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Stories by David - Page 15

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Will Sony unveil dual console bundle plans?
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Sony hints at groundbreaking dual console bundle linking PS4 and PS Vita, possibly saving gamers cash on next-gen gaming this Christmas.
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SEGA to acquire Index Holdings?
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Media reports suggest that Sega is interested in Atlus’ parent company Index and has placed a bid for the company among 20 other companies bidding.
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Reasons why you should buy COD: Ghosts...
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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Mark Rubin teases COD: Ghosts features including dynamic next-gen maps and Squads, promising a revolution in gameplay with varied weather and time.
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Is Xbox One back in the race with go-faster stripes?
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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In a bold move, Microsoft boosts Xbox One's appeal with go-faster stripes, aiming to outpace the PS4 in the gaming console race.
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Can Xbox One run WinRT apps?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Emerging rumours and a code leak suggest the next-gen Xbox One might run WinRT apps, hinting at a big leap in app compatibility.
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BioShock Infinite - Clash In the Clouds download pack released
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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2K and Irrational Games reveal the first downloadable content pack for Bioshock Infinite is available worldwide, available on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360.
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Fit for champions... EA strikes Barca deal
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Big news coming out of EA today as they have announced a new three year deal with footballing giants FC Barcelona.
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Can you guess the 20 Xbox One exclusives?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Take on Pixelenemy.com's challenge and name the 20 Xbox One exclusives showcased. Full list revealed, with some surprises.
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PS4 Delay? Or just greater demand?
Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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PlayStation 4 day one pre-orders face potential frustration as supply of new consoles may be very limited, leading to delayed delivery.
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FIFA 2014: The beautiful game just got better…
Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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With the World Cup taking place in Brazil next year it seems that EA SPORTS are doing their utmost to get everybody in the samba mood.
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EA rips off the covers for NBA LIVE 14
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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Cleveland Cavaliers Kyrie Irving will be the official cover athlete of NBA LIVE 14 when the game launches this spring on the Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
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Wii don't want Nintendo in our stores
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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UK's 2nd largest supermarket chain bans Wii U sales, a harsh setback for Nintendo's struggle to revive its console's fortunes.
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Your PS4 questions answered...
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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Got any PlayStation 4 questions, queries or concerns? If so, you've come to the right place. If not, you haven't so get lost...
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Will the PS4 reserve 5GB ram for games?
Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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PS4 developer, Vblank Entertainment, have denied online rumours of the console reserving 5GB of RAM for games.
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So how much is it to develop for PS4?
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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Sony's PS4 development kit costs $2,500, while Xbox One dev kit costs $500, albeit with additional fees to Microsoft.
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Activision blasts 'whiny A-holes' threatening COD developers
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Activision community manager Dan Amrich appeals to members of the Call of Duty community who verbally abuse and threaten its developers via social media.
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Microsoft denies Kinect-less Xbox One
Thu, 25th Jul 2013
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Microsoft denies reports of Xbox One bundle without Kinect, stating it believes the $499 price tag is value for money.
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Desperate gamer buys PS4 for US$10k
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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One gamer is desperate to get their hands on the soon to be released Playstation 4, paying US$9,999 for the next-gen console on eBay.
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5 Xbox One and PS4 features nobody is talking about...
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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Next-gen consoles to feature video sharing, instant-on, audio chat, remote play & 500GB hard drives. Exciting specs for gamers.
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Will the Xbox One outsell PS4 3-to-1?
Wed, 24th Jul 2013
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That’s the word according to Colin Sebastian, claiming supply chain checks show that Microsoft’s new system is gaining momentum.