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Starcraft Stars Set to Shine at Insomnia43; Currys and Pc World Announced as Event Headliners

With just five weeks to go until insomnia43, the UK’s largest gathering of multiplayer gamers, organiser Multiplay has begun to unveil some of the specific attractions appearing over the weekend. Currys and PC World have been announced as headline attendees, bringing a variety of brands including Antec, ASUS, Kingston, NVidia, Intel, Madcatz and Roxio. The …

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Battlefield 3 Novel Being Written by Ex Sas Member Andy Mcnab

DICE, an Electronic Arts Inc. studio (NASDAQ: ERTS), today announced the publication of a novel based on Battlefield 3™, one of the most highly anticipated games of 2011. Battlefield 3: The Russian novel is written by the highly decorated ex-SAS operator and best-selling author of Bravo Two Zero, Andy McNab, with co-author Peter Grimsdale. The …

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EA Sports Unveils Global Football Stars for Fifa 12

Electronic Arts Inc. today revealed an iconic lineup of international football stars that will help launch EA SPORTS™ FIFA 12, winner of 20 “Best Sports Game of E3” awards, including the prestigious E3 Game Critics award.* Headlining the group of footballers is Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney and Real Madrid’s Kak�, who will be joined …

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Nintendo slashes around 40% from Japanese 3DS price

Nintendo America and Europe have confirmed the relative price cuts in their territories, with both continents reducing the cost to retailers by around a third. In the US, that cost will now be $169.99 as opposed to $249.99, whilst European retailers can expect a similar reduction. “For anyone who was on the fence about buying …

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Mad Catz� Announced As Official FightStick Sponsor of Evolution Championship Series (EVO) 2011

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz”) (AMEX/TSX: MCZ) announced today its sponsorship of EVO 2011 and plans for nine fighters from Team Mad Catz to compete. Mad Catz will have a booth where attendees can meet Team Mad Catz, get hands-on with new Mad Catz accessories including the new FightStick carry-cases, and win Team Mad …

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Everquest to Be Inducted Into Game Developers Choice Online Awards Hall of Fame

SAN FRANCISCO – July 27, 2011 – Organizers of the Game Developers Conference� Online (GDC Online) have revealed that the 2011 Online Game Legend Award at the second annual Game Developers Choice Online Awards will go to John Taylor and Kelton Flinn, the founders of Kesmai Corporation, and the creators of seminal, inspirational early online …

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Legendary Wwe Superstar the Rock Among Pre-Order Retail Incentives

THQ Inc. today announced new details surrounding the company’s pre-order retail incentive programs in UK and Europe for WWE� 12, the forthcoming release from the renowned WWE flagship videogame franchise. Often touted as “the most electrifying man in all of entertainment,” legendary WWE Superstar The Rock will be available as a playable character for consumers …

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The Free Red Dead Redemption Myths and Mavericks Bonus Pack DLC Is Coming in

As previously announced, we’ve got a special and completely free bonus pack of Red Dead Redemption DLC coming as a show of appreciation for the awesome long-term support for the game’s multiplayer modes since its release in 2010. Today we can confirm the title for you: the Myths and Mavericks Bonus Pack will feature new …

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Second headline sponsor confirmed for GAMEfest 2011

GAME, the UK’s leading games retailer and organisers of the UK’s newest consumer gaming show, is delighted to announce that PlayStation� has confirmed its status as headline sponsor for the inaugural GAMEfest. This sponsorship announcement sees PlayStation join Microsoft as headline sponsors – meaning that all three console manufacturers have now signed up to the …

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Deus Ex: Human Revolution Has Gone Gold

Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX� interactive entertainment products and Eidos-Montreal are proud to announce that DEUS EX�: HUMAN REVOLUTION™ has “gone gold” and will be available in European retail stores on August 26, 2011. DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION is the exciting debut title release for Eidos-Montreal. The game will be available for …

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Turtle Beach X12 Gaming Headset – Lygo International confirms UK release.

The Next Evolution of the Best-selling Xbox 360 Stereo Headset Ever, Ear Force X12 Elevates Game Audio Performance and Value to New Heights Southampton, UK, 26th July 2011 – Lygo International, the official UK distributor of the Turtle Beach range of Gaming Headsets are pleased to announce that the new Turtle Beach X12 Gaming Headset …

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