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86-Year Old Grandma Plays Computer Games to Stay Sharp
SOFTWARE, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
There's plenty of mainstream media FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) when it comes to negative aspects of computer games. However, what if video games can actually stimulate brain functions?
On 1/22/2013 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more
Nvidia's Tegra 4 "Wayne" Specs Leak
HARDWARE RUMORS
As always, leading up to CES, certain things tend to leak out. This time it looks like some possible details about Tegra 4 (T40-class SoC, codenamed Wayne) have leaked out.
On 12/18/2012 by Anshel Sag... Comments (0) Read more

Anand Mandapati & David Wang: Key Console and Desktop GPU Architects Leave AMD
BUSINESS, HARDWARE, GRAPHICS NEWS
After hearing that Jim Keller, arguably the best CPU architect in the word is returning to AMD, we were wondering how he will meld with the other brilliant engineers.
On 8/17/2012 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more
F1 2012: New Formula One Game to Arrive on September 18, 2012
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Codemasters Racing announced that on September 18th, 2012 the company will release the highly anticipated F1 2012, third game in the very successful F1 2xxx series.
On 8/10/2012 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more

Your Old Electronics may be Worth $$$
APPLE, HARDWARE, BUSINESS NEWS
Gazelle whose motto is "Keep it Moving" encouraged passersby at CES to bring them their old equipment. They will purchase and repair, repurpose or recycle your cell phones, PDA’s Blu-ray players, GPS devices, and more.
On 2/3/2012 by Darleen Hartley... Comments (0) Read more
VIDEO: Watch John Carmack's QuakeCon 2011 Keynote
GRAPHICS, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Today is the first day of QuakeCon 2011, and John Carmack, ID Sofware's spiritus movendi held a traditional opening keynote.
On 8/5/2011 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more

VIDEO: F1 2011 Developers Diary Released
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Codemasters has released its first Developers Diary video, featuring never-before seen footage from the game, as well as an upcoming F1-shaped steering wheel from Fanatec.
On 6/26/2011 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more
Rent L.A. Noire and Other Video Games at Redbox
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
L.A. Noire and Duke Nukem Forever are just two video games that can now be rented from Redbox. Starting June 17, the familiar vending machine that rents movies is expanding its offerings.
On 6/17/2011 by Darleen Hartley... Comments (0) Read more

Nintendo Launches New Console: Can Wii U Repeat the Wii Surprise?
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
In the battle between gaming consoles, Nintendo blinked first by presenting Wii U, their next-generation console which combines tablet-like controller with a "rounded" Wii case.
On 6/7/2011 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more
NVIDIA PhysX 3.0 Expands to Smartphones, Tablets
HARDWARE, SOFTWARE NEWS
On E3 2011, NVIDIA introduced PhysX 3.0 SDK, spreading the support for its popular in-game physics API to tablets and smartphones.
On 6/7/2011 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more

New Carmageddon Announced
SOFTWARE, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Without any doubt, 2011 is the year of comebacks. Duke Nuker Forever, Diablo III, Deus Ex III were just a small sample of titles that are coming back to the market. Now, Carmageddon franchise joins the fold.
On 6/6/2011 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more
Duke Nukem Forever Demo to Launch on June 3rd, 2011
SOFTWARE, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
After more than a decade, Duke Nukem Forever is finally coming out on June 10, 2011 (US has to wait until 14th). The game developer just announced that the demo will land on June 3, 2011.
On 5/17/2011 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more

Maddengate: EA Sued for Duping a Game Franchise Creator
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT, BUSINESS NEWS
One of EA's biggest money makers, Madden NFL Football, is the basis of a law suit by its creator, Robin Antonick. The stakes are quite high if Antonick gets everything he is asking for.
On 4/5/2011 by Darleen Hartley... Comments (0) Read more
Houdini Tops Crysis 2 at Google Insights
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Google Insights presents a ton of statistics in a mixed bag. Harry Houdini, the magician, topped Crysis 2, a new video game, in increased number of searches. People searched for "Shoes" more than they did for "iPad".
On 3/30/2011 by Darleen Hartley... Comments (0) Read more

F1 2011 Coming to PC, Xbox, PS3 on September 20, 2011
SOFTWARE, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Codemasters announced that a sequel to a multi-million selling F1 2010 racing game is coming to market on September 20th, 2011.
On 3/24/2011 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more
What Can The Unreal Development Kit Do?
SOFTWARE, BUSINESS NEWS
Epic Games, known for its video game engines, has a new set of tools for developers. It will open the door to iPhone and iPad developers.
On 12/20/2010 by Darleen Hartley... Comments (0) Read more

BioWare Announces Mass Effect 3 for the Holiday Season of 2011
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Electronic Arts' division BioWare confirmed that Mass Effect 3, the sequel to the popular epic sci-fi role-playing series, will for the first time launch simultaneously on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC.
On 12/14/2010 by Christian Zibreg... Comments (0) Read more
Fallout: New Vegas Rakes $300 Million at Launch, $50M+ Online
SOFTWARE, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT, BUSINESS NEWS
We received news from Bethesda Softworks on the financial effect of Fallout: New Vegas. The company shipped five million units for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC, with surprise revenue coming from digital download.
On 11/8/2010 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more

CryTek: Developers moved away from PC due to piracy
SOFTWARE, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT, BUSINESS NEWS
My colleagues at old magazine interviewed Carl Jones of CryTek fame. The interview explained the state of CryENGINE and the business decisions that lead to development of CryENGINE 3.
On 12/21/2009 by Theo Valich... Comments (0) Read more
Is the bubble bursting for games with special controllers?
HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Back in 2005 Guitar hero hit the PlayStation 2 with vengeance. This almost unexpected success was the beginning of a multibillion dollar franchise. But as Bob Dylan sings, The Times They Are A Changin'...
On 12/16/2009 by Max Day... Comments (0) Read more

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