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Rugby Challenge platforms, announcers confirmed
Gaming

Rugby Challenge platforms, announcers confirmed

HES confirms Rugby Challenge to launch on PS3, Xbox 360, PC with commentary by Grant Nisbett and Justin Marshall, set for a Q3 release.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th May 2011
343 Industries announces Halo Fest
Gaming

343 Industries announces Halo Fest

PAX Prime will play host to a three-day Halo extravaganza in celebration of the 10th anniversary of one of gaming's most revered franchises.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 4th May 2011
Epic details Gears of War 3 beta 'Never Fight Alone' promotion
Gaming

Epic details Gears of War 3 beta 'Never Fight Alone' promotion

The next phase of the Gears of War 3 beta will enable select beta participants to invite friends along for its final stages.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2011
Xbox 360 division sales grow by 60%
Gaming

Xbox 360 division sales grow by 60%

Microsoft's Xbox 360 sales soar by 60%, driven by Kinect's success, pushing lifetime sales to 52.7m units amid robust division growth.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2011
Rumour: Next Microsoft, Sony consoles due 2014
Gaming

Rumour: Next Microsoft, Sony consoles due 2014

Kotaku reveals Microsoft and Sony's next-gen consoles set for 2024, aiming to outlast current models and challenge Nintendo's next move.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2011
All SEGA Xbox LIVE Arcade titles discounted
Gaming

All SEGA Xbox LIVE Arcade titles discounted

Every single SEGA title on Xbox Live Arcade is half price till the end of the week! Read on for the full list.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2011
NetherRealm 'wanted' Xbox-exclusive Mortal Kombat character
Gaming

NetherRealm 'wanted' Xbox-exclusive Mortal Kombat character

NetherRealm Studios wanted to include an Xbox-360-exclusive character in the new Mortal Kombat reboot, but circumstances prevented it.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2011
Microsoft NZ named official Rugby World Cup sponsor
Gaming

Microsoft NZ named official Rugby World Cup sponsor

Microsoft NZ secures its spot as the official Rugby World Cup sponsor, promising a tech-forward experience with cutting-edge software and cloud services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Mar 2011
Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters announced for 3DS
Gaming

Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters announced for 3DS

Warner Bros. announces Green Lantern video game for 3DS to coincide with film, leveraging system's 3D graphics for immersive gameplay.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2011
Batman: Arkham City gameplay trailer surfaces
Gaming

Batman: Arkham City gameplay trailer surfaces

The first gameplay footage from Warner Bros.' upcoming sequel to Batman: Arkham Asylum shows off a few of Batman's new tricks.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 16th Mar 2011
Hackers exploit MS Point-generating algorithm
Gaming

Hackers exploit MS Point-generating algorithm

An algorithm that enabled Xbox LIVE users to generate valid Microsoft Point redemption codes has reportedly cost Microsoft a pretty penny.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2011
Warner Bros. releases LOTR War in the North gameplay trailer
Gaming

Warner Bros. releases LOTR War in the North gameplay trailer

Warner Bros. debuts a gripping gameplay trailer for 'LOTR: War in the North', promising fierce combat and co-op action, coming to PS3, Xbox 360, and PC.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2011
Kinect breaks Guinness consumer-electronics sales record
Gaming

Kinect breaks Guinness consumer-electronics sales record

Microsoft's motion-sensing camera peripheral for Xbox 360 is officially the fastest-selling consumer device, outperforming even the iPhone and iPad.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2011
Microsoft hiring 'next generation' Xbox architects?
Gaming

Microsoft hiring 'next generation' Xbox architects?

Microsoft scouts for architects to shape the 'next generation' Xbox, hinting at cutting-edge console developments.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2011
UPDATE: Diablo III confirmed for consoles
Gaming

UPDATE: Diablo III confirmed for consoles

Blizzard advertises for a rather-specific staff role that puts a console version of its upcoming action RPG beyond a shadow of a doubt.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 18th Feb 2011

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Fruit Ninja headed to Kinect?
Gaming

Fruit Ninja headed to Kinect?

Rumours swirl as Fruit Ninja, the famed mobile game, may be slicing its way onto Kinect, hints a Korean classification board.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2011
New Call of Duty: Black Ops - Escalation trailer drops
Gaming

New Call of Duty: Black Ops - Escalation trailer drops

Activision and Treyarch unveil teaser for Call of Duty: Black Ops' Escalation DLC, launching first on Xbox 360 on May 3.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2011
Xbox NZ posts record year
Gaming

Xbox NZ posts record year

Xbox NZ celebrates record-breaking year, dominating the 2010 holiday season with a 14% sales surge and a significant rise in LIVE subscribers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Feb 2011