Following Disney's heartbreaking shutdown of storied developer LucasArts, a yet more heartbreaking remembrance of sorts comes via Composer Jesse Harlin. The letter provides a capsule of the people, culture, and energy of a studio that was once capable of great things and might have been … [Read more...] about LucasArts Says Heartfelt Farewell Via One Of Its Composers
Microsoft Issues Apology For Employee’s Disparaging Tweets
After a series of tweets taking aim at consumers railing against online-only games and console services, Microsoft's Adam Orth has now protected his Twitter account. Microsoft has also apologized on behalf of the rogue creative director, taking great care not to confirm or deny anything about the … [Read more...] about Microsoft Issues Apology For Employee’s Disparaging Tweets
Lack Of Monster Hunter 3 On Retail Shelves Causes Nintendo Apology
Following a Monster Hunter 3 shortage which saw the game go out of stock at most major retailers, Nintendo issued an apology citing high demand. The former Sony PSP banner franchise has been a smart get and a feather in Nintendo's cap, allowing the 3DS to post numbers similar to its original, wildly … [Read more...] about Lack Of Monster Hunter 3 On Retail Shelves Causes Nintendo Apology
Company Of Heroes 2 Pre-Order Coming With Free DLC
Despite less than stellar days for AAA ahead, Company of Heroes has been nothing if not a strong, consistent franchise so far. The game's strong multiplayer component has also crystallized a community of hardcore fans around the IP, no doubt a huge factor in Sega's purchase of the studio after THQ's … [Read more...] about Company Of Heroes 2 Pre-Order Coming With Free DLC
EA Voted “Worst Company In America”, COO Blames Conservatives
Former Microsoft and Sega executive Peter Moore, also known as the man who played a significant role in the demise of the Dreamcast, has shared his thoughts on EA's recent title as "Worst Company in America." Moore believes that this label is less an accurate reflection of reality and more about a … [Read more...] about EA Voted “Worst Company In America”, COO Blames Conservatives
Torment: Tides Of Numenera Becomes Highest Funded Kickstarter Game
The classic CRPG revival effort almost single-handedly brought about by inXile is well underway with their second Kickstarter breaking records before the first one has even had a chance of reaching fruition. Torment: Tides of Numenera, a non-D&D spiritual successor of sorts to Black Isle's seminal … [Read more...] about Torment: Tides Of Numenera Becomes Highest Funded Kickstarter Game
Aliens: Colonial Marines Wii U Has Been Cancelled, Other Wii U Projects Coming
Sega will be cancelling the Wii U version of its vastly undercooked and much maligned foray into the Aliens universe. Despite previously denying the possibility of a cancellation and maintaining that the game will be seeing a March 31st release, Aliens Colonial Marines Wii U seems to be joining … [Read more...] about Aliens: Colonial Marines Wii U Has Been Cancelled, Other Wii U Projects Coming
Zynga’s CEO Salary Drops To $1, Other Key Exec Salaries Double
Having previously demonstrated a complete aversion to change, Zynga is now busily changing up policies if not its development philosophy to retain its fleeing top brass. Highlights include CEO Marc Pincus now drawing a $1 salary, while execs like Steven Chiang got a sizable bump, in Chiang's case … [Read more...] about Zynga’s CEO Salary Drops To $1, Other Key Exec Salaries Double
Sega Studios Australia Shutting Down
Yet another studio will be packing it in, no doubt a victim of the contracting AAA landscape and general upheaval the industry is currently undergoing. Former Creative Assembly Australia, now known simply as Sega Studios Australia, was responsible for Medieval 2: Total War and the London 2012 … [Read more...] about Sega Studios Australia Shutting Down
HMV’s Future Secured Through £50 Million Hilco Deal
While Hilco has been slated as the favourite out of HMV's suitors, the deal was just finalised today, securing 2463 workplaces and 141 retail locations. Some changes reflecting larger music and film distributor involvement will be made, with the company expected to stock fewer consumer electronics … [Read more...] about HMV’s Future Secured Through £50 Million Hilco Deal
Skullcandy Unveils New Crusher Headphones
Headphone maker Skullcandy has announced a new set of headphones called the Crusher that promise bass that you can hear and feel. The headphones have an over-the-ear style with large ear cups that look like something a DJ would wear. The ear cups are covered in soft fake leather, providing both … [Read more...] about Skullcandy Unveils New Crusher Headphones
100W Equivalent LED Bulb Hits Lowe’s for under $35
It doesn't matter if you're after LED bulbs to be green or simply so you don't have to replace light bulbs in your home as often, for most of us the prices have been too high. LED bulbs have been around for a long time, but when they first hit the market, they could cost $100 each or more. … [Read more...] about 100W Equivalent LED Bulb Hits Lowe’s for under $35
