After launching a Kickstarter campaign for an ambitious RTS/RPG/MOBA hybrid called Wildman last week, veteran developer Gas Powered Games is laying off close to 40 staff. The news comes in the wake of a statement by CEO Chris Taylor pinning all of his company's hopes for survival on the success of … [Read more...] about Wildman Dev Gas Powered Games Lays Off 40
Super Hexagon Hits Android, Gets Temporary Discount
Terry Cavanagh's brain-arresting Super Hexagon is now available for Android devices running Froyo or better. Super Hexagon is a protagonist of most 2012 "Game of the Year" lists that matter as well as temporarily on sale for the price of a cheap pencil sharpener, so normally it should be a Google … [Read more...] about Super Hexagon Hits Android, Gets Temporary Discount
160 Blockbuster Stores To Close In The UK
Almost a third of Blockbuster's UK stores will be closed by current administrator Deloitte in an effort to restore the ailing video rental chain to profitability. 31 stores were originally slated to close after Blockbuster announced its impending administration last week, but a further 129 closures … [Read more...] about 160 Blockbuster Stores To Close In The UK
iSpy Tank Has an Onboard Digital Camera
If you're a fan of remote-controlled toys that are controlled using your iPhone or iPad, you'll get a kick out of the new iSpy Tank. This toy tank is very interesting and different than other remote-controlled toys we've seen because it has an integrated wireless camera. That wireless camera streams … [Read more...] about iSpy Tank Has an Onboard Digital Camera
Need for Speed Most Wanted hits Nintendo Wii U March 19
I'm a huge fan of the Need for Speed franchise and have been since the days of the PS2. EA has announced that the video game Need for Speed Most Wanted will be heading to the new Nintendo Wii U on March 19 in North America. Gamers in Europe will have to wait until March 21. Unique Features of the … [Read more...] about Need for Speed Most Wanted hits Nintendo Wii U March 19
Legend of Grimrock Studio Celebrates Success, Talks Up New Project
Legend of Grimrock has sold 600,000 copies, according to a blog post by developer Almost Human. "We would've been happy with just one tenth of the sales numbers, so needless to say we're very happy and the future of our company is secured for a long time," the devs wrote. "We released our first … [Read more...] about Legend of Grimrock Studio Celebrates Success, Talks Up New Project
Curt Schilling Auctioning Off Baseball Memorabilia To Pay For 38 Studio’s Financial Woes
Baseball legend and would-be videogame entrepreneur Curt Schilling has taken to auctioning some of his baseball-related possessions to ease the financial fallout of his studio's closure. The big ticket item is his famous blood-stained sock, which he wore during the 2004 World Series, which should … [Read more...] about Curt Schilling Auctioning Off Baseball Memorabilia To Pay For 38 Studio’s Financial Woes
Codemasters Hit With Redundancies, Up To 80 May Be Affected
Codemasters has confirmed it will be jettisoning a number of jobs. While the company maintains its F1 and GRID franchises will not be affected, most of the job cuts will seemingly be made at its Southam headquarters, where its GRID staff are housed, with the Online team hit hardest. “As the … [Read more...] about Codemasters Hit With Redundancies, Up To 80 May Be Affected
Sony’s Latest CES Devices Being Made (Video)
Sony announced a number of devices at this year's CES, which include the new Sony Xperia Z smartphone and also the new Cybershot RX1. In addition to these, they have also introduced one of their new HD camcorders. To give enthusiasts a closer look at their craftsmanship, Sony has put together a … [Read more...] about Sony’s Latest CES Devices Being Made (Video)
Google Cancelling The Nexus Q (Rumor)
Some of our readers will remember the Google Nexus Q that was announced at last year's Google I/O. It looks like Google may be cancelling the device as it is now shown as 'not for sale at this time' on Google's Play Store. Google launched the Nexus Q at last year's Google I/O, and then shortly … [Read more...] about Google Cancelling The Nexus Q (Rumor)
Nokia Starts Rolling Out Lumia 920 And 820 Software Update
Nokia has announced that it is starting to roll out a performance update to two of its Windows Phone smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 920 and the Nokia Lumia 820. The update will be rolled out in phases to both devices. A Nokia Lumia Windows Phone 8 software update providing performance enhancements … [Read more...] about Nokia Starts Rolling Out Lumia 920 And 820 Software Update
MediaFire Launches Android App With 50GB Of Free Storage
MediaFire has launched a new app for Google's Android platform, and the cloud storage service is offering users of the app 50GB of free storage. The app is also available for Apple's iOS platform, making it accessible to a wide range of smartphone users. This generous offer is designed to attract … [Read more...] about MediaFire Launches Android App With 50GB Of Free Storage
