Playlogic, of Fairytale Fights fame, files for bankruptcy

Dutch developer and publisher, Playlogic, has filed for the Dutch equivilent of Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Sony opens up brand licensing

In a bid to increase the value of its PlayStation brand, Sony has greatly opened up its licensing guidelines.

EverQuest 2 introduces free-to-play option

Joining the ranks of Lord of the Rings Online and Dungeons and Dragons Online, Sony Online Entertainment has announced a free option of EverQuest 2.

Sex in the City homage game comes to Facebook

The newest Facebook game from TRZZonline is a homage to the hit TV series Sex in the City


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Sony financials strong, Atari less comfortable

Some mixed financial results have come to light, with Sony bouncing back from a tough year, while Atari struggles, but sees a silver lining.

Massage game coming to Wii courtesy of Microforum

Developer and publisher, Microforum, has announced a new, massage-based puzzle game for the WiiWare download shop.


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Feature: The five smartest games businesses

Which businesses have been the most successful at building fan bases, moving with the rapidly-changing industry, and willing to take risks?

Microsoft financials stutter, but look in good shape

Microsoft’s entertainment business has reported an operating loss increase of 22 per cent year-over-year to $US172 million for the quarter.

Autodesk acquires Illuminate Labs

Autodesk has acquired a specialist lighting technology firm to extend its Beast middleware solution.

EA Sports tightens soccer Premier League partnership

EA Sports has become the Official Sports Technology Partner of the English Premier League.