The Boy Scouts of America are adding a video game merit badge to the list of achievements that scouts can earn. The new awards emphasize the ratings system on games, the communal and sharing aspects of them, and responsible gaming. There are two awards that can be earned. To get the belt loop, scouts will need to do the following: Belt Loop Complete these three requirements: 1) Explain why it is important to have a rating system for video games. 2) Check your video games to be sure they are right for your age. With an adult, create a schedule … Continue reading Boy Scouts Add Video Game Merit Badge →

Bungie, the developer of blockbuster game franchises including Halo, Myth and Marathon, and Activision, a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, the #1 online games publisher (Nasdaq: ATVI), announced today that they have entered into an exclusive 10-year partnership to bring Bungie's next big action game universe to market. Under the terms of the agreement, Activision will have exclusive, worldwide rights to publish and distribute all future Bungie games based on the new intellectual property on multiple platforms and devices. Bungie remains an independent company and will continue to own their intellectual property. Additional terms of the agreement were not … Continue reading Activision Inks 10-Year Multi-platform Deal With Bungie →

Leading video games publisher NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., announced today a pre-order campaign for Clash of the Titans. Based on Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Pictures’ feature film "Clash of the Titans", the game goes beyond the movie to offer a robust action adventure complete with additional content and symbolic mythical creatures. As a GameStop exclusive, customers who pre-order the game will have access to two downloadable packs containing bonus Sub Weapons and missions that extend as well as enrich their gameplay experience. Developed by Game Republic and licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Clash of the Titans will … Continue reading Clash of the Titans Begins Pre-Order →

The first China Game Outsourcing Conference (CGOC 2010) is the only grand event concerning game outsourcing to be held during the Shanghai Expo. By taking all-round advantages of ChinaJoy and the Shanghai Expo, CGOC is sure to win a global fame. With the preparation going on, CGOC also officially launched its global call for speeches for its summit forum, international session and panels. CGOC 2010 is sponsored by ChinaJoy organizing committee. With Game Publication Committee of the Publisher Association of China, Shanghai Digital Media Outsourcing Alliance and Shanghai Game Development Association being its co-organizers, CGOC 2010 is organized with the … Continue reading China Game Conference Looking For Speakers →

Havok, the Emmy Award winning Irish technology company, has appointed David Coghlan as Managing Director, with effect from June. David Coghlan, who has worked for Havok for the past six years, is an executive member of Havok’s Board of Directors and currently oversees Havok’s commercial operations globally. Renee James, Senior Vice President, Intel Corporation and Chairman of Havok, says "David Coghlan has been a key contributor to the success and growth of Havok for the past six years as a senior manager and as a member of the Board. Intel is committed to maintaining Havok’s status as an independent subsidiary, … Continue reading David Coghlan Becomes Managing Director For Havok →

Leading video game publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. announced today that Dead to Rights: Retribution is now available nationwide for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. In addition, a new action-packed "GAC Pack" downloadable content (DLC) will be available in North America on June 1 for Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStationNetwork. This new premium DLC pack will include two all new gameplay modes in addition to the "Jack Pack" and "Shadow Pack" DLC, which were previously … Continue reading Dead To Rights: Retribution Ships →

Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX interactive entertainment products in North America, announced that the highly-anticipated Action-RPG NIER is now available at North American retailers nationwide for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. NIER presents the despairing story of a world afflicted by an apocalyptic plague and a father’s desperation to protect his daughter from the dark denizens of this frightening future. Armed with mighty weapons and powerful magic, players take control of the title character, Nier, as he battles alongside formidable allies against waves of enemies … Continue reading Square Enix Ships Nier →

A California law banning the sale of violent video games to minors is heading to the U.S. Supreme Court. The law had been previously tossed out by a federal appeals court before it took effect in 2005. The law was supposed to give legal teeth to the current video game ratings system by banning the sale or rental of games in California to any children under the age of eighteen. It would have imposed a $1,000 fine on any retailer selling violent games to minors. California defined violent games as ones where the player is given the choice of "killing, … Continue reading Video Game Ban Heads To Supreme Court →

Jagex Games Studio, the UK’s largest independent games company, today announced its plans for the biggest ever player event for the massive RuneScape community – RuneFest 2010. RuneFest 2010 will be the first ever real-world player event of its size in the UK or for the company. Taking place on Saturday 28th August 2010 the event will be held at a very exciting central London venue. The event has been designed to celebrate the worldwide RuneScape community with various aspects of the RuneScape universe brought to life, including themed areas for players to experience real-world RuneScape activities. Players will also … Continue reading UK Hosting Live RuneScape Player Event →

Oprah Winfrey's devoted fans will be able to connect with her whenever and wherever they want with the launch of Oprah Mobile from Hands-On Mobile, Inc., the world's leading publisher and developer of connected applications. Oprah Mobile offers a single entry point, allowing users to interact with Oprah.com through one simple application. Oprah Mobile is available for download and purchase now for iPhone, BlackBerry, Palm Pre and Google Android. "With a presence that spans television, print, film and radio, we are delighted that we can now offer a mobile digital experience that will allow millions of Oprah fans to engage … Continue reading Oprah Mobile Launches →