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Posts Tagged ‘ mobile ’
Sony Online Entertainment Issues Security Press Release
Some of you may have heard today about an announcement from Sony Online Entertainment confirming that they were also victims of a malicious hack. As this could affect those of you with SOE...
Social games publisher RockYou chooses CEO from within, Lisa Marino
Filed under: Other Games Isn't it always nice to hear of companies finding talent right at home? RockYou , the social games publisher who just signed a deal with John Romero's Loot Drop...
Final Fantasy Tactics artist launches Traveling Fairy mobile social game
Filed under: Other Games With the help of Square Enix , the character artist for the Final Fantasy Tactics games on the Nintendo DS has launched a mobile social game in Japan titled...
Zynga, well, drops Drop7 Free on iOS, ad-free $2.99 version available
Filed under: Other Games Since Zynga acquired NewToy in late 2010 , the developer behind Words with Friends, it has been serious about mobile gaming.
Introducing Xperia PLAY – The World’s First PlayStation Certified Smartphone
Launching over the next two weeks across many European and Global markets is the Xperia PLAY from Sony Ericsson . Xperia PLAY is an Android powered smartphone and the first PlayStation Certified device....
FarmVille iOS updated brings quicker load times, bug fixes, and access for 3G players
Filed under: Farmville When browsing through my App Updates on my iPhone this morning, I came across something that almost knocked me out of my chair - Zynga has updated their mobile version...
SOCOM: Special Forces Bomb Squad And Beta Details
Competitive multiplayer has always been the core of the SOCOM franchise, and SOCOM: Special Forces takes it further than ever before with modes and options that both new recruits and veterans alike will...
Facebook games will access your address and number (again)
Filed under: Other Games That wasn't long, was it? Facebook games will once again have access to more of your personal information, Mashable reports .
AT&T social gaming platform coming to Android phones
Filed under: Other Games Ever since Apple opened up its iPhone to Verizon customers, AT&T has been pouting over its loss of exclusivity through scathing ad campaigns. The carrier hopes to restore some...
8-year-old girl spends $1400 in Smurfs Village game for iPad
Filed under: Other Games One of the sneakier elements of iPad and mobile games (actually, all social games) is that while they're free to download and play there are many in-game purchases that...
Introducing NGP – The Next Generation of Portable Gaming
For those of you who don’t know me, I’m Andy House and I am President and CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. I’ve not participated on the blog before, but with the announcements...
Facebook temporarily stops games from accessing phone numbers and addresses
Filed under: Other Games Well, it looks like you're safe... for now. All Facebook reports that due to (expectantly) unsavory feedback over the weekend as a result of the recent privacy changes to...
Nearly half of social gamers play on two devices, survey says
Filed under: Other Games Has it sunk in yet? Mobile is surely one of the next steps for social games , if a recent survey of 10 thousand social gamers is any indication
DC Universe Online – Area 51 Alerts
Hi guys, We have a brand new DCUO video for you below which showcases a new gameplay mode known as ‘Alerts’. ‘Alerts’ are high action, quick grouping, experiences where you can get together...
LittleBigPlanet 2 – European Release Date, And More!
The year is drawing to a close, here in the UK we’re recovering from “SNOW CHAOS!” – but soon the days will slowly start getting longer again, so let’s celebrate with some great...
DC Universe Online: The Next Legend Is You!
In DC Universe Online , the next legend is you…and Character Create is where you start your journey.
Sega making cutesy Yakuza mobile social game in Japan
Filed under: Other Games If Bangkok in Mafia Wars didn't satisfy your undying love of Far Eastern gangster stories, perhaps a trip to Japan is in order. Sonic the Hedgehog creator Sega is...
Robot Unicorn Attack: Heavy Metal sets Facebook on fire
Robot Unicorn Attack now comes in two flavors on Facebook, and by flavors, I don't mean unicorn SPAM .
Resistance 3 Trailer: Director’s Cut
Hey everyone! While Insomniac is off for the holiday break, we did want to stop by with the Director’s Cut of our VGA trailer. The trailer originally called for three scenes, each showing...
A New Kombatant Joins Mortal Kombat 9 On PS3
Scorpion and Sub Zero, known the world over as the most vicious and devastating rivalry.
Resistance 3 First Gameplay Trailer
We have for you below the brand spanking new Resistance 3 trailer, which includes the very first look at some of the stunning new gameplay in this highly anticipated title.
Zynga looks to improve mobile version of FarmVille based on fan feedback
Filed under: Farmville Ever since FarmVille was released on the iPhone back in June , there have been plenty of complaints to go around about the app's functionality, or lack thereof in most...
Uncover The Truth In UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception
No need to scan that headline twice and make sure you read it right – UNCHARTED 3 is real. UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception continues to evolve the all of the core principles we...
UK Video Store Update
We have an exciting update this week and I am pleased to inform you that The Expendables will be available to download from Monday 13 December. Is it possible to get any more...
Alien Breed 2: Assault Hits PSN On Wednesday With Short, Controlled Bursts
With Alien Breed 2: Assault launching on the PlayStation Store on Wednesday, December 8th, we’d like to share a handy list of things you may not know about the game.
‘Heads-Up’ Game Store Update 1st December 2010
It’s the ‘Heads-Up’date’ and it’s a relatively small update compared to the last couple, (the calm before the storm) but we’ve got some long awaited bits for you today.
Japanese FarmVille shall now be known as FarmVillage
Filed under: Farmville Known around the world for their hit social game FarmVille , Zynga 's flagship property has made the journey across the Pacific to Japan. The second Zynga game to be...
Brand New Patch And DLC For The Fight, Plus Bonus Tutorial Videos
Hey there, Fight fans. Thanks to those of you who have given us feedback on The Fight since it launched; today we’re bringing you the first update to the game. This update resolves...
New LittleBigPlanet 2 Featurette – The Controlinator!
Hey Sack-watchers! It’s time for the latest LittleBigPlanet 2 Featurette Trailer – this time we’re focusing on the ingenious technological might of the Controlinator! This unassuming looking little device is probably the single...