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Interview: Seamus Blackley's new team of Atari coin-op superstars aim for iPad
Interview: Seamus Blackley's new team of Atari coin-op superstars aim for iPad
When one of the minds behind the original Xbox creates a new studio in which Atari coin-op superstars are making iPad games, you get Innovative Leisure. Gamasutra speaks with Seamus Blackley.
Feb. 2, 2012
Micro Machines designer joins mobile developer Kwalee
Micro Machines designer joins mobile developer Kwalee
Andrew Graham, one of the key designers and programmers for the Codemaders-developed Micro Machines series, has joined a handful of other Codemasters veterans at UK mobile studio Kwalee.
Feb. 2, 2012
Respected designer Warren Spector to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at GDCAs
Respected designer Warren Spector to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at GDCAs
Deus Ex game director and producer, and Disney Epic Mickey creator Warren Spector will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 12th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards (GDCAs) next month.
Feb. 2, 2012
When it comes to UI, what's in a name?
When it comes to UI, what's in a name?
In Gamasutra's latest feature independent iOS developer Jeremy Alessi explains how the mere shuffling of some menu elements caused a major leap in players trying out
Feb. 2, 2012
GDC 2012 reminds on today's reg deadline, debuts Portal 2, Saints Row talks
GDC 2012 reminds on today's reg deadline, debuts Portal 2, Saints Row talks
While just a few hours remain before early registration ends for GDC 2012, show organizers have debuted major new talks featuring the making of Portal 2 and Saints Row: The Third.
Feb. 2, 2012
Just how badly did uDraw hurt THQ, anyway?
Just how badly did uDraw hurt THQ, anyway?
With less than half of its inventory sold to stores and consumer interest alarmingly low, THQ's failure to sell its tablet accessory was a significant blow to the already struggling publisher.
Feb. 2, 2012
Troubled THQ's holiday quarter falls below analyst estimates
Troubled THQ's holiday quarter falls below analyst estimates
The bad news for THQ investors got worse Thursday when the company reported that its third quarter revenues fell well below analyst consensus.
Feb. 2, 2012
Science and Technology Committee publishes Malware and Cyber Crime report
Science and Technology Committee publishes Malware and Cyber Crime report
The House of Commons Science and Technology Committee has today published its Malware and Cybercrime report – a recommendation to the UK government on how to tackle online threats.
Feb. 2, 2012
FBI chief warns Congress that hackers will become greatest national security threat
FBI chief warns Congress that hackers will become greatest national security threat
The top G-man is warning Congress that hackers will pose a greater danger to US national security than terrorists in the not-too-distant future.
Feb. 2, 2012
Apple roars with massive Lion, Snow Leopard security updates
Apple roars with massive Lion, Snow Leopard security updates
Apple has released massive security updates for its Lion and Snow Leopard Mac operating systems, fixing 52 vulnerabilities.
Feb. 2, 2012
THQ confirms 240 job cuts, CEO takes pay cut
THQ confirms 240 job cuts, CEO takes pay cut
Ailing game publisher THQ confirmed on Wednesday that it is cutting 240 jobs worldwide, as CEO Brian Farrell takes a 50 percent pay cut for one year, down to $360,000.
Feb. 1, 2012
Digital Capital connecting investors with game developers
Digital Capital connecting investors with game developers
Switzerland-based Digital Capital AG revealed its plans to connect investors and developers with the hopes of helping finance exceptional digitally distributed games.
Feb. 1, 2012