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Xbox One set to launch on November 22
Microsoft announced today that its upcoming Xbox One console will launch later this year on November 22 in 13 territories, a week after the PlayStation 4 launches in the US.
Sept. 4, 2013
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Get a job: Firaxis is looking for environment artists
"As the senior environment artist, you will be working closely with the Project Art Director, Designer, and art team to create high quality assets that match the look and feel of the game world."
Sept. 3, 2013
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Xbox One will support your eight-player game designs
As revealed in its official console documentation today, Microsoft intends to up the ante on local multiplayer by facilitating up to eight concurrent wireless controller inputs on the Xbox One.
Sept. 3, 2013
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Square Enix offers free trial extension for FF14 server woes
"Moving forward, we will continue monitoring the servers to ensure that quality service and support are provided in a timely manner," Square Enix said in a statement outlining the seven-day extension.
Sept. 3, 2013
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Microsoft acquires Nokia's mobile business for $7.2 billion
As Microsoft looks to bolster its mobile offerings, the company today announced that it has purchased substantially all of Nokia's Devices and Services business for around $7.2 billion.
Sept. 3, 2013
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A week later, _ Final Fantasy_ MMO is still having problems
When Square Enix relaunched its Final Fantasy XIV MMO last week, it was forced to halt sales as its servers simply could not withstand the vast number of players attempting to log in simultaneously.
Sept. 2, 2013
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Windows Phone annual development fee permanently reduced
Microsoft has significantly lowered the annual fee for its Windows Phone development subscription, following what appears to have been a successful summer promotion for the service.
Sept. 2, 2013
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New Sony team aims to boost third-party offerings on PlayStation
As Sony looks to boost its third-party offerings across PlayStation platforms, the company announced a new team that aims to expand the number of titles coming to PS Vita, PS3 and PS4.
Sept. 2, 2013
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Desura mainlines free game curation through Freedom Fridays
Desura, the independents- and mod-friendly digital distribution platform recently acquired by Linden Lab, has rolled out a new weekly promotion to spotlight new and popular free games through its service.
Aug. 30, 2013
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Majesco saved from Nasdaq delisting -- for now
Majesco needed to regain compliance with the Nasdaq market by this week at the latest, if it wanted its stock to stay listed. It didn't manage to do so -- however, it was provided with an additional 180 days.
Aug. 30, 2013
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Majesco launches indie publishing label Midnight City
Majesco has been exploring options in a bid to stay listed on the Nasdaq market recently, including joining the social casino gaming market. Now the company has revealed a move into indie game publishing.
Aug. 29, 2013
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Get a job: Wargaming Seattle is seeking a gameplay engineer
"Wargaming Seattle is looking for great engineers to join our passionate and talented staff. Get in on the ground floor and help us build the next-generation of technology."
Aug. 29, 2013