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UPDATE 2-UK's Game Group falls on fear demand has peaked

LONDON, July 3 (Reuters) - Computer games retailer Game Group (GMG.L: Quote, Profile, Research) smashed first-half profit forecasts, boosted by new releases like Grand Theft Auto IV and Wii Fit, but its shares fell on concern that demand has peaked.

UPDATE 2-UK's Game Group falls on fear demand has peaked

LONDON, July 3 (Reuters) - Computer games retailer Game Group (GMG.L: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) smashed first-half profit forecasts, boosted by new releases like Grand Theft Auto IV and Wii Fit, but its shares fell on concern that demand has peaked.

Game Group falls on fear demand has peaked

LONDON: Computer games retailer Game Group smashed first-half profit forecasts, boosted by new releases like Grand Theft Auto IV and Wii Fit, but its shares fell on concern that demand has peaked.

Game Group falls on fear demand has peaked

LONDON - British computer games retailer Game Group smashed first-half profit forecasts, boosted by new releases like Grand Theft Auto IV and Wii Fit, but its shares slumped on concern that demand has peaked.

Game Group falls on fear demand has peaked

LONDON (Reuters) - Computer games retailer Game Group (GMG.L: Quote, Profile, Research) smashed first-half profit forecasts, boosted by new releases like Grand Theft Auto IV and Wii Fit, but its shares fell on concern that demand has peaked.

Game Group falls on fear demand has peaked

LONDON (Reuters) - British computer games retailer Game Group smashed first-half profit forecasts, boosted by new releases like Grand Theft Auto IV and Wii Fit, but its shares slumped on concern that demand has peaked.

Game Group falls on fear demand has peaked

LONDON (Reuters) - British computer games retailer Game Group smashed first-half profit forecasts, boosted by new releases like Grand Theft Auto IV and Wii Fit, but its shares slumped on concern that demand has peaked.

Universal Pictures Digital Platforms Group: Universal pictures digital platforms group to roll out video game based on the blockbuster action-thriller Wanted; Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment to publish game worldwide: game to capture film's

Universal Pictures Digital Platforms Group: Universal pictures digital platforms group to roll out video game based on the blockbuster action-thriller Wanted; Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment to publish game worldwide: game to capture film's

PS3 2.4 update to bring trophies, in-game XMB, more on July 2nd

Sony has updated their Playstation blog with a boatload of info on the next system update for the Playstation 3, version 2.4. The update will bring several new features we've already mentioned such as trophies and the ability to play music in-game, but that's not all: the new update will also support XMB access inside games. Like the PSP, the 2.4 update will also include Google support via XMB. Sony has posted a video walkthrough highlighting the new XMB, as well as a 2nd video dedicated to the trophy system.

UK P2P Fight Brewing

forunder writes "Zeropaid has been covering a very hot topic going on in the UK right now. The government, prodded by entertainment lobbyists, has gotten six UK ISPs to agree to help police piracy on their networks. A leaked government letter says they are looking to cut internet piracy by 80%. In the same week Microsoft released a study which found that some 54% of UK file sharers are between 11-16. The UK's Green Party has already spoken up, calling the new policies an 'Attack on Civil Liberties.'"

Deutsch embraces change - Aylesbury Automation delivers a flexible solution A flexible robotic production cell solution has been delivered to Deutsch UK by robotics and automation specialist Aylesbury Automation. The robot-based machine has been intr

A flexible robotic production cell solution has been delivered to Deutsch UK by robotics and automation specialist Aylesbury Automation. The robot-based machine has been introduced as a result of increasing product demand. It assembles a range of similar, two pin electrical plugs and sockets and produces one complete part every six seconds.

Slingo Bonus Deluxe Is Now a Free Online Game

PRNewswire/ -- Slingo, Inc., a digital interactive entertainment company, has released an online version of the Slingo Bonus Deluxe casino game as part of the new free game content on http://www.slingo.com . The Slingo Bonus Deluxe online game is a free interactive slot game with a bonus game based on the wildly popular Slingo(R) game, combining bingo and slots.

Game publishers bring RIAA-style anti-P2P tactics to UK

While the US has long been the hotbed of anti-piracy lawsuits by big associations like the RIAA, game publishers in the United Kingdom are apparently raring to get in on the action as well. A large-scale, coordinated attack on piracy has been launched by a band of big UK game publishers, as they begin to hunt down pirates and give them an ultimatum: pay up or go to court.

"War On Terror" Board Game Confiscated In UK

An anonymous reader writes "The board game The War On Terror is a satirical game in which George Bush's 'Axis of Evil' is reduced to a spinner in the middle of the board, which determines which player is designated a terrorist state. That person then has to wear a balaclava (included in the box set) with the word 'Evil' stitched onto it. Kent police said they had confiscated the game because the balaclava 'could be used to conceal someone's identity or could be used in the course of a criminal act.' Balaclavas are freely sold all over the place in the area." Schneier has blogged this stupidity, of course.

Violent Video Gaming Comes To the Wii

TuringTest writes "In an attempt to bring the Wii closer to the hardcore gamer's taste, Sega is preparing to release MadWorld, a violent 'hack and slash' game. This has brought attention from family-conscious lobbies: 'The decision to release a violent game on a console which has based its reputation on family fun has shocked anti-violence pressure groups. Mediawatch-UK, Britain's longest-running pressure group campaigning for decency in TV, films and games, said MadWorld will "spoil" the Wii.' The game features black & white cel-shaded graphics, except for the blood blobs which are in brilliant red. MadWorld is announced to be released in early 2009."

Pressure group attacks MadWorld

A UK pressure group that wants cleaner TV, games and movies, has launched an attack on Sega's MadWorld title this week, Mediawatch-UK are apparently concerned that the game will "spoil the family fun image" that has been fostered around the Wii console.

Game Career Seminar Returns to Austin GDC

Austin, Texas - The Game Career Seminar is back again at Austin GDC, with a line-up of sessions this year. The Game Career Seminar, programmed by the Game Developers Conference (GDC), is a series of mini-conferences for students and those interested in getting a job in the game industry. Attendees network with industry professionals, meet with HR executives from leading game companies, and most importantly, learn how to get jumpstart their careers. Included in the GDC-quality speaker lineup are top game developers and industry experts willing to share their perspectives and insights.

E3 2008: Game Party 2

IGN reports: With 11 games in all, Game Party 2 for the Wii console includes fun to play games that will provide hours of enjoyment with friends and family. Game Party 2 features new games like Bean Bags, Horseshoes, Lawn Darts, Puck Bowling and more. Each game, including classics like Skill Ball, Darts and Hoop Shoot has exciting new features like four player mode, customizable characters and tournament play, making Game Party 2 the ultimate party game for all ages and skill levels.

PlayStation 3 System Software Update Enhance Community Features

Sony Computer Ent. America announced details of PlayStation 3 system software update 2.40, designed to enhance the way PS3 users play and interact with one another. Through regular firmware updates, SCEA has the ability to continually deliver new features to PS3 system that address the needs of its users. Now with the 2.40 update, PS3's community and in-game experience will be upgraded with new offerings that gamers have asked for. The update will deliver XMB (XrossMediaBar) access in-game, enabling PS3 users to connect and communicate with other gamers and utilize other XMB features seamlessly while playing most games.

iPhone Roundup: Apple Releases Software Update; Turkcell To Sell iPhone 3G in Turkey

This afternoon Apple (NSDQ: AAPL) pulled the wraps off the iPhone 2.0.2 firmware update, its latest update for the device. Aside from “bug fixes� and tangential improvements it doesn’t appear to resolve the iPhone 3G’s connectivity issues, yet some are still hopeful. The jury’s still out on whether the new device’s troubles are linked to a faulty chipset or network problems at AT&T (NYSE: T), but more importantly can it even be fixed with a software update? Details on the update are still scant at this point, but the 242 megabit update is available at iTunes for those hoping to see an end to all those dropped calls. Wishful thinking or has Apple nipped this mess in the bud?

UK Domain Name and Web Hosting Provider Daily.co.uk Announces Unlimited Reseller Web Hosting

July 7, 2008 – (HOSTSEARCH.COM) – UK domain name and web hosting provider Daily.co.uk (http://www.daily.co.uk) has announced the launch of “Unlimited Reseller Web Hosting”, it was reported today. The company’s new Reseller v2 Unlimited service is “designed for maximum flexibility” and offers unlimited reseller accounts including unlimited webspace, data transfer, and mailboxes. The company’s resellers also receive additional revenue with “10% off resalable extras such as its DailyDrive online storage service, SSL certificates, and its Instant Website WYSIWYG site builder. Those purchasing two yearly accounts receive six months’ free service while those purchasing yearly accounts receive two months free.

Game companies could sue thousands in the UK for software piracy

The recent landmark ruling which saw the first person in the United Kingdom ordered to pay damages to a game producer for copyright infringement is already resonating in the region's game industry. Earlier this week, the Patents County Court in London ruled to have an unemployed mother pay over £16,000 GBP (approx. $29,786 USD) in costs and damages to Topware Interactive for downloading and distributing "Dream Pinball 3D" over file-sharing networks. She won't be the last person to face demands of payment, as more game companies are beginning an earnest counterattack against software piracy in the UK.

July Independent Game Reviews From Game Tunnel

cyrus_zuo writes "Game Tunnel has published the July Independent Video Game round-up, the latest in their long-running Famitsu-styled panels that review all the latest Indie PC games. The 10 games reviewed this month include the physics-based puzzle game Obulis, the PuzzleQuest made even easier Puzzle Hero and the appropriately titled Dangerous High School Girls in Trouble."

Domain Credits from Daily.co.uk - the cheapest domain registration in the UK

Chilwell, UK - 24 June 2008 ( ITBinnovation ) - UK domain name and web hosting provider, Daily.co.uk today announced the launch of Domain Credits (http://www.daily.co.uk), the service which brings bulk domain registration discounts within reach even if you only register one domain at a time.

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