Category:  GN

By Jason Fanelli, January 25, 2012 1 GN

THQ is growing up. According to a statement released today, the publisher has announced that it is leaving the kids’ and licensed game businesses, instead trying to focus on its “core” franchises. As THQ CEO Brian Farrell puts it: “THQ… Read More »

By Mike Murphy, January 24, 2012 0 GN

When Microsoft revealed that it would not be using regular currency for its Xbox LIVE transactions on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace when the service was announced, replacing it with the complex Microsoft Points system, not many gamers were thrilled. Now,… Read More »

By Mike Murphy, January 23, 2012 1 GN

UPDATE: ArenaNet has clarified on Guild Wars 2 Guru, a fansite for the upcoming game, exactly what its March and April betas will be due to confusion over what is or is not considered an “open beta.” “We purposely didn’t… Read More »

By Mike Murphy, January 20, 2012 1 GN, Videos

Mass Effect 3 is fast approaching, and new footage of the game showcasing gameplay on Mars and the reintroduction of Liara has emerged to remind players just how close the game’s release is. While discussing the game in the video,… Read More »

By Eddie Inzauto, January 19, 2012 1 GN, Videos

Capcom today released the first trailer for Resident Evil 6, officially announcing the title’s existence and marking a release date of November 20 for both the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 consoles, with a PC version to follow. Judging from… Read More »

By Mike Murphy, January 19, 2012 0 GN

Major League Gaming’s 2011 Pro Circuit was a big success for the e-sports organization, so much so that the league has decided to expand the Pro Circuit in 2012 with more events and four seasons. The new look of the… Read More »

By Brad Tramel, January 19, 2012 0 GN

Irrational Games has announced 1999 Mode for BioShock Infinite, a mode that forces players to face permanent consequences of their in-game decisions. The new method of play is Irrational’s answer to a December survey that clued it in on how… Read More »

By Brad Tramel, January 19, 2012 1 GN

Zynga has purchased four mobile game companies in an effort to expand development of tablet and smartphone games. David Ko, Zynga’s top mobile executive, told Reuters that in December it acquired Gamedoctors, the maker of ZombieSmash. The studio that created… Read More »

By Mike Murphy, January 18, 2012 0 GN, Videos

Several relationships may go through some strains this Valentine’s Day, as BioWare has announced that the demo for Mass Effect 3 will be arriving for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC all on the day originally reserved for boxes… Read More »

By Mike Murphy, January 17, 2012 0 GN

One of the most pleasant surprises of 2011 and winner of the Best Fighting Game Nodie was Mortal Kombat, the reboot of the series of the same name. After a successful console launch last year, the game will now be… Read More »