Category: GN
Pac-Man Creator Leaves Namco
Toru Iwatani, the creator of Pac-Man, has decided to leave his company of 30 years and go into the university system in order to dedicate his time to teach the next generation of game developers. Iwatani gave his remarks to… Read More »
Rush for Berlin Review
It’s hard not to think of subcategories within the real time strategy genre as members of a somewhat awkward and dysfunctional family. The roots of this particular brand of gameplay can often be traced back to The Ancient Art of… Read More »
A Coffee Table Book On Video Games
A new gaming enthusiast book is due out this fall entitled “Game On!: From Pong to Oblivion: The Greatest Games of All Time,” published by Headline Books and written and compiled by Simon Byron and Ste Curran-two experienced and respected… Read More »
EFF Wants Nintendo Patent Revoked
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), a nonprofit group whose mission is to protect the digital rights of computer users and the public in regards to “free speech, privacy, innovation, and consumer rights today,” has published its list of the top… Read More »
PSP Ads Racist?
Sony Computer Entertainment has set its shields on to “double front” status as they attempt to deflect accusations of posting racist advertisements for the PSP. The ads appear in the Netherlands and market the new “ceramic white” color. The ad… Read More »
Electronic Arts Looks to Appease Employees
The transition towards next generation consoles has not been easy. In fact, there have been numerous bumps in the road. However, console makers are not the only passengers on the ride. Video game publishers are also feeling the bumps these… Read More »
Sony Plans eDistribution Service
In an effort to ramp up and transition into the phase of selling software directly to customers through direct download, Sony will initiate the “PS3 E-Distribution Initiative.” This venture is an attempt to mimic and provide similar services as those… Read More »
Wii to Launch November 6, Says SI Kids
It may not be the most reliable magazine when it comes to next-gen consoles, and it may not be the most informative news piece when it comes to launch specifics, but an article in the latest issue of Sports Illustrated… Read More »
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Review
If you have spent any amount of time viewing late night Cartoon Network, along with the standard fare of Inuyasha Cowboy Bebop, you may have also encountered a few episodes of the Japanese anime series Naruto. The show, which debuted… Read More »
SEGA: PS3 Will Succeed
SEGA marketing veep Scott Steinberg offered words of optimism regarding Sony,s PS3 machine. In comments made to Game Daily, Steinberg said that while the PS3,s price may be expensive, he thought that the value of the machine outweighed the negatives,… Read More »
