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  Avada Kedavra! EA Closes ‘Harry Potter’ Developer Bright Light

  Electronic Arts has officially closed their Bright Light studio in the UK – the developer of several ‘Harry Potter’ movie tie-in games as well as ‘Create’ and ‘Zubo.’

  by Ben Kendrick | Jan 6, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Pokemon Gray’ Hinted at by Magazine Ad?

  An ad in Japanese magazine Corocoro has hinted at a new form for the legendary Pokemon Kyurem. Could this be a hint at the long-rumored ‘Pokemon Gray’?

  by Riley Little | Jan 5, 20127 Comments

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  Batman: ‘LEGO Batman 2′ Official, ‘Gotham City Impostors’ Delayed

  Warner Bros. Interactive makes ‘LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes’ official, while also delivering word that ‘Gotham City Imposters’ has been delayed.

  by Jeff Schille | Jan 5, 20123 Comments

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  ‘Pokemon + Nobunaga’s Ambition’ Revealed for Nintendo DS

  Get ready for one of the most unexpected crossovers in gaming history. ‘Pokemon + Nobunaga’s Ambition’ is a collaboration between Tecmo Koei and Nintendo, and it’s an interesting one to say the least.

  by Riley Little | Dec 17, 20116 Comments

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  New ‘Pokemon’ Game Being Announced in January

  A new ‘Pokemon’ game is scheduled to be revealed in the January issue of CoroCoro. They’ve remained tight lipped on the exclusive thus far, but we’ll find out more about the title next month.

  by Riley Little | Dec 16, 20117 Comments

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  Gamers Can Now Receive Downloadable Games from Club Nintendo

  Club Nintendo recently began offering downloadable titles in exchange for ‘Coins.’ With four new games being added to the service, loyal fans will likely be more than satisfied.

  by Riley Little | Dec 15, 20114 Comments

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  ‘Kid Icarus: Uprising,’ ‘Mario Party 9′ Highlight Nintendo’s Early 2012 Releases

  Nintendo has detailed its lineup of 3DS, DS, and Wii games for the first quarter of 2012. There is some good news for 3DS owners, but it’ll be slim pickings for everyone else.

  by Jeff Schille | Dec 13, 20111 Comment

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  ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ Coming Summer 2012; World Premiere Trailer At VGAs

  ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ game will release alongside the feature film next Summer. Check out a teaser trailer for the game’s appearance at the Spike VGAs.

  by Jeff Schille | Dec 7, 20117 Comments

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  Rumor Patrol: ‘LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes’ Coming in 2012

  It looks like Batman is getting another LEGO game, and this time he’ll be joined by some friends. Check out the first image of ‘LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes.’

  by Jeff Schille | Dec 5, 201114 Comments

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  Download the Legendary Pokemon Victini this Weekend

  Trainers will have one last chance to obtain the legendary Pokemon Victini in ‘Pokemon Black’ and ‘White’ beginning this weekend, but they’ll have to act fast.

  by Riley Little | Dec 1, 20111 Comment

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  Ubisoft: No PC Port for ‘Ghost Recon: Future Soldier’ [Updated]

  In an effort combat piracy, Ubisoft has announced that highly anticipated shooter ‘Ghost Recon: Future Soldier’ will not be making its way to the PC.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 25, 201140 Comments

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  2011 Black Friday Video Game Sales Guide

  Black Friday 2011 is coming up soon, and Game Rant has compiled some of the best deals from the biggest retailers in one convenient guide. Happy shopping!

  by Vivas Kaul | Nov 24, 201110 Comments

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  Big ‘Pokemon’ Announcement Planned for December 18th

  The Pokemon Company is scheduled to reveal some brand new info on a new project at Jump Festa. Could it be the rumored ‘Pokemon Gray’?

  by Riley Little | Nov 21, 20118 Comments

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  Nintendo’s Reggie Fils-Aime Claims Wii U Will ‘Disrupt the Market’

  Nintendo’s head-honcho, Reggie Fils-Aime, promises that the forthcoming Wii U will change the gaming market – just like its Wii predecessor. Can Nintendo disrupt the gaming industry again?

  by C.J. Smillie | Nov 20, 201116 Comments

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  ‘Call of Duty: Elite’ Service Remains Intermittent, ‘Scale’ To Blame

  In a new interview, Call of Duty VP of Production Daniel Suarez claims that the scale of ‘Call of Duty: Elite’ is responsible for the service’s ongoing difficulties.

  by Jeff Schille | Nov 14, 20114 Comments

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  Modern Warfare 3 Is Biggest Entertainment Launch Ever

  Activision does it again and day one numbers show that ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3′ is the biggest entertainment launch ever. Surprised?

  by Rob Keyes | Nov 11, 201116 Comments

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  Revenue From Smartphone Gaming Surpasses Handhelds

  Revenue for smartphone gaming has surpassed handheld gaming as iOS and Android marketshare have increased from 19% in 2009 to 58% in 2011, while it drops for Nintendo and Sony.

  by Matt Rowland | Nov 10, 20116 Comments

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  Jay Leno Stars In ‘Modern Warfare 3′ Commercial… Sort Of

  The latest Call of Duty game isn’t just making waves on sales charts, but on prime time television as well! Check out Jay Leno as he stars in ‘The Vet and The Noob’ trailer for ‘Modern Warfare 3′.

  by Anthony Mole | Nov 10, 20111 Comment

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  ‘Call of Duty: Elite’ Problems Persist, Founders Get 30 Days Free

  Service remains intermittent for ‘Call of Duty: Elite.’ As a result, premium members will be compensated with 30 extra days, free of charge. Keep reading for the latest details.

  by Jeff Schille | Nov 10, 20116 Comments

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  Violent Games Don’t Cause Violence, Anticipation Does [Modern Warfare 3]

  Call of Duty players are so hardcore, sometimes they’re willing to use real life guns to acquire a copy. Read on for the story of David E. Morales and his desire to play ‘Modern Warfare 3.’

  by Rob Keyes | Nov 10, 20117 Comments

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  Don’t Be Shocked: New ‘Call Of Duty’ Game Coming In 2012

  Activision has shocked the world by announcing that a new ‘Call of Duty’ title will release in 2012. What do you think it could be? Join us as we speculate!

  by Anthony Mole | Nov 9, 201139 Comments

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  ‘Modern Warfare 3′ Sets Pre-Order & Shipment Records; Sledgehammer Reflects on Development

  ‘Modern Warfare 3′ is already smashing the records set by ‘Black Ops.’ Sledgehammer Games Michael Condrey discusses the challenges of working on the most anticipated game of 2012.

  by Jeff Schille | Nov 9, 20116 Comments

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  ‘Call of Duty: Elite’ Registration Problems Mar ‘Modern Warfare 3′ Launch

  It’s ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3′ launch day, but many players are having trouble registering for ‘Call of Duty: Elite.’ Keep reading for the latest details.

  by Jeff Schille | Nov 8, 201111 Comments

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  ‘Call of Duty: Elite’ Available Now On Xbox Live; UK ‘MW3′ Launch Party Live Stream Tonight

  ‘Call of Duty: Elite’ is now available on Xbox Live. Plus, join the game’s developers tonight for the streaming ‘Modern Warfare 3′ UK Launch Party!

  by Anthony Mole | Nov 7, 2011No Comments

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  Armed Gunmen Attack 2 French Delivery Trucks Carrying ‘Modern Warfare 3′

  Armed robbers attacked two separate video game delivery trucks in France – making off with over 780,000 euros worth of ‘Modern Warfare 3′ copies.

  by Ben Kendrick | Nov 7, 201135 Comments

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  Vote to Decide Which Illusive Character You Want from Pokemon Global Link

  Is there a certain Pokemon you’ve been unsuccessful in capturing? Now you can vote on which illusive character you’d like to add to your collection via the Pokemon Global Link!

  by Riley Little | Nov 2, 20115 Comments

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  ‘X-Men: Destiny’ Review

  Activision and developer Silicon Knights fail to bring a good story or good gameplay with ‘X-Men: Destiny.’ Read on to see why this game never should have been made.

  by Rob Keyes | Oct 31, 201118 Comments

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  ‘Aliens: Infestation’ Review

  ‘Aliens: Infestation’ combines the weapons and story line from the ‘Aliens’ universe with side-scrolling adventure game play. Read our review to find out if slaying xenomorphs is as fun as it sounds.

  by Alex Sebenski | Oct 31, 20111 Comment

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  The Game Rant Game Guide: November ’11 Edition

  With November just around the corner, we at Game Rant have detailed what games we’ll be playing the month. Let us know what you’ll be playing and find out what our most anticipated game of the month is!

  by Anthony Mole | Oct 31, 201112 Comments

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  Pirated ‘Modern Warfare 3′ Discs In Circulation; Prepare to be boarded!

  Pirated copies of ‘Modern Warfare 3′ have begun circulating around the US, but you should probably hold off on getting one, and not just because of the morality involved.

  by Anthony Mole | Oct 28, 201133 Comments

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  3DS Sales are Better than Initial DS Sales

  Nintendo has announced that sales of the 3DS have tripled, and that the system’s sales are now outpacing those of the original DS.

  by Anthony Mole | Oct 27, 20117 Comments

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  ‘Modern Warfare 3′ Launch Trailer Features Explosive Gameplay

  ‘Modern Warfare 3′ may still be a few weeks off but that hasn’t stopped Activision from releasing the game’s launch trailer – with plenty of explosions and action filled moments to tease players.

  by Anthony Mole | Oct 22, 201133 Comments

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  ‘Modern Warfare 3′ PC Specs Revealed

  The minimum system requirements for ‘Modern Warfare 3′ on PC, as well as some other information on servers and setting manipulation have been made available by Infinity Ward’s Robert Bowling.

  by Trung Bui | Oct 21, 20118 Comments

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  ‘Pokemon Gray’ Web Domain Registered

  The existence of the long rumored ‘Pokemon Gray’ may have prematurely been revealed through a recent website registration. Could Nintendo reveal the new Pokemon on Friday?

  by Riley Little | Oct 19, 201118 Comments

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  Nintendo DS Sells Over 50 Million Units

  The Nintendo DS has sold an astonishing 50 million units since the system’s launch in 2004. Following a price drop, the 3DS has not been doing too shabby, either – selling over 260,000 units this past September.

  by Trung Bui | Oct 17, 20111 Comment

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  New ‘Men In Black’ Game Announced

  Men In Black III is coming to theaters next year and to tie into its release, Activision is developing ‘Men In Black,’ the video game. Check out the first screenshots here.

  by Rob Keyes | Oct 13, 20116 Comments

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  Sledgehammer: Plenty of Innovation In Modern Warfare 3

  ‘Call of Duty’ critics are quick to point out that a franchise cannot innovate if it is seeing an annual release. Glen Schofield, co-developer of ‘Modern Warfare 3,’ believes that there are enough changes to keep the game fresh.

  by Anthony Mole | Oct 10, 201139 Comments

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  ‘X-Men: Destiny’ Trailer Extravaganza

  ‘X-Men: Destiny’ launches this week, and to celebrate the occasion Activision and Silicon Knights have released five new trailers. Check them all out right here!

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 26, 20114 Comments

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  What Will Nintendo Reveal at its Pre-TGS Press Event? [Update: Lots of Games]

  Nintendo may have something big planned for today’s pre-TGS press event. What could it be? Speculate with us, and watch the live stream right here.

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 12, 201128 Comments

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  Sledgehammer Games On Canceled Third-Person ‘Call of Duty’

  Sledgehammer Games comments on the once-upon-a-time third-person ‘Call of Duty’ game they had to abandon in order to work on ‘Modern Warfare 3.’

  by Trung Bui | Sep 2, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Tetris: Axis’ and ‘Professor Layton and the Last Specter’ Dated

  ‘Tetris: Axis’ and ‘Professor Layton and the Last Specter’ have both been given release dates by Nintendo. Read on to find out when you can add these games to your library.

  by Jeff Schille | Aug 29, 20111 Comment

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  New ‘X-Men: Destiny’ Trailer Brings More Mutant Powers

  Activision releases a new ‘X-Men: Destiny’ gameplay video to show off the game’s three new mutants and some of the powers they can learn.

  by Rob Keyes | Aug 17, 20115 Comments

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  ‘Modern Warfare 3′ Invading the Nintendo DS Handheld

  In an announcement that shocks no one, Infinity Ward’s highly anticipated shooter ‘Modern Warfare 3′ will be heading to the DS – but what can potential buyers expect from the game?

  by Anthony Mole | Aug 8, 20116 Comments

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  Nintendo Drops 3DS Price & Rewards Early Adopters

  Nintendo announces a whopping $80 price drop for the 3DS and 20 free games for those who purchase the unit before it lowers.

  by Jeff Schille | Jul 28, 201113 Comments

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  ‘X-Men Destiny’ Gets A Release Date And New Trailers

  Aiming for a September 26th release, Activision and Silicone Knights have sent out two new character trailers for ‘X-Men Destiny.’

  by William Case | Jul 21, 20113 Comments

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  New ‘Pokemon’ Games Hinted at for 3DS and DS

  Fans desperate for news on the next ‘Pokemon’ game will be delighted to learn that there are unannounced titles coming later this year to both the 3DS and DS.

  by Riley Little | Jul 20, 20115 Comments

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  ‘Spider-Man: Edge Of Time’ And ‘X-Men: Destiny’ Voice Cast Revealed

  In preparation for the San Diego Comic-Con, some of the voice talent for ‘Spider-Man: Edge of Time’ and ‘X-Men: Destiny’ have been revealed. Read on for the details.

  by C.J. Smillie | Jul 19, 20112 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 12′ Manchester City Kit Reveal Trailer

  The developers of ‘FIFA 12′ have teamed up with Premier League club Manchester City to release an exclusive virtual kit reveal.

  by John Jacques | Jul 19, 20111 Comment

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  Captain America: Super Soldier (DS) Review

  ‘Captain America: Super Soldier’ is available now on the Nintendo DS. Is the ultimate patriotic portable title a must have for fans or does Captain America disappoint his country (and gamers)? Read our review.

  by Riley Little | Jul 19, 20113 Comments

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  New Releases July 17 Through 23, 2011

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available July 17 through 23, 2011.

  by Jeff Schille | Jul 18, 20111 Comment

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  ‘Duke Nukem Forever’ Takes Second Place In June Game Sales

  Despite mostly negative reviews, Duke Nukem Forever became the second biggest selling game in June. Read on for what other games were big hits last month.

  by C.J. Smillie | Jul 15, 20116 Comments

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  ‘Ghost Recon: Future Soldier’ Slower-Paced Than Call of Duty, Battlefield

  Ghost Recon: Future Soldier will be a change of pace to the onslaught of fast-paced, twitch shooters like ‘Call of Duty’ and ‘Battlefield.’ It’s about tactics over speed.

  by Trung Bui | Jul 13, 20113 Comments

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  EA Purchasing PopCap For $1 Billion [Updated]

  In a surprise turn of events, Electronic Arts last night began negotiations to acquire ‘Plants vs. Zombies’ developer PopCap.

  by William Case | Jul 12, 20114 Comments

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  FIFA Series ‘Won’t Run Out of Ideas’

  Worried about the EA Sports FIFA titles getting stale? FIFA Producer David Rutter isn’t concerned about the franchise running out of ideas, and has some big ideas in store for future years!

  by John Jacques | Jul 11, 2011No Comments

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  New Releases July 10 Through 16, 2011

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available July 10 through 16, 2011.

  by Jeff Schille | Jul 11, 2011No Comments

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  New Releases July 3 Through 9, 2011

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available July 3 through 9, 2011.

  by Jeff Schille | Jul 5, 20111 Comment

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  ‘Captain America: Super Soldier’ Screenshots Reveal Boss Fights

  Behold the video game incarnations of Lady Hydra, Iron Cross, and Baron Von Strucker in the newest ‘Captain America: Super Soldier’ screenshots.

  by Kyle Hembree | Jun 30, 20111 Comment

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  New Releases June 26 Through July 2, 2011

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available June 26 through July 2, 2011.

  by Jeff Schille | Jun 27, 20111 Comment

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  ‘Cars 2: The Video Game’ Review

  Avalanche Software returns with another game based on a Disney Pixar film. Does ‘Cars 2: The Video Game’ deserve a spot in your Summer gaming line-up? Read our review.

  by Jeff Schille | Jun 27, 20115 Comments

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  ‘Captain America: Super Soldier’ Screenshots & Concept Art

  Feeling patriotic? Check out new concept art for ‘Captain America: Super Soldier,’ along with comments from the game’s Art Director.

  by J.C. Reeves | Jun 24, 20115 Comments