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  Is Zynga Acquisition to Blame for ‘Draw Something’ Users Tapering Off?

  After enjoying immense success during it’s first month of release, the active users for OMGPOP’s ‘Draw Something’ have finally begun to taper off.

  by Anthony Taormina | May 3, 20126 Comments

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  iFrogz Boost Review

  iFrogz’s Boost is a near field audio speaker that works without any set-up, cords, or syncing, but is that enough to give this unique device a recommendation? Read our review.

  by Anthony Taormina | May 1, 20121 Comment

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  Rumor Patrol: Microsoft To Replace Zune Music With ‘Woodstock’

  At E3 2012, Microsoft is expected to debut Woodstock, the replacement for Zune Music Pass. The new service should roll out later in the year.

  by Jeff Schille | Apr 25, 20126 Comments

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  ‘Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode 2′ Accidentally Released On Steam

  An incomplete version of ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 2′ released over the weekend on Steam, before quickly being taken down – though not before some users were able to play it.

  by C.J. Smillie | Apr 24, 20123 Comments

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  Zynga Looking to Acquire More Mobile Developers Like OMGPOP

  Analysts predict that in the next 3-5 years FarmVille creator Zynga might make another big mobile developer acquisition, but it won’t be Rovio.

  by Anthony Taormina | Apr 17, 20122 Comments

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  ‘Sonic 4: Episode 2′ Release Date & ‘Episode Metal’ Bonus Revealed

  SEGA finally slaps a release date on ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 2′ and reveals ‘Episode Metal,’ a set of bonus levels featuring playable Metal Sonic.

  by Jeff Schille | Apr 10, 20122 Comments

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  Ghost Recon: Facebook Game, Mad Catz Controllers & A Future Soldier Beta

  Details on the Ghost Recon: Future Soldier multiplayer beta, the Ghost Recon Commander Facebook game, and the new licensed controllers.

  by Rob Keyes | Apr 5, 2012No Comments

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  ‘Super Meat Boy: The Game’ Officially Revealed for iOS

  ‘Super Meat Boy: The Game’ is officially coming to iOS devices. Click the link for more details on the newly announced touchscreen indie platformer.

  by Riley Little | Apr 1, 20121 Comment

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  OMGPOP Employee Doesn’t Join Zynga After Acquisition

  Despite his employer being purchased for $210 Million, OMGPOP staff member Shay Pierce decided it was not in his best interests to join Zynga.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 28, 2012No Comments

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  ‘Angry Birds Space’ Rockets to Number One on iOS and Android Stores

  After just a few days on the market, ‘Angry Birds Space’ has already assumed its role as the number one app on the iOS and Android app stores.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 24, 2012No Comments

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  First ‘Angry Birds Space’ Gameplay Footage Appears

  We’ve heard claims that it would feature some exciting new gameplay options, but only this first footage of ‘Angry Birds Space’ in action has shown that to be true.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 12, 20122 Comments

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  iPad 3 is Actually iPad HD; Will Feature 1080p Video

  While we won’t know for sure until Wednesday, it is believed that the iPad 3 will actually be called the iPad HD, and will feature a 1080p retina display.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 6, 201212 Comments

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  EA Cans ‘Battlefield 3: Aftershock’ Game

  After taking down ‘Battlefield 3: Aftershock’ from the app store due to complaints and quality issues, Electronic Arts suspends development and support on the title.

  by Rob Keyes | Mar 2, 20121 Comment

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  ‘AaaAAa!! Force = Mass x Acceleration’ Review

  Will ‘AaaAA! Force = Mass x Acceleration’ for iOS have fans jumping for joy or will it crash hard on the surface below? Read our review to find out.

  by Dwayne Holder | Mar 1, 2012No Comments

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  Rumor Patrol: Apple’s iPad 3 To Support 4G LTE [Updated]

  It wouldn’t be an impending iPad 3 reveal without the rumor mill turning at full speed. This time, insiders confirm that the tablet will finally be adopting 4G LTE support.

  by Brian Sipple | Feb 28, 20129 Comments

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  Weekly Game Trailer Roundup: February 24

  This week’s Weekly Game Trailer Roundup features The Witcher 2, SSX, BlackSpace and a few more titles that the public might not be readily familiar with. Fear not, that’s what trailers are for.

  by Trung Bui | Feb 25, 2012No Comments

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  ‘Angry Birds Space’ Coming in March, Teaser Trailer Released

  Developer Rovio is taking there hugely popular franchise extraterrestrial with ‘Angry Birds Space’ and have released a teaser trailer to celebrate.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 24, 2012No Comments

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  No Plans to Bring ‘Minecraft’ to the PS Vita

  Mojang currently does not have plans to port their indie smash-hit ‘Minecraft’ to the PlayStation Vita, but that doesn’t entirely rule out the possibility just yet.

  by Riley Little | Feb 14, 20122 Comments

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  Mass Effect: Infiltrator Screenshots Look Like Mass Effect

  Electronic Arts and BioWare share the first three screenshots of the Mass Effect 3 tie-in game ‘Mass Effect: Infiltrator.’ Read on to see what the third-person mobile shooter looks like!

  by Rob Keyes | Feb 8, 20122 Comments

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  ‘AaaAAa!! Force = Mass x Acceleration’ Ready for iOS

  Indie developer Dejobaan Games announce that work on their iOS title, ‘AaaAA! Force = Mass x Acceleration,’ is complete and that it’s been submitted for approval. Get ready to disregard gravity everywhere you go.

  by Dwayne Holder | Feb 8, 2012No Comments

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  ‘Law & Order: Legacies’ Review

  After many successful years on television, ‘Law & Order’ is finally coming to the gaming universe with ‘Law & Order: Legacies.’ Read our review to find out if the game passes the DA’s cross examination!

  by Matt Rowland | Feb 7, 2012No Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect: Infiltrator’ and ‘Datapad’ coming to iOS

  EA has just announced two new iOS tie-ins for ‘Mass Effect 3.’ ‘Mass Effect Infiltrator’ and ‘Datapad’ will unlock exclusive items and help prepare players for the trilogy’s finale.

  by Curt Hutson | Feb 7, 20125 Comments

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  ‘Twisted Metal’ Developer Hit With Layoffs; Jaffe To Create His Own Studio

  ‘Twisted Metal’ Developer Eat Sleep Play lays off some staff as co-founder David Jaffe announces he will be leaving Eat Sleep Play to create his own studio. Find out what’s in store for the future of Eat Sleep Play and Twisted Metal.

  by Anthony Mole | Feb 7, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Tiny Tower’ Hits Huge Numbers

  NimbleBit announces that their 2011 iPhone game of the year ‘Tiny Tower’ has crossed the 10 million download mark. Free Tower Bux are handed out in celebration!

  by Rob Keyes | Feb 7, 2012No Comments

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  Former Zynga Employee Claims Developer Favors Profit Over Fun

  A former employee of Zynga is sharing his experience working for the popular mobile and PC app developer, which includes QA testing for max profit rather than fun.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 6, 20121 Comment

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  Zynga Defends Alleged ‘Copying’ of Competitor Games

  Zynga execs defend against controversial accusations of them copying Tiny Tower and Bingo Blitz by accusing them of doing the same. Read on for the details.

  by Rob Keyes | Feb 1, 20123 Comments

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  Zynga Once Again Under Fire for Game Similarities

  Zynga’s newest creation ‘Zynga Bingo’ has drawn alot of attention from Buffalo Studios for the similarities between it and their title ‘Bingo Blitz’.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 31, 20122 Comments

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  Valve Releases Beta Steam Mobile App for Android and iOS

  Today Valve unveiled a beta version of their Steam client for mobile platforms, set to provide a streamlined mobile experience for all Steam users with smartphones.

  by Dwayne Holder | Jan 26, 20121 Comment

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  Rumor Patrol: Faster iPad 3 Coming in March

  The latest reports claim that the next iPad 3 will be bringing a faster processor, better screen and LTE support, with manufacturers preparing for a March release.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 16, 20127 Comments

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  Rumor Patrol: iPad 3 & iPad 4 Coming in 2012

  Apple addicts worry no more, as overseas sources are apparently claiming 2012 will see the release of not just the iPad 3, but iPad 4 as well. Read on for details.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 6, 20124 Comments

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  12th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards Nominees

  The nominations for the 12th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced, with ‘Skyrim’, ‘Batman: Arkham City’, ‘Portal 2′, ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution’, and ‘Dark Souls’ all in the running for ‘Game of the Year.’

  by Tyler Schirado | Jan 5, 20129 Comments

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  ‘Command & Conquer: Tiberium Alliances’ Announced for PC & Mobile

  Electronic Arts has just announced ‘Command & Conquer: Tiberium Alliances,’ and the game’s beta starts tomorrow! Take a look at the announcement trailer.

  by Jeff Schille | Dec 14, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Grand Theft Auto 3: 10th Anniversary Edition’ Release Date & Screenshots

  Rockstar has announced the launch date of ‘Grand Theft Auto 3′ for mobile devices and has also offered some in-game screen shots.

  by Dwayne Holder | Dec 6, 20117 Comments

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  iFrogz EarPollution Mogul Headphones Review

  With the holiday season coming into full-swing, Game Rant takes a look at the elite Mogul headphones from iFrogz. Read on for our thoughts.

  by Rob Keyes | Nov 15, 20113 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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  Game Ranter Banter: Battlefield 3, Netflix, Xperia Play, Kinect & More!

  This week the Game Rant crew talks about the future of video game rentals, another PlayStation phone, a lack of new triple-A IPs, the impending boredom of motion gaming, and one of the biggest (and most worrisome) shooters of the Fall.

  by Jacob Siegal | Oct 29, 20118 Comments

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  ‘Saints Row: The Third,’ ‘Inversion,’ & ‘JForce: Unstoppable’ Trailers

  Check out the latest trailers for ‘Saints Row: The Third’ and ‘Inversion,’ then feast your eyes on the debut trailer for ‘JForce: Unstoppable.’

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 27, 20111 Comment

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  Rockstar Celebrates 10th Anniversary of ‘Grand Theft Auto 3′

  Rockstar Games is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the release of ‘ Grand Theft Auto 3′ with new merchandise and the announcement of upcoming mobile versions.

  by Vivas Kaul | Oct 13, 20115 Comments

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  iPhone 4S Gaming: ‘Real Racing 2 HD’ AirPlay Multiplayer & ‘Infinity Blade 2′

  The iPhone 4S may look like an iPhone 4 but it’s capable of far better graphics and gaming potential. Read on for trailers and details on ‘Infinity Blade 2,’ ‘Rise of Glory’ and an update to ‘Real Racing 2 HD.’

  by Alex Sebenski | Oct 5, 20113 Comments

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  Apple iPhone 4S Will Support Airplay Mirroring Games

  The new Apple iPhone 4S supports AirPlay Mirroring, a feature previously saved for the iPad 2. Here’s our predictions on what this could mean for the games industry as a whole.

  by Alex Sebenski | Oct 4, 20112 Comments

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  iPhone 4S Revealed

  Apple has finally taken the wraps off the iPhone 4S. Take a look at the tech specs, read about iCloud, and meet Siri, iPhone 4S’s digital assistant.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 4, 201115 Comments

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  Weekly Video Game News Round-Up: September 25th

  In the September 19-25 wrap-up, we talk World of Warcraft, Nintendo pricing, Batman’s face, PlayStation Home shooters, Star Wars: The Old Republic release and more!

  by Rob Keyes | Sep 26, 20118 Comments

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  Satoru Iwata Declares That Nintendo Will Not Join Mobile Market

  Satoru Iwata, CEO of Nintendo Corporation, has stated in an interview that if the company began making cell phone games, ‘Nintendo will cease to be Nintendo.’ But how will investors feel?

  by Kyle Hembree | Sep 14, 201112 Comments

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  ‘Max Payne’ Coming to Mobile Platforms This Fall

  Rockstar Games officially confirms that the original ‘Max Payne’ will be heading to mobile platforms this fall. Will this pave the way for ‘Max Payne 2 HD’?

  by Dwayne Holder | Sep 13, 20112 Comments

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  Bungie Releases ‘Crimson: Steam Pirates’ for Free; Details & Impressions

  Bungie Aerospace has released their first game ‘Crimson: Steam Pirates’ for the iPad in the App Store for free with additional in-app purchase Chapters. Check out the first details and our impressions game.

  by Alex Sebenski | Sep 2, 20111 Comment

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  Sony Entertainment Network Announced

  Sony is combining the PlayStation Network with re-named movie and music services, and dubbing the whole thing Sony Entertainment Network. Keep reading for all the details.

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 1, 20112 Comments

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  Fear The ‘Jurassic Park: The Game’ Action Montage Trailer

  TellTale Games has released a brand new ‘Jurassic Park: The Game’ trailer, and it’s one full minute of all the dinosaur action you can handle! Check it out.

  by Jeff Schille | Aug 31, 201110 Comments

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  Lower Cost 8GB iPhone 4 Due Alongside iPhone 5 Launch?

  Apple plans to release a reduced price 8GB iPhone 4 ahead of the rumored launch of the iPhone 5 at the beginning of October – and, possibly, through a batch of new carriers.

  by Alex Sebenski | Aug 24, 20111 Comment

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  ‘Jurassic Park: The Game’ Release Date, Screenshots & iPad Version

  Return to Jurassic Park in TellTale Games’ appropriately titled ‘Jurassic Park: The Game,’ which releases on November 15th.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 24, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Cut the Rope: Experiments’ Teaser & Release Date

  The sequel to Zeptolab’s mobile favorite ‘Cut the Rope,’ ‘Cut the Rope: Experiments’ has revealed a teaser trailer, and is coming to the iOS sooner than we thought.

  by Kyle Hembree | Aug 3, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Breitling Reno Air Races’ iOS Review

  ‘Breitling Reno Air Races’ offers an entertaining flight sim adventure to the iOS while offering a generous package of features that add to the experience.

  by Jon Lavallee | Jul 27, 2011No Comments

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  ‘Kard Combat’ iOS Review

  With the collaboration of ‘Magic: the Gathering’ creator Richard Garfield and Hothead Games, ‘Kard Combat’ successfully emulates the trading card game experience on the iOS platform.

  by Jon Lavallee | Jul 25, 2011No Comments

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  ‘The Corporate Race’ iOS Teaser Trailer

  Based on the game’s teaser trailer, “The Corporate Race” looks like it will provide a new and original experience within the iOS gaming platform.

  by Jon Lavallee | Jul 17, 20111 Comment

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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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  E3 2011: Halfbrick Studios Demos ‘Machine Gun Jetpack,’ ‘Fruit Ninja Frenzy’ and ‘Fruit Ninja Kinect’

  It’s the triumphant return of ‘Fruit Ninja’ and Barry Steakfries! See what we thought of ‘Fruit Ninja Frenzy,’ ‘Machine Gun Jetpack,’ and the recently announced ‘Fruit Ninja Kinect’ on the E3 show floor.

  by Jacob Siegal | Jun 9, 20113 Comments

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  Huge EA Mobile Game Memorial Day Sale in Progress

  EA Mobile has reduced the price on several great iOS and Android games for Memorial Day weekend. Keep reading for the full list and prices.

  by Christian Spicer | May 29, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Duke Nukem’ Soundboard Hits The iOS For Free

  In preparation for the release of ‘Duke Nukem Forever’, Gearbox Studios has released a soundboard featuring some of the series’ hero’s most famous one-liners.

  by Ryan Blanchard | May 29, 2011No Comments

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  ‘Minecraft’ for Android To Release On Xperia Play First

  With the success of ‘Minecraft’ on the PC and Mac, Mojang is working on releasing it for a whole host of mobile devices, starting with the ‘PlayStation Phone,’ the Xperia Play.

  by Ryan Blanchard | May 24, 20112 Comments

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  Angry Birds Hits 200 Million Downloads

  The ‘Angry Birds’ series has quickly become the face of mobile gaming and has just surpassed 200 million downloads.

  by Ryan Blanchard | May 20, 2011No Comments

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  GR Pick [Video]: ‘Angry Birds’ Enters the Real World

  Have you ever wondered what it would be like to play a life-size game of ‘Angry Birds’? Here’s your chance to see just how it might turn out.

  by Jacob Siegal | May 16, 20111 Comment