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FortressCraft Becomes Fastest Selling XBLIG Title Ever

Releasing a game that’s similar to Minecraft on a new platform has its benefits. FortressCraft developer Projector Games has had it rough since ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 19, 2011

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Taking a 9-Volt to the Brain Increases Videogame Skill

Hooking your brain up to a battery might improve skill with videogames. A DARPA-funded study has determined that running electricity through the scalp ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 17, 2011

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Blizzard Hiring for “Unannounced Game”

Blizzard has a new, unannounced game coming down the pipeline. Currently, we know that Blizzard Entertainment is working on the second and third ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 17, 2011

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Researchers Succeed at Quantum Teleportation Breakthrough

A successful instance of quantum teleportation with no information loss could be the first step toward effective quantum computing. Quantum computing is often ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 17, 2011

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Rumor: Dark Knight Returns Slated for Animated Feature

An animated version of the dystopian Dark Knight Returns is rumored to be in the works at Warner Bros. Frank Miller’s Dark Knight ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 17, 2011

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Study Awards Pokéwalker With Title of “Very Best”

Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver‘s Pokéwalker is a surprisingly accurate device when compared to other pedometers. Anyone looking to have their steps accurately counted ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 17, 2011

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Link Overflows With Cuteness in Ocarina of Time 3D Screenshots

Ocarina of Time 3D ‘s young Link is way too cute in the game’s latest batch of screenshots. If you’ve never “Dawwwwww’ed” while ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 17, 2011

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Atlus’ Catherine Becomes a Franchise

After strong Japanese sales, Catherine has become more than just a unique PS3/Xbox 360 game. Atlus’ Catherine is currently only available in Japan, ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 16, 2011

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BioWare Auctioning Off Exclusive Goods for Japan Relief

BioWare has put signed hoodies and custom consoles on eBay to raise money for Japan. Japan was hit hard by an earthquake in ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 16, 2011

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Final Fantasy IV Inspired by F1 Racing, Star Wars

The developers of Final Fantasy IV took inspiration from surprising places. Square’s Final Fantasy IV was a milestone for the series, as the ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 16, 2011

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GeoHot Donates Leftover Legal Funds to EFF

PS3 hacker George “GeoHot” Hotz has donated his leftover legal defense funds to the Electronic Frontier Foundation. PlayStation 3 hacker George “GeoHot” Hotz ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 16, 2011

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Nintendo Glad 3DS Isn’t Sold Out

Nintendo is happy the 3DS didn’t completely sell out, because that’s the way it planned the handheld’s launch. Success is measured in many ...

By Tom Goldman Legacy AuthorApril 16, 2011

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