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Square Enix executive criticizes long game development periods

By:  Zorine Te Square Enix senior executive managing director Yosuke Matsuda has voice concerns about the company’s approach to game development, specifically long development times. Matsuda recently presented at the Square Enix financial results briefing session, which included discussion on the company’s business strategy. Acknowledging that the financial results from the March 2013 fiscal year were “disappointing”, Matsuda went on to suggest ways to reform the … Continue reading Square Enix executive criticizes long game development periods

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Next Hitman game to be developed by Square Enix Montreal – Report

By:  Laura Parker Hitman: Absolution developer IO Interactive has confirmed that the next instalment in the franchise will not be made in-house. Speaking to Official PlayStation Magazine, Absolution director Tore Blystad said that Agent 47‘s next outing will be developed by Square Enix Montreal. “It’s like with Treyarch and Infinity Ward,” Blystad told the publication. “You have an IP that has been developed. They will feed off … Continue reading Next Hitman game to be developed by Square Enix Montreal – Report

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ASA rejects Hitman ad complaints

By: Mark Walton The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority has rejected complaints filed against a recent Hitman: Absolution trailer. According to the ASA ruling, a total of two complaints were logged, which challenged whether the advert was “offensive,” “distressing,” and “socially irresponsible,” The “Attack of the Saints” trailer–which depicted highly sexualised, PVC-clad nuns being killed–was the subject of much criticism in the press and on social … Continue reading ASA rejects Hitman ad complaints

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Square Enix reveals their full lineup for Gamescom 2012

By: Erren Van Duine Square Enix Europe has revealed their lineup for Gamescom, due here in just a few short weeks. Headlining the show will be the world premiere gameplay presentation for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn – the newly remade version of Square’s Final Fantasy MMORPG. Producer/director Naoki Yoshida will take the stage and will be present for autograph sessions on Friday and … Continue reading Square Enix reveals their full lineup for Gamescom 2012

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E3 2012: Top 10 Most Anticipated Games

By: Jordan Douglas With E3 just around the corner, anticipation for the gaming industry’s biggest annual showcase is now far past the boiling point. Alongside the major announcements from Nintendo on the Wii U, and surely some big moves from Sony on Vita, the list of games for E3 2012 is, as usual, truly staggering. With that in mind, the following is a list of … Continue reading E3 2012: Top 10 Most Anticipated Games

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Hitman: Sniper Challenge Launch Trailer Released

By: Lauren Alessandra   (@fozzness) IO Interactive has released a launch trailer for Hitman: Sniper Challenge; a bonus mini-game for fans who choose to pre-order Hitman: Absolution. As its name suggests, Sniper Challenge is all about tackling targets from high places using your handy dandy sniper rifle. Your main target is Richard Strong Jr., CEO of Stallion Armaments along with his many underlings. Sniper Challenge offers … Continue reading Hitman: Sniper Challenge Launch Trailer Released

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Hitman: Sniper Challenge Revealed

By: Darryl Kaye   (@DarrylGU) An additional Hitman game has been announced called Hitman: Sniper Challenge. The game will be made available on downloadble platforms and will support Hitman: Absolution. The new game was revealed in this month’s edition of US magazine Game Informer. It will feature a replayable sniper mission, with the best snipers being rewarded with unspecified prizes. If you pre-order Hitman: Absolution through … Continue reading Hitman: Sniper Challenge Revealed

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