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Sony Acquires Media Molecule

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 03:54:18 +0000

Well, much to no one’s surprise, Sony has officially acquired Media Molecule. The developer of the million-selling LittleBigPlanet will not exclusively develop games for Sony’s systems. Not like they weren’t doing that already, but hey. The next MM game due out, ModNation Racers, already has passed its beta test. Who knows what those cruh-ay-zee guys will come up with next. Read on for the official press info.

London, 2nd March 2010– Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) today announced that it had acquired leading game developer Media Molecule, creator of the multi-million selling and multi-award winning PlayStation®3 (PS3™) exclusive title, LittleBigPlanet™. Media Molecule will join as part of SCE’s global development operation, SCE Worldwide Studios (SCE WWS).

In a strategic move to continue to secure excellence in game development for current and future PlayStation® platforms, the acquisition of Media Molecule formalises the successful exclusive relationship with SCE.

Media Molecule, based in Surrey, England, is the award-winning developer of LittleBigPlanet, one of the best-selling titles for PS3, a game that introduced gamers to the unique ethos of Play, Create and Share. Having seen over 2m user generated levels created for the community to download and play for free, LittleBigPlanet has completely changed the way people interact with games, whilst revolutionising the longevity of gameplay.

Having won over 90 awards for LittleBigPlanet, including 2 BAFTAs and 8 AIAS Interactive Achievement Awards, Media Molecule brings a wealth of experience and a highly talented staff into the SCE WWS family that will further strengthen the PlayStation first party studio.

”Since they burst onto the gaming scene, Media Molecule have proved to be a truly exciting and innovative studio, who have proved their world-class credentials with the creation of the incredible LittleBigPlanet,” said Shuhei Yoshida, President, SCE Worldwide Studios. “SCE WWS is all about creating ambitious, innovative and ground breaking games, traits that Media Molecule clearly have. To bring them into our family proves our dedication to creating fantastic new experiences that we believe will cement our position as industry leaders.”

“Since Media Molecule’s inception, we’ve had a uniquely close relationship with SCE. Over the years they have consistently shown their dedication to Creative Gaming and Media Molecule, not only through their support of the company, but their willingness to take risks and embrace our often unusual approach and ideas,” said Alex Evans, co-founder of Media Molecule. “What we’ve achieved already with LittleBigPlanet has proved this to us and we’re excited by this new chapter of innovation and creative gaming, for all involved.”
Studios across SCE WWS share technology, production methodology and creative goals to build the best possible experiences for users to enjoy the most from the PlayStation family of hardware platforms and network services. With over 2,500 employees, SCE WWS combines the talents of 15 game development studios in Japan, the USA, the UK and The Netherlands.

Lola Montès (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray] (Blu-ray) newly tagged blu-ray

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 03:52:17 +0000

Lola Montès (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray] (Blu-ray)
By Martine Carol

Buy new: $29.99
11 used and new from $24.99
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First tagged “blu-ray” by Sandro Sarang
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Iron Man 2 Featurette.

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:49:36 +0000

Here at The Netwerk, we love out comic book movies. And I have a huge man crush on Robert Downey Jr. I must of told 10 people the sotry about why he eats Burger King in the Iron Man movie. If you don’t know why, go Google it. cause I’m about to go to a party and I don’t have time to type the whole story.

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Victor-JVC Blu-ray Disc 5 Pack - 50GB 2X BD-RE DL - Printable (Electronics) newly tagged blu-ray

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:34:03 +0000

Victor-JVC Blu-ray Disc 5 Pack - 50GB 2X BD-RE DL - Printable (Electronics)
By JVC

2 used and new from $109.99
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Sony Blu-ray Disc 5 Pack - 50GB 4X BD-R DL [Japanese Import] (Electronics) newly tagged blu-ray

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:27:54 +0000

Sony Blu-ray Disc 5 Pack - 50GB 4X BD-R DL [Japanese Import] (Electronics)
By Sony

1 used and new from $89.99
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First tagged “blu-ray” by Sergio G. Gomez
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XML issue

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:23:10 +0000

Dont know how much of an xna issue this is, but maybe someone could help.nbsp; I read in an xml file, important part of the method beingbr /
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I get xml document cannot contain multiple root elements.nbsp; So I need to try and get the level into the above element.nbsp; Any advise?br /
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XML issue

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:23:10 +0000

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Final Fantasy XIII X360-Allstars

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:37:22 +0000

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Here we go another game for Xbox360 users which is “Final Fantasy XIII” released by again Allstars group. It`s a role-playing game developed and published by Square Enix and is the thirteenth installment in the Final Fantasy series. This one is a Region Free and in 3 DvDs.

Description: In Final Fantasy XIII, players will embark on a journey through the cityworld of Cocoon and the outerworld of Pulse, encountering and fighting alongside a diverse group of allies. Execute powerful attacks with weapons and magic, and summon the enigmatic Eidolons with an evolved Active Time Battle system. Experience seamless transitions between real-time gameplay and in-game cinematics. Do you have the courage to face your destiny?

A “Break State” is one of the new features of the Final Fantasy XIII battle system. The breaks refer to the times an enemy enters a state of reduced retaliation. This occurs when a chain combo has been maintained for a certain period of time on an enemy, filling a bar to maximum. When a high level combo has been achieved, the enemy will glow red and enter this state, during which the player will be able to inflict high amounts of damage and knock some enemies high into the air. The chain bar will gradually deplete during this period; when it becomes empty, the break state ends.

Publisher: Square Enix
Developer: Square Enix
Genre: RPG
ESRB: T

Release name: Final.Fantasy.XIII.X360-Allstars
Size: 20.26 GB (3 DVD`s)
Links: iGN – Gamespot – Homepage – NFO
Torrent search: Here
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Download: Rapidshare:- DVD1 – DVD2 – DVD3

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NEWS: Microsoft demonstrates Mobile Surface

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:26:55 +0000

Project a touchscreen onto any flat surface

Microsoft has been demonstrating some interesting technology at its annual employees-only TechFest event. Microsoft’s Surface technology is great, but it’s also large, expensive and a little unwieldy. Allow Mobile Surface to step into the ring instead.

It projects a screen onto a surface, but then is able to sense where your hands are and allow you to manipulate that screen. It’s sensitive enough to allow you to detect how high your hands are - the Microsoft employee demonstrating the tech showed control of volume by moving his hand up and down above the screen.

Microsoft hasn’t said when any applications will be available, but a similar product was shown off at CES by a UK company - Light Touch. Its projector enabled a 10-inch image to be interacted with when beamed onto a surface, using infrared to detect hand positions.

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Microsoft demonstrates Mobile Surface originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:07:49 +0000

NEWS: Tech deals: Free website with GetBusinessOnline.co.uk

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:26:54 +0000

Deals, offers and innovations

If you’re currently running you own business and are looking for a way to get online then this initiative will help you do just that, since GetBusinessOnline.co.uk allows you to create a website for free in around 20 minutes.

The initiative is a partnership between Enterprise UK, Google, BT, and e-skills UK, with the support of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. The layout of the website seems to be pretty well thought out; giving helpful step by step instructions of what to do.

All you need is a British business, an address and a mobile phone number to get started and there’s also info on making contacts and training in your local area, as well as a gallery of previous websites.

Click through on this link to take a look for yourself and let us know your thoughts of the site in the comments box below.

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Tech deals: Free website with GetBusinessOnline.co.uk originally appeared on http://www.pocket-lint.com on Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:00:00 +0000