TIGA comments on gender imbalance in the video games industry

TIGA, the trade association representing the UK games industry, said today that if the games industry was to recruit a more diverse workforce then more girls in schools and women in colleges and universities should be supported and encouraged to study courses relevant to the industry. There was also a need to profile the games industry as a potential career choice in schools and higher education. TIGA made the comments following a statement by Lynne Featherstone MP, Minister for Equalities, that some companies “risk being uncompetitive” if they did not address the gender imbalance in the games industry.

2K Games Makes Another Hit with Mafia II Downloadable Content

2K Games announced today the first two action-infused download content packs for its upcoming epic action crime game, Mafia II. The Betrayal of Jimmy will be available as a free download on the day the game launches exclusively for players worldwide who purchase a new copy of Mafia II for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system.

New artwork for 'Mythos' MMORPG video game revealed

Online game publisher Frogster is today releasing new illustrations for the action-MMORPG Mythos. The new concept artworks include first glimpses of dangerous monsters from the atmospheric fantasy world.

More information is available through the newsletter which can be found on the official website: www.mythos-europe.com.

Joss Stone - James Bond 007: Blood Stone Delivers Intrigue and Explosive Third-Person Action Xbox 360 PS3 PC and Nintendo DS

Award winning artist Joss Stone is set to debut as the newest Bond girl in James Bond 007: Blood Stone, an original Bond experience from legendary screenwriter Bruce Feirstein. In addition to stepping into a leading role, Grammy and BRIT Award winner Joss Stone will create original music for the game, luring players into an explosive third-person action adventure where they will unravel an international conspiracy across exotic locales.

Punk legends Bad Religion and The Stooges join the Rock Band Music Store

Tracks from punk legends Bad Religion and The Stooges will be available next week in the Rock Band Music Store of download content for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Wii.

Focus Home Interactive announce "A Game of Thrones: Genesis" video game

We are very pleased to announce that Focus Home Interactive will publish "A Game of Thrones: Genesis", Cyanide’s new strategy game, adapted from George R.R. Martin's famous series of best-sellers novels "A Song of Ice and Fire".

Today, we reveal the first 2 artworks from this game in which you will have to match your political prowess with your strategic and military skills!

Madden NFL 11 Video Game Demo Details

On July 27th, we will release a robust Madden NFL 11 demo, featuring full 5 minute quarters, Indianapolis Colts vs. New York Jets (as voted by the fans), full GameFlow integration, the ability to create offensive and defensive game plans, and more.

Below are a few additional details on the demo:

Capcom announces new video game 'Mega Man Universe'!

Capcom Entertainment, Inc., a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that Mega Man Universe is coming to Xbox LIVE online entertainment network and PlayStation Store. Mega Man Universe, the latest entry in Capcom’s long-running Mega Man series, will be a revolutionary take on the seminal classic, setting course for a new chapter in classic gaming.

Win prizes by showing love for 'Fairy Story Online' video game!

Ngames, award-winning publisher of online games, are offering fantastic prizes in exchange for feedback from players of gorgeous free-to-play MMORPG, Fairy Story Online.

MapleStory Europe Gaming events and updates in the wake of the resurrection of Aran

NEXON Europe introduces a new job class to MapleStory, and announces new events MapleStory Europe, the popular free-to-play MMORPG, today announces the arrival of Aran; a brand new character in the game. To accompany the resurrection of this hero a series of exciting gaming events and updates will be flooding screens creating excitement throughout Europe!