Dundee's Abertay University named best in Europe and in World Top 10 for games courses

Abertay University computer games courses have been ranked best in Europe for the third consecutive year by the prestigious Princeton Review.

Picture: Kathryn Rattray

The annual ranking, released today, placed Abertay as number one in Europe for undergraduate degrees and in the World Top 10 for postgraduate courses.

The accolade comes as the University celebrates 20 years since becoming the first to offer computers games courses in 1997, with a programme of celebrations already under way.

Construction Simulator 2 released on iOS Android download links

Construction Simulator 2 takes the player to the United States of America. As the owner of a small construction company in the fictional state of Westside Plains he will be able to seize his chance to become the biggest real estate tycoon in the whole region. In order to achieve this goal the player will be able to access 36 originally licensed vehicles and construction machines by well-known makers such as Caterpillar, Liebherr, Palfinger, Bell Equipment, ATLAS and STILL during the course of the game.

Thanks to this great variety of vehicles and machines as well as challenging building contracts and missions players will not only be able to excavate building pits, control gigantic cranes and pour concrete to their heart’s content, but also tackle road construction tasks for the first time in the history of the Construction Simulator series – a gameplay element which has been long desired by fans of the popular franchise.

Yo-kai Watch Wibble Wobble puzzle game first gameplay release all for FREE on iOS Android

Your mischievous Yo-kai friends are back in a FREE app launching 30th March 2017!

One day, while searching for bugs in the woods, an average boy named Nate comes across a peculiar capsule machine. He opens one of the capsules and brings forth Whisper, the Yo-kai butler who gives Nate a device known as the Yo-kai Watch. Using this device, only Nate is able to identify and see various Yo-kai that are hanging around town causing mischief. Yo-kai are invisible beings and the cause of your everyday annoyances: Have you ever felt the sudden need to run to the restroom? Do your socks go missing in the dryer? How about the uncontrollable urge to reveal secrets? Chances are, a Yo-kai did it!

Shiness: The Lightning Kingdom Release Date - PC XO PS4

Action-RPG Shiness will be released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC on 18 April 2017. The game’s universe was born over 20 years ago from the pen strokes of Samir Rebib, Artistic Director of the studio.

Composed of passionate people, independent studio Enigami went through a successful Kickstarter campaign, allowing the project to grow and gain momentum until it was accompanied by Focus Home Interactive.

Step behind the scenes in the Making of Resident Evil 7 video series - video

uncover the secrets behind the development of the multimillion selling latest entry in the hit survival horror series, Resident Evil 7 Biohazard. The Making of Resident Evil 7 biohazard series features never before seen footage and interviews with key development team members as they explore the origins of 2017’s scariest gaming experience.

The four part series will release weekly and the doors open with Part One: Beginning Hours

Part one features revealing interviews with Jun Takeuchi (Executive Producer), Masachika Kawata (Producer) and Koshi Nakanishi (Director) and explores how the team and the survival horror ideas in Resident Evil 7 biohazard came about as well as showcasing a sneak peek at how the Capcom Europe team reacted to seeing the game for the very first time!

RPG maker series sells 1 million celebrate with discount new features and DLC - PC Mac Linux

RPG Maker series has now reached 1 million copies sold! To celebrate this, the latest installment of the series; MV now officially supports Linux & Steam OS. Also we are holding a big sale on Steam until 24th March.

Don’t miss a chance to try the new RPG Maker MV, the brand new DLC and get huge discounts!

Steam Midweek Madness
The RPG Maker series and all DLCs are on Steam Midweek Madness! The sale will end 24th March, so don’t miss a chance to expand your RPG with various tools and resources!

Snake Pass launch date and prices - PC Switch PS4 XO

When a mysterious intruder threatens the tranquillity of their home, it’s up to Noodle the Snake and Doodle the Hummingbird to embark on a daring journey to save the day.

Controlling this dynamic duo, players must ‘think like a snake’ as they slither, curl and climb their way through 15 levels across 4 increasingly challenging themed worlds. Snake Pass is a unique take on the platforming genre that is intuitive and fun to learn, but will gradually test your snake charming skills to the limit!

Holobunnies: Pause Café released - PC Mac Linux

Cruising around in space and trying to find a new planet to live on is hard work, after all, and that's just what Pause Café is all about: the Holobunnies taking a break from their intergalactic escapades.

Fight your friends in an exciting two-player brawler, take on old-school boss battles challenges, and help Kitcat find its way to the Holobunnies in the runner mode.

Pokémon Go Makes a Splash with Global Water Festival In-Game Event - iOS

Pokémon GO’s next in-game celebration, the Pokémon GO Water Festival. From March 22 at 1:00 P.M. PST until March 29 at 1:00 P.M. PST, Trainers will be more likely to encounter Water-type Pokémon like Magikarp, Squirtle, Totodile and their evolutions around the world.

Trainers will also have a greater chance of encountering Water-type Pokémon originally discovered in the Johto region, which recently began appearing in the game, when exploring areas where Water-type Pokémon more commonly appear.

All PSV PlayStation Network PSN discounts 22 March 2017 - UK

PS Vita Games [PSP]

1. Ape Academy [PSP] £2.49 62%
2. Ape Academy 2 [PSP] £2.49 62%
3. Ape Escape [PSP] £2.49 62%
4. Ape Quest [PSP] £2.49 62%
5. B-Boy [PSP] £2.49 62%
6. Beats [PSP] £2.49 62%
7. BigFest £3.29 59%
8. Cool Boarders 2 £1.99 50%
9. Cool Boarders £1.99 50%
10. CounterSpy £3.99 60%