3D Stereoscopic Games Summit At GDC Online Debuts Line-Up

Taking place alongside next month's GDC Online event in Austin, TX, the 3D Stereoscopic Games Summit has revealed speakers from Disney, Sony, Blitz, Crytek and more on the rise of 3D gaming. The Summit, taking place on Tuesday, October 5th and open to GDC Online All-Access Pass holders, as well as Summits & Tutorial pass-holders, will be the first GDC event to explore the world of 3D ...

Working in one big video game

Companies are realizing that "gamification" -- using the same mechanics that hook gamers -- is an effective way to generate business.

Video store opens in downtown Hibbing

HIBBING — Video games and movies go hand in hand, according to Donovan Happy. “They kind of go together,” he said. “They coincide well.” Happy is one-third of the trio of owners of Gamer’s Haven, which just expanded to include a movie rental business by the name of G H Video.

Microsoft Veteran Vrignaud Leaves Firm For Amazon's Gaming Efforts

Microsoft's Director of Game Platform Strategy Andre Vrignaud has announced he's leaving the company for an unspecified position at Amazon. The announcement comes as Amazon is reported to be working on an expanded digital games store, with job postings indicating that "Amazon.com is developing an exciting new customer experience in video games." "I make this announcement with mixed emotions as I ...

Now you can earn virtual currency by watching ads

Advertisers are trying to harness the enthusiasm for social networks and gaming to get people to engage with their brands.