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Battlefield 3 servers under DDoS attack; DICE ‘working around the clock’

The multiplayer for DICE's first-person shooter isn't functioning due to these attacks.

Mario and Donkey Kong: Minis on the Move is a puzzler with delightful variety (review)

Nintendo's puzzle-game series offers up an unmatched variety of mechanics and modes.

Sony insists the PlayStation 4 won’t kill its bottom line as the PS3 did

Sony is working with partners this time to help keep PS4's costs down.

Activision ups marketing over fears of Battlefield 4, Disney Infinity, and Dota 2

The company plans one of the biggest Call of Duty marketing campaigns ever.

Crowdfunding for Eternal Darkness successor off to sluggish start

Based on its first 48 hours, Shadow of the Eternals will have a hard time reaching its goal.

Sony teases something new for Gran Turismo; reveal coming May 15

Sony is throwing a celebration for the 15-year anniversary of the Gran Turismo franchise.

Dota 2 replaces World of Warcraft as Raptr’s third most-played game

The gaming social-network Raptr reveals the data for the 20 most-played games in April.

EA: DICE, BioWare, and more presenting next-gen games at E3

The publisher promises next-gen versions of Battlefield, FIFA, Madden, NBA Live, and Need for Speed.

Earnings season: What to expect from EA, Activision, and Take-Two

We take a look at some of the big moves from the publishers that might have an impact on their bottom line.

Developer Warren Spector slams Wolfenstein: The New Order

The Dues Ex creator thinks Wolfenstein: The New Order is a male power fantasy with a generic design.

Robo-Nazis attack in new Wolfenstein game for current and next-gen consoles

Former Starbreeze developers at Machine Games are developing a fresh take on the classic first-person-shooter series.