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Online Games Eligibility ... In addition, if you live in any other state or area where Rivals Online Games are unlawful, you agree that you may play, but you may not be eligible to win prizes ... Rivals' Online Games are not to be used in connection with any form of gambling or the promotion of gambling. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
Online Games Eligibility ... In addition, if you live in any other state or area where Rivals Online Games are unlawful, you agree that you may play, but you may not be eligible to win prizes ... Rivals' Online Games are not to be used in connection with any form of gambling or the promotion of gambling. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
Online Games Eligibility ... In addition, if you live in any other state or area where Rivals Online Games are unlawful, you agree that you may play, but you may not be eligible to win prizes ... Rivals' Online Games are not to be used in connection with any form of gambling or the promotion of gambling. (South Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
Online Games Eligibility ... In addition, if you live in any other state or area where Rivals Online Games are unlawful, you agree that you may play, but you may not be eligible to win prizes ... Rivals' Online Games are not to be used in connection with any form of gambling or the promotion of gambling. (Georgetown Sports -- Rivals.com)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
Online Games Eligibility ... In addition, if you live in any other state or area where Rivals Online Games are unlawful, you agree that you may play, but you may not be eligible to win prizes ... Rivals' Online Games are not to be used in connection with any form of gambling or the promotion of gambling. (Colorado Sports -- Rivals.com)
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Online Games Eligibility ... In addition, if you live in any other state or area where Rivals Online Games are unlawful, you agree that you may play, but you may not be eligible to win prizes ... Rivals' Online Games are not to be used in connection with any form of gambling or the promotion of gambling. (Tulane Sports -- Rivals.com)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
Online Games Eligibility ... In addition, if you live in any other state or area where Rivals Online Games are unlawful, you agree that you may play, but you may not be eligible to win prizes ... Rivals' Online Games are not to be used in connection with any form of gambling or the promotion of gambling. (BYU Sports -- Rivals.com)
Perfect World Announces Appointment to the Board of Directors Oct 31, 2009
Perfect World primarily develops online games based on proprietary game engines and game development platforms ... The Company's current portfolio of self-developed online games includes massively multiplayer online role playing games ("MMORPGs"): "Perfect World," "Legend of Martial Arts," "Perfect World II," "Zhu Xian," "Chi Bi," "Pocketpet Journey West," "Battle of the Immortals" and "Fantasy Zhu Xian;" and an online casual game: "Hot Dance Party." While a substantial portion of the revenues... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Online networking Boon or bane? Oct 30, 2009
Surveys have indicated that an average employee spends at least an hour or two daily, on the internet at work for personal reasons - the usage varying from playing online games to instant messaging and the like. Smart Living. (India Times)
Survey: Parents say online safety is top concern, but not taking action Oct 30, 2009
Talk to them about the sites they frequent, who they're chatting with online, what they like to view, social networking sites they use, and what online games they play. "You wouldn't let them leave the house without knowing where they're going and with whom, so you shouldn't let them access the Internet without knowing what they are doing," says Correll. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
ChangYou.com Opens U.S. Subsidiary and Launches Its First Online Game in U.S. Oct 29, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- (NASDAQ: - ), Chinas leading online game developer and operator opened its U.S. subsidiary in Silicon Valley and aims to introduce its hugely successful online games in Asia to American gamers ... which operates the most popular online games in China, went public in America in April and raised $120 million ... currently runs three online games and has at least three titles planned for future release. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Getting the best of both worlds Oct 28, 2009
If thats not enough, Satio also allows users to access online games from the PlayNow portal. It also features DRM-free music tracks which can be used as your personal ringtone. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Man sues Playstation for "pain and suffering" Oct 27, 2009
Estavillo, representing himself pro se, claimed Sony violated his First Amendment rights, failed to keep underage players from participating in online games with a relaxed age verification system, and failed to reimburse him online game credits he had purchased. Sony, on the other hand, claimed Estavillo's First Amendment rights did not apply to their commercial online network, and Judge Whyte agreed. (FOX61, CT)
inXile's Sparkworkz(TM) Announces Line Rider(TM) Beta 3! Oct 27, 2009
In 2008, inXile announced their Sparkworkz division which runs a growing network of online games and user-generated content. Their products include Line Rider(TM), Super Stacker 2(TM), Shape Shape(TM), and Fantastic Contraption(TM). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sohu.com Reports Third Quarter 2009 Unaudited Financial Results Oct 26, 2009
com Inc. (Nasdaq: - ), China's leading online media, communications, search, online games and mobile value-added services company, today reported unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009 ... Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the current global financial and credit markets crisis and its potential impact on the Chinese economy, the slower growth the Chinese economy experienced during the latter half of 2008, and first three... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Changyou Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results Oct 26, 2009
Changyou was carved out as a separate, stand-alone company in December 2007 and is now a leading developer and operator of online games in China and completed an initial public offering on April 7, 2009. Changyou currently operates three online games, including the in-house developed Tian Long Ba Bu, one of the most popular online games in China, and the licensed Blade Online and Blade Hero 2 ... Changyou has a diversified pipeline of games with various graphic styles and themes, including the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tips to ensure your tot's 'TV diet' is healthy and fun Oct 25, 2009
To learn more about the show, visit , where you will also find online games, activities and resources to help build off the shows' themes. Buddy and his friends encourage kids to be inquisitive by comparing and contrasting dinosaurs, making a hypothesis and searching for the possible answers to questions like "Why do some dinosaurs walk on two legs while others walk on four?," "Why do some dinosaurs have horns?" and "Why can some dinosaurs fly?". (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Giant Interactive Partners with Astrum Nival to License ZT Online in Russia Oct 24, 2009
Astrum Nival is the leading developer and operator of free to play client-based online games in the Russian Federation and the CIS. Astrum Nival develops rich online worlds full of epic adventures, challenges and fun for international audiences ... Giant has eight additional online games that it intends to launch, including ZT Online Green Edition, King of Kings III, ZT Online II, Dragon Soul, The Golden Land, My Sweetie, XT Online, and Empire of Sports ... Among the factors that could cause our... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
MySpace halts the face-off Oct 24, 2009
He is building the MySpace user experience around the "socialisation'' of entertainment, partly by leveraging exclusive licensing deals with the world's biggest music labels. Videos and online games are also a focus. MySpace Music Videos will be a clearing house for videos from record labels, with artist catalogues, user recommendations on what to watch, a browsing tool and a video player with "Buy" buttons. Videos from the MySpace catalogue will be played on other social networks including... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Game on! Harris Interactive Dishes the Data on Trends in Gaming Oct 24, 2009
"Which of the following types of video games, if any, do you typically play? Base: U.S. Respondents Total % Sports 22 Strategy and simulation games 22 First person shooter 17 Music 17 Massively multiplayer online games 8 Other type(s) of video games 26 I do not ever play video games 45 TABLE 2 TOP DEVICES USED FOR PLAYING VIDEO GAMES "Which of the following devices, if any, do you personally own and use to play video games. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How to Fix Wireless Lag in Vista an... Oct 24, 2009
Stop Lag From Interrupting Online Games and Pausing Videos ... Unfortunately, these scans cause streaming data including online games, Youtube videos, and internet radio stations to be interrupted as frequently as every 45 seconds. (Suite101.com)
Sales of virtual goods boom in US Oct 23, 2009
The cash will be spent on add-ons for online games, digital gifts and other items that exist only as data ... Many players of massively multiplayer online games such as World of Warcraft, spend real money on virtual currency to ensure their in-game avatars have the best gear. (BBC News -- Technology)
MySpace ends its fight against Facebook Oct 23, 2009
Videos and online games are also a focus. MySpace Music Videos will be a clearinghouse for videos from all the major record labels, the Los Angeles company said yesterday. (Boston Globe)
Star Trek Online Closed Beta Test Begins October 22 Oct 23, 2009
Based in Los Gatos, CA, Cryptic Studios is a leading developer of massively multiplayer online games committed to delivering the next level of MMO gameplay. Cryptic develops AAA titles for PC and consoles, including Star Trek Online and Champions Online. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Virtual money of the future Oct 22, 2009
Massively multiplayer online games have long featured complex virtual economies where players can buy items and skills for their avatars. In Second Life, US dollars can be converted into Linden dollars and vice versa through channels in the virtual environment. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Roboni-i Launches at Retail, Marking the Rise of Robotic Gaming Oct 21, 2009
By plugging Roboni-i into the PC, players will enter a virtual world where they can earn a virtual currency, participate in virtual missions, play online games and interact with friends who are online at the same time. Its Advanced PC-based Command Center Software will allow users to program every facet of the robot's behavior, download games and upload performance data. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bakugan Battle Brawlers Out Oct 21, 2009
In recent years, NowPro has started creating original, independent titles and is also involved with developing mobile software and online games. About Activision Publishing Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. (IGN PS2)
"Torchlight" Preorders Now Available from Perfect World Entertainment Oct 21, 2009
Perfect World Entertainment, a subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: - ), publishes free-to-play, online games and provides online services in North America. The Company primarily publishes three-dimensional, or 3D, online games based on the Perfect World proprietary Angelica 3D game engine and game development platform. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
For Social Networks, It's Game On Oct 19, 2009
"You can have plenty of fun and not spend a nickel," says Rob Solomon, a partner at Technology Crossover Ventures, which has invested in Super Rewards, a monetization service for online games and social networks. To get deeper in games, though, you have to buy virtual goods or invite friends to play via online invitations, creating a potential domino effect on spending, he says. (W-USA News, DC)
Clash of the clouds Oct 19, 2009
Web-based e-mail, social networking and online games are all examples of what are increasingly called cloud services, and are accessible through browsers, smart-phones or other client devices. Because so many services can be downloaded or are available online, Windows 7 is Microsoft s first operating system to come with fewer features. (The Economist)
Survey: Parents say online safety is top concern, but not taking action Oct 19, 2009
Talk to them about the sites they frequent, who they're chatting with online, what they like to view, social networking sites they use, and what online games they play. "You wouldn't let them leave the house without knowing where they're going and with whom, so you shouldn't let them access the Internet without knowing what they are doing," says Correll. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Liberty Media's plan for DirecTV Oct 18, 2009
The new Liberty Entertainment Inc. will hold , half the ownership of Game Show Network LLC, and complete ownership of online games company Fun Technologies and the Liberty Sports Holdings LLC regional cable sports channels. In 2008, Liberty Media finalized a trade of its shares in Rupert Murdoch s. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Spogg means games Oct 17, 2009
Since being founded one year ago, Planet Spogg has created a number of unique multiplayer online games ... With the new Mac games the most popular online games have been refined and the graphics have been improved. (IGN Mac)
Challenge Games'® GridIron LiveTM Kicks off Next Generation Games with a Fast-Paced, Social Football Experience On Facebook® Platform Oct 16, 2009
Source: Challenge Online Games, Inc. ... About Challenge Online Games, Inc. ... Challenge Online Games, Inc. creates online social games that are fun and easy to play whether you're a serious or casual gamer. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Teach Kids about Camouflage at Hall... Oct 15, 2009
web page offers several fun camouflage pictures and online games. Teach Children About Camouflage for Halloween. (Suite101.com)
* Premier says no to ban on using Facebook at work Oct 15, 2009
Hau said the city government respected civil servants rights to use the Web site after work, but it did not want the Web site, or other online games and social networking sites, to affect their performance. In related news, a Facebook user, accompanied by Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Taipei City councilors, yesterday accused the Web site and Gamania, a major Taiwanese online game company, of cheating users into purchasing additional services and called on the government to help deal with... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
NBA 2K10 Review Oct 13, 2009
Lasting AppealLimited features that don't really improve gameplay, and the lag within online games don't really make you want to play this game over and over again. 6. (IGN PS2)
China bans foreign investment in online games Oct 13, 2009
SHANGHAI - China has banned foreign investment into its lucrative online games industry in an effort to tighten control over its virtual worlds. China's video game industry regulator the General Administration of Press and Publication (GAPP) and copyright watchdog issued a circular on Saturday prohibiting foreign investment in domestic online gaming operations through joint ventures, wholly owned enterprises and cooperatives. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Cartoon Network Launches Star Wars: The Clone WarsTM Game Creator Online Oct 13, 2009
The official site has been dynamically redesigned to better promote network shows and optimize advertising, in addition to showcasing the more than 200 free-to-play online games, video, and interactive content ... com averages more than 5 million unique users each month in the United States and features a roster of more than 200 free-to-play online games, which generated just under 2 billion game plays in 2008 and more than 6 million custom games created by fans to date. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
8 ways the American information worker remains a Luddite Oct 13, 2009
Less than 30% said they shopped online at work, less than 20% played online games, visited Facebook or MySpace, or traded personal IMs, while less than 10% read blogs for personal reasons. Search is hard and underused. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
China bans foreign investment in online games industry Oct 13, 2009
China has banned foreign investment into its lucrative online games industry in an effort to tighten control over its virtual worlds. China's video game industry regulator the General Administration of Press and Publication (GAPP) and copyright watchdog issued a circular on Saturday prohibiting foreign investment in domestic online gaming operations through joint ventures, wholly owned enterprises and cooperatives. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
A Spinoff Tests Investor Appetite For Chinese Real Estate Market Oct 13, 2009
com, a leading Web portal in China, announced plans last year to spin off its fast-growing online games business, investors balked. In spite of record sales and strong profit growth, Sohu's (SOHU) shares fell for most of the second half of the year as Wall Street questioned the strategy. (Investors Business Daily)
Tips to ensure your tot's 'TV diet' is healthy and fun Oct 12, 2009
To learn more about the show, visit , where you will also find online games, activities and resources to help build off the shows' themes. Buddy and his friends encourage kids to be inquisitive by comparing and contrasting dinosaurs, making a hypothesis and searching for the possible answers to questions like "Why do some dinosaurs walk on two legs while others walk on four?," "Why do some dinosaurs have horns?" and "Why can some dinosaurs fly?". (Lake City Reporter, FL)
US giant puts up $5m to trap hackers Oct 11, 2009
creative developer with a strong online games back. 40-50k + Benefits. (Yahoo News -- Computer Viruses & Worms)
Media conglomerates: The triumph of the monthly bill Oct 10, 2009
Viacom s chief executive, Philippe Dauman, said last month that the company was exploring ways of getting people to subscribe to its popular online games based on characters such as Dora the Explorer. The firm s controlling shareholder, Sumner Redstone, once observed that content is king. (The Economist)
Infotainment Oct 10, 2009
China has launched a campaign to crack down on online games operating illegally and featuring content deemed to be unhealthy, state media reported, in the nations latest Internet clean-up effort. The crackdown has so far led to the shutdown of 45 online games, which authorities said encouraged players. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Survey: Parents say online safety is top concern, but not taking action Oct 10, 2009
Talk to them about the sites they frequent, who they're chatting with online, what they like to view, social networking sites they use, and what online games they play. "You wouldn't let them leave the house without knowing where they're going and with whom, so you shouldn't let them access the Internet without knowing what they are doing," says Correll. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
SID THE SCIENCE KID Explores Germs, Viruses and Vaccines Just in Time for Flu Season in a Special Episode 'Getting a Shot: You Can Do It!' Oct 10, 2009
The special episode is supported by online games, activities and resources for kids, parents and educators. At PBSKIDS.org/sid, kids can learn about germs, illness and getting shots through age-appropriate activities and videos. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Adobe To Offer Flash To IPhone Developers Oct 9, 2009
Adobe said its new support for iPhone applications will not let iPhone users browse Web content built with Flash technology, such as video sites like Hulu and many online games. That's because Apple does not allow Flash to run on the iPhone. (Click2Houston, TX)
Win a copy of FIFA 10! Oct 9, 2009
Responding to consumer feedback from more than 275 million online games played, 'FIFA 10' refines an already potent game engine, focusing on what matter most to fans. On the pitch, critical gameplay fundamentals have been enhanced to ensure that FIFA 10 mirrors real-world football, providing more sophisticated ball control, and physical interaction. (iAfrica.com)
FIFA, Electronic Arts and PlayStation Announce 2010 Season of FIFA Interactive World Cup Oct 7, 2009
Based on consumer feedback from more than 400 million online games played, FIFA 10 refines an already potent game engine, combined with authentic club and league licenses, to continue to set the benchmark as the most complete simulation of football. Details about the live qualifier events will be made available over the coming weeks at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shanda Gamesshows its wrinkles Oct 7, 2009
As a rule of thumb, most online games have a life cycle of four to six years, said Tan ... The attraction to investors in the China-based online games sector, in which Shanda Interactive has been a pioneer, is almost self-evident ... 69 billion from practically nothing in 2001, according to researcher IDC. At the end of 2008, six of the 10 largest Internet companies in China operated online games as an important part of their business. (Asia Times Online)
Nexon America Unveils BlockParty, an Online Games and Social Networking Service Designed for Gamers Oct 6, 2009
Nexon America Inc. is the North American publishing arm of Nexon Group, a pioneer of interactive entertainment software and the world's leader in massively multiplayer online games. Based in Los Angeles, Nexon America was founded in 2005 to bring the best of online entertainment to the North American audience. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
FCC chairman proposes 'open Internet' rules (4) Oct 6, 2009
Cox Communications, another cable company, has been testing a system that slows traffic that it deems less time-sensitive, like file downloads and software updates, to keep Web pages, streaming video and online games working faster. In his speech Monday in Washington, which was broadcast on the Internet, the FCC chairman also proposed to make it a formal rule that Internet service providers have to tell customers about how they manage traffic to handle congestion. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
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Prizes will include 100,000 in MetaTIX, a universal virtual currency for online games, and over 2,000,000 in-game gold, which can be spent on game upgrades such as flamethrowers, insect breeds and more. MetaTIX can be spent in Battleswarm: Field of Honor when the game goes public in late October, while game gold may be spent immediately. (IGN PC Games)
Successful Online Kart Racing Now Available for iPhone and iPod Touch Oct 3, 2009
Eurocenter is a french developer which has been founded 1989 with the goal to provide high quality online games. Previous titles on iPhone and iPod touch include Adrenaline Golf Online, the first 3D game to use the new iPhone 3GS graphic powers, and DinoSmash Online, a 16 player online shooter game. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Sea turtles' powering Web use in China Oct 2, 2009
Once connected, 84 percent listen to music, 75 percent instant-message, 63 percent play online games, and only 57 percent e-mail. In short, for the vast majority of Chinese, Internet means play, not work. (CNN -- Tech)
Giant Interactive Announces Preliminary Third Quarter 2009 Revenue Oct 1, 2009
Giant has eight additional online games that it intends to launch, including ZT Online Green Edition, King of Kings III, ZT Online II, Dragon Soul, The Golden Land, My Sweetie, XT Online, and Empire of Sports ... Among the factors that could cause our actual results to differ from what we currently anticipate may include uncertainties with respect to the PRC legal and regulatory environments and volatility in the markets we operate in, failure by ZT Online gamers to resume in-game spending or... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
* Serious video games could help boost the UK economy Sep 26, 2009
In, say, World of Warcraft you have to do calculations for crucial strikes and damage limitation, while academic dissertations are already being written on how skills acquired in multiplayer online games are exactly those needed in industry as the digital revolution proceeds. Clearly, anything that could engage kids in maths during their early teens could eventually have an effect on the whole economy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Shanda Interactive Announces Shanda Games' Pricing of Initial Public Offering on NASDAQ Global Select Market Sep 26, 2009
Shanda offers a portfolio of diversified entertainment content including some of the most popular massively multi-player online role-playing games (MMORPGs) and advanced casual online games in China, as well as online chess and board games, an e-sports game platform and a variety of cartoons, literary works and music. About Shanda Games. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shanda Games a winner, year's biggest U.S. IPO Sep 26, 2009
Shanda Games was spun off from Nasdaq-listed Shanda Interactive Entertainment, which claimed to be China's largest operator of online games with nearly 10 million active accounts. The company hosts so-called MMORPGs, or massively multi-player online role-playing games, under which users pay monthly subscriber fees as well as purchase items within the game. (Xinhuanet, China)
Perfect World Announces Recent Business Developments Sep 26, 2009
In addition to its famous licensed online games, Lineage I and Maple Story, Gamania recently has been striving to develop its in-house titles and other diversified business such as animation ... Game Flier is engaged in distributing and operating online games ... Game Flier is distributing and operating more than 20 online games, including "Ragnarok Online," "Sango Online," "Sky Dragon Online," "Zhu Xian Online," "Chinese Paladin Online" and "Sankokushi Online." Since 2007, Game Flier has been... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shanda Games Spinoff Raises $1.04 Billion in U.S. Initial Public Offering Sep 25, 2009
04 billion initial public offering at the top end of a range as rising sales at Chinas biggest online games provider helps attract investors ... The shares have advanced 75 percent this year, compared with the 108 percent gain at NetEase, Chinas second-biggest online games company. (Bloomberg -- US)
Shanda Games Limited Chief Executive Officer to Ring the NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell Sep 25, 2009
Shanda Games manages and operates online games that are developed in-house, co-developed with world-leading game developers, acquired through investments or licensed from third parties. About NASDAQ OMX. (Primezone Releases)
Gala Networks Europe Announces Partnership with Snail Games to Bring "Castle of Heroes" and a Project Codenamed "Project 9" to Europe Sep 24, 2009
As the European division of the Tokyo-based Gala Group, Gala Networks Europe has established a leading online games portal in Europe with a portfolio of popular MMORPG including Flyff, Rappelz, Street Gears, Dragonica, Allods Online ... Snail Game is a leading developer of 3D online games, and is well known as a developer of free MMORPGs including Bounty Bay Online, 5 Street and Age of Armor ... Gala Networks Europe Ltd. is a leading European free-to-play online games publisher. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
