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	[afjv] - Microsoft Game Studios rachète Lionhead Studios
		We are joining some of the most incredible game creators in the industry, the combined talent of which will truly take next-generation gaming to a new level.
		The studio’s first game, “Black and White” for PC, was released in 2001, and worldwide sales of it have topped 2 million copies.
		Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the Xbox and Xbox 360 video game systems, the Windows operating system and online platforms.
	www.afjv.com /press0604/060408_microsoft_rachete_lionhead_studios.htm (583 words)

	News :: Hironobu Sakaguchi Joins Microsoft Game Studios
		Sakaguchi is better known as the Father of Final Fantasy and he is joining up with Microsoft Game Studios to develop games for the next Xbox system.
		Microsoft Corp. today announced that Hironobu Sakaguchi, video game legend and president of Mistwalker game studio, has joined with Microsoft(r) Game Studios to develop role-playing game (RPG) video games exclusively for the next-generation Xbox(r) video game platform.
		Citing a shared vision with Microsoft for the next generation of video games, Sakaguchi will lead the creation of two upcoming Xbox-exclusive RPG titles to be published by Microsoft Game Studios.
	www.snackbar-games.com /n1242.html (196 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios - The Next Level Forum
		This game also was quite varied; it had side-scrolling shooter levels and on foot battles near the Kremlin.
		The first game developed under the Rare name was Slalom in 1986, a skiing game for the NES published by Nintendo.
		This game was originally intended to be a typical cartoony game aimed at kids like the GBC Conker's Pocket Tales before it but they decided mid way through development to make it a humourous game for adults.
	www.the-nextlevel.com /board/showthread.php?t=22211 (3467 words)

	History for Microsoft Game Studios
		Microsoft was founded by William H. Gates III and Paul G. Allen in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
		Microsoft Windows was shown to the world for the first time.
		Under his lead, the X-box was launched and top games such as Halo and the Age of Empires series were released.
	www.mobygames.com /company/microsoft-game-studios/history (345 words)

	Gamerdad - Microsoft Game Studios acquires Lionhead Studios
		Microsoft Game Studios (MGS) announced it has purchased U.K.-based Lionhead Studios, one of the world's leading and most innovative video game developers and creators of "Fable®;," the hit Xbox®; and Windows®; franchise.
		The companies previously worked together on the popular role-playing games "Fable" for Xbox and "Fable: The Lost Chapters" for Xbox and Windows, which have collectively surpassed the 2 million global unit sales milestone, making "Fable" the best-selling role-playing franchise on the Xbox platform.
		With today's announcement, Lionhead Studios becomes the latest member of MGS, joining such prestigious and globally recognized game creators as Bungie Studios, Ensemble Studios, FASA Studio and Rare Ltd. on a team whose charter is to create exclusive entertainment experiences that differentiate Xbox 360 and Windows from other gaming platforms.
	www.gamerdad.com /print.cfm?itemID=3163 (386 words)

	Neowin.net - Where unprofessional journalism looks better
		For posterity he noted his initial announcement back in 2005, after Bill Gates delivered a keynote speech in which he announced IE7, at that time there was speculation and drama developing as to the future of IE at all on XP which seemed uncertain at the time.
		Microsoft is not aware of any attacks attempting to use the reported vulnerability or of customer impact at this time.
		From The Seattle Times: Microsoft could be ready to release Windows Vista to manufacturing as early as next week, a milestone that would signify the end of a protracted development process.
	www.neowin.net /index.php?act=view&id=32728 (3317 words)

	Unreal Engine 3 to power Microsoft's next-gen games - PC News at GameSpot
		The announcement follows the news earlier this year that Epic, the studio behind the Unreal franchise and the award-winning game engine, was a licensed partner in providing tools and middleware for Microsoft.
		Microsoft isn't the first company to announce that the engine will power their games.
		Last month, Midway Games revealed that it is already using the game engine in the development of next-generation titles.
	www.gamespot.com /pc/action/ut2004/news_6120091.html (655 words)

	GameDaily BIZ: Microsoft Captures Lionhead
		Microsoft Game Studios (MGS) today announced that it has indeed purchased Peter Molyneux's Lionhead Studios.
		Working with Microsoft on Fable and Fable: The Lost Chapters gave Lionhead the opportunity to strengthen its relationship with the Redmond giant.
		Not least is the fact the Peter Molyneux is probably one of the most accomplished game developers in the world," he told BBC News.
	biz.gamedaily.com /industry/feature/?id=12343 (611 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios to Bring Gaming Titles to Gizmondo - IC-Games
		The Gizmondo device was launched in the UK on 29th October and recently won the Design Solution of the Year Award at The Electronics Industry Design Awards in England.
		The Gizmondo is powered by Microsoft Windows CE advanced real-time operating system, boasting a 2.8-inch TFT colour screen with a Samsung ARM9 400Mhz processor and incorporates the GoForce 3D 4500 NVIDIA graphics accelerator.
		The Gizmondo device and its games were launched in the UK in late October.
	www.ic-games.co.uk /forums/showthread.php?t=1188 (507 words)

	Xbox 360 & Xbox Games, Cheats, and Reviews at TeamXbox
		The game was mixed in the same way the biggest Hollywood blockbuster movies are mixed -- on-site at Skywalker Ranch -- and promises to deliver a fully immersive audio experience throughout all of Tony Montana’s new exploits.
		Germany's video game ratings board, the Unterhaltungssoftware Selbstkontrolle, has refused to give Gears of War a rating and for that reason the game won’t be sold in Germany.
		Microsoft has revealed that Gears of War is already glitch free thanks to talent of Epic Games programmers and as a result the game is about to go to press any day from today.
	www.teamxbox.com (2146 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		MGS publishes games for several Microsoft-owned first-party developers, including Bungie Studios and Rare Ltd..
		MGS also publishes games created by third-party developers, such as Bioware and Bizarre Creations.
		For those games not developed under the Microsoft name, the developer is noted after the game's release date.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Microsoft_Game_Studios (1044 words)

	Gamerscore Blog : Microsoft Game Studios Acquires Lionhead Studios
		There's been lots of speculation lately about the fate of the studio that created Fable (the franchise has sold over 2 million units!).
		I think it's great Microsoft are buying this top developers for the 360 and windows vista platform.
		Things are looking cheerier by the day for Microsoft and their awesome console.
	gamerscoreblog.com /team/archive/2006/04/06/534154.aspx (578 words)

	MobyGames - Microsoft Game Studios
		Microsoft has also become a major contributor to video games software in the PC market since the mid 90's, with publishing rights to MechWarrior, Age of Empires, Dungeon Siege and Flight Simulator.
		Microsoft entered the home video games console market in 2001 with the X-Box.
		Microsoft Games -- Name of game publisher from 1999 - mid 2001.
	www.mobygames.com /company/microsoft-game-studios (164 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios at GameBattles (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Founded in 1975 by Paul Allen and Bill Gates, Microsoft is the biggest software publisher for personal and business computing in the world.
		With the March 2000 announcement of the Xbox, Microsoft is now also set to take on the likes of Sony, Nintendo and Sega in the console hardware and software business.
		Microsoft has offices in more than 50 countries and currently employs a staff of almost 40,000 people.
	www.gamebattles.com /company/microsoft-game-studios.html (130 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios Announces Mythica
		REDMOND, Wash. -- April 25, 2003 -- Microsoft Game Studios today announced the in-house development of “Mythica,” a revolutionary online PC game that uses new Private Realms Technology to merge the depth and sophistication of a single-player game with the social experience of a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG).
		In the quest to become the one true hero in a vast gaming world, players may adventure with a band of fellow immortals into huge, populated public spaces or enter a Private Realm.
		The Private Realms are spread across several traditional planes of existence from Norse mythology, from the grassy fields and eternal spring of Asgard to the fiery heart of Muspellheim.
	www.dreamstation.cc /news/video_games/id1134 (427 words)

	GameSpot:Video Games PC PlayStation 2 Xbox 360 Wii PS3 GameCube PSP DS GBA PS2 PlayStation 3
		Microsoft reveals new details on its upcoming games for the PC and Xbox 360 at its Barcelona press conference.
		War on Terror is a real-time strategy game with a modern setting, 50 unique units, and three distinct campaigns.
		War on Terror War on Terror is a real-time strategy game with a modern setting, 50 unique units, and three distinct campaigns.
	www.gamespot.com (599 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios bags Lionhead - vnunet.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Microsoft Game Studios has announced the purchase of UK-based games developer Lionhead Studios, creators of the hit title Fable, for both Xbox and Windows platforms.
		The companies already have a history after working on the popular role-playing game Fable for the Xbox and Fable: The Lost Chapters for the Xbox and Windows.
		Shane Kim, general manager of Microsoft Game Studios, said: "[Lionhead founder] Peter Molyneux is one of the few true visionaries in our industry, and his joining us is incredibly important to the future of interactive entertainment and Microsoft Game Studios."
	www.vnunet.com /vnunet/news/2153643/microsoft-games-snaps-lionhead (488 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios Chooses Unreal Engine 3 - Xbox
		Epic Games, one of the world’s leading developers of cutting-edge computer and videogames and the pioneer of the award-winning Unreal Engine, today announced that its Unreal Engine 3 technology and tools will be used in games developed by and published by Microsoft Game Studios.
		In using Unreal Engine 3, the Microsoft Game Studios team will be able to truly exploit the unique hardware features of the next generation Xbox platform and harness the enormous power that its team has at its disposal.
		Mark Rein, vice president of Epic Games agrees, “We are hugely excited that Microsoft Game Studios have selected Unreal Engine 3 for its next generation Xbox platform games.
	news.teamxbox.com /xbox/7811/Microsoft-Game-Studios-Chooses-Unreal-Engine-3 (408 words)

	Xbox.com \| Fable® - Game Detail Page
		Fable® is a groundbreaking roleplaying-adventure game from Peter Molyneux, in which your every action determines your skills, appearance, and reputation.
		Engage in intense real-time combat: Collect battle scars as you battle a world of cunning foes and deadly creatures.Master an array of weaponry as you hone the art of blade-craft.Hunt your quarry using subterfuge and stealth.Weave death from the elements, as you harness the dark arts of the arcane.
		Never play the same game twice: Once you finish your adventure, go back and try the experience again, forging your character and thereby a new tale with unexpected twists and turns, new skills, powers, influences, allies and enemies.
	www.xbox.com /en-US/fable/default.htm (409 words)

	Microsoft Games Insider - Home
		The Games User Research Group at Microsoft Game Studios has been pioneering the adaptation of usability and psychological testing to the entertainment software field.
		Their mission is to improve games with consumer feedback using controlled research methods.
		If you are experiencing technical problems with your game (e.g., game crashes, won't install correctly, you're receiving error messages, etc.), there are a number of self help support options available to you.
	www.microsoftgamesinsider.com (689 words)

	Microsoft Game Studios Releases Halo 2 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Legions of dedicated fans are expected to line the streets waiting for the chance to be among the first to own the coveted game.
		Developed exclusively for Xbox');" onMouseOut="hideAd();" class=Hotlink>Xbox by Bungie Studios, part of Microsoft Game Studios, the original "Halo: Combat Evolved" has sold more than 5 million copies worldwide and spawned a legion of devotees who frequently participate in competitions, tournaments and game nights.
		Microsoft Game Studios Releases Halo 2 by DMN Editorial at Nov. 09, 2004 7:25 pm gmt (Rec'd 1)
	phones.consumerelectronicsnet.com /articles/viewarticle.jsp?id=29037 (1035 words)

	Gamasutra - Gizmondo Signs Microsoft Game Studios Deal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The first three games to appear on the format will be Age of Empires, MechAssault and the Rare-developed It’s Mr Pants, with at least two more titles to come from the deal in the coming months.
		However, some analysts had expected Microsoft to more heavily support the Nintendo Game Boy Advance and DS as a means to prevent Sony’s increased domination of the games market with the PlayStation Portable.
		However, if Microsoft decides to put significant resources behind the Gizmondo then, the device’s future could be looking far more healthy than previously assumed, though it's also possible that a Microsoft had a healthy cash incentive to license the games to Gizmondo's burgeoning console.
	www.gamasutra.com /php-bin/news_index.php?story=4523 (488 words)

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