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playstationlifestyle.net - 24 days ago

Activision ‘Drumming’ Up New Hero Game

— playstationlifestyle.net — Guitar Hero is the third highest selling franchise of all time, right behind Mario, and Madden, both... of which have become house hold names. The massive sales and immediate popularity after it’s original release back in 2005 have sparked numerous music-based “Hero” games ... (more) Activision ‘Drumming’ Up New Hero Game

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playstationlifestyle.net - 25 days ago

PS3 Game Sales Insert Foot in Kotick’s Mouth

— playstationlifestyle.net — Over the past year, Bobby Kotick , CEO of Activision Blizzard , has frightened and angered many... gamers, particularly PS3 fans. A few months ago, before the September price cut, he publicly threatened (whether his words had substance is another story) Sony to cut the price of the PS3, or ... (more) PS3 Game Sales Insert Foot in Kotick’s Mouth

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activision.com - 28 days ago

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Adrenaline Vault:  Activision launches parental education program

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Thanks to this initiative, soon I will no longer be able to blame the parents: http://bit.ly/zA3T7 so I'll just have to blame the government 28 days ago

RT @endac1: http://bit.ly/zA3T7 - Activision take leading role in educating parents about videogame ratings in the US - come on UK catch up 28 days ago

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Activision launches parental education program
Adrenaline Vault — ... and applaud their consideration for parents’ concerns,” commented Olson. “As a parent myself, I know there are so many things to worry about and not enough time, especially during the holiday season.” The promotion will produce seven videos based on different aspects of gaming. The first two will focus on using games to teach puzzle solving, and how parents can identify appropriate titles for their children. Source: GamesIndustryBiz ...

Activision to Help Parents Understand Game Ratings
The Escapist : Latest News — Industry publishing giant Activision has announced plans to launch a program aimed at helping parents better understand the ESRB ratings and the games their children are playing. The program, as outlined by the Call of Duty and Guitar Hero publisher, is called "The Ratings Are Not a Game" and will be supported by staff at the Center for Mental Health and Media at Massachusetts General Hospital. The purpose of the initiative, as reported by GI.biz , is "to help parents make informed decisions on the games children play, as well as promote the ESRB." The program will consist ...