The Macao government will work out a legal outline on the future development of gaming industry in the middle of next year which is believed to include a scheme to open up the gaming business. [more information]
Midway Games Inc., recently announced an aggressive new price for its touchscreen game, Touchmaster Infinity. Effective from the beginning of this month, the manufacturer's suggested retail price will be significantly reduced from its current level. [more information]
As the battle continues to the highly lucrative European distribution of the XBox, playing video games will be seen with a new meaning. [more information]
Namco's financial results for the mid-term ending September 30, 2000 showed a loss of JPY3,500 million, with much lower expected Crisis Zone sales in USA due to a backlash against violent games and no "hit" game for this year in Japan. [more information]
Acclaim entertainment the US software company that introduced Batman Forever, NBA Extreme and Judge Dredd into coin op are having a very tough time, share have sunk to 50 cents from a high this year of US 6 with their recent US130 million loss for the year. [more information]
Sega.com announced this week the acquisition of the FamilyWonder Inc, a family entertainment media company, and the appointment of Jonathan Kaplan to president and CEO of Sega.com. [more information]
Today sees the release of the $36m "Dungeons and Dragons" in USA cinemas as Hollywood begins to cash in on the popularity of video games. [more information]
With shooting and fighting games increasingly coming into the spotlight by legislators, Bar Code in New York is proving non-violent machines can be a worthwhile investment. [more information]
With the impending release of Microsoft's Xbox console, Sega has made plans to re-evaluate it's business plans with Bartle Bogle Hegarty. [more information]
Motorola, Inc. and Sega Corporation have signed an initial agreement that calls for Sega to develop games for select Motorola next-generation multiple communication phones. [more information]
Australian software designers and manufacturer Interactive Imagery, are looking for international distributors for their latest release game, Ozi Rules 2010. [more information]
Universal Studios is offering its hotel guests immediate access to almost every ride and attraction in Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure. [more information]
The 82nd IAAPA came at a point in the amusement sector when operators are looking for a new thrill to invigorate their tired audiences. For the second and last time (Orlando will now be hosting the next four years of the lucrative IAAPA event), the vast two halls and Georgia's impressive sports dome, played host to what the world of themed amusement industry had to offer. [more information]
Scene to Believe and Kodak are working together after obtaining the rights to Green Screen photography for the Buran Space Shuttle exhibition in Sydney, Australia. [more information]
Merit has announced the release of its newest software package, the Platinum Edition, for December 2000. This latest upgrade will be available for operators using the System Megatouch XL units, and is on hand for both the CD-ROM and the Hard Drive versions of the XL units. [more information]
Malaysia: More than 90% of illegal video arcades (many with horse-racing gaming machines) have been closed down following the Cabinet's ruling to close them by next month. [more information]
Coin Cascade Limited of Christchurch, New Zealand has been appointed the exclusive New Zealand distributor of Incredible Technologies (IT) products, including Golden Tee Fore!. [more information]
The recent Australian Developers Conference showcased leading developers in game design and hardware with much emphasis on Playstation II and XBox technology. [more information]
Contrary to a lot of recent speculation that Sega will now be widening its net to encompass other platforms and so make huge extra revenues, it has emerged that on clarification the 'other platforms" that Sega will supply from their next financial year are PCs, Wireless phones PDA Devices and Set-top boxes, not their competition. [more information]
The confusion surrounding the new Italian gaming laws is deepening as a leaked paper shows that the government does not want many features found on gaming machines. [more information]
Viacom chairman Sumner Redstone is showing interest in securing control over Midway (which is also being looked at closely by Sega and Microsoft). [more information]
* Sega Games For Rival Systems
* Sega Private Show: "Air Trix", "Ferrari 355 2"
* Virtua Striker 3 Due Next Spring
* Sega To Make Loss For Year
* Sega To Close Arcade Production Plant [more information]
Great discounts are on offer for people who book their accommodation before 11th December, with free show tickets for people who book before 12th Jan, 2001. [more information]
Since the British AWP manufacturer Barcrest was bought by IGT the world leader in gaming, the company has gone from strength to strength. [more information]
As pressure increases for the online gaming industry in Australia, the InGaming 2000 Forum to be held in Sydney may help shed some light on what is to be expected in the future. [more information]
Interactive Imagery's Ozi Rules 2010 is now available. Based on Australian Rules, the game has many features including ticket redemption. [more information]
CanTeen, The Australian Organisation for Young People Living with Cancer, is looking for support from Australian Amusement Machine Operators through sponsorship.
The AMOAQ together with Canteen (QLD) have developed a special sponsorship program for members of the Amusement Machine Industry. [more information]
Illinois Pinball Company recently purchased the Williams Pinball Parts Division and now provides parts for Williams, Capcom and Alvin G pinballs. [more information]
The need to achieve the maximum potential from the gaming public who visit amusement venues has now instigated a clamber in technology to personalize the player's experience, creating video game superstars. [more information]
Starting soon, operators of Sharkey's Shootout Tournament Edition will be able to complete nationally through arcades and bars across the country. [more information]
Incredible Technologies announced today an agreement that will showcase Anheuser-Busch, Inc., products in Golden Tee Golf tournament games. [more information]
Coin-Op Operators were given a reprieve from implementing new segregation laws for violent video games until a final verdict is reached. [more information]
Incredible Technologies (IT), has been named the 17th fastest growing technology company in Greater Chicagoland in Deloitte & Touche's prestigious "Fast 50" program. [more information]
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