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GameHouse, the gaming division of RealNetworks,  has announced that the company is expanding its social game studio to a new office at 712 Yates in Victoria, where it aims to double its staff to at least 45 people by the end of 2012. GameHouse Canada takes an indie approach to game production, encouraging designers to express their creative freedom during game development. The new downtown studio opens on January 16th and will offer its staff several perks including an open and collaborative working environment, a plush gaming and entertainment lounge, creative Fridays, and more. Read the rest of this entry »

Human resources solutions provider Ceridian Canada Ltd. has launched its Powerpay Mobile payroll application for the Android platform. Powerpay Mobile replicates Powerpay Web’s essential functionality, eliminating the need for a computer, and enabling customers to enter data, preview and process regular and extra payroll runs – all via smartphone. The app is completely secure, requiring three levels of sign-in, and includes support from Ceridian’s Small Business Service Delivery team as well as a Total Satisfaction Guarantee. Read the rest of this entry »

ATLUS (Index Digital Media, Inc.), in collaboration with HBO® and Cyanide Studios, have released a new video trailer and launched the official North American website for the upcoming RPG Game of Thrones, based on the internationally bestselling book series A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin and critically acclaimed HBO television series, Game of Thrones®.  Launching worldwide in early 2012, the game will be available for Xbox 360®, PlayStation®3, and PC. Read the rest of this entry »

Vancouver-based game studio Grey Alien Games has released a “Lite” version of its popular casual game, Holiday Bonus for iPhone/iPad, Android, and Windows Phone 7 in standard and HD versions. There is also an online version for you to try over on Kongegrate. Read the rest of this entry »

As 2011 draws to a close, EA would like to celebrate one of the biggest years in gaming history with an unprecedented offer. Buy any 2 or more selected titles on Origin and we’ll give you a staggering 50% off! Hurry though, this offer ends January 8th 2012. Selected titles include Battlefield 3, FIFA 12, Need For Speed: The Run, Sims 3, Sims 3 Pets, Sims 3 Generations, Sims 3 Ambitions, Mass Effect 2 Digital Deluxe, Crysis 2, Dragon Age 2, Alice: Madness Returns. Read the rest of this entry »

Hollywood Suite, four new HD movie channels for the True Movie Lover, is pleased to announce its launch on Bell TV, with a limited time free preview for Bell Satellite and Bell Fibe customers. This launch on Bell TV marks the first national TV distributor to offer Hollywood Suite’s 4 HD channels, subscription video on demand service via set-top-box and soon via broadband through Bell TV Online (BTVOL). Read the rest of this entry »

In a new game based on Stinger Table Hockey, which was the No. 1 selling Paid App in Canada, the Team Canada Table Hockey app by Stinger Games makes improvements in every area of the game, giving players a new interactive experience. Officially licensed by Hockey Canada, this game’s improved physics, control and AI takes mobile table hockey to the next level. Read the rest of this entry »

Kobo has  announced several last minute gift ideas just before the start of holiday weekend.  Easily give the gift of a great book from Kobo — all from the convenience of your home – and judging from traffic in Langley today, shopping from home is a novel idea. It was next to impossible to get around town just to do errands, let alone shopping. Read the rest of this entry »

Portlogic Systems Inc., a mobile and Internet software developer and kiosk solutions provider for electronic payments, marketing delivery and community communication systems,today announced Mr. Bruce Maschmeyer has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Read the rest of this entry »

In light of its outstanding results and strong growth in recent years, Videotron has announced that it is creating a new Office of the President for Consumer Services, to be headed by Manon Brouillette, until now Executive Vice President, Strategy & Marketing. Read the rest of this entry »