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Video game characters attack Earth in 'Pixels'

Aliens send Pac-Man, Donkey Kong and other video game characters to attack Earth in ‘Pixels’ – a new sci-fi, comedy action movie hitting cinemas

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USA

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USA

Remembering Ralph Baer: 'The Father of the Home Video Game'

Ralph Baer's achievements opened the door to today's multi-million euro global games industry.

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USA

Ralph Baer, inventor of first video games console, dies aged 97

Ralph Baer, the man credited with inventing the first home videos console has died aged 97 at his home in New Hampshire, USA.

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The lessons we can learn from making mistakes

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China

China lifts 14-year ban on video game consoles

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USA

'Game Of Thrones' video game to be released in 2014

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Japan

Happy birthday Mario!

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