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Microsoft has been in talks with Disney about incorporating some kind of subscription-based channel offering programming from ESPN into the Xbox Live service. This is far from a done deal but the partnership could allow Microsoft to broadcast ESPN shows and also include some kind of interactive games. This would… Continue Reading »

At his pre-Super Bowl press conference Friday (January 30, 2009) National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell fielded questions on everything from international expansion to revamping the league’s overtime system. One reporter asked about famous broadcaster John Madden, who is celebrating his 30th anniversary as a commentator. Goodell talked about the… Continue Reading »

According to GameDaily, pro game organizer Major League Gaming (MLG) has just signed a contract with “real” sports network ESPN to provide professional gaming coverage. The pact includes a multi year deal to cover MLG competitions on ESPN’s sites, which will include the games-only ESPNVideogames.com. ESPN will launch its own… Continue Reading »

Microsoft Corp. and ESPN recently reached an agreement that will bring the world of sports to the Xbox 360. Owners of Microsoft’s console will be able to download full length sporting events and television show episodes in both standard and high definition formats through its Xbox LIVE service. This service… Continue Reading »

Disney has announced plans to increase its game development spending to $350 million per year in the next five years, according to Reuters.  Last year, Disney spent $100 million on game development and has spent $130 million this year.  Disney Interactive Studios has already released a number of games on… Continue Reading »