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Microsoft Kindasmashes Natal Launch Rumour

Microsoft’s UK boss dismissed a report last week that Natal will be ready to go in November 2010, saying claims of pricing and available shipments were based on inaccurate rumours.


July 13, 2009
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Xbox UK Boss: The 360 Is Not A Child’s Toy

In an interview, Neil Thompson, Microsoft’s regional Xbox director for the United Kingdom, says console makers have a responsibility to educate the public on the meanings of game ratings and the ability to restrict them.


October 28, 2008
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Microsoft Say Educational Games Will Be The Death Of Us All

Speaking at the Games 3.0 event in London earlier in the week, Microsoft’s Neil Thompson went on a little rant against education in games. Said it’s just not for him, not for his company, and really, shouldn’t be for this industry.