When was Computer and Video Games magazine first published?
Computer and Video Games magazine was first published in November 1981. It was the first publication in the world dedicated entirely to video games.
Common questions about Computer and Video Games
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What was the circulation of Computer and Video Games in 1986?
By the second half of 1986, Computer and Video Games had secured an average circulation of 106,000 copies. This figure proved there was a hungry audience for dedicated gaming journalism.
When did the Golden Joystick Awards first take place?
The Golden Joystick Awards first took place in April 1983. The ceremony was held in Berkeley Square where DJ Dave Lee Travis presented the award for best game of the year to Jetpac.
When did Computer and Video Games magazine officially shut down?
The Computer and Video Games website officially shut down on the 26th of February 2015. All pages redirected to Gamesradar+ after the company announced the closure in December 2014.
When was Grand Theft Auto V released to the public?
Grand Theft Auto V was released to the public on the 17th of September 2013. The magazine was one of the few invited to play the game before this release date.