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Playcast Media Systems specializes in delivering video games through cable and IPTV operators by utilizing a cloud gaming platform. The company's technology includes a head-end based system that streams audiovisual content as standard MPEG streams, allowing games to be hosted at operators' headends and distributed over existing video networks to set-top boxes. This innovative solution enables users to play online games and engage with other players. Playcast Media is a privately owned company with operations in Israel and the UK, backed by venture capital.

Direct2Drive is an online retailer specializing in the sale of video games. Established in 2001, the platform allows users to search for, view, and purchase a variety of games, including new releases, older titles, and pre-order options. Users can filter their searches based on criteria such as price, release date, and ESRB rating, providing a tailored shopping experience. Direct2Drive serves as a distributor of video games, catering to a diverse audience of gaming enthusiasts.

Shacknews is a web development company based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in gaming-related content. Founded in 1996, it operates gaming websites that serve audiences in the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The company provides news, previews, interviews, and in-depth articles about video games across all major platforms. Additionally, Shacknews offers web storage services and webmail accounts, along with a network that allows users to download demos, patches, and game-related media. It is recognized for its well-researched content and is home to a vibrant community of gamers who engage in discussions about the latest developments in the gaming industry. As of 2009, Shacknews operates as a subsidiary of GameFly, Inc.