Looking at the flip-side of the coin, what for you have been the low-points in the videogame world in 2003?

Dr. Greg Zeschuk: I think one of the most unfortunate things happening in the industry today is the demise of the small independent developer (at least those that are trying to follow the usual commercial model of retail packaged games).

It really is unavoidable as the industry consolidates and matures, but it's a real shame to hear about all of the independent companies shutting down, particularly in the UK.