You will have already heard the sad news, but Gamesblog couldn't let it pass without a brief mention. Gary Gygax, who along with Dave Arneson, created the Dungeons & Dragons phenomenon, died yesterday at his home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

The British Heart Foundation has launched a new 'interactive game website' aimed at teaching children about the marketing tricks used by big fast food companies. The charity has recently conducted a survey into the eating habits of children, discovering that two thirds do not perceive fast food as a treat. In other words, it's a regular part of their weekly diet.

Galactic phenomenon provides great game idea...