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Future and Tesco have announced plans to release a free games magazine in Tesco’s 425 UK branches.

The first mag to come out of the deal will be called Hot Summer Games, and will have a print run of 1 million copies. The Gamesradar team’s writing the copy.

“We are delighted to be working in partnership with Tesco on this landmark games magazine – utilising Future’s editorial expertise to inform and guide Tesco customers to the best games for them and their families,” said Future’s Lee Nutter.

“Working with the UK’s leading retailer further cements Future’s number one position in the games market.”

There was a story knocking around yesterday saying UK retailer Tesco was going to start selling GTA IV on April 25 – see it on PlayStation Beyond – and the theme seems to be catching: this piece on Grrr.pl reckons the game’s going to launch in Poland on the same date.

You lucky Poles. If that Tesco thing turns out to be bollocks, just get yourself over to Warsaw for the day next week. It’s supposed to be pretty this time of year.

Says so here. Tesco already offers music for download, but is now to add video and games to its service.

“The new Tesco Digital site is more than a music download portal – we wanted to create an exciting and easy-to-use entertainment shop that Tesco customers of all ages and technical ability can use and trust,” said Graham Harris, commercial director at Tesco. “We’re starting out with a comprehensive music offering, but customers can expect downloadable TV and films as well as games to buy very soon.”

Good for you, Graham. The new site launches next month.