The kings of virtual reality: UK gaming sector in the spotlight

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The UK is home to a world-leading computer games industry, and with the help of venture capital investors, local developers have recently brought virtual reality games to the public for the first time. Annabelle Williams speaks to Mercia Fund Management's Mike Hayes, who backed the launch.

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