A series of British videogaming names were on the Queen's New Year honours list, with boss Rod Cousens, founders the Collyer brothers, and ELSPA chief Paul Jackson getting nods.

Cousens was rewarded with an OBE (Order of the British Empire), while the Collyers also got MBEs (Member of the British Empire); Sports Interactive is the birthplace of Championship Manager, and now home of Football Manager.

"We are really proud to have been given this honour, which is something we never thought would happen to us," beamed the Collyers.

Jackson also got an OBE, and was boss of in before becoming ELSPA chief. More shortly. Thanks VG247.

By Luke Guttridge