#gaming-industry

#gaming-industry

Single-player games are not dead, they simply need to be high-quality experiences.

EA is laying off hundreds of employees while canceling games to refocus on more profitable projects.

Expedition 33 has achieved 500,000 sales soon after launch, indicating strong market interest.

Ubisoft is developing a new battle royale game called Scout, influenced heavily by Apex Legends.

Remakes enhance classic games more dynamically than remasters, preserving the original's essence while modernizing the experience.

The Accessible Games Initiative provides tags to help identify game accessibility features for players with disabilities.

The release date for Borderlands 4 has moved up to September 12, affecting the anticipated timing for Grand Theft Auto 6.

Devolver Digital sees opportunity with the Nintendo Switch 2 following the success of the original Switch.

Switch 2 preorders delayed due to tariffs, with no new date confirmed yet.

CD Projekt recorded its best net profit in a year without major releases, driven largely by continued success from Cyberpunk 2077.

Krafton's strong Q1 2025 performance is driven by inZOI's launch and PUBG's popularity, marking record sales and profits.

Nintendo's new game-key cards allow for borrowing, renting, and reselling games without being tied to a specific account.

A new union for video game workers launches to unify and empower individuals against layoffs and industry challenges.

March is filled with uncertainty in the gaming industry, affecting game releases and pricing.

Nintendo Switch 2 is launching in June at $449.99, pausing pre-orders to assess tariffs.

The importance of Mario Kart World as a launch title for its accessibility.

Assassin's Creed Shadows has emerged as a major success, becoming the second-best-selling game of 2025 shortly after its release.

Xbox Game Pass is now available on LG smart TVs through the Xbox app, enhancing accessibility for gamers.

Aethir's cloud streaming technology significantly enhances gaming studios' user acquisition strategies and minimizes costs compared to traditional app store distribution.

Jason Citron stepped down as CEO of Discord, bringing in Humam Sakhnini as new leader ahead of a potential public offering.

Discord has appointed Humam Sakhnini as CEO, refocusing on gaming as it eyes an IPO.

Nintendo's success comes from prioritizing gameplay experiences over technological specifications.

Trump's tariff policies are disrupting the gaming industry, causing shipment halts and price increases.

Nintendo delays U.S. pre-orders for Switch 2 to assess tariff impacts, while the launch date remains set for June 5, 2025.

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders start on April 24, 2025, with maintaining launch price amid market concerns.

The delay in Nintendo Switch 2 preorders highlights concerns about how Trump's proposed import tariffs will impact the gaming industry.

Nintendo delays Switch 2 prerelease orders due to concerns over tariffs and market conditions, signaling broader industry impacts beyond just its products.

The new tariffs could severely impact the US board game industry, leading to higher costs and possible business closures.

Tariffs on imported handheld gaming devices are causing shipping pauses and price increases.

Greater Than Games suspends operations and lays off staff due to the impact of tariffs on imported goods, causing industry-wide panic.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a commercial success, defying pre-release criticism and achieving strong sales in the US.

Despite prior challenges, Ubisoft has rekindled economic viability with Assassin's Creed Shadows.

Assassin's Creed Shadows experienced rapid player engagement, reaching 2 million players just days after launch.

Sony raises PlayStation 5 prices globally due to inflation and currency fluctuations.

Sony has increased the price of PlayStation 5 in select markets due to economic challenges.

Nintendo Switch 2's game pricing may risk alienating some gamers despite excitement around the console.

Palworld may come to Switch 2, pending technical feasibility and Nintendo's permission amidst ongoing legal issues.

Gamification techniques enhance customer engagement across various industries by utilizing game-like elements.

Impulse buying is a powerful consumer behavior that can be amplified using gaming strategies like urgency and gamification.

The gaming industry's tactics can inform other sectors on enhancing consumer spending through in-game purchase psychology.

GDC 2025 showcased an industry deeply affected by challenges and layoffs, leading to a quieter event with fewer major announcements.

VR developers are struggling with visibility and revenue, prompting them to seek new marketing strategies.

Niantic is selling its video game division, including Pokémon Go, to Scopely for $3.5 billion after struggling to maintain game success.

VR and AR technologies are transforming brand marketing by creating immersive consumer experiences similar to those found in gaming.

Niantic Labs sold its gaming division to Scopely, marking a strategic shift towards geospatial technology and aligning with Saudi Arabia's gaming ambitions.