Games Industry Executive Summary

In this episode, we discuss the official reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, reflecting on its potential impact on the gaming world. We review 2024's biggest gaming moments and trends, including the long-awaited Skate playtesting, the upcoming Until Dawn film adaptation, and delays for Assassin's Creed Shadows. We dive into the impact of AI in gaming, the rising costs of game development, and the sur...

In this episode, we cover Nvidia's reveal of the GeForce RTX 50-series Blackwell GPUs, starting at $549, and the sharp decline in Overwatch 2 Twitch viewership as Marvel Rivals rises. We discuss analysts' predictions for 2025, including the Switch 2 , GTA 6 , and AI's role in game development. SteamOS expands to non-Steam Deck handhelds, and Microsoft plans to merge Xbox and Windows experiences fo...

In this episode, we dive into Path of Exile II's impressive early access success, reaching over 500,000 concurrent players on Steam. We discuss the launch of Fortnite’s 5v5 Ballistic mode and the fallout from Suicide Squad . Amid Nintendo’s legal battles, Palworld drops its Pokéball-style mechanic, while Call of Duty fans express frustration over the 'AI Slop' controversy surrounding Black Ops 6’s...

In this episode, we explore Fortnite's record-breaking player numbers and a report revealing gamers now spend more time watching gaming content than playing. We dive into Ubisoft's decision to shutter XDefiant and lay off nearly 300 employees, while Marvel Rivals introduces an anti-FOMO battle pass. Sony greenlights a controversial open-world survival game for PS5, and My First Gran Turismo is set...

In this episode, we discuss Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 smashing records with the biggest launch month in franchise history and Balatro dethroning Minecraft on mobile charts. We cover the cancellation of Sniper Elite’s battle royale, the closure of Casey Hudson’s studio Humanoid Origin, and FIFA Rivals , a new mobile game from Mythical Games and FIFA. Plus, we dive into Cyberpunk 2077 ’s 30 million...

In this episode, we dive into Farming Simulator 25 ’s massive 2 million sales in a week and Fortnite expanding its Crew subscription alongside a permanent OG Mode with its own battle pass. We also cover reports of F1 Manager 2025 ’s cancellation, Sony’s potential acquisition of a media giant tied to Elden Ring , and Battlefield 6 undergoing its largest playtests ever. Plus, a look at Starfield hit...

In this episode, we’re unpacking the latest in gaming with Blizzard’s relaunch of WoW: Classic “fresh realms” and Konami’s Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater remake for a new generation. We also cover inZOI ’s Early Access launch in March, Sega’s sale of Humankind dev Amplitude, and Kadokawa’s expansion into PC and console publishing. Plus, insights into Warner Bros. doubling down on Batman and M...

In this episode, we cover Nintendo’s confirmation of backward compatibility for the upcoming Switch 2, Alan Wake 2 ’s financial update, and Faker leading T1 to a new League of Legends title. We’ll also dive into Pokémon TCG Pocket ’s $12 million debut, Atari’s Transport Tycoon acquisition, and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered ’s disappointing launch. Plus, Valorant gains ground in anti-cheat efforts,...

In this episode, we cover the closure of Sony's Concord studio and The Sims 4 ’s remarkable milestone of gaining 15 million new players over the past year. We discuss Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 setting Game Pass subscription records, Ubisoft’s first blockchain game with pricey NFTs, and Nintendo’s new music streaming app. Also on the agenda: Germany’s gaming start-up grant, an Oregon Trail movie ad...

In this episode, we dive into Netflix's shutdown of its AAA “Team Blue” SoCal gaming studio and the surprising resurgence of DayZ and Factorio on Steam’s top charts. We also explore the latest gaming innovations, like playing Teardown in third person and Remedy Entertainment’s first multiplayer game, FBC Firebreak , set for a 2025 release. We'll discuss Arma 4 ’s 2027 arrival, Tencent's Delta Forc...

In this episode, we dive into the news of ReFantazio hitting 1 million copies sold in under a day, while Silent Hill 2 Remake and Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero also break records. We explore Destiny: Rising , the latest mobile RPG shooter set in Bungie’s iconic universe, and look ahead to EA’s plans for open-world gameplay in future EA FC titles. Plus, Oblivion's controversial horse armor DLC reflect...

In this episode, we explore 343 Industries’ rebranding as Halo Studios and its move to Unreal Engine, along with Epic’s court victory forcing Google to open up Android to third-party stores. We also cover the long-awaited Alien Isolation sequel, Tetris and Clue coming to Fortnite, and the upcoming PC release of Red Dead Redemption. Plus, we dive into trends like Sega’s Shinobi movie announcement a...

In this episode, Ubisoft’s CEO addresses the challenge of meeting players' high expectations following Star Wars Outlaws, while Epic’s Tim Sweeney discusses the generational shift in gaming. We also cover Epic lowering Unreal Engine royalty fees, Krafton’s new Palworld mobile game, and the continued dominance of GTA 5 in the charts. Plus, we dive into Disney’s Fortnite deal, Devolver Digital's wor...

In this episode, the guys dive into the delayed release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows , they also get to discuss the controversial decision to require PSN login for Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered PC, and the highly anticipated announcement of Ghost of Tsushima ’s sequel. Other major news includes the remastered release of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver , and NBA 2K25 ’s removal of VC packs in South Korea...

In this episode, the guys explore the latest in gaming news, beginning with Palworld's success as a potential model for indie developers, despite the developer facing a lawsuit from Nintendo for patent infringement. They also cover Grand Theft Auto V's new anti-cheat system that has disrupted online play on Steam Deck, and EA's decision to update the Sims franchise with multiplayer, en...

The gang is back and in this episode Casey, Manu and Dave get to discuss Astro Bot finally being PlayStation's mascot, exploring its potential influence on the video game industry. They also break down the internet’s reaction to the PS5 Pro’s hefty $700 price tag. They dive into Roblox ’s new AI tool for generating 3D game worlds from text and its plan to allow developers to sell premium title...

This week, Casey and Manu delve into Sony’s decision to take Concord offline, ceasing sales and issuing refunds. They also explore reports that Tencent and NetEase are scaling back investments in Japanese game studios. The discussion continues with a look at Ubisoft’s muted reception for Star Wars Outlaws , challenges faced by Dune: Awakening on Xbox Series S, and the indefinite delay of the Enotr...

Join Casey, Manu and Dave as they dive into the controversy over AI in gaming, with God of War star Christopher Judge criticizing an Amazon exec’s claim that AI doesn’t impact acting jobs in games. They also cover Ubisoft’s response to Star Wars Outlaws players who lost early-access progress. New updates like Balatro’s collaboration featuring popular games, Foamstars going free-to-play, and the re...

The gang is back together, join us as we discuss  Black Myth: Wukong ’s incredible launch, surpassing  Cyberpunk 2077  to become the most-played single-player game on Steam, and highlight key announcements from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024. We’ll also cover the final update for  Dead Cells , the delay of  Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2  to 2025, and the backlash against  Hunt: Showdown...

In this episode, we dive into the latest gaming news and trends. Casey is joined by Manu this week to explore why the Borderlands movie could be 2024's biggest box office flop despite the success of other video game adaptations. We'll discuss Steam's new 'Trending Free' tab in response to concerns about free demos, and highlight the latest Five Nights at Freddy's game, whic...

In this episode, Casey & Manu cover the latest in gaming news, starting with Fortnite ending exclusivity for future Battle Pass content and the continued stories of Game Informer's closure. We’ll discuss Humble Games' recent struggles, Microsoft’s new AI upscaler, and the formation of a new team at Blizzard focused on smaller games. We also dive into the launch of Pac-Man Simulator on...

In this episode, Patrick Rose joins us in providing the news and biggest stories of the week as both Manu and Dave are OOO. We'll discuss Activision Blizzard boosting Xbox's earnings despite hardware declines and Bungie's layoff of 17% of its workforce. We’ll cover the Steam's demo overhaul, and EA’s ambitious new Battlefield project. Plus, we'll talk about the Olympics droppin...

In this episode, we bring you the games industry news and provide context to the biggest stories. We'll dive into EA Sports' College Football 25's impressive launch and Disney's struggle as kids prefer YouTube over Disney+. We'll discuss Respawn's changes to the Apex Legends Battle Pass (again), Concord's player drop during its second free weekend on PS5. We’ll also cov...

In this episode, we bring you the games industry news and provide context to the biggest stories. We'll discuss Apple's Vision Pro headsets reaching Europe and whether VR will ever go mainstream. We'll look at leaked Valve data, revealing its smaller size compared to other developers. We also cover the global gaming revenue projections, and how Baldur's Gate 3's numerous awards...