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Deconstructor of Fun

CHAPTER

NetEase's Strategic Shift in Game Development

This chapter examines recent layoffs at NetEase's Seattle team, reflecting a significant shift towards self-sufficiency in game development amid rising costs and changing market dynamics. The speakers discuss the broader implications of these layoffs, including skepticism about Western investments and the competition between established Western developers and emerging Chinese teams. Additionally, the chapter explores potential restructuring within Ubisoft and the influence of geopolitical factors on the gaming industry's landscape.

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