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Why the video game industry is such a mess

Decoder with Nilay Patel

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The Power of Network Effects in the Gaming Ecosystem

This chapter explores how Fortnite's network effects create player investment through purchases and social ties, comparing Epic Games' strategies to those of major platforms like Apple and Google. It also includes brief sponsorship messages for Wix Studio and Coda, targeting designers and remote teams.

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