
The Sunday Story: Video Game Economics (It's Not Play Money)
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The Harsh Reality of Crunch in Video Game Development
This chapter explores the intense work schedules known as 'crunch' in the video game industry, highlighting the extreme pressures faced by developers. Through examples from major titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Fortnite, it examines the passion that drives these workers despite the grueling conditions.
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