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Why the video game industry is such a mess

Decoder with Nilay Patel

CHAPTER

Challenges and Innovations in Video Game Industry

This chapter addresses the escalating budgets in video game development, questioning the emphasis on enhanced graphics by big publishers and the misconception around game production costs. It also explores the evolving business models, monetization strategies, market trends, and the contrasting approaches of indie studios and major corporations in the industry, using examples of successful games and companies like Nintendo, Larian, Capcom, and Microsoft.

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