7min chapter

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Why the video game industry is such a mess

Decoder with Nilay Patel

CHAPTER

Challenges and Strategies in the Video Game Industry

Exploring the competition with smartphones, the chapter highlights how companies like Microsoft are adapting by targeting the mobile market to cater to the younger audience. It also discusses the impact of running games on the cloud and subscription services on game purchases, as well as the setbacks faced by big studios like Embracer Group in game development.

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