VGC: The Video Games Podcast
Xbox shutters studios and more news on Switch 2!
May 9, 2024
Chris Dring and Chris Scullion discuss Xbox studio closures, next Nintendo Switch model, Sandman's return in WWE game, licensed music in gaming, Nintendo's World Championship for NES, Activision acquisition repercussions, Xbox Game Pass strategy, and challenges in the gaming industry.
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Quick takeaways
- Shift towards mega titles over niche games due to studio closures.
- Questioning Xbox's marketing amidst challenges and need for transparency.
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Reactions to Xbox Studio Closures and Game Pass Strategy
Game Pass not achieving expected growth. High expectations from the Game Pass model to support niche games like Hi-Fi Rush now falling short. The closure of studios signals a shift away from immersive sims and niche titles to focus on mega titles for growth.
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