Evolution of Free-to-Play Model

The podcast episode delves into the evolution of the free-to-play business model within the video game industry. It traces the roots of free to play from the shareware model pioneered in Texas by early developers seeking alternatives to traditional packaged goods. The discussion highlights the significant transformation of this model into one of the primary revenue generators in the modern video game sector. By exploring its origins in the US and subsequent global adoption, the episode sheds light on the pivotal role of free to play in shaping the current gaming landscape.