Post Games Why video games feel better and worse than ever before
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Jul 7, 2025 
Xalavier Nelson Jr. joins the discussion as a multifaceted creator behind indie studio Strange Scaffold. He explores the evolving landscape of game development, balancing optimism and anxiety. Key topics include the potential golden age of gaming by 2025, the impact of financial pressures on creativity, and the infiltration of AI in game design. Nelson also addresses recent industry challenges, like mass layoffs at major companies, while emphasizing the importance of originality and sustainable practices in fostering innovation.
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Golden Era of Video Games
- Video games are in a golden era with unprecedented accessibility of technology and distribution.
- This era allows anyone to create and release games easily, reshaping success and creativity in gaming.
Games' Growing Mainstream Reach
- Gaming's cultural respect and ubiquity are growing through major adaptations and cross-platform presence.
- Games now reach mainstream culture widely, similar to how anime spread within military communities years ago.
Capcom’s Success vs Paradox’s Struggles
- Capcom stands out for successfully reviving and innovating franchises during this golden era.
- Paradox is struggling due to delays and canceled games, showing risks in publisher strategies.