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PocketGamer.biz Podcast

Week in Views E08 - The UK games industry's skills crisis, Fallout's TV success, and Epic's endless court battles

Apr 20, 2024
Brian Baglow, Paige Cook, Craig Chapple, and Daniel Griffiths from PocketGamer.biz discuss UK games industry skills crisis, Fallout TV show success, and Epic's legal battles with Apple and Google. Also mention layoffs, Nintendo's future plans, and address the skills crisis in the UK games industry
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Quick takeaways

  • The Fallout TV show's success led to a 516% increase in game downloads, showcasing the impact of cross-media promotion on user engagement.
  • The UK games industry faces a skills crisis, requiring a specialized body to address recruitment challenges and skill shortages for sustained growth.

Deep dives

Alternative App Stores on iOS and the Confusion Surrounding AltStore

AltStore is the first step into the world of alternative App Stores on iOS, introducing features like a Nintendo emulator and a clipboard manager. However, the decentralized design and lack of a central directory make it a confusing experience for users. Paid through Patreon donations, its unconventional approach raises questions about its sustainability and impact on Apple's tightly controlled ecosystem.

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