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GameOver #7: '24 Layoffs!, "Too many games," New Halo, Epic #1 on Console, State of UGC, AI, China, Steam Breaks Records

Jan 15, 2024
Guest
Joseph Kim
Guest
Arthur Trusov
Arthur Trusov and Joseph Kim discuss recent gaming industry layoffs, the overcrowded gaming market, controversy surrounding AI voice technology, Game Shark's return with AI, new console rumors, and the potential impact of China's video game industry guidelines.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Recent Layoffs in the Gaming Industry
02:41 • 12min
3
The Normalization of Layoffs and the Crowded Gaming Market
14:16 • 19min
4
The Controversy Surrounding AI Replicas in the Video Game Industry
33:03 • 12min
5
Game Shark's Return with AI Technology and Nintendo Switch Release Date Revealed
44:49 • 2min
6
New Console Rumors and the Impact of AI on Gaming
46:40 • 4min
7
China's Video Game Industry: Easing Fears or Preparing for Another Crackdown?
50:17 • 13min