Deconstructor of Fun TWIG #345 Clash Royale’s BIG Comeback and LEGO’s Digital Gamble
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Aug 22, 2025 Discover the latest buzz in gaming, from Minecraft's corny updates to exciting insights from Gamescom. Dive into the psychology of streaks that keep players hooked. Unpack Supercell's surprising revival of Clash Royale and its innovative strategies. Plus, get a sneak peek at Nintendo's plans for the Switch 2, highlighting the competitive landscape. Join in on lively discussions that blend gaming culture with creativity and community.
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Kids Pitched Minecraft Corn Update
- Ethan's kids relentlessly requested a 'corn update' for Minecraft and made Perler-bead concept art to persuade the team.
- Laura forwarded those ideas to the Minecraft team and enjoyed the kids' fervor for the feature.
Lego Digital Play Interview Highlights
- Jen interviewed Aaron Loeb, president of Lego Digital Play, about Lego's new digital studio and past lessons.
- Aaron cited consecutive daily logins as the best early predictor of LTV from his Kabam days.
Pips Targets NYT's Daily Puzzle Audience
- The New York Times launched Pips, a domino-style logic puzzle aiming to capture Wordle-like daily engagement.
- Two-thirds of NYT weekly visitors already play multiple games, so cross-play and streaks matter for retention.