Deconstructor of Fun TWIG #311 Musk Enters the Game, Archero 2 Aims for the Bullseye, PlayStation Goes Portable
Dec 5, 2024
Explore the buzz around a potential new PlayStation Portable and Elon Musk's ambitious AI game studio. The discussion touches on the fallout from Ubisoft's studio closures and the ongoing success of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Mobile gaming gets a spotlight with big launches like Archero 2 and Capybara Go. Lastly, dive into a showdown between Marvel Rivals and Delta Force, along with insights on the challenges new MOBAs face in gaining traction in a competitive landscape.
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Watch Time vs. Play Time
- Gamers watch gaming videos more than they play, averaging 8.5 versus 7.4 hours weekly.
- This raises monetization questions for gaming content on platforms like YouTube.
League of Legends Worlds Viewership
- League of Legends Worlds hit 50 million peak viewers, with 6.7 million outside China.
- This non-Chinese viewership is the highest ever, surpassing even Fortnite's 3 million.
PlayStation Portable's Target
- Sony's rumored PlayStation Portable will likely focus on existing PS5 users, not new markets.
- Handheld markets remain niche; the Steam Deck sold only 3 million units compared to the Switch's 150 million.