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'College Football 25,' the State of Sports Gaming, and Our Top Five Sports Games | Button Mash
Jul 18, 2024
Ben, Van Lathan, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz discuss the return of EA's college football game, sharing nostalgia for the 'NCAA Football' series and impressions of the new game. They debate the best sport for video games, explore the challenges in sports gaming, and reveal their top five favorite sports games.
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- Competition absence in sports gaming leads to stagnation and microtransactions dominance.
- Nostalgia drives loyalty to specific sports game franchises despite quality decline.
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Impact of Monopolies on Sports Game Quality
The absence of competition in sports gaming due to monopolies has led to a decline in the quantity and quality of games. Unlike in the past, where players had multiple options and diverse gameplay experiences, the current landscape is dominated by a single game in each sport genre, leading to stagnation and reduced critical acclaim. The lack of competition has resulted in less innovation and a focus on recurrent microtransactions, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
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