
Fortnite, GTA VI, and the fate of AAA games
The Vergecast
Shift in Entertainment Industry Dynamics
The entertainment industry has experienced a shift in dynamics, with the disappearance of mid-sized productions in Hollywood due to the emphasis on big-budget blockbusters and TV shows. Similarly, in the gaming industry, there has been a decline in mid-sized games that used to be popular, with an influx of low-budget and high-budget games. The 'middle' content, once requiring effort and creating cultural moments, has now become abundant but largely unremarkable, signaling a change in consumer preferences and industry focus.
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