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Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Horse Armor Sold Millions Despite Backlash, Ex-Bethesda Dev Says

The controversial horse armor DLC demonstrated how player backlash often doesn't prevent purchases, paving the way for future microtransactions.

AdInMo Survey Reveals 72% of Mobile Games Makers Adopting Hybrid Monetisation Model

Hybrid monetisation strategies are being prioritized by 72% of mobile game developers, indicating a shift towards integrating both IAP and IAA for revenue.

Despite the ups and downs Sony has had with live-service this year, it sounds like Guerilla's next game is more likely to be Horizon Online than the single-player third game

Guerilla Games is prioritizing Horizon Online over a Horizon 3 single-player game, reflecting Sony's push toward live-service titles.

Help, February 2025 Is Packed With Way Too Many Massive Games

February 2025 is projected to be overloaded with major RPG releases, raising concerns about gamers' ability to keep up.

Earn Alliance hires mobile veteran Jeff Drobick as COO for Web3 gaming discovery

Appointment of Jeff Drobick as COO highlights Earn Alliance's focus on user acquisition and discovery in the growing Web3 gaming sector.

Nevada Casino Gaming Revenue Drops Almost 7%

Nevada's casino revenue dropped 6.9% in July 2023, largely due to inflation and economic concerns.

'Dynasty Warriors' Developer Will Keep Making Collaboration Games, and Final Fantasy Is Right There

Koei Tecmo plans to continue creating collaborative games, adapting other franchises into the Dynasty Warriors format to engage wider audiences.

Sales of Xbox consoles drop even further

Microsoft's Xbox hardware sales are declining significantly, overshadowed by strong growth in content and services revenue driven by acquisitions.
Microsoft's upcoming releases and IP expansion are key strategies to address the Xbox's declining hardware sales and engage new audiences.

Are Physical Games Dead? It's More Complicated Than You Might Think

In 2007, Warhawk was the first day-and-date digital release, marking the start of digital's rise in console gaming.

Square Enix is turning its back on console exclusives

Square Enix is transitioning to a multiplatform strategy, moving away from traditional exclusivity deals for its major games.

PlayStation 5 to get one of Xbox's biggest unreleased games

Four Xbox exclusives to be released on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Rumors suggest Hellblade 2 might be coming to PlayStation 5.

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Summer Game Fest Play Days 2024

Summer Game Fest 2024 showcased new games and updates from major publishers, offering a platform for diverse game previews and developer showcases.
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