Shawn Layden, former PlayStation president, questions the viability of Netflix-like gaming subscriptions, fearing they may lead to issues seen in the music industry. Layden compares game subscriptions to the impact of Spotify, which reduced music sales significantly. He notes that unlike musicians who can earn from touring, game developers lack alternative revenue streams beyond game launches. Layden argues that subscription services may not promote developer success or creativity, as they can result in developers becoming wage slaves, confined to working for fixed payments without the chance for profit sharing or value creation.
Shawn Layden expresses his skepticism about the success of Netflix-style gaming subscriptions, stating it poses a danger akin to the disruption seen in the music industry.
Layden highlights that while music artists can still generate revenue through tours, the gaming industry lacks similar opportunities, reaching only through game launches.
He emphasizes that the focus should be on whether subscription services are beneficial for developers, suggesting they can lead to developers becoming wage slaves.
Layden criticizes subscription models for not fostering value creation, suggesting developers are offered insufficient inspiration and reward in these frameworks.
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