In a revealing analysis, Mat Piscatella underscores the supremacy of live-service games, captivating over 70% of US players on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in January. These top titles claimed a staggering 40% of total playtime, highlighting their grip on the gaming community. However, with fears of player fatigue and fierce competition looming, the industry calls for fresh innovations like Nintendo's Switch 2 and GTA 6 to reinvigorate the gaming landscape. Meanwhile, Sony navigates its own challenges, having canceled several live-service projects amidst layoffs, despite some notable successes.
Published on: 2/26/2025
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