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PlayStation First-Party Sales Decline Over Five Years, Ghost of Yotei Offers Hope
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PlayStation First-Party Sales Decline Over Five Years, Ghost of Yotei Offers Hope

New data reveals a decline in PlayStation first-party game sales since 2020, despite hits like Ghost of Yotei (2025) reversing the trend. Sony faces pressure to deliver at its State of Play showcase, with fans awaiting updates from dormant first-party developers. Recent successes, however, suggest a potential turnaround.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Faces Smallest Install Base Since 2017 After Dropping Last-Gen Consoles
2h ago · 4 views

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Faces Smallest Install Base Since 2017 After Dropping Last-Gen Consoles

Activision's decision to exclude last-gen consoles from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's launch reduces its potential market by 4.3%, targeting a 147.5 million console install base. This move, including a first-time release on the less powerful Switch 2, comes amidst price hikes for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles. The franchise's shift away from older systems complicates its reach.

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Gabe Newell Counters Steam Monopoly Claims: "Gamers Have Enormous Choice"
3h ago · 8 views

Gabe Newell Counters Steam Monopoly Claims: "Gamers Have Enormous Choice"

Gabe Newell testified in the Wolfire Games lawsuit, denying Steam's monopoly on PC gaming, citing consumer choice across platforms like Xbox and Epic Games Store. Newell also rebutted allegations of price dictation, despite claims from Wolfire's David Rosen about threats over pricing for Overgrowth. The case has significant implications amid a $900 million UK lawsuit over Steam's market dominance.

TheBadGamer·1 min read
Nintendo Music Launches Web Player with Mario Kart World Soundtrack
NEWS3h ago · 6 views

Nintendo Music Launches Web Player with Mario Kart World Soundtrack

Nintendo Music now features over 4 hours of Mario Kart World tunes, accessible via its new web player. Subscribers can enjoy 130+ tracks from the Switch 2 exclusive, alongside soundtracks from over 130 Nintendo games. Fans eagerly await more Mario Kart World content updates, hinted at by Nintendo's plans for the title.

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PlayStation Shovelware Crackdown: Webnetic's 1,274 Titles to Be Pulled
NEWS4h ago · 10 views

PlayStation Shovelware Crackdown: Webnetic's 1,274 Titles to Be Pulled

Webnetic, a major publisher, has announced its impending departure from the PlayStation Store as Sony continues its crackdown on 'shovelware' games. With a staggering catalog of 1,274 titles, including multiple versions of games like The Golden Age and A House That Glows, players are urged to experience these games before they're removed. Webnetic will continue publishing on Xbox, Nintendo, and Steam.

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Apex Legends Unveils Exclusive EA Play Weapon Charm on Steam
NEWS5h ago · 8 views

Apex Legends Unveils Exclusive EA Play Weapon Charm on Steam

Apex Legends introduces an exclusive EA Play Weapon Charm for Steam players, enhancing in-game customization. This charm is available to EA Play subscribers, offering a unique aesthetic upgrade. Players can now personalize their arsenal with this distinctive charm, available through the EA Play membership on Steam.

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League of Legends MMO Gains World of Warcraft Vet Brian Holinka as Principal Game Designer
NEWS5h ago · 6 views

League of Legends MMO Gains World of Warcraft Vet Brian Holinka as Principal Game Designer

Riot Games' League of Legends MMO project, announced in December 2020, has bolstered its development team with the addition of Brian Holinka, a veteran of over a decade at Blizzard, where he notably served as lead combat designer on World of Warcraft. This move follows recent hires of other World of Warcraft alumni, underscoring the project's continued development despite the departure of its initial lead, Greg Street. Holinka's expertise is expected to significantly impact the game's combat design.

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League of Legends MMO Bolsters Team with World of Warcraft Veteran
NEWS6h ago · 7 views

League of Legends MMO Bolsters Team with World of Warcraft Veteran

The League of Legends MMO has enlisted the expertise of a World of Warcraft veteran to enhance its development team. This strategic move underscores the project's ambition to deliver a high-quality, immersive experience. With this addition, anticipation grows for how the MMO will interpret the vast League of Legends universe.

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