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Games Industry Executive Summary

Mighty Diamonds

Based on the Mighty Diamonds Games Industry Executive Summary Newsletter. This podcast is the video and audio version of the weekly news, where Casey Al-Kaisy, Manu Rosier and Dave Thier go a bit deeper and give context to the articles and links. Subscribe to get full access to the podcast, newsletter and GIES archive. mighty.diamonds

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00:57:11

Chinese Gamers Overtake Steam | Gies #32

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2025/03/14

In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics in the gaming industry, including personal gaming experiences, the impact of Monster Hunter on players, trends in game development, and the acquisition of Niantic's game division. They also explore Sega's strategic focus on fewer but deeper investments in key franchises, Lego's shift towards in-house game development, and the implications of microtransactions in upcoming games like EA's Skate. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of

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00:54:01

Monster Hunter Wilds Shatters Records | Gies #31

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2025/03/07

In this episode, the hosts discuss the latest news in the gaming industry, including the record-breaking success of Monster Hunter, EA's strategic shift towards modding, and the return of Acclaim focusing on indie studios. They also touch on Ubisoft's reboot of the Far Cry extraction shooter, the rise of cozy games in MMO design, and Rockstar's acquisition of the developer behind the GTA Trilogy. Additionally, Tencent's increased stake in From Software and the success of the Pokemon

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00:49:27

Obsidian’s Secret to Success | Gies #30

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2025/02/28

In this episode of the Games Industry Executive Summary, Casey Al-Kaisy and Patrick Rose discuss various topics impacting the gaming industry, including the success of the Steam Deck in handheld gaming, the innovative Nemesis system from Monolith Productions, and the resurgence of Konami with the Silent Hill franchise. They also explore the challenges faced by Fable, the implications of tariffs on Sony's supply chain, and the trends in racing games. The conversation touches on Obsidian's

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00:56:34

GTA 6 Will Be The First Real Metaverse? | Gies #29

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2025/02/21

In this episode, Casey Al-Kaisy and Manu Rosier discuss various topics in the gaming industry, including the intersection of LEGO and video games, recent layoffs in the industry, Rockstar's ambitions in the metaverse, the evolution of live service games, and the success of PlayStation. They also touch on the challenges faced by companies like Embracer and Starbreeze, the rise of PC gaming in Japan, and the future of AA games. The conversation highlights the dynamic nature of the gaming industry and

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01:18:33

GIES #28 - W7 | 2025

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2025/02/14

In this episode of the Game Industry Executive Summary, hosts Casey Al-Kaisy, Dave Thier, and Manu Rosier discuss the latest trends and news in the gaming industry. They emphasize the importance of concise gaming news, share their gaming experiences, and express excitement for upcoming titles like Elden Ring. The conversation also covers Supercell's performance, the longevity of live service games, and highlights from PlayStation's February 2025 State of Play. In this segment, the

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01:22:29

GIES #27 - W6 | 2025

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2025/02/07

In this episode, Casey Al-Kaisy, Dave Thier, and Manu Rosier discuss various topics in the gaming industry, including personal gaming experiences, children's gaming habits, the rise of Chinese game publishers, the stagnation in Western game development, the evolution of console wars, and the monetization of user-generated content in platforms like Roblox. They also touch on EA's plans for the next Battlefield game and the challenges it faces in a competitive market. In this episode, the hosts

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01:05:01

GIES #26 - W5 | 2025

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2025/01/31

Hogwarts Legacy is getting official mod support, and PlayStation games on PC will offer new in-game incentives. Meanwhile, The Sims 1 & 2 are making a comeback, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth hits a new Steam peak, and Xbox's Developer Direct reveals what's next.Layoffs continue as Phoenix Labs, Fast Travel Games, and Ubisoft cut staff, while BioWare shifts focus away from Mass Effect 5. In numbers, Silent Hill 2 remake surpasses 2M sales, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle hits 4M players,

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01:08:24

GIES #25- W4 | 2025

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2025/01/24

Sony cancels live-service games from Bluepoint and Bend Studio, while EA lowers Q3 guidance after underwhelming sales. Nintendo’s stock drops post-Switch 2 reveal due to missing key details. GDC's survey shows 80% of developers now focused on PC, with 1/3 working on live-service games.Elsewhere, Marvel Snap seeks a new publisher, Ted Price retires from Insomniac, and Skyrim climbs Steam charts during a 90% off sale. Rumors hint at a surviving Horizon MMO, while Hollow Knight: Silksong assures

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01:04:21

GIES #24- W3 | 2025

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2025/01/17

In this episode, we discuss the official reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, reflecting on its potential impact on the gaming world. We review 2024's biggest gaming moments and trends, including the long-awaited Skate playtesting, the upcoming Until Dawn film adaptation, and delays for Assassin's Creed Shadows. We dive into the impact of AI in gaming, the rising costs of game development, and the surprising growth of OLED PC monitors, now making up 22% of the market. Rumors swirl around the Switch 2,

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01:21:51

GIES #23- W2 | 2025

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2025/01/10

In this episode, we cover Nvidia's reveal of the GeForce RTX 50-series Blackwell GPUs, starting at $549, and the sharp decline in Overwatch 2 Twitch viewership as Marvel Rivals rises. We discuss analysts' predictions for 2025, including the Switch 2, GTA 6, and AI's role in game development. SteamOS expands to non-Steam Deck handhelds, and Microsoft plans to merge Xbox and Windows experiences for handheld devices. SNK opens a new studio for fighting games, while Sony develops Horizon Zero Dawn and

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00:49:11

GIES #22- W50 | 2024

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2024/12/13

In this episode, we dive into Path of Exile II's impressive early access success, reaching over 500,000 concurrent players on Steam. We discuss the launch of Fortnite’s 5v5 Ballistic mode and the fallout from Suicide Squad. Amid Nintendo’s legal battles, Palworld drops its Pokéball-style mechanic, while Call of Duty fans express frustration over the 'AI Slop' controversy surrounding Black Ops 6’s Zombie Santa loading screen. We also cover Marvel Rivals, GTA 6's 2025 release reshaping launch

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01:17:46

GIES #21 - W49 | 2024

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2024/12/06

In this episode, we explore Fortnite's record-breaking player numbers and a report revealing gamers now spend more time watching gaming content than playing. We dive into Ubisoft's decision to shutter XDefiant and lay off nearly 300 employees, while Marvel Rivals introduces an anti-FOMO battle pass. Sony greenlights a controversial open-world survival game for PS5, and My First Gran Turismo is set to launch on December 6. We discuss how the Nintendo Switch has reshaped Civilization's development

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01:08:07

GIES #20 - W48 | 2024

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2024/11/29

In this episode, we discuss Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 smashing records with the biggest launch month in franchise history and Balatro dethroning Minecraft on mobile charts. We cover the cancellation of Sniper Elite’s battle royale, the closure of Casey Hudson’s studio Humanoid Origin, and FIFA Rivals, a new mobile game from Mythical Games and FIFA. Plus, we dive into Cyberpunk 2077’s 30 million sales milestone, Fallout 76 reaching 21 million players, and the PS2 surpassing 160 million units sold

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00:55:37

GIES #19 - W47 | 2024

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2024/11/22

In this episode, we dive into Farming Simulator 25’s massive 2 million sales in a week and Fortnite expanding its Crew subscription alongside a permanent OG Mode with its own battle pass. We also cover reports of F1 Manager 2025’s cancellation, Sony’s potential acquisition of a media giant tied to Elden Ring, and Battlefield 6 undergoing its largest playtests ever. Plus, a look at Starfield hitting 15 million players, Death Stranding reaching 19 million, and the rapid success of Pokémon TCG Pocket

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00:57:32

GIES #18 - W46 | 2024

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2024/11/15

In this episode, we’re unpacking the latest in gaming with Blizzard’s relaunch of WoW: Classic “fresh realms” and Konami’s Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater remake for a new generation. We also cover inZOI’s Early Access launch in March, Sega’s sale of Humankind dev Amplitude, and Kadokawa’s expansion into PC and console publishing. Plus, insights into Warner Bros. doubling down on Batman and Mortal Kombat as MultiVersus falls short, while Sweden’s game industry hits an all-time high in

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00:59:54

GIES #17 - W45 | 2024

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2024/11/08

In this episode, we cover Nintendo’s confirmation of backward compatibility for the upcoming Switch 2, Alan Wake 2’s financial update, and Faker leading T1 to a new League of Legends title. We’ll also dive into Pokémon TCG Pocket’s $12 million debut, Atari’s Transport Tycoon acquisition, and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered’s disappointing launch. Plus, Valorant gains ground in anti-cheat efforts, and we look at the latest rumors of a Fortnite x Super Mario crossover.Learn more about the Mighty

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00:57:25

GIES #16 - W44 | 2024

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2024/11/01

In this episode, we cover the closure of Sony's Concord studio and The Sims 4’s remarkable milestone of gaining 15 million new players over the past year. We discuss Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 setting Game Pass subscription records, Ubisoft’s first blockchain game with pricey NFTs, and Nintendo’s new music streaming app. Also on the agenda: Germany’s gaming start-up grant, an Oregon Trail movie adaptation, and a new Outlast film. Plus, we unpack PS5 sales trends, indie boxing game Undisputed hitting

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01:15:05

GIES #15 - W43 | 2024

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2024/10/25

In this episode, we dive into Netflix's shutdown of its AAA “Team Blue” SoCal gaming studio and the surprising resurgence of DayZ and Factorio on Steam’s top charts. We also explore the latest gaming innovations, like playing Teardown in third person and Remedy Entertainment’s first multiplayer game, FBC Firebreak, set for a 2025 release. We'll discuss Arma 4’s 2027 arrival, Tencent's Delta Force: Hawk Ops launching in beta this December, and the cancellation of early access for Assassin's Creed

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00:59:34

GIES #14 - W42 | 2024

Games Industry Executive Summary ·

2024/10/18

In this episode, we dive into the news of ReFantazio hitting 1 million copies sold in under a day, while Silent Hill 2 Remake and Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero also break records. We explore Destiny: Rising, the latest mobile RPG shooter set in Bungie’s iconic universe, and look ahead to EA’s plans for open-world gameplay in future EA FC titles. Plus, Oblivion's controversial horse armor DLC reflects on past missteps, Bandai Namco faces cuts, and whispers of a Game Freak hack are circulating. Finally,

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00:51:43

GIES #13 - W41 | 2024

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2024/10/11

In this episode, we explore 343 Industries’ rebranding as Halo Studios and its move to Unreal Engine, along with Epic’s court victory forcing Google to open up Android to third-party stores. We also cover the long-awaited Alien Isolation sequel, Tetris and Clue coming to Fortnite, and the upcoming PC release of Red Dead Redemption. Plus, we dive into trends like Sega’s Shinobi movie announcement and the surprise success of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. Tune in for rumors of an Assassin's Creed Black

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