Episode 107: Pivot to next-next gen
Episode description
It's time for the Next Generation of gaming, at least that is what Sony reportedly might be thinking despite how many of us haven't even gotten on the "next" gen yet. We're talking gaming generations, more depressing layoffs and other gaming news. Hope you enjoy :)
THINGS MENTIONED:
From the Verge: Disney wants to creative a "creative universe" in Fortnite: https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/7/24065281/disney-epic-games-investment-fortnite-metaverse
Throw back: A 2016 article from Polygon about the closure of Avalanche: https://www.polygon.com/2016/5/10/11652866/disney-infinity-ending
An update on Embracer Group's big year of purchases and their subsequent layoffs: https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/embracer-says-it-s-looking-out-for-shareholders-after-cutting-almost-1-400-jobs
The latest on what's happening at ZA/UM from VideoGames.si: https://videogames.si.com/news/disco-elysium-dev-zaum-layoffs
IGN: The PS5 is entering the latter half of its lifecycle (???): https://www.ign.com/articles/ps5-entering-the-latter-stage-of-its-life-cycle-sony-says
An update on Microsoft's plans to bring their games to non-Xbox consoles: https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/15/24073691/microsoft-xbox-games-ps5-nintendo-switch-exclusivity
A good video from YouTuber ThorHighHeels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CowfDhKUNas
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