Bloodlines 2 Flops & Arc Raiders Is Taking Over Steam | Gies #70
In this episode, Casey and Manu delve into various topics within the gaming industry, including personal insights on popular shows, the challenges faced by Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, and the strategic shifts at Paradox Interactive. They discuss the current state of major franchises like Call of Duty and Battlefield, the dynamics of emerging games like Arc Raiders, and the impact of player experiences on game design. Connect With Us!📰 Join the Gies Newsletter on Substack: giesweekly.substack.com🌐 Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds: www.mighty.diamondsKeywordsGames Industry, Vampire: The Masquerade, Paradox Interactive, SteamDB, Call of Duty, Battlefield, Arc Raiders, Tarkov, Game Development, Emerging Games
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Why Asian Studios Are Going Global And Changing Everything | Gies #69
In this episode Casey and Dave discuss how Korean and Chinese studios are now building games for a global audience, the growing influence of Western AAA standards in Asia, and how global expectations are reshaping game design. They touch on Fortnite’s evolving seasons, the decline of Call of Duty, the rise of user-generated content. They also highlight how industry competition, cultural crossover, and shifting business models are driving rapid change across the gaming world.Connect With Us📰 Join the Gies Newsletter on Substack: giesweekly.substack.com🌐 Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds: www.mighty.diamondsKeywordsKorean studios, Chinese studios, global gaming, game development, Western standards, game mechanics, Naraka Blade Point
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Call of Duty’s Decline, Unreal x Unity Collab | Gies #68
In this episode, Dave and Manu discuss various topics in the gaming industry, including recent game releases, cultural reflections on nostalgia, the dynamics of battle royale games, and the evolving landscape of gaming platforms. They also delve into the market position of Call of Duty, the impact of Epic Games on open platforms, and the future of sports games under EA. Connect With Us📰 Join the Gies Newsletter on Substack: giesweekly.substack.com🌐 Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds: www.mighty.diamondsKeywordsgaming, trends, nostalgia, Steam, Battle Royale, Call of Duty, Epic Games, digital identity, EA Sports, sports games
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GTA 6 Delayed again, Steam’s New Console, and the Future of PlayStation | Gies #67
In this episode, Dave and Manu discuss the console market in Korea, the challenges faced by AAA games, and the evolving landscape of digital platforms. They also highlight the cultural differences in gaming consumption between the East and West, the impact of Fortnite on PC gaming, and the future of VR and digital platforms. They also touch on the potential of new gaming hardware that Valve introduced and the importance of adapting to changing consumer preferences.Connect With Us📰 Join the Gies Newsletter on Substack: giesweekly.substack.com🌐 Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds: www.mighty.diamondsKeywords:gaming industry, console market, AAA games, digital platforms, VR, Fortnite, PC gaming, cultural differences, gaming hardware, consumer preferences
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The Freshest Shooter Since PUBG | Gies #66
In this episode, Casey and Dave discuss the impact of modern shooter games, highlighting how titles like Fortnite, PUBG, and Arc Raiders have reshaped the gaming landscape. Casey emphasizes the innovative mechanics, community-driven engagement, and evolving player experiences that define the future of gaming. Connect With Us📰 Join the Gies Newsletter on Substack: giesweekly.substack.com🌐 Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds: www.mighty.diamondsKeywordsshooter games, Fortnite, PUBG, ARC Raiders, gaming revolution, game mechanics, player experience, competitive gaming, game design, industry impact, gaming trends
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