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Pikmin 4: A Soothing Game for a Turbulent Year
A decade ago, I penned an article for USgamer, hailing Pikmin 3 as the most impactful war game I'd ever played. The piece, now hosted on VG247, delves into the morally complex nature of military command, as the game puts you in charge of hundreds of obedient Pikmin, whose lives are in your hands. You're responsible for ordering them to attack and kill, sometimes unintentionally putting them in fa…
Dec. 11, 2023, 2:24 p.m.
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Pikmin 4: A Soothing Gaming Experience for 2023
A decade ago, I penned an article for USgamer, where I referred to Pikmin 3 as 'the greatest war game I've ever played.' The piece has since been relocated to VG247, where it can still be read for those interested in the argument behind this assertion. For a concise summary, I admired Pikmin 3 for its thought-provoking portrayal of the moral complexities inherent in military command. As the game'…
Dec. 11, 2023, 2:24 p.m.
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Pikmin 4: A Game of the Year for 2023
A decade ago, I penned an article for USgamer, where I referred to Pikmin 3 as "the greatest war game I've ever played." Although USgamer is no longer in operation, the article was relocated to VG247 for those interested in reading it. If you prefer a brief summary, I admired Pikmin 3 for its thought-provoking portrayal of the moral complexities of military command. The game puts you in charge of…
Dec. 11, 2023, 2:24 p.m.
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The Piracy Problem: How Amazon Profits from Counterfeit Games
The video game industry has long struggled with the issue of piracy, with many companies taking a heavy-handed approach to combating it. However, it appears that Amazon is profiting from the sale of counterfeit games, with many third-party sellers offering pirated copies of popular titles. This raises questions about the industry's approach to dealing with piracy, and whether it is effective in s…
Dec. 8, 2023, 2:52 p.m.
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The Unchecked Piracy of Games on Amazon
The issue of piracy in the gaming industry is complex, with major retailers like Amazon facilitating the sale of pirated games. Despite the industry's efforts to combat piracy, it remains a significant problem. This article explores the ways in which Amazon profits from piracy and the challenges faced by the gaming industry in stopping it. The industry's approach to tackling piracy is often misgu…
Dec. 8, 2023, 2:52 p.m.
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Profiting from Piracy: The Double Standard in the Gaming Industry
The gaming industry's approach to piracy is often inconsistent, with large retailers like Amazon allowing counterfeit games to be sold on their platforms, while individual sellers are aggressively pursued by game publishers. This column explores the reasons behind this double standard and the implications for the industry. Amazon's role in facilitating the sale of pirated games is particularly no…
Dec. 8, 2023, 2:52 p.m.
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Gaming Industry to Recover Soon, Says RallyHere CEO
The gaming industry has faced significant challenges this year, particularly in the games-as-a-service sector. Concerns have arisen over the sudden shutdown of newly launched titles and the reported revenue shortfall of Destiny 2. Stewart Chisam, president of Hi-Rez Ventures and CEO of RallyHere, offered his insights on the matter at the Montreal International Games Summit. Chisam believes the in…
Dec. 7, 2023, 3:23 p.m.
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Games Industry to Rebound Soon, Predicts RallyHere CEO
The past year has been challenging for the gaming industry, with the games-as-a-service sector facing unique concerns, such as sudden closures of successful titles and revenue shortfalls. Stewart Chisam, president of Hi-Rez Ventures and CEO of RallyHere, offered his insights on the matter at the Montreal International Games Summit. Chisam attributes the current state of the industry to a COVID-in…
Dec. 7, 2023, 3:23 p.m.
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Gaming Industry to Recover Soon, Says RallyHere CEO
The gaming industry has faced significant challenges this year, with the games-as-a-service sector experiencing additional difficulties, including unexpected game closures and revenue shortfalls. However, Stewart Chisam, CEO of RallyHere and president of Hi-Rez Ventures, remains optimistic about the industry's prospects. Chisam attributes the current downturn to a "bullwhip effect" caused by the …
Dec. 7, 2023, 3:23 p.m.
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League of Geeks Vows to Fight On Despite Layoffs and Funding Setbacks
Australian game developer League of Geeks has announced a major restructuring, resulting in the layoffs of 50% of its staff. The entire team behind Jumplight Odyssey has been let go, and the game's development is now on indefinite hold as the studio seeks additional funding. A total of 31 people were laid off, including staff from the operations and publishing teams, as well as contractors. Howev…
Dec. 5, 2023, 11:30 p.m.