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GAME stopping trade-ins? That's an interesting move that I didn't see coming, given second hand sales are pure profit (minus storage and associated costs). Over time, more shelf space has been dedicated to broader geek culture merch and stores have been closed and folded into Sports Direct/House of Fraser, none of which is surprising given the state of high street retail, but I wouldn't have guessed the latest development. It'll be interesting to see what knock-on effect this will have on boxed sales of new games, as with the cost of living issues, trade-ins have likely been a helpful source for people to get their most-wanted titles early on, when the hype is at its peak. One to watch. https://lnkd.in/evFGtg2N

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Chip, chip, chipping away at the 30% commission. In November, it was Rovio's Angry Birds Friends' turn. They added an in-game button icon to the main lobby for certain players. Clicking on the button asks players to sign in and create a new account for access to deals in the web store. For completing this flow, players receive a bonus (200 bird coins). In the web store, players can "Save 75% with the exclusive Red's Club Welcome Offer". This emerging trend among gaming companies will reshaping the industry in two key ways: First, it will put gaming companies directly in contact with their players, allowing companies to gather valuable feedback and foster a stronger community. Second, by bypassing app store fees, gaming companies will increase their profit margins, a crucial factor to allow for more experimentation that will ultimately lead to new user acquisition channels. This strategy is not just about selling; it's about creating a more integrated and rewarding experience for players. It's an exciting time for the gaming industry as we see these direct channels emerge, enhancing the way we engage with players and player communities. #GamingIndustry #WebStores #PlayerExperience #GameDevelopment #Innovation #CommunityEngagement

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The next "big global IP" is decades old. According to Amazon, 60% of the audience for the Fallout TV show are outside the United States, in particular, France and Brazil. Intellectual Properties (IPs) that have worldwide recognition play a pivotal role in the gaming industry, impacting a game's success, brand visibility, and revenue. With the revitalization of the Fallout brand from the show, regions on the planet that were not aware of the IP is now seeking out and playing Fallout games, many which were released years ago. They became established fans of the IP after watching the show, which then translated over to game sales and engagement. Fallout/Vault Boy may soon have the same global recognition of a Mario or Sonic. If you are curious of other traits that helped Fallout and other games reach global appeal, feel free to reach out.

I believe in Amazon Games 1M player strategy. Why? Because it is working, and growing. Question is can they keep it? Amazon Games, founded in 2012, evolves rapidly  in both publishing and development. Their journey shows lessons on leveraging Data and market networks effectively. Which is ‘’CRUCIAL’’ for any game publisher! Their major development, "New World" (2021), showcased their capability in managing large-scale online games, peaking almost 1 Million Concurrent Players! - This is a BIG number. They kept using the ‘’know how’’ to publish "Lost Ark" (2022), in the same genre, Increased this number by 30% ! This number literally highlights  their strength in bringing established games to new audiences. Upcoming titles "Blue Protocol" and "Throne of Liberty" will test Amazon's ability to replicate past publishing success. Do you think they will capture a bigger audience? Cheers! PS: I will cover New World and mmorpg in details later! Amazon Amazon Web Services (AWS) Smilegate Smilegate West Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. NCSOFT NCSOFT West #gameindustry #videogames #gamedesign #publishing #mmorpg