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Ghost Of Yotei Is Selling Well, But Not Quite As Well as Ghost Of Tsushima
Ghost of Yotei, PlayStation’s latest exclusive, has sold 1.6m copies, slightly slower than Ghost of Tsushima. It quickly recouped its $60m development budget, marking a successful launch for Sucker Punch.
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PlayStation Is Now Letting You Write User Reviews
Sony has introduced user-written reviews for digitally owned games on the PlayStation Store, allowing up to 4000 words. Currently only available on the web, these reviews lack visibility on consoles.
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Majority Of Gamers Buy 2 Or Less New Games Per Year (And A Third Don’t Buy Any), According To New Data
A recent report reveals that 63% of gamers buy two or fewer new games annually, highlighting a significant difference between casual players and enthusiasts who drive game sales in the industry.
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Skate Is Pulling In Players And Money, Despite Mixed Reactions
The new Skate game’s Early Access has attracted 15 million players, averaging $3 million in revenue. Opinions are split, with veterans critical of the design, while newcomers enjoy its casual fun.
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Call Of Duty On Game Pass Reportedly Cost Microsoft $300m In Lost Sales
Microsoft’s Game Pass Ultimate recently increased its price by 50%, amid reports of $300m lost in Call of Duty sales. Subscriber counts remain uncertain, raising concerns about the service’s profitability.
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Microsoft Is About To Launch A Free Xbox Cloud Gaming Subscription, But There’s A Catch
Microsoft plans to launch a free ad-supported cloud gaming subscription, allowing users to stream games while viewing ads, amid dissatisfaction surrounding recent Game Pass changes and pricing.
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Game Pass Cancellation Page Crashes Due To Influx Of People Bailing
Microsoft’s announcement of a 50% price increase for Game Pass Ultimate led to a surge in cancellation attempts, causing website issues and significant social media backlash, prompting speculation about potential reversals.
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More Halo: Combat Evolved Remake Details Emerge, Including Who Is Making It
A report confirms that Virtous Abstraction is assisting Halo Studios in the remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, incorporating a new sprint feature and using two game engines. Details to be revealed soon.
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Xbox Game Pass Price Hike Announced, Along With Major Changes To The Service
Microsoft has made significant changes to Game Pass, including a $10 price increase for Ultimate subscribers and the retirement of PC Game Pass, which will now be incorporated into other tiers.
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EA Is Being Bought By a Consortium Of Controversial Companies For $55 Billion
Electronic Arts (EA) will be acquired for $55 billion by a consortium including Saudi Arabia’s PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, despite recent controversies surrounding the buyers. The deal is set to close in 2027.
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