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Report: Games as a Service has Tripled the Industry’s Value

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I made an article in regards to SQUARE ENIX’s interest regarding the Games as a Service model. The concept of a Games as a Service model has been flung about as a successful practice. According to this report by Digital River, it seems like a natural step forward for the industry.

The Impact of Games as a Service in the Industry.

The report, Defend Your Kingdom: What Game Publishers Need to Know About Monetization & Fraud. Let’s start with the basics, the games industry today is valued at $96.5 Billion Dollars. “Following a decade of unparalleled growth, interactive entertainment today is one of the largest in the world.” The report says.

The report also noted that developers of all sizes are benefiting from the “steady stream of in-game content that both serves player expectations and increases their revenue per user.” In fact, this applies to most PC games with digital revenue.

It was also found that the consumers of games are showing more interest towards digitalized content. “Consumers are less willing to pay $60 for a boxed game and instead choose titles with a steady stream of new content,” the report said. “Publishers seek to meet these expectations and have adopted a ‘games as a service’ model, releasing fewer titles over time while keeping players engaged longer with regular updates and add-ons.”

So, what happens because of this? Well, the report sheds some light in this with their findings. According to the report, PC players in the US wait 21 days after they decide they want content before buying in the hopes they can take advantage of a sale. In other words, “Gamers are gaming the games market”.

The need for discounts and key resellers, and the risks it involves.

This is all because gamers look for ways to find workarounds through sales and discounts. This brings up a major problem with the model and key resellers that meet this expectation. “”When the fraud is detected, publishers who sold the keys are hit with chargeback fees,” the report reads. “Game makers can deactivate illegitimate keys, but the players who bought them do not usually know they are part of a scam. Gamers may believe their keys have been deactivated for no reason, and this can cause a negative backlash.”

Does this sound familiar to you? Well, if you have used services like Humble Bundle, G2A and other sort of key resellers. This must be a very familiar setting for you. However, G2A is the reseller that suffers the most accusations of fraud. In other words, game makers need to invest in proper payment safeguards according to the report.

A Games as a Service model seems unappealing for many. Considering that some conservationists prefer to have the 60 dollar games on the box. However, considering the fact that digital marketplaces offer more flexible choices like sales and discounts. Maybe we can see a rise in popularity amongst publishers. You can read the full report in the Google Drive backup I made right here.

I always wanted to be a journalist who listens. The Voice of the Unspoken and someone heavily involved in the gaming community. From playing as a leader of a competitive multi-branch team to organizing tournaments for the competitive scene to being involved in a lot of gaming communities. I want to keep moving forward as a journalist.

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Recruited Since Last Month: More Than Eight Million Helldivers 2 Players

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The relentless force of Helldivers 2 shows no signs of slowing down, as recent reports indicate that Arrowhead Games Studios, the Swedish developer behind the game, has sold over eight million copies since its release on both PS5 and PC just last month.

According to TD Cowen analyst Doug Creutz (thanks, VGC), who spoke to Bloomberg, it is believed that the game has exceeded expectations in terms of performance. It’s amazing how word-of-mouth buzz and the unconventional guerilla marketing strategy keep driving up recruitment numbers week after week. Arrowhead’s studio motto, “A game for everyone is a game for no one,” reflects their unwavering commitment to their unique internal design philosophy.

It appears that the PC community has recently surpassed the PlayStation fanbase in terms of player numbers and platform preference. However, thanks to crossplay, both groups continue to benefit from the growing popularity of gaming. Although it’s not particularly thrilling to see yet another service game achieve rapid success, the hardcore nature of Helldivers 2 fills us with optimism for Sony’s ongoing live gaming endeavors. We anticipate dedicating ourselves to the defense of Super Earth for many years to come.

What are your thoughts on Creutz’s sales estimate? Does it come as a surprise to you? Does it exceed or fall short of your expectations? Have you noticed any changes in your level of enthusiasm for the Democratic Party? Has it waned or grown stronger? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section below.

 

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Exciting news for gamers! A wide selection of PS5 and PS4 games are now available at discounted prices, but only for this weekend

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Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity to grab some amazing titles at a fraction of their original cost. Sony clearly understands the potential of the PS Store, as it consistently adds a plethora of new titles every week. This allows for future opportunities to offer discounts and promotions on these games. It’s evident that sales are consistently growing each month, with the introduction of time-limited weekend offers in addition to the usual sale events.

This weekend brings another round of exciting deals, with significant discounts on several popular PS5 and PS4 games. For instance, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is now available for £35.99/$35.99, while DiRT 5 Year One Edition can be purchased for just £14.79/$15.99.

Here are a few other standout moments we noticed:

Hurry up and make your decision before the offers expire on March 19th. Don’t miss out on your chance to snag some great deals. For a comprehensive list of all the latest offers, make sure to visit this page. And don’t forget to share your purchases with us in the comments section below!

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Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest on 7th June keeps the spirit of E3 alive

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E3 is long gone, but that doesn’t mean we won’t have any exciting video game events this summer. Geoff Keighley, the host, has just revealed that the highly anticipated Summer Game Fest event is making a comeback on Friday, June 7th, at 5 PT/5 p.m. ET/10 p.m. BST. The event will be streamed live from the YouTube Theatre in glamorous Los Angeles.

In a recent tweet, Keighley assured his followers that a large number of fans will be present at the event, both in person and online. He expressed excitement about the upcoming cross-platform showcase, where the future of video games will be unveiled. Presumably, PlayStation and other gaming companies will have their own separate livestreams. However, Sony has a tendency to support Summer Game Fest, so it’s worth keeping an eye out for any announcements from them.

If you’re thinking of going, tickets will be available for purchase starting on Tuesday, May 7th. It’s definitely an event worth noting on your calendar. So, what are your expectations for this year’s Summer Game Fest? Feel free to share your dream announcements in the comments section below.

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