Episode 117 - "Square Enix Reboots, And Awakens" As Profits Drop 70%

Gamers Week Podcast

In this episode...
--> Square Enix embarking on "aggressive multiplatform strategy" as profits drop 70%
--> EA Considering In-Game Advertising, But Will Take "Thoughtful" Approach
--> The season of game company gaffes continues with NetEase apologizing for a Marvel Rivals preview contract that asked streamers not to make 'subjective negative reviews of the game
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Capitoli

1. Reviews, Reactions, and Requests (00:03:44)

2. Patron shout-outs (00:05:49)

3. Quick-takes (00:09:14)

4. Square Enix embarking on "aggressive multiplatform strategy" as profits drop 70% (00:19:50)

5. EA Considering In-Game Advertising, But Will Take "Thoughtful" Approach (00:28:40)

6. The season of game company gaffes continues with NetEase apologizing for a Marvel Rivals preview contract that asked streamers not to make "subjective negative reviews of the game" (00:36:20)

7. Top 3 New Releases (00:42:54)

8. Gaming History 101: The Madden Curse (00:52:58)