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The new normal • Video game layoffs are a feature, not a bug

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Before the news cycle had fully absorbed Sony’s announcement that it was letting go of 900 people, Electronic Arts released a similar statement regarding the termination of about 5 percent of its total headcount, approximately 670 jobs. Electronic Arts is doing well, too.

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What are AAA Games and Mobile Games?

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With the rise of the gaming industry, two distinct categories of games have emerged: AAA games and mobile games. As a result, mobile gaming is pushed aside in favor of AAA titles, which have their own position in the market. But now, we have more complex 3D mobile games like PUB-G. Can Mobile Games Be AAA?

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Detective Dotson by Masala Games is a cultural joyride through modern-day India

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While there certainly are games which feature India as a setting, both from Indian studios and international companies, they tend to focus on fantasy or mythical aspects of the nation. At Electronic Arts he did the graphics in Will Wright’s team that created Spore. They responded enthusiastically to our premise and narrative.

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Japanese Games VS Western Games:

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Games like Final Fantasy and Persona are known for their complex storylines and memorable characters that players can become emotionally invested in. Companies based in the United States and Europe, such as Electronic Arts and Ubisoft , also have a significant presence in the industry, as do companies based in China and South Korea.

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Will Dislyte become Lilith’s third billion Dollar hit?

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Vaporwave was an online artistic movement started in 2010 that used psychedelic elements in art and electronic music. With its concerted marketing efforts and feature spots from the App Stores, Dislyte has crafted a great image as a high-quality, well-polished mobile game. Different game developers might have different opinions.

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