Episode 15: Bungie's Back!

In this episode of the Geeqoid Podcast, Erik Wesslen and Jarrad Shaw discuss a variety of topics including the new game 'Marathon' from Bungie, Apple's upcoming AR glasses, Nintendo's controversial pricing strategy for 'Breath of the Wild', and the latest developments in Hearthstone. The conversation flows through the gaming industry, touching on the challenges and innovations in game development, pricing strategies, and the evolving landscape of augmented reality.Takeaways* Bungie's Marathon is an ambitious new game.* Apple is developing two new AR glasses.* Nintendo's pricing strategy for Breath of the Wild is controversial.* The gaming industry is facing challenges with pricing and tariffs.* Hearthstone's new mechanics are exciting but imbalanced.* Digital purchases avoid tariffs, impacting pricing strategies.* The recurring revenue from games like Hearthstone is significant.* Optimization in game development is lacking today.* The consumer experience is affected by large game downloads.Chapters00:00 - First look at Bungie's Marathon01:07 - The Future of AR Glasses04:10 - Nintendo's Pricing Strategy07:22 - Tariffs and Supply Chain Dynamics15:36 - The Cost of Gaming: DLC and Pricing Strategies20:06 - Technological Advancements: DLSS and VRR in Gaming23:07 - The Evolution of Game Cartridges and Storage Solutions24:52 - Game Optimization: The Challenge of Modern Gaming Sizes28:14 - Hearthstone: New Mechanics and Player Experiences32:35 - Balancing Gameplay: The Imbalance of Hearthstone Hero Powers37:03 - The Economics of Digital Gaming: Changing Revenue Models This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.geeqoid.com