GIES #22- W50 | 2024

In this episode, we dive into Path of Exile II's impressive early access success, reaching over 500,000 concurrent players on Steam. We discuss the launch of Fortnite’s 5v5 Ballistic mode and the fallout from Suicide Squad. Amid Nintendo’s legal battles, Palworld drops its Pokéball-style mechanic, while Call of Duty fans express frustration over the 'AI Slop' controversy surrounding Black Ops 6’s Zombie Santa loading screen. We also cover Marvel Rivals, GTA 6's 2025 release reshaping launch strategies, and rumors of a potential Steam Machines revival. Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mighty.Diamonds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the Games Industry Executive Summary at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mightydiamonds.substack.com