GIES #23- W2 | 2025

In this episode, we cover Nvidia's reveal of the GeForce RTX 50-series Blackwell GPUs, starting at $549, and the sharp decline in Overwatch 2 Twitch viewership as Marvel Rivals rises. We discuss analysts' predictions for 2025, including the Switch 2, GTA 6, and AI's role in game development. SteamOS expands to non-Steam Deck handhelds, and Microsoft plans to merge Xbox and Windows experiences for handheld devices. SNK opens a new studio for fighting games, while Sony develops Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2 movies. We also explore Diablo 4's success compared to Concord and Suicide Squad, and industry shifts at Cloud Imperium Games and Bungie. Lastly, we touch on the gentrification of video game history, Half-Life 3 rumors, and record-breaking game releases in China and on Steam in 2024. Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mighty.Diamonds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the Games Industry Executive Summary at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mightydiamonds.substack.com