GIES #24- W3 | 2025

In this episode, we discuss the official reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, reflecting on its potential impact on the gaming world. We review 2024's biggest gaming moments and trends, including the long-awaited Skate playtesting, the upcoming Until Dawn film adaptation, and delays for Assassin's Creed Shadows. We dive into the impact of AI in gaming, the rising costs of game development, and the surprising growth of OLED PC monitors, now making up 22% of the market. Rumors swirl around the Switch 2, potentially bringing two major Xbox games, including Halo. Plus, Bloodborne's lack of a remaster, and major milestones such as Hitman: World of Assassination reaching 75 million players and Pokémon TCG Pocket grossing $400 million in 10 weeks. Learn more about the Mighty Diamonds at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mighty.Diamonds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the Games Industry Executive Summary at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mightydiamonds.substack.com