TWIG #302 Epic Legal Showdowns, Ubisoft Woes, and MMO Thrills

Jen Donahoe, Eric Kress, Phillip Black, and Mishka Katkoff discuss the impact of California's new digital ownership law, highlights from the Tokyo Game Show, and the record-breaking numbers on Steam. They also delve into Ubisoft's delays, Behavior Interactive's acquisitions, and Meta's new AR glasses, concluding with a look at Genshin Impact's impressive revenue and market influence. Takeaways * Mishka shares insights from his recent travels and conferences. * Squad Busters faces challenges in the competitive gaming market. * Indie game publishing is on the rise with new trends emerging. * California's new law impacts digital ownership for gamers. * The relevance of the Tokyo Game Show is declining in the gaming industry. * Steam continues to break user records, showcasing its dominance. * Ubisoft's delays raise concerns about its leadership and future. * Behavior Interactive is expanding through acquisitions despite challenges. * Meta's AR glasses could revolutionize user interaction with technology. * Genshin Impact's success highlights the potential for high-budget mobile games. Segments: 03:07 Mishka's Adventures and Industry Insights 06:32 Squadbusters 08:14 Quick Hits 15:50 Epic Games and Legal Battles 18:58 Ubisoft Struggles 22:09 Behavior Interactive + M&A 27:16 Throne and Liberty: A New MMO Experience 31:34 Sports FC 25 34:51 India 37:52 Match Factory' 39:08 Monopoly Go's Going Soft? 44:20 Dragon Ball Z 45:27 Chris Likes Meta's Orion AR Glasses?? 52:58 Genshin Impact