TWIG #339 Merge Games, Gen Z Spending Patterns, and the Shift inside Studio Cultures

We kick things off with a no-holds-barred Supercell rant before diving into the hottest industry stories—from Xbox Game Pass profitability to Apple’s latest regulatory headache in the EU. We break down Supercell’s shifting strategy, IPO rumors, and what it all signals for the wider market.The crew also explores Gen Z’s changing spending habits, mobile monetization trends, and why Merge games might be due for a second wind. Plus: Mecha Break’s breakout moment, studio culture shifts, and where smart money is going in games right now.Heroic Gamescom Party > https://lu.ma/tjkk5r8kChapters:01:57 Supercell Rant06:03 Xbox Game Pass Profitability Debate10:21 Apple EU Regulations and Tier System13:31 Supercell's Strategy and IPO Speculations21:11 Gen Z's Changing Spending Habits24:40 Disposable Income and App Spending Trends26:40 Gen Z Gaming Preferences28:51 Investment and Industry News28:59 Company Culture38:19 Merge Genre Insights42:57 The Rise of Mecha Break43:58 Monetization Strategies in Gaming53:07 Conclusion and Next Week's Topics