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The acquisition of Aquiris by Epic Games has stirred debates in Brazil’s gaming community, with concerns about layoffs, discontinued games, and potential impacts on intellectual property preservation and local market support.
Join us in improving Crimson Desert as we listen to player feedback and prioritize updates for a smoother experience, with future games like DokeV set to benefit from our learnings.
Crimson Desert, sold over 3 million units in four days, is under consideration for a potential release on Nintendo Switch 2, which may broaden its player base while requiring some graphical concessions.
In the year 2025, the German video game market thrived with a total revenue of €9.4 billion, setting a new record and showcasing a dynamic growth in hardware sales, PC gaming, and gaming accessories, while witnessing a slight decline in game sales and in-game spending.
Sony is increasing the prices for all PlayStation 5 models and PS Portal, starting April 2nd, due to economic pressures faced by Sony Interactive Entertainment. This move aims to maintain high-quality gaming experiences while ensuring a price adjustment of up to €200 over less than five years since its launch.
Pearl Abyss, the team behind Crimson Desert, has now fully committed to developing their new project, DokeV, which will be an action-adventure open-world game focused on monster collecting and player companions, with a release timeline estimated between 2025 and 2026.
The uncertain future of Nacon’s game development subsidiary Spiders, following financial struggles and underperforming projects, has led to speculation of its sale, with employees remaining skeptical amidst the search for a potential new owner.
The blog discusses Sony’s shift from affordable console prices during its early days to recent steep increases, sparking a debate about whether price hikes for PlayStation 5 models will deter consumers or drive them towards PC gaming.
Looking forward to the potential launch of Triton, an affordable Xbox Game Pass tier featuring exclusive first-party games like DOOM Eternal and Halo 5: Guardians, which could make it a cost-effective option for gamers eager to play major franchises!
Konami’s announcement of a significant salary increase and investment in human capital highlights their commitment to retaining talent and fostering growth through strong financial results and exciting new projects.