Today in Games — Oct 01
Posted by GamesDaily
- We're probably not getting a new Fallout game until well into the 2030s, but that's no reason to stop talking about them — The long gap before a new Fallout game matters to players who want to know when they might return to the series. It also gives the games industry and its… — discuss · link - Can Xbox save Halo? | Point It Out! — The reported decision to gut the Halo team could affect the direction and future of a major game franchise. Moving Halo to Activision also raises questions… — discuss · link - 'We Want to Find a Way': SEGA Eager to Bring Sakura Wars Games to Modern Consoles — SEGA’s interest in bringing Sakura Wars games to modern consoles could make older entries easier for more players to access. It also matters to the industry… — discuss · link - PS5 Pro Shortage Hits Japan As Sony Limits Console Purchases To Active Playstation Users Ahead Of GTA 6 — The PS5 Pro shortage in Japan shows how demand for new consoles can affect access for players. Sony’s lottery system and purchase limits for active PlayStation… — discuss · link - Another Steam page is going algorithmic as Valve aims to show "10x more games to customers" — Valve’s change could make it easier for players to find discounted games and sale events on Steam. It also matters to the industry because more games may get… — discuss · link Long waits for major series, changes to studio plans, console shortages, and new ways of promoting games all show how access and visibility are shaping the games industry. From Fallout and Halo to Sakura Wars and Steam, players are being asked to wait, search, or compete for limited access. What are you seeing most in your own gaming experience: longer waits, harder-to-find hardware, or different ways of discovering games?