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EA Execs Earn Big Amid Layoffs, Xbox Handheld Hints, and Nintendo Direct
In this episode, we delve into the latest industry news and developments. We start by discussing how EA executives earned a staggering $60 million in 2024, even as the company underwent significant layoffs and office closures. Next, we cover Larry Hryb, known as "Major Nelson," who has joined Unity as the Director of Community after leaving Microsoft. We also explore Phil Spencer's intriguing hints about a potential Xbox handheld device, which could mark a new direction for Microsoft's gaming hardware. Lastly, we review the highlights from the June 2024 Nintendo Direct, including exciting new game announcements and updates on long-awaited titles like Metroid Prime 4. Tune in for an insightful discussion on these major gaming industry events!
0:00 Intro
0:38 Updates
5:26 EA execs earned $60 million in 2024 despite layoffs and office closures https://tinyurl.com/3zwttpbp
14:37 Major Nelson is joining Unity https://tinyurl.com/2resmpc7
23:31 Xbox boss: ‘I think we should have a handheld, too’ https://tinyurl.com/mr2bd98f
30:56 Everything announced at Nintendo Direct June 2024 https://tinyurl.com/2xdzzd68
1:11:00 Outro
Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening!
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By M2 PodcastIn this episode, we delve into the latest industry news and developments. We start by discussing how EA executives earned a staggering $60 million in 2024, even as the company underwent significant layoffs and office closures. Next, we cover Larry Hryb, known as "Major Nelson," who has joined Unity as the Director of Community after leaving Microsoft. We also explore Phil Spencer's intriguing hints about a potential Xbox handheld device, which could mark a new direction for Microsoft's gaming hardware. Lastly, we review the highlights from the June 2024 Nintendo Direct, including exciting new game announcements and updates on long-awaited titles like Metroid Prime 4. Tune in for an insightful discussion on these major gaming industry events!
0:00 Intro
0:38 Updates
5:26 EA execs earned $60 million in 2024 despite layoffs and office closures https://tinyurl.com/3zwttpbp
14:37 Major Nelson is joining Unity https://tinyurl.com/2resmpc7
23:31 Xbox boss: ‘I think we should have a handheld, too’ https://tinyurl.com/mr2bd98f
30:56 Everything announced at Nintendo Direct June 2024 https://tinyurl.com/2xdzzd68
1:11:00 Outro
Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening!
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