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Game State episodes

  • 52. Unions Sue Microsoft Over Xbox Layoffs
    Labor unions are taking Microsoft to court, alleging the company mishandled its recent round of Xbox layoffs. We break down the legal action, what it means for affected workers, and how it could reshape the conversation around job security in the games industry.
    13 min
  • 51. Epic VP Joins Saber Interactive
    A former Epic Games VP is stepping into a major new role as Saber Interactive's chief business officer. We break down what this high-profile hire could mean for the studio's future and where it fits in the shifting power dynamics of the industry.
    10 min
  • 50. Black Flag Remake Hits 2 Million
    Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced sails past 2 million in sales, proving fans still love the pirate era. But behind the success, the studio is now on strike over proposed layoffs. We break down the numbers, the walkout, and what it means for Ubisoft's future.
    10 min
  • 49. 11 Bit Studios Cuts 20 Jobs
    Frostpunk and The Alters developer 11 Bit Studios is trimming its team, letting go of 20 employees. We break down what the layoffs mean for the studio and its upcoming projects.
    6 min
  • 48. Inside Modding NexusMods CEO Speaks
    We sit down with NexusMods CEO Victor Folmann to unpack what really drives the video game modding scene. From community dynamics to the future of mods, it's a candid look at one of gaming's most passionate corners.
    10 min
  • 47. NexusMods CEO on Modding's Future
    We sit down with NexusMods CEO Victor Folmann to unpack the real dynamics driving the video game modding scene. From creator relationships to the platforms keeping mods alive, this conversation digs into where it's all headed.
    12 min
  • 46. Eurogamer Vets Launch New Site
    Big shake-up in games media as former Eurogamer and VG247 staffers strike out on their own with a brand-new independent outlet. We dig into what this fresh venture means for the future of games journalism and who's behind it.
    9 min
  • 45. Blizzard Cuts China Roles
    Blizzard trims its workforce in China, eliminating what the company calls a small number of roles. We break down what the move means for the studio's operations in the region and what could come next.
    9 min
  • 44. Supercell Funds African Studios
    Supercell is launching a new developer grants program aimed at boosting game studios across Africa. We break down what the initiative could mean for emerging talent and the future of the continent's gaming scene.
    9 min
  • 43. Nintendo Kills Original Switch in Europe
    Nintendo is quietly winding down sales of the original Switch across Europe, marking the end of an era for the console. We break down what this means for the handheld's future and where it leaves fans looking ahead.
    9 min

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Welcome to Game State, where we break down the ever-evolving world of game development. Each episode dives into the current state of the industry, what's working, what's changing, and what's next.…