Playconomics

Bobby & Matt break down the upcoming release of the PS5 Pro, diving into its November 7th launch and $700 price point. They discuss whether it's worth the upgrade, Sony's strategy, and the impact of limited first-party games. Tune in as they explore the financial and gaming industry trends behind this new hardware.-----------------------------------------------------

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What's good everyone and welcome back to the Playconomics Podcast. We are doing a deep dive and breaking down the business behind the greatest way to experience video games. Is it Mobile Games/PC/Console? You may think this is subjective and personal taste... BUT you are wrong and Playconomics has the answer.

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On this episode of Playconomics; Matt tries to convince Bobby and the Audience that Video Games are the biggest bang for your buck they have ever been. When you consider inflation and the current quality of the product you are getting we are at the single best time ever to buy video games?

Bobby and Matt discuss Nintendo's dominant business model in the gaming industry. They analyze Nintendo's longevity, pricing strategy, and handheld market dominance. The hosts compare Nintendo's approach to Sony and Microsoft, highlighting Nintendo's successful IP management, consistent pricing, and unique market position.

Playconomics is back and taking on an entirely new formula! One this episode Matt breaks down the business behind what is considered a successful video game and tries to convince Bobby with facts/graphs/numbers that revenue is the least important part of a successful video game.

On this Episode of the Playconomics Podcast the boys break down the business behind Baldur's Gate become the greatest game ever made, everything Bethesda should have done along side the Fallout TV series, and finally the real reason behind all of the video game industry layoffs. Oh and don't forget about the DISCORD QUESTION OF THE WEEK!

Baldur's Gate 3 Awards 02:54

Layoffs (again) in the gaming industry 16:14

Bethesda is mismanaging the Fallout TV Series 26:06

Discord Question of the Week 38:42

xBobby & Matt breakdown whether or not there is space in today's gaming landscape for a true new competitor.