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Pokemon 2024, More Layoffs, And Final Fantays VII: Rebirth

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Alongside the continuing trent of layoffs in 2024, we discuss the 2024 Pokemon Day Showcase and our initial impressions on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.

Show Dot Points

  • Layoffs continue to affect game studios, with Toys for Bob leaving Activision and EA laying off nearly 700 employees.
  • Dylans reviews the game Dites and Deities, highlighting its unique music and gameplay.
  • The focus on Ultimate Team in games like FIFA has led to layoffs and a lack of investment in other projects. Layoffs in the gaming industry are a significant concern, highlighting the need for game developers to unionize and for the gaming community to support studios by purchasing their games.
  • The release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has generated mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning visuals and music, while others find the audio mixing and storytelling confusing.
  • The hosts express their enjoyment of the gameplay and exploration in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth but note that the open-world elements can sometimes feel like mini-games and detract from the main story.
  • The Pokemon Direct and Pokemon Presents announcements generated excitement and anticipation among fans.
  • The Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket offers a new mobile version of the popular card game.
  • Pokemon Legends Z-A is a highly anticipated game that takes place in Luminous City and may feature mega evolutions.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Resources

    • Pokemon Presents 2024 - All the news from the Pokemon Day event - Explosion Network
  • Embracer Is Reportedly Selling Off Star Wars: KOTOR Remake Developer Saber Interactive
  • The Embracer-Owned Gearbox Software Is Apparently Close To Being Sold Off
  • Spyro And Crash Developer Toys For Bob Is Leaving Activision To Go Independent
  • EA Has Cancelled Respawn's Star Wars FPS Amid Its Mass Layoff
  • Life Is Strange Developer Deck Nine Has Laid Off 20% Of Its Staff
  • Sony Is Laying Off Around 900 PlayStation Employees And Shutting At Least One Studio

    • Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
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