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We break down Mexico’s 8% tax on violent games, challenge the evidence behind it, and point to real online harms that need targeted action. We also look at Saudi Arabia’s growing role in gaming, celebrate NES at 40 with new gear, debate MK2’s delay, and judge Street Fighter’s cast.
• Mexico’s 8% violent game tax framed as safety without clear evidence
• real risks around cartel recruitment via game chats and social platforms
• practical parenting: ratings, limits, and choosing age-appropriate content
• Saudi capital, Vision 2030, and consolidation across global gaming
• NES at 40: merch drops, nostalgia value, and lasting IP power
• Mortal Kombat 2 delay vs box office strategy trade-offs
• Street Fighter casting wins and misses, roster scope concerns
• subscription fatigue: Game Pass Ultimate hike and hybrid buying
• our favorite NES-era titles and why they still matter
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By Mike Sampson and Mr. Amazing5
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We break down Mexico’s 8% tax on violent games, challenge the evidence behind it, and point to real online harms that need targeted action. We also look at Saudi Arabia’s growing role in gaming, celebrate NES at 40 with new gear, debate MK2’s delay, and judge Street Fighter’s cast.
• Mexico’s 8% violent game tax framed as safety without clear evidence
• real risks around cartel recruitment via game chats and social platforms
• practical parenting: ratings, limits, and choosing age-appropriate content
• Saudi capital, Vision 2030, and consolidation across global gaming
• NES at 40: merch drops, nostalgia value, and lasting IP power
• Mortal Kombat 2 delay vs box office strategy trade-offs
• Street Fighter casting wins and misses, roster scope concerns
• subscription fatigue: Game Pass Ultimate hike and hybrid buying
• our favorite NES-era titles and why they still matter
Everybody, like and subscribe, peace and love
Support the show