Subscription services are not yet driving major changes in game design
In today's edition, we have a featured blog with expert analysis of game subscription services, plus plenty of news featuring the likes of Ubisoft, Meta, and more.
While 168 million global subscriptions present a significant opportunity for broader reach and steady revenue, developers are treading carefully.
Game subscription services, such as Xbox Game Pass, Apple Arcade, and PlayStation Plus, have introduced a new paradigm in the industry, promising benefits to both players and developers. While the 168 million global subscriptions present a significant opportunity for broader reach and steady revenue, developers are treading carefully.
A July 2024 survey of the Game Developer Collective reveals that while many developers are optimistic about including their games in subscription services, few are tailoring the design of their games specifically for these platforms. No doubt, the slowing uptake of game subscription services post-pandemic has been a key factor in this restrained approach.
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