Episode 117 - "Square Enix Reboots, And Awakens" As Profits Drop 70%

In this episode...
--> Square Enix embarking on "aggressive multiplatform strategy" as profits drop 70%
--> EA Considering In-Game Advertising, But Will Take "Thoughtful" Approach
--> The season of game company gaffes continues with NetEase apologizing for a Marvel Rivals preview contract that asked streamers not to make 'subjective negative reviews of the game

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Hosts: donniegretro, retrogamebrews, wrytersview
Opening theme: "Gamers Week Theme" by Akseli Takanen
Patron theme: "Chiptune Boss" by donniegretro
Closing theme: "Gamers Week Full-Length Theme" by Akseli Takanen

Chapters

• 3:44 Reviews, Reactions, and Requests
• 5:49 Patron shout-outs
• 9:14 Quick-takes
• 19:50 Square Enix embarking on "aggressive multiplatform strategy" as profits drop 70%
• 28:40 EA Considering In-Game Advertising, But Will Take "Thoughtful" Approach
• 36:20 The season of game company gaffes continues with NetEase apologizing for a Marvel Rivals preview contract that asked streamers not to make "subjective negative reviews of the game"
• 42:54 Top 3 New Releases
• 52:58 Gaming History 101: The Madden Curse