Show notes
Microsoft is betting big on Game Pass by adding Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 to the service at launch. Kaitlyn and Sam discuss what this means for Microsoft’s publishing strategy, Xbox’s upcoming showcase, and the price of Game Pass. Then they break down how IGN Entertainment’s acquisition of Gamer Network affects games media. Timecodes: Stories discussed: The Verge – Microsoft confirms Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is coming to Xbox Game PassWall Street Journal – Microsoft Plans Boldest Games Bet Since Activision Deal, Changing How ‘Call of Duty’ Is SoldGamesIndustry.biz – IGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and moreGame Developer – IGN Entertainment buys GamesIndustry, RockPaperShotgun, other Gamer Network outletsGame Developer – Reedpop looking to sell Eurogamer, GI.biz parent company Gamer Network Video Games Industry Memo – IGN buys Gamer Network Media discussed:“Parable of the Sower” by Octavia E. Butler Follow the podcast on Twitter and YouTube @RealTimeStrats, and email us questions at [email protected]. Follow Kaitlyn and Sam on social media @KaitlynRedWing and @SamScotMosher respectively.