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Rockstar accused of union-busting, Switch 2 hits 10M units & Japanese publishers take on Sora 207 Nov 202500:37:37

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.

This Week's Headlines:

  • The allegations of union-busting at Rockstar Games.
  • The continued success of the Nintendo Switch 2 and what it means for Nintendo's future development plans.
  • Japanese publishers banding together to fight against the use of copyrighted works in the new AI model, Sora 2.

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Stories mentioned in this episode can be found below:

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/iwgb-accuses-rockstar-of-union-busting-following-reported-dismissal-of-over-30-employees

https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/11/switch-2-sells-over-10-million-units-nintendo-increases-forecast-even-further

https://thisweekinvideogames.com/news/nintendo-shift-primary-development-focus-switch-2-shuntaro-furukawa-remarks/

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/japanese-publishers-demand-openais-sora-2-stops-using-their-copyrighted-creative-works-without-permission

https://www.pcgamer.com/games/study-says-only-72-percent-of-game-developers-reckon-that-steam-has-a-monopoly-on-pc-games-and-even-with-some-big-caveats-it-makes-me-wonder-what-the-other-28-percent-are-thinking/

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/obsidian-staff-pick-an-rpg-class-when-they-join-then-level-up-receiving-gifts-for-the-next-20-years-they-work-there/

https://www.nintendolife.com/features/the-art-i-stole-from-nintendo



Xbox declares TikTok is biggest rival, Roblox creator sues Fortnite copycat & Netflix collabs with Don't Nod Games31 Oct 202500:42:12

Welcome back to The Weekly Download! Brought to you by Big Games Machine, industry experts Jack and Tom are once again going to speedrun you through the biggest stories of the week. 

In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing Xbox’s declaration that TikTok is its biggest competitor, the Roblox creator who is suing a Fortnite copycat, and Netflix’s closure of Boss Fight Entertainment and partnership with Don’t Nod Games.

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Stories mentioned in this episode can be found below: 

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/xboxs-biggest-competition-isnt-another-console-but-tiktok-and-movies-claims-exec/

https://www.eurogamer.net/robloxs-steal-a-brainrot-creator-sues-copycat-fortnite-creative-game-stealing-brainrots

https://www.theverge.com/news/806303/netflix-squid-game-unleashed-boss-fight-entertainment-studio-shut-down

https://thisweekinvideogames.com/news/dont-nod-netflix-development-partnership-announcement/

https://www.reddit.com/r/NASCAR/comments/1ojic17/the_nascar_25_creator_series_is_off_to_a_really/

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/new-world-is-officially-ending-development-following-huge-amazon-layoffs/

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/pokemon-legends-z-a-got-off-to-a-strong-start-in-the-us-with-the-best-first-week-physical-sales-in-two-and-a-half-years/

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nintendo-is-releasing-a-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-vinyl-box-set-in-the-west-to-gauge-the-demand-for-physical-soundtracks-there/

Remedy CEO resigns, Xbox calls console exclusives antiquated, and China's latest Steam success24 Oct 202500:36:37

Welcome back to The Weekly Download! Brought to you by Big Games Machine, industry experts Jack and Tom are once again going to speedrun you through the biggest stories of the week. 

In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the departure of Remedy CEO Tero Virtala, analysing Xbox’s latest comments on console exclusivity, and examining the recent success of Escape from Duckov and the relationship between Chinese gamers and Steam.

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Stories mentioned in this episode can be found below: 


Pokémon leaks, major Assassin's Creed exits, and Sony's Tencent takedown17 Oct 202500:35:29

Welcome back to The Weekly Download! Brought to you by Big Games Machine, industry experts Jack and Tom will again speedrun you through the biggest stories of the week. 

In today’s episode, we’ll analyse the potential impact of the reported leaks/hacks at Nintendo and the Pokémon company, the latest major shakeup at Ubisoft following the announcement of its new Tencent-backed studio, and the ongoing legal fight between Sony and Tencent over the latter’s Horizon-esque game, Light of Motiram.

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Main stories mentioned in this episode can be found below: 

https://www.engadget.com/another-game-freak-leak-claims-to-show-the-pokemon-roadmap-205503195.html

https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/10/nintendo-responds-to-reported-crimson-collective-hack-with-official-statement

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/assassins-creed-franchise-lead-marc-alexis-cote-exits-ubisoft-after-20-years

https://www.eurogamer.net/sony-fires-back-at-tencents-nonsense-defence-for-horizon-knock-off-light-of-motiram


Owlcat Games resource hub: https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/owlcat-games-unveils-educational-resource-hub-for-game-industry-professionals

Console price hikes, US gamer spending habits, and Assassin's Creed Mirage's controversial DLC10 Oct 202500:31:24

Welcome to the debut of The Weekly Download! Brought to you by Big Games Machine, industry experts Jack and Tom (hosts of the Games PR Podcast) speedrun you through the biggest stories of the week. 

In this first episode, we break down new Circana data on US video game purchasing habits and question what the rising prices of consoles mean for the ecosystem. Plus, we dive into the freshly announced AC Mirage DLC, examining reports of backing by the Saudi Arabian PIF. 

Prefer your news in written form? Eager for a concise, easy-to-digest summary of the most intriguing developments in the global video games industry delivered fresh to your inbox daily? Be sure to subscribe to The Daily Download! 

Main stories mentioned in this episode can be found below: 

  1. https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/more-than-60-of-us-game-players-only-buy-two-games-or-fewer-per-year-survey-finds/
  2. https://www.eurogamer.net/the-role-of-the-console-is-shifting-are-rising-prices-the-end-for-games-consoles-as-we-know-them
  3. https://www.pcgamer.com/games/assassins-creed/ubisoft-reveals-the-surprise-free-assassins-creed-mirage-dlc-which-just-coincidentally-happens-to-be-set-in-a-region-the-saudi-government-wants-to-turn-into-an-economic-powerhouse/
Sony Kills Physical Games & Xbox Fires 3,200 and Sells Off 4 Studios!10 Jul 202600:49:10

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's story:

Hosted by industry experts, Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Xbox Studio Closures & Rockstar's Ongoing Legal Crisis19 Jun 202600:38:32

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's story:

Hosted by industry experts, Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Slay The Spire 2 Crushes AAA competition on Steam & Netflix Launches Kids Game App10 Apr 202600:43:59

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

Hosted by industry experts, Tom Heath and Alex Beech, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Rec Room is shutting down & could Disney buy Epic?03 Apr 202600:45:23

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

  • Rec Room, once valued at $3.5B, is shutting down later this year
  • Disney is reportedly keen on buying Epic Games, but may be waiting for the right opportunity to make the move
  • Eidos-Montréal announces 124 job cuts with studio head David Anfossi departing after 19 years

Hosted by industry experts, Tom Heath and Alex Beech, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Epic Games lays Off 1000 staff & Nintendo confirms new Switch 2 digital game pricing27 Mar 202600:49:32

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

Hosted by industry experts, Tom Heath and Alex Beech, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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GDC shrinks by 30%, Krafton loses Subnautica 2 co-founders legal case, NVIDIA's DLSS 5 faces backlash26 Mar 202600:41:04

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

  • GDC Festival of Gaming shrinks by 30% year on year
  • Krafton loses legal case against co-founders of Unknown Worlds just before Subnatica 2 enters Early Access
  • NVIDIA’s new DLSS 5 has faced heavy backlash, but maybe everyone was too fast to jump to concussions 

Hosted by industry experts, Alex Beech and John Ozimek, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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V-Bucks Price Hike, PEGI Loot Box Crackdown & Sega’s Sales Struggle…13 Mar 202600:56:07

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Resident Evil's fake AI review scandal & is Sony quitting PC?06 Mar 202600:44:57

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Megan, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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What's next for Xbox following Phil Spencer's shock departure?27 Feb 202600:55:33

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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EA Sports FC commentator reveals EA used AI tools to record commentary lines in EA Sports FC 2620 Feb 202600:42:55

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

  • EA Sports FC commentator gives permission for AI voice to record lines
  • ByteDance reportedly in talks to sell Moonton Technology to Savvy Games
  • Highguard developer was secretly backed by Tencent

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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What's next for Ubisoft after 1,000+ employees go on strike?13 Feb 202600:32:42

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

Hosted by industry experts James and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Could Google's AI-powered Project Genie be the future of video games?06 Feb 202600:42:19

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

  • Google unveils AI game engine called Project Genie
  • Valve delays the Steam Machine, citing rising RAM/SSD costs and global shortages
  • PS5 and Switch 2 both suffer decline in holiday sales despite positive outlook

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Massive layoffs are set to hit Xbox as Ubisoft closes studios and reduces global headcount12 Jun 202600:43:16

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's story:

Hosted by industry experts, Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Why has Highguard faced so much backlash from gamers?30 Jan 202600:37:39

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

  • Valve faces legal action in the UK over Steam prices 
  • Highguard’s controversial launch raises many questions
  • Ubisoft announces redundancy programme as unions commit to strikes

Hosted by industry experts Tom and James, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Total Takeover: How Nintendo and the Switch 2 took over Japan’s console market23 Jan 202600:48:07

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

  • Niko Partners’ 10 major trends to watch out for in 2026 
  • Nintendo dominated Japan in 2025
  • Ubisoft’s latest restructuring with studio closures and project cancellations

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Stellar Blade director says AI is essential to compete with bigger developers and studios16 Jan 202600:37:05

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.
 
This week's headlines:

  • Saudi Arabia's PIF to transfer $12bn in shares to Savvy Games Group
  • Merger and acquisition activity dropped to $500m in Q4 2025
  • Stellar Blade director says AI is “essential” to compete with bigger studios as Games Workshop prohibits AI use in its products

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

Prefer your news in written form? Subscribe to our free newsletter for a concise, easy-to-digest summary of daily industry developments, delivered fresh to your inbox: https://bit.ly/big-games-machine-the-daily-download

Links to today’s talking points:

  • https://www.pocketgamer.biz/saudi-arabias-pif-to-transfer-12bn-in-gaming-shares-to-savvy-games-group/
  • https://www.gamesindustry.biz/aream-co-ma-activity-dropped-to-500m-in-q4-2025
  • https://www.pcgamer.com/software/ai/games-workshop-says-its-senior-managers-arent-excited-about-ai-prohibits-its-use-and-laments-that-its-included-on-our-phones-or-laptops-whether-we-like-it-or-not/
  • https://automaton-media.com/en/news/stellar-blade-director-says-using-ai-will-be-essential-for-competing-with-overwhelming-manpower-of-china-and-us-developers/
  • https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-first-lego-pokemon-sets-have-been-revealed-including-a-650-charizard-blastoise-and-venusaur-statue/
  • https://www.eurogamer.net/forza-horizon-5-ps5-port-tops-5-million-sales-securing-300m-in-additional-sales-for-xbox
Xbox suffers "worst year on record" for console sales in the UK09 Jan 202600:42:02

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.

In the first episode of 2026, we’ll be taking a look at some of the stories that could shape the industry across the next 12 months!

This week's headlines:

  • Xbox suffers "worst year on record" for console sales in the UK
  • Sony AI patent will see games play themselves if players are stuck
  • UK games revenue rose 7.4% to hit £5.4bn in 2025

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

Prefer your news in written form? Subscribe to our free newsletter for a concise, easy-to-digest summary of daily industry developments, delivered fresh to your inbox. 

Links to this week's stories:

  • https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-suffers-worst-year-on-record-for-console-sales-in-the-uk
  • https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/sony-ai-patent-will-see-playstation-games-play-themselves-when-players-are-stuck/
  • https://www.gamesindustry.biz/era-uk-games-revenue-rose-74-to-hit-54bn-in-2025
  • https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/01/beyond-incredibly-dumb-the-internet-doesnt-like-people-sealing-up-graded-3ds-consoles
  • https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crmlnmnwzk2o
2025: The Year AAA Faltered and AI Took Over the Games Industry19 Dec 202500:37:27

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

To mark the final episode of 2025, we wanted to take a look back at the year that was and tackle the year’s biggest stories, from the rise of generative AI to the explosion in UGC content and the troubles facing AAA studios.

This Year’s Headlines:

  • The rise of generative AI and the industry’s response
  • Another year of layoffs, mergers, and major acquisitions
  • Triple A faltered as indies, and UGC exploded in popularity

Hosted by industry experts Jack and Megan, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the year to keep you informed.

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Does Netflix even care about video games as part of Warner Bros. acquisition? 12 Dec 202500:29:59

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.

This Week's Headlines:

Hosted by industry experts Jack and John, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

Prefer your news in written form? Subscribe to our free newsletter for a concise, easy-to-digest summary of daily industry developments, delivered fresh to your inbox: https://bit.ly/big-games-machine-the-daily-download

Tim Sweeney calls out Valve over AI tags, controversial horror game 'Horses' is removed from the Epic Games Store & Yacht Club could be in trouble if Mina the Hollower flops05 Dec 202500:26:08

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.

This Week's Headlines:

  • Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney isn’t a fan of Steam's AI disclosure 
  • Controversial surrealist horror game ‘Horses’ is refused distribution on the Epic Games Store
  • Yacht Club faces a "make-or-break" situation after delaying Mina the Hollower

Hosted by industry experts Jack and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Links to this week’s main stories: 


Roblox CEO is grilled on child safety concerns, the Saudi PIF may be running low on investable cash & the disaster that was the To The Moon Expo28 Nov 202500:42:00

Pod Description:

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.

This Week's Headlines:

  • The Saudi Public Investment Fund runs out of cash for games?
  • Roblox’s CEO holds tense interview on child safety
  • Attendees of the To The Moon Expo have spoken out about their experiences at the convention.

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Megan, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

Prefer your news in written form? Subscribe to our free newsletter for a concise, easy-to-digest summary of daily industry developments, delivered fresh to your inbox: https://bit.ly/big-games-machine-the-daily-download

Stories mentioned in this episode can be found below:

  • https://www.gamesindustry.biz/roblox-ceo-holds-tense-interview-about-child-safety-but-insists-roblox-is-an-amazing-platform-right-now-for-your-kid
  • https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/report-savvy-games-group-s-saudi-owned-parent-fund-is-running-low-on-investable-cash
  • https://www.gamesindustry.biz/to-the-moon-expo-i-probably-couldve-counted-the-number-of-attendees-on-one-hand
  • https://www.eurogamer.net/a-narrative-sequel-to-kill-bill-is-premiering-in-fortnite?mc_cid=66ba7c738c&mc_eid=7a6d6dd196
  • https://www.pcgamesn.com/shores-of-vaelithar/steam-page?mc_cid=f538c40207&mc_eid=UNIQID
  • https://www.gamesradar.com/games/steam-machine-price-more-in-line-with-what-you-might-expect-from-the-current-pc-market-confirms-valve-but-ideally-wed-be-pretty-competitive-with-that-and-have-a-pretty-good-deal/?mc_cid=5a3f3b3f6b&mc_eid=7a6d6dd196
  • https://www.eurogamer.net/unbelievably-17-years-after-its-original-announcement-ubisoft-appears-to-still-be-hiring-for-beyond-good-and-evil-2
43% of kids want in-game currencies for Xmas, survey highlights gacha and live-service woes in Japan & 56% of U.S. game workers want to join a union 21 Nov 202500:41:23

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.

This Week's Headlines:

  • Reports from the ESA claim 43% of US kids want in-game currencies as Christmas gifts
  • 70% of gacha/live-service games in Japan are discontinued by their third year on the market
  • The GDC 2025 Game Industry Salary Report indicates 56% of U.S. game workers want to join a union

Hosted by industry experts Tom and Alex, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Valve announces the Steam Machine, ARC Raiders' faces AI voice acting backlash & EA navigates PR nightmare over Veterans Day Pack14 Nov 202500:33:22

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.

This Week's Headlines:

  • Valve announces the Steam Machine
  • ARC Raiders' controversial use of AI voice actors
  • EA and The Game Awards navigate fresh PR nightmares

Hosted by industry experts Jack and Tom, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Genshin Impact developer invests $14.6 BILLION into AI for games29 May 202600:34:32

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry. 

This week's headlines:

Hosted by industry experts, Tom and Yaz, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Sony Officially ENDS Single-Player PC Ports!22 May 202600:34:24

The Weekly Download by Big Games Machine is your essential weekly speedrun through the biggest stories in the global video games industry.


This week’s headlines:


Hosted by industry experts, Alex Beech and Yaz Brookes, we break down the most intriguing, complex, and vital developments of the week to keep you informed.

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Capcom Breaks Profit Records as Digital Sales Surge to 93%!15 May 202600:51:08

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Xbox Kills AI Assistant ‘Copilot’ on Consoles & How Important are Exclusives?08 May 202600:58:35

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Greedfall Developer Spiders Shuts Down & Resident Evil Turboboosts Capcom Earnings01 May 202600:54:16

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Xbox drops Game Pass prices & Switch 2 sales surge in the US!24 Apr 202600:42:01

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Is Game Pass too expensive? Xbox’s new CEO Asha Sharma says YES!17 Apr 202600:49:02

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