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'The industry isn't dying, it's splitting into two different models': What experts are saying about the EA buyout

What will EA's new owners do with it? Lean on its big live service games to pay off that $20 billion in debt, for one thing.

PC Gamer · Oct 3, 2025

'There is a chance that they will stay in Roblox': Gen Alpha is into PC gaming, but one industry analyst isn't so sure they're going to age out of their favorite haunt

Young people are playing PC games, but they won't necessarily migrate away from Roblox like many assume, says Newzoo's director of market intelligence.

PC Gamer · Sep 19, 2025

Helldivers 2’s Xbox launch boosts revenue to fourth place, Battlefield 6 surges in engagement

Following its Xbox launch, Helldivers 2 shot to fourth place in terms of revenue in August, with Battlefield 6's Open Beta also making it third in player engagement.

Windows Central · Sep 19, 2025

Do PC Gaming Revenue Earn More from Microtransactions Than Selling the Actual Game?

The PC gaming industry's bread and butter is microtransactions, and they earn more here than selling the actual game, says a study.

Player One · Apr 17, 2025

GTA 6 could spark a comeback that consoles need as PC revenue overtakes with growth

PC revenue has overtaken consoles in the last three years. Can Grand Theft Auto VI tip the scales in favor of Xbox?

Windows Central · Apr 14, 2025

Industry report says Steam users play more noncompetitive games than console players—and our interest in PvE keeps growing

There's more to life than a K/D ratio.

PC Gamer · Apr 10, 2025

Tariffs Could Push GTA 6 Over $100 — But Gamers Still Set to Splurge on Switch 2 and More

Tariffs threaten the price of games like GTA 6, potentially pushing its cost beyond $100, but this isn't dampening overall excitement in the gaming world.

International Business Times UK · Apr 9, 2025

Battle royale interest is shrinking but Fortnite has a larger slice of the pie than ever, according to new industry report

Folks aren't playing battle royales as much as they used to.

PC Gamer · Apr 8, 2025

The specter of a GTA 6 delay haunts the games industry: 'Some companies are going to tank' if they guess wrong, says analyst

Will GTA 6 actually release in 2025? It's what everyone in the business wants to know.

PC Gamer · Mar 22, 2025

Overwatch 2 fights back — closing the gap with Marvel Rivals

According to the latest gaming industry data, Overwatch 2 took back some ground from Marvel Rivals, but the latter game remains firmly in the lead.

Windows Central · Mar 20, 2025