TWIG #311 Musk Enters the Game, Archero 2 Aims for the Bullseye, PlayStation Goes Portable

In this episode of This Week in Games, we dive into the intriguing rumors surrounding a potential new PlayStation Portable and discuss Elon Musk’s rumored AI game studio, which could reshape innovation in the space. On the business side, we analyze the closure of Ubisoft studios and the enduring popularity of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.  In mobile gaming, we spotlight Habby’s big launches, including Capybara Go and Archero 2, before discussing Path of Exile 2's early access success.  Plus, we compare two heavyweight Eastern shooters, Marvel Rivals and Delta Force, and examine why so many new MOBAs struggle to gain traction.  Don’t miss this deep dive into the industry’s most exciting stories! Chapters: 02:48 Shills04:17 Hybrid Casual Playbook Release04:38 App Monetization Report10:30 Fortnite's Record-Breaking Season14:29 PlayStation Portable Rumors16:47 Elon Musk's AI Game Studio18:39 Investments and M&A24:33 Ubisoft Studio Shutdowns30:07 Pokemon Trading Card Game Success35:37 Habby's Big Launches: Capybara Go and Archero 240:44 Path of Exile 2 Early Access43:18 Battle of the Eastern Shooters: Marvel Rivals vs. Delta Force48:27 The Struggles of New MOBAs56:51 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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Deconstructor of Fun podcast is created by games professionals for games professionals. We explore the business side of the games industry with the goal of bringing listeners content that is relevant, insightful, and entertaining on a weekly basis. Hosts: Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/ Eric Kress @ekress www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/ Laura Taranto @laurataranto www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/ Phillip Black @econosopher www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/ Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdonahoe