Console Gaming Revenue Fell In 2024 Thanks To Premium Game Revenue Dropping

2024 saw Premium Games contribute approximately $19.9 billion to console gaming’s overall revenue, which amounted to around 46% of the $42.8 billion earned that year. This made Premium Games the largest contributor among all business models. However, it was the only model experiencing a decline in revenue on this platform. (This paragraph attempts to simplify and rephrase the original text while maintaining its key points.)

Why Pokémon Legends: Z-A Must Shine a Light on Volcanion, the Hidden Gem of Gen 6!

In the primary series of Pokemon games, there are two distinct categories of seldom seen and potent Pokemon: Legendaries and Mythicals. These Pokemon are highly respected across different game worlds for their roles in shaping or greatly influencing the universe. Unlike Legendary Pokemon, who often take on god-like forms and symbolize the games themselves, Mythical Pokemon are usually diminutive creatures that can only be captured under unique conditions. For instance, the Gen 3 Mythical Pokemon Jirachi could only be acquired in either Pokemon Ruby or Sapphire by transferring it from the Pokemon Colosseum bonus disc. Similarly, other Mythical Pokemon, like Volcanion, were obtainable exclusively through limited-time events.

Which PS3/Xbox 360 Classic Will Nightdive Remaster Next? Fans Decide!

It’s hard to accept that Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 consoles are now considered retro by many gamers, especially those who fondly remember their youth with these systems. The closing of the digital marketplace for Xbox 360 by Microsoft last summer left fans reeling, as they rushed to secure digital games that were not carried forward to the Xbox One or Series X/S eras. Interestingly, the previous year saw a resurgence in remastering games initially released on these consoles, with Capcom bringing out the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster and Grasshopper Manufacture releasing updated versions of popular character action games like Lollipop Chainsaw and Shadows of the Damned.

Exploring the Simple Side of South of Midnight

The newest game from Compulsion Games, now under the Xbox Game Studios label, is titled “South of Midnight“. This action-adventure game is steeped in folklore and follows Hazel, a young woman who has recently found out she possesses supernatural Weaving skills. Aside from employing these newfound abilities to fight off ethereal Haints, Hazel utilizes her Weaving magic to navigate the dreamlike world of “South of Midnight>”. Although the exploration mechanics may not impress, they are perfectly suited for the game’s needs.

Zelda: Wind Waker HD Returning to Switch 2?

Previously, the initial “The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker” was upgraded for high-definition (HD) on the Nintendo Wii U in 2013, but regrettably, this enhanced version hasn’t been transferred to the Nintendo Switch. There have been whispers that “Zelda: The Wind Waker HD” might be moved to either the original Nintendo Switch or the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2, but these expectations seem to have been squashed as it was declared that “The Wind Waker” would instead be incorporated into Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, which is part of a fresh endeavor to bring GameCube games onto Nintendo’s subscription service.

Is Five Nights At Freddy’s 2 About to Redefine Horror? Find Out Here!

There is still plenty of time until the release of “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” in December 2025, but fans can catch a glimpse of the upcoming sequel thanks to a teaser trailer shared by Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum. Notable cast members like Matthew Lillard and Josh Hutcherson will reappear in their iconic roles from the 2023 film, making it intriguing to find out what’s next for characters like William Afton and Mike Schmidt. As usual, the animatronics continue to cause chaos, and based on the trailer, they seem to be even more menacing this time around.

Xbox Game Pass Shocks Fans with 2 Exciting Day 1 Releases Coming in June 2025!

By having an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership, users can experience online multiplayer gaming, take advantage of special deals, and play every first-day release game on both Xbox consoles and personal computers. Even though it may be frustrating that the tiers of Xbox Game Pass initially changed, those who frequently engage in online multiplayer games were probably already subscribed to the Ultimate tier.

Rematch Gets June 19 Release Date, Open Beta This Month

Apart from confirming a June launch, it was also revealed that there’ll be an open beta for the game Rematch, happening between April 18th and 19th. Players can register for this beta on the game’s official website. During the beta testing, players will have the opportunity to participate in both 5v5 and 4v4 matches. This open beta is accessible for gamers using PC, Xbox Series X|S, or PlayStation 5 systems.