Game Developers Express Concern Over Sustainability of Live Service Models

A recent survey reveals that 70% of game developers are worried about the long-term viability of live service games, citing competition and rising costs as major concerns.

• A survey of 600 game developers highlights growing unease about the sustainability of live service models, with 70% expressing concern.
• Developers fear that player disinterest and competition from other live service games could undermine these models.
• Rising costs for user acquisition and development are also major factors contributing to concerns about the model's future.
• Some developers are reconsidering traditional monetization strategies, such as paid DLC and upfront game payments.
• Industry shifts toward live service games continue despite developer reservations, with major companies like Warner Bros Discovery focusing on expanding these models.

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