The GamesIndustry.biz Podcast: Platform Holders and the Pandemic
Latest episode discusses The Last of Us delay, Xbox's next-gen launch plans, and Nintendo's rumoured Mario collection
Matt, Brendan, Rebekah, Chris and James gather to discuss the latest news from the games industry - this week, focusing on the three platform holders.
First, we discuss the delay to The Last Of Us: Part II and the various factors that would have influenced this. Sony will be contending not just with the distribution logistics of a disrupted world, but also the challenging of marketing a game about living in the aftermath of a devastating virus.
Next, we unpack Phil Spencer's comments about how Microsoft aims to avoid a staggered launch for Xbox Series X -- a conversation that inevitably leads to the likelihood of one or both next-generation consoles being delayed.
Finally, we touch on rumours that Nintendo will release a 35th anniversary Mario collection for Switch this Christmas, and how this might prove to be a strong counter to the launch of a new Xbox and PlayStation.
Throughout the episode, we also discuss how video games are helping people cope with isolation, social distancing and lockdown measures in certain countries.
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