AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNintendo Price Shock: Nintendo confirmed Switch console and Nintendo Switch Online price hikes—Japan starts May 25, with the rest of the world following Sept 1—citing rising hardware costs. Fan Buzz: Mortal Kombat II is getting loud praise for upgraded fight choreography and game Easter eggs, with audiences calling it a “fixed everything” sequel. Handheld Hype: Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Switch 2 is still rumored for July after performance concerns and a retailer leak tied to Shadow of the Erdtree. AI Backlash: The industry’s pushback on AI in game development keeps growing, with new hiring signals (and scrutiny) adding fuel. Release Countdown: The Dark Pictures: Directive 8020 lands May 12, with official global unlock times varying by region. Regulation Crackdown: Florida shut down a multi-location illegal gambling operation (“Operation Silent Spin”), seizing 265 machines. Wishlist Watch: Subnautica 2 crossed 5M Steam wishlists and begins pre-downloads ahead of early access.
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