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Players can expect new free games every week from the Epic Games Store on mobile, with the first titles being Super Meat Boy Forever and Eastern Exorcist available for free until March 27.
LEGO is shifting towards developing its own video games, as announced by CEO Niels Christiansen. The company aims to enhance its creative capabilities in the digital space, offering engaging experiences for children in both digital and physical formats. LEGO plans to make strategic investments aligned with its long-term vision, rather than overextending into new areas. Historically, LEGO has worked with external developers like TT Games but is now taking a more hands-on role in game development, while still potentially maintaining some partnerships, such as with Epic Games for LEGO Fortnite.
Nintendo has established a unique position in the gaming industry by focusing on its legacy and the joy it brings to players, rather than competing directly with advancements in PC gaming. The success of the Nintendo Switch has reinforced its status as a leading gaming company, akin to Disney in the film industry. Nintendo's characters, like Mario, have become iconic and are recognized across generations, contributing to the company's sustained success. The company has produced influential games that have shaped the industry, and its characters are integrated into everyday life through various merchandise and experiences. Nintendo prioritizes creating engaging gameplay over cutting-edge hardware, as demonstrated by the innovative motion controls of the Wii. The company's commitment to its unique vision and individuality has allowed it to thrive without conforming to industry trends, maintaining strong consumer loyalty and anticipation for future releases.
Console manufacturers have historically neglected the PC platform as a revenue source. Microsoft has shifted its strategy by releasing games on PC and PlayStation, while Sony has begun to release more PS4 and PS5 titles on Steam, including the successful simultaneous launch of Helldivers 2 on both PS5 and PC. Shuhei Yoshida, a former Sony executive, indicated that he had envisioned bringing Sony games to PC earlier but faced resistance within the company. He noted that releasing games on PC could attract players to buy PlayStations in the future and highlighted the financial benefits of porting games to PC, which is cheaper than creating new titles. Yoshida also emphasized the importance of the Chinese PC gaming market, citing the success of titles like Black Myth: Wukong. He speculated on the absence of Bloodborne on PC and expressed that he would have resisted Sony's shift towards live-service games if possible.
The Epic Games Store's total user base reached 295 million in 2024, an increase of 25 million from the previous year. The Epic ecosystem expanded to 898 million cross-platform accounts, a rise of 94 million from 2023. In 2024, 1,100 new games were released, bringing the total number of titles to over 4,000. Users claimed more than 595 million free games, averaging a total value of 9 per player. The Epic Games Store launcher improved loading times to a third of what they were in early 2023 for 95% of users. Upcoming features include a download manager, gifting options, preloading capabilities, and enhanced social features.
Epic Games Store attracted 295 million PC players over the past year, an increase of 25 million since 2023. The platform has 898 million Epic cross-platform accounts, up by 94 million, with a collective playtime of 2.68 billion hours. The game catalog expanded by 1,100 new titles, supported by Self-Publishing Tools allowing developers to retain 100 percent of their revenue. The Free Games Program has provided over ,000 worth of premium PC titles through 89 giveaways, continuing into 2025. Daily Active Users (DAU) peaked at 37.2 million, while Monthly Active Users (MAU) declined slightly from 75 million to 74 million. DAU increased by 6 percent to 31.5 million, and MAU grew by 6 percent to 67.2 million. Popular titles include Genshin Impact, Rocket League, Honkai Star Rail, GTA 5, and Fortnite. The Now on Epic program will extend until January 31, 2026, including mobile games. Third-party gametime rose from 2.41 billion hours in 2023 to 2.68 billion in 2024, an 11 percent year-over-year growth. The Walt Disney Company acquired a .5 billion stake in Epic Games, initiating a multi-year partnership for a games and entertainment universe linked to Fortnite.
Netflix offers free mobile games through its service that can be played on smartphones or tablets. The games are available in the Netflix mobile app and are included with a Netflix membership. Currently, the games are only available on Android, with iOS support coming soon. The games are downloadable and not streamed, and some may require an internet connection to play. The games are compatible with most current Android devices, but specific device requirements are not listed by Netflix.
The Epic Games Store has launched its annual winter sale, offering a total of 16 free PC games throughout the event. The first free game is The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, available until 8 AM on December 19. The winter sale will last until 11 AM on January 9, 2025, and includes a ten percent reward on all purchases, up from the usual five percent.
The Epic Games Store is offering nine free games for download this week, including the Castlevania Anniversary Collection and the standalone game Snakebird. The promotion runs until November 21, and once redeemed, the games remain permanently in the user's library without any costs. The Castlevania Anniversary Collection includes eight classic titles: Castlevania, Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest, Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse, Super Castlevania IV, Castlevania: The Adventure, Castlevania II: Belmont’s Revenge, Castlevania: Bloodlines, and Kid Dracula, along with a unique eBook about the franchise. Completing all titles in the Castlevania collection takes approximately 20 to 30 hours, while Snakebird takes about 3 to 10 hours to finish. A free Epic Games Store account is required to access the games.
Monster Hunter Outlanders is a new mobile game spinoff of the Monster Hunter series developed by TiMi Studio Group. It offers an open-world survival experience with solo and co-op gameplay for up to four players. The game features multiple biomes, a crafting system, and a unique battle system optimized for mobile devices. It will be available on both iOS and Android platforms, with beta tests conducted in select regions before the official launch.
