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S7E207 Episode 207: GameStop is Too Fail to Big (News Show)
Ryan Cohen was only offered store credit as trade-in value for his time as GameStop CEO, so he's trying to buy eBay in one of the most foolish business moves we've ever seen. Also: Circana Report on…
S7E206 Episode 206: Epic Fail (News Show)
With Epic laying off 1,000 people, the game industry job market has gone from "extremely chilly" to "nearing absolute zero." Also: a recap of GDC's challenged year, Circana Report on U.S spending for…
S7E205 Episode 205: Amy Hood Draws Blood - Spencer and Bond Out (Earnings Show)
This was supposed to be a show just about earnings. All we wanted to do was cover the earnings… but Sony closed Bluepoint, Nintendo is releasing $20 Pokemon ROMs, and Microsoft appears to have ousted…
S7E204 Episode 204: Ubisoft's Hail Mary (News Show)
Ubisoft employees are prepared to strike over a recent return-to-office mandate and extreme cost-cutting. Also: Circana Report on U.S. Video Game Spending for December 2025 and full year 2025, That's…
S7E203 Episode 203: The Last Gasp of Virtual Reality (Season 7 Premiere)
2026 is putting us through our paces right out of the gate. We're hanging onto hope, but layoffs, consolidation, and private equity loom over us like a shadow. On this episode: an update on…
S6E202 Episode 202: The Last Gasp of a Brutal Year (Season Finale)
2025 has continued the trend of layoffs, consolidation, and privatization. The gulf between AAA and everyone else is widening, as the AI bubble strains before an inevitable burst. With November's…
S6E201 Episode 201: No Matter Who Buys Warner Bros., We Lose (News Show)
Warner Bros. is selling itself like a $1.50 hot dog at Costco, and everyone wants a bite. Before the weekend, Netflix looked like it had a clear path to regulatory review. But now, New Paramount is…
S6E200 Episode 200: Amazon Primed for Gaming Exit (News Show) - Part Two
We're joined by two special guests on this milestone episode. Please welcome Andy Pan (the only person who has previously co-hosted a show with us) and Greg Alderton, Virtual Economy's lead…
S6E200 Episode 200: Amazon Primed for Gaming Exit (News Show) - Part One
We're joined by two special guests on this milestone episode. Please welcome Andy Pan (the only person who has previously co-hosted a show with us) and Greg Alderton, Virtual Economy's lead…
S6E199 Episode 199: Game Pass Abdicates 'Best Value in Gaming' Throne (News Show)
With prices skyrocketing this generation, Microsoft has increased costs on Game Pass' top tier while cutting offerings on others. We discuss the broader implications as price-sensitive players get…
S6E12 Bonus Episode 12: EA Sells Its Soul (News Show)
EA is going private in a $55 Billion deal. Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, and Silver Lake will own the company after the deal closes in Q1 FY27. We discuss…
S6 Bonus Episode 11: The PAX West 2025 Roundup
PAX West 2025 felt like home for the first time since the COVID-19 lockdown ended. We recap our favorite games and tech from the show. You can support Virtual Economy's growth via our Ko-Fi and also…
S6E198 Episode 198: Bungie Jump (News Show)
Following the flagging performance of Destiny 2 and Marathon woes, Sony has jettisoned embattled Bungie studio head Pete Parsons. They've also announced significant hikes on PS5 prices. Also: Another…
S6E197 Episode 197: Krafton Tries to Sink Subnautica Suit (News Show)
Krafton's response to the Unknown Worlds lawsuit hinges on one key element: the interpretation of the Equity Purchase Agreement. Also, lots of earnings, Roblox is under fire from the state of…
S6E196 Episode 196: We Have Horizon: Zero Dawn at Home (News Show)
INT. POSH HOTEL SUITE - DAY TENCENT: Hey, Sony. Can we make a Horizon game? SONY: Nah. We good. TENCENT: Oh okay. Bummer. SONY: WHAT THE F—- So yeah… Sony is suing Tencent for what it calls a…
S6E195 Episode 195: The Quarter Billion Dollar Subnautica Showdown (News Show)
In 2021, Krafton splashed huge cash on Subnautica dev Unknown Worlds. Now, the publisher may find out that buyer's remorse isn't a reason for violating a contract. Also… Ubisoft Earnings Circana…
S6E194 Episode 194: Xbox Gutted (News Show)
Following strong financial performance in its gaming division, Microsoft is taking a machete to its work force and its future as a serious competitor. Is this the brand's Red Ring of Death? Also,…
S6E193 Episode 193: Switch 2's Best Feature is Potential (News Show)
With our Switch 2 in-hand, we're ready to give you our early feelings about the console in this challenging market. Also: SO many earnings. Like… SO many. Nintendo, Sony, EA, Take-Two, Remedy,…
S6E192 Episode 192: PAX East Takes A MAGFest Turn (News Show)
PAX East isn't the show it was 10 years ago. With most AAA developers staying away, indies take center stage. Also: Circana report for April 2025, GameStop sells off its Canadian holdings, Curve…
S6E191 Episode 191: Who Can Even Afford to Be a Gamer Anymore? (News Show)
Microsoft is jacking prices on hardware, software, and peripherals. With costs going up while interest in Microsoft's offerings declining, we have to wonder if Microsoft is applying pressure to push…
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