Video game sales took a significant hit in 2021, reflecting a troubling trend that many gamers might not be willing to accept: the pandemic’s impact on game development has led to a surge in unfinished and unoptimized releases. This week, I dive into the details of the latest Overwatch Winter Wonderland event and share my thoughts on the new skins that dropped, highlighting both the hits and misses. Additionally, I compare the gaming performance of Windows 10 and Windows 11, revealing that upgrading may not be worth it just yet. As we explore why 2021 was a rough year for gaming, it becomes clear that many titles felt rushed and incomplete, leaving players frustrated. Join me as I unpack these issues and discuss what this means for the future of gaming and how we can manage our expectations moving forward.
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Takeaways:
- Video game sales have significantly declined, showcasing a 10% drop from last year.
- Overwatch’s Winter Wonderland 2021 brings exciting skins, but lacks new content overall.
- The transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 shows minimal performance differences, especially for AMD.
- 2021 was marred by unfinished game releases, reflecting the struggles of pandemic-era development.
- Gamers are disappointed with many AAA titles being released in an incomplete state.
- Expectations for game releases need to be managed to alleviate community frustrations.
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Companies mentioned in this episode:
- Siemens Energy
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