Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 01/31 – Weird Gaming News
Jan 31, 2023
The podcast dives into the curious state of gaming, questioning whether VR is fizzling out. E3 might be losing its relevance, with major players like Xbox and Sony opting out. The discussion also touches on financial woes at Stripe and Twitter under Musk's ownership. Excitingly, Mercedes-Benz introduces the first Level 3 autonomous driving system in the U.S., changing the game for automotive tech. Plus, there's a look at generative AI’s role in coding, sparking ideas for new innovations!
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VR Gaming's Uncertain Future
- Sony cut its PlayStation VR2 shipment forecast in half due to disappointing pre-orders.
- This raises questions about VR gaming's mainstream appeal despite the PSVR2's upcoming launch and anticipated titles.
E3's Uncertain Future
- Xbox, Nintendo, and Sony will not attend E3 2023, a major gaming industry event.
- This raises concerns about the future of E3 and its relevance in the gaming world.
Showtime and Paramount+ Merger
- Paramount plans to merge Showtime's streaming service with Paramount Plus.
- This consolidation aims for cost savings and a unified streaming experience but raises concerns about the streaming industry's financial viability.