With so many games fighting for players’ attention and interest losing out over time, time sink games are at risk of losing steam eventually.
A new survey from the Game Developer Collective shows concerns over video games’ monetization methods, particularly as it pertains to live-service games.
600 developers were interviewed between February and March 2024. The live service label, according to a respective 67 percent and 53 percent of devs, are defined by their frequent updates and in-app purchases.