TWIG #288 Fortnite in Trouble, Anime Girl Horse Racing, and Switch’s New Life

Deconstructor of Fun

English - June 27, 2024 17:14 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB - ★★★★★ - 84 ratings
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With Miska discovering the true meaning of Tinto Verano, the crew convenes to celebrate Eric’s promotion to senior consultant. Meanwhile, Jen reminds us that Rocket League isn’t a real football game, and Eric finally finds a VC investment with scale. Phil stares down Fortnite numbers while Laura reminds us Switch is the train that keeps chugging. Plus, anime girl horse racing.

00:00 Intro
03:05 Shills
08:39 Apple's Legal Troubles with the EUDMA
12:52 FIFA and Rocket League Partnership
15:01 Investments and M&A
26:47 Executive Departures and Speculations
33:22 Tango Closure Mystery
34:21 Dungeon Fighter's Mobile Success
36:10 New Games
47:46 Nintendo Direct Highlights
57:32 Epic's Mobile Strategy and Fortnite's Future

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