Single Player Games Triumph as Publishers Struggle with Risky, Costly Live Service Models
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Many publishers are pushing for more live service games, but these are very expensive and risky to develop and maintain.
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Warner Bros.' Suicide Squad game seems to be struggling at launch, while Hogwarts Legacy has sold tremendously well without live service elements.
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Sony overcommitted to live services and had high profile failures, now saying they will remain focused on single player games.
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It's easier for players to commit to single player games with a clear ending rather than live service games that require long-term engagement.
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Publishers should focus on making good quality games rather than trying to force unsuitable IPs into unsuccessful live service models that players don't want.