Posted 3/5/2024, 8:11:21 PM
Warner Bros. Shifts Gaming Strategy Toward Live Services and Mobile Despite Suicide Squad Setback
- Warner Bros. wants to invest more in live service games despite Suicide Squad disappointing
- CEO acknowledges volatility of AAA console game market, using Hogwarts Legacy success and Suicide Squad's failure as examples
- Looking to expand mobile & free-to-play offerings based on major franchises like Mortal Kombat, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter & DC
- Impact of effort estimated in 2025-2027; more mobile free-to-play titles coming this year
- Interested in ongoing live service games around brands like Harry Potter rather than "one-and-done" console releases