"Former Blizzard President Advocates for Player Tipping of Game Developers"
TL;DR
Former Blizzard president Mike Ybarra suggests that players should have the option to tip developers after completing a game, citing exceptional gaming experiences that warrant additional compensation. This proposal comes amidst ongoing frustration from players over the $70 price tag for games and the subsequent implementation of microtransactions. Ybarra's suggestion has sparked debate within the gaming community, with some pointing out existing methods of supporting developers and others expressing concerns about the potential implications of a tipping model.
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- Former Blizzard President Thinks Tipping Game Creators Is Great Idea 80.lv
- Former Blizzard boss Mike Ybarra would like to "tip" developers Eurogamer.net
- Former Blizzard President Says Players Should Be Able to 'Tip' Developers GameRant
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