"Indie Game Devs Face Diminishing Funding from Microsoft and Epic"
TL;DR
Indie game developers are facing challenges as funding from big corporations like Microsoft and Epic for Game Pass deals reportedly dries up, making it harder for smaller studios to finance their projects. Deals for putting games on Game Pass and the Epic Games Store have decreased in scope, impacting the financial security of indie teams. As subscriber numbers plateau and growth slows, the situation reflects a need for more conservative funding approaches, potentially affecting Sony and PS Plus as well.
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