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gaming21 days ago•3 min saved

Sony Tests Unofficial 'Wallet Credit' Rewards on Select PS Store Titles

Sony Interactive Entertainment appears to be testing an unannounced rewards program on the PlayStation Store. Users in the US and potentially other regions are receiving $10 in wallet credit for purchasing specific recent titles, including 'The Blood of Dawnwalker' and 'Star Wars Zero Company'. This initiative follows the discontinuation of the PlayStation Stars loyalty program in 2025 and may signal a shift toward digital-only incentives.

via Eurogamer.net|

#digital-gaming #gaming #loyalty-programs

technology3 months ago•44 min saved

Disc-Free PS: A Sony Veteran Explains Digital-First Gaming and Loyalty's Future

In an exclusive interview, former Sony Interactive Entertainment SVP Gordon Thornton argues that a disc-free, all-digital PlayStation era is inevitable as Sony moves away from physical releases after January 2028. He notes the PlayStation Store already commands roughly 80–85% of the market and physical retail is waning, and urges loyalty programs to evolve by tightly tying rewards to in-game mechanics and even real-money rewards. Thornton cautions against copying generic loyalty formulas and points to success stories (e.g., ZBD/TapNation) that boosted retention and revenue, while explaining that publishers set MSRPs and Sony doesn’t unilaterally control pricing. The interview frames a shift toward digital ecosystems that maximize lifetime value, even as the industry puzzles over price and accessibility in a rapidly digital landscape.

via Insider Gaming|

#digital-gaming #loyalty-programs #playstation-stars

business1 year ago•1 min saved

Hasbro's Q2 Earnings Rise on Magic: The Gathering Growth and Eased Tariffs

Hasbro's Q2 earnings exceeded expectations, driven by record growth in 'Magic: The Gathering' and digital gaming, leading to a stock rally near a three-year high despite a slight revenue decline and a net loss due to goodwill impairment. The company provided a positive full-year outlook, with mid-single-digit revenue growth expected in 2025.

via MarketWatch|

#business #digital-gaming #earnings

gamingtech2 years ago•2 min saved

"Xbox President Initiates Game Preservation and Forward Compatibility Team Amid Next Gen Console Development"

Xbox president Sarah Bond reaffirms the company's commitment to game preservation and backwards compatibility, stating that a new team is dedicated to these matters. Despite the shift towards digital gaming and the potential challenges it poses for game preservation, Xbox remains focused on maintaining the playability of older Xbox games for future generations. The company's plans for game preservation are expected to be further addressed during the annual Xbox Showcase on July 9.

via Kotaku|

#backwards-compatibility #digital-gaming #game-preservation

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Xbox's Phil Spencer Affirms Support for Physical Games Amid Digital Shift Speculation"

Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, reassures fans that Xbox is not abandoning physical media, stating that the company's strategy does not depend on a shift to all-digital. While supportive of physical media, Spencer acknowledges concerns about the future of console disc drives and their associated costs. Despite this, he emphasizes that Microsoft's strategy does not revolve around eliminating physical games. However, it's worth noting that Xbox recently confirmed the digital-only release of the highly anticipated sequel Hellblade 2.

via TrueAchievements|

#digital-gaming #gaming #microsoft

gaming2 years ago•0 min saved

"Xbox CEO Phil Spencer Stands Firm on Physical Media Amid Digital Shift Rumors"

Xbox boss Phil Spencer states that Microsoft's strategy does not rely on a shift to all-digital gaming and that the company will continue to offer games in both physical and digital formats, following the preferences of the majority of its customers.

via The Verge|

#digital-gaming #gaming #microsoft

gaming3 years ago•1 min saved

Walmart's Potential Shift Away from Physical Games Sparks Speculation

Walmart is rumored to be discontinuing the sale of physical Xbox games in the new year, according to claims made by Limited Run Games CEO, Josh Fairhurst. This follows Best Buy's decision to phase out physical media sales. As the gaming industry increasingly shifts towards digital gaming and cloud streaming services, physical media is becoming less popular. Fairhurst predicts that Walmart and potentially other retailers will make further cuts to physical gaming sections in 2024.

via Insider Gaming|

#digital-gaming #gaming #gaming-industry