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Piscatella shared some interesting video game hardware sales data on BlueSky for the week of November 22nd. The best-selling item was a Switch 2 bundle that included Mario Kart World, followed by the Nex Playground. The digital version of the PS5 Slim with 1TB of storage came in third. It’s important to remember that there are many different versions of the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S available – different bundles and storage sizes – and each one is counted as a separate item. So, the data from Circana doesn’t show the total number of Switch 2, PS5, or Xbox Series X|S consoles sold, just individual configurations.

When asked about rising game development costs, Sega executives stated they’ll focus on using the most effective development techniques. They indicated that if artificial intelligence – a growing trend in the gaming industry – proves to be the best option, they’ll utilize it, though not necessarily for every aspect of development. They plan to integrate AI where it makes sense.

Dave Chappelle is widely regarded as a comedy legend and has been a hugely popular stand-up comedian for many years.

The show has cleverly evolved into a backstory for The Shining, focusing on Dick Hallorann (Chris Chalk). He has the ability to read minds and see ghosts, which is why he understands Danny Torrance’s special powers when they cross paths at the Overlook Hotel.

Baek Ah-jin, played by Kim Yoo-jung, has always depended on Yoon Jun-seo and Kim Jae-oh to maintain the carefully constructed image she presents to the world. Recently, she decided to marry the influential CEO, Moon Do-hyuk, hoping he can help her hide a troubling past.

Dennis Webster was startled awake at his Grand Valley, California home late at night by his doorbell. When he went to investigate, he found no one outside. He then checked his doorbell camera to see who had rung it.

REAL MOON will offer the most realistic exploration of the Moon ever seen in a game.

RealRTCW is a major update to the classic game Return to Castle Wolfenstein. It gives the game a visual overhaul with improved textures and supports modern widescreen resolutions. Gameplay has been redesigned to be more realistic and difficult, and the enemy AI is much smarter. A new survival mode challenges players to withstand increasingly tough waves of enemies.

Destiny 2 received a new expansion called Renegades on December 2nd. While it shares some similarities with previous expansions, it’s unique in its inspiration – drawing heavily from the Star Wars universe. Don’t expect to visit the Star Wars galaxy or meet Jedi and stormtroopers, though! Instead, you’ll find yourself in a dangerous, lawless region called the Frontier, where criminal groups are fighting for control. As a renegade, you can get involved… if you’re willing to work for a price.

Owen Mahoney led Nexon as CEO from 2014 to 2024, and a key decision during his tenure was the 2019 acquisition of Embark Studios. Despite pushback from investors and the board, he chose to invest in the recently founded studio.