Video Game News Stories For February 19, 2024

Industry Warnings from the 1983 Video Game Crash

The video game industry is facing challenges reminiscent of the 1983 video game crash. High costs of big-budget game development are making traditional game development untenable, a problem most companies seem reluctant to admit. The industry is in dire need of a savior to prevent a repeat of history.

IGN’s Top Stories

IGN’s top stories today include a review of Skull and Bones, and the news that the Nintendo Switch 2 has reportedly been delayed to the early months of 2025. Helldivers 2 has also been in the spotlight with guides and tips being shared for players. The DICE Awards 2024 winners were announced, with Baldur’s Gate 3 and Spider-Man 2 taking the top spots.

GameSpot’s Latest Updates

GameSpot’s latest updates include news about the Nintendo Switch 2, which might now release in 2025. There’s also news about a first-person Star Wars Mandalorian game reportedly in the works at Respawn. In addition, Helldivers 2 is paying out extra in-game bonuses to make up for an unsquished bug.

USATODAY’s Gaming News

USATODAY’s gaming news includes updates about the best video games of 2023 for kids and grownups. There’s also news about ‘The Legend of Zelda’ video game becoming a live-action movie. In addition, Netflix is planning to expand its video game offerings to subscribers in a new trial.

In conclusion, the video game industry is buzzing with news and updates. From industry warnings to game reviews and upcoming releases, there’s something for every gaming enthusiast.

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Netflix is Developing a Live-Action ‘Legend of Zelda’ Series

“The Legend of Zelda,” one of the most popular videogame series of all time, is in the works as a television show at Netflix. The video streaming service is in the early stages of developing a live action series based on “Zelda,” about an ordinary boy named Link who must rescue a princess named Zelda and save a fantasy world called Hyrule, said a person familiar with the matter. As it seeks writers to work on the show, Netflix is describing it as “Game of Thrones” for a family audience, this person said. The “Zelda” games have traditionally included swords and sorcery, like “Game of Thrones” or “Lord of the Rings,” but typically with a more light-hearted, kid-friendly tone. Netflix is said to be working closely with Nintendo, the Japanese game developer that has made about 20 “The Legend of Zelda” games since the original, which was released in the U.S. in 1987. Nintendo is very protective of its intellectual property and has allowed few adaptations over the years. An animated “Legend of Zelda” series ran for just one season in 1989. A 1993 movie based on Nintendo’s “Super Mario Bros.” was an infamous bomb. As it is still seeking a writer to work on the series, Netflix has a long road to travel before a “Legend of Zelda” series actually becomes a reality. It’s also possible that Netflix or Nintendo will kill the project before it gets off the ground. A Netflix spokeswoman declined to comment. A Nintendo spokeswoman did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Netflix launches Max content recommendation program for PS3

Meet Max, a new Netflix experience on PlayStation 3 that helps you find something great to watch in a fun, conversational way.

Netflix PS3 app updated with improved subtitles, faster scanning

Halo: Forward Unto Dawn ~ Now Available to Stream on Netflix Instant Watch

I'm going to watch this on my PS3, just because I can.

Question!

I just finished Eden of The East last night on Netflix, (even both movies) what else is on the same lines as that series that's good? Any recommendations?