A landmark $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund signals a major shift in gaming industry power dynamics. Simultaneously, new ad-supported cloud gaming models and vibrant grassroots initiatives highlight both corporate and community-driven change. These developments reflect growing tensions between monetization, inclusivity, and nostalgia in gaming.
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