Episode 220 - The Video Game Industry's "Race To The Bottom"

In this episode...
--> Microsoft has officially announced layoffs of 3,200 people at Xbox, approximately 20% of the Xbox workforce and the fourth such culling since January 2024.
--> The world is still reeling from Sony’s announcement last week that it will no longer be creating video game discs starting January 2028, but analysts are saying there is nothing fans can do to change the company's mind.
--> Nintendo will stop selling Switch consoles in Europe and some other markets in February 2027, weeks shy of the system's 10th anniversary. 
--> Also: Top 3 New Releases, Gaming History 101

Help support ShrfSnax (a.k.a. Brandon) in his fight against cancer:  https://gofund.me/5d7c63a15

Visit out merch store at gamers-week-podcast.creator-spring.com

We love our sponsors! Please help us support those who support us!
- Check out the Retro Game Club Podcast at linktr.ee/retrogameclub
- Connect with CafeBTW at youtube.com/@LoveRetroBTW
- Get creative with Pixel Pond production company at pixelpondllc.com
- Visit Absolutely the Best Podcast: A Work in Progress at linktr.ee/absolutelythebest

**Use this link to get a $20 credit when you upgrade to a paid podcast hosting plan on Buzzsprout! buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1884378

**Get 15% off gaming chairs at blacklyte.com/Gamersweekpodcast using code GWP26!

Hosts: donniegretro, wrytersview, retrogamebrews
Opening theme: "Gamers Week Theme" by Akseli Takanen
Patron theme: "Chiptune Boss" by donniegretro
Closing theme: "Gamers Week Full-Length Theme" by Akseli Takanen