Topic: digital ownership
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GOG Splits From CD Projekt, Remains DRM-Free
GOG has officially become an independent company, separating from CD Projekt to reinforce its core mission of offering DRM-free games and ensuring true player ownership. The platform's founding DRM-free philosophy, established in 2007, is a significant commitment in a market often reliant on onli...
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Stop Killing Games: A Consumer Revolt Reshaping Digital Distribution
The "Stop Killing Games" movement highlights a consumer rights issue where always-online games can become permanently unplayable after server shutdowns, challenging the notion of what players actually own when they purchase a license. Current consumer protection laws offer little recourse for pla...
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Gamers & Experts Drive Brand Growth in the Creator Economy
Gaming platforms and digital creators are helping brands authentically engage Gen Z through esports and social communities, with strategic influencer partnerships and brand safety measures. Creator-driven marketing empowers influencers to monetize independently via platforms like TikTok and Twitc...
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Red Dead Redemption's Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade Is Live
The free Xbox Series X|S upgrade for Red Dead Redemption is now available, though players are advised to claim it promptly as the offer currently shows a limited-time expiration. The launch was marred by technical issues that prevented many from accessing the upgrade, which Rockstar acknowledged ...
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PlayStation Portal Update Shows Sony Needs a New Handheld
The PlayStation Portal's major software update enables cloud streaming for over 3,000 personally owned digital games, significantly expanding its utility beyond just mirroring a local PS5. Despite its commercial success and incremental improvements, the device remains fundamentally a streaming ac...
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