Analysis of the gaming industry
The line between “App” and “Game” is getting blurry. For years, gamers understood the difference between a web app and a native game without needing a technical explanation.
The new backlog is a billing cycle. For years, gamers talked about the backlog like it was a shelf problem. Too many discs. Too many Steam sale pickups.
For years, the gaming industry has pushed forward under a simple assumption: players will keep paying.
The gaming industry in 2026 sits at a fascinating crossroads. On one side are mega-corporations with billion-dollar budgets, global marketing machines, and access to cutting-edge technology.
Cloud gaming has moved from a niche concept to a serious contender in the future of gaming.
For decades, the video game industry revolved around a simple transaction. You bought a game, you owned it, and you played it until something new caught your attention.
