Attention — Jul 27, 2026
What caught my attention on Jul 27 (1 item).
The Toxic Economy of Gaming
How We Got Here with Chris Kohler · 18:30
This episode examines the evolution of the video game industry’s monetization strategies, tracing its shift from early arcade coin-operated machines and paid home consoles to today’s internet-driven microtransaction ecosystems. The hosts explain how online connectivity transformed games into persistent marketplaces, enabling developers to generate massive recurring revenue through pay-to-win mecha…