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Shank takes a look at the destructive effect of live services and why they must end.
By now, you have no doubt seen the news of Microsoft's $7.5 billion buyout of Zenimax Media - the parent company of Bethesda Softworks. Before the hype and excitement make their rounds, if they haven't already, let's pause for a moment and apply some critical thinking. I do not think this acquisition is good for consumers. Here's why.
Microsoft presented an hour-long conference, dubbed the Xbox Games Showcase, on Thursday, July 23. After I watched it, I couldn't believe what I had just seen. Microsoft completely blew it. Again.