306. Are We at Peak Gaming? Seven Questions Shaping the Future of Games with Newzoo's Emmanuel Rosier

Deconstructor of Fun

Mobile gaming is slowing down, and the question isn’t if, but who still wins.

www.newzoo.com/resources/trend-reports/newzoo-global-games-market-report-2025

In this conversation, Michail Katkoff and Emmanuel Rosier from Newzoo break down Newzoo’s latest forecast, projecting the industry to hit $103B in 2025 with growth slipping below 3%. The duo explores what this slowdown means for developers, platforms, payment intermediaries, and a new wave of tech financing companies that are quietly reshaping the ecosystem.

Chapters

00:00 The State of Gaming in 2025

05:26 Player Demographics and Engagement Trends

10:22 Regional Growth and Market Dynamics

15:14 Revenue Distribution and Market Focus

22:18 Mobile Gaming Challenges and Opportunities

27:11 Genre Evolution and Player Preferences

38:23 The Shift from Console Wars to Nostalgia

42:06 The Balance of Remakes and Creativity

45:31 Understanding Remakes vs. Remasters

48:35 The Mobile Gaming Landscape

53:37 Roblox's Rise and Its Impact

58:34 The Future of Gaming Platforms and Trends

01:08:58 Outro.mp4