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Gaming has outpaced both the film and music industries combined in total annual revenue. It has transformed from a passive, linear viewing experience into a participatory, agency-driven medium where players co-create the narrative. Short-Form Content and User-Generated Platforms Diverse casting in major media fosters greater social
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In the current climate, intellectual property (IP) is the only true currency. But the way IP is built has changed. It is no longer top-down (studio makes movie -> audience buys toy). It is now circular. Gaming has outpaced both the film and music
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