PlayStation's first party downturn and Microsoft and Valve sued
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A game industry news roundup covering several notable stories: Sony's declining first-party game sales since 2020, a new antitrust lawsuit targeting both Microsoft and Valve over alleged PC store pricing collusion, Atari's acquisition of Crossy Road developer Hipster Whale for up to $40 million, Mina the Hollower selling 300,000 units in three days, Nintendo's plans for removable batteries in EU hardware, and highlights from Sony's State of Play showcase including Marvel's Wolverine and God of War Laufey.
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Poncle to establish Japan studio led by El Shaddai creator Sawaki TakeyasuUK social media ban could impact video game platformsMina the Hollower sells 300,000 units in three daysNintendo indicates it will release hardware with removable batteries in the EUPlayStation could use more hits, amid first-party game sales declineMarvel's Wolverine and God of War Laufey come into focus during State of PlayGamers Sue Microsoft, Claiming It Colludes With Valve On Store PricingAtari to acquire Crossy Road developer Hipster Whale1.1K Impressions