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Beyond the Headlines: The 2022-2025 Video Game Industry Layoffs and the Path Forward

A clear-eyed look at the causes and consequences of the 2022-2025 video game industry layoffs -- and how the RAIDR community is helping creators move forward with fair, accessible, player-first games.

72% of devs think Steam is a monopoly. The other 28% might be seeing a wider PC future

A new whitepaper reports that 72% of surveyed developers believe Steam holds a monopoly on PC games. Here is why that headline matters, why the 28% dissent may be more pragmatic than contrarian, and how RAIDR fits into a more open, developer-first future.

The Rise of Indie Games in 2025: Gameplay First, Community Forward

From pandemic-era pivots to a permanent shift in player taste, 2025 is the year indie games claim center stage. Here is why gameplay-first design, fair monetization, and community-led discovery are winning, and how RAIDR is built to amplify that momentum.

CS2's knife-glove trade-up shocker: meltdown, moonshots, and what it really means

Counter-Strike 2's latest patch lets players trade up Covert skins for knives and gloves, triggering market chaos and heated debate. Here is a balanced look at what changed, why prices whipsawed, and what it says about player-first economies.

Are Subscriptions Still Worth It? Xbox Game Pass Price Hikes and the Case for Real Ownership

With Xbox Game Pass prices rising again, it is a good moment to recheck whether a monthly subscription matches how you actually play. Here is a clear look at the new costs, what you really get, and why RAIDR is doubling down on DRM-free, full game ownership.

Nintendo's Game-Key Cards: Why This Shift Undercuts Digital Ownership

Nintendo's new Game-Key Cards for Switch 2 blur the line between physical and digital, raising real concerns about ownership, preservation, and consumer clarity. Here is why it matters and how players can protect their libraries.

Valve says payment processors pushed for adult game delistings on Steam

Valve confirmed to PC Gamer that card networks and payment processors pressured it to remove certain adult games from Steam, underscoring how the rails of online payments can shape what players can buy. Here is what that means for indie creators, storefronts, and the wider PC gaming community.

AB 2426 And Digital Ownership: What California’s New Disclosure Law Means For Games, Players, And Indie Devs

California’s AB 2426 now requires digital stores to clearly disclose when a purchase is a license and not outright ownership. Here is what it means for players, indie developers, and how RAIDR’s transparency-first ethos aligns with the change.

Milestone 3 Complete - Game Discovery, Wishlist, and Social Features Go Live

This update brings RAIDR to life with full game discovery, wishlisting, checkout, and social features. You can now browse and search games, add to cart, view detailed game profiles, manage your friends list, and explore a new home screen—all wrapped in a cleaner, faster interface. The core loop is coming together fast.