TWIG #314 Market Predictions, Nintendo Leaks and an Award Ceremony

Join us at PGC After Dark: ⁠https://lu.ma/m75avtgb⁠ This week’s TWIG episode starts with bold predictions for 2025 in mobile gaming, followed by Eric Kress’s half-hearted backtracking on hyper-casual games and the latest Nintendo Switch 2 leaks before deep diving into Marvel Rivals’ potential impact. The team revisits the year’s most significant moments, explores standout moments, and wraps up with listener feedback and reflections. 00:00 Squad Intros01:28 California Wildfires + How to Help03:18 Shills05:34 Predictions for 2025 in Mobile09:44 Corrections and Hyper Casual Talk14:06 Nintendo Switch 2 Leaks16:05 Investments and Funding News20:15 Marvel Rivals34:10 Talk of the Year: Mass Layoffs34:53 Embarrassing Predictions35:58 Company Damage: Ubisoft's Downfall37:04 Most Disappointing Game40:36 Financial Success: Mice Nuts42:32 Questionable Moves47:46 Brilliant Moves50:35 Crushing It: Brawl Stars53:13 Layoff Lowlights53:43 Limping Donkey Award55:20 Listener Feedback and Wrap-Up