In this video discussion, Senior Editor Jakejames Lugo and Editor-In-Chief Richard Bailey Jr. share their candid thoughts on video game embargoes and how YouTubers, Streamers, and other content creators breaking embargoes can impact the video game industry as a whole.
Jakejames and Richard discuss the controversy regarding embargoes being broken for Super Mario Odyssey and Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions, as well as how other practices have impacted traditional games media outlets over the last several years. Both of them also give opinions on how things can be improved moving forward to assure that every outlet and creator gets a fair opportunity to cover the medium they love so much.
What are your thoughts on breaking embargoes within the industry? What can be done to improve this process in the future? Please feel free to let us know your thoughts on these topics and more in the comments section below.