The gaming industry is witnessing a fascinating trend that isn’t just about the sheer volume of new titles hitting the market every year. Of course, thousands of games are being introduced annually, but what’s truly captivating is how some major titles continue to captivate gamers’ enthusiasm and wallets even long after their initial release. This isn’t limited to live-service multiplayer games either. Recent sales figures reveal that over a third of the best-selling games of 2024 are games like Elden Ring, which first debuted several years ago. It’s intriguing to see how these games retain their momentum and hold their place in the industry. – Ethan Gach