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Many game developers think the term “AAA” is silly and the industry is inefficient

Author : Eleanor Update:Jan 04,2025

Many game developers think the term “AAA” is silly and the industry is inefficient

The "AAA" label in game development is losing its relevance, according to many developers. Initially signifying massive budgets, high quality, and low failure rates, it's now seen as a marker of profit-driven competition that stifles innovation and quality.

Charles Cecil, co-founder of Revolution Studios, calls the term "silly and meaningless," a relic of a period when increased publisher investment didn't translate to better games. Ubisoft's Skull and Bones, initially touted as a "AAAA" title, exemplifies this, ultimately failing despite a decade-long development.

Criticism extends to other major publishers like EA, accused by players and developers alike of prioritizing mass production over audience engagement. Conversely, independent studios frequently produce games that resonate more deeply than their "AAA" counterparts.

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