Live Service Games Gain Popularity Among Developers, Despite Technical Challenges

A recent survey reveals that while a majority of game studios are embracing live service games, many struggle with the technical and production demands these projects entail.

65% of game studios are currently working on live service games, with 30% aiming for regular updates.
68% of game producers report lacking a proper live service pipeline, with technical challenges being a significant hurdle.
Live service games are deemed necessary for long-term success by 66% of developers, despite the instability and high costs associated with them.
95% of studios are either working on or plan to release a live service game, indicating a strong industry shift towards this model.
The demand for faster content releases and innovative tools, including AI, is growing as studios seek to overcome development challenges.