The Stinger Report

The Stinger Report

Consumer Leans Heavily on Amusement!
Stinger Report gazes beyond E3 and finds that consumer video is borrowing from amusement once again. We chart the importance of current coin-op titles such as 'OutRun 2' and 'Tekken 5' to the console line-up, at the same time Capcom reprieves their original fighting brand, dusting off Capcom Fighters All Stars, and repackaging the concept as 'Capcom Fighting Jam'. Concerns of a major slowdown in console software sales came home to roost, while the manufacturers attempt to shore up their leaking boat with new handheld game decks and the greater use of connectivity.

Acquisition Frenzy USA Style
Exclusive news that Happ Controls is involved in major changes, while acquisition of other corporations look on the cards as investors eye undervalued amusement scene in America. News of a secret game project at Betson could bring a new driver into a crowded market.

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