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Leaks Are Bad For The Gaming Industry

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Where’s my hype factor?

Not being a fan of leaks, especially when big gaming conventions are right around the corner. Yet, it seems the closer we get to the events, the more leaks are released upon the net. And I for one am getting pretty frustrated about it all. How are fans supposed to be hyped about announcements if they’re all leaked before the actual event? How do companies think about this and could this actually backfire and cause some unseen issue as a result?

I tackle this with some thoughts of my own in today’s short video blast. Give it a listen, I’m sure there are a few topics I touch upon that you’re either going to agree or disagree with. Either way, be sure to let me know what you about this in the comments below.

Lastly, we’ll be present at E3 2017. Be sure to check out our content, starting on June 11, as we attend both Microsoft’s and Bethesda’s press conferences.

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Keith D. Mitchell is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Outerhaven, where he has been covering video games and technology for more than 14 years. A lifelong PC gamer, he began building PCs at just eight years old and still loves talking about hardware as much as playing games. His passion for challenging experiences has made him a devoted Soulslike fan, having beaten nearly every FromSoftware release. Keith regularly attends major gaming and technology events to bring firsthand coverage to readers, and continues to enjoy writing about the games and gear that shaped his love for the industry.