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Rob Fahey, Contributing Editor
Rob Fahey is a former editor of GamesIndustry.biz who spent several years living in Japan and probably still has a mint condition Dreamcast Samba de Amigo set.
Recent articles by Rob Fahey
Breaking down Azeroth's gates
Nostalgia is a powerful force for millions of former WoW players; but to convince them that they can re-engage without facing a time-sink, Blizzard needs to innovate once more
What's behind Nintendo's falling stock price?
Nintendo has lost almost a quarter of its valuation in recent months - but its strategy and line-up remains sound despite investor jitters
Coming out from under Grand Theft Auto's shadow
For years, Take-Two's other games have lingered in the shadow of Rockstar's series, but GTA V's monumental status means it's pointless to compare it to the upcoming Red Dead Redemption 2
Our Uncertain Streaming Future
The idea of streaming games from the cloud was a hot topic again at E3 - but no matter how close to that ideal the tech is coming, the business case remains a mess
Prickly denial is the wrong response to WHO's "gaming disorder"
The proposed definition is careful and cautious; more research is needed and the industry should be cooperating, not stonewalling
E3 2018: Starting next-gen hype early is bad for business
Casual references toward next-gen consoles and games risks overshadowing the huge releases coming in 2018
Xbox has everything to prove at E3
The E3 playing field has rarely been so uneven; Sony's strong position means it needs to do very little, while Microsoft arrives in LA with a heavy weight of expectation
PUBG vs Fortnite: Let the market decide
A court case in South Korea revives the old question of whether a game concept deserves legal protection - but 'clone wars' should be settled in the market, not the courtroom
Sony's PlayStation 5 hints confirm an eight-year PS4 lifespan
Rejecting hardware updates in favour of a full generational refresh, Sony implies a PS4 successor will come in 2021 - but how big a leap can that offer?
Reassessing the legacy of PlayStation Vita
As software production ends, it's a good moment to reassess Sony's handheld - its commercial failure looms large, but its innovations remain hugely influential
Nintendo still won't commit to online services
"Netflix for retro games" would be a huge selling point for the Switch - but Nintendo's reticence to commit to online services will stop it happening
Why do mobile games get a 'free' pass?
The mainstream media launches attacks on Fortnite's business model, but ignores more egregious behaviour in mobile - does this reflect a bias?
Self-regulate loot box mechanisms - while you still can
As European states begin ruling against loot boxes, this is the industry's last chance to prove it can be trusted to regulate itself
Sony's studios continue their winning streak
The success of the PS4's excellent first-party experiences belie the commercial challenges single-player titles still face
Battle Royale threatens a repeat of the MOBA bloodbath
With around a dozen Battle Royale titles set for release by the end of this year, developers need to be realistic about their chances of wresting market share from PUBG and Fortnite
Finding the PC game consumers of tomorrow
As smart devices replace PCs in homes and bedrooms, Steam Machines - or something like them - could play a key role in securing the market's future consumers
Blockchain is games' new tech obsession
Early tech adoption is part of the essence of the games industry - but proposals to integrate blockchain into companies' businesses, not just their games, should give us pause
For Ubisoft it's goodbye Vivendi, hello Tencent
China's largest technology company, Tencent, is taking on 5% of Ubisoft - continuing its progress into becoming by far the largest game company most gamers have never heard of
Is a degree in games the best way into the industry?
The number of students studying game-related subjects in the UK has doubled in just a few years; while some established courses are great, students still need to be cautious about their choices
What would Trump's trade war mean for the games business?
The high-profile summit on game violence is a paper tiger; the industry should take the opportunity to persuade the President on trade issues instead
Can Metal Gear survive?
With weak sales, bad word of mouth and almost zero marketing support, Konami's first attempt at a post-Kojima Metal Gear suggests a tough road ahead for the franchise
Nintendo's disappointing year on mobile
Smartphone games are proving to be a challenge for Nintendo - and the problems are more basic than a failure to embrace F2P
Learning to love older games
The recent boom in remastered games isn't just business as usual; it signifies an underlying shift in how consumers value older games
Planning for the end of the one-hit wonder
The mobile gaming landscape is filled with giant companies living off the back of a single, enormous hit title - but how many are planning effectively for when that title starts to decline?
Capcom's hunt for a global audience
Monster Hunter was perhaps the best example of a “big in Japan” game - until Capcom's persistence and confidence finally paid off this week