Ubisoft Explains How the $60 We Spend at Retail (and Digital) on Games Gets Split

1,331 views · Published 13 February 2018 · 13:56 · Indexed 1 November 2026

Channel: Nintendo Prime · 2018 · Gaming

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Ever wonder exactly how much of your $60 goes back to the company who made your game? Ubisoft has finally spilled the beans on what has been primarily a guessing game for video game fans over the years. We always knew there were royalty fees and retailer fees, but what are the percentages? That and Ubisoft also shows why an all digital future is looking more and more likely.

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