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Hosts:
Michail Katkoff www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/
Eric Kress www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/
Phillip Black www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/
Jen Donahoe www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdonahoe
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Squad Busters is released and we have more thoughts about it. Ubisoft's XDefiant hits 1M unique users, bringing Phil immense joy. Crew debates who does Fall Guys better than Fall Guys? Stumble Guys...? We'll also warm you up for the upcoming Summer Games Fest on June 7.
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The hosts: Jen Donahoe, Eric Kress, Laura Taranto, and Phillip Black
Phillip Black, Michail Katkoff, and guest analyst Matthew Emery deconstruct Supercell's 6th billion Dollar franchise just before it is launched to the global audience.
To read the full deconstruction, go to:
https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/blog/2024/5/26/squad-busters-supercell-hits-the-apex-or-spins-off-track
Anime corrections, baseless speculation about Applovin, Take-Two earnings, and the GTA 6 launch date window. We speculate on the reason for Squad Busters’ massive 40M pre-registrations. Phil can’t wait to talk xDefiant. Mishka cosplays Jen and covers ad creative. All that and more on today’s TWIG
your hosts: Jen Donahoe, Eric Kress, Phillip Black and Michail Katkoff
Join seasoned UA and marketing consultant Matej Lančaric as he shares his decade-long journey from being an employee to running a global user acquisition consulting business. Discover his transition to solopreneurship, client management tips, and leveraging AI tools. Gain insights on balancing work, creativity, and family life alongside the importance of genuine passion and unique goal-setting approaches.
This episode is packed with valuable advice for both aspiring and veteran consultants, including tips on growing professionally, networking, and content creation. Perfect for anyone looking to master the solopreneur path with hard work, persistence, and enjoyment.
Matej’s solopreneur journey in his own words
https://lancaric.me/matej-lancaric-the-story-of-a-solopreneur/
The state of ad creatives in-app marketing report:
https://www.appsflyer.com/resources/reports/gated/state-of-creative/?formsent=true
The big topic of the episode is Netflix which struck a partnership with Roblox. What does this mean to Netflix Games? Hear our hypothesis. The crew has BIG debates about Eurovision, and Tencent's role is Supercell's turnaround as well as anime. Your hosts: Jen Donahoe, Michail Katkoff, Phillip Black, and Eric Kress
Segments:
00.00 Shill & Banter
09:20 News & HOT takes 44:23 Netflix Games is in trouble? 61:30 Xbox PR disaster
In this episode of the Deconstructor of Fun podcast, host Mishka Katkoff engages with Ben Porter, NewZoo's Director of Consulting, to delve into the profound shifts within the gaming industry reflected in NewZoo's latest report. They explore a variety of pressing topics such as the industry trends post-COVID-19, console market dynamics, opportunities for game developers, the impact of AI and technological advancements, and the shifting dynamics of player engagement. Additionally, they address the economic aspects influencing the industry, including inflation and the increase in demand for profitability over growth. A key discussion revolves around the challenges and strategies for future growth, touching on the importance of breaking through market concentration with innovation and versatility in game development. Ben provides insights into the role Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast 01:39 Introducing Ben Porter and NewZoo 04:29 The Pulse of the Gaming Market in 2023 13:30 The Challenges and Opportunities in PC and Console Gaming 30:31 Navigating the Mobile Expansion for PC and Console Publishers 38:05 PS5 Exclusives and Market Diversification 39:18 The Shift from Mobile to AAA: Challenges and Changes 40:01 Xsolla: Empowering Game Developers for Global Success 40:34 Analyzing Market Concentration in PC and Console Gaming 42:04 The Secret Sauce Behind Top PC and Console Titles 44:20 Navigating the Competitive Landscape of New Game Titles 52:16 The Impact of Remakes and Remasters in the Gaming Industry 58:02 The Role of Transmedia in Engaging and Expanding Game Audiences 01:03:38 Understanding Playtime Trends and the Future of Gaming 01:12:52 High-Level Predictions and Closing Thoughts
Players prevail with Helldivers 2 vs Sony PSN, Nintendo announces Switch 2 is coming before the end of Q125, Unity gets a new boss, Squadbusters racks up the pre-registrations, and Turkish Spyke Games goes to the Moon (Active).
Hosts: Eric Kress, Jen Donahoe, Laura Taranto & Phillip Black
Listen and watch (there are visuals!) as industry veterans Jen Donahoe, Laura Taranto and special guest Ken Landen deep dive into 'Legend of Mushroom,' the idle action mobile game that's taken players (and revenue) by storm. We'll break down the game's mechanics, exploring what made this game into the success it is today. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the realm, there's something here for everyone.
Recently hitting the milestone of 30 years working in game design, Spry Fox Chief Creative Officer Daniel Cook has long been a leading voice in the game industry. To celebrate his long and distinguished career-spanning games like Realm of the Mad God, Triple Town, Alphabear, and Cozy Grove.
MIA host Ethan Levy returns to the mic to talk to Dan about his many lessons and accomplishments. Most importantly, Dan talks about how as a team, Spry Fox found their shared, authentic voice, and how this has led to efficiency in production and success in the marketplace as they consciously chose to specialize in cozy games.
The prodigal son, Ethan Levy, makes his return to the podcast as the team discusses Newzoo’s latest PC and Console data as well as Liftoff’s 2024 Casual Gaming Apps Report. Hold tight for your weekly dose of news!
Hosts: Jen Donahoe, Laura Taranto, Phillip Black & Ethan Levy
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