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Supercell's Squad Busters - The Definitive Deconstruction
May 27

May 27 Supercell's Squad Busters - The Definitive Deconstruction

Guest Writer
Deconstructions

Overall, this game is a hit! But is it a monster hit or 'just' a hit? Read and watch our fill review!

AppLovin's Modern Community and The Power of Game Narrative
May 20

May 20 AppLovin's Modern Community and The Power of Game Narrative

Guest Writer
Deconstructions

Is Modern Community's metagame setting a new standard for narrative-driven Match-3 games?

The Three Game Industry Trends to Watch in 2024
May 13

May 13 The Three Game Industry Trends to Watch in 2024

Michail Katkoff
Business

The evolving landscape of the gaming industry, from workforce rightsizing to shifting player behaviors, AI advancements, and the enduring positive outlook, in a comprehensive analysis of trends, challenges, and opportunities.

The Curious Case of Playable Ads and Traditional Marketing Strategies
May 6

May 6 The Curious Case of Playable Ads and Traditional Marketing Strategies

Guest Writer
Marketing

Typically found on mobile devices, playable ads hold untapped potential in significantly boosting user conversion rates.

Battle Royale Meets Casino Royale
Apr 29

Apr 29 Battle Royale Meets Casino Royale

Guest Writer
Deconstructions

Is the future of mobile gaming a blend of casino thrills and battle tactics?

How to Make a Creative Agency Your Secret Weapon
Apr 22

Apr 22 How to Make a Creative Agency Your Secret Weapon

Kate Halewood
Marketing

Uncover the secret behind Futureplay's phenomenal 1000% downloads surge and learn how creative agency partnerships can skyrocket gaming success.

The Magic of ‘Legend Of Mushroom’
Apr 15

Apr 15 The Magic of ‘Legend Of Mushroom’

Guest Writer
Deconstructions

Let's talk 'Legend of Mushroom'. What's driving its surge in Asian markets, and what improvements could enhance its gameplay and monetization?

Pricing Starter Packs: When Conversion is King, We May Price Too Low
Apr 8

Apr 8 Pricing Starter Packs: When Conversion is King, We May Price Too Low

Guest Writer
Business

How do you strike the balance in pricing free-to-play starter packs?

The Backend Jungle: A Short Guide for Game Executives 
Apr 2

Apr 2 The Backend Jungle: A Short Guide for Game Executives 

Michail Katkoff
Business, Other

Why you should not overlook the importance of backend services in game development

How to Build a Cross-Platform Franchise
Mar 25

Mar 25 How to Build a Cross-Platform Franchise

Kate Halewood
Business

Sola Saulenko, CMO at Pixonic, delves into the path to continued franchise growth of the War Robots IP, discussing preconditions, challenges, and the vital role of product passion in establishing a sustainable game franchise.

Think Games Istanbul 2024
Mar 18

Mar 18 Think Games Istanbul 2024

Michail Katkoff

What happens in Istanbul, doesn’t stay in Istanbul…2024 edition

Blockbuster Games Failed to Grow the Market - What Next?
Mar 11

Mar 11 Blockbuster Games Failed to Grow the Market - What Next?

Michail Katkoff
Business

Despite the release of numerous highly anticipated games last year, the game industry as a whole struggled to achieve significant growth.

7 Best Practices for Remote Teamwork
Mar 4

Mar 4 7 Best Practices for Remote Teamwork

Kate Halewood
Business

Why the hybrid model doesn't measure up to fully remote or entirely on-site setups

How Mobile Gaming Could Come to an End
Feb 26

Feb 26 How Mobile Gaming Could Come to an End

Michail Katkoff
Business

Will privacy restrictions be the doom or the renaissance of games on mobile?

The Uncomfortably Comfortable Supercell Talk
Feb 19

Feb 19 The Uncomfortably Comfortable Supercell Talk

Michail Katkoff
Business

Over the years, we’ve grown uncomfortably comfortable reading about Supercell’s declining numbers and the actions that the company takes to counter the downward trend.

Brawl Stars, to the moon!
Feb 12

Feb 12 Brawl Stars, to the moon!

Guest Writer
Deconstructions

Brawl Stars is delivering some impressive KPIs - let's take a closer look at what's behind these numbers.

The Audit of Our 2023 Predictions
Feb 5

Feb 5 The Audit of Our 2023 Predictions

Michail Katkoff
Business

What did we get right and where did we stumble with our 2023 predictions

7 Ways to Drastically Improve Your LiveOps: Learning from Clockmaker
Jan 29

Jan 29 7 Ways to Drastically Improve Your LiveOps: Learning from Clockmaker

Guest Writer
Game Mechanics

Revamp your LiveOps—it's never too late, as long as the game is still in play.

6 x Operative Changes That Kept SciPlay Growing Despite the Market Headwinds
Jan 22

Jan 22 6 x Operative Changes That Kept SciPlay Growing Despite the Market Headwinds

Kate Halewood
Business

Unlock SciPlay's winning strategies for social casino success.

Elena Grigorian on My.Games: Strengths, Challenges, and Future
Jan 15

Jan 15 Elena Grigorian on My.Games: Strengths, Challenges, and Future

Kate Halewood
Business

New My.Games CEO, Elena Grigorian, discusses industry insights, her leadership journey, and the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of My.Games.

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