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Top 3 Mistakes Gaming Startups Make - According to the VCs
Getting VC funding in gaming can be a make-or-break moment for any startup. But with so many moving parts, it’s easy to trip up. We’re breaking down the three biggest mistakes founders make—from cap table mismanagement to neglecting distribution strategy.
Time Blast: Will it revive the Rest of the Genre?
Time Blast isn’t just another puzzle game—it’s a reinvention of the Blast genre with modern twists that could change the way you play.
5 Tactics for the Volatile PC/Console Market
The gaming industry’s golden age may feel like a distant memory, yet 2024 arrives with both fresh challenges and new opportunities. As the market evolves, we explore key trends and tactics to help developers navigate this shifting landscape.
Finding Genre Success: the Case of Gossip Harbor
The merge game space is fiercely competitive, yet Microfun has achieved an impressive feat by climbing to the second spot in the US with Gossip Harbour. Discover how this success story unfolded.
Why Global Stock Markets Collapsed, and What Does It Mean for the Gaming Industry?
Explore the impact of the recent global stock market collapse on the gaming industry and what it means for its future.
Win Streak: the Gift That Keeps on Giving
Puzzle games on mobile continue to reach new revenue and engagement heights thanks to features like the win streak. Let us explain to you how this particular feature works.
Mobile Gaming After the Digital Markets Act
Could the DMA be the boost the mobile game industry desperately needs to bounce back from the challenges of IDFA?
Platform Payouts and Fortnite’s Unique Approach
Curious about how different content platforms handle creator payouts? Explore the intricacies of revenue models from Steam to Spotify, and discover Fortnite’s distinctive approach with skin-based funding.
Behind the Wheel: How Hutch Built Strong Partnerships with Car Manufacturers
Breaking into the world of big IP licenses might seem like an uphill battle for independent game developers. Discover how Hutch made waves with Formula One and Forza, and explore key strategies for building successful partnerships.
Squad Busters One Month Later: Down, But Not Out
Let’s dig into why Squad Busters, Supercell's latest release, struggled after launch and whether it can become a comeback story or remain a costly lesson in mobile game development.
Royal Kingdom: Will It Outgrow Its Big Brother’s Influence?
How did Royal Kingdom transform in just one year? Follow along as we uncover the progress and changes in v2!
The State of Gaming 2024: Trends in Marketing, Gaming, and Apps
Latest insights into mobile gaming and marketing, app vs game dynamics, ad spending on TikTok and YouTube, regional differences, IP collaborations, and the future of subscription gaming.
Netflix Games’ Second Season: Challenges, Changes, and the Path Forward
As Netflix Games goes through the leadership change, we analyze what they’ve achieved to date, what are the three key problems and what will the second chapter look like.
Executive Headhunting in the Gaming Industry: Tips, Challenges, and Strategies
Dive into the complexities of executive headhunting in the gaming industry, from key qualities to cultural fit.
Voodoo’s Secret Sauce: From 0 to 250M Hybridcasual Revenue in 3 Years
Discover how Voodoo's strategic pivot to hybrid casual games and data-driven approach has propelled them to the forefront of the gaming industry.
Supercell's Squad Busters - The Definitive Deconstruction
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
Is Modern Community's metagame setting a new standard for narrative-driven Match-3 games?
The Three Game Industry Trends to Watch in 2024
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
Typically found on mobile devices, playable ads hold untapped potential in significantly boosting user conversion rates.
Battle Royale Meets Casino Royale
Is the future of mobile gaming a blend of casino thrills and battle tactics?