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Hybrid Monetization Buzz Doesn’t Quit: Brat or Basic?
Hybrid monetization is more than a buzzword—it’s the strategy every game studio needs to master in 2024.
From Casual to Complex: 7 Trends that Shaped Gaming 2024
Curious about the seven trends in gaming and app development that have shaped the industry so far in 2024? Learn how AppLovin's insights into hybrid monetization and AI strategies are helping companies achieve sustainable growth.
Telegram x Web3 Gaming: Why So Popular and How Can I Get In On This?
With games like Catizen and Boinkers turning idle clicks into crypto gold, this platform is a secret weapon for gaming studios looking to score big.
Value Optimization, Hybridcasual, and the Impact of AI
Discover how hybrid monetization and AI are reshaping mobile gaming, with insights from Meta and Kwalee on optimizing engagement, profitability, and user acquisition
The Sweet Art of Feature Adaptation
Game development isn’t just about creating from scratch—it’s about knowing when and how to borrow smartly. See how thoughtful adaptations, rather than straightforward copying, shape the most successful games in the industry.
Untold Stories of ex-Activision Blizzard King’s Founders
What gives former Activision, Blizzard, and King employees an edge when launching gaming startups?
Shooting for Success: Navigating the Ultra Competitive Shooter Genre
With PvP shooters facing major player drop-offs and new titles struggling to break in, we’re looking at how competitive and unforgiving this space has become—and what developers need to stay in the game.
Transmedia Triumphs and Traps: Lessons from the Convergence of Gaming and Media
Forget what you thought you knew about Hollywood dominating entertainment. Gaming adaptations have taken center stage, and transmedia storytelling is where it’s at.
From $1B to $10B in 5 Years – Scopely’s Journey to Mobile Game Success
Game studios can learn a thing or two from Scopely’s approach, especially when it comes to crafting solid product strategies and creating engaging experiences that truly connect with players.
Savvy Moves: Saudi Arabias Gaming Vision
Saudi Arabia has set a very ambitious goal. However, will it succeed in attracting top global talent and investment to meet its targets?
4 x Reasons Why Squad Busters Suffers While Brawl Stars Soars
Despite the hype, Squad Busters is facing major challenges. In this analysis, we break down the reasons for its struggles and what Supercell can do to turn things around.
Daily Missions in Puzzles: Why should we see them more often?
Puzzle games thrive on quick sessions, though daily missions can take that a step further.
AI x Game Industry in 2025 - The Unspoken Part
AI is shaking up game development, unlocking new levels of innovation. But with these advances come fresh challenges that will test the industry’s adaptability.
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?