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PocketGamer.biz Podcast

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Mobile Gaming
Mobile Games
User Acquisition
Apple
Supercell
Roblox
Epic Games
Ubisoft
Game Development
Nintendo
Gamescom
Scopely
Ad Monetization
Unity
User Engagement
Google Play
Data Analysis
Square Enix
Xbox
Applovin

Welcome to your regular glimpse into the business of mobile games. Featuring interviews with games industry experts! Your hosts are the insiders at PocketGamer.biz, the top B2B site for the mobile games industry. It covers the people, technology and deals that drive this multi-billion dollar sector. In our ongoing podcast, you’ll hear the editorial team and their guests dive into the topics and th... more

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PocketGamer.biz head of content Craig Chapple, features and data editor Aaron Astle, deputy editor Aaron Astle and editorial director for events Mariam Ahmad talk through the latest games industry news on the 104th episode of the Week in Mobile Games... more

PocketGamer.biz head of content Craig Chapple and features and data editor Aaron Astle talk through the latest games industry news on the 103rd episode of the Week in Mobile Games Podcast.

On the show we discuss:

* Our Gamescom 2026 insights.

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The PocketGamer.biz Podcast welcomes Xsolla president Chris Hewish in a new episode that dives into the world of direct-to-consumer and the company's key new announcements.Xsolla is rolling out six new solutions right now in the build-up to Gamescom,... more

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PocketGamer.biz head of content Craig Chapple, features and data editor Aaron Astle, editorial director for events Mariam Ahmad and our special guest, AppsFlyer global director of product for gaming Adam Smart, talk through the latest games industry ... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Hewish
Xsolla president
Xsolla
Episode: Xsolla on D2C's growing momentum and its biggest product wave yet
Elena Grigorian
CEO of My Games
My Games
Episode: My.Games' $50m a year benchmark for new forever franchises
Gil Tov-Ly
Chief Marketing Officer
Appcharge
Episode: The truth behind mobile gaming's $17bn D2C market
Devin Nambiar
Chief Operating Officer at Mattel 163
Mattel 163
Episode: In the Hot Seat: Mattel163 COO Devin Nambiar on Uno, the East-West divide and life after the NetEase deal
Gil Tovely
Chief Marketing Officer at Appcharge
Appcharge
Episode: Direct-to-consumer banks $17 billion and Google rolls out fee changes | Week in Mobile Games podcast
Michael Angrisani
Senior Director of Product Management at Scopely
Scopely
Episode: Direct-to-consumer banks $17 billion and Google rolls out fee changes | Week in Mobile Games podcast
Ambrose Robinson
Founder of Parable Studios and creator of Millennium Whisper
Parable Studios
Episode: AI Games Need Soul, Not Slop
Nick Poole
CEO of UKIE (UK Interactive Entertainment)
UKIE
Episode: Agency, Ambition And The Future Of UK Games
Jon Madoff
CEO of Beamable
Beamable
Episode: Skillz, Beamable and The LiveOps Shift

Hosts

Craig Chapple
Head of Content / Host with extensive PocketGamer.biz publishing experience
Mariam Ahmad
Editorial Director for Events / Host with deep industry event and publishing expertise
Aaron Astle
Features and Data Editor / Experienced data-driven host
Paige Cook
Deputy Editor / Co-host with newsroom perspective

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Games industry insiders!

    This is an informative new podcast from the folk behind the go-to business site for the mobile games industry. The editors know their stuff - and each episode takes you behind the scenes in the world of making global games thanks to some insightful guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SFXDaveB
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Great way to stay in touch of mobile games industry news

    Enjoyed Brian’s soothing hibernian tones, some useful news updates and interesting to hear from industry insiders.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MisterWhippy
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners praise insider perspective from industry veterans and the clear, data-driven discussions.
The show is noted for accessible yet detailed coverage of monetization, live ops, and platform changes.
Guests are described as insightful and well-connected within the mobile games ecosystem.

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Apple Podcasts
#34
Finland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#65
Ireland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#113
Finland/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#130
Sweden/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#163
Netherlands/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#179
Hong Kong/Leisure/Video Games

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The cloud gaming debate, Pokémon Go's revenue surge and Türkiye's $4bn industry | Week in Mobile Games podcast
Q: Why is MTG rebranding its mid-core division to Playamp and what does it imply for AI and D2C?
The panel contends that Playamp centralizes AI tooling and D2C payments to reduce costs and boost monetization across multiple titles, turning AI investment into a shared asset and expanding direct sales channels.
The cloud gaming debate, Pokémon Go's revenue surge and Türkiye's $4bn industry | Week in Mobile Games podcast
Q: What are the key expectations around Gamescom and how will big releases influence the conference?
Adam explains that the flood of upcoming big titles (e.g., GTA 6) will drive attention and budgets at Gamescom, with many companies vying for visibility ahead of fall launches, while discussions will cover EA's recent moves and cloud-oriented trends.
In the Hot Seat: Mattel163 COO Devin Nambiar on Uno, the East-West divide and life after the NetEase deal
Q: What is the hardest part of managing a cross-border team, and how do you overcome it?
Time on the ground to build trust, paired with proactive leadership and bridging cultural differences; keeping communication open and giving teams autonomy while ensuring alignment across time zones is crucial.
In the Hot Seat: Mattel163 COO Devin Nambiar on Uno, the East-West divide and life after the NetEase deal
Q: What are the North Star metrics for Mattel 163 and how do they guide growth?
The North Star metrics focus on long-term attention, stickiness, session time, and healthy ROAS, complemented by a holistic data view and qualitative signals to validate performance as we scale in both APAC and global markets.
The truth behind mobile gaming's $17bn D2C market
Q: Is a full DTC suite—layered payment links, web store, and education tools—more effective than focusing on a single channel?
Yes, a cohesive, multi-flow DTC approach tends to yield the strongest results, creating more opportunities to buy and better engagement by guiding users through preferred payment paths.

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What is PocketGamer.biz Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers business-focused conversations about mobile games, with guests drawn from publishers, studios, analytics platforms, and live-ops experts. Episodes repeatedly surface topics like direct-to-consumer monetization, live operations, AI-assisted personalization, platform dynamics and regulatory shifts, plus in-depth looks at industry deals, market data, and regional growth. A notable strength is the mix of practical, practitioner-level insights from executives and founders, paired with roundtable-style analysis that connects strategy to execution in live-service mobile games. The format often features data-backed takes, cross-border collaboration stories, and real-world publishing playbooks, making it helpful for teams evaluating ... more

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