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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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This episode is brought to you in partnership with GameAnalytics. PocketGamer.biz Podcast hosts Peggy Anne Salz and Brian Baglow sit down with Falko Boecker, Head of BD & Customer Success at GameAnalytics, to explore a hard truth about the industry: more

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PocketGamer.biz head of content Craig Chapple, deputy editor Paige Cook and news editor Aaron Astle talk through the latest games industry news on the 87th episode of the Week in Mobile Games Podcast.

On this week’s show we discuss:

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PocketGamer.biz head of content Craig Chapple, deputy editor Paige Cook and news editor Aaron Astle talk through the latest games industry news on the 86th episode of the Week in Mobile Games Podcast.On this week’s show we discuss:- Final thoughts on... more

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Recorded on location at Pocket Gamer Connects London, host Peggy Anne Salz sits down with Berkley Egenes, CMO at Xsolla, to examine a structural shift in the industry.

Gaming is no longer just entertainment. It is becoming the commerce layer connect... more

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Craig Chapple
Head of Content at PocketGamer.biz
Paige Cook
Deputy Editor
Aaron Astle
News Editor
Brian Baglow
Co-host of the Pocket Gamer Podcast
Peggy Anne Salz
Co-host of the Pocket Gamer Podcast

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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.

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    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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Gaming Is Becoming The Commerce Layer
Q: What are some of the big shifts you're seeing in the market that developers should be paying attention to?
The biggest shifts are toward a holistic commerce approach—bridging payments with publishing, distribution, and promotions; leveraging D2C strategies; and using data to optimize ad experiences, offer walls, and cross-brand opportunities to engage players across regions, especially in rapidly growing markets like Southeast Asia.
Gaming Is Becoming The Commerce Layer
Q: So why don't we start there. Berkley, tell me how you would describe Xsolla to someone who doesn't know you, in one sentence?
We are a video game commerce company. Our mission is to help build all the things to help video game developers be successful, from indie studios to AAA publishers, wherever they are, by offering a suite of tools and services that go beyond payments to support publishing, distribution, promotions, and direct-to-consumer experiences.
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Q: How do you feel about the financial reports released for gaming companies like Square Enix and Roblox?
While they show growth in certain areas, there are concerns regarding sustainability due to aggressive monetization strategies and market saturation, impacting long-term success.
Supercell faces Clash Royale controversy and banks on innovation | Week in Mobile Games podcast
Q: What are your thoughts on Supercell's recent blog post regarding innovation in the mobile games industry?
The blog post sparked controversy for not adequately acknowledging content creators' contributions to the success of Clash Royale, indicating a larger discussion about how innovation is defined and achieved within the industry.
How Angry Birds reached the stars
Q: What was it really like working with such a big partner like Lucasfilm around Angry Birds Star Wars?
Naz shared details about the collaborative process, the need for quick approvals, and how both Rovio and Lucas aimed to meet stringent deadlines while keeping the project fun and exciting for fans and teams involved.

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