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The Business of Video Games Podcast

The Business of Video Games Podcast
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Game Development
Marketing Strategies
Negotiation
Indie Games
Startup Phase
Steam
Video Games Industry
Crowdfunding
Game Developers Conference
Finji Games
Wings
Against the Storm
Kickstarter
Paradox Interactive
Nightdive Studios
Video Games
Caboodle Games
Night In the Woods
Entrepreneurship

Welcome to The Business of Video Games Podcast.A show where we shed some light on the inner workings of the games industry—the why, how, who, and what the hell?! behind business decisions, publishing calls, and the steps (and missteps) that happen behind the scenes.

Basically: the inside view on how and why things are actually done the way they are. Not just guesswork on 4Chan.

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In our final episode of the season, Shams and Fernando drop the guest format to tackle a few persistent myths and misconceptions that have been quietly annoying us all year.

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Nobody does shadow drops (the act of releasing a game with no advance marketing) quite like Landfall Games, who've done it many times; most recently moving 2 million units of PEAK in less than 2 weeks after shadow dropping it in June.

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XCOM designer and Sid Meier protege Jake Solomon is embarking on a new mission: CEO of his own studio. Jake gives Shams and Fernando a window into his extraordinary career, telling stories from his days at Firaxis and talking about his journey to fou... more

Fourty two is the answer to life - but it's also the number of points of wisdom justly dispensed by games industry veteran Paul Kilduff-Taylor - mastermind behind Developer/Publisher/Operator - Mode 7 Games. Paul wrote the list of "42 Essential Game ... more

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Paul Kilduff Taylor
A notable figure in the UK indie game scene and founder of Mode 7 games
Mode 7 Games
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 40 - Forty Two immutable Laws of Games Business - Paul Kilduff Taylor
Xalavier Nelson Jr
Director of Strange Scaffold and indie game developer
Strange Scaffold
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 39 - The Indie Business Auteur - Xalavier Nelson Jr
Alexander Bergendahl
CEO of Lootlocker and experienced figure in the gaming industry
Lootlocker
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 38 - Can a toolkit replace your Publisher? - Alexander Bergendahl
Scott Reismanis
CEO of mod.io and pioneer in modding platforms
mod.io
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 37 - Modding Madness with - Scott Reismanis
Callum Underwood
Formerly associated with Robot Teddy, now running Uwu Biz alongside Alex.
Uwu Biz
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 36 - The Return of the Biz Dev Samurai - Uwu biz
Alex Nicholson
Previously worked at Modern Wolf, now with Uwu Biz.
Uwu Biz
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 36 - The Return of the Biz Dev Samurai - Uwu biz
Soren Lundgard
CEO and co-founder of Ghostship Games, developers of Deep Rock Galactic
Ghostship Games
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 35 - Deep Rock's Secrets - Soren Lundgard
Kim Nordström
Author and industry expert on video game business strategies
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 33 - Why some game companies succeed, while others fail - The Decline Phase - Kim Nordström
Robert Bäckström
Swedish games industry veteran and producer
Aurora Punks, Fatshark
Episode: Business Of Video Games Episode 30 - Survive Till 25 - Robert Bäckström

Hosts

Shams Jorjani
Co-host with extensive experience in business development within the gaming industry, bringing insights into market strategies and decisions.
Fernando Rizzo
Co-host and expert in the gaming industry, contributing perspectives on business decisions and community engagement.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Very Insightful Discussions

    These episodes shed light on the complexities of decision-making in a field that combines creativity and commerce. The interview with Rebekah Saltsman was especially thought-provoking.

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Business Of Video Games Episode 41 - Business War Stories with XCOM Creator Jake Solomon
Q: What are the kinds of questions you're getting from investors in the Series A right now?
The biggest question right now is about, probably a big trend is about growth after launch, like how you achieve growth.
Business Of Video Games Episode 38 - Can a toolkit replace your Publisher? - Alexander Bergendahl
Q: What are some of the biggest challenges in hiring within your company?
Finding the best candidates and managing growth effectively has been a significant challenge.
Business Of Video Games Episode 38 - Can a toolkit replace your Publisher? - Alexander Bergendahl
Q: How do you cut through the noise as a service provider in the gaming industry?
Building relationships and treating potential clients as people rather than businesses is key to cutting through the noise.
Business Of Video Games Episode 38 - Can a toolkit replace your Publisher? - Alexander Bergendahl
Q: Tell us about Lootlocker.
Lootlocker is a game publishing platform that assists publishers in owning their customer relationships and improving engagement across their game portfolio.
Business Of Video Games Episode 37 - Modding Madness with - Scott Reismanis
Q: What are some of the challenges for adoption of UGC in big companies?
Big companies often fear losing control over their content, leading to caution in embracing UGC. However, using proper moderation and community engagement can mitigate these concerns.

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4. Scott Reismanis
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7. Soren Lundgard
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