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The Game Business Show

Hosted by Christopher Dring
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Christopher Dring hosts interviews, in-depth analysis and special features on what's truly going on in the video games industry. www.thegamebusiness.com

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This week, we’re joined by two leading video game investors. First, we have David Gardner, one of the world’s most successful gaming VCs who backed Supercell, Unity and NaturalMotion. He speaks to us about the state of game investment, where it’s hea... more

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Today on The Game Business Show, we speak to PlayStation's Christian Svensson, who oversees all third-party and second-party activity at the platform holder.

We discuss getting games on PS5, how to get featured in State of Play and on PlayStation Pl... more

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On this week’s The Game Business Show, Circana games boss Mat Piscatella returns to discuss the US games market, console price rises, Switch 2 sales, the role of exclusives, the Xbox Game Pass price cut and… Bluey. Plus, he reveals a change is coming... more

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In this week's edition of The Game Business Show, we are joined by Hakan Abrak, the CEO of IO Interactive and game director on 007 First Light.

In our chat, we discuss Bond, the relationship with Amazon, support for Nintendo Switch 2, lessons from p... more

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Recent Guests

Mat Piscatella
Head of Games at Circana, data analyst and industry commentator
Circana
Episode: ‘GTA 6 players are in for a console price shock’
Hakan Abrak
CEO of IO Interactive, director of 007 First Light
IO Interactive
Episode: We talk 007, Amazon, Switch 2, Hitman and MindsEye with IO Interactive boss Hakan Abrak
Jake Kulkowski
Founder/CEO of Guillotine, influencer agency
Guillotine
Episode: Should PlayStation and Xbox change their plans on exclusive games?
Larry Kuperman
Nightdive Studios executive, veteran in preservation and remasters
Nightdive Studios
Episode: Should PlayStation and Xbox change their plans on exclusive games?
Christofer Sundberg
Founder of Liquid Swords, former Avalanche co-founder, Just Cause veteran
Liquid Swords
Episode: Flawed open world action game Samson comes to PS5 and Xbox in September, ahead of GTA 6
Matteo Sapio
Chief Strategy Officer at Poncle
Poncle
Episode: The Vampire Survivors developer is opening studios and making over 15 projects
Ian Murray
Minister of State for Media, Tourism and Creative Industries, MP for Edinburgh South
UK Government (DCMS)
Episode: UK minister: It’s not a problem that Grand Theft Auto isn’t UK-owned
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz
CEO, co-founder and game director of Rebel Wolves
Rebel Wolves
Episode: The Blood of the Dawnwalker studio: Everyone we spoke to wanted to invest
Jon Gibson
Global Head of Transformation at Keywords Studios
Keywords Studios
Episode: One of the world’s biggest game makers reveals ‘the uncomfortable truth’ about AI

Host

Christopher Dring
Lead host; connects industry news with in-depth conversations on game business strategy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Suprising

    It’s a really fun listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr.cudles
    United States2 months ago
  • Interesting show about the business of making video games, more about the games themselves. As an industry watcher, I like this. Has a lot of interesting industry guests and interviews and talks about the issues of the day in a non-sensationalized way.

    Christopher is often rambly though and tends to run over his guests and co-hosts, not letting them get a word in edgewise. He has to work on that.

    As the name implies, this is great for those interested in the business of games.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Parallax Abstraction
    9 months ago

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#75
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#10
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#39
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#84
United Kingdom/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#239
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#52
France/Leisure/Games

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We talk 007, Amazon, Switch 2, Hitman and MindsEye with IO Interactive boss Hakan Abrak
Q: Is Project Fantasy still financially healthy given recent reports about funding partners?
Yes, the project remains in a very healthy place with ongoing financing and strong collaboration; while partners and details may be sensitive, the project is progressing well.
We talk 007, Amazon, Switch 2, Hitman and MindsEye with IO Interactive boss Hakan Abrak
Q: How is IO approaching the balance between continuing Hitman and launching new projects like Bond and Project Fantasy?
Hitman remains the heart of IO, but we are pushing forward with Bond and Fantasy, building on previous successes while upgrading systems and keeping a pipeline that supports both established and new IPs.
We talk 007, Amazon, Switch 2, Hitman and MindsEye with IO Interactive boss Hakan Abrak
Q: With the change of hands for the Bond IP, how confident are you that 007 First Light will be able to build and sustain momentum?
We have a great relationship with the partners involved and a shared commitment to quality; the collaboration has remained strong, and IO is aligned with Amazon MGM on delivering a well-received Bond experience while maintaining creative independence.
‘GTA 6 players are in for a console price shock’
Q: Do you think Game Pass or other subscription services are a net positive or negative for traditional console hardware sales?
Subscriptions can help maintain engagement and broaden the audience, but price changes and perceived value shifts can hurt long-term hardware momentum; the effect on per-game sales and overall profitability depends on how the bundle is structured and monetized.
‘GTA 6 players are in for a console price shock’
Q: What is your take on whether exclusives truly drive hardware sales or simply shape perception and branding?
Exclusives matter, but their impact varies by audience and platform; they influence hearts and minds and can drive hardware in some cases, but they aren't the sole determinant of sales, especially as players gain access to games on PC or other platforms.

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This show delivers in-depth analysis and interviews at the intersection of video games and business. Across episodes, it frequently covers industry-wide shifts, market dynamics, and strategy behind major launches and live-service titles, often pairing big-brand news (platforms, publishers, and market trends) with detailed case studies of individual games and campaigns. Notable strengths include data-driven market insights from analysts, plus candid conversations with developers and industry leaders about publishing decisions, marketing approaches, and community engagement. A recurring through-line is how financial trends, platform strategies, and fan engagement shape game marketing, PR, and sponsorship opportunities. The format tends to ble... more

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1. Mat Piscatella
2. Hakan Abrak
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5. Christofer Sundberg
6. Matteo Sapio
7. Ian Murray
8. Konrad Tomaszkiewicz

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