
On The Gaming Playbook, Harry Phokou sits down with experts in the games industry who have never been interviewed before. Through these in-depth conversations, Harry unpacks the "Playbook" that made them so successful. Skip the line on Tuesdays and download the real-life cheat codes every gaming industry pro needs to know. LinkedIn: @hphokou Instagram: @hphokou Newsletter: join.thegamingpl... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 69 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Why are indie game funding deals getting harder in 2026?
In this episode, I'm joined by Pontus Maehler, games industry advisor and Co-Founder of Agora Gaming Partners, an advisory firm focused on video gaming M&A, publishing, and fundraising.
He br... more
Today, I'm joined by Jakub Remiar, Mobile F2P monetization consultant and veteran game designer, for a deep dive into the future of the mobile games industry. From why China is dominating mobile game design and monetization to how user acquisition be... more
AAA games are getting too big, and it’s breaking the industry.
In this episode, game director Alexandre Amancio (Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry) breaks down why massive teams, bloated scope, and risk-averse design are hurting modern game development, and... more
Why do most retrospectives fail, and how do you turn them into a real driver of team performance?
In this episode, I sit down with Maria Maunula, Senior Game Producer at Supercell, to break down how to run retrospectives that actually lead to change... more
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A show focused on real-world strategies and career trajectories in the gaming industry, with in-depth conversations featuring prominent developers, marketers, founders, and executives. Across episodes, listeners get pragmatic guidance on resilience, growth, and monetization—from building resilient company cultures and early-marketing integration to navigating platforms like Roblox and indie publishing. The format tends to emphasize actionable playbooks: how to market games effectively, how to attract top talent, and how to scale a studio or career in a highly competitive space. A notable thread is the emphasis on relationship-building, community engagement, and strategic partnerships as levers for success in gaming businesses and careers.
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