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Happy We got to release this map. I find it very important to paint a clear picture of what the industry looks like, so I would be encouraging the team to release more of the data We've gathered over the years. Of course, it is not 100% accurate. There are one or two studios here and there not on this map. For some, We missed out on capturing their data, for others, We couldn't find concrete data to present them. Either way, this is a work-in-progress that gives a clear picture of most of the major stakeholders. Watch out for updates and more. #gamesindustry #Africangamesindustry #industrymap #videogames

Gaming has huge economic potential on the African continent but governments and relevant ministries (if and where they exist are not equipped to regulate or support) are sadly yet to realise this hashtag #gaming #gamedevelopment #africa #policydevelopment #creativeindustries #creativebusiness #creativeeconomy

Discover Carry1st a South African gaming company leading the way in mobile game publishing. Founded by Cordel Robbin-Coker (@cordel_rc), Carry1st is bringing African stories to the global gaming stage. 🎮 Overview: Carry1st was founded to publish and promote mobile games that reflect African culture and stories. Founders' Backgrounds: Cordel Robbin-Coker, a tech entrepreneur with a passion for gaming, aimed to showcase African creativity and talent in the global gaming industry. Challenges and Overcoming Them: Breaking into the competitive gaming market was a major challenge. Carry1st overcame this by focusing on high-quality content and unique cultural narratives that resonate with players worldwide. Achievements: Carry1st has successfully launched several popular games, gaining a substantial user base and receiving international recognition. Quote from Founder: "Our mission is to put Africa on the map in the gaming world by creating and publishing games that tell our unique stories." – Cordel Robbin-Coker Sources: https://zurl.co/GKC0 #MotivationMonday #GamingSuccess #AfricanInnovation #BizVitalSigns Follow us for more stories of innovation and success!

Business-to-business networking events will be held to facilitate collaboration among game developers, publishers and other top professionals in the industry. You won't want to miss that. We wrote about it and you can read it here: business-to-business networking events will be held to facilitate collaboration among game developers, publishers and other top professionals in the industry.

As you may recall, last month we hosted our first Subscrible Demo Day, aimed at offering both aspiring and established #gamedevelopers a centralized platform to showcase their projects and garner feedback from potential investors. The outcome surpassed our expectations! Not only did we receive positive feedback from investors expressing keen interest in further developing this format, but we also saw a significant influx of applications from developers eager to present their products. This overwhelming response made it clear: the event resonated deeply with all stakeholders involved! Consequently, we've decided to organize a second Subscrible's Games Demo Day. This ensures that every project has the chance to showcase its unique offering and receive valuable feedback from potential #investors. We're excited to announce the second Games Demo Day by Subscrible | Your Self Publishing Mobile Games Booster, now with an expanded geographic scope, featuring #gamedevelopers and investors from Europe, the United States, and Israel. Mark your calendars for May 28th at 16:00 UTC!  Applications will be open until noon CET on May 22. Join us on this transformative journey towards cultivating a more dynamic and flourishing #gamingecosystem. Would you like to join Shima Capital, Griffin Gaming Partners, Playtika? For further details and to participate, visit: https://lnkd.in/dANWYQhu

SEA Web3 gaming market is still attractive.

In the games business it is sometimes all too easy to become inwardly focused...we are after all, an exciting, evolving industry with highs & lows aplenty... To do that to the exclusion of all else however is foolhardy. There is a whole world of innovation out there, particularly the broader world of "tech". Whether we take inspiration from new business models or utilise emerging technologies, there is value in looking further afield. Equally....there are major misconceptions about gaming from the tech industry leaders I speak to. A little knowledge can be a dangerous thing, and not getting the right advice can lead to spurious conclusions & expensive failures (Google Stadia anyone?) Lets be clear GAMING IS NOT A SUBSET OF TECH It is a highly *creative* endeavour, with a clear focus on *fun* for the consumer This means both the makers & consumers of the product have a very different mindset those who'd build a more general tech-based business. The issues are not insurmountable though...tech and gaming may not be siblings, but they are cousins. With the right advice on market dynamics, opportunity identification and strategic execution, tech companies CAN win in the gaming world. They just need the right guide. I'll be at London Tech week.

Business of games: 6 biggest funding rounds, partnerships, and trends from the last week (investment round-up details from Feb 4th week) 1. Monumental acquires Coin Dozer publisher Game Circus 2. Yuga Labs acquires Proof Web3 digital art platform 3. GameCentric secures $1.5 million angel investment to fuel growth in MENA 4. A cohort of Swedish gaming professionals has unveiled Cult of the North, a new games studio. 5. 1SP Agency acquires Renaissance PR for "superagency" status with plans to cover games 6. XPLA secures funding from Play Ventures to foster Web3 innovation >> Highlight on game funds from 2023 vs 2022 investments: In 2023, 403 deals were made totaling $2.7 billion. This marks a 4-fold decrease in volume compared to the previous year and a 36% decrease in the number of deals. Top Trends: 1. The Nintendo Switch 2 release reportedly delayed until early 2025 2. Legends of Learning and Rovio release Angry Birds educational games #gamedevelopment #gamedesign #businessofgames

🎮 Lithuania’s gamedev ecosystem is going from strength to strength! A new report on Europe’s games industry highlights a continuous growth in Lithuania’s up-and-coming gamedev ecosystem. Already a hub for IT talent, Lithuania has become a magnet for games developers in the region, with relocations fueling the industry’s growth to more than 100 studios employing over 2,700 specialists. Discover more about Lithuania’s gamedev potential in the new report ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/dewmYJbG

🎮 The Indie Gaming Boom: Are You Ready? 🚀 Gaming isn’t just a hobby anymore—it’s a growing industry of $200 billion. But the real excitement? It's happening in the indie space. Small studios with big ideas are reshaping the landscape, and you don’t need millions to get started. Here's what we've learned from building Banzan Studios: 1️⃣ Start lean: A strong MVP can teach you more than an overbuilt product. 2️⃣ Focus on community: Gamers are your best advocates. Engage early. 3️⃣ Experiment: Creativity thrives in small teams, so test wild ideas! 💡 What’s your biggest challenge when starting a game studio? Drop your thoughts in the comments—let’s learn from each other! #GameDev #IndieGames #StartupLife #TechTrends #GamingIndustry