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Insightful article from GamesIndustry.Biz, in a world where every medium, Video Games, Film, TV/Streaming, Social Media and more are vying for our attention, any advantage that can be leveraged should be explores. The ability to actively share experiences with friends by playing together is significant advantage that other mediums cannot replicate so easily, so pushing the ability to play together regardless of which platform you are on can only be a positive Also a very valid point from Kristian Segerstrale about looking at the wider picture when it comes to the growth of the industry, especially with the ever increasing news stories of layoffs https://lnkd.in/eHu97m6Y

Happy to share my thoughts on the Video Games Industry with the Financial Times. There is a lot of private equity interest building in the industry. The proposed takeout of Keywords by EQT and the recent acquisition of Jagex by CVC\Haveli provides very clear evidence of this. Game studios are managing their cost bases globally and balance sheets are beginning to get into good shape after a few slower growth Years. The sector remains very well positioned as a core function of consumer entertainment spend and a growing player base globally and private equity clearly recognises this. #videogames #growingplayerbase #privateequity #mergersandacquisitions

🎩 🏠 When you play Monopoly, do you select the top hat game piece, the thimble, or something else? These are challenging life decisions. Scopely, a mobile-first game developer and game publisher, made a much easier decision in selecting Moloco to help with the launch of Monopoly GO! TLDR: Monopoly GO! became the top mobile board game worldwide. Learn how #machinelearning helps consistently find high-quality, highly-engaged players. https://lnkd.in/gjwSNT_i

Ha, been there, done that, didn't even get a t-shirt :D In my opinion, there's going to be a lot of head scratching in a few years, among the PC and console publishers, when the audience tires of the same old product being repackaged and resold. Doing something new is how the hits, that drive this business, are found. #gamedevelopment #gamedev #gamesindustry

Must have contracts for Gaming startups/companies ⤵ (You would want to save this for later!) Some specific contracts: ⤵ (Apart from the general ones) → Terms of Service (ToS) → Licensing Agreement → Publishing Agreement → Beta Testing Agreement → Game Development Agreement → In-Game Advertising Agreement → Game Asset Purchase Agreement → Community Guidelines Agreement → End-User License Agreement (EULA) PS: Continue the List in the Comments! (I will be sharing must have contracts from different industries in the coming month) STAY TUNED!

Gaming studios need solutions that go beyond the basics—they need scalability and versatility. That's one of the reasons why we offer solutions that not only help you grow, but they grow with you. Scalable, flexible, and fully personalized solutions to help you get after your KPIs in a more precise and accurate manner. Plus, our tools help you increase installs, enhance player loyalty, and keep your audience engaged for the long haul. Simply put, it’s about more than just growth. With Earnscape, it’s about building a strong player community. We’re built to support your KPIs so you can focus fully on creating unforgettable experiences. If you’re ready to hit your KPIs with a platform that’s as adaptable and growth-focused as you are, reach out to us today!

Our theme this year is Resilience and Adaptation, with talks and panels focused on how to adapt to a rapidly changing world, and addressing big topics like GenAI, cross-media adaptations (games and Hollywood), and the challenge of layoffs in an industry that is becoming part of mainstream culture. https://bit.ly/4bhrnhz

I'm thrilled to finally announce what Faith Elisabeth Lilley and I’ve been working on: World Tree, the TTRPG community’s platform! Whether you're new to tabletop role-playing games, a seasoned Game Master, a content creator, or a publisher, World Tree is here to level up your gaming and content creation experience. All-Inclusive Content: All content, features, and games on the platform are all inclusive. That means you get access to everything for a low monthly fee, ensuring you have everything you need to create and play without limits. Level Up Your Games: Not your grandparents’ VTT, our best-in-class party-based character builder, session 0 tools, character sheets, and campaigns make creating and managing your characters and campaigns easier and more fun than ever. Community-Centric: At World Tree, we put the community first. Our platform is designed to be radically inclusive and accessible, providing everything you need to bring your games to life. #NonAI #VirtualTabletop #TTRPG #TabletopGames #TabletopRPG #Gaming #GamingCommunity #CharacterBuilder #CampaignManagement #ContentCreation #Session0 #RolePlayingGames #TechInnovation #DesignInnovation #UserCenteredDesign #UserExperience #ProductDesign #DigitalDesign #ProductDesign #Design #Accessibility #Inclusion

95% of studios are working on or aim to release a live service game: 📊 According to Griffin Gaming Partners, 95% of game studios worldwide are either working on or planning to release a live service game. 🌐 📈 The survey, conducted with 537 studios in collaboration with Rendered VC, highlighted that 66% believe live services are crucial for long-term success. 🏆 🔄 Live services involve regular updates, shaping a constant planning state, and adjusting game parameters to enhance player experience. 🎯 🔄 Traditional game development takes 2-3 years, whereas live production extends beyond 5 years, emphasizing the dynamic nature of live service planning. 🔄 🚀 Teams in live service development are racing against time for faster content releases, with ideal schedules ranging from weekly to biweekly for live ops and biweekly to monthly for game updates. ⏩🆕 #GameDevelopment #LiveServiceGames #GamingInsights #IndustryReport 🎮📈

Steve just back from an insightful DICE Summit, and it's clear that 2024 is shaping up to be a year where fostering a loyal fan base is key for game developers and publishers. There’s some rough waters in the gaming industry right now. But it's inspiring to see developers coming together, sharing resources, job opportunities, and offering support to one another. Developers fostering strong, inclusive environments around their games will be better positioned to sustain growth in 2024 through player support via UGC and a renaissance for other user-led activities like third party servers. Let's continue to nurture our communities together. Here's to facing challenges head-on and emerging stronger, united by our passion for gaming. 💜 (Also shoutout to Steven Augustine for attending his first event as our Head of Business Development & Sales!) #GamingIndustry #DICESummit #GameDevelopment