Ariel Taieb

Updated 12/2/24: 667 New Games Jobs at 200+ Companies Category #3, Resource #8 at amirsatvat.com https://lnkd.in/d6x5NHMZ Looking for new opportunities in games? Please check out Resource #8 - the most robust new games roles resource out there! Combining it with Resource #7 (Games Jobs Workbook - our long-form flagship resource updated every 1-2 months) offers the most comprehensive view of the games job market worldwide. It's not just about the total aggregate numbers - our data is the cleanest! I run a 9-step process to keep everything clean, accurate, and automated: When the role was posted How it categorizes across our 20 standard community functional groups Dedupe for the same roles in multiple locations Clean out miscategorized roles Tell you where the role is Tell you if it's remote or not - for real Tell you if it is a reposted role or not with conditional formatting - for real Give you a direct link to apply Explore more and dive into your next big opportunity! Always free and without ulterior motives, for gamers!

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My next stop is Barcelona, ¡Hola, España! Let's meet and discuss cooperation, also this time I'm going to take a part at a panel discussion on AI and how it could help Gaming industry to prosper and develop. Let's talk on future horizons of AI tools 😉 #mobilegames #gamedev #gaming #gamedevelopment #ai

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#Gamescom24 Why should we meet at Gamescom? - Come see me on stage on Gamescom Congress talking about AI, Games and Propaganda in the new age - You are an investor, Angel, VC, or a Publisher that can help us with our games and Transmedia ongoing projects (Games, TV, Toys) - You are an event organizer / speakers scout, that want an experienced speaker on stage talking about AI, Mental Health, Social impact and how we can fix our potentially great world (currently kinda sick world) - You are an indie in need of an advice, BizDev help, Game design insights - You are one of my close Gaming family, which i always love to meet everywhere in this world, sharing battle stories and development scars over a cup of coffee, beer or fresh juice! Peace and Love, Live long and prosper! here is a link to Meet2Match, send me an invite there (or just DM) https://lnkd.in/d9w26Xxz #AI #mentalhealth #gamedesign #gamedev #socialimpact #propaganda

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Data on job openings in the #gamedev industry: ➡ 86% of all open positions do not offer remote work options. Only 14% of positions provide this opportunity. ➡ Asia (32.5%), Europe (28.3%), and North America (22.9%) lead in the number of open job positions. Only jobs that do not offer remote work were considered. ➡ The countries with the most job offers for gaming industry workers are: USA (16.4%), China (13.9%), UK (7.4%), Canada (6.3%), and Japan (4.2%). ➡ At the city level, Shenzhen (6.7% of all job openings) and Shanghai (4.4%) are the leaders in terms of the number of open positions. They are followed by Montreal (3.6%), Tokyo (3%), and London (2.7%) via Dmitriy Byshonkov newsletter

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I recently came across an interesting analysis on the evolving behavior of players in general and in strategy games in particular. it also has +- 100 interesting comments at this point. https://lnkd.in/d9r26Hnb #FreeToPlay #GameDesign #GamingIndustry #StrategyGames #GameDev

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The games industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation today. With news of layoffs and team restructuring dominating our channels almost every other day, the question I often get - 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠? The normalization of unprecedented gains during COVID, overestimated future demand, inflation, challenges in user acquisition post-IDFA/privacy changes, an overcrowded market, rising costs, and the complexity of game production and live services are all contributing factors. Additionally, Gen AI forces everyone to rethink production to stay competitive. 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 Over the years, the risk-to-reward ratio for new game launches has been shifting unfavorably. Increasing costs, red ocean markets, and the complexity of live services make capturing, engaging, and retaining players to achieve profitable outcomes incredibly challenging. Efficiently translating game ideas/IPs into successful games is tough. Highly experienced teams equipped with cutting edge technology and tools are more likely to create great games. In contrast, inexperienced teams often end up over-iterating, learning on the go, stretching timelines, and/or diluting quality. Great talent is essential today and in the future to build great games. Period. 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 & 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐀𝐌  This is a safer, more predictable, and an incremental risk path for companies with successful games. Doubling down on existing games is a no-brainer part of every company's strategy. However, due to talent bandwidth constraints, companies often focus on their top games while many high-potential games in their portfolio are deprioritized and forced to die a slow death. In my years of experience in the industry, this is a massive untapped opportunity highly worth leveraging! Expanding TAM (Total Addressable Market) can provide significant gains for successful games. This complex task depends on a deep understanding of market differences and motivations that drive engagement and monetization behaviors, applying these insights to game and live services operations to unlock growth. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 This is undoubtedly a massive event on the games industry timeline. But time will reshape how games are designed, produced, and shipped to global audiences in meaningful ways. Gen AI and other technologies will make game production more efficient, high-quality, and predictable. 𝑃𝑒𝑜𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝑤ℎ𝑜 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑔𝑎𝑚𝑒𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔, 𝑎𝑠 𝑎𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑤𝑒 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘 𝑖𝑛 𝑛𝑒𝑤, 𝑢𝑝𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑑 𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠, 𝑐𝑟𝑎𝑓𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑔𝑎𝑚𝑒𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑠 𝑙𝑖𝑘𝑒 𝑛𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑏𝑒𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑎𝑠 𝑤𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒!

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💡 MOBILE GAMING SPENDER REPORT - BY MISTPLAY I would like to share with everyone a comprehensive report on the global mobile game market in 2024! 1. Mobile spenders will be more discerning with their spending in 2024 ✅ The landscape of mobile game spending may witness a discernible shift this year, with 32% of spenders – and 41% of High-value spenders – planning to reduce their in-game spending and shift toward more budget-conscious decisions for discretionary spending. 2. A good (personalized) offer goes a long way ✅Optimizing the usage of IAP offers and discounts can be a viable strategic approach to encourage investment, given that 33% of spenders indicate they will spend if they encounter a deal too good to pass up, and 40% would be influenced to spend more if given personalized offers. 3. Social factors influence installs, not always spend ✅Community is a powerful lever at the top of the funnel, with mobile spenders ranking word-of-mouth recommendations as a top-3 discovery channel and 31% downloading three or more games from referrals in the past year, but it may lose importance further down the funnel, as a majority of spenders (69%) report that social factors don’t influence their spending decisions at all. 4. Loyalty bonuses are powerful tools to engage spenders ✅Spenders are looking for ways to make their discretionary spending go further and will engage with brands that help them do so, as a majority (79%) not only engage with a variety of loyalty programs but will also spend more in-game if doing so earns them extra points or monetary rewards (51%). 5. Engagement with ads relies on relevant, real gameplay ✅A majority of spenders will download a new game after seeing an ad impressions for a few days or less – and while 72% of mobile spenders will be interested in ads that have appealing gameplay, they are often frustrated with misleading gameplay. Source References: https://buff.ly/3NStWMK #mobilegame #gameindustry #gamesector #gamota #gametrendreport

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Updated 11/10/24: 1,039 New Games Jobs at 250+ Companies Category #3, Resource #11 at amirsatvat.com https://lnkd.in/d6x5NHMZ Looking for new opportunities in games? Please check out Resource #11 - the most robust new games roles resource out there! Combining it with Resource #10 (Games Jobs Workbook - our long-form flagship resource updated every 1-2 months) offers the most comprehensive view of the games job market worldwide. It's not just about the total aggregate numbers - our data is the cleanest! I run a 9-step process to keep everything clean, accurate, and automated: When the role was posted How it categorizes across our 20 standard community functional groups Dedupe for the same roles in multiple locations Clean out miscategorized roles Tell you where the role is Tell you if it's remote or not - for real Tell you if it is a reposted role or not with conditional formatting - for real Give you a direct link to apply Explore more and dive into your next big opportunity! Always free and without ulterior motives, for gamers!

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👉These are the news that I like to share the most, R&D, Innovation, ...🚀🚀👏👏 The gladiators of the Ludium Lab team have done it again, new protocol, new UX,…….. 🚀 Spectacular ‼️‼️‼️ 👉Cars 🚗 , TV 📺(Samsung, LG .....) HTML5, Android, etc. etc. should get ready !!!! 👉Unique UX, minimum latency and best of all, OPTIMIZATION of server resources. 👏👏Our DNA, more for less!!!!!👏👏👏 Virtualization Technology Ludium Lab

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On #Vgmag, our online games magazine, you can find "V", our new monthly magazine about games and the games industry. Done by Idra Editing, and published by VIGAMUS Group, V tries to explore a new and modern take on the field, accepting the challenge of following an ever-changing landscape like the one we see in the global games industry. Our first cover story, an article that I've chosen to write, is about the industry crisis, with some interviews with industry veterans about it. The magazine is in Italian, but every article is uploaded on Vgmag as a common online piece, so it's not hard to translate it. Thanks a lot for your attention, and enjoy V. Every feedback is welcome! 💙 Read the magazine for free here: https://www.vgmag.it/ #vmensile #Gamepro #vigamus #vigamusfamily #gamejournalism #riviste #criticavideoludica #stampaspecializzata #idraediting

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Super interesting article about Live Game Services, Live Subscriptions and F2P for the console market. This article by Ampere Analysis and GamesIndustry.Biz dives into the evolving business models of the console gaming industry. It highlights the increasing prominence of live service games, free-to-play titles, and subscription services, fundamentally changing how developers bring their creations to market and how revenue is generated. Here are my key takeaways: 👑 Subscription services, while significant, aren't the sole rulers of the market. However, they have become a major player, influencing how some developers approach game development. ⭐ Live service games are the current stars of the show, captivating players with frequent updates and ongoing engagement. These titles often see players returning daily, leading to consistent revenue streams. 🕹 Free-to-play titles, while not as widespread as on mobile platforms, still hold a considerable space in the console market. 🤔 It's worth noting that a small number of publishers hold a dominant position, with their live service games driving a significant portion of the overall playtime in the console space. 💡 This shift in business models presents a more intricate competitive landscape for developers, pushing developers to factor in live service elements, free-to-play structures, and subscription services when planning and launching new games. Full article: https://lnkd.in/ejZC-HNf

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This is my first experience as a CMO and my first job in the gaming industry on the client side. For the past 7 months, we have been promoting League of Masters. From the very first weeks, it became clear that this project is not typical. Here are the challenges we’ve encountered: - Despite being a quality game, it's struggling to find its audience. - Media buying costs are rising, retention is falling, and Facebook tools are failing. - The mid-core genre transitioning into hardcore immediately dismisses a large part of the gaming audience, while we target the most solvent one (mid-core shows high revenue values in game dev reports for 2022-2023). - The need to make the game an esports discipline. - Working with bloggers not only on the "we paid - you did" scheme but also through an ambassador program. - The press doesn't want to write about "another battler," and we have to break through to them from ten different angles. How we are addressing these issues: - Testing audiences from competitors and different genres in media buying. Retention is growing, but so is the CPI. We are trying to identify where the higher quality audience is. Google Ads works worse for us than Facebook, and we will soon try TikTok Ads and Unity. - We are finding the mid-core audience through targeted bloggers and specialized press. - We've connected with several esports teams to gather feedback before launching the first tournaments. Not all feedback is free, research costs money. - We are bombarding thousands of small bloggers with emails, offering support and in-game goodies. Some are interested and start creating content. - With the press, not being able to meet in person, we network through social media and email, looking for direct contacts with journalists. This has resulted in a few good publications. Currently, my main task is to gather 10-20,000 wishlists to get featuring from Steam at launch and to form a core audience interested in the game. Additionally, we continue to seek out esports teams and gather their feedback. We have organically grown our Facebook group to 2,100 members and our YouTube channel to 780 subscribers. Soon, we plan to start paid influencer campaigns with the sole aim of adding the game to wishlists. Like this post if you find this interesting and I keep sharing!

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This is a rough time in our industry, and it is especially difficult to be a job seeker at the moment. Nevertheless, that is a position in which I find myself, in search of either additional contracts for my company or a more traditional employment arrangement for myself. So here goes... There is *nobody* else in the game industry with the sheer amount of programming experience that I have, but apparently that can be a liability. However, if you have a need for a game programming expert, an experienced technical team leader/manager, somebody with the adaptability and persistence to work in an unusual or challenging environment, or a team that can develop a game product from scratch or port one to a new platform, you really should contact me. I guarantee that I will not be available for hire for too long. 😉 https://lnkd.in/g7UZVSkj Hey, LinkedIn! Perhaps you should try hiring me to resolve the problem with your link previews showing a blog post I wrote NINE MONTHS ago. 😃 (You do know the gestation period for blogs is much shorter than that, right?)

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Is Your Game Really Ready for Launch? As the CEO and co-founder of Okami Games Studio QA, I understand how important it is to deliver games that not only meet players' expectations but also offer a seamless experience 🎮. Game development is complex, and every part of a game - from the story to the graphics to the mechanics - must work in harmony. The final product's quality depends on how well each component is crafted and tested, and that’s where Quality Assurance comes in. At Okami Games Studio QA, we specialize in providing high-quality video game testing services, ensuring that your game is polished, bug-free, and ready for launch 🚀. Our experienced team works closely with developers throughout the entire cycle, identifying issues early and offering feedback to improve gameplay 🎯. We bridge the gap between developers' creative vision and the need for consistency and reliability. QA is more than just finding bugs 🐞 - it's ensuring that every aspect of the game functions as intended, delivering a consistent experience for players. Whether it’s ensuring smooth gameplay mechanics, checking for graphical or audio inconsistencies, or verifying features across platforms 💻📱, we cover all the bases. Our detailed testing ensures no issue is overlooked, preventing crashes, glitches, or performance problems that could harm the player's experience. In today’s fast-paced gaming industry, continuous improvement is essential 📈. Testing tools and techniques are constantly evolving, and at Okami Games Studio QA, we stay ahead of the curve 🌟. Our team keeps up-to-date with the latest technologies, adapting to trends like agile development and multiplayer gaming. Whether it’s testing network stability or optimizing for various hardware, we ensure your game is ready for the modern gaming world 🌍. What sets us apart is our dedication to your success 🏆. We don’t just test - we partner with you to bring your vision to life. We understand every game is unique, so we tailor our testing process to your needs. From concept to release 🚀, we work with you to deliver a game that exceeds player expectations and stands out in the market . If you're looking for a trusted partner to ensure your game meets the highest standards of quality, look no further. At Okami Games Studio QA, we're passionate about helping you deliver the best gaming experience. Let’s talk, and together we’ll make your next game a success 💥🎯. #gametesting #qualityassurance #qualitycontrol #okamigamesstudio #videogames #testingservices #qa #gameperformance

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🚀 After Nearly 4 Years in Development, BARKOUR is Officially Announced! 🐾I’m thrilled to finally share the culmination of almost four years of hard work, dedication, and a bit of dogged determination: BARKOUR, the latest project from VARSAV Game Studios S.A. The announcement trailer landed exclusively on IGN Entertainment: https://lnkd.in/dwxsGDhE Creating a game where the main protagonist is a dog has been an incredible journey—one that’s taken us through countless iterations, design challenges, and a major re-design in 2022. When we first embarked on this project, we knew we wanted to bring something unique to the table—a game that not only captured the heart and humor of a four-legged hero but also provided a rich, engaging gameplay experience. 🎮 Design Challenges: The idea of a canine protagonist brought with it both exciting opportunities and unique challenges. How do you balance the agility and instinct of a dog with the complex mechanics of a stealth action shooter? How do you ensure that the world feels immersive and dynamic while staying true to the playful and dynamic nature of a dog? There were moments when we had to completely rethink our approach—which led us from Project ARIA, based on environmental storytelling and a deep graphics stylization to Project CHASE (codename for BARKOUR) – so a dog game much more based on mechanics. We realized that we needed to go beyond just creating a game with a dog. We had to design a game for a dog, allowing players to experience the world through T.H.U.N.D.E.R.'s eyes (and nose!). 🐕 The Final Vision: With BARKOUR, we’ve created a world where players can truly step into the paws of a special agent, combining stealth, action, and a dash of humor. Whether you're a dog lover, a casual gamer, or a fan of fast-paced action, BARKOUR will offer something for everyone.   I couldn’t be prouder of the 35 developers team at VARSAV Game Studios for their relentless creativity and passion. It’s been a long road, especially with the sharp curves we encountered along the way during the production and release of Giants Uprising, but seeing BARKOUR come to life in its final form is incredibly rewarding. Hope that players will enjoy our vision as much as we enjoy it during the development. 🔜 Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to our 2025 release! #Barkour #GameDevelopment #IndieGames #indiedev #DogLovers #StealthAction #dogs #doggame

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Ad monetization trends in mobile games for September - UA is driving game design & admon, but "It's all about ad placements." 👇 Felix brought graphs, gameplay, and insights! Some takeaways from the last episode: ▪️ User acquisition is increasingly influencing game design & ad placements. ▪️ Hiding content behind ads is a growing trend. Again! ▪️ Ultra casual games are gaining popularity due to their accessibility. ▪️ Innovative monetization techniques are emerging in the gaming industry. ▪️ Ad revenue-based games are shifting towards subscription models based on App business. 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dT2XGzSd 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dfw9ViiY 🦄 Subscribe to the Brutally Honest newsletter: lancaric.substack.com 🗣 Join the discussion in our Slack channel: https://lnkd.in/dbrDdGiJ Thanks a lot, Sensor Tower, for all the data! Jakub x two & a half gamers

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➡Exciting Milestone and New Beginnings Last week, we successfully launched Chains of Fury Volume 1, our retro-inspired boomer shooter. While the launch came with a few challenges, I’m proud to say the game is now available on three major PC platforms—Steam, GOG, and EGS—thanks to the support of Fulqrum Publishing Ltd.. The good news is that Chains of Fury will continue to receive support and updates moving forward. However, the challenging reality is that, at least for now, the revenue generated by the game is not sufficient to sustain Cobble Games. ➡What does this mean? As the primary developer and designer, I will remain committed to updating and improving the game. Unfortunately, this also means I’ve had to make the difficult decision to disband our incredible team of talented professionals. For the first time in 7 years, I will be seeking new opportunities in the industry. Do I have any regrets? Not a single one. I’ve made mistakes along the way, but I embrace them and take full responsibility. These experiences have been invaluable. Over the past 7 years, I’ve learned more than I ever could have imagined. I’ve had the privilege of working alongside brilliant, talented individuals and gained experiences that have shaped both my career and personal growth. I am immensely proud of what we’ve achieved at Cobble Games and of the contributions made by our former team members. ➡The Reality of Entrepreneurship Sometimes you win, and sometimes you lose. That’s part of the journey. For anyone reviewing the credits section of Chains of Fury: if you see a former team member applying for a role at your company, I can personally vouch for them as not only skilled professionals but, more importantly, exceptional individuals. ➡ Looking Ahead I will soon be exploring opportunities for a producer or game designer role at another company. Having successfully built Cobble Games from the ground up and run it for 7 years without external funding, I’m confident I can bring that same level of dedication and leadership to help your team deliver its projects.

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Gamescom is upon us 🍻 glad to be back and moderate this key roundtable about "Game Discovery" together with a terrific panel of experts. Join us and participate - we're going to dive into lots of practical knowledge on how to do things, discuss, debate and share our daring opinions about what's missing, which trends to follow and what is the future of game discovery. From finding your key discovery hooks early, to developing strategies for marketing and community while utilizing a planning framework, all through researching & trying new tools, harnessing data, thinking outside the box, and developing a growth mindset. Come and ask these seasoned experts and myself everything you wanted to know. Erik Peterson - Biz Dev @ Steam Benoit Clerc - Head of Publishing @ Nacon (Robocop, Terminator, Greedfall 2) Charlotte Cook - Global Commercial @ Team 17 (Hell Let Loose, Overcooked! 2, Golf with Friends) Jeremy Fielding - Head of Community @ Stunlock Studios (V Rising) Gregory Queste - CEO @ Trailsparker and veteran brand marketing Tuesday 20.8 - 3pm - at Stage 13 More details: https://lnkd.in/dsgwJQZH

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Are you looking for a job with relocation? This one mistake can cost an interview: You forgot to mention in the CV that you are open to relocation. Let me tell you why this is important. Let's say there's a process for a Unity Developer in Berlin. The ad clearly states that it's Berlin, and the work is hybrid. You apply, and there's info you're from another country. There's no information that you are ready to relocate. And there are 20-30 other applicants. (If we're talking small numbers). Possible outcomes: 1) The recruiter contacts you to ask if you want to relocate. If your profile seems like a match, it's likely to happen. If it's 50/50 and they have other people in the pipeline, they might move on to the other ones first, find someone local or with proper info, and simply not return. 2) The recruiter assumes you haven't read the ad and just auto-rejects. Neither is great for you, honestly. So, just be precise. If you're open to relocation, mention it in the CV. As always - don't leave room for assumption. You got this 💪

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