Indie Game Fest’s Post

There are a group of people who I have built relationships with in the #videogameindustry and when they speak, I listen carefully. I don't always agree with them, but I trust their judgment, their experience and their passion. Sheloman Byrd is firmly in that group of people. Hell, he might be the first to enter that group as he was one of my first colleagues when I started working in #videogames. If you're building live service titles - start a conversation with him sooner than later. #gamepublishing #gamedevelopment #gamemarketing

🎮 Why Indie Games Are a Smart Investment for CEOs 🎮 ⚙️ Innovation: Indie games are renowned for creativity and unique gameplay. They explore new genres and mechanics, attracting players seeking fresh experiences and setting your company apart in the gaming market. 💰 Cost-Effectiveness: Indie games generally require lower budgets compared to AAA titles, offering a higher return on investment. This allows for more creative risks, potentially leading to breakthrough successes. 🤝🏼 Community Engagement: Indie games foster strong, passionate communities. These loyal and engaged players provide valuable feedback and promote your games through word-of-mouth, enhancing brand loyalty and expanding your audience. 💸 Invest in indie games to drive innovation, maximize ROI, and build a dedicated community. Ready to explore the potential of indie games for your business growth? Let’s connect! 🚀 #IndieGames #GamingIndustry #CEOStrategy #CommunityEngagement 

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I welcome more quality competitors in the instant games sector. Let me explain what I mean. After visiting a lot of industry events, I noticed two things: 1. The interest in our niche is growing. It might push game providers to create more instant games and result in innovations and fresh ideas. I am very eager to see that.  2. The quality of games is yet to reach a high level. I saw people duplicating each other's content and only tweaking design elements. That's the tendency we have to get rid of. Instant games niche has to be more active and innovation-focused. There will be games that are always popular but we need some disruptions. That's why I'm all for more competition.  We at Turbo Games need to flex our muscles. #turbostars #turboplatform #turbogames #turbosportsbook #igamingsolutions #instantgames

Casual games are currently more prominent than many big industry games due to their creative freedom, lower costs, and unique themes, which resonate with players seeking fresh experiences. Unlike large studios, indie developers can take risks with gameplay mechanics and storytelling, often resulting in innovative titles that stand out. The rise of digital distribution platforms and streaming has further amplified their reach, while the direct engagement between developers and communities builds a sense of authenticity and player investment. As a result, indie games often attract more attention and praise, even without the vast resources of AAA studios.

10+ Billion installs with 250+ Million in IAP revenue! Azur Games is killing it, so we talked about their recipe to success In this episode, Felix and Jakub interview Sergey from Azur Games , one of the biggest publishers in the hypercasual market. They discuss Azur Games' strategy, the state of the hypercasual market, and the future outlook. Sergey shares insights into Azur Games' flexible publishing approach and their focus on long-term retention. They also discuss the concept of hybrid casual games and the importance of profitability and ROAS targets. The conversation concludes with a deep dive into Azur Games' portfolio, including their successful titles and their latest game, Slime Castle. Sergey also mentions their efforts to work closely with Chinese and Korean game developers. The conversation then shifts to user acquisition and the creative process for advertising campaigns. Sergey emphasizes the importance of testing and iterating on creatives and the use of AI in their development. Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/d4_StgNT Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ddP5Z63N Subscribe to the Brutally Honest newsletter: lancaric.substack.com Join the discussion in our Slack channel: https://lnkd.in/d3xPiNcc Thanks a lot, Sensor Tower, for all the data!

Really wondering how indie games get the publicity they do. Obviously there’s a level of quality to be seen throughout these special circumstances- like Hades, Enshrouded, Stardew Valley, Etc. But what really gets them out front? Is it the publisher? Is it built on the relationship these developers have with the Early Access Communities they built? Is it just pure luck? Is it understanding trends? Or is it something else entirely? I’m interested in what the thoughts are-either through industry experience, statistics, or through stories you’ve seen. #indiegames #independentstudios #thoughts #wttwgames #gamestrends #gamesindustry

Summer Game Fest Takeaways 🏝️ With the release of my personal project GameAPI (check it out below), I’m excited to share some more of my games industry musings here on LinkedIn! To begin, let’s dive into my main takeaways from last week’s showcase. 👾 Indie Publishing From the Among Us creators announcing their new indie publisher Outersloth to Blumhouse's suite of new indie horror games, it was refreshing to see indie games getting the spotlight and funding throughout the presentation! 🎞 Cross-Media IPs and franchises from film and television have crossed over into gaming for years, however it was amazing to begin seeing film and television production companies begin to cross over into games as well, most notably with Blumhouse. 🌐 Multiplatform It was fascinating to see LEGO Horizon Adventures, a Sony IP, be announced with a release to Nintendo Switch as an interesting new case of key console makers releasing software containing their own franchises on other platforms. Did you catch up on any of the gaming presentations last week? What were favorite reveals or takeaways? --- If you’d like to explore a growing and customizable dashboard of games industry history, check out my GameAPI Dashboard below! https://lnkd.in/gJu4KuPd ⬅️ #gamesindustry #games #summergamefest #nintendo #gamesjournalism #apis

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