Category: Business Strategy & Development
Core business planning, funding, legal aspects (lightly, or point to resources), monetization models, defining your studio’s vision, market research, and long-term planning
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Game Developer Legal Foundations: Copyright, Trademark, and Contract Essentials with indie Lawyer Jacob Vela
In this episode, lawyer and indie developer Jacob Vela discusses crucial legal knowledge for game developers. He emphasizes the importance of contracts, intellectual property protections, and understanding ownership issues among…
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The Perfect Game Trailer: Secrets from Industry Legend Derek Lieu
This episode features game trailer expert Derek Lieu, who shares key insights into crafting effective trailers. He emphasizes establishing genre early, understanding viewer engagement, and the importance of sound mixing.…
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How to Announce Your Indie Game: PR Secrets from Pirate PR’s Robby Bisschop
This episode features Robby Bisschop from Pirate PR, emphasizing the importance of effective game announcements for indie developers. He discusses the anatomy of press releases, building relationships with media, and…
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Last-Minute Game Marketing: 90-Day Plan to Boost Steam Wishlists
In this episode, Devin Dixon of Glitch shares a 90-day marketing strategy for indie game developers. He emphasizes building engaging content, utilizing social media and influencer marketing, and maintaining sales…
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Secrets to Building a Game Brand Everyone Remembers
The episode features Katie and Jonathan Binns discussing the significance of branding in indie game development. They emphasize that brand identity goes beyond visuals and must create an emotional connection…
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Stop Fighting Your Deadlines & Actually Finish Your Game
In this episode, Josh Davis from Drinkbox Studios shares insights on overcoming development challenges faced by indie game creators. He emphasizes balancing passion with discipline, the importance of frequent meetings,…
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Communicating Your Vision to a Capsule Artist
This episode features artist James Combridge discussing the significance of capsule art in gaming. It emphasizes the need for clear briefs, effective communication, and constructive feedback to enhance collaboration between…