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In this episode, Deconstructor of Fun's Mishka Katkoff sits down with Thibault de Vésinne-Larüe, VP of Core Gaming at Voodoo, to unpack one of the industry's most ruthless yet successful publishing machines. How does Voodoo test 2,000 prototypes a year? What separates great studios from the rest? Why do most games get killed — and how do you know which ones to bet on? If you're serious about understanding hybrid-casual publishing, this is required listening.00:40 Characteristics of Top Performing Teams04:31 Prototyping Process and Metrics22:03 Soft Launch and Monetization25:31 Shift from Ads to In-App Purchases28:17 Scaling Game Development Teams31:49 Structuring Partnerships with Developers40:53 Common Mistakes in Game Development46:39 Breaking into Voodoo's Ecosystem48:48 Conclusion and Future Goals
In this episode of Deconstructor of Fun, Jen Donahoe is by Charles Hambro, CEO and Co-Founder of GEEIQ, and Matt Edelman, President and CEO of Super League, to dive deep into the evolving world of brand activations and UGC (user-generated content) in gaming. We explore how brands navigate virtual worlds, the ROI of successful campaigns, and why gaming audiences are more valuable than ever. The conversation spans the rise of playable ads, IAB standards, and the growing distinction between branded content and traditional ads. Charles and Matt also share their insights on the future of campaign-based activations and why entertainment brands are doubling down on gaming. 00:00 Introduction to Brand and UGC Activations04:57 UGC and Virtual Worlds07:44 Brand Activations15:47 ROI and Success Stories21:02 Challenges and Future of UGC Platforms27:12 The Power of Gaming Audiences27:45 Mobile Advertising29:00 Playable Ads29:42 IAB and Playable Ad Standards31:34 Engaging Audiences with Playable Ads35:49 Branded Content vs. Traditional Ads36:41 The Future of Branded Content in Gaming42:40 The Importance of Campaign-Based Activations44:47 Entertainment Brands in Gaming46:59 Concluding Thoughts and Future Trends
In this episode, Deconstructor of Fun's Michail Katkoff sits down with Tobias Knoke — long-time Googler, gaming industry expert, and Gen Z whisperer — to unpack what game developers need to know right now about the fastest-growing and most misunderstood audience in gaming.
Josh Wilson, CEO of SciPlay, returns to the podcast for the third time to discuss key topics such as the significance of Q5, the challenges of app store reliance, the stalled growth in the gaming market, the emergence of hybrid casualization, and the role of AI in gaming.Subscribe to the Deconstructor of Fun Newsletter: www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribeContinue the conversation on our Slack channel: www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack00:00 Introduction and Previous Conversations03:28 Understanding Q5 and Its Impact on Gaming12:38 Navigating App Store Reliance and Customer Ownership21:46 Stalled Growth in the Gaming Market31:24 Customer Retention as a Business Strategy37:44 Embracing Change and Innovation40:55 The Shift to Hybrid Casual Gaming55:15 The Role of AI in Gaming01:09:02 Future Skills in a Changing Landscape
Eric speedruns through an a16z correction, while Phil can't wrap his head around Funplus' new 4x Dark Legion thesis. Adam tells us Netease's Fragpunk is dead, and Jen tells us games journalism is alive. Against all odds, Netflix Games records its first positive segment. And did you hear that? It's the inZOI train CHUGGin'.Subscribe to the Deconstructor of Fun Newsletter:www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribeContinue the conversation on our Slack channel:www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack02:16 Post-GDC Debriefing09:35 A16Z Speed Run13:48 Game Journalism is Back!!17:08 Nintendo Direct and Switch 2 Rumors18:41 MOBA Shutdowns and VC Funded Games25:15 FunPlus and Dark Legion31:00 DC Comics in Gaming: Challenges and Failures35:03 The Future of 4X Strategy Games37:18 Marvel Rivals and Rag Punk Analysis56:27 Netflix's Gaming Strategy
Mishka wrestles with the implications of AppLovin's Triple Dot acquisition, while Scopely's latest move has everyone questioning the future of Pokémon Go. Eric breaks down the latest insights from the Turkish gaming industry, while Jen dissects the Midia Research gamer segmentation report. Phil revisits the hypercasual ad playbook, while Subway Surfers just keeps running. Plus, a final look at GDC announcements, the mobile vs. console showdown, and what it all means for the industry.The Deconstructor of Fun Newsletter:www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribeContinue the conversation on our Slack channel:www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack04:24 Turkish Gaming Industry Insights06:20 GDC Event Announcements09:16 Triple Dot and AppLovin Acquisition Analysis22:58 Midia Research Gamer Segmentation Report30:10 Social Elements in Gaming30:35 Mobile vs Console31:13 Farmville, Monopoly Go, and Female Gamers33:41 Subway Surfers34:23 The Hypercasual Ad Strategy41:12 Scopely's Acquisition of Niantic Games44:04 The Future of Pokemon Go53:50 Scopely's Strategy
Eric tries his best to make sense of the AppLovin deal, while Monster Hunter Wilds has never made more sense. Laura covers Supercell's Lonely Island play, Boat Game, while Jen defends Disney IP as it STEPs it up in Japan. Phil wants a recount of Guitar Hero's demise, while Activision announces another entry in the franchise.The Deconstructor of Fun Newsletter:www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribeContinue the conversation on our Slack channel:www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack00:00 Introduction and Hosts02:27 Today's Topics Overview03:01 Jen's UCLA Story04:00 GDC Announcements05:46 AppLovin's Short Seller Drama07:26 Steam's Record-Breaking Numbers08:32 AppLovin's Game Division Sale12:50 Sony's PlayStation VR 2 Price Drop13:55 Supercell and SpaceApe Updates17:15 Forte's Acquisition of Sealants18:06 Miniclip Acquires Lessmore18:38 Supercell's New Boat Game23:05 Supercell's Market Mismatch23:34 Roblox Comparison Debate24:06 Monetization Challenges25:01 Split Faction Reviews25:43 Fable Delayed Again26:44 Monster Hunter's Global Success31:29 Disney Step in Japan34:10 Scopely's Vanity Play39:06 Guitar Hero Mobile Announcement44:45 The Fall of Music Games46:52 Conclusion and Farewell
“The way we survive is built on being creative every day” We sit down with Burak Vardal, CEO and co-founder of Rollic, to explore how the company skyrocketed in just a couple of years from a Turkish startup to one of the most successful mobile game publishers in the world.Burak shares insights on: The early days of Rollic and its quick acquisition by Zynga for $168M How they consistently launch hit mobile games The shift from hyper-casual to hybrid-casual and how it changed their business model Why being a gamer-first company is key to their success What makes Turkey a global hub for mobile game development The future of Rollic under Take-Two InteractiveDownload the FREE Hybrid Casual Playbook: metahybridcasualplaybook.splashthat.com/
The Hybridcasual Playbook https://metahybridcasualplaybook.splashthat.com/ In this episode of the Deconstructor of Fun podcast, Mishka Katkoff interviews Vincent Fevrier, CMO of Tap Nation, discussing the evolution of hybrid casual games and the unique position of French publishers in the gaming industry. They explore Tap Nation's growth from a startup to a mid-size publisher, the challenges of transitioning from hypercasual to hybrid casual, and the importance of user acquisition and marketing strategies. The conversation also delves into acquisition strategies, building internal capabilities for live operations, and the future outlook for the gaming industry. Chapters 00:00 The Rise of Hypercasual Gaming in France 02:52 Tap Nation's Evolution: From Hypercasual to Hybrid Casual 06:04 Navigating Challenges in a Post-COVID Gaming Landscape 08:54 Marketing Strategies: LTV vs. CAC in Hybrid Casual 12:04 Acquisition Strategies: Building a Portfolio of Games 14:56 Operational Changes: Adapting to Hybrid Casual Dynamics 17:51 Building Internal Capabilities for Game Development 21:00 The Future of Tap Nation: Diversifying Game Types 24:07 Competing in a Crowded Market: Finding Unique Assets 32:25 The Competitive Landscape of Game Publishing 35:11 Building Relationships in the Gaming Industry 39:11 Navigating Acquisitions and Partnerships 44:17 The Evolution of Tapnation and Its Strategies 50:43 Industry Outlook: Challenges and Opportunities keywords hypercasual, hybrid casual, gaming industry, Tap Nation, ad tech, game development, user acquisition, monetization strategies, French gaming market, game publishing, game publishing, acquisitions, industry trends, mobile gaming, Tapnation, partnerships, user acquisition, market growth, gaming industry, competitive landscape
Happy Thanksgaming! This week, the Deconstructor of Fun crew kicks things off with a recap of the buzzing Slush event before diving into a deep analysis of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. From there, we tackle Ubisoft's heated return-to-office controversy and explore Hasbro's massive $150 million investment in gaming. The latter half of the episode delves into Royal Kingdom's prolonged soft launch strategy and wrap up with a discussion on FIFA's latest collaboration with Mythical Games. Can they rival EA FC? Tune in for insights, reflections, and a glimpse into what lies ahead in the evolving gaming landscape! 00:00 Happy Thanksgaming! 02:54 Slush Event Recap 08:26 Heroic Labs Updates 17:37 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Analysis 29:49 Ubisoft's Return to Office Controversy 36:54 Hasbro's $150 Million Investment in Gaming 41:03 Mattel vs. Hasbro: A Tale of Two Toy Giants 45:48 The Interconnectedness of Toys and Gaming 54:47 Game District's Acquisition of Gleam Games 55:49 AppCharge Raises $26 Million for Gaming Apps 56:36 Royal Kingdom's Market Strategy 01:10:47 Mythical Games' New Arcade Football Game 01:15:44 Wrapping Up: Reflections and Future Prospects --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
This is no BS gaming podcast 2.5 gamers session. Sharing actionable insights, dropping knowledge from our day-to-day User Acquisition, Game Design, and Ad monetization jobs. We are definitely not discussing the latest industry news, but having so much fun! Let's not forget this is a 4 a.m. conference discussion vibe, so let's not take it too seriously. Panelists: Matej Lancaric, Nathan Ceulemans, Michail Katkoff Youtube: https://youtu.be/_HqQKAAyMWk Join our Slack channel here: https://join.slack.com/t/two-and-half-gamers/shared_invite/zt-2um8eguhf-c~H9idcxM271mnPzdWbipg Chapters 00:00 Epic intro 01:24 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 03:05 The State of Product Reporting in Gaming 06:01 Understanding Metrics and Their Evolution 08:57 Analyzing Graphs for Product Health 11:57 Identifying Issues in User Acquisition 14:52 The Role of Product and UA Teams 17:56 Retention Metrics and Their Importance 20:50 Setting Goals for Product Updates 24:12 Proposed Solutions for Better Reporting 26:28 Understanding User Acquisition and Product Metrics 30:19 Analyzing Payer Retention and Revenue Trends 35:46 The Importance of Cohort Analysis 37:59 Navigating Marketing Budgets and User Acquisition Strategies 42:28 The Impact of Channel Strategy on User Acquisition 47:46 Bridging the Gap Between Product and User Acquisition Teams --------------------------------------- Matej Lancaric User Acquisition & Creatives Consultant https://lancaric.me Nathan Ceulemans Head of Sales https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanceulemans/ Michail Katkoff Founder I Angel Investor I Deconstructor of Fun https://www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/ --------------------------------------- Takeaways Product reporting in gaming is often outdated and ineffective. Metrics should evolve over time to provide a clearer picture. Graphs can reveal critical insights about product health. User acquisition strategies need to be aligned with product goals. Retention metrics are crucial for understanding long-term success. Setting clear goals for product updates can drive better outcomes. Collaboration between product and UA teams is essential. Dashboards should be tailored for different audiences within a company. Understanding the customer acquisition cost is vital for success. Effective reporting can lead to better decision-making in game development. Clean up your base before involving UA teams. Education on metrics is crucial for product and UA teams. Different channels yield different LTV curves. Payer retention is essential for revenue stability. Cohort analysis helps identify user behavior trends. Marketing budgets must be maintained to support UA efforts. Diminishing spend can lead to a decline in user quality. Channel strategy significantly impacts user acquisition success. Effective dashboards facilitate better decision-making. Collaboration between product and UA teams is vital. --------------------------------------- Please share the podcast with your industry friends, dogs & cats. Especially cats! They love it! Hit the Subscribe button on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple! Please share feedback and comments - matej@lancaric.me --------------------------------------- If you are interested in getting UA tips every week on Monday, visit lancaric.substack.com & sign up for the Brutally Honest newsletter by Matej Lancaric Latest article - https://open.substack.com/pub/lancaric/p/match-3d-ua-playbook-real-data-inside?r=7qqaf&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Do you have UA questions nobody can answer? Ask Matej AI - the First UA AI in the gaming industry! https://lancaric.me/matej-ai Felix Latest Article - https://www.felixbraberg.com/post/the-end-of-gam-and-admob-placement-refreshes
Join us on the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast as we delve into LiveOps strategies for Q5 with esteemed guests Sezer Degirmenbasi, head of EMEA for mobile gaming at TikTok, and John Wright, head of publishing at Kwalee. In this episode, you'll discover what Q5 is and why it's crucial for game marketers and learn detailed strategies for leveraging TikTok's LiveOps tools to extend your game's lifecycle, increase user engagement, and maximize revenue 00:00 Introduction 00:56 Understanding Q5: The Invisible Quarter 06:10 LiveOps Strategies and Definitions 11:27 TikTok's Role in LiveOps Success 16:24 TikTok's LiveOps Program Explained 21:56 Creative Strategies for LiveOps 27:55 The Need for Differentiation 29:34 Reviving Older Games with TikTok 36:56 Success Metrics for LiveOps Campaigns 46:54 Final Thoughts and Advice for Developers 51:02 Culturalization in LiveOps 54:35 Conclusion and Community Engagement --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
In this episode of Deconstructor of Fun, we dive into the shifting landscape of influencer marketing in the gaming industry, focusing on the emergence and impact of creator programs. Our guests: Patrick "Chief Pat" Carney (Tribe Gaming), Scott Walker (Ninja Kiwi), and Justin Sacks (Nexus.gg) — industry experts and key voices in creator marketing—explore the evolving roles of influencers and creators, moving from short-term campaigns to deeper, sustained partnerships that drive community engagement and revenue. We discuss how companies like Supercell have pioneered successful creator programs and examine the role of platforms in supporting these initiatives. We also address the challenges developers face in managing creator programs, particularly for smaller studios, and how user-generated content (UGC) is reshaping the gaming experience. Tune in to learn how creator programs are transforming marketing, community building, and even game development itself. Host: Jen Donahoe Chapters: 04:36 Defining Creator Programs 06:47 Creator Program Benefits 11:52 Supercell's Creator Program 20:09 Building a Creator Platform 21:44 Implementation 26:08 Challenges in Developer-Marketer Collaboration 26:45 Web2 Play-to-Earn Concept 28:52 Impact on Small Developers 30:38 Revenue and Engagement Metrics 34:04 Nexus and Creator Programs 36:06 Supercell's Creator Program Evolution 38:18 Brawl Stars and Community Management 40:57 Administrative Challenges in Creator Programs 43:45 UGC and Future Developers Keywords: influencer marketing, creator programs, gaming, Supercell, Nexus.gg, community engagement, mobile games, revenue share, content creators, game development, game development, content creators, revenue sharing, player engagement, user-generated content, mobile games, creator programs, game marketing, community building, game monetization --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
Ok, we know this episode should be called Something Fun on the Toilet with MK, but we're chose to keep it classy. Our guest this week is Michail Katkoff, a veteran of Zynga, Supercell, and Rovio, partner in Play Ventures, and founder of Deconstructor of Fun. In all of these different roles he's developed a unique understanding of our industry from different perspectives. We discuss product management, insane mobile profits and the ecosystem necessary to support game studios.00:00 – Introduction: Alex and Aaron introduce Mishka, highlighting his diverse roles in the gaming industry.02:00 – First Steps: Mishka talks about his first role in the industry at Digital Chocolate and his encounters with Trip Hawkins.05:45 – Cultural Differences in Gaming: Mishka reflects on the differences between the Finnish and Californian working cultures.08:30 – Early Influences: Growing up in the Soviet Union, Mishka shares how Pong and Sega sparked his passion for gaming.10:50 – From Business to Games: Mishka recounts how he left the corporate world to pursue his dream in the gaming industry.14:00 – Product Management Explained: Mishka breaks down the role of a Product Manager in gaming and how he helped shape game monetization.16:30 – Crazy Discoveries in Player Data: Mishka reveals insights from analyzing player behavior and the surprising findings about in-game sales.22:00 – Ethics in Monetization: A candid conversation about the moral questions surrounding microtransactions and the 'whale' phenomenon.29:00 – Building the Finnish Gaming Scene: Mishka explains how Nokia and the Finnish education system helped create a gaming ecosystem.36:00 – Challenges for Indie Developers: Discussion on the current challenges small studios face in breaking into the mobile gaming market.40:30 – Favorite Games: Mishka shares his love for grand strategy and historical games, and his mobile game preferences.45:00 – Deconstructor of Fun: How Mishka started Deconstructor of Fun and grew it into a leading platform for industry insights.50:00 – Launching a Studio: Mishka talks about starting a game studio and its eventual acquisition by Sony.This episode is perfect for anyone interested in the gaming industry, product management, or how mobile gaming has evolved over the years!Thank you for listening to our podcast all about videogames and the amazing people who bring them to life!Hosted by Alexander Seropian and Aaron MarroquinFind us at www.thefourthcurtain.comCome join the conversation at https://discord.gg/KWeGE4xHfeVideos available at https://www.youtube.com/@thefourthcurtainFollow us on twitter: @fourthcurtainEdited and mastered at https://noise-floor.comFeaturing the music track Liberation by 505
Join host Mishka Katkoff on the Deconstructor of Fun podcast as he talks with Solsten founders Joe Schaeppi and Bastian Bergmann. They discuss the latest gaming industry trends, the importance of change management, and the critical role of audience resonance. Learn how AI enhances studio efficiency, the value of a measured approach, and how Solsten uses psychological data to improve user experiences, along with insights from unique data sets. 00:00 Introduction 01:08 Market Overview and Challenges 06:44 Attention and Engagement in Gaming 12:29 Marketing and Brand Positioning 32:05 The Role of IP in Gaming 39:39 Fail Fast Mythology 44:36 Web3 Gaming Revolution 46:19 Marketing and Game Development Synergy 49:41 The Lean Startup Method in Gaming 57:52 AI and Efficiency in Game Development 01:20:30 New Revenue Models in Gaming 01:23:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
Industry's leading newsletter: www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribe Join host Michail Katkoff on the Deconstructor of Fun podcast as he delves into the remarkable career journey of Kieran Donovan, founder of k-ID. Explore how Kieran transitioned from a screenwriter to a lawyer and then to a successful startup founder, raising $51 million in just 9 months. Discover what k-ID is all about, a pioneering platform aimed at creating safe online gaming experiences for youth, and their significant traction with major investors like Lightspeed Ventures and a16z. Learn about the complexities of gaming regulation, strategic decisions in venture capital, and the importance of robust youth online safety solutions. Don't miss this insightful conversation! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
Sensor Tower State of Gaming 2024 www.sensortower.com/state-of-gaming-2024 Data.ai Mobile App Market Forecast 2030 www.data.ai/en/go/mobile-app-market-forecast/ Don't miss out on this in-depth discussion — subscribe to the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast and newsletter for more expert insights. https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribe In this episode, Lexi Sydow, Director of Corporate Marketing and Insights at Sensor Tower, unleashes her mobile gaming market insights. She covers significant trends in mobile gaming and marketing, app vs game dynamics, ad spending on TikTok and YouTube, regional differences, IP collaborations, and the future of subscription gaming. Gain valuable insights on market normalization post-COVID and ATT changes, and learn about the trajectory of apps surpassing gaming revenues. 00:00 Introduction 02:58 Mobile Gaming Market Trends 07:26 Regional Differences in Mobile Gaming 11:23 Impact of ATT and Post-COVID Market 21:38 Subscription Gaming: Netflix and Apple Arcade 25:48 Top Games and Publishers 28:56 Marketing Trends in Mobile Gaming 31:01 UGC Ads and Community Engagement 31:21 Monopoly Go's Strategic Community Targeting 34:53 The Power of Social Media Platforms in Gaming Ads 36:27 The Rise of IP and Brand Integration in Games 39:41 Transmedia Trends 44:11 Apps vs. Games 58:42 Marketing Predictions 01:04:50 Final Thoughts --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
The Deconstructor of Fun Newsletter: https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribe Klang Games out of Berlin has raised 77M over 6 funding rounds from reputable investors like Supercell, LVP, North Zone, and Makers Fund. The company was established in 2013, 11 years ago. They haven't shipped the game they have been raising against. So they can't have any scalable objective data to show they are heading in the right direction. And despite all of this, they are somehow able to raise consecutive rounds of tens of millions. Year after year! In this episode, we got Klang co-founders talking about their journey thus far and me trying to figure out how in the hell they are able to get funded for their never-ending story. Huge thanks to co-founders Mundi Vondi and Odder Magnusson for coming on the podcast. I wish their game, when or if it eventually comes out, much success. Trigger warning: if you're a founder struggling to raise funding despite doing every little thing that VCs requested and showing promising early KPIs, this podcast may enrage you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
In this episode of the Deconstructor of Fun podcast, host Mishka Katkoff engages with Ben Porter, NewZoo's Director of Consulting, to delve into the profound shifts within the gaming industry reflected in NewZoo's latest report. They explore a variety of pressing topics such as the industry trends post-COVID-19, console market dynamics, opportunities for game developers, the impact of AI and technological advancements, and the shifting dynamics of player engagement. Additionally, they address the economic aspects influencing the industry, including inflation and the increase in demand for profitability over growth. A key discussion revolves around the challenges and strategies for future growth, touching on the importance of breaking through market concentration with innovation and versatility in game development. Ben provides insights into the role Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast 01:39 Introducing Ben Porter and NewZoo 04:29 The Pulse of the Gaming Market in 2023 13:30 The Challenges and Opportunities in PC and Console Gaming 30:31 Navigating the Mobile Expansion for PC and Console Publishers 38:05 PS5 Exclusives and Market Diversification 39:18 The Shift from Mobile to AAA: Challenges and Changes 40:01 Xsolla: Empowering Game Developers for Global Success 40:34 Analyzing Market Concentration in PC and Console Gaming 42:04 The Secret Sauce Behind Top PC and Console Titles 44:20 Navigating the Competitive Landscape of New Game Titles 52:16 The Impact of Remakes and Remasters in the Gaming Industry 58:02 The Role of Transmedia in Engaging and Expanding Game Audiences 01:03:38 Understanding Playtime Trends and the Future of Gaming 01:12:52 High-Level Predictions and Closing Thoughts --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
The cast recaps the 3rd annual Think Games Istanbul Summit hosted by Google and Deconstructor of Fun. See the link below to register and watch the recorded sessions. The team tackles new news from Epic being allowed on iOS in the EU to Discord's new game SDK to the state of startups in Finland. Also, the cast appears on a data.ai state of mobile webinar. Check it out here https://go.data.ai/state-of-mobile-gaming-webinar-2024/ Apply to join the Slack Community and get the DoF weekly newsletter. https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack Event links Think Games Istanbul: https://adsonair.withgoogle.com/events/think-games-istanbul-2024 Jen's GDC roundtable https://schedule.gdconf.com/session/lgbtq-executive-and-entrepreneurship-and-allies-roundtable/903078 Hosts: Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/ Eric Kress @ekress www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/ Laura Taranto @laurataranto www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/ Phillip Black @econosopher www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/ Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdonahoe/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
Brian Baglow, Craig Chapple and Daniel Griffiths from the PocketGamer.biz team discuss the latest news from the mobile games industry in our new 'Week in Views' series. We cover Apple's battle with Epic and the European Union's Digital Markets Act, Deconstructor of Fun's games industry predictions for 2024, and InnoGames' disclosure of staff salaries.
"What if I build my own company? What if I have more money? Then, I will be happier!" In this episode, Sophie interviews Miska Katkoff, founder of Deconstructor of Fun and former CEO of Savage Games, to reflect on the journey post-acquisition from PlayStation Studios in 2022. We discuss the definition of success and the common pressures individuals face in attaining it. Miska shares his personal experience navigating his sense of achievement, dealing with external validation, and the value he places on self-reliance. He discusses the importance of understanding personal values and setting personal goals instead of adopting those prescribed by others. He also encourages listeners to seek therapy as a tool for understanding oneself and promoting mental health. We also touch on the role money plays in their definitions of success. Link to the MindJournal mentioned in the episode. 00:47 Discussing the Concept of Success 01:38 External Success vs Internal Success 06:24 The Role of Comparison in Success 07:47 The Importance of Setting Personal Goals 11:05 The Role of Money in Defining Success 21:18 The Impact of Material Possessions on Happiness 24:27 The Importance of Therapy in Stressful Times 24:55 The Role of Therapy in Personal Growth 25:54 The Impact of Stress on Personal Relationships 27:13 The Struggles of Startup Life 28:17 The Power of Normalizing Therapy 28:38 Overcoming Prejudices and Resistance to Therapy 29:31 The Importance of Mental Training 30:56 The Journey of Self-Discovery through Therapy 31:24 The Role of Coaching in Personal Development 34:48 The Impact of Upbringing on Success Drive 37:34 The Importance of Self-Realization and Serving Others 44:18 The Power of Journaling and Self-Reflection 45:33 The Persistence of Internal Issues Despite Success
Josh and his wife Abbie talk about what it's like to be the spouse of someone who is deconstructing.
Kress embraces grouchiness and brings the fire to today's podcast. Phil gets triggered by behavioural economics delivering an epic rant. Mishka weakly defends his “China” point and Jen talks about the latest Call of Duty that got drowned by the worst score in the history of the franchise. The crew discusses why console developers are backtracking from the Games-as-a-Service model and announces the Deconstructor of Fun Gaming Awards. The episode is capped by Zynga's Match Factory breakdown. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
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Join the Deconstructor of Fun Talent Collective! > for Talent > for Companies After two weeks of no correction, Mr. Kress returns back to the show to correct us all. The crew deconstructs the cannibalization of Genshin Impact by the publisher's newest title Honkai. Talks about Roblox's burning business and what the company should do about it. Analyzes Netflix's foray into streaming. Talks about the subscription as a business model for games and debates whether the Venture Capital model of today is sustainable or not. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
There are more than 3 billion gamers in the world, but the number of gaming professionals interested in business and development content pales in comparison, with approximately 300,000 people employed in the U.S. games business, according to IBIS World. Niche content curation and content creation companies like Deconstructor of Fun, Gamemakers, Elite Game Developers, Naavik, and more cover the space and, importantly, compete with each other for mindshare across this small pool of professional game developers. Is it possible to build a profitable enterprise off this type of organization, and if so, how and through what revenue streams? We bring together a super team of games podcasting and blogging: Joakim Achren, Joseph Kim, and our very own Aaron Bush to discuss.This episode is brought to you by Pragma. Pragma is a Backend Game Engine that powers services like accounts, matchmaking, and player data for the world's most ambitious live service games. To learn more, head here. And as always, if you like the episode, you can help others find us by leaving a rating or review!TLDListen?: Episode summaryWatch the episode: YouTube video Join the discussion: Naavik DiscordRead more: Naavik DigestWatch more: YouTube channelGo premium: Naavik ProFollow us: Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | WebsiteSound design by Gavin Mc Gabe.
The Pixel bros are joined by Eric Kress from the Deconstructor of Fun podcast to talk everything Take-Two Interactive! OUTLINE: 0:00 Intro 2:45 Take-Two Fundamentals 6:25 The $5.5B to $8B guidance in bookings 7:12 What could be driving $8B in bookings 10:30 Comparing King acquisition vs. Zynga 13:07 Rockstar and 2K Overview 15:38 Kress' take on T2 business 20:57 Zynga Overview 23:15 Eric: Why Zynga was the worst acquisition ever 29:50 Why some investors ignore T2 longer-term risk 30:40 Bull case for T2 31:38 Why GTA6 will not sell as much as GTA5 32:48 The PC case for GTA6 33:38 Product portfolio strategy discussion: broad vs. focused 37:49 Overall outlook 38:25 T2 acquisition scenarios 40:25 Growth opportunities 46:52 Why did T2 buy Zynga and what are the ramifications? 53:37 Conclusions
OUTLINE: 0:00 Intro 1:13 3x3 format explanation 2:40 To JK: How to balance work and family between SF and Bangalore? 11:00 How do you evaluate sacrifice to the potential gain? 15:06 To Mishka: Thoughts on entrepreneurial journey. Biggest highlight and lowlight? 30:00 To JK: What has been the hardest part of your journey? What did you not expect? 43:55 To Mishka: What has been your biggest lesson learned? What would you do over if you could? 1:02:36 To JK: What is your why, and what are your personal values? 1:09:55 To Mishka: What's next for you? Would you consider doing another game studio? 1:18:16 Closing
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Hold on to your hats, Twiggies! This week and for the first time ever, we have a female host majority on TWIG! We welcome Jen Donahoe to the guest host hot seat to break down the pros and cons of working with Netflix as a publisher, with special insight into the brand and marketing aspects, and debate Laura on the best use cases for the Subway Surfers IP. Nintendo's move to join Gamescom this year is a surprise to all and Kress supposes that a big announcement is coming. All this and more in the latest episode of This Week in Games from Deconstructor of Fun. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support
In this new segment of Rise and Play, I sit down with my business partner Miska Katkoff, CEO at Savage Games, and the founder of Deconstructor of Fun In those episodes, we will share with Miska our reflection thoughts on our leadership work at Savage Games. What can you gain from being more Stoic as a leader? As leaders, we tend to believe that we are responsible for everything that happens around us: company outcomes, actions, and behavior of others. The reality is that we have very little control over what's going on around us. It takes wisdom to know the difference between precisely what we have control over, and what we don't. “Identify what you can change and what you cannot change. Accept the things you cannot change, and have the courage to act on the things you can change.” The only things you can really control are your perception and actions. So, how do you apply this to your day-to-day business and process of decision-making, especially tough decisions? That's what we will cover in this segment today! Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/OyIpv-cEViYhttps://youtu.be/OyIpv-cEViY Thank you to our sponsor! Identify your ideal audience with today's sponsor Solsten to streamline development decisions and get to market faster. Visit solsten.io/contact-us and mention Rise x Play for a demo and receive 30% off your first Solsten engagement crafted to your studio's needs. Don't forget to subscribe to Rise and Play: https://www.riseandplay.io Read more about How to Lead Teams As A Stoic: https://medium.com/ironsource-levelup/leading-teams-as-a-stoic-1-2-d0045dd024d3
The crew is back from Istanbul and what an event! Eric and Laura give Ethan and Phil major fomo about all the amazing people and sessions they missed at the gaming event of the year! We preview all the amazing Deconstructor of Fun content coming next week to GDC then get into the news. We talk about the further democratization of the Epic Games Store, Redemption Games' spin out of AppLovin', the total meltdown of Silicon Valley Bank and its effects on the gaming startup ecosystem, and the monster $55 million raise for the newly minted Believer Games. Remember, if you see a member of the DoF family at GDC, make sure to say Mice Nuts
What is managing up? While there are plenty of books about how to be a good Leader, there are few to none about how to be a good follower. Why is that? Wherever you are in this world, you will always report to someone, your boss, a stakeholder, or an investor. Making those relationships work is as important as the relationships you build in your team. How can you apply your empathetic superpowers to your manager? Managing up is good for you, good for your boss, and good for the organization as a whole. In this episode, we cover how to "Manage Up" with Michail Katkoff (Managing Director at Savage Games Studios and Founder of Deconstructor of Fun) - How to be a good subordinate? - How do you identify the "type" of your manager, and how do you adapt your leadership style for each? - What are the upsides of managing up well? Full video of the episode here: https://youtu.be/jlXkU0N2UKc Check out the book Manage Up More resources from HBR: https://hbr.org/2015/01/what-everyone-should-know-about-managing-up If you've enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to Rise and Play: https://www.riseandplay.io
This week on The Rest Is...PR, Jacki and Lyle are joined the by the absolutely brilliant Eric Kress. Eric is the Principal at Gossamer Consulting Group, and one of the contributors to the sensational Deconstructor of Fun podcast. In an incredible career, Eric has also been a strategic consultant at the likes of Sega, Google and Warner Bros. Games, a Product and Marketing Manager at EA, and has an Advisory Consultant at Amazon to name a few!In an exciting and brilliantly raucous conversation, Eric talks to Jacki and Lyle about setting up his own consulting group, coming to the rescue on Deconstructor of Fun and his contributions to the likes of 'TWIG' (This Week In Games) and 'Kress's Corner', his top tips when it comes to podcasting, and ultimately the elephant in the room in the gaming industry right now - Microsoft's attempted acquisition of Activision! Eric also tells Jacki and Lyle about his healthy scepticism towards PR, how this contributed to his career to date, and the impact he believes PR is having on this incredible acquisition saga! Jacki talks about her own experiences of companies believing their own PR and ultimately getting into trouble, before Lyle cheekily extends an invitation to Microsoft Gaming CEO, Phil Spencer. CD Projekt, Call Of Duty, sponsorship agreements - nothing was off the table in this fantastic episode!Head to https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/ to listen to Eric on the Deconstructor of Fun podcast!For more info on Gossamer Consulting Group, head to http://gossamercg.com/.Artwork by Daff KjellströmMusic by Lyle FultonGet in touch via lyle@dimoso.com or info@dimoso.comMore information at www.dimoso.com and www.therestispr.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, I consider how Jesus deconstructs the religious teachings of his day. We begin with a short excursion on the brain, particularly on how the right hemisphere is where we experience things in context. Then we turn to Jesus' deconstruction. With that example, we then consider deconstruction and its role.
In this new segment of Rise and Play, I sit down with my business partner Miska Katkoff, CEO at Savage Games, and the founder of Deconstructor of Fun. In those episodes, we will be sparring thoughts with Miska, reflecting on our leadership work at Savage. Full video of the talk: https://youtu.be/HwlPik-s8kk Kicking off this segment, we tackle in this episode "How to plan your next career moves?" How do I approach my career and nurture my Zone of Genius How did I make the decision to join Savage (instead of building my own company? or continuing my former studio at Voodoo)? It. comes down to the question "How do I want to spend my time? Who do I want to spend time with?" How does Rise and Play fit into my mission and career growth? How did I ensure an effective integration at Savage, even before I officially started? How do you develop your personal branding? And why does it matter? - Why developing your relationship capital is fundamental in growing to leadership roles? Thank you to our sponsors. Game Refinery: https://info.gamerefinery.com/riseandplay to get a free product tour. Build better games + live events with leaner teams. Appodeal: https://appodeal.com join the all-in-one growth platform for mobile app creators of any size. Don't forget to subscribe to Rise and Play: https://www.riseandplay.io
Happy New Year! Erik, Eric, and Laura kick off 2023 by reviewing the TWIG 2022 Awards. The team discusses how last year fared with respect to web3 games and investors, talks about a host of acquisitions, gives thoughts on big moves from the biggest players, and, of course, debates about the best and most disappointing games launched. Until next week! thanks to our sponsors: www.xsolla.com > www.applsflyer.com > www.data.io --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
With privacy becoming more important to mobile players and the prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) in-app advertising inventories, the quality of your creatives has never been more critical to the success of your games. This was one of the key takeaways from our recent discussion with Sandro Gelashvili, Head of Creative Works at Google, and Rau Dosymbetov, Creative Producer at Nexters, on the Deconstructor of Fun podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Do video games need the blockchain? Have you been asking yourself why traditional developers hate crypto OR have you been completely befuddled as to why the web2 gaming industry ISN'T welcoming crypto with open arms? Do you just not know what to think? If so, this episode is for you. I had the pleasure of refereeing an epic discussion on whether to crypto or not to crypto featuring Tim Morten, CEO of Frostgiant and ex-production director of Starcraft vs. Ethan Levy, Deconstructor of Fun's Crypto Kid and Web3 founder with a surprise cameo from Nico Vereecke, BITKRAFT investor and FOGDAO founder. If you would like us to discuss any other blockchain gaming-related topics, do reach out at metacast@naavik.co. We'd love to hear your general thoughts and feedback too! And as always, if you like the episode, you can help others find us by leaving a rating or review!TLDListen?: Episode summaryWatch the episode: YouTube video Join the discussion: Naavik DiscordRead more: Naavik DigestWatch more: YouTube channelGo premium: Naavik ProFollow us: Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | WebsiteSound design by Gavin Mc Gabe.
In this episode of LevelUp, our host Melissa Zeloof, VP Marketing at ironSource, sits down with Deconstructor of Fun's Javier Barnes and Ethan Levy, host of the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast. They discuss why developers and gamers should start utilizing blockchain, the main challenges keeping blockchain from becoming an industry standard, and what exactly gaming industry leaders need to do to bring blockchain to the mainstream. Tune in here or read the transcript: https://www.is.com/community/podcasts/levelup/blockchain-king-deconstructor-of-fun/
In this episode of LevelUp, our host Melissa Zeloof, VP Marketing at ironSource, sits down with Javier Barnes, Senior Product Manager at King and Ethan Levy, host of the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast, which explores the business side of the gaming industry. They discuss why developers and gamers should start utilizing blockchain, the main challenges keeping blockchain from becoming an industry standard, and what exactly gaming industry leaders need to do to bring blockchain to the mainstream. Tune in here or read the transcript: https://www.is.com/community/podcasts/levelup/blockchain-king-deconstructor-of-fun/
Art outsourcing can become a game changer or a hopeless money sink. To discuss how to outsource art in the smartest and most effective way, the Deconstructor of Fun podcast was joined by Silver Saaremäel, co-founder and Art Director of a boutique art outsourcing studio Fantastic Vagabonds (ex-Wooga & Crytek), and Kshiraj Telang, Art Director from Moon Active (ex-King and Rovio). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Z odcinka dowiesz się między innymi: czym jest gaming na blockchainie jak wygląda ewolucja i rozwój w świecie gier dlaczego gaming na blockchainie nie jest jeszcze popularny wśród twórców i graczy jakie są wyzwania technologiczne przed gamingiem w kontekście blockchaina gdzie można już dzisiaj zastosować blockchain w grach dlaczego gry play-to-earn, w dzisiejszym kształcie, wydają się być ślepym zaułkiem świata gier czym jest silnik Unity i dlaczego był inspiracją do powstania Elympics co daje developerom Elympics co to znaczy, że gra jest competitive jakie są wyzwania w integrowaniu się z różnymi blockchainami dlaczego stworzenie gry multiplayer jest bardzo dużym wyzwaniem jak trudno jest stworzyć ekonomię i mechaniki wewnątrz gry co elympics planuje robić, żeby zwiększyć liczbę powstających gier web3 i wiele więcej
In this episode, Eric Kress, principal of Gossamer Consulting Group and co-host of the Deconstructor of Fun podcast, joins Naavik co-founder Aaron Bush to discuss:#1 What's driving negative games industry growth rates and where there's underlying strength#2 How this recession may play out differently from previous ones for gaming companies#3 His analysis on companies including Microsoft, Embracer, Take-Two Interactive, Electronic Arts, Roblox, and more As always, if you like the episode, you can help others find us by leaving a rating or review! And if you have any questions or suggestions, do reach out at metacast@naavik.co.Go premium with Naavik Pro to access an ever-growing library of deep exclusive research including free-to-play and blockchain game deconstructions, and market analysis. Check out the link to request a demo, and use the promo code METACAST to save 10% on your first payment. TLDListen?: Episode summaryWatch the episode: YouTube channelJoin the discussion: Naavik DiscordFree newsletter: Naavik DigestGo premium: Naavik ProFollow us: Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | WebsiteSound design by Gavin Mc Cabe.
Lately, there's been a lot of talk about Xbox building an advertising program and the implications this program may have on both business and players. We're joined by Dave Madden, President of PlayerWON, to discuss the best practices for in-game ads within PC and console games. Dave has plenty of insights to share as his company, PlayerWON, is the pioneer of in-game ads in the free-to-play console and PC games. Links: Dave Madden, PlayerWON, Deconstructor of Fun --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
This episode was recorded live at the end of the first Deconstructor of Fun event. Major thanks for Google for powering the event. All the videos from the event can be found here: (www.deconstructoroffun.com/blog/2022/4/3/deconstructor-of-funs-istanbul-event-highlights) News: Sony officially unveils its revamped three-tier PlayStation Plus subscription service Apple struggles with Netherlands court could lead to a major shift Links: The Istanbul Event Questions and Feedback The Newsletter The Slack Group Hosts: Mishka Katkoff, Eric Kress, Adam Telfer and Ethan Levy, Eric Seufert Sponsors: Google, ironSource, Appsflyer, PlayerWon HELP UKRAINIANS: For refugees fleeing to Poland: Polish Humanitarian Action, or the Polish Center for International Aid. For medical assistance on the ground in Ukraine: Médecins Sans Frontières or the Ukrainian Red Cross. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
From the series "Smoke & Mirrors". Ecclesiastes 5:1-7, 8:2-17 As we continue in the book of Ecclesiastes, the Deconstructor shifts his attention to our relationship to God. Over our series so far, we've looked at the foolishness in believing humans can control time and tame nature. Pastor Ryan Smith unpacks the similar foolishness in believing we can control God and the proper posture for those who come before him as their Creator and King. Sermon Notes Here
From the series "Smoke & Mirrors". Ecclesiastes 6:10-8:1 As we move into the back half of the book of Ecclesiastes, we begin to examine how we should live in a world and city where "all is vanity." Pastor Ryan Smith looks at the Deconstructor's offering of wisdom as the better way of life before ultimately finding that wisdom too is vanity, smoke and mirrors. The world is too chaotic, wisdom is too elusive, and the human heart too foolish. What are humans to do when the best we can find might be better, but still broken? Sermon Notes Here
From the series "Smoke & Mirrors". Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:9 Pastor Ryan Smith continues in our Spring series, "Smoke & Mirrors: Deconstructing Los Angeles with the Book of Ecclesiastes." At the middle of the book we find the Deconstructor's darkest and sharpest words in relationship to wealth, money, and possessions. In a city shaped by consumerism and materialism, we must come to terms with their vanity if we are to find the "good and fitting" life which lives in response to the generosity of God. Sermon Notes Here
Timmu Tõke is the CEO of Ready Player Me, a platform that creates cross-game avatars for the metaverse. In this podcast, we discuss the philosophy of the open metaverse, interoperability, cross-game services, the current state of NFTS among many other fascinating topics. Links: Timmu Tõke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmutoke/ Crypto Punks: https://punks.readyplayer.me/ Ready Player Me: https://wolf3d.io/ Deconstructor of Fun: Questions and Feedback The Newsletter The Slack Group Host: Mishka Katkoff The sponsors: ironSource, Appsflyer, PlayerWon, --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
00:15 - Introduction and what is currently on our minds, games, and movies. 02:00 - Game of the Year - It Takes Two, Halo Infinite, Return of the Obra Dinn, Doom Eternal 16:30 - The Witcher Prequel Series - "The Witcher Blood Origin" 21:25 - Retrospective of our Year: The Podcast, Speaking engagements on Pocket Gamer Connects, White Nights, Deconstructor of Fun and GameChanger by TikTok 29:13 - Ubisoft - NFT outrage, toxic work environment 35:25 - Xbox All Access: After praising it all year we are jumping in and will report on our experience periodically 49:45 - Retrospective on our 2021 projections: 50:00 - iOS 14 - Doomsday? AppPocalypse? How did the rollout of SKadNetwork impact our business and workflow? 57:55 - Influencer Marketing - Did it grow due to tracking loss on iOS? Collaborations? 01:02:45 - Story Formats - "They will be everywhere!" - Well, are they? 01:14:50 - On-App-Purchase Solutions - Did Facebook Cloud Streaming come through to save us from iOS 14.5++? Twitter: https://twitter.com/MktgRockers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MktgRockers Your hosts: David Westerman: https://twitter.com/dwesterman10Linus Otten: https://twitter.com/LinusToGo
You have a decision to make: Jump on the blockchain gaming bandwagon or continue to roll your eyes from the sidelines. To make your decision a more calculated one, Michail Katkoff from Deconstructor of Fun sat down with Ethan Levy aka. The Crypto Kid and recorded a Crypto Gaming for Dummies episode on the Deconstructor of Fun podcast and YouTube channel. Some of the topics covered: What does blockchain mean in the context of gaming and how is it applied? Why do you need blockchain in games? Couldn't existing tools and tech do the same? Why is there so much hype around something that has so few players? Why aren't pay-to-earn developers being called out for misleading numbers? What are some of the leading blockchain platforms for games? Are crypto-enabled games with openly traded assets also affected by macro swings in the crypto markets? What tech stack is out there to build your own marketplace, tokens, and mint NFTs? Are there any best practices to follow when making a play-to-earn? Links: Send us Questions and Feedback Deconstructor of Fun Newsletter Deconstructor of Fun Slack Group Host: Mishka Katkoff Sponsors: Facebook Gaming, ironSource, Appsflyer, Beamable, Xsolla --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
I think we can all agree that Deconstructor of Fun is pretty good at predicting the mobile games market. Well, here's another prediction: FunCraft is going to be one of the rising stars of 2022. I got to sit down with my good buddy Michael Martinez to talk about his company's path to finding early success and how they are planning to feed the fire and grow. If you're savvy, you'll join this fun rocket ship as soon as possible. Because its going to be a ride for the stars you'll regret on missing out. Links: Michael Martinez FunCraft Get in Touch: Send us Questions and Feedback Deconstructor of Fun Newsletter Deconstructor of Fun Slack Group Hosts: Mishka Katkoff Sponsors: Facebook Gaming, ironSource, Appsflyer, Beamable --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
In this last episode of the Season 1 of Rise and Play Podcast, I am thrilled to have the one and only Mishka as a guest. Mishka is the CEO and founder of Savage Game Studios and the founder of Deconstructor of Fun. We are addressing several topics in this episode: - How Deconstructor of Fun started from an accident and a discovery process - Why and how should you start to create your own content to elevate the industry - What's behind the name and culture of Savage Game Studios - Tips on how to handle exit interviews, keeper test, probation periods - Mishka's vision on the importance of the diversity of mind over ethnical diversity only - The challenges and responsibility to be a CEO and step away from day-to-day operations Enjoy this last episode! Stay tuned for the Season 2 we are preparing for winter 2021! More about Savage Game Culture at: https://www.savagegamestudios.com/culture
In this Metacast Interview episode, Miska Katkoff, co-founder & CEO of Savage Game Studio's and Founder of Deconstructor of Fun, is joined by our own Nicolas Vereecke.They discuss what it takes to be a good Product Manager in the Games Industry, how to build a new Games Studio, and why learning in public is a Superpower.If you would like us to interview anyone else (or you have something interesting to share), do reach out at metacast@naavik.co. We'd love to hear your general thoughts and feedback too! And as always, if you like the episode, you can help others find us by leaving a rating or review! If you'd like to join the discussion, feel free to join our Discord!
Join your hosts, Adam and Piyush, with very special guest Michail Katkoff - CEO of Savage Game Studios I Founder of Deconstructor of Fun as they delve into a CEO's world, How/If game design takes UA's needs into account and how that is managed. How marketing and product are integrated and really the finer points of what a CEO is interested in/worried about when it comes to UA.
Welcome to This Week in Games! We discuss NFTs in games with Ethan Levy, who also talks about his recent Deconstructor of Fun article - How Netflix could become the 'Netflix of Gaming'. LINKS: Level Up 2021 Hosts: Mishka Katkoff, Eric Kress, Adam Telfer and Eric Seufert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Welcome everybody to This Week In Games! News for today: #1 Ubisoft's free-to-play turn could be the new normal for big franchises #2 Xbox teams up with Tencent’s Honor of Kings maker Timi Studios #3 HOW SCOPELY TRIES TO DO GAME ACQUISITIONS THE RIGHT WAY #4 Zynga Quarterly Earnings Call LINKS: Secrets of Game Growth with Deconstructor of Fun, Mobile Dev Memo & Twitter Level Up 2021 Hosts: Mishka Katkoff, Eric Kress, Adam Telfer and Eric Seufert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
CEO & Co-Founder of Savage Game Studios, Michail Katkoff, joins Matthew Ellis for a chat in the latest episode of Scaling So Far
Join your hosts Katie Kuffel and Brett Nowak (CEO and founder of Liquid & Grit) as they talk with game industry powerhouse Joseph Kim about his approach to retrospectives, specs, workflow, and culture at his gaming company Lila Games. Books mentioned in this episode include Atomic Habits by James Clear, and Principles by Ray Dalio. Be sure to find Joseph on his podcast ‘Deconstructor of Fun' and on his YouTube channel, Gamemakers.
Welcome to TWIG #117! Today we cover: #1. A new PUBG Mobile game is on the way #2. Report: Tencent raising billions to buy EA, Take-Two, or others #3. Vicarious Visions merged into Blizzard #4. Deconstructor of Fun Strategy and Sports Predictions Hosts: - Miska Katkoff (@m_katkoff) - Joe Kim (@jokim1) - Eric Kress (@ekress) - Adam Telfer (@adamwtelfer) As always, pls feel free to send us feedback! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Growth Triggers is a new segment on Deconstructor of Fun podcast focusing on all matters growth. This podcast is definitely insightful, for sure entertaining and as always, highly opinionated. We call it how we see it. Your hosts Michail Katkoff and Eric Seufert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
In May of 2019, I (Joseph Kim) got fired (practically, although not "technically") from NBCUniversal as SVP of Games & Digital Platforms based on a mismatch of values, culture, and approach. This was the beginning of a long road that eventually led to the formation of LILA Games with my co-founders Paul Leydon and Avinash Pandey. A week after I was fired, my good friend Miska Katkoff hosted a podcast interview with me which we published on the Deconstructor of Fun podcast. In this episode, I re-publish that interview from May 2019 to give you context on the initial stages of why I wanted to start a new company which eventually became LILA. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gamemakers/message
The Chinese mobile market is expected to reach 21 billion Dollars in 2020 growing a staggering 17% year-over-year. In addition to having this massive - and from the Western perspective nearly impenetrable - home market, Chinese publishers have been having ever more success in the West. Deconstructor of Fun podcast is joined by Daniel Ahmad, Yang Liu, and Eric Kress to discuss the characteristics of the Chinese mobile games market and how Western developers could better compete against their Chinese counterparts. The topics covered are: Why are Chinese games are succeeding in the West when hit titles from Korea and Japan are struggling? Most Western hits haven’t become big in China. Why is that? Is there a moat that Western publishers can build against Chinese rivals in the West? What policies can be made to even out the competition? What is the market going to look like in 3 - 5 years? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Valorant's Game Director, Joseph Ziegler, and Lead Producer, Paul Belezza join the Deconstructor of Fun podcast to spill the beans on Valorant's origin story - from an idea to a game played and streamed by millions of fans around the World. We dive deep into Riot's creative process from the developer's perspective, talk team sizes, launch strategies, live services, community, and working with and for the passionate community. The game is growing and the team has an awesome pipeline of new content. They're looking for folks to help them realize the full potential of the game. And rumor says that listening to this episode can get you a step closer to working on one of the best tactical shooter ever made... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
In October of 2020, I hosted a panel on Gaming Investments and M&A. The panel consists of Anton Gorodetsky and Sergei Evdokimov from InvestGame.net, Micha Katz from Aream & Co, and Miska Katkoff from Deconstructor of Fun. The participants talked about the topics of the current state of M&A in games, these M&A strategies, fundraising in gaming and shed some light on future predictions.
What are the biggest issues and annoyances in the games industry that trigger Eric Kress? Come to an uncensored broadcast discussing these issues moderated by Chris Hewish from Xsolla and also joined by Joe Kim who will egg on Eric for maximum entertainment! Host: Chris Hewish, President of Xsolla Speakers: Eric Kress, Deconstructor of Fun co-host Joe Kim, Deconstructor of Fun co-host Notes: I (Joe Kim) have been corrected that probabilistic attribution actually doesn't require fingerprinting but instead can be executed by utilizing a technique called Mixed Media Modeling. Thanks Steve Palley for the correction! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Host: Joe Kim, Deconstructor of Fun Podcast Host, Managing Partner of GameMakers, and CEO of LILA Games. We are joined by the founders and CEOs of 3 recently funded game studios: 1. Antti Hattara, CEO of StarBerry ($1.3M led by Play Ventures) 2. Emily Greer, CEO of Double Loop ($2.5M led by London Venture Partners) 3. Travis Boatman, CEO of Carbonated ($8.5M led by Andreessen Horowitz) Today we’ll be talking about what it takes to start a games studio and also how to get funding for your studio. So more specifically we’ll talk about: What is the current environment for starting a games studio? What are the key opportunities to pursue? What does the funding environment look like? What are challenges? Advice for new founders? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
App Masters - App Marketing & App Store Optimization with Steve P. Young
Join us live every Friday at 9am PST on YouTube! Every Friday on YouTube, we reveal app marketing secrets working today, audit your apps, and answer all your questions related to increasing downloads and revenue. Get your app audited. *************** This week we have... Joseph Kim is a mobile gaming executive and host of the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast. His past experience includes Chief Product Officer of SEGA, SVP, Games and Digital Platforms at NBCUniversal, and much more. You will discover: - How to launch a multi-player game - Tips on how to start your own game studios - And the #1 mistake that game developers make (hint: not being hyper focused on the game) *************** Check out our app marketing agency. Never miss an app marketing growth hack! Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************
Deconstruction of Supercell — Five Items That Stood Out Joakim is telling about Supercell and his opinion why the company is still standing out. Deconstructor of Fun released an essay on Supercell this week. It's an insightful article written by Miska Katkoff. Joakim wanted to take a closer look and share his five important thoughts on what a gaming startup founder should take away from this essay? Free consult for you! Talk to Simon Usiskin of JWR Ventures Simon put up a new website and I thought to catch up on his consulting offer. Free hour consult for everyone that wants to talk about games! Simon is an advisor/consultant with 30 years of experience and I have held leadership roles in companies and founded B2B businesses with a focus on broadcast, digital media, software and adtech. He is passionate about helping companies scale up and maximise their potential, helping to grow wonderful and talented teams around me as well as steering digital businesses to maximise their potential. Check out the JWR Ventures. Nordic Game Event and Game Music Jacob is giving us an update about the online event end of May, still looking for extra sponsors and partners. He is telling about some speakers and panels. One panel is about composing music for games. Thor Mýrdal is telling us about his backgroup as a composer and the pannel The mission of the Nordic Game community website is to sustain and share the Nordic games industry’s success by providing the latest news about the games industry in the Nordic region and Nordic Game events, such as the annual industry conference and the Discovery Contest season tour plan, qualifiers and finals. https://nordicgame.com/about/ Reed think about Esports Every week Cris Reed is talking about esports and is giving his opinion on the lastest esports news. Cris has The Level Up Experience on Linkedin. Indie Game Developers can showcase their games on Utomik.com Doki Tops of Utomik.com is explaning how indie game developers can showcase their games on his platform for and during events. Event organizer INDIGO is the first to co-operate with Utomik where online visitors are getting the chance the play the games that indies want to showcase. PodcastGameConsultant.com; Reinout, the podcast host, is a games investor and strategic business consultant specializing in the games industry. Each week Reinout releases two new episodes of his games podcast show to his gaming industry audience from all over the world. More Episodes, check it out here.
Our guest today is Michail ‘Mishka' Katkoff, the Head of Studio at Rovio. Mishka has worked on hit games at Zynga, Supercell, Digital Chocolate and FunPlus - and is the founder of the very popular and very insightful Deconstructor of Fun blog that is very much an authority on the gaming space - I definitely recommend checking it out if you haven't done so already.In today's episode, we ask a very important question - how to build a studio that can make genre-defining hit games. Even though game mechanics are powerful forces, what can truly drive massive and sustainable growth are culture, processes and teams that drive high-performing studios - a perspective that I'm excited to dig into today. I'm truly thrilled to get Mishka's insights distilled from hundreds of games from tens of studios in our interview today. Key Highlights:
In this episode I'm joined by Joakim Achren, seasoned Finnish games entrepreneur, turned online coach and mentor for aspiring games entrepreneurs and business folks. You can find the content he provides at (www.elitegamedevelopers.com). The content that EGD offers includes: The podcast where Joakim talks to founders, investors and other people who work closely with gaming startups. Here, have a listen. The book.. You can grab the first chapter from here. The blog, check it out here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Today I’m talking with Miska Katkoff who is the founder of Deconstructor of Fun, a game development blog and a podcast. We’ve known each other for a while, and I’m super thilled to share this light hearted conversation with you.
In this episode, besides the latest game news, and again the status of GDC versus Corona virus; - Michael is going to explain what Deconstructor of Fun. I am always reading their linkedin update. Super interesting. - Marc of Game Recruiter is explaining the world of recruitment, How to get the best people for your studio. Gaming companies to Watch; Shaun of Hutch Pascal of Big Karma Dayanidhi of Ncore Games Check out my other episodes of Game Consultant on PodcastGameConsultant.com. More notes on Game-Consultant.com! #esports #podcast #game #consultant #games # industry #gdc #2020 #conference #podcastgameconsultant #business #work #office #success #quotes #inspiration #entrepreneur #life #love #happy #HR #jobs #marketing #sales #leadership #tips #influencer #successful #worklife #officelife #positivepsychology #innovation #selfhelp #projectmanagementsoftware #workingathome #livethelittlethings #thehappynow #fromwhereistand #lifeisgood #smile #wahm #mompreneur #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurlife #smallbusiness #socialmedia #socialmediamarketing #womens #womeninbusiness #network #networking #networkmarketing #success #goals #wintertime #beyourself
In episode 6 we have a diversity of people. Main topic is Recruitment and Games Michael is going to explain what Deconstructor of Fun. I am always reading their linkedin update. Super interesting. Marc of Game Recruiter is explaining the world of recruitment, How to get the best people for your studio. Gaming companies to Watch; Shaun of Hutch Games Pascal of Big Karma Dayanidhi of Ncore Games Check out my other Game Consultant episodes on http://podcastgameconsultant.com.
Welcome to TWIG 68! We've got the full crew today coming at you with a bunch of exciting news. Specifically: #1. ByteDance Takes Aim at Tencent's Core Gaming Business #2. Sensor Tower: Nintendo mobile games have earned $1 billion #3. Sea’s Garena acquires Dauntless game maker Phoenix Labs #4. EA Made Almost $1 Billion From Microtransactions Last Quarter #5. Ubisoft Acquires Mobile Game Studio Kolibri Games Also, you should definitely check out the interview we did with Kolibri's CEO Daniel Stammler on GameMaker's Youtube as well as our Deconstructor of Fun podcast episode as well. Hit us up on Twitter or Insta with any feedback or suggestions for news to cover. You can reach us at: @jokim1 @ekress @adamwtelfer @m_katkoff Please leave us a rating! Also hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Newcomer Habby shot up out of nowhere with Archero which made over $35M in net IAP revenue over its first 3 months. Find out how Archero was able to achieve big success and how it could have been designed even stronger in this episode's podcast. Also, check out the original Deconstructor of Fun blog post covering the game by Manyu and Eva. Many thanks to the co-hosts on this podcast. Ping us on Twitter: Joe Kim = @jokim1; Abhimanyu Kumar = @k_abhimanyu11; Eva Grillova = @evei Listen now! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Will Nintendo's honeymoon on mobile continue if they take their foot off the pedal? In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Apex Legends tops 50M players in first month #2 Microsoft wants Xbox Game Pass on PS4 #3 Nintendo is asking its mobile gaming partners to tone down the microtransactions Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1, @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. ----- Deconstructor of Fun @ GDC 2019 1. Deconstructor of Fun: Breaking Down Top Mobile Games Location: Room 210, South Hall Date: Wednesday, March 20 Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm 2. Deconstructor of Fun Mixer with ironSource https://retroactive.splashthat.com/ 3. Exclusive Game Leads' Dinner Request your spot (Click here) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 BioWare spreads out Anthem’s 90-day roadmap #2 Why'ApexLegends' Is Obviously Not The Next'Fortnite' #3 Electronic Arts: How To Destroy Shareholder Value Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1, @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. ---- Deconstructor of Fun's Game Leads' Dinner during GDC will feature: - Drusilla Hollanda a Game Lead at Supercell - Tim Lonnqvist Head of Design of Empires & Puzzles (Small Giant) - Danielle Levitas Executive VP at App Annie - Måns Wide the Game Lead of Angry Birds 2 (Rovio) Dinner is sponsored by AppAnnie and Universal. This is an exclusive event for invites only. Request your spot at: Click here ----- image courtesy of: gamespot --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
This topic was probably the most difficult and definitely most sensitive we've tackled on Deconstructor of Fun podcast. Huge thanks to the powerful ladies from Supercell who didn't shy away from discussing this sensitive topic shaping our industry and who are on the forefront of not only game development but also improving the industry as a whole. Hope you get out as much out of this episode as we did. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Confirmed: Fortnite on Android will drive its bus past Google’s 30% cut #2 Google and Unity Partner for Mobile Game Ads #3 Activision to Adapt More IPs as Mobile Games #4 Activision and Tencent Bringing New ‘Call of Duty’ Mobile Game To China Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. Enjoy and hit us with feedback on Twitter! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Supercell’s Clash Royale plunders $2 billion in revenues in two years #2 Konami announces Super Smash Bros inspired Shonen Jump #3 Apple features Super Evil’s Vainglory in ‘Unleash’ video #4 Fortnite may bypass Google Play for Android release Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. Enjoy and hit us with feedback on Twitter! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. News Deconstructed in this Episode: 1. AppLovin enters publishing 2. Jam City's potential IPO 3. Nexon's upcoming Marvel: Battle Lines Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. The concept is simple: - Your hosts are Joseph Kim (@jokim1) and myself, Mishka Katkoff (@m_katkoff) - We highlight and deconstruct few of the most relevant latest news in games - Most importantly, we keep it (relatively) short Hit us up on twitter to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
Hear Mishka Katkoff, Director of Product Management at Rovio and the founder of gaming blog Deconstructor of Fun share his predictions for the gaming industry in 2018 (will AR mature this year?), and discuss whether we've hit a peak with hyper-casual games. Read the edited highlights here: https://www.ironsrc.com/podcasts/the-rise-of-hyper-casual-2018-gaming-trends/
Hear Mishka Katkoff, Director of Product Management at Rovio and the founder of gaming blog Deconstructor of Fun share his predictions for the gaming industry in 2018 (will AR mature this year?), and discuss whether we've hit a peak with hyper-casual games. Read the edited highlights here: https://www.ironsrc.com/podcasts/the-rise-of-hyper-casual-2018-gaming-trends/
In this episode, I discuss mobile publishing with Anil Das-Gupta who is a Product Lead at Wargaming and a frequent blogger on Deconstructor of Fun. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support
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