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Creative Trend: Near-Death Snake Experience

๐Ÿ ๐—–๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—ง๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฑ: ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—˜๐˜ƒ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜‚๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ-๐——๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ต ๐—ฆ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ ๐—˜๐˜…๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ in Gaming Ads ๐Ÿ‘‡ When you hear "snake" in gaming, it immediately calls to mind ads from Royal Match, Kingdom Guard, Rush Royale, or even Royal Kingdom. But where did this trend really start? Letโ€™s dive into the snake pit of creative evolution in gaming UA.๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ข๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜€: ๐—ฅ๐—ผ๐˜†๐—ฎ๐—น ๐— ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐˜€ ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฑ (๐——๐—ฒ๐—ฐ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฎ)Royal Match was the first to introduce the snake concept in its UA mix back in December 2022. While the snake creative wasnโ€™t the focus then (we were too busy saving the King from fire, drowning, or freezing), it quietly entered the mix. At this point, Royal Match (Dream Games) experimented with many "near-death" scenarios, laying the groundwork for what would come later.๐—ฅ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ต ๐—ฅ๐—ผ๐˜†๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜‚๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ถ๐˜‡๐—ฒ๐˜€ (๐—™๐—ฒ๐—ฏ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฏ)Rush Royale (MY.GAMES) took the concept to the next level in February […]

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VC Jargon?

When I was a first-time founder, here's the VC jargon I kept hearing but didn't understand: - "We have X hundred million under management" - This means how much money their fund has to invest and has invested. Sometimes it was a billion dollars.- "We want you to find a lead" - Translation: they won't invest first, they want another VC to set the terms.- "We want founders to vest their shares." - Means you earn your ownership over time to ensure you stick around.- "What's your burn rate?" - They're asking how much cash you spend monthly.- "We need to see more traction" - Usually means "your progress or metrics aren't good enough."- "Let's keep in touch" - The polite way of saying no.- "What's your cap table look like?" - Who owns what percentage of your company.- "Give […]

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Why Royal Kingdom isn’t paying off

Why Royal Kingdom (RK) isn't paying off (yet): 1. The primary differentiator (combat levels) don't resonate strongly w mass-market, as evidenced by mode's omission in top ad creatives.2. Lacks economy differentiators that meaningfully lift spend depth or efficiency.3. While core M3 gameplay is ๐˜ง๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ต๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ค (love the column obstacle), retention performance very likely lags Royal Match.4. Unless CPI for RK (despite similar creatives) is somehow >= ~25+% better than RM, ROAS for incremental UA spend should still side with RM.5. Re: cross promotion from RM -> RK, it's not clear whether this increases (vs. decreases) player LTV in the ecosystem.Yes, Gardenscapes and Homescapes coexisted for a long time.  But, we lack the counterfactual case where all resources were instead poured into one game. Would that have been better?At the end of the day, โ€ข Increasing surface area / market share is a […]

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UGC Trends: Organic Trends for Paid Campaigns

โฐ Monday UGC Trend Alert: Organic Trends for Paid Campaigns Ready to amplify your UGC strategy? Check out these fresh trends spanning editing finesse, versatile hooks, and niche-specific content that can elevate your ads and captivate your audience.1๏ธโƒฃ Polished Editing Techniques High-quality editing is key to stopping the scroll and ensuring your message lands. โ€ข Instagram Reel (https://lnkd.in/gPNj4CqR)2๏ธโƒฃ Quick-Hitting Hooks Short, impactful hooks get viewers invested fast. Perfect for grabbing attention in the first few seconds. โ€ข Example 1: TikTok (https://lnkd.in/gYbibQ4t) โ€ข Example 2: TikTok (https://lnkd.in/g_P_7nk5) โ€ข Example 3: TikTok (https://lnkd.in/gk_sD4D7) โ€ข Example 4: TikTok (https://lnkd.in/g5X7JRQF) โ€ข Example 5: Instagram (https://lnkd.in/gPWJ4uju) โ€ข Example 6: Instagram (https://lnkd.in/gN-Xjgn8)3๏ธโƒฃ Adaptable Content for Multiple NichesThis versatile content type can be fine-tuned to resonate with various audiences, whether youโ€™re marketing dating apps, tech products, or global services like eSIM. โ€ข Instagram Reel (https://lnkd.in/gcS-YRbm)4๏ธโƒฃ Health-Focused Sketches […]

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Predictions for Mobile Ad Tech 2025

As user behaviors shift and technology evolves, 2025 is a make-or-break year for advertisers navigating this dynamic landscape. 2025 isnโ€™t just a year of changeโ€”itโ€™s a year to redefine the rules of mobile advertising. From the dominance of AppLovin to the rise of alternative app stores, the landscape is evolving rapidly. This article explores the key trends shaping the future of mobile advertising, highlighting opportunities and challenges for advertisers, developers, and brands. 1. How AppLovinโ€™s diversification is shaping the Ad landscape AppLovinโ€™s position as a leader in the mobile advertising space has never been stronger. Known for its advanced AI-driven ad optimisation and massive inventory, the network has been the backbone for many gaming companies for years. However, 2025 brings a notable shift as e-commerce brands enter the auctions, driving up competition. E-commerce advertisers, traditionally focused on Google and Meta, […]

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Why is Mobile Gaming so hard right for startups?

Why is mobile gaming so hard right for startups?- Incumbents have massive network effects and consumer data to acquire and retain users- Incumbents can afford 500 people working on a game- Incumbents can take their time (5+ years) to make the new game So where are the opportunities?- Avoid categories where incumbents dominate (puzzle, midcore, social casino)- Build for a niche and then expand (think about all the Habby games)- Innovate on distribution, try to get off the ground without paid UA

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AONIC AB Receives โ‚ฌ152M Investment

The Games Group includes nDreams, TutoToons, Red Games, Exmox, Gravite, and more. Swedish gaming group AONIC has secured โ‚ฌ152 million in funding to drive mergers and acquisitions and to bolster ongoing projects across its studios. European investment firm Metric Capital Partners contributed โ‚ฌ100 Million to the funding round, while AONIC's majority shareholder, Active Ownership, added โ‚ฌ52 Million by converting an existing shareholder loan into equity. Advisory support for the transaction was provided by UBS and DLA Piper for AONIC and Active Ownership, while Metric was advised by Dechert, 8Advisory, and Grant Thornton. Expanding games portfolio Since its establishment in 2021, AONIC has acquired a range of companies involved in development, publishing, and gaming services. Its portfolio includes VR developer nDreams, user acquisition platform Exmox, ad monetization tools provider Gravite, and mobile gaming studios Red Games Co and TutoToons. Other notable […]

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Game Development looks simple on the surface.

Game development looks simple on the surface. But this is an "Iceberg" hiding many underwater obstacles. Above the water: โ€ข Come up with a good idea โ€ข Choose a game engine โ€ข Create a prototype โ€ข Cool logo and title โ€ข Post a launch tweet โ€ข Click โ€˜export gameโ€™Sounds straightforward, right?But the real work happens below the surface:โ€ข Gather a strong team โ€ข Fun gameplay โ€ข Balance progression and difficulty โ€ข Optimization and bug fixes โ€ข Retain players long-term โ€ข Build a community โ€ข Effective monetization strategy โ€ข Get funding โ€ข Run a successful marketing campaign โ€ข Meet deadlines โ€ข Bring the game to release โ€ข Keep the passion for gaming alive โ€ข Achieve profitabilityEach layer gets harder.Each challenge is critical.Game development isnโ€™t just about creativity.Itโ€™s about perseverance, problem-solving, and commitment.Because what seems like "just a game"is really years of […]

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Jobs in Mobile Gaming: 23

๐ŸŽจ 1053 Jobs in Mobile Gaming ยป 7-13 December ๐Ÿ“† ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป Data from Gamigion.com/jobs ๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿป Dev ๐Ÿ’ป Art ๐ŸŽจ Product ๐Ÿ“ฑ Marketing ๐ŸŽฏ Business ๐Ÿ’ฐ Data ๐Ÿ“ˆ QA โš’๏ธ ๐Ÿ’ป Dev Head of Publisher Operations, External Development Scopely ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Technical Director Unannounced Title Scopely ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Platform Accounts Engineer Scopely ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Senior Analytics Engineer Scopely ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Senior Software Engineer Scopely ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Staff Engineer - Monopoly GO! Scopely ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Senior Manager, Engineering Zynga ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Senior Software Engineer 1 Zynga ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Software Developer in Test - Gram Games Zynga ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Software Engineer (Live-ops) - Gram Games Zynga ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Full Stack Engineer Zynga ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Mobile Game Engineer Zynga ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Principal Software Engineer Zynga ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Principal Software Engineer 1 - Game of Thrones: Legends Zynga ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lead Technical Product Manager Zynga ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Principal Software Engineer 2 - Game Services, ZMGT Zynga ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ […]

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Sonic Rumble is dropping globally on February 28th!

Sonic Rumble is dropping globally on February 28th! โžœ SEGA is entering the multiplayer mobile spaceโžœ Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie is out soon (transmedia strategy!)โžœ The IP is now part of the Angryverse from Rovio Entertainmentโžœ The lore is bigger than everHaving worked on many collaborations before, hereโ€™s how Iโ€™d launch it on Apple Search Ads (ASA):1๏ธโƒฃ Leverage the AngryverseA Sonic x Angry Birds collab is the perfect way to drive installs. Promote exclusive skins, themed events, and cross-promos with tailored Custom Product Pages (CPPs).2๏ธโƒฃ Dominate searchesRun campaigns on high-intent keywords like [sonic], [party game], and [multiplayer] to capture fans and prevent competitors from hijacking the IP.3๏ธโƒฃ Start early, go bigKick off ASA campaigns a few days before launch to build momentum and capitalise on the hype.4๏ธโƒฃ Strategic placementsUse Today Tab and Search Tab ads to maximise awareness.

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Core vs. Meta in Mobile Games

Core vs. Meta in Mobile Games Based on the Playliner research hereโ€™s a breakdown of time distribution in different games:1. Candy Crush Saga โ€ข Core - 88.9%โ€ข Meta - 11.1%2. Zynga Poker โ€ข Core - 88.0%โ€ข Meta - 12.0%3. WSOP โ€ข Core - 86.0%โ€ข Meta - 14.0%4. Best Fiends โ€ข Core - 85.1%โ€ข Meta - 14.9%5. Bingo Blitz โ€ข Core - 83.9%โ€ข Meta - 16.1%6. Texas Poker: Pokerist โ€ข Core - 82.5%โ€ข Meta - 17.5%7. Toon Blast โ€ข Core - 81.9%โ€ข Meta - 18.1%8. Fishdom Solitaire โ€ข Core - 81.5%โ€ข Meta - 18.5%9. DoubleDown โ€ข Core - 79.5%โ€ข Meta - 20.5%10. June's Journey โ€ข Core - 78.1%โ€ข Meta - 21.9%11. House of Fun โ€ข Core - 77.6%โ€ข Meta - 22.4%12. Caesars Casino โ€ข Core - 74.7%โ€ข Meta - 25.3%13. Royal Match โ€ข Core - 74.1%โ€ข Meta - 25.9%14. Slotomania โ€ข […]

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