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Here’s 1 core issue I see in growth-stage game studios

I've managed $100M+ budgets. Here's 1 core issue I see in growth-stage game studios:They're throwing money around without realizing it.Example:Not enough partners? Missing annual targets?The typical response: "We need to hire more salespeople."But is recruiting new salespeople the answer?Or are you just adding more water to an overflowing ocean?Truth is, you don't have a sales problem.You have a foundational problem.Who is this really for?What makes you different?What does your strategy actually deliver?How do you communicate your value?If you don't address these foundational issues,you'll end up in a cycle of slow growth.Here's what I'd do this week:1. Identify your top 3-5 customers2. Schedule calls with them today3. Ask key questions about your value and impact4. Refine your messaging to sharpen differentiationRemember:Growth challenges are constant.It's how you tackle them that matters.I learned this the hard way at Gameloft, Blizzard, and Huuuge.Now I […]

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I analyzed puzzle games and only 1.5% were successful

I analyzed puzzle games and only 1.5% were successful*.Here are 6 HOT takeaways you should be aware of:Check out the whole list at https://lnkd.in/dynmZZ4N There are 1229 mobile casual puzzle releases in 2024.Only 62 games made more than 500K downloads.Only 19 games made more than 1M downloads.Here are my takeaways1. Crazy misleading ad creatives on top 10,2. Sorting comes in different ways,3. Logic puzzles have an increase, especially on those open up to reveal,4. IAPs still relies on boosters, thoughThere are good examples ‘’content locks’’,5. ‘’Color’’ and ‘’Sort’’ are the most common by far,6. If you can get creative with creatives, you can thenfocus on player onboarding and journey.*: success meaning can change, for me, it's the comparison where majority of downloads cumulate.

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Hearthstone is Back in Chinese Mobile Stores

Hearthstone is back in Chinese mobile stores to break its own records! 🇨🇳🚀In January 2023, Blizzard’s games were removed from Chinese stores after their 14-year licensing agreement with NetEase expired. After 20 months, the Blizzard-NetEase agreement is back in place, and so is Hearthstone — one of the most beloved collectible card games (CCG) worldwide. 🃏✨And Chinese players couldn’t be more excited!Before the exit, Hearthstone was pulling in an impressive $2.4M/month in China during 2021-2022, according to AppMagic. Fast forward to October 2024, and it’s already brought in over $13.5M — and the month isn’t even over yet! 📈🔥This is yet another great example of how Western games thrive when entering the Chinese market! I wrote about other games with similar success stories in one of my previous posts, check it out as well: https://lnkd.in/dRnXu3Gg

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How Cup Heroes Monetizes Its Success

How Cup Heroes Monetizes Its Success10M+ downloads and $1.7M in monthly revenue (https://lnkd.in/eyg_hWaK)Cup Heroes is a masterclass in hybrid-casual monetization. Here’s how they do it:I. Core-Gameplay Ads Monetization:• 🛡️ Watch ads to unlock skills like boosting damage or crit rate.>>>> Skills last for only one chapter, so players keep watching.• 💀 Revive your character once per chapter by watching an ad.• 🎁 Double your rewards at the end of each chapter with another ad.II. Progression IAP Monetization:• 🎉 Starter packs offer hard and soft currency, plus bonuses.• 🏆 Season passes keep players engaged with rewards and daily quests.• 💎 Hard currency packs let players fast-track progress for a premium price.• 🎲 Gacha chests offer upgrades and characters with a bit of surprise.• 🔓 Unlock new characters by collecting fragments or buying them with diamonds.III. Other Monetization Options:• ⚡ Speed boosts […]

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Take note, casual game developers!

Take note, casual game developers! 🎯In Cake Sort, I noticed a clever approach that I hadn't seen before—Skip It offers placed directly next to each Rewarded Video (RV) placement in the game. Instead of hiding the option in the game store, they make it super clear how buying these 10 tickets can let players skip watching the RV and still claim the rewards. This strategy boosts both visibility and the appeal of the purchase, making it easier for players to understand the advantage of grabbing these tickets! 💡 Definitely something worth considering for your own game!

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Top Progression Mechanics from Peak Games

Top Progression Mechanics from Peak GamesBased on the Playliner report, here are the 11 most popular progression mechanics in Peak games:1. Short-term goals ↳ Players are introduced to goals within the first minutes to keep them focused and motivated.2. Progress visualization ↳ Thematic rooms or stages unlock at specific levels, offering visual changes and rewards.3. Event locks ↳ Teasers for upcoming events encourage players to progress and unlock new content.4. Global maps ↳ A visually engaging path shows players how far they've come and what’s next.5. Daily bonuses ↳ Players receive rewards for logging in daily, promoting consistent engagement.6. Win streaks ↳ Winning multiple levels grants escalating rewards, with FOMO kicking in after a defeat.7. Sprint tournaments ↳ Players compete to complete levels faster, often using boosters for an advantage.8. Regular tournaments ↳ Players earn points through level completion to […]

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G-STAR 2024 Preview

As we gear up for G-STAR 2024, the largest gaming exhibition in Korea, excitement is building around the major game developers who are unveiling their highly anticipated titles. This year’s G-STAR, set to take place from November 14 to 17 at the BEXCO Convention Center in Busan, promises to be the biggest yet, with 3,281 booths—101% larger than last year. With global gaming powerhouses like Nexon, Netmarble, and Krafton showcasing their latest innovations, here’s a sneak peek at what to expect. Nexon Leads with Massive Presence Nexon, the event’s main sponsor, is expected to draw significant attention with its lineup, though details remain under wraps until the upcoming “Nexon Media Day” on October 30. Speculation is rife that titles like First Berserker: Kazan, which was teased at Gamescom and Tokyo Game Show, will headline the booth. With 300 booths dedicated to their […]

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Balancing Act of F2P Games: Acquire, Retain, and Engage Players

Every F2P game relies on UA channels to attract new players, through organic or paid methods. For mobile games, social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok are popular acquisition channels. In contrast, PC and console games often use platforms such as Steam, Reddit, YouTube, and Twitter to reach potential players. Regardless of how newcomers discover your game, a seamless onboarding experience and engaging tutorial are essential to ensure early retention (D1, D3, D7). Especially today, with acquisition costs higher than they were four years ago, it's crucial to treat every player as a potential paying customer and find ways to maximize their engagement. Players acquired through these channels are often referred to as "newcomers" or "casual players." They may join your game because a friend invited them, they saw their favorite influencer playing it, or most commonly, they clicked on […]

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Interesting offer in Tile Busters: Buying New Avatars

I came across this interesting offer in Tile Busters where players can purchase new avatars using either in-game currency or through in-app purchases. 🎨👤 While I’m probably not the target audience for buying avatars, I’m sure there are plenty of players who love customizing their profile. It’s a cool option to keep in mind if your game offers any skins or avatar elements. There’s definitely a segment of players who really value personalization! 🎮✨ hashtag#TileBusters hashtag#GameOffers hashtag#Customization hashtag#Avatars hashtag#MobileGaming

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Mobile Gaming: Growth of Countries

Quo vadis mobile gaming?  love analyzing data from multiple perspectives to gain a clearer understanding of its implications.I examined trends in the mobile gaming industry (using Sensor Tower data) to understand growth patterns in different markets. To gain a broader perspective, I analyzed data not only from the first three quarters of 2024 (Q1-Q3), comparing it to the same period in 2023, but also compared it with the growth of those countries between 2022 and 2023. This provides a comprehensive view of the 'journey' of these countries in the mobile gaming landscape.It is quite visible that: ▶️ iOS is very strong in last quarters (both in case of T1 and T2/T3 markets) ▶️ US, although big, is gaining on importance in the last months (how long yet?) ▶️ majority of Asian markets perform much better in last months than before […]

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App Store is getting SPOOKY 🎃

The App Store is getting SPOOKY 🎃Many game developers are embracing the Halloween spirit.And after, we already have to prep for upcoming end-of-year holidays ☃️Here are some tips:🦇 Align with the season: Update your app icons to follow the theme.🧛‍♂️ Create some in-app events: Engage your users with themed challenges and rewards.🕯️ Make the most of Custom Product Pages (CPPs): Test seasonal visuals before fully updating your App Store page.Check out the carousel below for more insights 👻

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Soft-launch Sonar #6

Soft-launch Sonar #6 📡 is back with 15 brand new soft launched games with no particular filter 😅. There are games from a lot of big players in the market such as MY.GAMES, tap4fun, Rollic, Wooga, Habby, Lion Studios, Supercent, Kwalee, CrazyLabs & Estoty Riga LLC. Come check out what we caught this time 😎. MY.GAMES continues some bold iterations with a combat version of Hexasort - Hex Heroes. This is done in the same manner as Empires & Puzzles took match3 gameplay and put it into a puzzle 🧩 RPG combat. Also, there is an iteration on Clash Quest - Castle Duels with merging elements and Bounty Buddies, which is taking notes from Rumble Heroes. Looks very similar to the newest Supercell soft-launched title R.I.S.E, just single-player.Wooga is stepping again out of its comfort zone trying its meta with […]

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