Publishing 101: What Game to Build, Why, and Which Publisher is Right for You by John Wright
Episode description
In this monologue session, John Wright discusses the current state of mobile game publishing, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between developers and publishers. He outlines the challenges developers face in securing funding and the advantages of working with publishers, including access to expertise and technology. The monologue also covers strategies for choosing the right game and publisher, understanding the game discovery process, and the differences between farming and hunting strategies used by publishers to find new games.
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Panelists:John Wright
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Chapters
00:00 The Current State of Mobile Game Publishing
08:27 Choosing the Right Game and Publisher
15:26 Understanding Publisher Game Discovery
23:31 Farming vs. Hunting: Publisher Strategies
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John Wright
Independent publishing consultant
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnwright1987/
Matej Lancaric
User Acquisition & Creatives Consultant
Felix Braberg
Ad monetization consultant
Jakub Remiar
Game design consultant
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakubremiar
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Takeaways
The current state of mobile game publishing is positive, with notable successes.
Developers face challenges in securing funding, making publishers essential partners.
Lean teams should focus on core game development and utilize publisher expertise.
True innovation in games can lead to significant success but carries high risk.
The plus one strategy allows for lower risk and faster validation of game concepts.
Market research is crucial; developers should use data tools to inform their decisions.
Finding the right publisher is vital for game success; alignment with their thesis is key.
Building relationships with publishers can lead to future opportunities, even after rejection.
Publishers use both farming and hunting strategies to discover new games.
Understanding publisher strategies can improve a developer's chances of getting signed.
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