Episode description
Our guest speaker: Simon Davis
Simon Davis is co-founder and CEO of Mighty Bear Games, the leading mobile-first, multi-platform game developer in Southeast Asia – creating accessible, genre-defining, multiplayer experiences in Web3. An 20-year veteran of the gaming industry, Davis previously held management and product lead positions at the likes of King, Ubisoft, Bigpoint, AKQA, Empire Interactive, and Laughing Jackal, and is a one-time Develop Magazine "30 under 30" recipient.
Learn more about Simon: https://x.com/skilllevel7
Our host: Ty
A dynamic conversationalist based in Bali, his superpower lies in drawing out the most engaging, entertaining, and insightful discussions. With 11 years of experience curating a community of visionaries in AI, crypto, and beyond, he plays the role of super-connector, amplifier, and storyteller.
Learn more about Ty: https://x.com/tyinlife
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Outline:
00:00
Introduction to Simon and Mighty Bear Games
03:00
The Journey from Music to Gaming
05:46
The Ideation Process and Shipping Games
09:05
Lessons Learned in Game Development
11:56
Favorite and Worst Game Ideas
14:47
Working with Disney and Game Challenges
17:55
Pivoting to Web3 and Market Trends
21:10
Community Building and Engagement
23:52
The Future of Web3 Gaming
26:48
Authenticity in Leadership and Monetization Strategies
30:12
The Importance of Player Retention
31:12
Long-Term Thinking in Game Development
34:04
AI's Role in Gaming Evolution
39:13
AI Agents: The Future of Gaming
42:17
The Societal Impact of AI
47:29
Navigating Cultural Sensitivities in Gaming
49:05
Innovative Companies in AI and Gaming
50:35
Book Recommendations for Growth
53:29
A Message of Self-Compassion