While the App Store and Google Play remain dominant platforms, there exists a vast world of potential paying customers outside these ecosystems, particularly in regions where alternative payment methods (APMs) reign supreme. But how much upside can APMs even deliver? We’ll dive into that in this article.

Olya talks to Bob Slinn, VP of Business Development at FunPlus, about their evolution into cross-platform gameplay. They cover a wide range of topics, including: why FunPlus is moving from a mobile-only model to cross-platform, mainly focusing on PC.

Olya talks all about how to build a community and grow your following in the gaming industry with Devon Chulick, Co-founder & COO of StartPlaying, an online events platform connecting professional game masters to tabletop role-players.iew text

How do you know if a webshop is the right move for your mobile game?

Olya discusses community building in the gaming with Mike Gallagher, Founder of Untitled Ad Lab. They dive into the ins and outs of community building for games, including the benefits of building a community for your game, best practices, common mistakes to avoid and tactical tips.

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Olya talks to Julia Palatovska, CEO of Dorian, a platform built for creators and cosplayers to stream, connect with their fans, and monetize their content. This episode is all about how game-focused content creators are making an impact on the industry, creating their own games, and monetizing. 

Olya talks all about the gaming industry in India and MENA with Anuj Tandon, CEO of Gaming at JetSynthesys. Anuj has helped develop the gaming industry in these markets for the last 15+ years, and shares his deep expertise in the space.

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Olya talks all about how to build a community and grow your following in the gaming industry with Devon Chulick, Co-founder & COO of StartPlaying, an online events platform connecting professional game masters to tabletop role-players.

Olya talks all about the gaming industry in India and MENA with Anuj Tandon, CEO of Gaming at JetSynthesys. Anuj has helped develop the gaming industry in these markets for the last 15+ years, and shares his deep expertise in the space.

Sanlo’s ethos and offerings deeply resonate with me. Their mission to empower gaming companies to create beloved products while maintaining profitability is aligned with what I’ve been pursuing my entire career.

LVP Co-Founder and Managing Partner, David Gardner sheds light on the current state of gaming investment and why earlier funding rounds like Pre-Seed and Seed remain active. He also touches on the drivers of success that he's seen across many founders and executives.

Webshops are becoming very popular in mobile gaming as they boost revenues by up to 25%. We breakdown proven tactics that will drive traffic.

TLDR; Apple’s EU updates are a bummer. Build a Webshop to monetize without paying fees to Apple & Google.

Olya speaks with Melissa Cash, Co-founder & CEO at Pok Pok. They discuss the ins and outs of the kids educational game market from product development, distribution, marketing, and working with influencers.

If there's one piece of advice I can impart, it's this: always nail your investor updates. Seriously, it can make all the difference between exciting achievements and unfortunate stumbles.

On this episode of Story Mode, we talk to Elle Dwight, Co-founder and CEO at Role. Learn more about the world of tabletop RPGs and the latest trends in the RGP industry driven by a new type of Gen Z gamer who values

Brian has worked in gaming for over 15 years and contributed to games like PUBG, Call of Duty, League of Legends, and Guitar Hero - to name a few. He’s spent time as a CTO, CEO, Strategic Advisor and Investor at amazing

Josh Chapman, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Konvoy ventures, shares his journey with Konvoy, the current state of the gaming economy, the sentiment among VCs and founders, and when and how the industry will

Dive into the world of education and gaming with Vadim Polikov, CEO and co-founder of Legends of Learning, as he shares insights on transforming classrooms into engaging environments through gaming.

Biplove Belwal, the founder of Nukebox Studios, shares the remarkable story behind the studio's inception and its evolution into one of India's top gaming studios.

Sophie has experienced the challenges of navigating the fast-paced world of game development and leadership coaching. She provides valuable advice for founders, touching on maintaining balance, effective

Explore financing options for game developers, like: venture capital, publisher funding, alternative lending, revenue-based cash advances, and more.

Dawit has worked in the gaming industry for the past decade, founded 4 start-ups over the past years and has become one of the most prolific gaming leaders in Africa. In 2019, he founded Qene Games, known for the

Master game development finance: Learn essential practices in cash flow, profitability, expense planning, revenue projecting, and strategic financial planning.

In this episode of Story Mode, Ryan Filsinger, CEO of Iron Fox Studios, discusses his journey in the gaming industry, from working in mobile gaming to founding his own studio and the importance of cultivating new talent for

Francisco Furtado and James Burford, co-founders of Dash Games, share their experience building games across pc, console, and mobile for a combined 35 years. And how they are applying that expertise to the new challenge of creating a new genre of Match 3 in a seemingly crowded space.

Jen delves into the intricacies of leveraging IP, pitching to companies like Hasbro, and building successful original IPs. She also emphasizes the importance of understanding your players and using innovative marketing

Jere Partanen, a Principal at Sisu Game Ventures. breaks down Sisu’s investing philosophy, tips for founders looking to fundraise, and what makes or breaks a gaming start up.

Boost your mobile game success with our top 10 tips for advanced mobile game analytics, tailored for developers' needs.

Patrick Buckland, CEO and founder of Stainless Games and a veteran in the gaming industry with over 40 years of experience, highlights the importance of quality, resilience, and reputation.

Evolution is an inherent part of growth, and today marks the beginning of a new chapter for Sanlo as a year of meticulous planning, research, and development is finally stepping into the limelight. As the gaming landscape continues to advance, our perspective has broadened, enabling us to envision and craft new solutions that address the nuanced challenges faced by game developers.

Sean Wylie-Toal, the CEO and co-founder of Extra Dimension Games, breaks down the right ways to build and lead a team in today’s industry and the importance of vulnerability, honesty, and culture.

Back in 2019, former lead at Machine Zone, Arseny Lebedev, teamed up with gaming talent veterans from Playrix, EA, Wooga, and Playgendary to form their formidable team.

In this interview, we had the opportunity to sit down with Ismail Maiyegun to discuss the biggest opportunities in gaming...

Generative AI, or GenAI, is ushering in a new era of game development, reshaping the industry...

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