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Deconstructor of Fun

596 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 84 ratings

Deconstructor of Fun podcast is created by games professionals for games professionals. We explore the business side of the games industry with the goal of bringing listeners content that is relevant, insightful, and entertaining on a weekly basis.

Hosts:
Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/
Eric Kress @ekress
www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/
Laura Taranto @laurataranto www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/
Phillip Black @econosopher www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/
Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdonahoe

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Episodes

Why AB Tests Fail and How to Improve Them

May 01, 2019 04:05 - 49 minutes - 39.9 MB

Traditional wisdom in product management dictates the use of AB testing for product optimisation. In this episode, our very own Joseph Kim sits down with Niklas Herriger (CEO, Gondola.io) and Andre Cohen (CTO, Gondola.io) to challenge this traditional wisdom and offer alternatives to achieve even better results. Generally speaking most PMs in our industry follow the formulas for statistical significance and apply AB testing procedures without always having a full understanding of how to pro...

TWIG #30 20 Mobile Games that have made more than $1 Billion

April 25, 2019 18:07 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MB

In this episode we also discuss whether Stadia has the content to match its infrastructure. In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 PlayStation 5: Sony outlines next-gen console plans #2 Xbox: Stadia has the infrastructure, but doesn't have the content #3 20 mobile games that have made more than $1 billion Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1 & @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit...

TWIG #29 Apple’s Giant Bet on the Future of Mobile Gaming

April 17, 2019 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Also, what Zynga's CEO believes is the next big catalyst for mobile games and why Ninja paid $1M to Ninja for steaming APEX Legends In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Apple’s $500MM bet on the future of mobile gaming #2 Zynga CEO: this is the next big catalyst for mobile gaming #3 EA Paid Ninja $1 Million To Stream Apex Legends Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1 & @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how...

TWIG #28 Lets Talk About Snapchat's Investment into Mobile Gaming

April 10, 2019 11:18 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

Also, we talk about what (all) went wrong with BioWare's Anthem and why APEX Legends won't dethrone Fortnite In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Snapchat Invests in Mobile Gaming With Launch of ‘Snap Games’ #2 APEX Legends Won't Dethrone Fortnite, but there's still nothing like it #3 How Kolibri went from minimum viable product to 70 million installs #4 How BioWare's Anthem Went Wrong Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1 & @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to t...

TWIG #27 Apple Arcade and Google Stadia Face Backlash

April 01, 2019 16:13 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

The platforms are pushing their subscription services that don't seem to be quite ready for the market nor serve a particular market need. In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 The Google Stadia Backlash Has Begun #2 Top 7 trends in mobile gaming from GDC 2019 #3 Epic announces $100 million Epic MegaGrants fund for game developers #4 Apple unveils premium games subscription service Apple Arcade  #5 First Look at ‘Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1 & @ekr...

TWIG #26 User Acquisition and Systematic Growth with Eric Seufert

March 27, 2019 19:22 - 1 hour - 61 MB

Today we talk with the famous Eric Seufert who also publishes the popular blog Mobiledevmemo and heads platformfor N3twork. Together we cover the following topics: #1. The problem with the 30% platform fee on mobile in three charts #2. High growth, low growth, no growth: systematic growth with DAU replacement #3. Using machine learning to automate mobile marketing budgets #4. What will the next generation of app stores look like? Hit us up on Twitter(@m_katkoff,@jokim1, @ekress) to let ...

TWIG #25 Nintendo Wants to Tone Down Microtransactions on Mobile

March 12, 2019 17:13 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Will Nintendo's honeymoon on mobile continue if they take their foot off the pedal? In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Apex Legends tops 50M players in first month #2 Microsoft wants Xbox Game Pass on PS4 #3 Nintendo is asking its mobile gaming partners to tone down the microtransactions Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1, @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe ...

TWIG #24 Why APEX Legends Is Obviously Not The Next 'Fortnite'

February 27, 2019 12:56 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB

In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 BioWare spreads out Anthem’s 90-day roadmap #2 Why'ApexLegends' Is Obviously Not The Next'Fortnite' #3 Electronic Arts: How To Destroy Shareholder Value Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1, @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. ---- Deconstructor of Fun's Gam...

TWIG #23 Supercell CEO's Blog Post - Something You May Have Missed...

February 14, 2019 08:14 - 1 hour - 55 MB

Supercell CEOs first ever blog post was, righteously so, extremely well received. But many of you may have missed major course changes communicated between the line... In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Activision's Plan to Cut Hundreds of Jobs #2 EEDAR 2018 Q4 Round Up #3 My most valuable retention KPIs #4 MY TAKE ON SUPERCELL’S 2018  Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how...

TWIG #22 Zynga proclaims ‘turnaround is now complete’

February 07, 2019 17:11 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Zynga Inc. ended 2018 with faster-growing sales and bookings, and expects that trend to increase in 2019, but profit could be a problem.In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 GameStop's future in question after failing to secure buyout #2 A Free-To-Play Titanfall Battle Royale Game Will Be Out Soon #3 Zynga proclaims ‘turnaround is now complete’ as earnings show strong bookings trend Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1 @ekress) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk abou...

TWIG #21 The Big Breakup and the New Suitor

February 03, 2019 17:05 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Also, Apple's new gaming subscription service. In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Destiny developer Bungie is ditching Activision after 8 years #2 Metro Exodus will only release on the Epic Store #3 Influencer plans say a lot about Epic Games Store’s vision of itself #4 Apple could be working on gaming subscription service Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can impro...

TWIG #20 Why Activision and EA have dropped over 40 percent

January 27, 2019 15:52 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

Also, what can be expected from Epic's Android store In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Jam City announces $145m in strategic finance  #2 Epic Games store planned for launch on Android this year #3 Why Activision and EA have dropped over 40 percent Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the l...

TWIG #19 Reviewing the Top Predictions for 2019

January 09, 2019 19:54 - 59 minutes - 54 MB

Experts and analysts are throwing their predictions for this year. Who is using sound analysis for their predictions and who’s just winging it? Let us tell you... In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Here's what 2019 will be like for the game biz #2 Mobile game insiders predict the biggest trends of 2019 Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subs...

#7 How to Turbo Charge your Ad Monetization

January 02, 2019 06:57 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

In this episode, I'm joined by Nadav Ashkenazy, who is the VP of Global Partnerships & Biz Dev at ironSource, a leading ad mediation and user acquisition platform with the largest in-app video network in the industry. Nadav schools me on the differences of Ad Units as well as discusses the hottest monetization trends from user level data to programmatic mediation.  Most importantly though, Nadav will share the best practices on how to get the most out of your ad monetization.  ——  Nadav ...

How to Turbo Charge your Ad Monetization

January 02, 2019 06:57 - 1 hour - 58 MB

In this episode, I'm joined by Nadav Ashkenazy, who is the VP of Global Partnerships & Biz Dev at ironSource, a leading ad mediation and user acquisition platform with the largest in-app video network in the industry. Nadav schools me on the differences of Ad Units as well as discusses the hottest monetization trends from user level data to programmatic mediation.  Most importantly though, Nadav will share the best practices on how to get the most out of your ad monetization.  ——  Nadav ...

TWIG #18 Will the Epic Games Store Crush Steam?

December 14, 2018 14:42 - 1 hour - 73.3 MB

Epic has been making moves powered by the unheard success of Fortnite. They skipped the Google's Play Store and are now planning to outplay Valve's Steam as well. In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Jam City lays off a large number of developers #2 Epic Games launching Steam competitor #3 Zynga CEO presents strategy to investors Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can imp...

TWIG #17 Who Will Become the Netflix of Games?

November 28, 2018 14:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

Google, Microsoft, EA, Sony or Valve, Nintendo are all gearing up their streaming services. Who will emerge as the winner when the big players collide? In the latest TWIG we discuss: #1 Best game subscription services of 2018 #2 PlayStation Now Rakes In $143 Million for Sony Q3 2018 #3 Microsoft unveils Project xCloud system to stream games to everything from a phone to a desktop PC - without having to buy a console #4 Pushing the limits of streaming technology Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katk...

TWIG16: Jam City + Disney = ?

November 20, 2018 08:01 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Will Jam City and Disney be a Hollywood love story? In the lates TWIG we discuss: #1 Jam City signs a deal with Disney #2 Blizzard working on mobile games for all IP #4 Flaregames restructure leads to 45 layoffs Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. And finally, plea...

TWIG #15 Diablo on Mobile - a Sure Hit or a Giant Miss?

November 08, 2018 14:44 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Also, the fall of Next Games and the surging "Call of Duty Royale" In the lates TWIG we discuss: #1 Next Games Q3 Business Review #2 Blizzard Wasn't Expecting Fans To Be This Angry #3 Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 could be a Fortnite killer In this episode, Joseph and I are joined by Eric Kress, Principal at Gossamer Consulting Group. Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we ...

TWIG #14 Deconstructing Glu Mobile's New Strategy

October 25, 2018 06:03 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

How does 2019 look for Glu? In the lates TWIG we discuss: #1 Glu Mobile redesigns its headquarters and its strategy #2 Why Glu Mobile Inc. Stock Plunged Today In this episode, Joseph and I are joined by Eric Kress, Principal at Gossamer Consulting Group. Together we aim to answer whether Glu is set for success with its new strategy or not. Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1 &) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know ...

TWIG #13 Should Ubisoft Acquire Zynga?

October 17, 2018 18:49 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Could Ubisoft be the one for Zynga? In the lates TWIG we discuss: #1 Ubisoft Could Unlock a Game Changer With Zynga We also have a returning guest, Mr. Eric Kress, Principal at Gossamer Consulting Group. Eric has held high roles in corporate strategy, capital markets research, business development, investment banking and marketing. Eric has and is helping companies like Google, FunPlus. Sega, Kabam and EA when it comes to M&As and corporate development. --- Support this podcast: http...

TWIG #12 Who Will Buy Zynga

October 11, 2018 06:42 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

Report: Zynga attracts takeover interest In this episode, Joseph and I are joined by Eric Kress, Principal at Gossamer Consulting Group. Together we aim to answer who could be Zynga's potential new dancing partner and why. Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1 &) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. And f...

TWIG #11 Nintendo vs. Zynga

October 05, 2018 03:58 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

Will the Zynga's steady incline beat Nintendo's sporadic growth in the long term? News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 42% of Gamers Now Use Mobile as Their Main Gaming Platform #2 Zynga Is Well Positioned In The Favorable Video Game Market #3 Nintendo Bets on Dragons in First Built-From-Scratch Mobile Game Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the...

TWIG #10 Deconstructing the Fall of Telltale Games

September 26, 2018 15:56 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

The four reasons why Telltale Games shut down. News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Telltale hit with devastating layoffs #2 How do you evaluate a mobile game's profit potential? #3 From the world's top Clash of Clans player to game dev Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1 & @heinider) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the la...

TWIG #9 The Present and the Future of Esports

September 19, 2018 20:00 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MB

Everything you need to know about esports as of today. News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Teen influencers are making thousands from gaming #2 Activision Blizzard Management Talks Esports #3 Overwatch League Can Bring in $480M for Activision #4 Is the future of esports in your pocket? Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1 & @heinider) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. --- This episode is ...

TWIG #9 The Present and the Future of Esports

September 19, 2018 20:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

Everything you need to know about esports as of today. News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Teen influencers are making thousands from gaming #2 Activision Blizzard Management Talks Esports #3 Overwatch League Can Bring in $480M for Activision #4 Is the future of esports in your pocket? Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff, @jokim1 & @heinider) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. --- Support this pod...

TWIG #8: Fortnite’s Day in the Sun May Be Over

September 11, 2018 20:08 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

This Week In Games: #1 Super Mario Creator Warns Gaming Industry: Don’t Be Too Greedy #2 Influencers and Community Revolt Against Marvel Strike Force #3 Epic Games named the World’s top Mobile Games Company #4 Fortnite’s Day in the Sun May Be Over Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest...

TWIG #7: Supercell's Brawl Stars Releases Globally After All?

September 04, 2018 05:41 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Zynga Partners With Disney For New Star Wars Games #2 How does Legend of Solgard engage, retain and monetise? #3 Supercell's Brawl Stars Grew Revenue by 616% in July Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. Enjoy and hit us with feed...

Deconstructing Sexism in Games Industry

August 23, 2018 19:54 - 1 hour - 76.1 MB

This topic was probably the most difficult and definitely most sensitive we've tackled on Deconstructor of Fun podcast. Huge thanks to the powerful ladies from Supercell who didn't shy away from discussing this sensitive topic shaping our industry and who are on the forefront of not only game development but also improving the industry as a whole. Hope you get out as much out of this episode as we did. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this...

#6 Deconstructing Sexism in Games Industry

August 23, 2018 19:54 - 1 hour - 76.1 MB

This topic was probably the most difficult and definitely most sensitive we've tackled on Deconstructor of Fun podcast. Huge thanks to the powerful ladies from Supercell who didn't shy away from discussing this sensitive topic shaping our industry and who are on the forefront of not only game development but also improving the industry as a whole. Hope you get out as much out of this episode as we did. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/s...

TWIG #6 - Will Esports Save Clash Royale?

August 21, 2018 19:36 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Strained relationships of Riot and Tencent #2 Clash Royale’s New Pro League #3 Revenue Potential of Battle Royale Modes Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. Enjoy and hit us with feedback on Twitter! --- Support this podcast:...

TWIG #5

August 14, 2018 19:43 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Chinese Games Raked in More Than $600M in the US #2 Why Arena of Valor is Struggling in America #3 Discord Sets Sights on Steam, Launches Online Store #4 Knights of Fury is the Latest Game from King, but it’s Not What You’d Expect Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we...

TWIG #4

August 08, 2018 05:13 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Confirmed: Fortnite on Android will drive its bus past Google’s 30% cut #2 Google and Unity Partner for Mobile Game Ads #3 Activision to Adapt More IPs as Mobile Games #4 Activision and Tencent Bringing New ‘Call of Duty’ Mobile Game To China Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more ...

TWIG #3

August 02, 2018 19:48 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. News Deconstructed in this Episode: #1 Supercell’s Clash Royale plunders $2 billion in revenues in two years #2 Konami announces Super Smash Bros inspired Shonen Jump #3 Apple features Super Evil’s Vainglory in ‘Unleash’ video #4 Fortnite may bypass Google Play for Android release Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more ...

TWIG #2

July 24, 2018 06:27 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. News Deconstructed in this Episode: 1. AppLovin enters publishing 2. Jam City's potential IPO 3. Nexon's upcoming Marvel: Battle Lines Hit us up on Twitter (@m_katkoff & @jokim1) to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more in-depth. Or to just let us know how we can improve. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the latest news in games. ...

This Week in Games #1

July 17, 2018 07:03 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Welcome to This Week In Games, a podcast series from the fine people at Deconstructor of Fun. The concept is simple: - Your hosts are Joseph Kim (@jokim1) and myself, Mishka Katkoff (@m_katkoff) - We highlight and deconstruct few of the most relevant latest news in games - Most importantly, we keep it (relatively) short Hit us up on twitter to let us know, which news topics you want us to talk about next or more. Also, hit the subscribe button to get notified when we deconstruct the lat...

Working With BIG Entertainment IPs on Mobile

July 16, 2018 07:56 - 47 minutes - 86.9 MB

What are the pros and cons when working with a big IP? What are the common challenges and pitfalls when working with an IP holder? And most importantly, how to avoid those pitfalls while reaping all the benefits that an IP provides. In this episode, I'm joined by Joseph Kim (SVP Games and Digital Platforms @ NBC Universal), who will answer the questions above and help you to navigate the promising yet challenging waters of big IPs. Hope you enjoy the podcast! Stay in touch with me, your host,...

#5 Working With BIG Entertainment IPs on Mobile

July 16, 2018 07:56 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

What are the pros and cons when working with a big IP? What are the common challenges and pitfalls when working with an IP holder? And most importantly, how to avoid those pitfalls while reaping all the benefits that an IP provides. In this episode, I'm joined by Joseph Kim (SVP Games and Digital Platforms @ NBC Universal), who will answer the questions above and help you to navigate the promising yet challenging waters of big IPs. Hope you enjoy the podcast! Stay in touch with me, your host,...

Battle Royale Games - Everything You Ought To Know

May 02, 2018 15:40 - 1 hour - 112 MB

During the past few months, Battle Royale games have taken the mobile market by a storm racking up a whopping 190M installs and $110M in little less than 4 months (source: Sensor Tower)! Not to mention streaming, where Fortnite reached over 2.4 billion views in February alone. In this podcast, Anil and I look at the staggering numbers. We talk about the game and core loops of Battle Royale games, we analyze the monetization of these games and we discuss the future of the genre. ---- This po...

#4 Battle Royale Games - Everything You Ought To Know

May 02, 2018 15:40 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

During the past few months, Battle Royale games have taken the mobile market by a storm racking up a whopping 190M installs and $110M in little less than 4 months (source: Sensor Tower)! Not to mention streaming, where Fortnite reached over 2.4 billion views in February alone. In this podcast, Anil and I look at the staggering numbers. We talk about the game and core loops of Battle Royale games, we analyze the monetization of these games and we discuss the future of the genre. ---- This po...

Influencer Marketing - What You Need to Know Right Now

March 13, 2018 10:18 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

As we all know, influencer marketing is about as hot of a buzzword as eSports. And just like with eSports, the key questions revolve around ROI, targeting and scaling. But what makes a good influencer campaign and what are the trends in the world of streaming? This podcast answers those two and many more questions. I'm joined by Jiri Kupiainen, CEO of Matchmade. Jiri is an old skool game developer who dropped out of high school to make games and ended up building a game company which he sold...

#3 Influencer Marketing - What You Need to Know Right Now

March 13, 2018 10:18 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

As we all know, influencer marketing is about as hot of a buzzword as eSports. And just like with eSports, the key questions revolve around ROI, targeting and scaling. But what makes a good influencer campaign and what are the trends in the world of streaming? This podcast answers those two and many more questions. I'm joined by Jiri Kupiainen, CEO of Matchmade. Jiri is an old skool game developer who dropped out of high school to make games and ended up building a game company which he sold...

#2 Leading and Managing Game Designers

November 06, 2017 21:06 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

What makes game designers tick? What are the different designer types? How to overcome typical designer pitfalls? These questions and more are discussed in this podcast with Florian Ziegler, lead designer at EA's super successful Firemonkeys studio in Melbourne. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support

Leading and Managing Game Designers

November 06, 2017 21:06 - 59 minutes - 81.9 MB

What makes game designers tick? What are the different designer types? How to overcome typical designer pitfalls? These questions and more are discussed in this podcast with Florian Ziegler, lead designer at EA's super successful Firemonkeys studio in Melbourne. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support

#1 Mobile Publishing - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

July 11, 2017 17:30 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

In this episode, I discuss mobile publishing with Anil Das-Gupta who is a Product Lead at Wargaming and a frequent blogger on Deconstructor of Fun. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support

Mobile Publishing - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

July 11, 2017 17:30 - 43 minutes - 79.7 MB

In this episode, I discuss mobile publishing with Anil Das-Gupta who is a Product Lead at Wargaming and a frequent blogger on Deconstructor of Fun. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/deconstructoroffun/support

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