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Just over a month out from Gamescom! If you're attending and keen to discuss game trends or explore how Tappa enhances retention, engagement, monetization and delivers actionable user insights, let's connect! #Gamescom #MobileGames #UserInsights

As game developers and creators, we're constantly bombarded with new tools and marketplaces. But what if the key to innovation lies not in the next shiny platform, but in a paradigm shift in how we approach game assets? Here's a thought experiment: Imagine a world where in-game assets are not just digital goods, but living, breathing components with verifiable ownership and utility across different games. A world where creators can retain control and capture true value, while developers have access to a constantly evolving pool of unique content. Intriguing, right? This future might be closer than you think. New approaches are emerging that challenge the traditional model and empower both creators and developers. The question is, are you ready to explore them? #GameDevelopment #InGameAssets #FutureofGaming P.S. We're curious to hear your thoughts! What are your biggest challenges when it comes to sourcing or creating in-game assets? Share your insights in the comments below.

🚀 Industry Insight: Navigating the Surge in Game Porting & Optimization 🚀 In recent months, we've witnessed a notable surge in the focus on game porting and optimization. As studios aim to expand their titles across multiple platforms, ensuring peak performance and a seamless user experience has become more crucial than ever. Key Trends & Insights: Cross-Platform Growth: According to a report by Newzoo, the global gaming market is expected to reach $200 billion by 2025, with a significant portion driven by cross-platform play. Complex Optimization Needs: A Game Developer survey reveals that 70% of developers now prioritize optimization strategies to enhance performance across diverse devices. Rising Demand: Recent data from Statista shows an increase in demand for efficient game porting solutions as more studios seek to maximize their reach and player base. At Devoted Studios, we’re at the forefront of this shift, collaborating closely with developers to ensure their games excel on every platform. Our focus on meticulous optimization and performance tuning helps our partners stay ahead in a competitive market. How are you adapting to the growing complexity of cross-platform releases? Share your strategies or challenges in the comments below! Let’s discuss how to tackle these evolving demands together. 🔗 For more information on how Devoted Studios can support your game porting and optimization needs, visit: https://DevotedStudios.com #GameDev #GamePorting #Optimization #DevotedStudios #GamingIndustry #CrossPlatform #GamePerformance

🛠️ DLCs and Expansions: How to Keep Players Engaged and Generate Ongoing Revenue Post-Launch 🎮 DLCs and expansions are powerful tools to maintain player interest and create additional revenue after your game’s launch. This article from Wardrome explains how to develop meaningful post-launch content that keeps your community engaged and drives long-term success. Learn how to strategically design and release DLCs that provide value while extending your game's lifecycle. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dXrcsmzw #IndieGameDev #DLC #PostLaunchContent #PlayerEngagement #GameDevelopment #IndieGames

📱 Call of Duty Mobile's Monetization Mastery: - $1.7B+ in revenue - 390M downloads - 51 live events in August 2024 alone - 60% of events focused on monetization The secret? A sophisticated liveops strategy combining: - Battle Pass with multiple premium tiers - Limited-time Gacha events - Engagement-driven rewards - Meta events like mini-games and comics Want to know how CODM masterfully balances engagement and monetization? Find all of this in this week's highlight section written by yours truly :) Tell me know what you think ?

In the ever-evolving landscape of mobile gaming, the mastery of Live Ops strategy stands as a cornerstone for sustaining player engagement and maximizing revenue. My dedication to this craft involves a relentless pursuit of knowledge—analyzing new and unique events, optimizing existing ones, and implementing various tactics to elevate game metrics. This is more than just a job; it's my passion and what I bring to the table when working with clients. I'm excited to share my latest insights in a new article featured in the TOP Stories section on PocketGamer.biz This piece delves into the transformative impact of a pet-themed event in Dice Dream by SuperPlay, showcasing how it significantly boosted revenue and player engagement. This analysis isn't just a recount of success; it's a deep dive into the strategies that made it possible. The article provides a comparative analysis across FIVE TOP GAMES IN 2023, focusing on event structure, engagement strategies, and monetization techniques. Dear game developers and publishers, your next successful event could be just a conversation away. Let's talk about your Live Ops strategy, captivating new events and optimizing existing ones. #liveops #gamedevelopment #mobilegaming #engagement #monetization #eventoptimization #mobilegames #casualgames #f2p #mobilegames 

Are Loot Boxes Worth the M-Rating? 🤔⭕️ Having worked in game development for years, I’ve seen firsthand how monetization strategies like loot boxes can either build player engagement — or erode trust. ☹️ The recent decision to give games with paid loot boxes an “M” rating in Australia highlights a growing global trend: more scrutiny on monetization mechanics in gaming. For developers, this move is significant — it means we’ll need to reconsider how we approach in-game economies, especially in regions with increasingly strict regulations. The core issue, as I see it, is player trust. 👉 Loot boxes have long been controversial, often perceived as predatory or exploitative, particularly when targeted toward younger audiences. It makes sense that regulators are stepping in to ensure transparency and protect players. But is an “M” rating the right solution? While it addresses concerns about underage spending, I worry that this broad stroke might miss the nuance of how loot boxes are implemented. Not all are created equal, and some can enhance gameplay in meaningful, non-predatory ways. 📍For developers, it’s a wake-up call: if we don’t police ourselves and build fair, transparent systems, regulators will — and their approach may not always align with our creative vision. #GameDev #Gaming #Tech #Monetization #Australia

After years of hard work, we're excited to publicly release our mod․io Marketplace service; a cross-platform white label solution for UGC monetization, allowing developers to enable creators to sell premium UGC for their game(s). ⚙️ Marketplace is adaptable for any game, and comes out with a large set of advanced functionalities: partner program, customizable revenue share, real-time reporting, creators team management. All compliance, platform fees, security and payouts is managed by our systems thanks to our partnership with Tilia. 🎮 Ready to deploy on PC, Xbox, and mobile (PlayStation approval in progress); we've built it as an extremely scalable system that support creators self on-boarding and is available globally in most territories. 📈 Our aim is to allow game developers to explore the potential of UGC monetization, on their own terms. Our Marketplace, and other upcoming monetization services are entirely optional additions to mod․io core services, allowing any studio to tailor it to their own game and business model. 📘 You can learn more in our dedicated blog article (https://bit.ly/4bkf0k4) or directly in our updated developer documentation (https://bit.ly/3L8iA66). #UGC #GameDev #modding #monetization #EnableCreatePlay #marketplace

Super excited to announce our new offering- Competitors deconstruct. In the gaming world, trends are everything. I’ve seen firsthand how studios succeed by analyzing the leaders in the market, learning from what works, and building on those strategies. It’s not about reinventing the wheel – it’s about understanding how top games are capturing players’ attention and finding ways to do it even better. That’s why I’m excited to introduce Competitor Deconstruct, a service we’ve developed at Plunge Games. It’s designed to help studios dig deep into the success stories of their competitors, breaking down everything from monetization and game economy to level design and progression systems. But there’s more to it than just following the blueprint of success. Timing matters. The gaming market moves fast, and even a great game can fall short if it’s not aligned with current market conditions. The challenge is to take what’s working and adapt it to today’s environment. If you’re looking to take your game to the next level, or simply stay ahead of the curve, let’s talk about how Competitor Deconstruct can help you navigate the trends and get your game to market at just the right time.