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Securing Investment for Your Mobile Project: A Comprehensive Guide
Every company is deeply invested in its funding, whether for developing a new game, expanding a studio, or turning a gaming passion into a successful business. Without resources, none of these endeavors would be possible. Even the most promising ideas require a compelling pitch, a high-quality presentation, and a relevant offer to secure funding from investors. This guide provides detailed explan…
April 25, 2023, 2:39 p.m.
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Securing Mobile Funding: A Comprehensive Guide
Every company prioritizes its funding, whether for developing a new game, expanding a studio, or transforming a gaming passion into a successful business. None of these endeavors are possible without resources. Even the most promising ideas require a compelling pitch, a high-quality presentation, and a relevant offer to secure funding from investors. This guide provides detailed insights into pre…
April 25, 2023, 2:39 p.m.
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The Unseen Consequences of Burnout
The video game industry has been discussing crunch, working conditions, and mental health for years. Recently, a panel of experts shared their experiences with occupational burnout, a chronic syndrome caused by prolonged workplace stress. Dr. Raffael Boccamazzo, a clinical director, explained that burnout is characterized by three main criteria: exhaustion, ineffectiveness, and cynicism. He empha…
April 18, 2023, 3:30 p.m.
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Understanding and Overcoming Occupational Burnout
Experts in the games industry, including Dr. Raffael Boccamazzo, Alicia Fortier, Osama Dorias, and Anna Brandberg, discuss their experiences with occupational burnout, its warning signs, and the steps they took to recover. They emphasize the importance of recognizing burnout as a systemic issue rather than an individual failing, and the need for workplaces to support employees in their recovery. …
April 18, 2023, 3:30 p.m.
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Understanding and Overcoming Occupational Burnout
The games industry has been grappling with issues of crunch, working conditions, and mental health for years. At a recent Game Developers Conference, a panel of experts delved into the topic of occupational burnout, exploring its definition, symptoms, and consequences. Dr. Raffael Boccamazzo, clinical director at Take This, outlined the most commonly used model of burnout, which includes three ke…
April 18, 2023, 3:30 p.m.
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Building Strong Developer-Publisher Relationships: 5 Essential Tips
The trend of self-publishing is gaining momentum, raising questions about the role of publishers in the gaming industry. However, in challenging times, having a reliable publisher can be a vital safety net. To find the ideal publishing partner, consider what each party brings to the table. Publishers have extensive experience in bringing various titles to market, which gives them valuable knowled…
April 11, 2023, 9:29 a.m.
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Building Strong Developer-Publisher Relationships: Five Key Tips
The trend of self-publishing is gaining momentum, raising questions about the role of publishers in the gaming industry. However, the need for a publisher has never been more crucial, especially during challenging times. A publisher can provide valuable guidance, support, and expertise to help developers navigate the complex landscape of game development and publishing. When searching for a publ…
April 11, 2023, 9:29 a.m.
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Establishing a Strong Developer-Publisher Relationship: Five Key Tips
The trend of self-publishing is gaining momentum, prompting questions about the role of publishers in the gaming industry. However, the need for a publisher has never been more crucial, especially during challenging times. A good publisher can provide valuable expertise, guidance, and support to help developers navigate the market and achieve success. To find the right publishing partner, it's es…
April 11, 2023, 9:29 a.m.
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Understanding Open Salary Policies: Pros, Cons, and Implementation
At a recent GDC talk, Lightforge Games CEO Matt Schembari shared the company's approach to open salary policies and the benefits it has brought to the organization. Schembari, a veteran of Blizzard and Epic Games, emphasized the importance of transparency in the workplace and how it can lead to a more equitable and trusting environment. The concept of open salary policies involves sharing full c…
April 5, 2023, 2:14 p.m.
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Demystifying Open Salary Policies: Weighing the Benefits and Challenges
At the recent GDC, Matt Schembari, CEO of Lightforge Games, discussed the studio's approach to salary transparency, highlighting its benefits and offering a blueprint for implementation. Schembari, a veteran of Blizzard and Epic Games, emphasized that the goal is not to convince everyone to adopt an open salary policy immediately but to plant a seed for consideration. Having implemented salary tr…
April 5, 2023, 2:14 p.m.