Evolution Exchange Gaming

Host Andrew Bargh explores the daily realities of game production with Bartłomiej Sawicki (Development Director, Codemasters), Xavier Figueras (Director of Game Production, Scopely) and Elisa Olmedo (Associate Production Director, King). From mobile gaming to AAA titles, the conversation dives into production workflows, team coordination, and career paths in the gaming industry. Learn how top prod...

Host Jamie Manton sits down with Olivia Arnell, Associate Art Producer on Sea of Thieves at Rare Ltd; Susan Burns, Head of Studio at Skyhook Games; and Helen Kaur, UI Art Director at HundredStar Games. They share powerful insights into what makes effective, inclusive, and visionary studio leadership. With personal stories from inside top gaming studios, this episode explores how women are shaping...

Host Dominic Wright engages with Terry Haynes (Business Development Manager, Tanglewood Games), Chris Pett (Business Development Manager, Testronic), Jamie O'Flanagan (Director of Business Development, AccelByte), and Ed Gregory (Senior Publishing & Publishing Dev Manager, Curveball) in this thought-provoking episode. Together, they explore how leadership roles in the gaming industry are b...

Join host Aaron Reeves in a dynamic conversation with Valter Prette (Studio Director, Commodore), David Canela Lagunas (Design Director, Tequila Games), Guilherme Belotti (Associate Design Director, King), and Jordi Martín Sánchez (Design Director, Rovio). This episode dives into the critical balance between creative innovation and practical execution in the gaming industry. The panel of seasoned...

Host Andy Bargh brings together Batuhan Ertaş, Executive Producer at Paradox Interactive; Renata Einikis, Head of Business Development at Nitro Games; Natalia Grzywacz, Project Manager at Toplitz Productions; and Jacek Matecki, Creative Director at CreativeForge Games for a deep dive into how directors and publishers synchronize on creative vision. From balancing business goals to preserving artis...

Host Elliot Tripp is joined by Peter de Vos, Lead Artist at Linx Interactive, Joachim Brüel Gerber, Art Director at Triband, and Yauhen Khvoshch, Associate Environment Art Director at Strikerz Inc. to explore how leaders in the gaming industry foster clarity and growth in their creative teams. The discussion offers valuable insights on modern leadership mindsets, creative alignment, and managing e...

Host Jamie Manton sits down with Jay Sikora, Former UX Manager at Ripstone; Imre Fülöp, UI/UX Design Director at Larian Studios; and Jason Cunninghum, Principal UI Artist and SSG Art Manager at nDreams. Together, they explore the evolving role of user interface and user experience in video game development. From intuitive navigation to immersive HUD design, these industry leaders share key princip...

Host Elliot Tripp is joined by Konrad Czernik, Art Director at Anshar Studios Inc; Sam King, Art Director at Artificial Core; and Ramon Acedo, Art Director at Vercors Games. Together, they discuss the dynamics of building and sustaining creative teams in the fast-paced world of game development. With insights into leadership, collaboration, and nurturing artistic talent, this episode explores what...

Host Elliot Tripp is joined by Dzianis Klimashonak, Senior Concept Artist at GSC Game World; Anton Guzeev, Character Art Supervisor at CI Games; Toni, Senior Concept Artist at Zynga; and Oskar Pettersson, Studio Manager at House of How Sweden. Together, they delve into how visual storytelling and artistic direction enhance player immersion in games. From concept design to character development, th...

Host Melanie Lindsey is joined by Matthieu Burleraux, Senior Director of Live Operations at Rovio Entertainment; Casey Al-Kaisy, Product Director at Brink Gaming; and Lauri Lapinleimu, Senior Producer at Next Games. This episode explores how live service models are shaping the gaming landscape. From managing player engagement to optimizing in-game experiences, these industry leaders share their ex...

Jamie Manton is joined by Gary Ashurst, Art Director at Sigtrap, Dayantha Walawwatta, Former Art Director at Steel City Interactive, and Chris Jones, Art Manager at Dlala Studios, to explore the essential qualities that define great leadership in the gaming world. From managing creative teams to fostering innovation and collaboration, they share hard-earned insights into what it takes to lead in t...

Join host Nina Fallows as she explores the power of leadership in the gaming industry with Oliwer Svensson, Founder and Creative Director at Froströk, Stephanie Pecaoco, Executive Producer at Chamo Games, and John Chasoulidis Abela, Head of Studio at MetaverseME Ltd. This engaging conversation dives into creative direction, studio management, and building strong development teams. Learn how top ga...

Host Andy Bargh welcomes Andreas Feist, Technical Art Director at Black Forest Games GmbH; Martin Sjölin, Lead Producer at The Gang; and Clarisse Blondy, Game Producer at Resolution Games. Together, they explore how to structure game development teams to enhance creativity and productivity. The guests share real-world strategies on team collaboration, production workflows, and balancing technical...

Elliot Tripp is joined by Alexander Dadaev, Creative Producer at Rovio Entertainment; David Wärnberg, Art Director of Den of Wolves; and Trym Johansen, Brand Art Director at SYBO Games to discuss the challenges of building a strong visual identity in game development. Together, they explore how to define and refine a game’s style, manage visual consistency across teams, and navigate the evolving d...

Host Elliot Tripp welcomes Mikhail Greuli, Art Director at Massive Entertainment – A Ubisoft Studio; Benedikt Podlesnigg, Art & World Director at Massive Entertainment – A Ubisoft Studio; Alexander Dadaev, Creative Producer at Rovio Entertainment; and Yauhen Khvoshch, Associate Environment Art Director at Strikerz Inc, to explore the intersection of passion and productivity in game development...

Join host Nina Fallow as she dives deep into the world of game interface design with Samad Iqbal, Lead UI/UX Artist at Revolving Games, Josh Allen, Director at Default Design, and Henry Ryder, Lead User Interface Artist at WBG Odyssey. This episode explores the craft of user interface and user experience in game development, offering expert insights into creating intuitive, immersive digital world...

Host Andy Bargh is joined by Alex Valls Torres, Producer at Piccolo Studio; Iban Nadal Novell, Producer at Ubisoft; Karol Żółcik, Head of Production at Reality Games; and Marilena Cassetta, Producer at Crytek. Together, they delve into the intricate world of game production—from managing creative teams to aligning timelines across complex pipelines. Listeners will gain practical insights into mode...

Host Jamie Manton explores what it means to put people at the center of gaming culture with Ryan Taylor, Lead L&D at Rare; Yasmina Fadel, Co-Director at Maximalist Ltd; and Graeme Monk, Executive Producer at Square Enix. Together, they dive into leadership strategies, inclusive development practices, and how studios can prioritize human experience in every aspect of game creation. This episode...

Jamie Manton hosts an in-depth conversation on game production with Graeme Monk, Executive Producer at Square Enix; Dylan Beale, Studio Director at DPS Games; Sam De Roeck, Senior Producer at Playground Games; and Pete Hickman, Ex Senior Producer at Build A Rocket Boy. This episode dives into the nuances of what makes a truly impactful game producer, covering leadership, studio culture, team coord...

Host Andy Bargh explores the world of animation in gaming with Oliver Acker, Art Director at King; Daniel Alcaraz, Art Lead and Game Animation Director at Rovio Entertainment; and Nicklas Andersson, Creative Animation Supervisor at Important Looking Pirates VFX. The discussion delves into the creative and technical journey of bringing characters and worlds to life in games. From visual storytellin...

In this episode, host Nina Fallows is joined by Piyush Mishra, Director of Growth at Product Madness, Marilena Papacosta, Director of Brand Marketing at Player 2, and Rob Bartholomew, Director at Bartle & Wood. Together, they explore the latest innovations in game marketing, discussing growth strategies, brand management, and user acquisition in the gaming industry. Learn how these experts dri...

Elliot Tripp hosts an insightful conversation on growing and guiding creative talent in the gaming industry. Featuring Etienne Badia, Head of Art at Voodoo, Carlos Lidón, UX/UI Director at Mojang Studios, Remi Nowakowski, Art Director at CD Projekt Red, and Daniel Perez, Studio Art Director at Starbreeze Entertainment, the episode explores leadership strategies, mentorship, and building strong, co...

Join Jamie Manton as he sits down with Guillaume Muller, Lead Sound Designer at Rare Ltd, James Mouat, Prior Design Director at Sumo Digital, and Paul Coleman, Creative Director at iRacing.com, to explore the many facets of game design. From the intricacies of sound design to the creative direction that shapes player experiences, the discussion delves into the evolution and challenges of game deve...

In this episode, Andy Bargh speaks with Mathias Gredal Nørvig, CEO of SYBO, about the company's success in the mobile gaming industry. They dive into SYBO's creative processes, the challenges of game development, and the strategies behind their hit games. Mathias shares valuable insights into leading a gaming company, navigating the mobile gaming landscape, and how SYBO continues to innova...

In this episode, Jamie Manton speaks with Ivelin G. Ivanov, former Executive Producer at Lab42 Games; Fasahat Salim, Design Director at Criterion Games; Hal Sandbach, Head of Design at d3t Ltd; and Laurence Oldham, Head of Design at Frontier Developments. They dive deep into the creative mindset of managing design teams in the gaming industry. The conversation covers leadership in game art, balanc...