Evolution Exchange Gaming

Host Nina Fallows leads a dynamic conversation on gaming brand strategy with Kevin Taylor, Marketing Director at ICHI Worldwide; Guy Perkins, Brand Director, International at Bethesda Softworks; and Malize Evans, Co-Founder, CEO & CMO of Raftur Games. They dive into what it takes to craft compelling narratives, scale global awareness, and position gaming brands for success. From AAA franchises...

Host Elliot Tripp is joined by Mikhail Greuli, Associate Art Director at Ubisoft’s Massive Entertainment, Mariia Chekan, Lead Art Director at Evolution, Dmitriy Pastushenko, Senior Producer at Team From Earth, and Galina Levchenko, 3D Art Director at G5 Entertainment. Together, they explore the nuances of building and sustaining creative teams in the gaming industry. Learn how these experts nurtur...

Host Andrew Bargh is joined by Krzysztof Mierzejewski, Senior Producer at Creepy Jar; Tiago Moutinho, Tech Director at King; Peter Hakestam, Development Manager at Sharkmob; and Ricardo Seligmann, Principal Producer at Scopely. Together, they discuss navigating personal and professional growth in the high-paced world of game development. From leadership challenges to team collaboration and career...

Host Aaron Reeves dives into the art of storytelling through sound with Dan Wakefield, Audio Director at Rubarb AS; Arild Iversen, Audio Director at Funcom; Zevik Perry, Audio Director at Infinite Mana; and Hugo Bastien, Audio Director at Anchor Point Studios. This episode explores how sound design shapes narrative immersion in gaming, from environmental effects to emotional audio cues. Gain insig...

Host Andy Bargh is joined by Nadia Karroue (Art Director, Soba), Ahmet Faruk Adıgüzel (Art Director, GAMEGAMI), and Tatu Petersen-Jessen (Senior Art Director, Rovio Entertainment) to explore how AI is revolutionising the creative side of game development. From enhancing concept art to streamlining design workflows, the guests share practical insights on integrating AI tools into the production pip...

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...