Player Driven

Unleashing Creativity and Accessibility in Game Design with Dan Greg, sits down with Daniel McCreadie, a senior game designer at Outright Games, to discuss the intricacies of creating games that resonate with children and families. With a career spanning nearly two decades, Dan shares his journey from a child gamer to a leading figure in the gaming industry, emphasizing the importance of accessibi...

The Evolution of Gaming and the Power of Networking Welcome to the Player Engage Podcast, where we explore the biggest challenges, technologies, trends, and best practices for creating unforgettable player experiences. In this episode, our host Greg chats with Terry Haynes, a seasoned veteran from Tanglewood Games, about his journey through the gaming industry, the evolution of game development, a...

Welcome to another episode of the Player Engage Podcast, where we dive deep into the gaming industry's most intriguing topics. Today, we're thrilled to have Gemma Doyle, co-founder and CCO of SurgeROI, join us to share her insights on VIP programs and their impact on player loyalty and engagement. Episode Highlights: Gemma's Journey : Discover Gemma's transition from real money...

In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Jon Wolheim, a true powerhouse in the gaming industry. With an impressive background working for renowned companies like Apple and Amazon, Jon is now an advisor for Games for Love and a top voice in AI and gaming on LinkedIn. 🚀 Here are three major takeaways from our conversation with Jon: 1️⃣ LinkedIn: The Ballast Amongst t...

In this episode of the Player: Engage podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Arseny Lebedev, a gaming industry veteran and co-founder of Original Games. Arseny shared his extensive journey from his early days as an intern at Large Animal Games to founding Signus Labs and eventually leading a studio at MZ. His entrepreneurial spirit has been a driving force throughout his career, and his unique, o...

In this episode of the Player Engage podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Irena Pereira, the CEO and founder of Unleashed Games. Irina is a trailblazer in game design and user experience, with a career dedicated to enhancing player interactions and experiences within games. She has worked on projects for SciPlay and Mythical Games and has a unique approach to game development that combine...

In this engaging episode of the Player Engage Podcast, host Greg welcomes Veronica Rose, a seasoned customer support expert with an impressive background at companies like Bose, WB Games, and Vecna Robotics. Veronica shares insightful experiences from her journey in customer support, starting with her time at Bose. She discusses the unique challenges of supporting high-end audio products and the n...

Dive into the latest Player Engage podcast with host Greg Posner and guest Peter Gerson from Keywords. Peter's journey from a potential pyrotechnical engineer to a gaming industry leader at EA and Keywords is as explosive as it is inspiring. He dives into the essence of player engagement: understanding and prioritizing player needs for a remarkable gaming experience. Peter highlights the cruc...

In this episode of the Player Engage podcast, host Greg Posner interviews Ivan Zaguirre from SocialPoint. Ivan shares his nine-year journey at SocialPoint, discussing his various roles and the recent release of their new game, Top Troops. Ivan emphasizes the importance of understanding the gaming audience and tailoring the product to their tastes and preferences. He also highlights the significanc...

Guests: Sharon Fisher , Keywords Studios Chris James , Modulate Episode Summary: This episode of Player: Engage Podcast with Greg Posner, featuring Sharon Fisher from Keywords Studios and Chris James from Modulate, delves into the mental health challenges faced by content moderators. It highlights the importance of self-awareness, emotional management, and the need for adequate support systems to...

In this engaging episode of the Player Engage podcast, host Greg Posner sits down with Mike Gallagher, founder of Untitled Ad Lab. Mike's career, spanning from film and television to pivotal roles at EA, HyperHippo, and Hothead Games, has centered around community engagement, marketing, and user acquisition in the gaming industry. Journey into Gaming: Mike shares his transition into the gamin...

In this episode, we are joined by Nigel Franks and Kristie Dale from Snowed In Studios, a distinguished studio within the Keywords family. They dive into the nuances of crafting unforgettable player experiences, discussing the key challenges, cutting-edge technologies, trends, and best practices in the gaming industry. Nigel Franks, serving as the studio production director at Snowed In Studios, o...

In this episode of the Player Engage podcast, Greg interviews Jamie Smith, the principal game designer at People Can Fly. Jamie shares his extensive experience in the gaming industry, having worked on popular games such as The Division, Far Cry, and Call of Duty: Vanguard. He explains the role of a principal game designer, which involves overseeing the core player experience and collaborating with...

Strap in, gamers and futurists! 🎮🚀 This episode of Player Engage Podcast, titled "Beyond Pixels: Navigating the Future with Renz Chong," dives into the riveting world of gaming innovation with the CEO of BreederDAO. Host Greg explores how Renz's strategies are setting new standards in the gaming metaverse, sustainability, and community engagement. Tune in for a visionary journey b...

In this episode of the Player Engaged podcast, Greg interviews Lauren Wade, Head of Player Communications at Kolibri Games. They delve into her role encompassing customer support, community management, and localization within the mobile game studio. Lauren shares insights from her extensive experience across various gaming disciplines and how they converge in her current role. The discussion illum...

Join Greg as he sits down with James Batchelor from gamesindustry.biz to discuss the profound impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the gaming world. Amidst the initial boom in sales and investments during lockdowns, the industry now grapples with a market correction leading to significant layoffs. As companies big and small navigate these challenges, there's a talent reshuffle that might be a...

Greg and Mat Ombler discuss the transformative impact of AI on the music landscape, especially within the gaming industry. Recognizing the intimidation many face when approaching traditional musical instruments, they spotlight how AI tools are democratizing the creative process, allowing even those without formal training to craft dynamic video game compositions. While underscoring the ethical con...

In this episode, host Greg Posner talks with Tim Bennison of Hothead Games about the foundational elements that fuel innovation within the gaming industry. Tim sheds light on the concept of cross-pollination, co-development, and work-for-hire arrangements. He explains how integrating diverse ideas and technologies can lead to groundbreaking advancements in game development. Tim also discusses Hoth...

Join us on this compelling episode of the Player Engage podcast, where host Greg Posner welcomes special guest Artem Dogtiev from Business of Apps . Business of Apps is an essential B2B platform that provides the latest scoop on the ever-changing world of apps. What You'll Learn: Stay Informed: Greg and Artem discuss the importance of keeping up-to-date in the fast-paced app industry. Your On...

This episode of Player Engage explores the necessity of localizing games to provide an enjoyable player experience. Dominic Kelly stresses that players seek games in their own language and are more likely to choose localized games over non-localized ones. He advises companies to prioritize localization based on market potential, player preferences, and overall experience. The discussion highlights...

In this episode of the Player Engage podcast, host Greg Posner is joined by Thomas Kolbabek from Golden Whale Productions. As the CTO of Golden Whale, Thomas brings his expertise in player engagement and retention to the conversation. They discuss the importance of collecting data from the beginning of game development, the role of player insights in creating a successful game, and how to effectiv...

In this special episode of the Player Engage podcast, Greg is joined by Josh Loveridge from Stratton Studios to discuss the recent news and controversy surrounding Unity, a popular gaming engine. They provide an overview of the situation, highlighting the importance of understanding both the community and business perspectives. The episode also touches on the recent pricing revisions by Unity. Tun...

Ready to level up your gaming experience? In our newest episode, we sit down with Brandon De Silva, the trailblazing CEO of ArenaX Labs. Forget the usual NPC sidekicks; ArenaX Labs is revolutionizing the game—literally—with AI Arena. Imagine an AI companion that learns from your gameplay, adapting and evolving to offer a gaming experience like you've never had before. But it's not just a...

Greg is joined by the game development team of " Midnight Dreams." They discuss the game's lore and the main character, Felipe, who has autism. Felipe's hyper focus and ability to enter different dreams are explored, as well as his astronaut helmet, which he uses to hide from the real world. The game aims to be inclusive and relatable to players with autism.

This episode of Player: Engage explores the mission and initiatives of Women in Games, an organization dedicated to empowering women in the gaming industry. Guests Gemma, Mafalda, and Athena share insights on their roles within Women in Games and discuss the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion. They emphasize the need to support women who may feel alienated by traditional gamer culture...