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Join us for a special IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat with Ash Cason, Ian Wright, and April Stallings from Make-A-Wish. This conversation will focus on what’s happening with Make-A-Wish this year and how the video game industry is playing a powerful role in helping grant life changing wishes.

Ian Wright, Lead Manager of Gaming Fundraising, and April Stallings, Charitable Gaming Program Manager, will share how developers, creators, and communities can get involved, support the mission, and make a meaningful difference through games.

This will be a relaxed, interactive discussion with live questions from the audience, so come ready to learn, engage, and be part of something impactful.

Follow Ian Wright and April Stallings:
Ian Wright LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-wright-318926124/
April Stallings LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilstallings/

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In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Eleni Sagredos, Advertising Operations Strategist and growth marketing consultant who has worked with companies like Epic Games and Meta/Oculus. Eleni shares what growth marketing really means for game teams and how to focus on what actually drives results instead of chasing vanity metrics.

We dive into the marketing levers that truly move the needle, from paid media to creator partnerships to organic community building. Eleni explains how developers should think about measurement when attribution is not perfect, what signals actually matter when evaluating a campaign, and how to build a smarter framework across all marketing channels.

This conversation also focuses on practical strategies for indie teams, including how to connect marketing efforts back to wishlists, sales, and long term business impact. If you want to understand what is actually working in game marketing today, this episode delivers clear and actionable insight.

Follow Eleni Sagredos:
X: https://x.com/eleniexp
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenisagredos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleni_exp

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In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Alexandre Amancio , Head of Studio at Studio Ellipsis, for a wide ranging conversation about the current state of the games industry and where it is headed next.

Alex shares his perspective on why the future of game development may lie with smaller, more focused teams and how creative constraints can actually lead to better and more original games. The discussion also explores what it truly means to build a community centric studio and the lessons Alex has learned throughout his career in the industry.

The conversation then shifts to Studio Ellipsis and the vision behind building a new studio in Lisbon. Alex talks about the culture, the ambition, and the talent the team is bringing together, as well as the mindset behind launching the studio and growing it in today’s challenging industry environment.

We also dive into the studio’s first game, Nightholme, a multiplayer horror hunt experience. Alex explains what makes the game unique, where development currently stands, and what players and developers can expect next as the project continues to evolve.

Follow Alexandre Amancio and Studio Ellipsis:
LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/ewrReq4A
Studio Ellipsis LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/eszfAf6j
X: https://x.com/Nightholme
Facebook: https://lnkd.in/eRtT4azc
Instagram: https://lnkd.in/ep7NQDk8
Discord: https://lnkd.in/e4uWyAv2

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In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Romy Halfweeg, Business Development Manager at Poki, to break down how indie developers can succeed in the growing world of web gaming.

Romy shares an overview of the browser gaming space, how it has evolved, and where Poki fits today with a catalog of over 1600 games. Drawing from her experience as a former indie developer, she explains how that perspective shapes how Poki works with developers and what they look for when signing new games.

We’ll dive into who the web gaming audience is, what gameplay loops perform best, and which monetization strategies actually work. Romy also covers the technical considerations developers need to think about when building for the web, and how indie teams can position themselves to take advantage of this platform.

If you’re looking for new distribution channels, revenue streams, or ways to reach massive audiences without traditional storefronts, this episode is packed with practical insight.

Follow Romy Halfweeg:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romyhalfweeg/

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In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Mike Straw, Executive Editor at Insider Gaming, to talk about the current state of games media and how the industry is being viewed from the inside.

Mike shares insight into the evolving landscape of games journalism, how major companies view gamers today, and whether true innovation is still happening across the industry. We also discuss how coverage decisions are made, what trends are shaping media narratives, and how developers can better understand the perspective of the press.

If you want a clear, honest look at how the industry is being covered right now and what that means for developers, this conversation delivers valuable perspective.

Follow Mike Straw:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeStrawMedia
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelstrawjr/

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