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Platforms, Channels and Discovery Oh My! - #236 - Game Dev Local Podcast
In this episode of the Game Dev Local Podcast, host Oscar continues his ongoing podquest to uncover everything about game development that you never dared to ask. This time, he's joined by Game Dev Local founder Stuart De Ville for a deep dive into platforms, channels, and discovery—three key pillars of getting your game noticed in today’s competitive market.From choosing the right platforms for your game to understanding different distribution channels and the ever-evolving challenges of discoverability, Oscar and Stuart break down what developers need to know to maximize their reach and connect with their audience. Whether you’re an indie dev navigating self-publishing or a seasoned pro looking to refine your marketing strategy, this episode is packed with insights to help you get your game into the hands of players.Tune in for an engaging conversation on the opportunities and pitfalls of launching games in the modern industry landscape!
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Game Over or Game On? Succeeding in the Indie Games Industry - #235 - Game Dev Local Podcast
Success in game development isn’t just about making a great game—it’s about making the right decisions at every stage. From prototyping and team management to marketing and funding, indie developers need solid strategies to navigate an increasingly competitive industry.
In this episode, GDL Director Tom Morgan and Founder Stuart De Ville break down key tactics indie devs can use to build sustainable studios and successful games. They’ll explore smarter prototyping, effective leadership, community engagement, and how to position your game for success in today’s market.
Whether you're a solo dev or running a small team, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you develop, market, and sell your game more effectively.
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Growing Pains ep. 8 - The State of Play in 2025 and Beyond - #234 - Game Dev Local Podcast
In this episode of Growing Pains, GDL host and Games Strategy Consultant Jay Uppal sits down with Rhys Elliott, Games Journalist and Games Analyst at MIDiA Research, together they discuss some of the biggest gaming trends that are impacting the industry today. Delving into everything from AI to Ads and the ever-elusive Switch 2. This episode covers our top takes for some of what 2025 holds in stake from a broader business perspective for the Games Industry.
Growing Pains is a series focusing on key business trends and people shaping the Global Games Market and their impact on the Games Industry. In this series Jay speaks with industry leaders across the Games and Gametech space; trying to demystify the industry, understand the state of leadership, and answer the all-important question 'Is having a fun game still enough to succeed in today's games market?'
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Lessons From Audio Drama - #233 - Game Dev Local Podcast
In this episode, Chris Gregory and Emily Inkpen from Alternative Stories, the team behind 'The Dex Legacy' join Oscar to explore what lessons we can learn from the writing and sound world-building from Audio Drama.
Oscar was previously a guest on Alternative Stories and Fake Realities Podcast which can be found here:
Alternative Stories: https://alternativestories.com/
Emily Inkpen: https://www.emilyinkpen.com/
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Design Direction and Publishing - #232 - Game Dev Local Podcast
In this episode, Nina and Jeff chat about the secret sauce in strong teams and the value of passion, perspective, and communication across all forms of design.
Game Dev Local Podcast (Previously Game Dev London) is all about bringing game design and game development to the game developers and fanatics across the games industry. Our hosts and guests bring their expertise and knowledge to each episode as we aim to help everyone, from those just starting out, to those looking to hone their skills!
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