Crowdfunding Nerds: Kickstarter Marketing, Business, & Beyond!

ARGs: The Secret Sauce of Portal's Marketing with Jeep Barnett


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Episode 221 of Crowdfunding Nerds is here, and it's a game-changer! Ever wondered how alternate reality games (ARGs) can skyrocket a game's success? Or how a viral phrase like "the cake is a lie" came to be? Join us as we dive deep into the world of game development with the legendary Jeep Barnett, known for his work on the Portal series at Valve.


Jeep shares his journey from video games to board games, revealing the magic behind ARGs that captivated players worldwide. Discover how these interactive experiences not only built hype for Portal but also drew parallels with crowdfunding strategies. We explore the risks and rewards of ARGs, their impact on community engagement, and how they mirror the crowdfunding landscape.

Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the evolution of game

marketing, the art of player interaction, and lessons learned from Jeep's ventures, including a Kickstarter project. Don’t miss this episode packed with insights and secrets from the gaming world!

 

Links to Check out:

Website: https://www.jeepbarnett.com/

Game: https://ssaangn.com/
Jeep Barnett English Stuff - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lx5AEI96l3U&list=PLfc4w03gYBcN9dLQcjXO-MIRKbgkewRYs

 

Check out our website at crowdfundingnerds.com and join our bustling community on Facebook.

 

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