Lyn Dang is the Senior Social Media & Community Manager at Noodle Cat Games, a remote-first indie studio. Noodle Cat Games was named one of the Top 25 Game Changers of 2025 by Lightspeed, GamesBeat, and Nasdaq, and they recently announced their first title, Cloudheim, a multiplayer action RPG.
Lyn has a background in community management for game IPs like Summoners War and Palia, and is passionate about helping the next generation of community managers break into the game industry.
In this episode, Lyn shares how she got her start and offers advice for anyone hoping to land their dream job. We also explore the challenges of moderating online communities, from navigating player feedback and crisis moments to fostering positive, welcoming spaces, all while balancing player expectations with the realities of game production.
Lyn discusses how studios can create work environments where everyone feels passionate about their work, and how the freedom to experiment with quirky, player-driven campaigns (like a comically oversized in-game plushie) can foster community and turn players into advocates.
We also discuss the current state of the gaming industry, including the rising costs of game development and the role of AI in moderation.
Connect with Lyn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndang
Follow her on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/lynlovesgames.bsky.social
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