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June 06, 2024 TWIG #285 Squad Busters Busted? Destiny 2, Too?
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With Mishka gobbling birthday whey cakes, the crew looks at Squad Busters’ week 1 returns, and it’s not pretty. The specter of Boom Beach is starting to cast its shadow.
Meanwhile, Phil talks about Destiny 2 stumbling in its last hoorah, while Laura talks about Stumble Guys standing straight. Jen gives the 411 on new EU app stores, and Eric thinks Star Wars Hunters breaks the MOBA curse. Or not.
1 hr 10 min
June 03, 2024 Voodoo’s Secret Sauce with Gabriel Rivaud, VP Gaming
Join us for an insider tour of Voodoo’s HQ and uncover the journey to hybrid casual success with Voodoo’s Gabriel Rivaud, VP of Gaming.

Gabriel Rivaud:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-rivaud-21210744/
Michail Katkoff
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/
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38 min
May 31, 2024 TWIG #284 Squad Busters launch talk / Stumble Guys vs. Fall Guys
Squad Busters is released and we have more thoughts about it. Ubisoft's XDefiant hits 1M unique users, bringing Phil immense joy. Crew debates who does Fall Guys better than Fall Guys? Stumble Guys...? We'll also warm you up for the upcoming Summer Games Fest on June 7.
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The hosts: Jen Donahoe, Eric Kress, Laura Taranto, and Phillip Black
1 hr 1 min
May 27, 2024 Supercell's Squad Busters - The Definitive Deconstruction
Phillip Black, Michail Katkoff, and guest analyst Matthew Emery deconstruct Supercell's 6th billion Dollar franchise just before it is launched to the global audience.
To read the full deconstruction, go to:
https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/blog/2024/5/26/squad-busters-supercell-hits-the-apex-or-spins-off-track

1 hr 16 min
May 23, 2024 TWIG #283 Anime correction, Applovin speculations, Ad creative trends and Ubisoft’s xDefiant
Anime corrections, baseless speculation about Applovin, Take-Two earnings, and the GTA 6 launch date window. We speculate on the reason for Squad Busters’ massive 40M pre-registrations. Phil can’t wait to talk xDefiant. Mishka cosplays Jen and covers ad creative. All that and more on today’s TWIG

your hosts: Jen Donahoe, Eric Kress, Phillip Black and Michail Katkoff
1 hr 11 min
May 20, 2024 Solopreneur Success: Balancing Work, Life, and Passion with Matej Lancaric
Join seasoned UA and marketing consultant Matej Lančaric as he shares his decade-long journey from being an employee to running a global user acquisition consulting business. Discover his transition to solopreneurship, client management tips, and leveraging AI tools. Gain insights on balancing work, creativity, and family life alongside the importance of genuine passion and unique goal-setting approaches.
This episode is packed with valuable advice for both aspiring and veteran consultants, including tips on growing professionally, networking, and content creation. Perfect for anyone looking to master the solopreneur path with hard work, persistence, and enjoyment.

Matej’s solopreneur journey in his own words
https://lancaric.me/matej-lancaric-the-story-of-a-solopreneur/

The state of ad creatives in-app marketing report:
https://www.appsflyer.com/resources/reports/gated/state-of-creative/?formsent=true
1 hr 19 min
May 17, 2024 TWIG #282 Is Netflix Games in trouble? Xbox PR stumble 🤕
The big topic of the episode is Netflix which struck a partnership with Roblox. What does this mean to Netflix Games? Hear our hypothesis. The crew has BIG debates about Eurovision, and Tencent's role is Supercell's turnaround as well as anime.
Your hosts:
Jen Donahoe, Michail Katkoff, Phillip Black, and Eric Kress
Segments:
00.00 Shill & Banter
09:20 News & HOT takes
44:23 Netflix Games is in trouble?
61:30 Xbox PR disaster
1 hr 8 min
May 13, 2024 The Shifting Landscape of the Gaming Industry in 2024 with Newzoo's Ben Porter
In this episode of the Deconstructor of Fun podcast, host Mishka Katkoff engages with Ben Porter, NewZoo's Director of Consulting, to delve into the profound shifts within the gaming industry reflected in NewZoo's latest report.
They explore a variety of pressing topics such as the industry trends post-COVID-19, console market dynamics, opportunities for game developers, the impact of AI and technological advancements, and the shifting dynamics of player engagement. Additionally, they address the economic aspects influencing the industry, including inflation and the increase in demand for profitability over growth.
A key discussion revolves around the challenges and strategies for future growth, touching on the importance of breaking through market concentration with innovation and versatility in game development. Ben provides insights into the role
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to the Deconstructor of Fun Podcast
01:39 Introducing Ben Porter and NewZoo
04:29 The Pulse of the Gaming Market in 2023
13:30 The Challenges and Opportunities in PC and Console Gaming
30:31 Navigating the Mobile Expansion for PC and Console Publishers
38:05 PS5 Exclusives and Market Diversification
39:18 The Shift from Mobile to AAA: Challenges and Changes
40:01 Xsolla: Empowering Game Developers for Global Success
40:34 Analyzing Market Concentration in PC and Console Gaming
42:04 The Secret Sauce Behind Top PC and Console Titles
44:20 Navigating the Competitive Landscape of New Game Titles
52:16 The Impact of Remakes and Remasters in the Gaming Industry
58:02 The Role of Transmedia in Engaging and Expanding Game Audiences
01:03:38 Understanding Playtime Trends and the Future of Gaming
01:12:52 High-Level Predictions and Closing Thoughts
1 hr 19 min
May 09, 2024 TWIG #281 Switch 2, Moon Active 💗 Spyke Games, Helldivers vs. PSN
Players prevail with Helldivers 2 vs Sony PSN, Nintendo announces Switch 2 is coming before the end of Q125, Unity gets a new boss, Squadbusters racks up the pre-registrations, and Turkish Spyke Games goes to the Moon (Active).
Hosts: Eric Kress, Jen Donahoe, Laura Taranto & Phillip Black
1 hr 3 min
May 09, 2024 Product Deep Dive #3: Legend of Mushroom, the fungal phenomenon
Listen and watch (there are visuals!) as industry veterans Jen Donahoe, Laura Taranto and special guest Ken Landen deep dive into 'Legend of Mushroom,' the idle action mobile game that's taken players (and revenue) by storm. We'll break down the game's mechanics, exploring what made this game into the success it is today.
Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the realm, there's something here for everyone.
1 hr 9 min

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