Andrew Lowen, from Next Level Web, is back to discuss even more things you need to know in order to market a game effectively. We talk about Facebook ads, post-Kickstarter marketing, working with a marketing agency, and more.
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Andrew Lowen, from Next Level Web, discusses everything you need to be thinking about when it comes to marketing your game.
We talk email lists, Facebook, timelines, and more. There was so much, in fact, that this podcast will be a 2-part series.
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Toby Truman, warehouse owner and product fulfiller, discusses his best advice on shipping, logistics, and saving money.
This was honestly one of the most enlightening episodes I’ve done, and Toby has great tips and tricks on how to get your game into the world for the best rates.
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Shawn Stankewich, founder of Flat Out Games, discusses how he’s building a publishing company that’s built on collaboration.
Shawn’s company doesn’t hire out tasks but instead brings on team members who share in both the work and the profits.
And be sure to check out Shawn’s game Calico which is on Kickstarter HERE.
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Andrew Birkett, founder of Atheris Games, discusses what it looks like to be an indie game publisher.
Andrew has been running his own game company for four years, and we do a deep dive into the ins and outs of the publishing world.
And be sure to check out Andrew’s game Ruins of Mars which is on Kickstarter HERE.
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Glenn Ford, the lead developer for Gaslands, discusses all the ins and outs of being able to legally place the CE mark on the back of your game box.
There are a ton of misconceptions and misinformation about the process, and Glenn goes through everything step-by-step to make sure it’s crystal clear.
And for more reading on CE Marking:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/toy-manufacturers-and-their-responsibilities (UK government advice)
http://www.btha.co.uk (British Toy and Hobby Association)
And be sure to check out Glenn’s new game Moonflight on Kickstarter HERE.
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Ann Losito, Twitch streamer with Twist Gaming, discusses how to engage with media as a game designer.
In today’s world, designers and publishers are more and more having to be on top of their media game in order to be successful. Ann and I get into what that looks like.
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John Brieger, professional freelancer, discusses what it looks like to make a living working on board games.
John is a designer, developer, editor, and more, and he’s been working on games full-time for about a year.
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Evan Derrick, designer of Detective: City of Angels, discusses his own journey and his advice on how to go pro in the gaming industry.
Evan works for Van Ryder Games and has been a full-time pro for over a year.
And be sure to check out Hostage Negotiator: Career on Kickstarter HERE.
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Patrick Rauland, designer of Fry Thief, discusses product management and how it relates to game design.
Patrick has worked as a pro product manager in the software industry, and there are tons of ways that understanding product management will make you a better designer in everything from prototyping to playtesting to running a Kickstarter.
Patrick’s game, Fry Thief, is on Kickstarter right now and is already fully funded. Check it out HERE.
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