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IndieGameBusiness®

Candid conversations with veterans of all aspects of the business side of games. We firmly believe that great games from all developers need the support they deserve to succeed. This podcast exists to provide that support. IndieGameBusiness® is produced by The Powell Group, a video game consulting firm specializing in business development, marketing, and licensing. Our CEO has been in the industry for 20 years and closed countless publishing and licensing deals. The Powell Group monitors over 3,500

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01:01:38

We Raised the Money. Here’s What Nobody Told Us. |...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/09

Rob Carroll is back on IndieGameBusiness, but this time the conversation is very different.When Rob joined us previously, Roll Craft was building the studio and preparing for what came next. Now they’ve actually gone through the fundraising process, and Rob is coming back to talk about what really happened.VCs. Angel investors. Kickstarter. WeFunder. Community funding. They all offer different paths to getting your game funded, but choosing how to raise the money is only the beginning.What happens

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01:00:37

Learning by Landmines: Pitfalls & Strategies for...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/07

Join Raven Law for “Learning by Landmines: Pitfalls & Strategies for Publishing” Publishing a game is full of unexpected challenges, especially when you're launching across multiple platforms. Drawing from firsthand experience shipping titles on a variety of storefronts, Raven shares the common obstacles that can derail a release, from changing platform requirements to last-minute surprises and competing priorities. This session offers practical lessons to help you anticipate problems, avoid

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01:00:33

Make Accessibility a Selling Point: Storefronts,...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/06

Join Tara Voelker for “Make Accessibility a Selling Point: Storefronts, Tags, and Discovery” Players need to know if they can play your game before they buy it. Tara breaks down how Xbox, PlayStation, Steam, and the iOS App Store handle accessibility information, what players actually see, and how accurate feature details can support discovery and purchase decisions. You’ll also get a practical checklist for testing, tagging, and communicating your game’s accessibility across storefronts.Live

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01:00:46

Nobody Owes Your Game Attention - Why Good Games...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/05

Join Michael Brown for “Nobody Owes Your Game Attention – Why Good Games Still Fail” A great game isn’t enough if no one knows it exists. Michael explores why quality alone doesn’t guarantee success, covering market fit, positioning, launch timing, and store page conversion. Learn why building demand before release is essential and how thoughtful planning can give your game a better chance of standing out in a crowded marketplace.Live September 30th, 12pm - 1pm Eastern | YouTube - Twitch -

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00:58:17

Your Game Needs to Be Everywhere: Distribution Channels

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/04

Join Larry Kuperman and Grover Wimberly IV for “Your Game Needs to Be Everywhere: Distribution Channels” Releasing on a single storefront is no longer the right strategy for many games. Larry and Grover explore how developers can approach today's expanding distribution landscape, from Steam, Epic, and GOG to consoles and handheld platforms. Learn how to evaluate your options, manage the added complexity of multi-platform releases, and build a distribution strategy that reaches more players

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01:00:07

Multi Storefront Publishing

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/03

Join Alessandro Biollo, Nate Ahearn, and John Nguyen from Xsolla for “Multi Storefront Publishing” Publishing across multiple storefronts can open the door to more players, but it also brings new challenges around distribution, operations, and strategy. This roundtable discussion will explore the realities of multi storefront publishing, with industry perspectives on how teams can approach different platforms, manage the added complexity, and make smarter decisions about where and how to release

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00:43:31

After the Event with Ash and INDIE | The Path from...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/02

The IndieGameBusiness Sessions: The Path from Storefront to Success is over, but there’s still plenty to talk about.Join Ash and INDIE for another After the Event as they sit down and break apart the talks, conversations, and biggest takeaways from the latest IndieGameBusiness Sessions.This event focused on what happens when it’s time to actually get your game in front of players. We’ll discuss the realities of publishing across multiple platforms, the mistakes and last minute “landmines” developers

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00:57:23

It's Time to Launch: Lessons in Building and...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/02

Join Christian Allen for “It’s Time to Launch: Lessons in Building and Sustaining Momentum” Launching a game is only the beginning. Christian shares lessons from years of working on indie games and supporting developers through launch and beyond, covering Early Access, 1.0 releases, content updates, and community engagement. Learn how to build momentum around your release while balancing ongoing development with player expectations, even when you’re working with a much smaller team than a typical

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01:01:08

Planning for Launch: Wishlists, Visibility, and...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/10/01

Join Marco Polo Moraga for “Planning for Launch: Wishlists, Visibility, and Timing on Steam” Learn what wishlists actually tell you, which metrics matter, and why a high wishlist count doesn’t always translate into strong first-week sales. This panel also covers when to launch your store page, how to make the most of Steam Next Fest, and why setting your release date early can make a difference.Live September 30th, 4pm - 5pm Eastern | YouTube - Twitch - LinkedIn#FYP #VirtualConference #IndieGameDev

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00:52:56

Fireside Chat with Jay Powell and Hugo Castro |...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/09/25

Join Jay Powell for another IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat, this time with Hugo Castro, CEO of BC Media Lab and co-founder of Gamacon.Jay and Hugo will sit down for a relaxed conversation about Hugo’s journey in the games industry, building BC Media Lab, the story behind Gamacon, and the work that goes into creating opportunities and connections for game developers.They’ll talk about the industry, community, events, entrepreneurship, and some of the lessons Hugo has picked up along the way. And

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01:00:01

Why Web Gaming Matters Again | Rafael Morgan, CrazyGames

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/09/04

In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Rafael Morgan, VP Partnerships at CrazyGames, to talk about why web gaming is becoming strategically important again for developers.Rafael shares how successful studios are using the web alongside mobile instead of treating the two platforms as competitors. We’ll look at what CrazyGames is seeing across thousands of game submissions and hundreds of publishing partners, including the trends that are actually gaining traction.We also dive into how

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01:03:16

Your First Game Doesn't Have to Play It Safe |...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/08/28

In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Georgina Ovassapian, Founder of Winter Schloss Studios and developer of Night Shift: 1999, her first game.Georgina shares how her experience migrating from Switzerland to Australia became the foundation for a supernatural game set in 1999. We’ll explore how Night Shift: 1999 uses monsters, mythology, and supernatural elements as metaphors for real world struggles and how personal experiences can become powerful material for game development.We

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01:03:34

From YouTube Tutorials to Launching a Studio | Joe...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/08/14

In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Joe Dietsch, CEO, Creative Director, and Co-Founder of Wolf Haus Games. Joe shares his unconventional path into game development, starting as an outsider with no formal game development background and learning Unreal Engine through YouTube before eventually founding his own studio. We discuss the journey of building Wolf Haus Games around an original, untested IP and the creation of JOIN US, a narrative-driven survival game inspired by real-life

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01:01:50

Fireside Chat with Jay Powell and Julia da Silva...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/08/08

Join Jay Powell for a special IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat with Julia da Silva Brito from Indie Hero. In this conversation, they’ll discuss the indie game industry, supporting developers, building communities, and the challenges and opportunities facing indie studios today. Julia will share insights from her experience with Indie Hero, thoughts on the evolving indie landscape, and perspectives on helping developers grow both creatively and professionally. Expect an honest, relaxed conversation

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01:04:31

Fireside Chat with Fedor van Herpen | Building...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/07/31

In this IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat, Jay Powell sits down with Fedor van Herpen, Co-founder and Partnership Director at MeetToMatch, for a conversation about networking, events, and building a company in the games industry. Fedor shares the story behind MeetToMatch, how it has grown into a key platform for connecting developers, publishers, and industry professionals, and what it takes to run successful networking events at scale. The discussion also dives into the realities of building and

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01:00:08

Before You Quit Your Job to Make Games, Watch This |...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/07/31

In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Charlie Brandick, Founder of Quetzal-Core Games, for an honest conversation about the realities of building a career in game development. Charlie’s journey is anything but traditional. Before games, he was an elementary school teacher and aspiring professional musician. He eventually broke into the industry through a chance conversation that led to his first role as a junior game designer. Since then, he has worked across mobile, VR, AR, Disney

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01:07:09

Why Great Games Still Fail | Darren Williams, MinMax...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/07/10

In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Darren Williams, Founder & CEO of MinMax Game Consulting, to explore a question every developer should ask: why do some great games fail to find an audience?Using Bayonetta as a case study, Darren breaks down the lessons indie developers can learn from games that were critically acclaimed but struggled to achieve commercial success. We discuss the dangers of being unique for the sake of being unique, the importance of release timing, and why

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01:05:20

Fireside Chat with Jay Powell and Guy Blomberg |...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/06/26

Join us for an IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat with Guy Blomberg from Games Industry Gathering. In this conversation, we’ll discuss building communities within the games industry, creating meaningful networking opportunities, and the evolving challenges facing developers and industry professionals today. Guy shares insights from organizing and growing Games Industry Gathering, along with lessons learned from connecting developers, publishers, creators, and business professionals across the industry

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01:03:24

How to Start an Indie Game Studio the Right Way | Rob...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/06/12

In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Rob Carroll, CEO of Roll Craft, to break down what it really takes to start an indie game studio from the ground up. Rob walks through the key decisions founders need to make early, including choosing the right company structure, deciding whether to go solo or bring on co-founders, and where to form your company. He also shares the story behind starting Roll Craft and the thought process that guided its formation. We’ll dive into fundraising,

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01:04:36

How Indies Win with Creators Without Big Budgets |...

IndieGameBusiness® ·

2026/06/05

In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Mercedes Boberg, Sales Manager at Pragma and Firstlook, to break down how indie developers should approach working with creators from day one. Mercedes shares why thinking about creators early, before launch, is critical and explains the difference between paid creator campaigns and organic creator growth. We’ll talk about what actually makes creators stick with a game long term, how to approach creators when you don’t have budget or brand

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