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Episode Name:
Why Smaller Devs Are Driving the Next Big Industry Shift
Episode Description:
The gaming landscape has changed dramatically in recent years, and it’s indie developers who are leading some of the most exciting innovations.
But what challenges do they still face, and how can small teams carve out success in an increasingly competitive market?
In this episode, we explore how shifts in technology, business models, and industry trends are empowering smaller studios to make a bigger impact than ever before.
Q?Box Round Answers
Why do you make games?
Meets my two needs: 1. A technical challenge 2. Not boring
What was your childhood favorite game?
Hard question. Let’s go for Cannon Fodder on the Amiga.
What game are you playing now?
I’m not! Don’t judge me. I have three kids and a company. I dabble with coding games when I have time.
TIPS and ADVICE
We covered quite a bit today. Could you list 3 suggestions or tips you would recommend to indie devs based on our discussion?
- Don’t shy away from learning the industry and learning to run a business.
- Lean into and capitalize on what you do better than anyone else
- Don’t take advice too seriously. Especially from a service studio founder!
RESOURCES and LINKS
How to get in touch with Chris Wood
Website: https://www.tanglewoodgames.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswooduk/
E-mails: chris@tanglewoodgames.com
jobs@tanglewoodgames.com