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Episode Name:
Why Indie Games Are Driving the Industry
Episode Description:
For years, indie games were treated as alternatives to the mainstream. But more recently, that narrative started to fall apart. The games shaping player expectations and influencing industry direction aren’t just succeeding, they’re forcing the rest of the market to respond.
In this episode, we explore why indie games are driving the industry forward. We reflect on what made 2025 a turning point, how player expectations around scope and ambition have shifted, and how publishing models are evolving in response. So rather than chasing hype, we’re going to focus on the forces behind this change and where the industry is headed next.
Q?Box Round Answers
Name one thing that motivates you every day?
Working with amazing people
What’s the most helpful or impactful advice you ever received?
Be professional, be kind, and stay true to what matters most.
What game are you playing now?
Soooo many. I JUST finished Dark Souls 3, also playing Expedition 33 as I’d yet to finish it, some Pokemon Legends ZA and Metroid Prime 4
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?
- Try to think about your game as objectively as you can
- If you’re intending to partner with a publisher, be open and honest about what the game is and what you can achieve.
- Trust your gut.
RESOURCES and LINKS
How to get in touch with Ray Willmott
Website: http://www.readymixconsult.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ray-willmott-90871054/
E-mail: raywillmott@readymixedconsult.com