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Episode Name:
How to Spot and Support Viral Games
Episode Description:
Many developers dream of going viral, but few understand what it actually takes to get there. While focusing on virality isn’t everything, it can help build momentum.
So today, we’re going to talk about how to identify, shape, and publish games with viral potential, all without chasing trends or sacrificing originality, by learning what early signals to look for and how smart marketing can fuel breakout momentum.
Q?Box Round Answers
What was your childhood favorite game?
Star Wars Battlefront 2
What’s the most helpful or impactful advice you ever received?
Do what you love and take calculated risks
What game are you playing now?
The Last of Us
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?
- Do your research first
- Be realistic on what you can create
- Keep it small, test quick, iterate, don’t be afraid to drop and move to the next one
RESOURCES and LINKS
How to get in touch with Sam De Boeck
Website: https://www.orointeractive.com/
Twitter: @Sam_OroInt
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-de-boeck-632b68169/
E-mail: sam@orointeractive.com