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June 2023 Round up

For games studios aspiring to achieve growth and success, diversification could be key. Building an expansive entertainment ecosystem that encompasses games, comics, animation and even restaurants can prove to be a strategic move. Take, for example, the remarkable journey of Olivier Madiba, founder and CEO of Kiro'o Games in Cameroon. He dreams of building the biggest African game studio and puts his money on more than just games. This and many more inspiring tales from the frontline of game development in this month’s newsletter.

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Olivier Madiba’s Kiro’o Games is building a Pan-African entertainment ecosystem

Kiro’o Games is an ambitious game development company based in Yaounde, Cameroon. Founder and CEO Olivier Madiba is pursuing his dream of creating the biggest African game studio by building a Pan-African entertainment ecosystem which encapsulates games, comics, animation and even restaurants. This is his story.

MOST WANTED

In Vampire Hunters you need all of your six hands and a dozen guns to survive

Imagine having to face rampant attack waves like in Vampire Survivors but from a first person point of view. Impossible? That's why Brazilian developer Gamecraft Studios is evening the odds with a unique weapon-stacking system. It often takes up almost half the screen, but lets you kill enemies in every possible way you desire.

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Japanese solo dev Ginolabo: “I always wanted to make my own RPG”

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RUNNING A STUDIO

Looking ahead after one year of Shueisha Games: “searching for unicorns”

Shueisha Games, the dedicated games branch of Japan’s renowned manga publishing house, Shueisha, has successfully established itself as a promising player in the games industry. Led by Executive Officer Michiharu Mori, the company has experienced significant growth within just one year. “We honor the vision and creative abilities of game creators.”

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Solo dev ansdor loves his total creative control: “I don’t like too much planning”

Jonathan C Haman: “I created the glorious Drift Type C – which no one is buying”

FUTURE TECH

Charis Reid: “Save time by automating your communication with players”

Charis Reid, Brand Manager at Radical Forge, discusses the importance of automation in maintaining player happiness. She emphasises the role of communication and consistent engagement with the audience without compromising development time. "You want to be a little bit more creative”

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From extra content to extra revenue: DLC works best for strategy games

Analysis: Embracer’s financial trouble is late-stage capitalism destroying creativity

DATA & INTELLIGENCE

Newzoo’s latest report: Almost 9 in 10 gamers spend money on in-game items

Newzoo’s Global Gamer Study 2023 is a true treasure trove of interesting facts about the people out there that hopefully end up with your game in their hands. Nearly 75.000 people in 36 markets participated in this study. Did you know that more than half of all people with an internet connection play games? Or that 87% of players spend money on in-game items? Here are some more insights.

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