Rise and Play Podcast 100. Revolutionizing Game Publishing: Kepler Interactive's Co-Ownership Model
In this captivating episode, we dive into the revolutionary game publishing model of Kepler Interactive. Join our conversation with Catherine Chew, Senior Director of Investments and Business at Kepler, to uncover the secrets behind their unique co-ownership model.
In 2021, Kepler has raised $120 million from NetEase in a financing round as part of its launch.
At Kepler, studio founders become co-owners with a say in the decision-making process of the collective and are able to utilize the benefits that a model like this can provide. Marketing, operations, finance, publishing, technology and even team expertise: the combination of resources enables each studio to achieve their goals, all while maintaining creative freedom.
Among the founding studios at Kepler: A44, Alpha Channel, Awaceb, Ebb Software, Shapefarm, Sloclap and Timberline. The company's executive team is led by the founders of independent video game fund Kowloon Nights.
A co-ownership model sounds great on paper, but how does it work in practice?
Join us for an insightful conversation that will change the way you think about game development and publishing!
Topics Discussed:
- Kepler Interactive's co-ownership model and its impact on game publishing
- Cat's journey from consulting to joining Kepler Interactive
- The origins of the disruptive publishing model created by the founders of Kepler
- How Kepler strives for alignment and collaboration among studios
- The criteria Kepler looks for when considering new studios to join the collective
- The power of collaboration and synergy among studios within Kepler
- Kepler's commitment to sustainable growth and organic expansion
- The trade-off between rapid scaling and long-term sustainability in the gaming industry
- Kepler's vision for the future and their commitment to unique gaming experiences
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