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Hey, Good Game

Will Sudoku ever be stopped?

Mar 12, 2024
Jeff Widderich, President of Syndicated Puzzles, discusses the importance of spatial thinking, the competitive nature of puzzles, and the potential for multi-solution puzzles in the puzzle industry. He emphasizes creativity in puzzle design, the struggle to break through in the game industry, and offers insights on the Sudoku industry. Widderich also expresses the need for new energy and innovation in the puzzle market.
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  • Importance of spatial thinking in game design highlighted by Jeff Widderich.
  • Innovation and competitive nature crucial for puzzle industry growth according to Widderich.

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Jeff Wooderich's Negotiation with Investors

Jeff Wooderich entered a negotiation with investors seeking $50,000 but ended up securing $150,000 after intense back-and-forth discussions. The investors kept raising the price initially proposed, illustrating the negotiation process's challenges.

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