two & a half gamers A Beginners Guide to Ad monetization: The Fundamentals by Felix Braberg
This episode of Two and a Half Gamers provides a comprehensive introduction to ad monetization in mobile gaming. Felix Braberg discusses key metrics such as ECPM, fill rate, and ad ARPDAU, explaining their importance in maximizing ad revenue.
The monologue delves into how ad networks operate, how they determine ECPM, and the various revenue models they employ. The episode also covers strategies for soft launching, selecting mediation platforms, and effectively scaling ad revenue.
Listeners gain insights into best practices for network selection and the significance of maintaining good relationships with ad network account managers.
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Panelists: Jakub Remiar, Felix Braberg, Matej Lancaric
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ad Monetization Metrics
02:57 Understanding ECPM and Fill Rate
05:46 Key Metrics: Ad ARPDAU and Engagement Rates
09:07 The Role of Ad Networks in Monetization
11:53 How Ad Networks Determine ECPM
15:08 Revenue Models of Ad Networks
17:53 Soft Launching and Impression Value
21:08 Choosing a Mediation Platform
23:57 Scaling Your Ad Revenue
27:07 Best Practices for Network Selection
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Matej Lancaric
User Acquisition & Creatives Consultant
https://lancaric.me
Felix Braberg
Ad monetization consultant
https://www.felixbraberg.com
Jakub Remiar
Game design consultant
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakubremiar
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Takeaways
Ad ARPDAU is crucial for tracking performance.
ECPM and fill rate together determine ad revenue.
Higher user engagement leads to increased ad revenue.
Ad networks connect advertisers with app users.
Understanding how networks determine ECPM is essential.
Ad networks charge margins and fees for services.
During soft launch, focus on ad viewer rates.
Choosing the right mediation platform impacts revenue.
Scaling ad revenue requires adding competitive networks.
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