

Navigating the Business of Indie Games with Dan Adelman
Sep 23, 2024
Dan Adelman, an indie gaming business guru with experience at Xbox and Nintendo, shares insights on the evolving landscape of indie games. He discusses his transition from corporate giant to independent advisor, and the importance of creativity paired with business acumen. Adelman highlights the impact of subscription models like Game Pass, and the challenges indie developers face in pricing and visibility. Drawing from his journey, he emphasizes the significance of strategic partnerships and community engagement to ensure success in the competitive gaming industry.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Navigating Creativity and Business in Indie Gaming
03:18 • 8min
A Journey of Language and Culture in Japan
11:13 • 22min
Exploring Roots and the Meaning of Home
33:33 • 2min
From Academia to Xbox: The Indie Evolution
35:30 • 22min
Indie Game Evolution at Nintendo
57:25 • 22min
The Impact of Corporate Decisions on Indie Game Dynamics
01:19:41 • 3min
Understanding Pricing Dynamics in Indie Game Development
01:23:06 • 3min
Navigating Competition and Value in Indie Game Pricing
01:25:56 • 4min
Impact of Subscription Models on Indie Games
01:30:20 • 9min
Navigating Indie Game Development Challenges
01:39:26 • 21min
Passion and Collaboration in Indie Gaming
02:00:19 • 20min
Navigating Indie Game Success
02:19:51 • 17min
Navigating the Indie Game Landscape
02:36:24 • 14min
Navigating Art Style and Audience Alignment in Game Design
02:50:43 • 3min
Navigating Indie Publishing Deals
02:53:30 • 10min