Craig Chapple

Craig Chapple, a mobile games industry commentator, Paige Cook, an expert analyst on trends, and Aaron Astle, a contributor focused on the latest developments, discuss Playtika's staggering $1.95 billion acquisition of SuperPlay. They shed light on the secretive yet lucrative world of WeChat Minigames, revealing how it generated $2.3 billion in just the first half of 2024. The trio also analyzes the shifting landscape of mobile gaming and why companies are moving away from traditional gaming models.

Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, and Paige Cook from PocketGamer.biz delve into the standout trends from Gamescom 2024. They discuss Apple’s new policies in response to regulatory pressure and how this impacts the mobile gaming landscape. The excitement surrounding the exclusive reveal of Monument Valley 3 for Netflix is palpable. There’s also a spotlight on the rise of Eastern game developers and the evolving revenue trends, particularly the backlash against the 30% revenue share model. Insights into new game features like rewarded ads in Monopoly Go add to the conversation.

Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, Paige Cook, and Aaron Astle from PocketGamer.biz delve into the latest buzz in mobile gaming. They explore the mobile games market's resurgence and Nazara’s $100m investment strategy. A particularly hot topic is Turkey’s ban on Roblox, igniting discussions about industry repercussions. Daniel humorously vents about Beetlejuice's Roblox tie-in, while the group reminisces about early gaming experiences and the evolving landscape of mobile titles. Expect insights on mergers, AI in game development, and the future of beloved franchises.

Guests Craig Chapple, Paige Cook, and Aaron Astle from PocketGamer.biz discuss Monopoly Go becoming a board game, the future of B2B games media, and the closure of Axis Studios. They also explore investments in gaming companies, AI applications, iPad support for Delta emulator, and the importance of B2B journalism in the mobile games industry.

Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, and Paige Cook discuss surviving in the mobile games industry till 2025. They cover key insights from the Develop: Brighton conference, web3 gaming, game development strategies, top mobile game earners in June, and success stories like Wuthering Braves. The podcast also touches on challenges, partnerships, industry trends, and the importance of player feedback for game improvements.

Experts from PocketGamer.biz discuss the EU potentially fining Apple, the history and future of mobile games industry, including AR-VR developments, acquisitions, top downloaded games in Japan, and Major Nelson's move to Unity.

Experts from PocketGamer.biz discuss Netflix's gaming division shakeup, campaign against sexist ads in user acquisition, Apple's ChatGPT integration, and iOS updates. They also cover Monster Hunter, upcoming events, Xbox handheld possibility, game development updates, acquisitions, and Zenless Zone Zero's impressive pre-registrations.

Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, Paige Cook, and Aaron Astle from PocketGamer.biz discuss the Star Wars: Hunters launch by Zynga, the challenges of mobile MOBAs in the West, and rumors about Microsoft's Xbox handheld. They also touch on AppsFlyer's potential IPO and growth, insights into the mobile game industry, recent layoffs at Dead by Daylight developer Interactive, and a new match-three game featuring Monster Hunter cats.

Industry experts Brian Baglow, Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, and Paige Cook discuss the global launch of Supercell's Squad Busters, compare Steam's discoverability with Apple and Google, and debate the potential success of YouTube Playables in the mobile games industry.

Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, and Aaron Astle discuss Supercell's global launch of Squad Busters, Embracer Group's split into new companies, TikTok ban, and Apple's Vision Pro struggles. They also touch on tech monetization, TikTok controversies, and game development success, while exploring fostering collaboration in gaming companies and financial restructuring challenges.