Joost van Dreunen

Joost van Dreunen, CEO of Aldora and an NYU adjunct professor, dives into Netflix's evolving strategy in gaming. He discusses the significance of hiring industry veterans like Alain Tascan and how this shift impacts user engagement. The conversation also touches on the challenges legacy media faces when entering gaming, emphasizing the New York Times' success with games. Joost explores monetization trends across gaming and streaming, shedding light on the need for innovative strategies in this competitive landscape.

Joost van Dreunen, CEO of Aldora and an expert in video game market trends, discusses the exciting shift from traditional consoles to cloud streaming. He explores how this technology is enhancing gaming accessibility while highlighting challenges like streaming quality. Van Dreunen compares the gaming transformation to the evolution of movies and television, emphasizing the need for quality content. He also critiques the struggles of traditional gaming strategies, advocating for digital distribution to broaden consumer access in a competitive $5 to $8 billion market.