Laura Taranto
Puzzle-product specialist and returning guest on the show who provides product-level analysis and design commentary, here speaking about Match Squad and market nuances.
Top 5 podcasts with Laura Taranto
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16 snips
Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 1min
Township Deconstructed: The Secrets to Its Multi-Billion Strategy
Laura Taranto, an expert in the mobile gaming industry, and Jen Donahoe deep dive into Playrix's Township, discussing its evolution into a multi-billion dollar success. They analyze the game's revenue growth, innovative gameplay mechanics, level design strategies, social elements, and inclusive gaming trends. The podcast offers valuable insights into the competitive dynamics in successful games.
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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 2min
TWIG #352 EU Regulations, Epic Shops, and the AI Slop Machine Is this goof?
Laura Taranto, a puzzle-product specialist, returns to provide deep insights on Match Squad's gameplay and the intricacies of the market. Josh Chandley, a performance marketing expert, dives into the SEC probe facing AppLovin and its impact on ad tech. They discuss the ramifications of the EU's regulations on free-to-play games, the excitement around Epic's new web shops, and the booming gaming scene in Istanbul. The conversation wraps up with critical thoughts on AI's potential pitfalls, highlighting the necessity for human oversight in tech-driven creativity.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 59min
TWIG #274 THE GDC SPECIAL
The podcast crew discusses the chaos in San Francisco, Netflix Games confusion, Turkish subsidies for game companies, and Supercell's PR move. They explore the shift in audience at gaming events, challenges in gaming industry strategies, maximizing revenue in game development, government incentives for game developers in Turkey, and navigating strategic communication challenges in the gaming industry.
Jan 25, 2024 • 1h 1min
TWIG #267 Apple vs. Epic / Palworld vs. Pokemon
Eric Kress, Jen Donahoe, Philip Black, and Laura Taranto discuss the implications of the Epic v. Apple case, the freedom for developers to push iOS players into web shops, and the potential impact on the gaming industry. They also dive into the success of Palworld, explore the decline of Embark, and give advice on transitioning to PC and console gaming in the post-IDFA era.
Dec 7, 2023 • 1h 4min
TWIG #261 Reacting to GTA VI 🚗 🔫
The hosts discuss the GTA 6 trailer, recap their experience at Slush, predict the console gaming market in 2024, and explore the latest Forza and Chrome Valley Customs. They also discuss the threats to the gaming industry, the performance of Star Field, and express disappointment with Forza Customs.
