The Game Business Show
Christopher Dring hosts interviews, in-depth analysis and special features on what's truly going on in the video games industry. www.thegamebusiness.com
Latest episodes
Jun 26, 2025 • 57min
“We need our studios to believe they can grow again” – Ukie
In this week's edition of The Game Business Show, we speak with the CEO of Ukie, that's the UK games industry trade body, about the investment the UK Government is putting into games. Chris and guest host George Osborn from the Video Games Industry Memo discuss the news, plus we dive into the performances of some big games of June, including MindsEye, Splitgate 2, Rematch, Dune Awakening and Peak. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
Jun 24, 2025 • 20min
How Hitman Absolution’s wasteful toilets taught IO Interactive to make sustainable AAA games
In this week's episode of The Game Business Show, Chris speaks to IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak to talk James Bond, Hitman, Nintendo Switch 2 and working with Build A Rocket Boy on MindsEye. We dive into the studio's prudent approach to making AAA single-player games, and we get some hints on how the team will develop 007 First Light in a similar way to Hitman. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
Jun 19, 2025 • 1h
It was the biggest console launch of all time, but was Nintendo Switch 2 a success for third-parties?
This week on The Game Business Show, Chris is joined by Post Games founder and host Chris Plante to discuss his new venture. We also share new market data for Nintendo Switch 2 around third-party games, we analyse the viewer numbers for Summer Game Fest, plus review some of the biggest stories from the past week. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
Jun 17, 2025 • 28min
What hope does Twitch have in a TikTok world?
This week's episode of The Game Business Show was recorded in front of a live audience, and it is with Twitch CEO Dan Clancy, who discussed monetisation, the future of streaming in a TikTok world, the popularity of GTA on the service, the rise of mobile, and why they've ended exclusivity contracts with streamers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
Jun 12, 2025 • 44min
“Oh my God, Darth Vader said f***” – Will AI transform movie and TV tie-ins?
During The Game Business Live, we held a panel featuring Wizards of the Coast president John Hight, Netflix Games general manager Lisa Burgess and AGBO's games boss Pete Wanat to discuss the way video games collaborate with TV shows, movies and other entertainment products such as D&D. We discussed everything from Peppa Pig to a swearing Darth Vader. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
Jun 9, 2025 • 23min
The Xbox handheld may not do huge numbers. But that's not the point
In this week's episode of The Game Business Show, Chris goes hands-on with the new ROG Xbox Ally X and discusses why it might prove lucrative even if the sales numbers aren't huge. He speaks to IO Interactive's Hakan Abrak to discuss the new James Bond game 007 First Light. And we chat Nintendo Switch 2 sales figures. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
Jun 5, 2025 • 28min
Epic's Tim Sweeney: "We can build an economy that's bigger and better than the one in Roblox"
Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games and visionary behind Fortnite, dives into the future of gaming and AI. He discusses the competitive edge of the Epic Games Store against giants like Steam. Sweeney emphasizes ethical data usage for AI training and the potential for monetization strategies in building player trust. The conversation also touches on Fortnite's comeback on iOS and its role in fostering community engagement. Additionally, he shares insights on empowering smaller dev teams and the evolving landscape of user-generated content.
Jun 3, 2025 • 18min
Unity is making a video game, and it’s out this week on Nintendo Switch 2
This week on The Game Business Show, Christopher Dring speaks with Unity's Andrew Dennison and Konami's Richard Jones about the return of Survival Kids, the first game ever fully developed by Unity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
May 29, 2025 • 19min
Is Mario Kart a good game to launch a console?
In today's episode of The Game Business Show, Chris discusses whether Mario Kart is enough to drive Switch 2 momentum by itself. Plus, we give our view on the EA closing Cliffhanger Games and cancelling that Black Panther project This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com
May 27, 2025 • 36min
This Ubisoft boss believes shorter, story games can counter the industry’s retention obsession
Lisa Opie, Managing Director at Ubisoft Reflections and former BBC executive, shares her insights on the gaming industry. She discusses the striking contrasts between gaming and television, emphasizing the significance of narrative in engaging players. Opie advocates for the development of soft skills in young professionals, particularly Gen Z, and the need for educational reforms. She also touches on government support for the UK gaming sector and envisions a future where shorter, story-driven games offer fresh experiences for players.
