[Ep546] Does Google Play Pass make mobile viable for Indies?

Game Dev Podcast | Coffee with Butterscotch

In episode 546 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers talk about the power of in-person events like PAX East to recharge creativity and connect indie developers. They share insights from Google Play Pass and how subscription models have reshaped the indie ecosystem. It’s a deep dive into how indies stay inventive, connected and just unhinged enough to keep making games people love.

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00:00 Cold Open
00:31 Introduction and Welcome
01:59 The Importance of In-Person Events for Game Developers
04:45 Planning for PAX East and Team Dynamics
07:52 Insights from Past Events and Industry Trends
10:46 Game Development Updates and New Features
16:06 (Listener Question) Exploring the Impact of Subscription Services on Game Sales
20:09 Forecasting Sales and Market Dynamics
24:22 Navigating Platform Challenges: Apple Arcade vs. Google Play Pass
27:22 The Shifting Landscape of Game Development and Distribution
30:52 (Listener Question) The Role of Subscription Services in Indie Game Success
43:17 Overcoming Bottlenecks in Game Production
45:06 Balancing Customization and Standardization
49:25 The Evolution of Development Tools
58:59 Lessons Learned from Crashlands 2

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