522 episodes

Deconstructor of Fun podcast is created by games professionals for games professionals. We explore the business side of the games industry with the goal of bringing listeners content that is relevant, insightful, and entertaining on a weekly basis.

Hosts:
Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff https://www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/
Eric Kress @ekress https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/
Laura Taranto @laurataranto https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/
Phillip Black @econosopher https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/
Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferd

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Deconstructor of Fun podcast is created by games professionals for games professionals. We explore the business side of the games industry with the goal of bringing listeners content that is relevant, insightful, and entertaining on a weekly basis.

Hosts:
Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff https://www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/
Eric Kress @ekress https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/
Laura Taranto @laurataranto https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/
Phillip Black @econosopher https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/
Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferd

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deconstructoroffun/support

    The Intricacies of Venture Capital Investments with Joakim Achren, F4 Fund

    The Intricacies of Venture Capital Investments with Joakim Achren, F4 Fund

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    Joakim is a seasoned entrepreneur (Next Games) turned venture capitalist (F4 Fund).

    In this conversation Joakim provides valuable insights into the intricacies of venture capital investments, emphasizing the importance of innovation, adaptability, and strategic planning for startups aiming to thrive in the competitive gaming industry.

    F4 Fund
    https://f4.fund

    Joakim’s book, Long Term Game: How To Build A Video Games Company
    https://www.amazon.com/Long-Term-Game-Build-Company/dp/952942874X


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    • 1 hr 21 min
    TWIG #273 Istanbul Recap, Embracer sells Saber, Epic's on iOS in EU

    TWIG #273 Istanbul Recap, Embracer sells Saber, Epic's on iOS in EU

    The cast recaps the 3rd annual Think Games Istanbul Summit hosted by Google and Deconstructor of Fun. See the link below to register and watch the recorded sessions. The team tackles new news from Epic being allowed on iOS in the EU to Discord's new game SDK to the state of startups in Finland. Also, the cast appears on a data.ai state of mobile webinar. Check it out here https://go.data.ai/state-of-mobile-gaming-webinar-2024/



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    Event links

    Think Games Istanbul:

    https://adsonair.withgoogle.com/events/think-games-istanbul-2024

    Jen's GDC roundtable

    https://schedule.gdconf.com/session/lgbtq-executive-and-entrepreneurship-and-allies-roundtable/903078



    Hosts:

    Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/⁠⁠

    Eric Kress @ekress ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/⁠⁠

    Laura Taranto @laurataranto ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/⁠⁠

    Phillip Black @econosopher ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/⁠⁠

    Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdonahoe/


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    • 57 min
    Industry Turmoil and Opportunities Ahead with Goldman Sachs and Lightspeed Venture Partners

    Industry Turmoil and Opportunities Ahead with Goldman Sachs and Lightspeed Venture Partners

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    Hemal Thaker
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/thakerhemal/

    Moritz Baier-Lentz
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/moritzbaierlentz/

    In this eye-opening podcast, industry insiders Hemal and Moritz provide candid insights into the current state of the gaming industry, discussing market challenges, the impact of layoffs, the dynamics of venture capital and publisher models, the potential of Web 3, the role of AI, and predictions for the future.

    From navigating downturns to seizing emerging opportunities, this conversation offers valuable advice for founders and executives alike, shedding light on the realities of the gaming landscape while inspiring optimism for the road ahead.


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    • 1 hr 28 min
    Crucial Remote Work Strategies with Andy Duthie, Executive Producer at My.Games

    Crucial Remote Work Strategies with Andy Duthie, Executive Producer at My.Games

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    Andy Duthie, Executive Producer of a soaring title HAWKED, joins the podcast to peel back the curtain on remote team management and offer his playbook on how to make remote work work and projects of all sizes and scopes. 

    Andy Duthie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyduthie/


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    • 1 hr 27 min
    TWIG #272 Is Apple Arcade Rotten? Unity's new transparency

    TWIG #272 Is Apple Arcade Rotten? Unity's new transparency

    Jen, Kress, Laura, and Phil continue with the food puns analogies and decide if Apple Arcade is rotting after a mobilegamer.biz article. Also, the cast praises Unity for its newfound transparency, hits some of the Nintendo Direct Highlights (which aren't that high), keeps taking layoffs, and uncovers Playtika’s new strategy.



    Apply to join the Slack Community.

    https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/slack



    Event links to apply or register:

    Think Games Istanbul:

    https://adsonair.withgoogle.com/events/think-games-istanbul-2024

    GDC Beta Hat & DoF Pre-Game Party March 17 - ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceighlzx-X0Khv2NMmJom29dtWhAsEpros-1xhBCNQfIqqAA/viewform⁠

    Xsolla, DoF, Mattel Party March 19: https://events.xsolla.com/gamenightgdc2024

    DoF, AppsFlyer, Data.ai Brunch March 19: http://dataai-gdc-brunch.splashthat.com/DoF



    Hosts:

    Michail Katkoff @mkatkoff ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michailkatkoff/⁠

    Eric Kress @ekress ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/erickress/⁠

    Laura Taranto @laurataranto ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/laurataranto/⁠

    Phillip Black @econosopher ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-black-economist/⁠

    Jen Donahoe @Jen_Donahoe ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferd⁠


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    • 1 hr 9 min
    Insights from Building (& Exiting) Three Companies with Paul Gouge, Founder of Fourth Star

    Insights from Building (& Exiting) Three Companies with Paul Gouge, Founder of Fourth Star

    Join us in Istanbul:

    https://adsonair.withgoogle.com/events/think-games-istanbul-2024

    Paul Gouge is one of the best founders in the industry. He has built three companies over the past two decades. These companies have not only made fantastic games but have also been acquired four times, with Playdemic, being bought first by Warner Brothers and then by EA under Paul’s leadership.

    In this episode, Paul talks about his fourth company, Fourth Star. And how that is the culmination of all his learnings to date. 


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    • 1 hr 24 min

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Was an avid listener ….

I love the information and banter between hosts . They all have different perspectives and a unique contribution to the games industry . However, I just can’t stand listening to Eric belittle his hosts . It is just annoying and his arrogance is exhausting . If he is on the show I have to skip .

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