Candid conversations with veterans of all aspects of the business side of games. We firmly believe that great games from all developers need the support they deserve to succeed. This podcast exists to provide that support. IndieGameBusiness® is produced by The Powell Group, a video game consulting firm specializing in business development, marketing, and licensing. Our CEO has been in the industry for 20 years and closed countless publishing and licensing deals. The Powell Group monitors over 3,500 game developers and 750+ publishers.
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Nov 13, 2026 · 1:02:25
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Alex Sulman, Creative Director at Sulman Creative Ltd, to talk about something players can recognize almost instantly, even…
Oct 30, 2026 · 1:02:35
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Mart Gervacio, Founder of Tadhana, to tackle one of the biggest headaches in publishing: release management.Finishing your…
Oct 23, 2026 · 1:01:33
Apparently retirement wasn’t enough to keep Larry Kuperman away from Jay Powell.Larry “Nightdive” Kuperman, former VP of Business Development at Nightdive Studios, is back on…
Oct 16, 2026 · 1:04:34
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Benjamin Carcich, Founder of Valarin, Inc., to challenge the game industry’s obsession with process and productivity.Your…
Oct 9, 2026 · 1:01:38
Rob Carroll is back on IndieGameBusiness, but this time the conversation is very different.When Rob joined us previously, Roll Craft was building the studio and preparing for…
Oct 7, 2026 · 1:00:37
Join Raven Law for “Learning by Landmines: Pitfalls & Strategies for Publishing” Publishing a game is full of unexpected challenges, especially when you're launching across…
Oct 6, 2026 · 1:00:33
Join Tara Voelker for “Make Accessibility a Selling Point: Storefronts, Tags, and Discovery” Players need to know if they can play your game before they buy it. Tara breaks down…
Oct 5, 2026 · 1:00:46
Join Michael Brown for “Nobody Owes Your Game Attention – Why Good Games Still Fail” A great game isn’t enough if no one knows it exists. Michael explores why quality alone…
Oct 4, 2026 · 58:17
Join Larry Kuperman and Grover Wimberly IV for “Your Game Needs to Be Everywhere: Distribution Channels” Releasing on a single storefront is no longer the right strategy for many…
Oct 3, 2026 · 1:00:07
Join Alessandro Biollo, Nate Ahearn, and John Nguyen from Xsolla for “Multi Storefront Publishing” Publishing across multiple storefronts can open the door to more players, but…
Oct 2, 2026 · 43:31
The IndieGameBusiness Sessions: The Path from Storefront to Success is over, but there’s still plenty to talk about.Join Ash and INDIE for another After the Event as they sit…
Oct 2, 2026 · 57:23
Join Christian Allen for “It’s Time to Launch: Lessons in Building and Sustaining Momentum” Launching a game is only the beginning. Christian shares lessons from years of working…
Oct 1, 2026 · 1:01:08
Join Marco Polo Moraga for “Planning for Launch: Wishlists, Visibility, and Timing on Steam” Learn what wishlists actually tell you, which metrics matter, and why a high wishlist…
Sep 25, 2026 · 52:56
Join Jay Powell for another IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat, this time with Hugo Castro, CEO of BC Media Lab and co-founder of Gamacon. Jay and Hugo will sit down for a relaxed…
Sep 4, 2026 · 1:00:01
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Rafael Morgan, VP Partnerships at CrazyGames, to talk about why web gaming is becoming strategically important again for…
Aug 28, 2026 · 1:03:16
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Georgina Ovassapian, Founder of Winter Schloss Studios and developer of Night Shift: 1999, her first game.Georgina shares…
Aug 14, 2026 · 1:03:34
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Joe Dietsch, CEO, Creative Director, and Co-Founder of Wolf Haus Games. Joe shares his unconventional path into game…
Aug 8, 2026 · 1:01:50
Join Jay Powell for a special IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat with Julia da Silva Brito from Indie Hero. In this conversation, they’ll discuss the indie game industry, supporting…
Jul 31, 2026 · 1:04:31
In this IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat, Jay Powell sits down with Fedor van Herpen, Co-founder and Partnership Director at MeetToMatch, for a conversation about networking,…
Jul 31, 2026 · 1:00:08
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Charlie Brandick, Founder of Quetzal-Core Games, for an honest conversation about the realities of building a career in game…
Jul 10, 2026 · 1:07:09
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Darren Williams, Founder & CEO of MinMax Game Consulting, to explore a question every developer should ask: why do some…
Jun 26, 2026 · 1:05:20
Join us for an IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat with Guy Blomberg from Games Industry Gathering. In this conversation, we’ll discuss building communities within the games…
Jun 12, 2026 · 1:03:24
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Rob Carroll, CEO of Roll Craft, to break down what it really takes to start an indie game studio from the ground up. Rob…
Jun 5, 2026 · 1:04:36
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Mercedes Boberg, Sales Manager at Pragma and Firstlook, to break down how indie developers should approach working with…
Jun 4, 2026 · 1:00:51
Join Patrick Sweeney for “Working with Publishers: Lessons Learned from 3,000 Agreements” Publishing deals can be complex, and small misunderstandings can lead to big problems.…
Jun 3, 2026 · 1:00:11
Join Katherine Vildoso for “Building International Networks: Ambassador & Partnership Strategies” Expanding beyond local reach can be one of the biggest hurdles for growing…
Jun 2, 2026 · 57:19
Join Eline Muijres for “Your Publisher Is Still Judging You: How Trust Is Built, Lost, and Repaired in a Publishing Relationship” Signing a publishing deal isn’t the finish line,…
Jun 1, 2026 · 1:01:13
Join Jay Powell for “Finding the Right Publishing Partner for Your Game” Not every publisher will be the right match for your project, your goals, or your team. Jay breaks down…
May 31, 2026 · 58:28
Join Dmitry Martirosyan for “Publisher Relationships – What it Gives and What it Takes?” Working with publishers is a craft that goes far beyond signing a deal. Dmitry explores…
May 29, 2026 · 1:01:25
Starting a studio without industry experience can feel overwhelming, but it’s more common than you think. Alina walks through what it takes to build a game studio from the ground…
May 29, 2026 · 1:06:51
Join Mark and INDIE as they discuss the talks and insights shared during the May Deep Dive focused on building strong publishing partnerships. This post-event session will break…
May 28, 2026 · 58:27
Securing interest from a partner or investor is only the first step. Chelsea explains how corporate due diligence works in the U.S. and why some studios lose deals during the…
May 27, 2026 · 1:00:14
Join Meg Clarke for “I Love You But Your Pitch Sucks” – A tough title, but an honest one. Meg breaks down the common mistakes developers make when approaching investors, from…
May 22, 2026 · 1:05:55
Join us for a special IndieGameBusiness Fireside Chat with Ash Cason, Ian Wright, and April Stallings from Make-A-Wish. This conversation will focus on what’s happening with…
May 15, 2026 · 1:06:03
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Eleni Sagredos, Advertising Operations Strategist and growth marketing consultant who has worked with companies like Epic…
May 8, 2026 · 1:02:12
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Alexandre Amancio , Head of Studio at Studio Ellipsis, for a wide ranging conversation about the current state of the games…
Apr 17, 2026 · 1:02:30
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Romy Halfweeg, Business Development Manager at Poki, to break down how indie developers can succeed in the growing world of…
Apr 10, 2026 · 1:00:21
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Mike Straw, Executive Editor at Insider Gaming, to talk about the current state of games media and how the industry is being…
Mar 31, 2026 · 1:31:49
In this special Fireside Chat, Jay Powell and Mario Kroll sit down with longtime industry leader Larry Kuperman for a heartfelt farewell and reflection on an incredible 25 year…
Mar 13, 2026 · 1:05:32
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Jo from JoGameDev, the developer behind the tactical spell crafting roguelike Spellmasons. The game has sold over 60,000…
Mar 6, 2026 · 1:06:49
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Junae Benne, Marketing Journalist at Benne Media Solutions, to talk about why community is the foundation of successful…
Feb 27, 2026 · 54:18
Welcome to a new IndieGameBusiness segment: Fireside Chat. In this episode, Jay Powell sits down with Heather Chandler for a candid conversation about one of the biggest silent…
Feb 27, 2026 · 1:00:44
This talk focuses on the most common mistakes teams make when building a pitch and how to avoid them. Based on real experiences reviewing and producing game projects, it explores…
Feb 26, 2026 · 58:27
Join Jay and Ivan for an inside look at what publishers and investors really look for in a pitch deck. Drawing on their experience reviewing countless submissions, they’ll break…
Feb 25, 2026 · 1:00:14
Pitch decks shouldn’t feel like homework, they should feel like gameplay. In this session, I break down how indie developers can Gamify their pitch decks and design decks that…
Feb 24, 2026 · 59:32
In the current industry investment climate, every pitch needs to find an edge in order to succeed. In 'The Art of Pitching', Travis takes a look at pitching at a foundational,…
Feb 23, 2026 · 59:55
You'll discover essential strategies for successfully navigating the funding landscape. Learn how to craft compelling pitches tailored for government bodies and private…
Feb 21, 2026 · 58:34
All the time and effort spent honing your pitch has paid off and now a publisher has agreed to publish your game. Congratulations!! However, the next morning you receive an email…
Feb 20, 2026 · 57:26
Join Ash and Indie as they break down everything that happened at the recent IndieGameBusiness® Sessions: From Pitch to Partnership. In this post-event discussion, they’ll recap…
Feb 20, 2026 · 1:01:26
How do you pitch a culturally grounded game without getting pushed into clichés or “folklore tourism”? In this session I share practical ways to communicate the heart of your…
Feb 19, 2026 · 1:02:37
Join Jay Powell and Omar Khalil for a live pitch review session, where they’ll evaluate a game pitch in real time and share practical feedback, insights, and best practices.
Feb 6, 2026 · 1:06:40
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Jade King, Lead Features Editor at TheGamer, to talk about what every indie developer should understand about working with…
Jan 23, 2026 · 59:59
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Vadim Andreev, CEO and Co-Founder of Rokky, a PC game distribution platform focused on expanding how and where games reach…
Jan 16, 2026 · 1:05:36
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Kyle Blessing, Brand Manager at Apogee Entertainment. Kyle shares how his background as a content creator shaped his…
Jan 9, 2026 · 1:07:40
In this special live episode of IndieGameBusiness, Jay Powell, Founder and CEO of The Powell Group and IndieGameBusiness, is joined by Ash Cason to talk about what 2026 holds for…
Dec 19, 2025 · 59:23
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Nate Purkeypile, solo indie developer at Just Purkey Games. Nate shares what it’s really like to leave the AAA world and…
Dec 18, 2025 · 1:02:19
Most developer-publisher relationships don’t turn sour because of money; they suffer from miscommunication, misaligned expectations, or ignored crises. In this talk, we break…
Dec 17, 2025 · 1:01:28
I run x2line, a lean studio with 50M+ downloads across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android (including TV form factors), and the web. I’m the only full-time developer. I manage production,…
Dec 16, 2025 · 58:27
When game projects start slipping with missed milestones, scope creep, and fading morale, how do you get things back on track? This session presents a production first aid kit…
Dec 15, 2025 · 56:34
Playtesting doesn’t need to be expensive or overwhelming. This talk shares a simple process any small team can use to run regular 1 on 1 playtesting sessions. Learn how to find…
Dec 13, 2025 · 1:02:07
Successful games not only have a strong creative vision but are also highly acclaimed by players; this integration of player insights occurs throughout the entire development…
Dec 12, 2025 · 56:41
Game projects don’t get made in a straight line. In this session, we’ll explore how the producer’s role shifts across art, features, publishing, and external development—and why…
Dec 12, 2025 · 1:09:17
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Jess Feidt, Owner of Underwater Fire Games. Jess shares his journey from working on massive AAA franchises like Call of Duty…
Dec 11, 2025 · 1:05:30
Let's learn about game production tools! There are a lot of them out there, but which ones are right for my team size, game scope, and budget? We'll discuss industry standards,…
Dec 10, 2025 · 57:29
Most teams skip design documentation and pay for it later, in miscommunication, scope creep, and wasted development time. This session reveals how proper design docs streamline…
Nov 21, 2025 · 57:33
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Peter Kojesta, Founder of Exis Games. Peter shares how the publishing and funding landscape is evolving for indie developers…
Oct 31, 2025 · 58:38
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by April Stallings, Charitable Gaming Program Manager at Make-A-Wish International. April shares how the power of games is…
Oct 24, 2025 · 59:33
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Brad Hendricks, Founder and CEO of Blind Squirrel Games. Brad shares why globally distributed development is the foundation…
Oct 3, 2025 · 1:00:15
Join attorney and game developer Veda Cruz for an interactive session where legal pitfalls take center stage—in bingo form! Each square represents a sketchy but all-too-common…
Oct 3, 2025 · 57:19
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Alex Seropian, CEO and Founder of Look North World. Alex shares lessons learned from launching UEFN experiences with Hasbro,…
Oct 2, 2025 · 1:02:10
It’s time to ask traditional video game publishing - are you ok? While the rest of the industry seems to evolve overnight, publishing remains the same, despite clear areas of…
Oct 2, 2025 · 58:18
Juan Pablo Guzmán Fernández, CEO of Infinite Thread Games, shares his ongoing experience leading an indie studio. In this talk, he walks through the development of the games…
Oct 1, 2025 · 57:12
Dan is a co-founder of award-winning 'The Detective Society', a board games company based in London, UK. In this talk, hear about how his small side project has survived 5-years…
Sep 30, 2025 · 1:02:49
Game development costs are soaring to unprecedented heights, driven by the proliferation of new platforms, pandemic-fueled salary surges, shifting business models, and diverse…
Sep 29, 2025 · 58:58
Unlock the true power of a remote studio! Learn how to build strong teams, streamline workflows, and tackle challenges head-on. Through expert strategies and real lessons from…
Sep 28, 2025 · 1:00:46
Securing a publishing deal takes more than a 'cool' game idea. It requires evidence of a marketable game, an engaged audience, and a capable team. This talk explores how…
Sep 27, 2025 · 55:34
This session will include a wealth of trademark, copyright, and contract law basics that every indie developer or studio needs to know PLUS relevant legal updates affecting the…
Sep 26, 2025 · 56:55
It’s never too late to follow your passion but real life doesn't hit pause. This is the story of building our first indie game while juggling a full-time job, family life, and…
Sep 26, 2025 · 1:02:58
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness we’re joined by Julian Rice, Founder and CEO of Rice Games Inc, to talk about the long, challenging, and inspiring journey of bringing…
Sep 25, 2025 · 1:02:17
In the world of Free and Open Source Software, you don't owe any subscription fees, your work isn't fed into an AI, and your money can go where it matters - to your team and your…
Sep 24, 2025 · 1:00:27
Retention and productivity aren’t luck - they’re built. In this session, I'll break down how MLC Studio keeps a 98%+ retention rate and an award-winning team that's highly…
Sep 23, 2025 · 1:23:44
Pendragon Wachtel is an experience indie developer, publisher, and team founder. He has built titles from the ground up both with and without funding. In this session, we will…
Sep 22, 2025 · 1:01:28
Join Deloryan Hommers, CEO and founder of Studio Deloryan, as she shares how a personal hobby grew into an award-winning game studio. What started as a solo project, Horse…
Sep 20, 2025 · 1:01:28
It's 2025 and people are still trying to crowdfund their game? Yes, they are! The landscape has changed, along with an ever-changing social media space, so how important is…
Sep 19, 2025 · 57:28
Game development is tough, but shipping games can be tougher. These days, having a polished release with lots of options is bare minimum. If a game has obvious technical hiccups,…
Sep 5, 2025 · 59:51
In this episode, we’re joined by Fieldman Robinson, Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner at Vertical Voyage, to explore the intersection of games and transmedia storytelling. We…
Aug 15, 2025 · 1:01:48
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we sit down with Larry Kuperman, VP of Business Development at Nightdive Studios, to explore what it takes to survive and thrive in the…
Aug 8, 2025 · 59:25
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we sit down with Sam Striker, Co-Founder and CEO of Native Darkness, to unpack the journey of building immersive audio-first games and what…
Jun 13, 2025 · 1:03:44
In this episode we’re joined by Yves Le Yaouanq, Chief Content Officer at Focus Entertainment, for a deep dive into the current state of pitching, publishing, and investment in…
Jun 6, 2025 · 59:09
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Mike Gallagher, Founder of Untitled Advertising Lab, to talk about the evolving marketing landscape for indie studios. Mike…
May 30, 2025 · 1:01:37
In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we sit down with Joanie Kraut, CEO of Women in Games International (WIGI), to explore how the organization is building a more equitable and…
May 21, 2025 · 1:00:05
Join Omar for a presentation covering the essentials of pitching your video game to publishers. From structure and flow to the must-have elements of a winning pitch, this session…
May 20, 2025 · 59:43
Learn what it takes to make a standout trailer from four game trailer makers who come from the craft from different angles and work experience. The panel combines their…
May 19, 2025 · 1:00:22
Most gamers discover new titles through YouTube, Twitch and other social media platforms, but how do you get creators to talk about your game? This session breaks down actionable…
May 18, 2025 · 59:24
Marketing agency founder Michael Brown discusses the best way to optimize your marketing to ensure you get the maximum return on Steam Next Fest and the tips and tricks Vicarious…
May 17, 2025 · 58:10
Professor Jim Huntley of USC Games will present fundamental marketing strategies for interactive games, with a focus on indie games with limited budget sand resources, including…
May 16, 2025 · 1:00:35
Steam wishlists are one of the most powerful tools available to game developers. This session, we'll break down everything you need to know about wishlists: what they are, why…
May 15, 2025 · 59:19
Going Rogue dives into the power of throwing what you know out the window and focusing on the organic opportunities that come with community management to drive your marketing.…
May 14, 2025 · 59:51
Great marketing doesn't happen by accident—it starts with a solid plan. In this final session, Alyssa will outline how to craft a go-to-market strategy that aligns with your…
May 2, 2025 · 1:02:26
Join us for an engaging conversation with Jack Pattillo, Community Manager at Channel37, as he shares his journey from content creation to community management. After 15 years at…
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