In this episode, Jens is joined by Dr Jeff Brand and IGEA CEO, Ron Curry, to unpack the latest Australia Plays report, now marking 20 years of tracking how the nation plays. Together, they explore what the data reveals about modern Australia: games as an intergenerational pastime, the rise of female players to 51%, and the powerful role games play in connection, wellbeing, and digital literacy. From cosy games to family bonding to the uniquely Australian flavour of our homegrown titles,...
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In this episode, Jens is joined by Dr Jeff Brand and IGEA CEO, Ron Curry, to unpack the latest Australia Plays report, now marking 20 years of tracking how the nation plays. Together, they explore what the data reveals about modern Australia: games as an intergenerational pastime, the rise of female players to 51%, and the powerful role games play in connection, wellbeing, and digital literacy. From cosy games to family bonding to the uniquely Australian flavour of our homegrown titles,...
In this episode, Jens is joined by Dr Jeff Brand and IGEA CEO, Ron Curry, to unpack the latest Australia Plays report, now marking 20 years of tracking how the nation plays. Together, they explore what the data reveals about modern Australia: games as an intergenerational pastime, the rise of female players to 51%, and the powerful role games play in connection, wellbeing, and digital literacy. From cosy games to family bonding to the uniquely Australian flavour of our homegrown titles,...
In this episode, Jens and Andy speak with Scott Reismanis (Mod.io) and Monty Martin (Space Cadet Studios) about the explosive growth of user-generated content (UGC) in games. They unpack how platforms like Roblox, Fortnite, and mod.io's tools have turned players into creators, why UGC is now driving engagement, revenue and game longevity, and what this shift means for studios, publishers and developers. From modding communities to full creator economies, this episode explores how UGC has mov...
In this episode of Game Wise, Jens and Andy sit down with Chris Wright (Fellow Traveller) and Tomas Rossel (Spawn Ventures) to explore what publishers and venture capitalists look for in game developers. Chris shares insights on the publishing side — from why niche focus matters to how early signals like wishlists and social buzz shape decisions. Tomas explains the VC perspective, highlighting the importance of the team, long-term vision, and how investors spread risk across multiple studios....
In this episode, hosts Jens and his co-host Andy chat with Manea Castet, Head of Studio at Gameloft Brisbane, and Joe Donoghue, CEO & Co-founder of The Three Thousands, about what makes Australian game development unique. Together they reflect on the country’s vibrant indie scene, world-class creativity, and the “can-do” culture that drives fun, engaging games. They also dive into the challenges of distance from global hubs, attracting and retaining senior talent, and the path from indie ...
In this episode, Jens and his co-host Andy chat to Emmanuel “Manu” Rosier, Director of Market Intelligence at Newzoo, to unpack the latest trends from Newzoo’s PC and Console Gaming Report. From the stickiness of legacy titles to the discoverability challenges facing new games, Manu offers a data-rich yet accessible look at what’s shaping player behaviour, market saturation, and platform dynamics in 2025. Hear why older games are dominating playtime, what the rise of co-op and cosy genres say...
In this podcast, Jens from IGEA and his co-host, Andy from GameGlass, dive into the world of game marketing. They explore the critical role of marketing in the games industry, featuring insights from industry experts Kate Hall (PlayIndies), Michal Napora (32-33), and Jonny Roses (PlaySide Studios). Discover how to navigate the challenges of marketing for both large studios and indie developers. Learn about the importance of hooks, building a community, and leveraging social media platforms li...
In this episode, Jens is joined by Dr Jeff Brand and IGEA CEO, Ron Curry, to unpack the latest Australia Plays report, now marking 20 years of tracking how the nation plays. Together, they explore what the data reveals about modern Australia: games as an intergenerational pastime, the rise of female players to 51%, and the powerful role games play in connection, wellbeing, and digital literacy. From cosy games to family bonding to the uniquely Australian flavour of our homegrown titles,...
