E35 How to Create a Reliable Game Roadmap: Managing Uncertainty, Risk, and Team Readiness

The truth is, most people underestimate how long a task will take. This is especially true in game dev, where new developments and problems are inevitable even with the guidance of a roadmap.   During this episode, the hosts of Building Better Games dive into the misuse of roadmaps and 5 key areas leaders should focus on more. We discuss prioritization, rate of discovery, managing expectations of key stakeholders, blindspots like team readiness and more.   Our tips will help producers better strategize their planning, create reliable roadmaps, communicate with their teams and keep them engaged in the process.   To learn how to adapt to change and incorporate uncertainty into your roadmap, tune in now!   Topics discussed in this episode: - The obscurity of roadmaps  - The value of having a roadmap and how it’s misused - Updating your plan and clueing in the team - Evaluating team readiness and risks - Common planning mistakes - Adapting to the discovery of new work - Why prioritization is such an important tool - How to manage expectations of stakeholders - The role of producers in team engagement   Sign up for the Building Better Games Newsletter for monthly tips to help you lead game teams! https://buildingbettergames.gg/newsletter/   Check out our website: https://buildingbettergames.gg/   If you’ve enjoyed this episode and wonder if we could help your studio or company out, email us at [email protected] to set up a free 90-minute call!   For more episodes, head to the Building Better Games Podlink https://www.pod.link/1559448378   Connect with us: https://www.tiktok.com/@building_better_games https://www.instagram.com/building_better_games/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/valarin-inc/ This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com   Content Producer: Ben Chadfield