Age of Empires Mobile: Nostalgia Meets Modern Gaming (ehm, modern 4X strategy games)
two & a half gamers - A podcast by Lancaric.me
This is no BS gaming podcast 2.5 gamers session. Sharing actionable insights, dropping knowledge from our day-to-day User Acquisition, Game Design, and Ad monetization jobs. We are definitely not discussing the latest industry news, but having so much fun! Let’s not forget this is a 4 a.m. conference discussion vibe, so let's not take it too seriously. Panelists: Jakub Remiar, Felix Braberg, Matej Lancaric Youtube: https://youtu.be/qP1EYgI95E4 Join our slack channel here: https://join.slack.com/t/two-and-half-gamers/shared_invite/zt-2o1689ww5-6xo82AVLQQI~IwHKvtps8Q Agenda 00:00 Epic intro 01:23 Introduction to Age of Empires and Nostalgia 02:59 The Impact of Tencent on Age of Empires 05:54 Gameplay Mechanics and Mini-Games 09:05 The Evolution of Strategy Elements 11:59 Integration of Vampire Survivors Mechanics 14:55 Balancing and Game Design Insights 17:50 The Absence of Zombies in Forex Games 17:58 Clan Dynamics and Player Retention 18:56 Understanding Forex Server Ecosystems 20:02 Monetization Strategies in Forex Games 21:07 Game Features and User Engagement 22:00 Hero Mechanics and Progression Systems 23:06 Streamlined User Interface in Forex Games 23:57 Revenue Insights and Market Performance 25:01 Nostalgia and Player Engagement in Game Design 40:11 The Future of Gaming IPs 44:00 Nostalgia in Game Design 49:02 The Impact of Marketing on Game Success 54:04 Evaluating Game Mechanics and User Acquisition --------------------------------------- Matej Lancaric User Acquisition & Creatives Consultant https://lancaric.me Felix Braberg Ad monetization consultant https://www.felixbraberg.com Jakub Remiar Game design consultant https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakubremiar --------------------------------------- Takeaways Age of Empires has a strong nostalgic value for many players. Tencent's involvement raises concerns about the game's direction. The mobile adaptation features polished graphics and gameplay Mini-games are a significant part of the new Age of Empires experience The game incorporates elements from popular titles like Vampire Survivors. Balancing gameplay is crucial for player engagement. The integration of different game mechanics can enhance player experience. Clan dynamics significantly influence player retention. 4X operates on multiple server shards, creating unique ecosystems. Hero mechanics add depth to gameplay and progression. Revenue insights reveal the financial success of Forex games. Nostalgia plays a crucial role in player engagement. The 4X genre is growing, attracting diverse players. Nostalgia plays a significant role in game design. The success of a game often hinges on its marketing strategy. IP deals can limit creative freedom in game development. Players are looking for innovation, not just remakes. The gaming market is highly competitive, with few players at the top. Understanding player preferences is key to game success. High production value does not guarantee player engagement. --------------------------------------- Please share the podcast with your industry friends, dogs & cats. Especially cats! They love it! Hit the Subscribe button on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple! Please share feedback and comments - [email protected] --------------------------------------- If you are interested in getting UA tips every week on Monday, visit lancaric.substack.com & sign up for the Brutally Honest newsletter by Matej Lancaric Latest article - https://open.substack.com/pub/lancaric/p/match-3d-ua-playbook-real-data-inside?r=7qqaf&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Do you have UA questions nobody can answer? Ask Matej AI - the First UA AI in the gaming industry! https://lancaric.me/matej-ai Felix Latest Article - https://www.felixbraberg.com/post/the-end-of-gam-and-admob-placement-refreshes
