Hexasort: Unpacking the $500k/day revenue success. A new era of casual & puzzle games!
two & a half gamers - A podcast by Lancaric.me
In this session, we delve into the success of Lion Studios' mobile game, Hexasort, discussing its gameplay mechanics, user engagement, and innovative ad monetization strategies. We explore how the game has evolved since its launch, its addictive nature, and its impact on the gaming market. The discussion also includes comparisons with other games and predictions for Hexasort's future in the competitive landscape of mobile gaming. Discussing innovative gameplay mechanics and ad integration strategies of the game Hexasort. We discuss how user experience is enhanced through clever segmentation and the impact of these strategies on revenue generation. 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/LPMT0DvKxd4 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 01:20 The Rise of Hexasort 03:00 Gameplay Mechanics and User Experience 07:00 Monetization Strategies and Engagement 12:01 Innovations in Gameplay and Ad Integration 16:42 Unlocking Game Mechanics 19:40 Level Design and Difficulty 21:01 Game Performance and Optimization 22:52 Ad Monetization Strategies 30:51 Innovative Ad Units and Revenue Generation 37:03 Estimating Ad Revenue and User Engagement 40:14 Analyzing Retention Strategies and Ad Lengths 43:54 Exploring User Acquisition Strategies 50:14 Evaluating Profitability and User Metrics 54:01 Scoring the Game's Performance and Innovations --------------------------------------- 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 Hexasort has become a significant player in mobile gaming. The game is highly addictive. Gameplay mechanics are designed for long sessions and strategic thinking. Ad monetization strategies are innovative and effective. The game has seen substantial growth in user engagement and revenue. Hexasort has set a new standard for hybrid-casual games. The game has inspired numerous clones and competitors in the market. Future trends indicate continued success for Hexasort and similar games. The integration of ads into gameplay can enhance user experience. User segmentation based on acquisition source is a game-changer. Hexasort generates significant daily revenue through innovative ad strategies. The design of levels supports seamless ad breaks without penalties. The game has a strong organic traffic presence due to effective ASO. Ad performance can significantly impact overall game revenue. --------------------------------------- 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
