Evo Gaming #466 - Article Deep Dive - The Hidden Cost Of Leadership In Games
Today's episode is hosted by Elliot Tripp and they are joined on the podcast by Victoria Yurchenko, Art Operations Manager at Playtika, Atilla Kabakcıoğlu, Senior Project Manager at Athena Studio. The conversation explores the hidden costs of leadership in the games industry, examining the responsibilities, pressures and challenges that come with managing creative teams and delivering successful projects. It considers how leadership decisions influence game development workflows, team performance and the balance between creative ambition and operational efficiency. The exchange highlights the wider demands of gaming industry leadership, from coordinating multidisciplinary teams to managing production schedules and maintaining quality in a competitive market. It also considers the importance of communication, collaboration and effective project management in supporting sustainable game development. By looking at the organisational and human factors behind leadership, the discussion offers a broader perspective on what it takes to guide teams through complex production environments while navigating competing priorities and expectations.
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2 Oct 2026
Evo Gaming #465 - The Visibility Advantage with Adnaan Ebrahim at Wooga
Today's episode is hosted by Paul Hackett and they are joined on the podcast by Adnaan Ebrahim, Game Director - New Games at Wooga. The conversation explores the visibility advantage in gaming and how clear thinking around game development, creative direction and player engagement can support the development of compelling experiences. The exchange highlights themes around mobile games, game design, new game development and the wider gaming industry. It considers how visibility can connect with product development, creative strategy and audience awareness while examining broader approaches to building and evolving games in a competitive market. The discussion also touches on gaming leadership, player experience, development processes and the changing demands of the video game industry. These insights provide useful context for professionals interested in game development, mobile gaming, game design and emerging approaches to creating engaging digital entertainment.
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30 Sept 2026
Evo Gaming #464 - Vision Vs Narrative In Games
Today's episode is hosted by William Thompson and they are joined on the podcast by Kenny Shea Dinkin, Creative Consultant | Creative Leadership, Product And Game Design at CitizenKenny Consulting. The conversation explores vision in games and how creative direction, product thinking and game design principles influence the development of engaging interactive experiences. The exchange highlights the relationship between creative vision, player expectations and the evolving landscape of the gaming industry.The discussion covers the importance of narrative design, creative leadership and strategic approaches to building memorable games. It also explores how teams can align ideas, innovation and execution to create stronger gaming experiences. The conversation provides insights into game development, storytelling techniques and the role of creative consultancy in shaping future projects.
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