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EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 49 MIN

Ep 459 - What Players Really Want From Games with Michael Tsarouhas

from Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games. · host RenGen Media

Game developers spend years trying to make their games fun, but the answer to finding the fun for players may have less to do with mechanics and more about how players actually feel. In this episode, we explore what fulfillment actually means from both the player's and developer's perspective, and how design decisions influence that experience. We'll discuss everything from progression systems to player motivation, and the tradeoffs teams face when balancing business goals with meaningful player experiences. The difference might be smaller than you think, and more impactful than you'd expect. Episode Shownotes Link: https://rengenmarketing.com/459

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