Monetization: The Topic Everyone Avoids

This episode tackles the toughest topic in gaming: monetization. The team breaks down spending mindsets, whales vs free players, what they refuse to sell, how LTV really works, and why Early Access is critical for getting monetization right. Whether you spend or not, this conversation affects you. Fateless is a dynamic game studio founded by passionate content creators Simon Lockerby (Hellhades), Dan Francis (Phixion), and Hisham Saleh (Sham). Our mission is to create community-driven, immersive RPG Hero Collector games that emphasize player agency, storytelling, and strategic gameplay. Join us as we share our journey from concept to launch and beyond. Support the show