Deconstructor of Fun

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In a recent episode of the Deconstructor of Fun podcast, Daniel and Mishka share a wealth of fresh insights and tactical strategies for sustainable growth, diving into the key trends shaping gaming and apps in 2024. Seven Trends Redefining 2024 1. Here’s a snapshot of the notable shifts in the industry right now.

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PreMortem.Games

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

With the success rate of the new games released drastically low, one can’t help but ask two questions: When releasing a game in 2024, which genre should I choose to make the most of it? Specific “Match 3D” mechanics make it problematic to add any other twists to the gameplay, since ,if players have enough time, they can complete any level.

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 12, 2024

The AppMagic Hypercasual games recap for the second quarter of 2024 unveils some interesting information about this specific part of the mobile games market. General Market Trends Compared to Q1 2024, the market has shifted down by 11%, amassing 3.38B installs. (a Now, let’s turn to the newbies at the top.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 16, 2025

Prediction #4 Hybrid Casual: The Future of Casual Gaming Hybrid-casual has become the mobile gaming buzzword of 2024, though it remains hard to define. A standout example is Hexa Sort by Lion Studios, where players place tiles to create matches. Given its mechanics, some might argue Hexa Sort is simply a casual game.

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Deconstructor of Fun

AUGUST 19, 2024

The game makes use of rewarded video ads, which most likely contribute around 15-20% on top of IAP, which then puts us around a daily average of $535.000 (using July 2024 revenue as a base). This success translates to an astounding $195 million annual run rate, making Gossip Harbor a clear standout case worth studying.

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