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China Has Already Won Mobile Gaming (Western Devs Don’t Know It Yet) | Jakub Remiar
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Today, I’m joined by Jakub Remiar, Mobile F2P monetisation consultant and veteran game designer, for a deep dive into the future of the mobile games industry. From why China is dominating mobile game design and monetisation to how user acquisition became the real battleground, this episode breaks down the uncomfortable realities behind today’s biggest games.
Jakub explains why “monetisation is game design,” how Chinese studios outscale Western teams, why most mobile studios fail, and what actually separates breakout hits from copycats.
If you work in gaming, product, monetisation, or are building a mobile game studio, this episode is for you!
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