Leveling up in real life takes more than just discipline, passion and trying to level up others, it takes smart design.

In this episode, we explore how game design principles can help us, devs and creators, develop practical life skills, reframe personal challenges, and even learn more effectively from that process. To today, we’re going unpack how instructional design and narrative systems, can turn real-world friction into real momentum.


Episode Shownotes Link: https://rengenmarketing.com/407

Indie devs often wear too many hats, making it hard to give each area, like production, marketing, and community the attention it deserves. But what happens when you're stretched too thin? How does that affect your game, your message, and the trust you've built with players?

In today’s discussion, we’ll look at the real-world challenges of running indie projects balancing chaos and creativity by exploring how teams can better align development and communication using practical systems that support both teammates and players.

Episode Shownotes Link: https://rengenmarketing.com/406

Many developers dream of going viral, but few understand what it actually takes to get there. While focusing on virality isn’t everything, it can help build momentum.

So today, we’re going to talk about how to identify, shape, and publish games with viral potential, all without chasing trends or sacrificing originality, by learning what early signals to look for and how smart marketing can fuel breakout momentum.

Episode Shownotes Link: https://rengenmarketing.com/405