WN Growth Summit on May 29, 2025 in Limassol, Cyprus

 

Roundtable Discussions (Choose One from the List Below)

A roundtable is a dynamic and open conversation where top managers and founders freely share their experiences in a completely confidential setting. The goal is to exchange ideas — both success stories to inspire others, and mistakes so no one has to repeat them. It’s about fostering an insightful dialogue that benefits everyone involved.

The Next Big Thing: How to Make Money in the Gaming Industry in the Next Two Years. 

📌DESCRIPTION:

The gaming industry is evolving at high speed, and old playbooks are quickly losing relevance.

— Traditional monetization models are under pressure from platform policies and player fatigue

— User acquisition costs are rising while targeting precision drops

— Web3, AI, UGC, and new platforms promise growth — but many bets don’t pay off

— Studios are stretched thin between building for today and planning for tomorrow

— And the biggest risk: chasing trends that never turn into revenue

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:

— What signals help you spot a real opportunity before it becomes mainstream?

— How do you balance innovation with financial stability?

— Is it worth building for Web3, UGC, or spatial computing today — or is it still too early?

— What new business models are quietly gaining traction?

— Which markets and genres show the strongest short-term potential?

— What are the biggest mistakes teams make when trying to pivot toward “the next big thing”?

😊WHO'S IT FOR:

Founders, executives, product and growth leads who are actively seeking the next revenue engine — and want to place smart, informed bets without chasing hype.

 

In-House vs Outsourcing vs AI: Where Are the Creatives Born That Actually Perform?

📌DESCRIPTION:

Creatives still play a key role in performance marketing, but the market has become tougher and less predictable.

— Successful concepts are copied within hours, especially by Chinese teams

— Outsourcing often delivers inconsistent quality and tends to stick to templates

— Playables require precision and flexibility, making external partnerships challenging

— The role of AI is growing, but few have figured out how to integrate it effectively into their pipeline

— And the most painful part: you can spend thousands of dollars creating a creative and not even get $1K in return.

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:

— Where do you find ideas that don’t get instantly copied by everyone?

— How do you scale production without losing control?

— Can AI truly replace a creative team?

— Which approach delivers the best results today: an internal team, a reliable pool of partners, or a hybrid model?

— Is it still worth producing dozens of variations when testing capacity is limited?

— What KPIs should a creative team have?

😊WHO'S IT FOR:

CMOs, UA leads, creative producers, and founders who want to find a more effective model for producing and testing creatives.

Maximizing Game Revenue: Web Payments, Working with Whales, and Other Monetization Strategies. 

📌DESCRIPTION:

With rising user acquisition costs and tightening platform restrictions, finding smarter ways to monetize is more critical than ever.

— Web-based payments are helping studios reduce reliance on app stores and boost margins

— High-value players (whales) still drive a large share of revenue — but identifying and engaging them requires precision

— Personalization is key, but balancing it with fair and ethical design is tricky

— Data-driven monetization opens opportunities — and new risks

— The biggest gains often come not from bold moves, but from better execution on underused tactics.

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:

— How can web payment solutions help circumvent app store fees — and what are the hidden trade-offs?

— What works best today to retain and grow top spenders?

— How do you identify whale potential early and personalize offers without being predatory?

— What monetization strategies scale well without alienating your broader player base?

— Where are studios leaving money on the table — and how can they capture it?

— How do teams align product and growth around long-term revenue instead of short-term wins?

😊WHO'S IT FOR:

Founders, monetization and product leads, live ops teams, and C-level execs looking for practical, high-impact strategies to increase revenue while keeping players engaged and loyal.

 

Tax Optimization & Jurisdiction Strategies for Game Companies. Make sure to register in advance

📌DESCRIPTION:

How do game companies navigate taxes, relocate HQs, and choose the right jurisdiction in 2025? In this roundtable, studio founders, CFOs, and legal experts will come together to share first-hand experiences, challenges, and strategies related to corporate structuring, cross-border operations, IP ownership, and dealing with fast-changing tax regulations. Whether you’re already operating internationally or just starting to explore your options, this is a chance to learn from peers and get practical insights into what works — and what doesn’t.

Should You Sell? Navigating Gaming M&A in 2025. 

📌DESCRIPTION:

M&A activity in gaming is showing signs of life in 2025, but strategic and financial buyers are far more selective, focused on disciplined bets and clear synergies. A lot of deals still don’t close, often due to avoidable execution mistakes, misaligned incentives, or poor timing. This roundtable digs into the mechanics of gaming M&A:

— What buyers are looking for right now and what makes a gaming studio truly acquirable

— How to engage into strategic discussions while remaining “in control”

— How to preserve optionality while building deal momentum

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:

— How buyers evaluate gaming studios in today’s risk-adjusted environment

— The rules of deal prep: get the house in order, how to stage disclosure

— Balancing process efficiency with optionality: great companies are bought, not sold

— Rules of the road, from term sheet to deal closing

— Why structure can matter more than valuation: navigating earnouts, equity rollovers and alignment of interests

😊WHO'S IT FOR:

Founders, CFOs, and investors who want to stay acquisition-ready, understand how buyers think, and make confident decisions about whether (and when) to sell, raise, or keep building.

 

PADEL ROYALE: The Ultimate Gamedev Battle

Become one of the 16 players to exclusively join PADEL ROYALE: The Ultimate Gamedev Battle. Equipment provided. Refreshments included.

For the Growth Summit participants only. To join the tournament, please upgrade your ticket.

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