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.

Name: WN Media Group
Website: https://wnhub.io
Address: St. Petersburg, Bolshaya Monetnaya st., 16. building 1, letter B, office 5-N, office 361

We invest our passion in creating unique products, growing expertise, and contributing towards a better, bigger video games industry.

Description	Price	Date
PADEL ROYALE Ticket	EUR 50.00	Before May 29, 2025
GAME STUDIO PASS	EUR 199.00	Before May 29, 2025
SERVICE PROVIDER EXPO PASS	EUR 2000.00	Before May 29, 2025