How Marvel Snap is Solving Card Acquisition
In this issue, we’re analyzing various ways Marvel Snap developer Second Dinner has addressed the popular CCG’s card acquisition hurdles in 2023 and the effects these changes are having on the game.
Growing a YouTube Channel (Gotta Catch ‘em All)
What does it take to grow a YouTube gaming channel? In this week’s episode, your host, Alexandra, sits down with Aaron Zheng, a professional VGC Pokemon player and the founder YouTube channel Cyberton VGC. Beyond running a channel that has amassed over 50M views and uploads videos daily, Aaron himself is the winner of 5 Regional Championships and 2 National Championships and shoutcasts for Pokemon International tournaments.
We explore what it takes to grow a YouTube channel, what role YouTube plays in monetization and tooling for content creators, and how video content creation can affect one’s personal life. PLUS, we learn a ton about the Pro Pokemon scene! Check out Aaron’s channel here before diving into the episode.
Can Marvel Snap’s Monetization Keep Up?
Marvel Snap has crossed the $50M revenue mark in an enviable five months. We take a look at monetization spend depth and revenue per download to assess the long-term viability of the games’ current monetization. We also tease our latest earnings report on Playtika.
State of Accessibility in Gaming
Accessibility in gaming is under-appreciated and underreported on part of the games industry. With the announcement of Sony’s new hardware announcement, it prompted us to take a look at the space and understand what’s next.
Understanding Marvel Snap’s Meteoric Rise
Marvel Snap has become a sensation, driving $2M in sales in its first week. We break down this game, share our recent blockchain gaming report (in collaboration with CMC Research), and give updates on Xbox’s earnings.
Game Spotlight: Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Links is the biggest digital card game in the world, yet, its parent company Konami, has decided to release a new title in hopes of returning the franchise’s digital entries back to its roots. Why? In this piece, we’ll explore the game mechanics that helped propel Yu-Gi-Oh into digital dominance, and why its…
Splinterlands: A Pay-to-Win & Play-and-Earn CCG
Source: Splinterlands This research essay was originally posted on Naavik Pro – the #1 research portal for blockchain and F2P games! We serve both investors and developers with our premium research. Make us your remote games research department today! Splinterlands is a blockchain-based trading card game in which players assemble opposing teams of creatures and…
