Host Devin Becker sits down with Nicolas Vizioli (Founder of Lemonade) to unpack what “AI coding for UGC in Roblox” actually looks like in practice, ranging from how Lemonade plugs into Roblox workflows to why Roblox is a uniquely interesting target compared to broader “vibe coding” for apps. Nicolas shares early results, where the product is (and isn’t)…
We take a closer look at Epic’s strategic refocus, share a new episode about the rapidly evolving gaming media landscape, and bring you this week’s top news and content worth consuming.
Let’s jump into this week’s issue where we bring you our latest report on the state of UGC games in 2026, alongside this week’s news and content worth consuming.
Big thanks to Naavik contributors Francois Courset, Tim Shepherd, and Aaron Bush for writing – and to Brendon Stock and Mike Gubman of Chartis.gg, the largest creator network in UGC, for writing the Fortnite Creative section. To explore working with Naavik on your UGC games consulting needs (due diligence, strategy, and more), please contact us…
After a volatile few months across games, tech, and public markets, it’s time for a grounded check-in on where the industry actually stands. Host Devin Becker is joined by Aaron Bush (Managing Partner & Co-Founder, Naavik) to unpack the latest signals – from AAA publisher performance and what recent EA earnings suggest for big franchises like Battlefield, to Ubisoft’s…
In today’s issue, we look into Project Genie — Google’s experimental AI that generates short, navigable 3D scenes — and explore the possible implications of world models for game engines and developers. Plus, in our latest podcast episode, we chat with David Lee, Nex’s CEO, about the company’s successful console launch. As a reminder, you can also listen to Naavik’s Newsletter on our podcast feeds and on the digest webpage.
In this episode, host Kalie Moore talks with Dmitri M. Johnson and Michael Lawrence Goldberg, Co-founders of Story Kitchen, the studio behind major game-to-screen adaptations spanning Sonic the Hedgehog, Tomb Raider, Streets of Rage, and more. We explore how transmedia is evolving in a UGC-first world, where players don’t just consume IP, they shape it, and why…
In today’s issue, we discuss the present and future of cross-platform gaming, talk with General Intuition’s founder Pim de Witte about world models and using games to train them, and bring you this week’s key news highlights, plus fresh content we think you’ll find valuable.
In this episode, host Kalie Moore talks with Zach Letter, Co-founder & CEO of Wonder Works Studio, the makers of hit Roblox experiences, including three SpongeBob titles this year. We dig into how creator roots shape game design and distribution, how influencer-native teams launch differently, and Wonder Works’ long-term bet on licensed IP. The conversation dives into…
As digital platforms evolve, so too does the business of tabletop RPGs (TTRPGs). In this episode, host Devin Becker sits down with David Scott, CEO of Evil Genius Games, to explore the intersection of analog and digital in the TTRPG space. David shares his perspective on where the market currently stands, the evolving role of virtual tabletops,…
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