Rami Ismail is a Dutch-Egyptian industry ambassador & independent games developer with over 20 genre-defining & award-winning titles across PC, console, web, and mobile.
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All Sessions (including recorded video) by Rami Ismail
22 May 2025
16:00 - 16:50
Industry in Crisis: Reflections and Insights to Navigate the Future
Yes, it's been a rough few years for the game industry, but there is still a lot to be excited about. This panel will reflect on the recent ups and downs, and explore what lessons and insights we can glean to ensure games continue to be a vibrant form of art and entertainment for years to come. And, we as creators, can thrive.
In this talk, independent developer, scout, consultant, and studio advisor Rami Ismail will discuss how to avoid a painfully common mistake: a "another one of those" of a game. In a world of hundreds of highly similar and generic "cozy deckbuilder roguelites with a twist" that are all not getting funded, Rami discusses how to pick a game, validate your choices, and get it ready for funding & production.
