- Our survey asked you what YOU wanted to learn about
- Here are all details for the first batch of classes
We’re pleased to announce that bookings are now open for the Summer 2024 programme of PocketGamer.biz MasterClasses. We asked what YOU wanted to learn about – thanks to everyone that took part in the survey – and we can reveal that the topics for 2024 include:
The schedule of three FREE webinars and three paid deep-dive online workshops will run between Wednesday July 24th and Wednesday September 18th, with a library of focused material for each topic. Paid workshop attendees also get on-demand access to videos of the free webinars to watch later.
Each session will share the expertise and best-practice advice from industry veteran, Oscar Clark of Fundamentally Games. Since working as the home architect for PlayStation Home, Oscar literally wrote the book Games As A Service, published in 2014.
Book now, save money!
Simply choose which session is of interest and book now to get your Early Bird discount and save £149 on every MasterClass! Or subscribe to the whole programme today at just £375 and save a total of £522!
Wednesday, Jul 24 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm (BST)
Game Monetisation Design Webinar – FREE!
Learn how to choose the best commercial model for your game, whether it’s pay-up-front, ads, in-app purchases, or a seasonal pass/DLC. This masterclass will guide you in creating ethical commercial experiences that prioritise player satisfaction, regardless of whether you use free-to-play models or not.
Wednesday, Aug 7 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm (BST)
Game Monetisation Design Workshop – £150!
Online Workshop with group exercises using a digital whiteboard to explore the key themes with practical examples focused on player value, exchange and packaging.
Wednesday, Aug 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm (BST)
Game Design For Engagement & Retention Webinar – FREE!
Learn how to build lasting engagement into your game. This masterclass will show you how to integrate sustainable retention into the core mechanics of your game.
Wednesday, Aug 28 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm (BST)
Game Design For Engagement & Retention Workshop – £150!
Online Workshop with group exercises using a digital whiteboard to explore the key themes with practical examples focused on core loops and configurations; context, purpose and progression; plus community and social engagement.
Wednesday, Sep 4 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm (BST)
Game Economy Design Webinar – FREE!
Learn how to build lasting engagement into your game. This masterclass will show you how to integrate sustainable retention into the core mechanics of your game.
Wednesday, Sep 18 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm (BST)
Game Economy Design Workshop – £150!
Online Workshop with group exercises using a digital whiteboard to explore the key themes with practical examples focused on progression and power curves; sinks and sources; plus resources, andchors and ratchets.
Places are available to book now – and you could save up to £447 with Early Bird prices! If you want to attend the complete programme of Masterclasses, register today for the very special price of just £375 and save up to £522 with our subscription offer!
