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Strategies for Indie Devs: How to Succeed with Xbox (Presented by Microsoft)
James Lewis (Director of Developer Acceleration, Microsoft, Microsoft)
Location: GDC Industry Stage, Expo Floor, South Hall
Date: Thursday, March 20
Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Pass Type: All Access Pass, Core Pass, Summits Pass, Expo Pass, Audio Pass, Indie Games Summit Pass - Get your pass now!
Track: Business & Marketing
Format: Sponsored Session
Vault Recording: Video
Audience Level: All
In today's rapidly evolving gaming landscape, understanding and adapting to player trends is crucial for success. This session will explore how independent developers can leverage the ID@Xbox program to maximize their reach and impact across console, cloud, and PC platforms, including Steam. We will delve into the requirements and benefits of Xbox Play Anywhere (XPA) and how it can enhance game visibility and player engagement. Attendees will gain insights into the current gaming trends, practical tips for successful game development and promotion, and the strategic advantages of building a development pipeline to produce XPA titles.
Takeaway
Attendees will learn ways to maximize their success on Xbox by aligning with player trends and understanding Xbox strategy.
