WN Growth Summit Limassol’25

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About

The WN Growth Summit is a high-density gathering of top-tier game studios, publishers, designed to tackle the real, burning issues studios are facing right now — from surviving platform shifts to rethinking monetization strategies and game design.

📌 Why it matters now:

We’re in a transition era. Ads are failing. AI is commoditizing content. Hypercasual is fading. Teams are downsizing. But player expectations are growing — and cross-platform, retention-first, monetization-savvy design is the only way forward. Our summit offers laser-focused insights to navigate this chaos.

Roundtable Discussion Leaders

Chris Early

SVP, Strategic Partnerships & Business Development
Ubisoft

Diana Moldavsky

Director, Investments & Global Strategic Partnerships (GM CIS, Turkey, Israel, Cyprus)
Tencent

Volodymyr Rabotiagov

Creative Director
Vizor Games

Sergey Orlovskiy

CEO & Founder
Helio Games

Vladimir Nikolsky

Founder
Utmost.games

Travis Anderson

Head of Developer Partnerships
Xsolla

Dori Adar

CEO
finetuners.ai

Micha Katz

Managing Director
Aream & Co.

Evgenii Rozanov

Monetization Manager, Age of Magic
Playkot

Andrei Naumov

Chief Marketing OfficerChief Marketing Officer
Cubic Games Studio

Program

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*may be updated

UTC+3

11:00 - 12:30

Registration and Badge Pick-Up

Roundtable Discussions (Choose One from the List Below)

A roundtable is a dynamic and open conversation where top managers and founders freely share their experiences in a completely confidential setting. The goal is to exchange ideas — both success stories to inspire others, and mistakes so no one has to repeat them. It’s about fostering an insightful dialogue that benefits everyone involved.

12:30 - 14:00
Roundtable Discussion

The Next Big Thing: How to Make Money in the Gaming Industry in the Next Two Years. Make sure to register in advance

📌DESCRIPTION:
The gaming industry is evolving at high speed, and old playbooks are quickly losing relevance.
— Traditional monetization models are under pressure from platform policies and player fatigue
— User acquisition costs are rising while targeting precision drops
— Web3, AI, UGC, and new platforms promise growth — but many bets don’t pay off
— Studios are stretched thin between building for today and planning for tomorrow
— And the biggest risk: chasing trends that never turn into revenue

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:
— What signals help you spot a real opportunity before it becomes mainstream?
— How do you balance innovation with financial stability?
— Is it worth building for Web3, UGC, or spatial computing today — or is it still too early?
— What new business models are quietly gaining traction?
— Which markets and genres show the strongest short-term potential?
— What are the biggest mistakes teams make when trying to pivot toward “the next big thing”?

😊WHO'S IT FOR:
Founders, executives, product and growth leads who are actively seeking the next revenue engine — and want to place smart, informed bets without chasing hype.

Make sure to register in advance.

LeaderSergey Orlovskiy
Helio Games
LeaderChris Early
Ubisoft
12:30 - 14:00
Roundtable Discussion

In-House vs Outsourcing vs AI: Where Are the Creatives Born That Actually Perform? Make sure to register in advance

📌DESCRIPTION:
Creatives still play a key role in performance marketing, but the market has become tougher and less predictable.
— Successful concepts are copied within hours, especially by Chinese teams
— Outsourcing often delivers inconsistent quality and tends to stick to templates
— Playables require precision and flexibility, making external partnerships challenging
— The role of AI is growing, but few have figured out how to integrate it effectively into their pipeline
— And the most painful part: you can spend thousands of dollars creating a creative and not even get $1K in return.

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:
— Where do you find ideas that don’t get instantly copied by everyone?
— How do you scale production without losing control?
— Can AI truly replace a creative team?
— Which approach delivers the best results today: an internal team, a reliable pool of partners, or a hybrid model?
— Is it still worth producing dozens of variations when testing capacity is limited?
— What KPIs should a creative team have?

😊WHO'S IT FOR:
CMOs, UA leads, creative producers, and founders who want to find a more effective model for producing and testing creatives.

Make sure to register in advance.

LeaderVolodymyr Rabotiagov
Vizor Games
12:30 - 14:00
Roundtable Discussion

Maximizing Game Revenue: Web Payments, Working with Whales, and Other Monetization Strategies. Make sure to register in advance

📌DESCRIPTION:
With rising user acquisition costs and tightening platform restrictions, finding smarter ways to monetize is more critical than ever.
— Web-based payments are helping studios reduce reliance on app stores and boost margins
— High-value players (whales) still drive a large share of revenue — but identifying and engaging them requires precision
— Personalization is key, but balancing it with fair and ethical design is tricky
— Data-driven monetization opens opportunities — and new risks
— The biggest gains often come not from bold moves, but from better execution on underused tactics.

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:
— How can web payment solutions help circumvent app store fees — and what are the hidden trade-offs?
— What works best today to retain and grow top spenders?
— How do you identify whale potential early and personalize offers without being predatory?
— What monetization strategies scale well without alienating your broader player base?
— Where are studios leaving money on the table — and how can they capture it?
— How do teams align product and growth around long-term revenue instead of short-term wins?

😊WHO'S IT FOR:
Founders, monetization and product leads, live ops teams, and C-level execs looking for practical, high-impact strategies to increase revenue while keeping players engaged and loyal.

Make sure to register in advance.

LeaderTravis Anderson
Xsolla
LeaderEvgenii Rozanov
Playkot
14:00 - 14:10

Raffle sponsored by Aleph

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14:10 - 15:30

Networking Lunch

15:30 - 17:00
Roundtable Discussion

Tax Optimization & Jurisdiction Strategies for Game Companies. Make sure to register in advance

📌DESCRIPTION:
As traditional hubs like Cyprus become less cost-effective for assembling development teams, what alternative regions and tax strategies should studios consider? Let’s discuss the latest trends, practical challenges, and emerging locations for building agile, talented teams while optimizing operational costs in the global games industry.

In this roundtable, studio founders, CFOs, and legal experts will come together to share first-hand experiences, challenges, and strategies related to corporate structuring, cross-border operations, IP ownership, and dealing with fast-changing tax regulations. Whether you’re already operating internationally or just starting to explore your options, this is a chance to learn from peers and get practical insights into what works — and what doesn’t.

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LeaderAnastasios Chrysikos
HCK Law Firm
15:30 - 17:00
Roundtable Discussion

Should You Sell? Navigating Gaming M&A in 2025. Make sure to register in advance

📌DESCRIPTION:
M&A activity in gaming is showing signs of life in 2025, but strategic and financial buyers are far more selective, focused on disciplined bets and clear synergies. A lot of deals still don’t close, often due to avoidable execution mistakes, misaligned incentives, or poor timing. This roundtable digs into the mechanics of gaming M&A:
— What buyers are looking for right now and what makes a gaming studio truly acquirable
— How to engage into strategic discussions while remaining “in control”
— How to preserve optionality while building deal momentum

💡KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:
— How buyers evaluate gaming studios in today’s risk-adjusted environment
— The rules of deal prep: get the house in order, how to stage disclosure
— Balancing process efficiency with optionality: great companies are bought, not sold
— Rules of the road, from term sheet to deal closing
— Why structure can matter more than valuation: navigating earnouts, equity rollovers and alignment of interests

😊WHO'S IT FOR:
Founders, CFOs, and investors who want to stay acquisition-ready, understand how buyers think, and make confident decisions about whether (and when) to sell, raise, or keep building.

Make sure to register in advance.

LeaderDiana Moldavsky
Tencent
LeaderMicha Katz
Aream & Co.
15:30 - 17:00
Workshop

Smart Mechanics to Boost Player Spending. Make sure to register in advance

An interactive workshop on using player behavior and emotional design to craft monetization systems that convert. Practical exercises to use these ideas in your game!

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LeaderDori Adar
finetuners.ai
17:00 - 19:00

PADEL ROYALE: The Ultimate Gamedev Battle

Become one of the 16 players to exclusively join PADEL ROYALE: The Ultimate Gamedev Battle. Equipment provided. Refreshments included.

For the Growth Summit participants only. To join the tournament, please upgrade your ticket.

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Roundtable Discussion
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Program

Content to be updated! Stay tuned!

Tickets

Please pay attention that GAME STUDIO PASS is reserved exclusively for companies that create original IP, with or without self-publishing.
GAME STUDIO PASS
  • Exclusivity over scale: access to curated roundtables led by top founders, executives, and thought leaders in the games industry.
  • High signal, no noise: No lectures, no sales pitches. Just strategic, unfiltered experience exchange among peers.
  • Strategic timing: On the day before GDCy Fest to tap into inbound traffic and offer a premium experience.
  • Perfect location: Limassol seaside, away from the heat, in the comfort of AC.
  • Meeting System on WN Hub: Possibly the best tool to maximize connections and make every minute count.
199 €
+VAT
1
SERVICE PROVIDER EXPO PASS
  • Table with signage and chairs in the Networking Zone (optional)
  • Logo on the Event page
  • Schedule meetings at your table via the Meeting System
  • 2 Tickets for Service Providers
2 000 €
+VAT
1

Location

Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol

Giannou Kranidioti 11, Street 4534, Cyprus

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CEO & Founder
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COO & Partner
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Elena Sidorova

Sales Director
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Antonio Pasalic

Program Director
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