Your Strategy, Operation & Business partner.
We are committed to providing comprehensive services across business development, product development, and Live Services. Our goal is to help you achieve success in the competitive world of video games.
Business Development
At Ashes & Diamonds Entertainment, we specialize in helping you navigate the ever-changing video game landscape. Our expertise lies in establishing strategic partnerships, securing funding and publishing opportunities, and identifying new revenue streams. We understand the growing pains that studios face and can provide valuable management consulting and product strategy services, even acting as your interim CEO if needed.
Games industry navigation & network: With our extensive network and knowledge of the games industry, we can connect you with key players, influencers, and potential partners, giving you a competitive edge.
Funding & publishing support: We assist you in securing funding for your projects and guide you through the complex world of publishing, ensuring you make informed decisions and maximize your chances of success.
Studio management & operations: From streamlining your operations to optimizing workflows, we provide expert guidance to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your studio.
Business scaling on all levels: Whether you're a startup or an established studio, we help you scale your business by implementing growth strategies tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Product Development
We have a passion for improving games and studios. We offer a fresh perspective on your game's development, acting as your new set of eyes to identify areas of improvement. We're not afraid to roll up our sleeves and work directly with your team to make your studio and game even better.
Game design and game feature evaluation: We analyze your game's design and features, providing valuable insights and recommendations to enhance gameplay, mechanics, and overall player experience.
Business model and platform support: We assist you in identifying the most suitable business model for your game, whether it's free-to-play, premium, or a hybrid model. Additionally, we help you optimize your game for different platforms, maximizing its reach and potential.
Research and insights: Through comprehensive research and market analysis, we gather insights into player preferences, market trends, and emerging opportunities, enabling you to make data-driven decisions.
IP & Brand Development and cross-media support: We guide you in developing your intellectual property (IP) and brand, ensuring consistency and resonance across various media channels. We help you explore cross-media opportunities to extend your game's reach and engage it with a wider audience.
Live Service (Gaas)
In today's gaming landscape, building a long-term relationship with players is crucial. Whether your game is a single-player or multiplayer experience, our Live Services experts will help you meet player expectations and cultivate a loyal player base. Drawing from our experience in operating some of the industry's biggest games, we'll assist you in identifying what matters most to your players.
Advise and help with AERMO: We provide guidance on player acquisition, engagement, retention, monetization, and operation strategies tailored to your game. We will help you create effective mechanisms and funnels to drive player satisfaction and revenue.
Communication and player support systems: We can assist you in establishing efficient in-game communication channels and robust player support systems, ensuring you establish better relations with your player base.
Player journey and First-time user experience (FTUE): We will help you design a captivating player journey, optimizing the initial experience to engage players from the very first moments of gameplay, leading to higher retention rates and a better overall game experience.
Back-end technology and game support systems: We offer insights and assistance in developing and implementing back-end technologies and game support systems, enabling smooth operations and maintenance of your game.