In this episode of Game Wise, Jens and Andy sit down with Chris Wright (Fellow Traveller) and Tomas Rossel (Spawn Ventures) to explore what publishers and venture capitalists look for in game developers. Chris shares insights on the publishing side — from why niche focus matters to how early signals like wishlists and social buzz shape decisions. Tomas explains the VC perspective, highlighting the importance of the team, long-term vision, and how investors spread risk across multiple studios.

Whether you’re considering a publisher, seeking venture funding, or just curious about how investors think, this episode offers practical advice to help studios make smarter decisions.

Music is Atlantis, by Karl Casey of White Bat Audio. Post-production audio by 'Dark Half Studios (darkhalfstudios.com).