[Ep536] What's a Steam Wishlist Worth?

In episode 536 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers dig into the misconception that Steam wishlists lose value over time and what that really means for indie game developers. They also explore the risks and rewards of licensed games, share thoughts on keeping life and work in balance, and answer listener questions ranging from preserving online games to the chances of a Quadropus Rampage sequel.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:46 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

01:06 The Value of Wishlists (Listener Question)

02:39 Debunking Wishlist Decay

05:24 Analyzing Steam Data on Wishlists

07:10 The Impact of Influencers on Game Development

14:14 Thoughts on Stop Killing Games (Listener Question)

18:52 Skepticism on YouTuber Game Publishers (Listener Question)

29:15 The Challenges of Licensed Games

38:20 Work for Hire and Studio Valuation (Listener Question)

39:04 Quadropus Rampage: A Retrospective (Listener Question)

41:07 Challenges of Free-to-Play Games

49:34 Holistic Approach to Life and Work (Listener Question)

01:02:54 The Importance of Health and Exercise

01:11:29 Closing Remarks and Community Engagement

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