Games Development Consultancy: GoobnBalloonsDX

Games Development Consultancy: GoobnBalloonsDX

Introducing GoobnBalloonsDX! We’re doing things a bit differently with the dev team on this project – our focus is on consultancy services covering game development and marketing strategies. Our work with GoobnBalloonsDX involves game analysis to identify marketable features, including advice on enhancing the game's overall quality with a focus on narrative journey, gameplay feel and player friction points.

Opportunities in The 2024 Video Games Industry

Opportunities in The 2024 Video Games Industry

Most of us thought that what happened in 2023 wouldn’t carry over to 2024, but it seems we’re not quite out of the woods just yet. According to Kotaku, over 6000 industry professionals have lost their jobs so far this year, a trend that seemingly is yet to abate. There are however some positives to be learned from these otherwise negative circumstances.

Back To Our Niche - Point and Click Perfection with Theropods.

Back To Our Niche - Point and Click Perfection with Theropods.

Acorn has a strong history of proven successes with point and click adventure games, something we’ve carefully developed over the years. We are pleased to be continuing this tradition with one of our latest clients, Theropods. 

Acorn’s Short Guide to Influencer Marketing in Gaming

Acorn’s Short Guide to Influencer Marketing in Gaming

Influencer marketing is becoming more and more common within the gaming space, but how does Acorn look to approach video game content creators in order to yield the best results, develop a strong relationship with the community and avoid wasting game keys? We discuss.

Is Your Game Library Destined To Become a Subscription? [Opinion]

Is Your Game Library Destined To Become a Subscription? [Opinion]

Recently, there were rumblings among gamers in the industry who were rattled by Ubisoft’s executive Philippe Tremblay's statement that they ‘should feel comfortable’ not owning games. Undoubtedly, this sparked wider discussion throughout the industry. is your games library destined to become a subscription?

2024’s State of The Industry Report by GDC

2024’s State of The Industry Report by GDC

The Game Developers Conference (GDC) published its industry report in 2024. Based on their interviews with over 3000 people, the report offers great insights for game developers including guidance for indie game social media strategy. This blog will summarize all the information into five key takeaways for you.

Using Social Media as an Indie Game Developer

Using Social Media as an Indie Game Developer

This blog delves into the dynamic landscape of social media, specifically tailored for game developers. We will explore the strategies for utilizing these leading platforms, such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Reddit, Discord, and blogs.

Announcing Spacepunk Survival

Announcing Spacepunk Survival

We’re thrilled to announce that Acorn will be collaborating with Nejcraft on Spacepunk Survival. Starting in the new year, the Acorn team and Nejcraft will go back-to-back, blasting away hoards of monstrous aliens as they seek to overwhelm our last stronghold, the precious Lapetus Spacestation.