UTC+3

09:30 - 10:30

Welcome Coffee

10:30 - 10:35

Welcome to WN Conference Istanbul'25!

An official introduction to the conference, outlining the agenda and key highlights for attendees.

Julia Lebedeva
WN Media Group
10:35 - 11:30
Panel Discussion

From Hyper-Casual to Steam: A Lifeline or the Next Trap?

The mobile market is shrinking. Steam looks like salvation — but is it? Let’s unpack the shift, the risks, and the reality.
The panel discussion is designed for founders, producers, marketers, and investors navigating mobile stagnation.

Key Talking Points:
- Why the sudden shift from mobile to PC?
- Is the Steam rush a bubble or the beginning of a new cycle?
- Which product, marketing, and budget strategies actually work on Steam?
- How do team structures and production pipelines need to change?
- What’s really being lost - and gained - in the shift?

11:30 - 12:30
Panel Discussion

In-House, Outsourced, or AI: What Works Best for Ad Creatives?

Creatives remain the backbone of performance marketing — yet creating winning assets has never been more complex. In this panel, we’ll get into the evolving landscape of creative production, where the pressure to deliver fast, cheap, and effective ads collides with limited testing bandwidth and rising competition.

With top concepts cloned within hours, outsourcing becoming increasingly template-driven, and AI disrupting traditional pipelines, how do leading teams stay ahead? We'll explore which models (internal, external, AI-assisted, or hybrid) actually deliver results today — and how to scale creative production without sacrificing quality or ROI.

Key questions for discussion:

  • How to generate original ideas that aren’t instantly copied
  • When outsourcing helps — and when it hurts
  • Playables and precision: is external help worth the risk?
  • The real role of AI in creative pipelines — today vs tomorrow
  • Scaling production with limited testing capacity
  • KPIs and success metrics: what should creative teams be measured on?
12:30 - 13:00
Solo Talk

Boosting Player Spending: Real-World Tips That Work

In a world of rising CPIs and tighter margins, increasing player LTV is more important than ever. This session will break down actionable, real-world strategies top studios use to boost in-game spending — from optimizing early-game monetization flows to driving repeat purchases without hurting retention. No fluff, just what actually works in 2025.

13:00 - 14:00

Refreshments Break

14:00 - 15:00
Panel Discussion

How to Pitch to Gaming VCs (and Get Funded)

Gain insider tips on crafting compelling pitches and securing investment from leading gaming VCs.

15:00 - 15:30
Solo Talk

Maximizing Rewarded User Acquisition: Strategies for Sustainable Growth in Gaming

Rewarded traffic can deliver high-quality users — if done right. In this session, Çağlar Eger from Exmox will share proven strategies for scaling rewarded UA campaigns without sacrificing ROAS or user experience. Learn how leading studios leverage reward mechanics to drive long-term engagement, reduce CPIs, and build sustainable growth across platforms.

You’ll walk away with practical frameworks for:

  • Identifying the right channels and partners for rewarded UA
  • Avoiding common pitfalls in incentive-based campaigns
  • Measuring and optimizing for long-term value over short-term installs
  • A must-attend for UA managers, growth leads, and monetization strategists looking to diversify their acquisition playbook.
Caglar Eger
exmox
15:30 - 16:30
Panel Discussion

AI in Gaming: From NPCs to Next-Gen Worlds

Examine how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing game design, from smarter NPCs to immersive, dynamic worlds.

ModeratorOz Silahtar
Gökçe Oguz
Boby.ai
16:30 - 17:00
Solo Talk

Web3 Gaming: Beyond the Hype

Separate fact from fiction as experts discuss the real opportunities and challenges of blockchain and Web3 in gaming.

Arslan Kiran
Animoca Brands
17:00 - 17:30
Solo Talk

Publishing & UA: How to Go Global from Türkiye

Get actionable advice on international publishing and user acquisition strategies tailored for Turkish developers aiming for global reach.

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