Indie PC developers face an exciting yet highly competitive landscape in 2025. With thousands of titles launching on Steam each year, one key question needs to be answered: how to make it stand out.
At Mobidictum Conference 2025, Serdar Baran Ateş, Head of Operations & Publishing at Devotion Interactive, will deliver a solo session dedicated to answering this challenge.
Meet the Speaker
Based in Turkiye, Serdar Baran Ateş brings over a decade of expertise in PC and console publishing. At Devotion Interactive, he has overseen over 300 publishing processes, supporting indie teams with strategies that cover Steam store optimization, monetization models, and long-term community engagement.
His work includes contributions to titles such as Climber Animals: Together (Payoff Games, published by Devotion Interactive) and Football Life Simulator (Ludu Arts, catalogued under Devotion Interactive), with publishing roadmaps extending toward PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. Before Devotion, Serdar co-founded Gamigate, a consultancy that specialized in guiding studios through Steam’s competitive ecosystem, and previously held roles like Steam Marketing Manager at Byterop Game Studio.
Beyond publishing, Serdar is also a recognized industry voice. He has spoken at Mağara Jam ’23, shared insights through StartGate, and participated in Bilgi University’s The Markend event. His thought leadership has also been highlighted on Mobidictum, where he was profiled as a driving force behind independent publishing in Turkiye.
Why This Session Matters
Launching a game on PC has never been more challenging, with thousands of new titles arriving on Steam each year. In his talk, Serdar Baran Ateş will share his perspective on what helps indie developers gain visibility, attract players, and build long-term success in today’s market. Drawing on his experience from overseeing hundreds of publishing processes, he will highlight the key factors that shape discoverability, community growth, and publishing strategy for indie studios.
Don’t Miss It!
Indie games continue to shape the global PC market, but standing out requires more than a great product; it demands smart publishing decisions. Join Serdar Baran Ateş at Mobidictum Conference 2025 to learn how to elevate your title above the noise and thrive in one of the most competitive markets in gaming.
