Freaking Cool Indies
Episodes
Devlogs, Discipline, and No Zero Days with DevDuck
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Subscribe to DevDucks Youtube Channel: @DevDuck Ben's Twitter: https://x.com/_devduckWhat does it take to sustain a 5-year indie game developm...
Give Me 1 Hour, I’ll Fix Your Steam Page
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steam isn’t a storefront — it’s an algorithm.And if you don’t understand how it works, your game gets buried.In this episode of Freaking Cool ...
Game Localization 101: Grow Your Indie Game’s Wishlists & Revenue
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Game Localization for Indie Games. Learn how proper localization boosts Steam wishlists, global reach, and revenue, with expert insights from Alconost...
48-Hour Game Jam → 2.5 Million Copies Sold (Full Story)
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Annie and Lucas transformed a 48-hour game jam entry into A Little to the Left, selling over 2.5 million copies through authentic marketi...
The Hidden Cost of Gaming Success Nobody Talks About
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think you need to grind 15 hours daily to succeed in gaming? Veteran Twitch streamer Dan 'Indie' Long proves otherwise. Learn the hidden costs...
Player Motivation vs Player Behaviour: The Difference That Matters
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how empathy driven marketing can transform your indie game's success by understanding player motivation vs behaviour. Andrew Pappas from ...
Game Funding Explained: Which One is Right for You?
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the 3 main types of indie game funding and learn which option is perfect for your studio. From traditional publishers to venture capital to r...
[Segment] The Secret to Landing Your Game on Major Gaming Outlets
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most indie developers think getting featured on IGN or Game Trailers is like winning the lottery - reserved for studios with massive marketing budgets...
Are You Ignoring the Most Powerful Platform for Indie Game Marketing?
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You're posting on Twitter and Reddit, but what if the most powerful business platform for indie devs is the one you're ignoring? Jon Hanson we...
Stop Chasing Mega Streamers Do This Instead
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Watch the Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/0w1D_ubxTko🎯 Free Cold Email Template: https://freakingcoolindies.com/6-2/Cold email outreach for indie ga...
Lessons from $300K in successful Kickstarter campaigns
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
📬 FCI Newsletter: https://freakingcoolindies.com/newsletter/Get In Touch With Sam:Indievelopment: https://www.indievelopment.uk/X [Twitter]: https:...
From Idea to Trademark: Protecting Your Indie Game the Right Way
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn essential legal foundations for indie game development with lawyer Jacob Vela. Discover how to protect your IP, build strong trademarks, and cre...
Meet the Man Behind Gaming’s Most Iconic Indie Trailers
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎥 DEREK LIEU:Derek's Website: https://www.derek-lieu.com/Derek's Youtube Channel @DerekLieu How to Make a Game Trailer Course: https://vgta.tea...
The Complete Guide to Pitching Your Indie Game to Publishers
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🏆 7 Day Marketing Foundations Challenge: https://freakingcoolindies.com/resources/Ever wondered how to approach a publisher? Or maybe just felt ner...
Don’t Announce Your Game Until You Watch This!
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Announcing your game is one of the most important steps in your indie dev journey — but most developers get it wrong. So how do you nail your game’...
Last-Minute Game Marketing: 90-Day Plan to Boost Steam Wishlists
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
90 days to launch and no marketing plan? Don't panic – you're not out of options!In this episode, we're joined by Devin Dixon, founder o...
The Ultimate Cold Email Framework for Indie Game Developers
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cold email outreach for indie game developers doesn't have to feel salesy! Learn how to build genuine relationships with streamers, journalists, and c...
How to Create an Unforgettable Brand Identity for Your Game
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Game branding for indie developers: Think branding is just a logo and colours? That's the biggest mistake indie game marketing makes! Learn authen...
The Newsletter Strategy 90% of Indie Devs Are Missing
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Email marketing for indie game developers isn't dead - it's your secret weapon. While most indie devs chase social media followers, smart developers b...
Stop Fighting Your Deadlines & Actually Finish Your Game
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how successful indie studios like Drinkbox manage to consistently release amazing games? In this episode, we get the inside scoop from Ass...
Stop Wasting Money on Bad Capsule Art - Do This Instead
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop your scroll! That's the power of amazing capsule art on Steam. But how do you get it?In this episode, we're joined by talented artist James Combr...
Thinking About Starting a Devlog? Watch This First
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wishlist TetherGeist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2474430/TetherGeist/O. and Co. Games Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjahrwtYG6iD3...
Welcome to Freaking Cool Indie
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🖥️ FCI Website: https://freakingcoolindies.com/🏆 Indie Dev Marketing Foundations Challenge: https://freakingcoolindies.com/resources/📝 Subs...