Devoted Speakeasy

Author: Devoted Studios

Every day we see shiny headlines about games making gazillions, but nothing to help us do our jobs better or support each other's growth. Devoted Speakeasy is a podcast hosted by Ninel Anderson for inspiration and as a practical guide for leveling up within the game industry. Lets get real!
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Before You Sign That Publishing Contract… Watch This | Ft. Brandon Huffman | Devoted SpeakEasy Ep36
Episode 36
Thursday, 21 August, 2025

HOLD UP! ✋ In this episode of Devoted Speakeasy, Ninel, our CEO, talks with Brandon Huffman, managing attorney at Odin Law, to break down the traps, hidden clauses, and money math every indie (and even AAA) dev should understand before putting pen to paper.From milestone traps to brutal recoup terms, Brandon shares the real-world contract details that can make or break your studio. Pitching your first game or your fifth, this is the episode that could save you years of headaches (and a lot of cash).We cover:🎯 Why publishers are tightening their terms in 2025📊 The recoup clause that can wipe out your revenue📅 How to structure milestones so you actually get paid🚫 Termination clauses that can bankrupt a studio💬 How to keep your creative vision when working with a publisherIf you’re an indie dev, a small studio, or anyone thinking about partnering with a publisher… watch this before you sign anything.👉 📌 Subscribe for more unfiltered game dev talks!🔗 Follow Devoted Studios on Social Media: 🎨 Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/devoted-studios 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/devotedstudios 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/devotedstudios 🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/devotedstudios_ 💬Discord: https://discord.gg/6x46SWhC 💻 Visit the website: https://www.devotedstudios.com