


Modifications are the digital artifacts players create to enhance their playing experience. This means that players are actually able to create their own version of the game. By adding vanilla in the digital ice machine, players can, especially if the game is open-source, adjust, delete or add game elements. There are a plethora of flavours one can create to vary on the vanilla version.

While modding basically refers to all the things a player can change (settings), we are now talking about ‘modding proper’, modifications a player can make that were not in the base game. for example comes with certain unique units, available civilizations, architecture of buildings, but also the rules of the game itself and other game design elements. Secondly, the game design perspective is also of importance. The official storyline or ‘vanilla version’ can be defined from a narratological perspective. The developers try to create a convincing storyworld, or a convincing representation of the past with a set narrative. write the vanilla version of the game, or in this case the standard scenarios (and hopefully in the future the campaigns!). His expertise covers topics ranging from the evolving retail landscape and growth of digital goods, to the application of AI in retail and marketing.A slight distinction can be made between the ‘official’ developers and players that create modifications (in short: modders). Michael is a frequent content publisher and industry speaker at events such as the Vogue Business Summit, Digiday Publishing Summit, and Ecom World. During a year-long exit from Google, he also led business development at Clickable, a VC-backed, growth stage start-up acquired by Syncapse. Prior to focusing on Brand Manufacturers, Michael managed teams in Retail and Consumer Electronics, and led business development for Google Checkout. Michael has built and led high-performing teams across several industries and product areas. Leveraging deep consumer insights, they are also delivering world-class digital marketing strategies and solutions to help brands engage and acquire high-value customers. Digital media, consumer privacy, AI, and seamless omnichannel engagement are the hottest trends in retail, and Michael and his team are actively supporting hundreds of brands in their own unique digital transformations. In his nearly two decades at Google, he's enjoyed a front row seat to the future of commerce and marketing. She's written industry articles related to Facebook's shift to stories, inclusivity in Instagram stories, Snapchat going premium, and year-over-year social trends in various high-caliber trade and industry publications.Īs Google’s Managing Director of Luxury, Branded Apparel & Durables, Michael Burke leads a sales team responsible for driving business growth for many of the world's largest, most loved brands and agencies. Additionally, she is a sought-after thought leader and speaker. Her approach has won her multiple awards including CampaignUS Media Planner of the Year (2021) Chief Marketer's Market like a Mother award (2021) and Cynopsis Top Women in Media (2020), among others. She helps clients expand their use-cases for social, with an authentic audience and culture-first strategy. With over a decade of experience in media, Danisha is a master at her craft, but her deep knowledge of social platforms is just the tip of the iceberg.Īt Digitas, Danisha oversees a team of social experts who create scalable, holistic end-to-end activations for the agency and its clients. More than 20,000 people have completed his influential Akimbo and altMBA workshops, and continue to seek out his invaluable guidance.Īs SVP/National Paid Social Lead & Head of Media (West Coast) at Digitas, Danisha Lomax takes pride in developing programs that focus on authenticity, cultural impact, and advocacy for women of color. In 2018, he was inducted into the Marketing Hall of Fame. His podcast rests in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide. His blog (you can find this by typing “Seth” into Google) is one of the most popular on the internet. In addition to his writing and speaking, Seth has founded several companies, including Yoyodyne and Squidoo. His latest, "The Practice", was published at the end of 2020 and is already a smash hit. His book, "This Is Marketing", was an instant bestseller around the world. You might be familiar with some of his books: Linchpin, Tribes, The Dip, and Purple Cow. He writes about the post-industrial revolution, the way ideas spread, marketing, quitting, leadership, and-most of all-changing the way people see the world. He is also the founder of the altMBA and The Akimbo Workshops-online seminars that have transformed the lives of thousands of people. His work has been translated into more than 35 languages. Seth Godin is the author of 20 bestsellers that have been read all around the world.
