Listen "Nerdle: The Math Game Bill Gates Loves to Play"
Episode Synopsis
Today we're excited to sit down with Richard Mann, the CEO and founder of Nerdle, a math game similar to Wordle. Richard discusses the development of Nerdle, the challenges of creating math games that are fun for kids, the game's advertising model, the launch of a new game called 2D Nerdle, and the importance of user feedback.We also dive into how Nerdle is run as a family operation, and why many of the ideas for the game happen over dinner. Check out Richard's website:https://nerdlegame.com/https://www.leaderboardle.com/https://x.com/nerdlegame--(02:02) - Introducing Richard Mann, the CEO and Founder of Nerdle
(02:33) - Understanding the Game Nerdle
(03:12) - Richard Mann's Journey and Love for Games
(04:55) - Richard's Career Path and Transition into Gaming
(07:26) - The Creation of Nerdle and its Variants
(08:39) - Contrasting B2B Business with Nerdle
(11:58) - Bill Gates' Endorsement of Nerdle
(14:57) - Designing and Branding Nerdle
(20:53) - Passion for Nerdle and It's Impact
(21:10) - The Evolution and Variety of Nerdle Games
(22:36) - Balancing Business and User Engagement
(23:41) - The Popularity of Classic Nerdle and Other Games
(25:24) - Making Math Fun: The Nerdle Approach
(27:25) - Nerdle's Impact in Schools and Charitable Initiatives
(28:22) - The Process of Validating New Game Ideas
(30:57) - Engaging with the Nerdle Community for Feedback
(36:37) - The Role of Advertising in Nerdle's Business Model
(40:14) - Introducing the Latest Game: 2D Nerdle
--Check out our brainy games:Sumplete - https://sumplete.comKakuro Conquest - https://kakuroconquest.comMathler - https://mathler.comCrosswordle - https://crosswordle.comSudoku Conquest - https://sudokuconquest.comHitori Conquest - https://hitoriconquest.comWordga - https://wordga.com
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