TEMPE, Ariz. – September 15, 2009 – Solid State Networks, Inc., the leading developer of online game publishing software, will present a panel discussion titled “Conversion Technologies: Design and Implementation Strategies for Expanding Profitability of Online Games,” which will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. during the Game Developers Conference (GDC) Austin.

Matthew Shaw, CTO of online game developer EA Mythic, and Matthew Hannus, CEO of live game operator Sleepy Giant, will join Solid State Networks CEO Rick Buonincontri to provide insights and to share their collective experiences with regard to the development, launch and operation of online games. The discussion will focus on the early design and technology decisions that affect the ability to attract, convert and retain players – decisions which directly impact the financial success of a game. Panelists will survey and assess the benefits and disadvantages of a variety of technologies as well as discuss best practices for implementation.

“Successful design of online games is expanding to include addressing challenges unique to the Internet as a medium for game play.” stated Rick Buonincontri, founder and CEO of Solid State Networks. “We’ve seen firsthand how developers and publishers of all sizes struggle with the inherent technical challenges of online game publishing, player conversions, and monetization models all of which will be addressed in this panel.”

About Solid State Networks
Solid State Networks is a leading developer of specialized, high performance content delivery solutions, including game delivery, patching and publishing software. Since 2007, Solid State Networks has steadily gained recognition within the gaming industry as a highly innovative company with reliable technology and versatile game delivery and patching solutions for companies such as Funcom, Riot Games, Wizards of the Coast, Vogster, Abandon Interactive and others. For more information, please visit www.solidstatenetworks.com.

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Conversion Technologies: Design and Implementation Strategies for Expanding Profitability of Online Games
Speaker: Matthew Shaw (Chief Technology Officer, EAMythic, Electronic Arts, Mythic Entertainment Studio), Matthew Hannus (Sleepy Giant), Rick Buonincontri (Founder and CEO, Solid State Networks)
Date/Time: Thursday (September 17, 2009) 3:00pm — 4:00pm
Location (room): Room 15
Track: Business & Marketing
Secondary Track: Design
Experience Level: Intermediate
Format: 60-minute Sponsored Session

Session Description
It is never too early to start thinking about player acquisition, retention and monetization when designing an online game. This panel will discuss how game designers and developers can use technologies, strategies and planning to contribute to the financial success of their game’s online operations and get a higher return from marketing investments.

Takeaway
Attendees will learn the importance of considering player conversions in early game design and architecture decisions and their ultimate on game profitability.

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