Chris Sides
Former EA and Bungie developer who worked on Marathon and is an extraction-shooter specialist, now working on indie developments and offering design insight into launch and genre strategy.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 54min
Shooter Monthly #5: The Marathon Revelation, Overwatch Reborn & The Death of Highguard
Christopher Onge, games industry strategist focused on shooter live ops and monetization, and Chris Sides, former Bungie/EA developer with Marathon and extraction-shooter insight, discuss Highguard’s rapid collapse. They debate Marathon’s bold persistence-for-battle-royale design and how it compares to Tarkov and Ark Raiders. They also unpack Overwatch’s surprising resurgence and what real live-ops innovation looks like.
Aug 27, 2025 • 1h 24min
302. Call of Duty vs Battlefield: Ex-DICE, Bungie & Activision Experts Unpack It All
Join industry experts Chris Sides, ex-Bungie director, and Chris Anjos, strategist with a history at Activision and Tencent, as they dissect the fierce rivalry between Battlefield and Call of Duty. They dive into the evolution of gameplay mechanics, the challenges of progression systems, and the significance of player feedback. Expect insightful discussions on Battlefield's potential comeback and the impact of mobile gaming on FPS titles. With tales from their experiences, this conversation reveals what drives engagement in this fast-paced genre.
Apr 10, 2025 • 1h 7min
TWIG #326 Supercell Goes VC while Minecraft Kills at the Box Office
Chris Sides, a seasoned gaming veteran with experience at EA and Bungie, brings insights into the industry's evolution. He discusses the booming success of the Minecraft movie and its cultural significance. Topics include Gen Z's influence on mobile gaming and innovative marketing strategies behind blockbuster hits. Sides also explores Supercell's new investment philosophy and compares popular games like War Robots and Steel Hunters, shedding light on emerging trends and interactive storytelling in gaming.
