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 publisher
If you’re an indie dev, a small studio, or anyone thinking about partnering with a publisher… watch this before you sign anything.
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