Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we’re joined by Jess Feidt, Owner of Underwater Fire Games. Jess shares his journey from working on massive AAA franchises like Call of Duty to building his own indie studio from the ground up.

We’ll talk about why he decided to leave AAA, how he transitioned into running his own team, and how his experience at Treyarch and Sony shaped the decisions behind his first indie game. Jess also breaks down what he learned about the business side of starting a studio, how his opinions evolved throughout development, and what leading a small indie team has taught him.

This is a must-watch for anyone thinking about going indie or starting their own studio.

Follow Jess Feidt and Underwater Fire Games:
X: https://x.com/UFireGames
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jess-feidt-0233842
Facebook: facebook.com/UFireGames
Instagram: instagram.com/ufiregames

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