Xsolla Club Symposium: From A Small Game To A Scalable Studio
Date: August 24, 2026
Time: 18:00–20:30
Location: Xsolla Club TLV
Speaker: Ben Eshel, CEO & Co-Founder of Smash
How does an independent game project evolve into a scalable gaming studio? Join us for a special Xsolla Club Symposium featuring Ben Eshel, the CEO and Co-Founder of Smash—a game studio that recently raised over $2 million.
Ben will share his personal journey, detailing the evolution from independent game development to building a growing company. He will discuss the challenges, critical decisions, and vital lessons learned while transforming a promising game into a sustainable, scalable business.
What We Will Discuss
Moving from an indie project to a structured gaming company
Preparing a studio and its team for fundraising
Understanding what investors look for in early-stage gaming companies
Strategies for building and growing the right team
Balancing creative vision with long-term business goals
Creating processes that support growth without impeding development
Overcoming common challenges founders face while scaling a studio
Key Takeaways
Participants will gain practical insights into preparing a game studio for growth, approaching fundraising strategically, and successfully navigating the transition from a small indie team to a scalable business. This session is unique for its focus on the often-overlooked “middle stage”—the critical period when a game shows potential, and founders must begin building the company, team, and strategy around it.
Who Should Attend?
This event is ideal for indie developers, game studio founders, early-stage gaming startups, and teams preparing for growth or seeking investment.
Agenda
18:00–18:30: Arrival and networking
18:30–18:40: Opening remarks
18:40–19:30: From Indie Game to Scalable Studio
19:30–20:00: Audience Q&A
20:00–20:30: Closing networking session