Better Games  — games that shape and transform the communities they serve

Better Gamers  —  gamers who respect and give back to the communities they love

How can we promote digital citizenship?

Do we build better games,

or can we be better gamers

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Hello, I’m Daniel “DanCloud” Lipson

Daniel is the producer and founder of Better Games, Better Gamers. He grew up inside AAA game studios, giving him a lifelong, insider perspective on both the power of games and the systemic challenges developers face.

He graduated from Carnegie Mellon (BXA Interdisciplinary) and San Jose State (MA in Journalism & Interactive Media) with a blend of technical, creative, and media expertise.

Daniel led go-to-market strategy, product narratives, and partnerships across gaming, AI, social media, and retail, most notably at Intel Graphics with 50+ global games studios and publishers.

See his portfolio at dlipsonmedia.com.


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Embark on an journey with your host, Daniel Lipson.

In each episode, we’ll speak with industry professionals to learn how we can resolve conflicts and bridge divides between gamers and game developers.

Join him on a challenging quest to discover how we can make the industry a better place for everyone who loves to play.



Let’s collaborate.

Are you a founder, creator, or influential speaker with a story to tell or a project to share? We’re passionate about spotlighting great ideas and fostering meaningful connections. Whether you're interested in collaborating or becoming a sponsor for the project, let’s connect and create a better gaming community together.