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| 05 May 2021 | 0269: GduX.me | Flowing Between Worlds: Lighting in Games and Films with Scott Knapp | 01:00:31 | |
This talk will go over how to navigate working in both industries as a lighting artist. We will deep dive into how to make yourself marketable in both industries, and steps you can take to get your foot in the door as a lighter for both.
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| 24 Dec 2019 | GduX.me | Working in the Margins with Meg Jayanth | 01:02:10 | |
The games industry marginalizes people on multiple axes - but there are many of us here navigating work and life in these non-traditional and often precarious spaces.
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| 25 Feb 2020 | GduX.me | Mix and Jam: Becoming a Youtube Influencer with Andre Cardoso | 01:06:07 | |
Andre Cardoso started with curiosity on how game mechanics of major games were made and is now working at Unity as a Evangelist and has the hottest youtube channel, Mix and Jam. In this fireside chat, he shares his philosophy and his story of how he came to be!
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| 17 Nov 2020 | GDuX.me 2020 | The Mystery Behind Marketing with Starlight Skyes | 00:55:00 | |
Many Developers Know The Technical Skills Behind Development But Marketing Is Still A Big Mystery To Many.
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| 02 Mar 2022 | Creative Director Fired over Pro Russian Comments | Games ReCAP | 00:06:15 | |
About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tw11mPG6WIQ&t=5s&ab_channel=GameDevUnchained) World of Tanks creative director from Wargaming has been fired over his support for Russian troops. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 18 Dec 2018 | 0169: Pre Millionaire Dollar Side Hustle with Su Su and Peter Yoo | 01:02:01 | |
Su and Peter both have full time jobs and have had illustrious careers spanning across gaming, film, and tech companies. Their partnership started over four years ago and currently their company, Ugo3D, has a potential valuation of $200 million dollars. Now fresh from their release of GameFace, an app that turns any player into a playable avatar on every smartphone available, they are on the cusp of hitting it big.
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| 04 Mar 2022 | Blockchain Tech at Dice 2022 | Games ReCAP | 00:09:12 | |
About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://youtu.be/lSGZzCn2vK4) Blockchain tech was the talk of the town at this year’s DICE conference Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 30 Mar 2021 | 0264: Investing in the Games Industry with Daniel | 00:57:19 | |
The world of investing is a mysterious place and Daniel is no stranger in placing his bets in the game industry. He invested in Quixel, Elias Software, & Polygonflow. This episode is all about what the other side looks like.
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| 21 May 2024 | 0347: Reimagining Classics: James Montagna on 'Yar's Rising' and Game Development | 00:49:53 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: James Montagna discusses the challenges and creative processes behind reimagining classic games like 'Yar's Revenge' for modern audiences. He highlights the balance between maintaining the original's spirit and introducing innovative gameplay mechanics, such as hacking elements and side-view exploration. Montagna also reflects on WayForward's success, emphasizing the studio's passion, adaptability, and deep reverence for gaming history. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 18 Jul 2023 | 0325: The Story Behind Dynopunk with Andrew and Roman | 01:06:22 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: In this episode, we delve into the captivating journey of indie developers Andrew and Roman, the dynamic duo behind Double and Dynopunk. They share invaluable insights on their development process, revealing how they remained motivated despite years of hard work with no immediate return. Drawing from their personal experiences, they discuss the importance of community engagement, sharing your work, and accepting criticism in the development process. As they recount their story, you'll uncover the resilience and determination it takes to turn dreams into reality in the game development world. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that might just spark your own gamedev journey. Dynopunk | Tomato Fantasy Games (@TomatoFantasyGm) / Twitter Dynopunk on Steam (steampowered.com) Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 15 Jan 2019 | 0173: Roundtable News- Activision Bungie Split and Ubisoft Goes to Epic Games Store | 01:07:30 | |
This Roundtable News brings you discussions from game industry vets about last months biggest news. We talk about the biggest headliners starting out with what's going on with Activision and its split from Bungie. Blizzard getting peanut butter and jealous of that split, and how Epic Games Store is swooning Ubisoft away from Steam.
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| 29 Jun 2022 | 0308: Onsen Master with Derrick Fields | 00:58:36 | |
About this episode: Derrick Fields is an artist, professor, and game designer based in Chicago, Illinois where they advocate for increasing the visibility of BIPOC individuals involved in games and the provision of resources to young creators who are considering a path in the medium. His recent game Onsen Master is partly a tribute to his appreciation of Japanese culture and his time living in Japan, but overall it's a game produced by his studio Waking Oni Games. https://twitter.com/wakingonigames https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrVT4b_DLTn_TuOEjWtgZ6A Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com | |||
| 02 Mar 2021 | 0260: What's Next for VR with Scott Rogers | 01:06:48 | |
Scott Roger is a designer and educator of over 50 published games including the tabletop games Pantone the Game, Rayguns and Rocketships, and the upcoming Diamonds & Dinosaurs. You can also catch him in the movie Gamemaster.
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| 05 Oct 2021 | 0285: Environment Art for Moss Book II with Coolie Calihan | 01:03:29 | |
This episode is brought to you by AppFigures! Head to https://appfigures.com/on/gamedevunchained.com to try App figures for free. If you like it, use our special code GDU3030 to get 30% off for the next 3 months. Get started for free in just a few minutes at mudstack.com Mudstack is the only asset management and collaboration platform custom built for game studios and digital artists. Level up your game art and your art game with mudstack. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code GDU at MANSCAPED.com About this episode: Coolie Calihan is currently an environment artist at Polyarc working on Moss: Book II. He spent over a decade at Bungie shipping AAA games and was interested in discovering new ways to develop smaller games. We go through the breakdowns of key differences and his overall though about VR development. Connect with us: Get Moss: Book II Buy Now: https://www.polyarcgames.com/store Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zyeo_w-sP4M&ab_channel=PolyarcGames About the Game: https://www.polyarcgames.com/bookii | |||
| 16 Aug 2022 | 0311: Broken Roads with Drop Bear Bytes | 01:00:16 | |
About this episode: Colin McComb (Fallout 2, Planescape:Torment and Wasteland 2) who is Creative Lead on Broken Roads. Craig Ritchie - Game Director and Drop Bear Bytes co-founder & Leanne C. Taylor-Giles, Narrative Director talks about what they're bringing to the table and how inclusivity in relation to Australia's history is playing a huge part in their design approach. https://www.brokenroadsgame.com/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1403440/Broken_Roads/ https://twitter.com/BrokenRoadsGame https://www.instagram.com/dropbearbytes/?hl=en Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com | |||
| 15 Aug 2019 | GduX.me | Creative Life in Game Dev It’s Not Personal with Emily Grace Buck | 00:53:09 | |
Working in game dev can be stressful even on the best of days. But what happens to both your social circle and your work when you experience interpersonal conflict, burn out, go through a health or family crisis, or worse- lose your job?
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| 15 Feb 2022 | 0294: Art Boost | Fast Iteration on Epic Scenes with Boy Sichterman | 01:08:23 | |
About this episode: Read the full article here (https://wp.me/pcB0ew-XO) Boy Sichterman is a Concept Designer from Frankfurt, Germany. HIs expertise centers around fast 3D concept design and he utilizes all types of shortcuts to achieve 'that look' as quickly as possible. This is obviously a advantageous skill to have to realize a vision quickly to a finished state. Which helps finding out what works and what doesn't. This is another great Art Boost episode with students from Game School Online helping with relevant questions. Selected Links from this Episode https://www.boysichterman.com/ https://www.artstation.com/boysichterman https://www.linkedin.com/in/boy-sichterman-18306bb9/ Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 28 Jul 2020 | GduX.me ReDuX 2019 | Surviving the Artist Apocalypse with Kinman Chan | 01:11:52 | |
This session will be a moderated conversation about the ever shifting landscape of visual art in the entertainment industry!
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| 04 Dec 2018 | 0167: 630K Subscribers and Counting with the Brackeys Team | 01:13:25 | |
Brackeys is one of the fastest growing tutorial resources in game development. Brackeys provides the tools and knowledge needed to program, shape, and design cross-platform applications from ground up using state of the art software. This week we discuss the transition from running a studio office versus renting an office space and how they are advancing to their next goals.
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| 23 Jun 2022 | 0307: Roundtable News | Hiring Freezes and Summerfest Review | 01:18:52 | |
About this episode: The tech industry are freezing hires, it feels like we are going into a recession, and overall everyone is taking less risk. What does this all mean for game devs? Find out in this month's Roundtable news! Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 23 Mar 2021 | 0263: Proceduralism in Games with Luiz Kruel | 01:06:53 | |
Every big game both indie and AAA are moving towards proceduralism. A movement Luiz plays a big part in by pushing Houdini game dev tools for industry acceptance.
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| 01 Aug 2023 | 0327: XR for Game Developers with Tony Bevilacqua | 01:00:42 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Dive into the future of game development with Tony Bevilacqua, the founder of Cognitive3D, in our latest podcast episode. Uncover the emerging potential of XR in revolutionizing gaming experiences. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the intersection of XR, analytics, and gaming. Cognitive3D | Analytics for VR, AR, MR Tony Bevilacqua | LinkedIn Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained
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| 31 Dec 2020 | 0248: Best of 2020 | 04:03:56 | |
Wrapping up 2020 in the best way possible with some standout moments and lessons from fantastic people!
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| 15 Jan 2021 | 0252: Art Boost | Inventing a New 3D Painterly Style with Miklos Bencz | 00:52:55 | |
Miklos Bencz is a artist from Hungary that is completely self-taught. His artwork speaks for itself for being original and has a final quality that really pushes the 3d medium.
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This episode is presented by Game School Online, www.gameschoolonline.com. If you want to learn AAA game dev for free go over and get your career started!
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| 13 Nov 2018 | 0164: Roundtable News- Diablo Immortal Flub, Red Dead, Blackout, Riot Update, Jade Raymond, Unionization | 01:11:23 | |
Roundtable News brings you discussions from game industry vets about last months biggest news. We talk about the biggest headliners from the recent backlash from the Diablo Immortal PR blunder. Our panel also discusses about the Red Dead Redemption 2 Crunch, Blackout update, Riot gender lawsuit, Jade Raymond leaving EA Motive, and how relevant is game unionization.
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| 30 Jul 2019 | 0199: Glassdoor Confessions on Epic Games | 01:03:43 | |
A in depth look at how Epic Games run their studio with the onslaught success of Fortnite. Is the developer a model or a villain to other game studios. We take a look and decide.
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| 10 May 2022 | 0305: Roundtable News | Will Hybrid/Remote Working Last? | 01:50:05 | |
About this episode: Watch the live video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPH7wwj0MaE Unionization is becoming a fast reality. Tech companies are retracing from their pandemic growth to pre-Covid levels. Game Developers are all starting to move back into the office. Find out in this month's Roundtable News. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 25 Dec 2018 | 0170: Getting to a Happy Place with Warframe featuring Alex Jerjomin | 01:07:10 | |
Alex Jerjomin is a Senior Environment Artist working at Digital Extremes on Warframe. He has spent 7 years in the industry living on different continents working on the Fable franchise to working on the Spyro series. In this episode we talk about his struggle to get freelance to work as a side hustle and his general view points on where we are as a industry.
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| 11 Dec 2018 | 0168: Roundtable News- Epic Games Store, Fallout 76, Obsidian, Game Awards, 2019 Predictions | 01:01:00 | |
Roundtable News brings you discussions from game industry vets about last months biggest news. We talk about the biggest headliners from Epic Games announcing their game store, Fallout 76 upsetting their fanbase, Obsidian being bought out by Microsoft, Game Awards and new game announcements, and the crew's 2019 game predictions. | |||
| 09 Apr 2019 | 0185: Glassdoor Confessions on Bioware | 01:14:11 | |
Glassdoor Confessions is a segment where game devs analyze a company's strengths and weaknesses based on glassdoor reviews, anonymous tips, and articles. Bioware recently is going through a tough time with a studio culture of working overtime and under stressful situations. Larry and Brandon sits down this week to give a game developer's perspective on what needs to change and what developers need to do now to prepare themselves for what affects all of us.
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| 29 Jun 2021 | 0275: GduX.me | Breaking Art with Miklos Bencz | 00:56:50 | |
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Breakthroughs and breakdowns on the journey of game art.
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| 07 Jun 2023 | 0320: Harnessing User Feedback- Refining Game Design with John Li | 00:59:25 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Dive into the world of game development in our latest podcast episode featuring John Li, co-founder of Pick Fu. Discover how Pick Fu revolutionized user testing, offering rapid, targeted insights to optimize game design and launches. Learn from success stories where testing has led to improved game design and boosted user acquisition ROI. Explore the intricacies of game concept development, market validation, and the future of game design. Gain tips for finding a market for your game concepts, perfect for indie developers. Understand how Pick Fu handles massive user data and the trends in user behavior in gaming. Tune in to leverage Pick Fu's platform and elevate your game development journey. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 31 May 2023 | 0319: Beyond Borders - Game Localization Insights from Allcorrect's Demid Tishin & Marina Turkina | 01:12:33 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: In this captivating episode, experts, Demid Tishin & Marina Turkina, in video game localization discuss the intricacies of their field. They highlight how the process often comes in at the end of the development cycle, leading to a crunch situation, and share interesting anecdotes about the challenges of dealing with missed deadlines, tight budgets, and large amounts of text. The team delves into the importance of culturalization in the localization process, explaining how it can prevent potential cultural issues while improving player engagement. They touch upon the role of voiceovers in games, the organization of their localization teams, and some unique cases they've handled. If you're interested in the behind-the-scenes world of game development and want to understand how games become accessible to diverse global audiences, this is a must-listen episode.
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| 07 Jan 2025 | 0357: New Year Resolution & Kicking off 2025 | 00:35:19 | |
About this episode: Coming back after a hiatus, I talk about what conversations and topics I'll be tackling for 2025. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained
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| 19 Sep 2023 | 0331: Making Lucid with Eric Manahan | 01:04:44 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Dive into the intriguing tale of Eric Manahan, a former architect turned game developer, as he transitions from the structured world of building design to the fluid realm of 32-bit gaming. Eric's "Lucid", a nod to the SNES era, is a manifestation of his passion and a homage to his childhood gaming memories. Beyond the pixels, discover the blend of architectural principles with game design as floor plans transform into immersive side-scrollers. As we delve into Eric's story, uncover the broader allure that draws architects to the gaming universe. If you've ever wondered how diverse skills can intersect in the most unexpected of domains, this episode is a must-listen.
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| 27 Nov 2018 | 0166: Exploring VR with Jonathan Hawkins | 01:05:06 | |
Jonathan Hawkins is the founder of White Elk Studios and have been decorated with high praise and awards from his first VR game Eclipse. His second game Covert for the Occulus GO has been freshly released and is picking up a lot of buzz. This week, Jonathan having spent over a decade working on the God of War series as a designer, has a real conversation with us of what it is like leaving AAA to explore the new frontier of AR/VR.
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| 26 Apr 2022 | 0304: Art Boost | Making Weapons for Back 4 Blood with Brad Boyles | 01:00:57 | |
About this episode: Check out the video version: https://youtu.be/Abod_U1a-Ig Brad Boyles is a Senior Weapon Artist at Turtle Rock Studios and was responsible for half the weaponry used in Back 4 Blood. https://www.artstation.com/bradboyles https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradboyles/ Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com | |||
| 21 Jan 2020 | GduX.me | Leveraging the Turbulent Roller Coaster of Life with Richard Lico | 01:09:29 | |
This talk will emphasize the importance of life experience and using that information to build gameplay moments which resonate with players.
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| 21 May 2019 | 0191: Version Control with Perforce featuring Brad Hart | 01:05:11 | |
Brad Hart is the Chief Technology officer for Perforce. Before getting in the tech industry, Brad had a completely different career in Mechanical Engineering in aviation and his itch for working with computers turned from a hobby to him selling his first tech company.
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| 05 Jul 2023 | 0324: The Story of Battlebit Remastered with Max Fink (theliquidhorse) | 01:23:17 | |
https://magicmind.com/unchained 56% off subscription 20% for one-time purchases with my code GAMEDEV20 Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Uncover the story behind indie sensation BattleBit Remastered in an exclusive chat with developer Max Fink. Journey through their inspiring adventure, from pushing their limits to creating a game capable of supporting 250 players on low-end hardware, to their unexpected success on Steam. Discover how this ambitious trio honed their skills and crafted a gaming experience akin to giants like CS:GO and Battlefield. This remarkable story of determination, community engagement, and a love for gaming is one you wouldn't want to miss. Dive in, hear the full story, and get inspired to push your own limits in game development. BattleBit Remastered on Steam (steampowered.com)BATTLEBIT 🚀 AVAILABLE NOW! BATTLEBIT REMASTERED - BattleBit Remastered (joinbattlebit.com) Max Fink (artstation.com) Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 28 Jan 2025 | 0360: Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut with Tony & Abby Howard | 01:00:34 | |
About this episode: Tony & Abby are independent game developers behind Black Tabby Games. Following up their first success, Scarlet Hollow, Slay the Princess is already a hit. I sat down with the team to learn about how the game came to be, and their advice doing this the second time. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained Slay the Princess — The Pristine Cut on Steam Black Tabby Games Slay the Princess - The Pristine Cut OUT NOW (@blacktabbygames) / X | |||
| 03 Mar 2020 | 0216: California AB5 Affecting Game Devs with Zac Rich | 01:07:53 | |
California AB5 Bill passed in November 2019 and are already having ramifications in all creative industries, including the game industry. Contractors all over California are finding themselves at a disadvantage and Zac Rich helps paint a clear picture on what this all means for game devs.
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| 25 Jul 2019 | GduX.me | Full Indie- Taking the Leap of Faith with Jeff Spoonhower | 01:02:17 | |
You've got a great idea for an indie game, but how do you go about creating it? In this talk, 17-year game developer, art director, and college professor Jeff Spoonhower will offer advice on breaking into the indie games space.
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| 25 Aug 2020 | GduX.me 2020 | User Generated Content System Seller or Legal Nightmare? with Zachary Rich | 00:57:45 | |
Minecraft, Dreams, Trove, And Roblocks.. What Do These Popular Games All Have In Common? They All Feature Or Are Built Around User Generated Content.
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| 03 Sep 2021 | Games ReCAP | Naughty Dog Stopping Crunch Culture? | 00:10:27 | |
Naughty Dog has been under the spotlight lately about its crunch culture practices and forcing the Co-President to respond to how the company is looking to mitigate the issues internally. Is it enough or just damage control? Find out in today's Games ReCAP! | |||
| 20 Jul 2021 | 0277: Roundtable News | Valve Steamdeck | 01:08:46 | |
This episode is sponsored by GamesBoost42. Valve is doubling down on hardware and answering with a more hardcore "Switch" of their own. What is this all about? Listen in and catch up! Connect with Ray! ● https://twitter.com/Wadarass This episode is brought to you by www.gameschoolonline.com! | |||
| 22 Mar 2022 | 0299: Art Boost | Making Concept Art in Valorant with Brian Yam | 00:55:17 | |
About this episode: Brian Yam is the art lead at Riot Games for Valorant. He walked through some of the best practices for making multiiplayer maps. https://twitter.com/gafferongames Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com | |||
| 02 Oct 2018 | 0158: Glassdoor Confessions on Telltale Games | 01:19:55 | |
Telltale Games recently shut its doors and laid off 275 full-time employees with no severance and week left on health insurance. Although, this type of malpractice and ill treatment of game developers isn't new, the lasting impact is being felt throughout the industry. Larry and Brandon sits down this week to give a game developer's perspective on what needs to change and what developers need to do now to prepare themselves for what will eventually happen to all of us.
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| 30 Oct 2018 | 0162: Glassdoor Confessions on Telltale Games Part 2 with Emily Grace Buck | 01:03:30 | |
We continue to investigate what went wrong at Telltale Games leading up to the layoff of 275 game developers. Our panel includes previous developers from Telltale Games, Emily Grace Buck and Travis Goodwin. We also welcome back our friend Emma Kinema from Game Workers Unite to explain how Unionization could have helped and what we could do as game developers to be safe in the workplace again.
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| 03 Sep 2019 | 0203: Growing the Core Team with Pete Bottomley | 01:02:28 | |
Pete Bottomley is the co founder of White Paper Games. and has helped shipped two beloved titles: Ether One, a first person adventure that deals with the fragility of the human mind. And the Occupation, A FIRST-PERSON, FIXED-TIME, INVESTIGATIVE THRILLER SET IN NORTH WEST ENGLAND ON 24TH OCTOBER 1987.
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| 29 Jan 2019 | 0175: Developing Your IP wIth Web Comics from TAPAS MEDIA's Josh Bakken | 01:02:50 | |
Tapas Media is an indie digital comic book company who has just expanded their business to co-develop and publish some of their biggest titles into mobile games. Tapas has around 2.1 Million active users on its platform, and I think this is a very interesting and unique brand that bridges comics and manga, to indie gaming. Their newest game is called ‘Dungeon Construction Co.’ and it is an adventure puzzle game based on a best-selling indie comic book.
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| 16 Mar 2021 | 0262: Roundtable News | Anthem Cancelled?! | 01:20:15 | |
Anthem is officially cancelled. Epic VS Apple VS VALVE?! AR is entering into the fight now?! Find out in this month's roundtable news episode.
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| 30 Apr 2024 | 0344: Harmonizing Innovation: The 'Lullaby of Life' Journey with Francisco Lara Sikorski | 01:01:45 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Read Article: https://wp.me/pcB0ew-1gR Francisco discussed the development, funding, and challenges of their game 'Lullaby of Life', including the importance of music and sound in the gaming experience. We also touched on the ongoing layoffs in the game development industry, the concept of early access, and the potential of new technologies such as the Steam Deck. Lastly, we shared advice for aspiring developers and discussed the balancing act between passion and business savvy.
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| 14 May 2019 | 0190: Weighing Risk VS Regret with Richard Lico | 00:59:15 | |
Richard Lico returns after two years to catch us up with how he and his team at Polyarc are doing after the success of their first indie title Moss VR. We discuss all the major milestones and dive into the business side of things.
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| 05 May 2020 | 0223: Roundtable News - CoVID 19 Updates, Magic Leap Scam, Stadia, VR, PS5, Valorant CS GO | 01:16:31 | |
Let's see catch up with what COVID-19 has impacted the game industry in month 2. Magic Leap is making a massive layoff. Stadia Direct? Check out this week's Roundtable News Episode.
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| 05 Mar 2019 | 0180: Game Workers Unite GDC 2019 Plans | 01:03:24 | |
Unionizing game workers caught a major spark in discussion across the industry far and wide and has reached a fever pitch in recent months. Game Workers Unite is at the forefront of the movement and it is no doubt that this upcoming 2019 Game Developers Conference will be about Unionization in a huge way. To help lay out what developers can expect and also come to GDC prepared for, Emma from Game Workers Unite joins us this week to share their plans.
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| 12 Dec 2023 | 0338: Roundtable News | Fortnite Lego, Game Awards, and GTA VI | 01:39:08 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: In this episode, I sit with Ray Graham about the latest news and trends that affects game developers. Fortnite is making a huge comeback, our breakdown of the Game Awards latest announcement, and of course preparing ourselves to GTA VI. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 26 Oct 2021 | 0286: Roundtable News | The Rise of Big Tech Game Companies | 01:13:44 | |
This episode is brought to you by Mudstack & Manscaped Get started for free in just a few minutes at mudstack.com Mudstack is the only asset management and collaboration platform custom built for game studios and digital artists. Level up your game art and your art game with mudstack. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code GDU at MANSCAPED.com About this episode: Big tech is advancing the game industry like never before. For this decade, we are seeing Facebook, Google, Amazon, and Apple coming in swinging hard and are seemingly leading the way for innovation for games. Are traditional game companies playing it too safe? If so, are we okay letting big tech be in the driving seat for now? Find out in this episode! Connect with us: | |||
| 15 Oct 2019 | 0207: Making the Sale with Michael Volpe | 00:58:28 | |
Michael Volpe is the Marketing Manager at IO Gear, a hardware peripheral company. He has spent decades working primarily in the game industry as a Brand Strategist and in Public Relations. He shares his experience on how to present yourself in the public eye as a representative in your company and his thoughts on how technology is changing our lives.
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| 07 May 2024 | 0345: Roundtable News | The Impact of Team Size, Community, and Industry Trends on Game Development | 01:33:14 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: We discussed the challenges of the job market and game industry layoffs., the success of smaller teams and the importance of building a community around a game. We examined the trend of remastering and sequels, and the dynamics of team size on game quality. Raymond Graham (@Wadarass) / X (twitter.com) Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 05 Apr 2022 | 0301: Roundtable News | Biggest Heist in History with NFT Game Axie Infinity | 01:31:57 | |
About this episode: Watch the live video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYn7nBWQfBA $600 millions dollars have been stolen from the most popular NFT game, Axie Infinity. What happened? Additionally, are workers too empowered nowadays or should there be always a balance? Find out in this month's Roundtable News. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/wadarass https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 29 Sep 2020 | 0236: Roundtable News | Microsoft Buys Zenimax, EPIC V Apple, Subscription, & Tencent | 01:10:52 | |
In this month's Rountable News episode the crew discusses the latest debacle between Epic VS Apple. Microsoft buying up Zenimax, Sony never going all in with the subscription model, and Tencent being under pressure.
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| 30 Apr 2019 | 0188: The State of Game Education with Monica Cappiello | 01:14:48 | |
Monica Cappiello has been a Director of Education for over ten years. She currently serves as the Department Director of Digital Arts and Animation at Cogswell College and was the Dean of Academic affairs at multiple Art Institutes. She now sits with us to discuss the current state of Game Education in the United States and why things are the way they are.
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| 09 Oct 2018 | 0159: Leading Character Art with Gavin Goulden | 01:05:17 | |
Gavin Goulden is the Lead Character Artist at Insomniac Games, having recently released Spiderman PS4. Prior to this, he was the Lead Character Artist on Bioshock Infinite, Character Artist on Dead Rising 2, The Bigs 2, Damnation, and contributed to titles like FEAR 2, Dragon Age, and many independent projects.
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| 02 Aug 2022 | 0309: Roundtable News | Activision Blizzard and Meta Stopping Growth | 01:29:28 | |
About this episode: Meta isn't happy with progress, Activision Blizzard has lower active monthly users, and everybody in the industry is on a wait and see approach for the next year. How does this all affect you?! Find out in this Roundtable News episode. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 01 Dec 2020 | 0243: Distributed Work Past, Present, and Future with Scott Millard | 01:07:13 | |
Scott Milliard is the Managing Director at Feardemic. He has decades worth of experience managing teams across the globe shipping games through distributed talent.
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| 28 Jan 2020 | 0213: Indie Dev with Family Featuring Richard Khoo | 01:19:36 | |
Richard Khoo joins us to talk about starting a indie dev studio with his family. We talk about the challenges, game design principles, and differences that presents opposed to his AAA 300+ plus team past experiences.
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| 14 Jul 2021 | 0276: SoapBox | Latest Updates and Resolving Internal Conflicts | 01:07:24 | |
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In this episode I update the latest status of the podcast and the reason for my unexpected short absence. I also share a recent conversation with a colleague about him approaching a career crossroad and share the advice that I gave him.
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| 21 Apr 2020 | 0221: What COVID19 Closing all Game Dev Events Means for Indie Dev with Renee Gittins | 01:04:10 | |
Renee Gittens is the Executive Director of IGDA (https://igda.org/) and joins us to talk about the relief efforts that are available for indie developers this year. COVID-19 has derailed many plans for developers around the world and we discuss strategies of how to best combat the issues and still win as a game developer.
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| 11 Sep 2018 | 0155: Roundtable News-Madden Tragedy, Siggraph, Riot Games, Behaving at work, Google versus Epic | 01:11:44 | |
This Roundtable News brings you discussions from game industry vets about last months biggest news. We talk about the biggest headliners starting out with condolences to friends and families of the victim during the Madden tragedy. The new RTX graphics cards, Riot Games and how they are battling sexism at the workplace, also on how to behave outside and inside of work. We conclude the episode with the Epic showdown between Fortnite and Google Play.
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| 10 Jan 2023 | 0313: Roundtable News | What is up with Meta? | 01:35:08 | |
About this episode: There are a million things on how to run a tech company to the ground and that seems to be what Meta is all about lately. We talk about the best value for the buck as a gamer and also we catch up on the latest news affecting game developers. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 15 Oct 2024 | 0356: Escape From Hadrian's Wall with Jim Gray | 01:17:33 | |
About this episode: Jim Gray is a seasoned video game professional with over two decades of experience, having led engineering and development teams at notable companies such as ILMxLAB, Sledgehammer Games, and Midnight Society. He has a strong background in gameplay programming and engineering management, contributing to titles like Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare and Ralph Breaks VR. Currently, Jim is the Founder and CEO of Jim Gray Productions, building a new video game production company from the ground up.
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| 08 Feb 2022 | 0293: Roundtable News | Acquisitions & VR Failures | 01:39:14 | |
This episode is brought to you by AppFigures! Head to https://appfigures.com/on/gamedevunchained.com to try App figures for free. If you like it, use our special code GDU3030 to get 30% off for the next 3 months. About this episode: Read the full article here (https://wp.me/pcB0ew-SG) Microsoft buys Activision, Sony buys Bungie, and Take Two buys Zynga. This past month has been a crazy for sale era of game companies and we dig through all of it to see if it makes sense or worth it? Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind | |||
| 23 Feb 2021 | 0259: The Convergence of Games and Movies with Mauro Frau | 01:09:08 | |
Mauro Frau is the co-founder and creative director at Treehouse Ninjas, an independent studio creating high-end environment art and lighting for movies and games.
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| 19 Mar 2019 | 0182: Narrative Design on Little Nightmares with Dave Mervik | 01:07:15 | |
Dave Mervik joins us from Tarsier Studios to discuss early development for Little Nightmares. We also talk about the studio's transition turning from a co-development game studio to a independent one.
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| 02 May 2023 | 0315: How AI is Taking Over the Gaming Industry and What It Means for You with Adnan Chaumette | 01:31:09 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: In a recent episode of Game Dev Unchained, host Brandon Pham sat down with Adnan Chaumette, founder of Polygon Flow, to discuss the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the gaming and entertainment industries. Chaumette, shared his insights on how AI technology has the potential to revolutionize the creation process for artists and developers. For a complete breakdown and something to reference in written form visit the article here: How AI is Taking Over the Gaming Industry and What It Means for You with Adnan Chaumette – Game Dev Unchained Polygonflow - Workflows of the future Adnan (@AdnanChaumette) / Twitter Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 13 Apr 2022 | 0302: Art Boost | Making Environments for Last of Us 2 with Nestor Carpintero | 01:11:23 | |
About this episode: Nestor is Sr. Environment Artist at Naughty Dog games. He walked through some of the best practices when making games for 1886, Spiderman, and Last of Us 2. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nestorcarpintero/ Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com | |||
| 28 Feb 2022 | Ukrainian Game Studios are Fighting Back | Games ReCAP | 00:07:29 | |
About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tw11mPG6WIQ&t=5s&ab_channel=GameDevUnchained) Ukrainian studios like GSC Game World, Frogwares, and others have spoken out against the Russian invasion on Thursday. How to Help:
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| 30 Jun 2020 | 0228: Developing Games in the Philippines with Ryan Sumo | 01:06:27 | |
Ryan Sumo is a cofounder ofSqueaky Wheel living in the Philippines. His studio has shipped two indie titles, Political Animals and Academia Game.
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| 12 Jan 2021 | 0251: From Designer to Programmer with Scott Lagrasta | 01:15:24 | |
Scott Lagrasta is currently a Programmer at Massive Entertainment, a Ubisoft Studio. Previously, before switching to programming he was a successful designer contributing to high-profile AAA games like Bioshock 2 and The Bureau: XCOM Declassified.
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| 28 Nov 2023 | 0336: Navigating the Storms of Indie Publishing with Pete Bottomley | 01:23:09 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Dive into the fascinating world of game development with a returning guest Pete Bottomley, co-founder of White Paper Games, unravel the intricacies of crafting narrative-driven titles in the ever-evolving gaming industry. From the impacts of the pandemic on studio operations to the resurgence of single-player games, this episode offers a deep dive into the creative and operational shifts that are shaping the future of gaming. We discuss the delicate balance of bootstrapping versus seeking funding, the importance of retaining IP rights, and the strategic decisions behind scoping and pitching projects. Listen in as we explore how small teams can thrive in a competitive market, the realities of publisher negotiations, and the trends that are signaling a return to indie roots, all while navigating the complexities of game design with passion and precision. This episode is not just a conversation; it's a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in the art and business of making games. Don't miss out on these valuable lessons and heartfelt stories from industry veterans. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 11 Aug 2020 | 0230: Exploring the Mobile Industry with Nadav Ashkenazy | 01:19:18 | |
The mobile industry have always been a uncharted territory to game developers outside the mobile game industry. But the conversation with Nadav helps fill in that gap and why mobile games is laying the foundation of our industry. ► Check out the video version: https://youtu.be/yDNEYviNEnY ···················································································· ●https://supersonic.com/ ●https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadav-ashkenazy-34083aba/?originalSubdomain=il ···················································································· Watch live 11 AM PST Tuesdays on https://www.twitch.tv/blu_champs ♥ Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/bluchamps?sub... ● Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/sJtGmpV ● Website: http://gamedevunchained.com ●Twitter: https://twitter.com/BLUchamps ● Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bluchamps Every week Brandon talk to game developers on how to be successful. | |||
| 26 Nov 2019 | 0210: Public Relations with Michael Brown | 01:01:08 | |
Michael Brown is the CEO of Vicarious PR (vicariouspr.com) and we discuss the pitfalls and successes of how developers promote their games.
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| 08 Jan 2021 | 0250: Art Boost | Architectural Concept with Gabriel Yeganyan | 00:56:10 | |
Gabriel Yeganyan is currently a Senior Concept Artist at Respawn and has worked with many top leading studios like Riot, Infinity Ward, and Sony Santa Monica Studios.
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| 22 Jan 2025 | 0359: Roundtable News | Tencent is a Military Company? | 01:03:27 | |
Get 45% off for mental wealth bundled with Magic Mind's new Sleep Elixir for better sleep. About this episode: Tencent comes into question and is listed as a military company. Ray and I also talked about Ubisoft latest update, and how the industry is recovering. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained Special Links: | |||
| 10 Nov 2020 | GDuX.me 2020 | Surviving Long Term in the Game Industry with Moo Yu | 01:00:09 | |
Moo Yu Has Taken A Seemingly Bizarre 15-Year Route Through The Game Industry With Stops In AAA, Facebook, Mobile, Indie, And Even Children's Web Games.
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| 17 Sep 2019 | 0204: Winning with Few Resources featuring Igor Puskaric | 00:59:31 | |
Igor Puskaric lives in Croatia, a country in Eastern Europe, where the game development scene is in its infancy and the resources for great opportunities isn't that high. Igor thankfully, is one that makes his own luck and joins us to share his story of personal success and navigation through the industry.
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| 09 Aug 2022 | 0310: Leaving the Game Industry for Tech with Ryan Bullock | 01:15:28 | |
About this episode: Ryan Bullock have worked on the biggest games in the industry but in 2018 he was among a small group of developers that moved into Tech transferring the same skillset he has accumulated. This is a move that has become more prevalent in recent years, something that makes Ryan pretty much a pioneer in this space, relatively speaking. In this episode, he explains the differences he's seeing as well as what needs to be done to bridge the gap between the two industries. https://www.artstation.com/rsbullock https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryryb Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com | |||
| 18 Jul 2019 | GduX.me | State of the Industry Address | 01:08:28 | |
Brandon & Larry discusses the current state of the industry and shares some personal stories on why GduX needed to happen and why this is the perfect time to address the issues.
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| 18 May 2021 | 0271: Simplifying Efficient Workflows with Daniel Bystedt | 01:06:04 | |
Daniel Bystedt is a character & creature artist currently working at Embark Studios in Stockholm Sweden. He has been betting big on using Blender for his whole workflow and his experience reflects what the industry is and needs to move towards, simplicity.
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| 22 Aug 2023 | 0330: Mastering Metaverse: John Krajewski’s Eco Adventure | 01:03:10 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Dive into the captivating journey of John Krajewski, the mastermind behind the thriving virtual world of Eco. With a pedigree from industry giants like EA, John took a leap and has been steering Strange Loop Games to success for 14 years. Discover how Eco, with over 800k enthusiastic members, is redefining online realms by empowering players as citizens. Learn about John's vision of a meaningful metaverse and get a glimpse of what it takes to design such intricate worlds. Beyond digital realms, uncover John's passion for board games and his insatiable appetite for learning. Tune in to grasp the future of immersive gaming, straight from the vanguard! John Krajewski | LinkedIn Eco (play.eco) Strange Loop Games Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 20 Aug 2019 | 0201: Lateral Up with Kylan Coats | 00:52:51 | |
Kylan Coats is the founder and creative director of Crispy Creative. We talk about transitioning from AAA development to being his own boss, and how the leap of faith just needs a forced push sometimes.
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| 27 Jun 2024 | 0351: Remote Collaboration with Magma and Socializing Game Development Featuring Oli Strong | 00:54:48 | |
Magic Mind is offering a saving of 48% for unchained listeners. This is their best offer yet and it won't last long! Give that brain a boost and start your day with Magic Mind. Go to https://www.magicmind.com/DEVUNCHAINED20 About this episode: We discussed the current challenges and future outlook for the game industry. Oli suggested that while the industry is experiencing a delayed effect from the Covid-19 pandemic, it is still an exciting area with significant attention from investors. However, Oli noted that larger funds are now participating in earlier stages of funding, which is causing more competition and reducing accessibility for exciting deals. Despite this, Oli remained optimistic, citing the industry's history of thriving during times of financial constraint. Brandon emphasized the importance of collaboration and the ongoing challenges of remote work in the aftermath of Covid-19. Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||
| 15 Mar 2022 | 0298: Multiplayer for Games with Glenn Fiedler | 00:55:58 | |
About this episode: Check out the video version (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Do2Hk3jKokM) Glenn Fiedler is the CEO of Network Next with past experiences at Respawn Entertainment & Playstation. Network Next is a group of game developers who decided to do something about game network performance. https://twitter.com/gafferongames Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com | |||
| 16 Apr 2019 | 0186: GDC 2019 Interviews with Adventure Academy & Falcon Age | 00:36:30 | |
Our first year as press to GDC 2019 was a huge success. This is the second of three series of the interview we did at GDC that are also available in video form on our youtube account starting Thursdays. Early access as usual will be released for our Patreon supporters. This set of interviews are the developers behind Adventure Academy, a MMO education platform for kids K-12 & the indie game Falcon Age.
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| 12 Feb 2025 | 0362: Gaming Today with Studio GM Chris Stone | 00:45:51 | |
About this episode:hristopher Stone is a dynamic Studio General Manager who has played a key role in some of the industry's most notable AAA titles. Currently, he's leading work on Ready or Not, while his impressive portfolio also includes high-profile projects such as Callisto Protocol, Days Gone, Call of Duty, and Dead Space. In this episode, Christopher shares his journey through groundbreaking game development, the challenges of steering large-scale projects, and his opinions for the future of gaming. Connect with us:• 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com• 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch...• ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com• 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su...•📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained Ready or Not on SteamExperience | Christopher Stone | LinkedInVOID Interactive | |||
| 10 Dec 2019 | GduX.me | Build Your Own Reputation and Help Other through Marketing with Derek Lieu | 00:46:57 | |
This talk will teach you how to make connections, and get clients simply by generously sharing your knowledge with others. By making written or video content based on your wealth of experience, you will position yourself as an expert in your field, and help others solve their problems. .
For the video version, please visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DB-C6BaFO_8
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| 03 Feb 2021 | 0255: Getting Creative after a World-Changing Event with Dave Mervik | 01:11:39 | |
Dave Mervik is currently a Senior Narrative Designer for Little Nightmares II at Tarsier Studios.
Check out the show notes: https://wp.me/pcB0ew-LV
Connect with Dave!
● https://tarsier.se/
●https://tarsier.se/games/little-nightmares-2/
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| 08 Jan 2019 | 0172: New Year Resolutions 2019 | 00:55:08 | |
Ushering the New Year in traditional fashion we review 2018 news that affected game developers and gamers alike. What the podcast's past and current goals are, and finally semi-announcing our indie game and Games Unchained initiative.
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| 25 Jul 2023 | 0326: UEFN & HaZ Dulull- A New Dawn for Creators | 01:08:22 | |
Subscribe to Game Dev Unchained! Get access to subscriber-only episodes for a monthly subscription. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamedevunchained/subscribe About this episode: Our guest, Haz Dullull, a founder of Hazanimation, takes us through his journey from video games to the movie industry and back, now leveraging gaming technology to produce animated films. Learn about the convergence of games and movies as industries begin to share tools, technology, and knowledge. Haz provides a fascinating look at the evolution of the gaming industry, its rising quality standards, and the blurring lines between games and film. Tune in to gain insights into the past, present, and future of these intertwined industries. HaZimationHaZimation (@HaZ_Dulull) Connect with us: • 🖥 http://gamedevunchained.com • 🎞️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ info@gamedevunchained.com • 💰 https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su... •📸 http://instagram.com/gamedevunchained | |||