Best Gameindustry Podcasts (2025)

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VGH #653: The Bones Are Their Money 1:21:20

11d ago1:21:20

1:21:20

Randy searches for buried treasure (actually is banana) in Donkey Kong Bananza, D.J. continues to ignore whatever's going on in Death Stranding 2. Also: Falling off a mountain in Peak, and a mysterious new way to play solitaire in Occlude. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Stream announcement (4:40) - Peak (29:37) - Death Stranding 2 (40:38) - Donkey…

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How Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Was Written – Jennifer Svedberg-Yen on Life, Characters & Story 1:01:07

20d ago1:01:07

1:01:07

In this heartfelt and revealing episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Jennifer Svedberg-Yen, the lead writer of the critically acclaimed Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. We dive deep into her creative process, her unique path from finance to storytelling, and the emotional, philosophical, and human layers that make Expedition 33 such a prof…

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VGH #652: Find the Sacred Gems! 1:17:43

26d ago1:17:43

1:17:43

D.J. takes his delivery business to a whole other country in Death Stranding 2. Meanwhile, Randy rearranges the landscape in Ruffy and the Riverside. Also: The latest scandals from the world of Mario Kart. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Mario Kart World (14:51) - Stream announcement: Peak (17:34) - GameCube wishlist (27:43) - Death Stranding 2: On…

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Conversation with the Composer of Death Stranding 2: Life, Career, and Working with Hideo Kojima 37:25

28d ago37:25

37:25

In this very special episode of Bonfire Conversations, I finally sit down with Ludvig Forssell—composer and audio director behind Metal Gear Solid V, Death Stranding, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.We talk about his journey from Sweden to Japan, how he landed his first gig at Konami, and what it’s really like collaborating with Hideo Kojima. L…

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VGH #651: I Always Want a Jetpack 1:14:05

1M ago1:14:05

1:14:05

The era of the Switch 2 continues with uh, Dungeon Clawler and F-ZERO GX. Oh, and more Mario Kart World! That's a Switch 2 game! Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Mario Kart World (19:32) - Stream announcement: Death Stranding 2 (31:52) - Dungeon Clawler (45:56) - F-ZERO GX (54:57) - GameCube on Switch 2 (1:10:51) - Outro…

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VGH #650: Road Warrior Wario 1:16:56

2M ago1:16:56

1:16:56

We get our hands on the Nintendo Switch 2, the greatest console to ever be able to play Mario Kart World! Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Switch 2 (47:44) - Mario Kart World (1:14:22) - OutroBy Video Game Hangover

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VGH #649: A Beer in Every Country 1:25:31

2M ago1:25:31

1:25:31

Randy returns from Super Nintendo World with a full report on mushroom-inspired dishes and Luigi-inspired cutlery. Meanwhile, D.J. once again finds himself aimlessly roaming the Japanese countryside in Promise Mascot Agency, but this time he's into it. Also: Strange Horticulture. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Super Nintendo World (42:49) - Game N…

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Austin Wintory on Life, Childhood, Creativity and Towerborne 1:01:52

3M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

Join me by the fire for a soulful and deep conversation with Grammy-nominated composer Austin Wintory, whose work on Journey, Flow, The Banner Saga, Assassin’s Creed Syndicate, and the new Towerborne has redefined what music can do in games.In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, we talk about childhood, creativity, meeting your heroes, memoirs, …

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VGH #648: The Toast Does Talk 1:20:01

3M ago1:20:01

1:20:01

D.J. regrets playing JRPGs that were not Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Meanwhile, Randy becomes a shadow frog in Schim before becoming a buttered cat in Cato: Buttered Cat (obviously). Also: The Infinity Nikki meltdown. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Deleting games (17:58) - Stream announcement: ? (19:23) - Monster Hunter Wilds (20:57) - Infinity N…

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0363: Roundtable News | Marathon Already Gassing Out? 1:13:27

3M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

About this episode:Marathon is supposed to usher in a return of great AAA western gaming, but did it fall short? Tune in for our impressions and outlook. Connect with us:• 🖥 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://gamedevunchained.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• 🎞️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ✉️ [email protected]• 💰⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/…

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Composer of Andor on Season 2, Working with Tony Gilroy, Star Wars Horror and Eli Roth 23:55

3M ago23:55

23:55

Dive deep into the sonic landscape of Andor Season 2 (Available on Disney Plus) with composer Brandon Roberts! In this exclusive Bonfire Conversations interview, Brandon shares the incredible journey of stepping into the Star Wars universe, following in the footsteps of John Williams and Nicholas Britell, to score one of the most critically acclaim…

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VGH #647: The Very Loud Man of Tsushima 1:18:44

3M ago1:18:44

1:18:44

Randy goes into detail about his late-night gaming regimen, while D.J. is confused about who exactly the Ghost of Tsushima is. (Is it him??) Also: Trying to buy a Switch 2, The Last of Us season 2, Spilled, and Star Overdrive. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Prime gaming time (8:24) - Revenge of Nintendo Switch 2 (21:05) - The Last of Us (31:23) - …

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VGH #646: GameCube Boot-Up Sequence 1:18:11

4M ago1:18:11

1:18:11

It's finally time!!! We get into every last detail from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the fallout from the Direct, the fallout from the fallout from the Direct, etc. Also: Blue Prince. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Stream announcement (6:53) - Nintendo Switch 2 (56:03) - Blue Prince (1:15:06) - Outro…

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VGH #645: Point-and-Click Situation 1:12:15

4M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Randy and D.J. learn a bunch of spooky new words in Cryptmaster. Also: Giving up bad habits in Death of the Reprobate, and trying to ignore the fancy cutscenes in Monster Hunter Wilds. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro (21:07) - Cryptmaster (33:31) - Death of the Reprobate (47:16) - Monster Hunter Wilds (1:03:55) - Final Fantasy XIV VS. Infinity Nikk…

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VGH #644: Fan-Favorite Monsters 1:19:26

5M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Some of the new features in Monster Hunter Wilds leave D.J. with a lot to think about. Meanwhile, Randy takes a break with Wanderstop, a game about making tea and definitely nothing else. Also: Ignoring what everyone's saying about Final Fantasy XIV and Animal Crossing. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/D.J. hates Final Fantasy XIV (14:18) - Randy lo…

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Loire Cotler (The Voice of Dune) On Music Therapy, Healing and Hans Zimmer 1:14:07

5M ago1:14:07

1:14:07

🚀 Dive deep into the transformative power of voice with Loire Cotler, the extraordinary vocalist behind the iconic vocals of Dune (Hans Zimmer) 🎶. In this captivating interview 🎙️, Loire shares her insights on music therapy 🧘‍♀️, the spiritual connection between sound and human consciousness 🌌, and the unique vocal language she developed for Dune 🏜…

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VGH #643: Mysterious Yakuza Reasons 1:14:00

5M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

D.J. escapes from his abusive relationship with Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, only to fall directly into whatever's going on in the brand new Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Also: Randy takes oral hygiene several light years too far in Mouthwashing. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro (10:38) - Stream announcement: Wanderstop (14:12) - Like a…

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Christopher Lennertz on Scoring "The Boys", "Back in Action", and Cancelled "Scalebound" 31:30

5M ago31:30

31:30

Welcome back to Bonfire Conversations! In this episode, I sit down with Christopher Lennertz, the mastermind behind the gritty, high-energy score of The Boys, the thrilling music of Back in Action, and legendary video game soundtracks like Medal of Honor, Mass Effect, and The Godfather.We dive deep into:🎬 The Boys – Crafting the dirty, chaotic soun…

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UI Design in Games: With "Diablo IV", "The Witcher 3" UI Designer 50:06

5M ago50:06

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UI design is one of the most overlooked yet crucial aspects of game development. In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Fernando Forero, the legendary UI designer behind The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, and Diablo 4. We break down what makes great UI/UX, how it shapes our gaming experience, and the biggest challenges in designing i…

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VGH #642: Cool, Cute and Fresh 1:25:08

6M ago1:25:08

1:25:08

Randy and D.J. embark on their dream vacation in Hello Kitty Island Adventure!!!!! Also, Infinity Nikki is here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro (8:42) - Hello Kitty Island Adventure (43:13) - Infinity Nikki (1:13:37) - Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers (1:21:39) - OutroBy Video Game Hangover

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Deep Dive with Eivør: Exploring Music, Spirituality, and Life 26:42

6M ago26:42

26:42

In this exclusive interview, I sit down with the extraordinary Eivør Pálsdóttir 🎤—a Nordic muse whose captivating voice has enchanted audiences around the globe 🌍. Hailing from the mystical Faroe Islands, Eivør masterfully blends ancient folk traditions with modern cinematic soundscapes 🎶. With award-winning albums, breathtaking live performances, …

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0362: Gaming Today with Studio GM Chris Stone 45:51

6M ago45:51

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, Chr…

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"Nosferatu" Cinematographer: An Interview on Techniques, Style, and Favorites 37:42

6M ago37:42

37:42

Join us for an exclusive interview with acclaimed two times Oscar-Nominated cinematographer Jarin Blaschke 🎥—a long-term collaborator of visionary director Robert Eggers. Discover the creative genius behind some of Eggers' most iconic films, including The Witch, The Lighthouse, The Northman, and the Oscar-nominated Nosferatu.In this in-depth conver…

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VGH #641: I Like Bats 1:24:19

6M ago1:24:19

1:24:19

Time to check in on what all those meddling kids are up to in Fortnite Festival. Also: Randy has a Balatro breakthrough before having a CineNerdle2 Battle breakathrurgle2. Battle. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Game trailers (6:54) - Stream announcement: Hello Kitty Island Adventure (09:43) - Fortnite Festival (44:47) - Balatro (1:02:36) - CineNer…

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0361: UFOs & Conspiracies with Leo Gonzalez 1:23:21

6M ago1:23:21

1:23:21

https://magicmind.com/gduJan⁠ Get 45% off for mental wealth bundled with Magic Mind's new Sleep Elixir for better sleep.About this episode:Leo Gonzalez is the cofounder of GoDemics, a co development studio that partners with Riot Games, Gearbox, and 2K. He's a veteran of the industry with over 15 years of experience. This episode we dive into a spe…

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0360: Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut with Tony & Abby Howard 1:00:34

6M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

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• 🎞️ ⁠…

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VGH #640: Best Game Music of 2024 1:36:57

6M ago1:36:57

1:36:57

Take a listen to some of our favorite game music from (mostly) 2024!By Video Game Hangover

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0359: Roundtable News | Tencent is a Military Company? 1:03:27

6M ago1:03:27

1:03:27

https://magicmind.com/gduJan 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…

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VGH #639: Best Games of 2024 1:14:15

7M ago1:14:15

1:14:15

After much debate over whether Slay the Spire should be disqualified (it was), we present our favorite games from 2024. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/NINTENDO SWITCH 2 ACTUAL DEFINITIVE REVEAL REAL (7:57) - Best of 2024 (13:00) - Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (20:40) - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (31:04) - 1000xRESIST (37:34) - Astro Bot …

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0358: Staying Strong in the Game with Jordan Smith 1:30:31

7M ago1:30:31

1:30:31

About this episode:In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Smith (20 year game design veteran) to talk about what it takes to keep pushing forward as a game developer when the industry feels like it’s falling apart. We share stories about staying passionate, dealing with uncertainty, and finding strength in tough times—things I know we’ve all faced…

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0357: New Year Resolution & Kicking off 2025 35:19

7M ago35:19

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...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ✉️ [email protected]• 💰 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠•📸 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/g…

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VGH #638: Peanut Butter by Volume 2:28:50

8M ago2:28:50

2:28:50

Another year, another strangely murder-centric holiday show. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Part 1 (1:12:30) - Part 1 (continued)By Video Game Hangover

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SILENT HILL 2 Remake Director on Crafting the Nightmare 38:16

8M ago38:16

38:16

Step into the world of psychological horror with Mateusz Lenart, the visionary director behind the highly acclaimed SILENT HILL 2 Remake. In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, we explore the creative process that brought this iconic nightmare back to life.Mateusz shares insights on:Lessons learned from his career.The challenges and triumphs of …

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Grammy-Nominated Composer of Wizardry and God of War, Talks Game Music, Industry Changes, and Future 40:33

8M ago40:33

40:33

In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Grammy-nominated composer Winifred Phillips to talk about her incredible journey in video game music. Winifred has scored iconic titles like Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, God of War, Assassin's Creed III: Liberation, The Sims 4, and LittleBigPlanet 3.We discuss her creative …

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VGH #637: All These Slime Things 1:21:10

8M ago1:21:10

1:21:10

Randy finishes off Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, D.J. (re-)starts Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, and everyone has a great time drinking and smoking in Webfishing. Also: How's Rez doing these days? Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (11:30) - All these slime things (15:59) - Drunktacular hype (20:39) - Webfishing (28:56) - Dragon Que…

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Shocking New Charles Manson Tapes with the Director of Making Manson 59:49

8M ago59:49

59:49

Step into the dark and twisted world of Charles Manson like never before. In this exclusive episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Billie Mintz, the director of the groundbreaking documentary Making Manson, now streaming on Peacock.Built around 20 years of never-before-heard taped conversations between Manson and journalist John Michael …

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Conversation: Designer of Dishonored and Deus Ex on Future Projects, Life and Past 1:08:26

8M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

🎙️ In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with the legendary Harvey Smith! 🚀✨ From shaping iconic immersive sims like Deus Ex and Dishonored to sharing his incredible life experiences, Harvey opens up in a heartfelt and insightful conversation that you won’t want to miss.We dive into:🕹️ The creative origins behind his groundbreaking g…

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VGH #636: Positive but Stupid 1:09:40

9M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

Randy and D.J. argue about how many numbers there are after playing Lorelei and the Laser Eyes. Also: Crow Country, What the Car?, more Zelda, and being very good, yet dumb, in Final Fantasy XIV. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (11:33) - Stream announcement: Webfishing (16:29) - Extra Life update (19:16) - Drunktacular hype …

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CTO of IO Interactive on 25th Anniversary, Glacier Engine, Future Devs Program 32:15

9M ago32:15

32:15

In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Ulas Karademir, a key figure in the technical evolution of IO Interactive. Ulas has played an integral role in shaping the studio’s flagship Glacier Engine and has extensive experience with a variety of game engines, including Unity and TMRW. We explore IO Interactive’s incredible 25-year jo…

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Conversation: Writer of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 & Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 51:04

9M ago51:04

51:04

In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I’m joined by Ashley Poprik 🎮✍️, the talented writer behind some of the most successful video games in recent years, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Modern Warfare 3, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.We dive deep into Ashley's impressive career journey, from her early days in short film 🎥 to crafting narrativ…

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VGH #635: The Guy Who Fights Dinosaurs 1:17:03

9M ago1:17:03

1:17:03

Catch up with what we played during this year's Extra Life game day, including Gourdlets, Slay the Spire, Subpar Pool, Jisatsu, and, of course, Turok: Dinosaur Hunter. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro (19:25) - Turok: The Guy Who Fights Dinosaurs (30:57) - Slay the Spire (41:14) - Gourdlets (50:36) - Zelda/Astro Bot (57:09) - Chilla’s Art: Jisatsu (…

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Extra Life 2024 Preview 20:14

9M ago20:14

20:14

Get a sneak peak at what we're playing at this year's Extra Life marathon! Head to vghangover.com/extralife for more details, including how to join us.By Video Game Hangover

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VGH #634: Happy Noises 1:16:07

9M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

What does Disney Speedstorm have in common with horrow throwback Hollowbody? Not too much, honestly. Also! Metaphor: ReFantazio and Ballionaire. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro (2:42) - Stream announcement: Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival (8:10) - Extra Life hype (11:47) - Disney Speedstorm (38:23) - Hollowbody (1:02:38) - Metaphor: ReFantazio (1:07:32…

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Conversation: Unlocking Immortality? The Future of Aging, Gene Therapy & Living Forever with Marcos Arrut 24:31

10M ago24:31

24:31

In this mind-blowing episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Marcos Arrut, co-founder of RenovaCode Therapeutics, to explore the future of human evolution and the science of extending life. From reversing aging to the possibility of achieving immortality, Marcos and his team are pioneering breakthroughs in gene therapy that could change t…

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Conversation: Aza Hand on Mixing Kneecap – The Sound Behind the Rebellion 30:51

10M ago30:51

30:51

In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Aza Hand, the re-recording mixer behind the explosive Irish film Kneecap, Ireland’s official submission for the 2025 Oscars. Aza takes us behind the scenes of this powerful, music-driven movie, sharing insights on the technical and creative challenges he faced while crafting the film’s dynam…

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0356: Escape From Hadrian's Wall with Jim Gray 1:17:33

10M ago1:17:33

1:17:33

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: A…

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VGH #633: Everything Is Expensive, Life Is Hard 1:13:50

10M ago1:13:50

1:13:50

Spooky season kicks off with discussion of Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (scary) and Conscript. Also: Johnny Depp and Call of Duty tattoos. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Burger Town (11:28) - Monday Stream/Extra Life hype (17:43) - Scary movies (30:29) - The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (55:58) - Conscript (1:10:21) - Outro…

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0355: Roundtable News | Ubisoft is Falling Hard 1:13:43

10M ago1:13:43

1:13:43

About this episode:Ubisoft is making all types of bad headlines. This was recorded even before the rumor that the brothers are looking to sell to Tencent. Given more credence to our doomsday prediction that Ubisoft is on its last desperate legs. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Raymond Graham (@Wadarass) / X⁠ Connect with us:• 🖥 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://gamedevunchained.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• 🎞️…

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VGH #632: You Can’t Give Astro Bot an AK 1:17:24

10M ago1:17:24

1:17:24

We're back—both in the country and in the recording booth—and catching up with Astro Bot and all the drama surrounding Concord and the PlayStation 5 Pro. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro/Randy’s European adventure (20:55) - Giant gaming headlines (34:07) - Stream announcement: Inscryption (36:00) - Extra Life hype (39:35) - Astro Bot (1:12:22) - Out…

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Daniel Pemberton and James Griffith on Music Production and Slow Horses 32:09

11M ago32:09

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🎙️ In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with two of the most creative minds in film and television music—Oscar-nominated composer Daniel Pemberton (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Trial of the Chicago 7) and James Griffith of Toydrum (Slow Horses, Three Pines). We dive deep into their collaborative work on the hit spy thril…

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