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Discover how you can make independent games from the comfort of your own home. Listen to stories from Thomas Brush and his guests, all indies making a full time living making their own indie games. Please subscribe, leave a review, and check out our free game kit, courses, and more (links in the episode descriptions)!
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Coffee with Butterscotch is the hilarity-filled official podcast of award-winning video game studio Butterscotch Shenanigans, best known for its smash hit Crashlands. Grab a drink and tune in every week to learn how video games are made and sold, our take on building a small company from scratch, and how to be an unstoppable problem-solving machine. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at https://podcast.bscotch.net
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Hosted by Sasquatch B Studios - We are a husband and wife indie dev team who quit our jobs and sold our house to fund starting our indie game studio. We talk about ALL things gamedev on this show, from personal struggles and triumphs, to industry tech. We also interview well-known dev-loggers and ask them burning dev questions!
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Game, Develop, Repeat

AnxiousBuddhaGames

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I analyze a game I love, discuss lessons learned from it, and then suggest straightforward tips to help every game developer sustain and grow their passion. Hosted by an ex music teacher turned indie game developer.
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Dev Heads

Second Wind

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Dev Heads brings together three hosts from the indie, AA, and AAA segments of the games industry, offering a panoramic view of game development. Join JM8 (The Bog, [REDACTED]), Tina Sanchez (Call of Duty, Apex Legends, God of War: Ragnarok) and Michael "Mikee" Tsarouhas (Insurgency, Insurgency: Sandstorm, Onward) fortnightly as they bridge the gap between different scales of operation, with topics that reveal the inner workings, struggles, and successes of developing games at each level.
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Game Dev Local Podcast (Previously Game Dev London) is all about bringing game design and game development to the game developers and fanatics across the games industry. Our hosts and guests bring their expertise and knowledge to each episode as we aim to help everyone, from those just starting out, to those looking to hone their skills! Each episode focuses on a specific area of #gamedev, from design, to news, to what's hot in the UK game scene right now! For more information visit "GameDev ...
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Indie Game Movement

Andrew Pappas, Game Marketing Strategist and Consultant

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Andrew Pappas, founder of RenGen Marketing helps take indie devs and their games to a whole new level by discussing business best practices and sharing marketing strategies and tips to better navigate the world of indie game marketing. Regardless if you’re an indie dev starting out or a veteran small team, the topic discussions apply to anyone wanting to better understand the online environment and stand out in a saturated market. A marketer since 2011, Andrew has found a passion for applyin ...
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Andrew Pappas, founder of RenGen Marketing helps take indie devs and their games to a whole new level by discussing business best practices and sharing marketing strategies and tips to better navigate the world of indie game marketing. Regardless if you’re an indie dev starting out or a veteran small team, the topic discussions apply to anyone wanting to better understand the online environment and stand out in a saturated market. A marketer since 2011, Andrew has found a passion for applyin ...
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Game TeaTime Podcast

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Game development podcast brought to you by the GameDev.tv community. Insightful and important advice from 90+ game industry experts. Listen to interviews with game designers, programmers, producers, artists, writers, sound designers, animators, music producers, video game composers, games journalists, CEOs and a host of others from the game development industry. On our community game dev podcast we've been lucky enough to talk with indie devs through to those working with AAA studios like Na ...
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Game Dev Unchained

Game Dev Unchained

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Our podcast breaks the mold of don't ask don't tell about the video game industry. We give everyone the real inside look at what its like to be a professional game developer, Every week we'll interview pro and indie developers, we'll talk jobs, studios, salaries and of course crunch horror stories. Tune in! Hosted by Brandon Pham
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Hello friends old and new! Welcome to Stupid Little Games, a podcast where we talk abut all things gaming from the inside out. Each week, I (Jess Pardue) sit down with an insider from various parts of the gaming industry, from indie to AAA. We talk about our current gaming obsessions, tell stories from projects past and present, and then we’ll play a Stupid Little Game that I write especially for each guest, all with a splash of humor and whimsy. If you’re an industry veteran yearning to hea ...
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Rust Game Dev

Richard Patching

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In-depth interviews with indie game developers creating titles with the Rust programming language. We cover technical topics as well as the business of open source and commercial indie games development.
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Hello everybody, and welcome to Some Patches Required. Every other Wednesday, your hosts Aaron and Zak use their backgrounds in game development and analysis to discuss various facets of the ever-turbulent games industry. From interviews with AAA/indie devs to deep dives on timely topics, the duo hopes to entertain and educate you on this wild medium we all love.
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Press Start Turbo

Please Stop Talking

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The PST lads talk video game news, spotlight a game of the week, and interview industry people. All with "distinctive" and "normal" humor and commentary. I hate writing descriptions just listen for like 2 minutes you can tell if fart jokes are for you.
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Inside Indie Games

UK Games Fund

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The Game Development show for indie developers, Inside Indie Games’ explores what it is that inspires and motivates games developers make the games they do. Our community of independent games developers are among the brightest and best in UK games dev talent and, on this show, we're tapping into their expertise and experience, to find out how you can build your own successful games company. Learn from the experts what challenges, successes and opportunities are typical for independent games ...
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Game Dev Hideout

Sixfive Media

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Hello and Welcome to the Game Dev Hideout! In season 2 of the Turn by Turn podcast, Chris and Daniel started interviewing Indie Game Devs about the turn-based RPGs they were making. It turned out to be lots of fun and we met lots of cool people so we decided that we wanted to continue. However, halfway through the season, it started to feel like two different shows so we decided to make them different shows! Now, rather than just talking with turn-based devs we will be talking to devs of all ...
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Wardcast

Ward Games

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Join Ward Games and friends on the journey of a lifetime: learning how to make games for a living! Listen in as we talk with game dev folks both local and from around the world about game development, gaming news, and more.
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The Dev Dump

Goodgis, Barji, PolyMars, Reece Geofroy

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Perhaps the #1 podcast for indie game development, hosted by Barji, Goodgis, PolyMars and Reece Geofroy. Goodgis: https://www.youtube.com/goodgis​ Barji: https://www.youtube.com/barjino​ PolyMars: https://www.youtube.com/polymars​ Reece Geofroy https://www.youtube.com/reecegeofroy
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The Game Dev Show

Kaley and Luke

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Gaming Is the largest entertainment format In the world. Larger than both Music and Film combined. Yet, there are so few dedicated platforms for the Industries biggest and brightest contributors to tell their story. The Game Dev Show's objective Is to create a platform, a talk-show, for the video games Industry and the people who have helped make it what it is today.
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The Blacspiration Podcast

Callmeazia & Cortez Washington

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Inspiring Black people one episode at a time! This is the place to find your favorite Black people who are breaking down barriers and paving the way by always staying true to themselves and unapologetic at all times! Plus, tune in for reviews, interviews and more!
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Game Dev Podcast hosted by Team RisingHigh, a 13 Time Apple Featured Indie Game Studio. Kevin & Jilly discuss everything game development and game making topics. Covering all aspects of creating, designing and marketing mobile and indie games. Actionable, practical Game Dev info squirted up your ears every week, you just bring the biscuits.
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Thousand Ant Indie Dev Podcast

Matt Mirrorfish and Sam Eng

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In this game dev podcast with Matt Mirrorfish and Sam Eng of Thousand Ant we talk about making indie games in Unity3d, programming in C#, how to find the right software design architecture, artistic expression in games and a whole lot more.
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Dev Diary Podcast

Forever an Astronaut

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The Dev Diary Podcast is the official sister-show to the documentary film series. The podcast shares the same mission as the series, which is to showcase the personal lives, obstacles, and resolutions of indie video game developers in as genuine a way as possible. The show is hosted by James Reichmuth and produced by Forever an Astronaut (http://www.foreveranastronaut.com)
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Behind The Indies

Brian C Schneider

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“The Great Indiedev Mindshare” AT BEHIND THE INDIES WE ARE ALL ABOUT SUPPORTING INDIE DESIGNERS, STUDIOS, AND DEV TEAMS BY GIVING YOU A ‘BEHIND THE SCENES’ LOOK AT THE TALENTED FOLKS MAKING SOME REALLY GREAT INDIE GAMES!
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Indie Game International is currently on hiatus. Plans to return are in the works. When? Your guess is as good as mine. Please enjoy over 200 episodes with game devs worldwide. Thank you for listening! Are you an indie dev? Looking to get into the industry? Curious about how your favorite indie games are made and, most importantly, who makes them? Listen to the Indie Game International podcast to get all the knowledge and advice you could hope for from indie game devs worldwide! My mission i ...
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Select and Start

Keifer Lirette

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Against his better judgement, Keifer loves video games. Join him each episode as he interviews various guests about their most meaningful and memorable video game experiences to discover how and why games make an impact on their players. Along the way he also talks about the importance of video game preservation, scrutinizes the shortcomings of the video game industry, and argues for video games as an art form. Part of the Moonshot Network.
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World of Game Dev

Nebulos Entertainment, LLC

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This podcast aims to be an informative, yet entertaining ride as we discuss company updates, industry news, development, and much more! What all started as a vision has quickly turned into a reality. Our motivation for delivering engaging experiences stems from the worlds we envision, the characters and stories that reside in those worlds, and the imagination that ties them all together. Every tale we tell is crafted with the love and care that looks to captivate the heart of whomever they t ...
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Guys Games and Beer

www.guysgamesandbeer.net

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Join the Gutter Geeks every week as our panel of 5 to 10 veteran gamers of all ages talk about the latest AND oldest in video and table top gaming. Whether it’s interviews with indie and established developers, deep dives on classic hardware, or just sitting around the table talking games while throwing back a few beers you are sure to have a great time with the gang from Guys Games and Beer! Contacting Us: If you are a developer and would like us to check out your game or product contact us ...
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Want to be successful in the indie games industry? Tune in to the inspiring and honest conversations we have with the founders of profitable indie games studios from across the world. We talk about their personal journey into the gaming industry, skills, experiences and advice on being an indie dev company in the gaming market. Tune in to find out more about their journeys, advice and opinions on the business of running your own games studio.
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Welcome to Error Code: Coffee, a WEEKLY podcast, where we talk about web development, design, UX, life and much more! Error Code: Coffee is hosted by Gideon (⁠⁠⁠⁠gideonheilbron.nl⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Murtada (⁠⁠⁠⁠murtada.nl⁠⁠⁠⁠). Both experienced freelance web developers who like to talk about web dev, technology, media, life and more. Our goal is to inform and help people about various topics in an entertaining fashion. Do you have any questions or do you want to hire us? Contact us through Spotify or ...
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The game industry is full of risks, IP disputes, cyberattacks, contract issues, even failed crowdfunding campaigns. And while we never anticipate these things happening to us...sometimes, they surface when we least expect it, inviting all sorts of chaos. So today, we explore how devs can avoid the hassle of the unknown by understanding how insuranc…
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🎮 The Nintendo Switch 2 is shaping up to be more than just a hardware upgrade—it could be a game changer for indie developers. In this video, I break down the recent Nintendo Direct news and share my thoughts as a game developer: Why fun + function is the winning formula again What the new PC-like features (mouse support, more powerful chipset) mea…
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Ep 472 - It's a big week for RPGs as Bethesda drops a major overhaul of Oblivion, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 hooks us with its fun combat system and gorgeous world, and Sunderfolk brings a polished twist on tabletop-style campaigns. Get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-and-33-127436982 (0:00) - Intro (3:08) - Corrections!? …
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This week on Dev Heads, JM8, Tina, and Mikee chat with Brendon Chung and Priscilla Snow about their new immersive sim Skin Deep. Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/SecondWindGroup⁠
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Join our Discord Community! Check us out on Youtube! The game dev industry has been looking rough lately—layoffs, AI advancements, drama with engines, and an overwhelming number of new releases. It’s easy to feel discouraged. But despite all of that, we truly believe now is the BEST time to get into game dev. The industry is changing fast, and thos…
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This week, we talk about soundtracks, review scores, and mysterious absences. Reviews don’t just highlight flaws; they can reveal the gap between expectations and reality. Even the smallest systems can leave a large impact. Support Crashlands 2! Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/crashlands-2/ Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i…
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In this episode, Nina sits down with Marshall, a seasoned game designer whose career spans both F2P mobile and AAA titles like Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War. We dig into their journey into game development, uncovering the twists and turns that led them to the industry, as well as diving into their design philosophies, favorite tools, and learn…
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The game industry is full of risks, IP disputes, cyberattacks, contract issues, even failed crowdfunding campaigns. And while we never anticipate these things happening to us...sometimes, they surface when we least expect it, inviting all sorts of chaos. So today, we explore how devs can avoid the hassle of the unknown by understanding how insuranc…
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My first game, "Sut" is out: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2638880/Sut/ Twitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagames Email me: anxiousbuddhagames(this sentence is to confuse bots@)gmail.com Join our discord: https://discord.gg/GvYRtTQM9m Send me any feedback, suggestions, or questions! I'd love for us to build a strong, supportive, …
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Ep 471 - This week we're joined by special guest Henk Rogers to talk about his history with Tetris and introducing RPGs to Japan. We catch up with Marathon and Mario Kart, and Huber is obsessed with Mandragora. Get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-and-w-126917617 (0:00) - Intro (5:00) - Marathon Revealed (32:51) - Mario Kart…
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Bungie is back with a bold reboot of Marathon—but this time, it's a PvPvE extraction shooter with a neon-soaked sci-fi twist.In this video, I share my thoughts as a game dev and longtime Marathon fan:Is this a true rebirth of the classic Mac shooter?What makes the new Marathon visually stunning and unique?Why themes like AI, consciousness, and iden…
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This week, Zak and Aaron dive into a new controversy that may have long-lasting implications for the industry at large — Nintendo's decision to price some first-party AAA games at $80. The duo discusses why this price increase is not only unnecessary and bad for consumers, but also how it stands to open the floodgates for greed among big publishers…
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In this episode, we discuss launch stats, slippery servers, and squishy plushies. Crashlands 2 hit the ground running with five times the sales of the original and a tidal wave of new players! Steam charts lit up, bugs stayed quiet, and the community showed up in force. This one’s for you, Shenanites — thanks for showing up and making the launch un…
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In this episode, Oscar is joined in his podquest to 'learn everything about #gamedev you never dared to ask' by gamedev legal consultant Myska Hattersley. In this bumper episode they talk about the EUs investigation into the practices of Star Stable Online and Consumer Protection Principles released on 21/03/25. What the implications are and how th…
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On this week's episode of Stupid Little Games, Jess welcomes former Bethesda and CCP games exec Jon Lander! They chat about the importance of networking (especially these days), crowd-surfing at Fanfest, and the quest to get the game industry to grow up, just a teeny little bit... Then during the Stupid Little Game they answer the question, "Would …
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Steam’s algorithm is the engine that powers visibility on the platform, but understanding how it works is often a big mystery. So today, we’re going to bust some of the most common and persistent myths indie developers believe about how the algorithm functions, getting to the bottom of which signals actually matter, so you can stop worrying and foc…
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Steam’s algorithm is the engine that powers visibility on the platform, but understanding how it works is often a big mystery. So today, we’re going to bust some of the most common and persistent myths indie developers believe about how the algorithm functions, getting to the bottom of which signals actually matter, so you can stop worrying and foc…
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My first game, "Sut" is out: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2638880/Sut/ Twitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagames Email me: anxiousbuddhagames(this sentence is to confuse bots@)gmail.com Join our discord: https://discord.gg/GvYRtTQM9m Send me any feedback, suggestions, or questions! I'd love for us to build a strong, supportive, …
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Nintendo Talks about Variable Pricing $90 games. Did they just throw away their Good Hype? What does this mean for gamers and Nintendo?Kit & Krystal • What Nintendo ACTUALLY Just Told Us A... Nintendo is all about the Fun: • Nintendo Direct is all about Fun Swit... 🟨 👉 FOLLOW:Blog: https://blog.cg-boss.comNewsletter: https://cgboss.beehiiv.comSUPPO…
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Ep 470 - Shuhei Yoshida spent over 30 years leading teams at PlayStation. Now he's helping indies on his own, and he's here to talk about Switch 2, Blue Prince, Promise Mascot Agency, and whatever else we can come up with. Get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-shuhei-126419845 (0:00) - Intro (2:28) - Catching Up With Shu (8:2…
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On this special bonus episode of Coffee with Bscotch, we celebrate the launch of Crashlands 2! We talk about the studio's journey and reflect on a decade of shenanigans, butterscotch-flavored and otherwise. If you’re new around here, welcome! And if you’ve been with us for a while, thanks for sticking by us on this wild ride! We’re thrilled that Cr…
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In this episode, we discuss comfort systems, progression maps, and pre-launch vibes. Everything’s ready, the fuse is lit, and now it’s the final countdown. Crashlands 2 launches tomorrow! Are you ready? Support Crashlands 2! Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/crashlands-2/ Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ib7fzLf59vo Steam Wish…
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Remember to have fun and enjoy the process. This is the 12th episode of the Game TeaTime Podcast. We bring you interviews, roundtable discussions, gaming, and much more. After a long hiatus, Ricardo and I are excited to be back. You won't want to miss this episode! Whether you're a gamer or a game developer, there's plenty of value here for you. En…
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Traditional marketing methods often struggle to cut through the noise, leaving indie developers searching for better ways to reach their audience. But what if the key isn’t just better tactics or bigger budgets, but a deeper understanding of players themselves? In this episode, we dive into how player-centric design principles can transform marketi…
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Traditional marketing methods often struggle to cut through the noise, leaving indie developers searching for better ways to reach their audience. But what if the key isn’t just better tactics or bigger budgets, but a deeper understanding of players themselves? In this episode, we dive into how player-centric design principles can transform marketi…
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🎮 Should Asian game devs stop chasing Western trends? Masahiro Sakurai tells in an interview Devs (Japan) should try and not follow western trends in game development. In this video, I break down Sakurai’s recent comments on why Japanese—and Asian—developers should focus on making the games they love, instead of following global trends.🧠 Why are so…
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BossKey 40 Recap: 🚀 Is Microsoft turning Xbox into a Steam-powered Windows ecosystem?The rumors around Xbox Prime, the upcoming Xbox handheld, and a potential Steam integration have the internet buzzing—and as a game dev, I think this direction makes a lot of sense.In this video, I break down:The real meaning behind the “Xbox Prime” leaksWhy Micros…
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My first game, "Sut" is out: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2638880/Sut/ Twitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagames Email me: anxiousbuddhagames(this sentence is to confuse bots@)gmail.com Join our discord: https://discord.gg/GvYRtTQM9m Send me any feedback, suggestions, or questions! I'd love for us to build a strong, supportive, …
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I chat with Adam Younis about his 8 year game project... ► Wishlist Insignia: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1127370/Insignia/ ► Get 40% off Full Time Game Dev: https://fulltimegamedev.mykajabi.com/ftgd ► Make your game instantly beautiful with my free workbook: https://www.fulltimegamedev.com/opt-in-instant-beauty-color-workbook…
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TThis week on Dev Heads, JM8, Tina, and Mikee chat about the current state of AAA gaming, and whether the majority of them feel "creatively bankrupt." Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/SecondWindGroup⁠…
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Ep 469 - Bloodworth played 10 Switch 2 games, including Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Metroid Prime 4. He's here to tell us how they play as we wrap up our thoughts on the Direct and talk about prices and tech. Plus, our thoughts on South of Midnight. Get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-we-2-4-125901838 (0:00) …
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This week, we talk about golden builds, crabs, and slippery fish. Some weapons in Crashlands 2 have a catch, literally. If you manage to hook one of these powerful items, you might find that they’re hard to hang on to. Every so often they’ll slip out of your grip mid-swing, and if you don’t snatch them out of the air, they’ll vanish! It’s part comb…
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