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On the new podcast episode, 80LV talked to Matthew Board (developer, artist, Unreal authorized instructor partner for Epic Games). We discuss how evolving technologies, myriad tools, and students’ backgrounds turn gamedev courses creation & teaching into a real puzzle. Matthew also shared an insight, uncovering the most lucrative skills and specialties in the modern market that everybody should look into!

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Cooking Food in 3D - 80 Level Podcast 27:45

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Send us a text Designated digital chef Patrick Foley (PATRICK_4D) takes us to his kitchen. He shares interesting facts about a unique niche in digital art - photorealistic food renders, and delves into the importance of lighting, texture, and why choosing a specialty can supercharge your career. Patrick also discusses how he builds his brand with social media and its impact on attracting big clients. You better not watch it hungry cause this guy cooks! More from Patrick: https://www.instagram.com/patrick_4d/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@patrick_4d?lang=en https://www.patrick4d.com/ More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Get industry-ready 3D assets designed by Patrick 4D: https://p4d.store/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Time Travel with VFX - 80 Level Podcast 26:50

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Send us a text Trent Claus, VFX supervisor from Lola Visual Effects joined our podcast. Learn about the complex process of creating realistic aging effects for characters in major films: from the challenges of preserving actors' unique features to the intricacies of the facial anatomy. Trent shares fascinating insights into the evolution of VFX and how AI is shaping its future, as well as behind-the-scenes stories from top-tier movie projects, including Marvel Cinematic Universe. Check out Lola Visual Effects projects: https://lolavfx.com/ More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ The episode was recorded at VIEW Conference 2023: https://www.viewconference.it/ Episode cover image copyright: © 2019 Marvel Other images used in the episode: © The Walt Disney Company © Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. © Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Art vs. Technology? - 80 Level Podcast 30:51

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Send us a text Scott Eaton, multi-disciplinary artist & creative technologist, joins 80 Level Podcast. We discuss machine learning, its impact on human creativity, and the limitations & potentials of AI-generated content in gamedev. Scott shares his thoughts on future changes and possibilities for artists in the gaming world and tries to find a balance between art and technology. More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ The episode was recorded at the VIEW Conference 2023: https://www.viewconference.it/ Scott’s website: https://www.scott-eaton.com/ Scott’s Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/_ScottEaton_ Check out Scott's online courses (Winter session starts in January): https://www.scott-eaton.com/courses Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Rules of Open World Game Design - 80 Level Podcast 47:05

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Send us a text Join 80 Level Podcast for a deep dive into game design with Jamie Smith, Principal Game Designer at People Can Fly. We discuss the core principles that make open world games stand out. Jamie shares how to design captivating gameplay mechanics, maintain player engagement, and balance form and function. If you're a game developer or simply fascinated by the world of video games, this episode uncovers the creative and technical aspects that drive the industry forward. More about Jamie: https://linktr.ee/smithstock Some examples in the video used by Jamie Yakuza https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKiFfCE949s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k71rZSh0ipM Fallout: New Vegas Map http://www.gamemapscout.com/falloutnewvegas_interactive.html The player starts at Goodsprings (to the left of the map), meaning they can only go up, right, or down Elden Ring https://mapgenie.io/elden-ring/maps/the-lands-between Super Mario https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLl7lbbpjig Destiny 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLpD4KH6kwI More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for digital artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Mastering Unreal Engine with YouTube Tutorials - 80 Level Podcast 43:19

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Send us a text William Faucher, 3D Generalist & Unreal Engine Mentor joined 80 Level Podcast. We discuss all-things Unreal Engine and the best ways to master it. William talks about his career journey & YouTube experience, and gives valuable advice for aspiring 3D artists on honing skills, choosing the right software, and understanding the evolving gamedev landscape. Watch William’s tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/c/williamfaucher Check out the EasyFog tool for UE: https://www.unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/easyfog William’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamfaucher.vfx/ William’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/WillFaucherVFX More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Revolutionizing VFX - 80 Level Podcast 37:05

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Send us a text Nick Seavert, Founder & CEO of JangaFX Software joined 80 Level Podcast. Explore the art and science of visual effects in game development and learn how Nick turned his love for games into building software aimed at empowering game artists and making VFX easier. Stay tuned for an inside look at JangaFX's future plans, where they're venturing into real-time terrain and environment generation, promising to revolutionize game development. Janga VFX website: https://jangafx.com/ Janga VFX tutorials on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jangafx/videos More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Send us a text Join us for another episode of 80 Level Podcast. Anna Kozlova, CEO at Room 8 Group, shares her expertise on why outsourcing can be a game-changer, how to retain top talent, and the potential impact of AI on game development. Find out how studios handle workloads and strike a balance between creativity and efficiency. Room 8 website: https://room8studio.com/ More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Mastering Blender for Epic 3D Modeling - 80 Level Podcast 36:30

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Send us a text Dive into the world of 3D modeling and video game development as we chat with Josh Gambrell from Blender Bros. Discover how he went from a beginner to an expert in Blender and how you can too. Learn how AI is shaking things up in the industry and how to embrace these changes for success. Check out Josh’s tutorials on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshGambrell/featured More online courses by Blender Bros: https://www.blenderbros.com/ Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/blenderbros Instagram: http://instagram.com/blenderbros3d More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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Send us a text Join us for an exciting peek behind the scenes of Japan's gamedev world with Ben Roach, ex-Level Designer at FromSoftware and now Founder of Upsurge Studios. Ben talks about his experience working on the Elden Ring. We also delve into the magic of Japanese game design, discuss the role of cultural influences, and reveal the secrets that make Japanese game development unique. Official Upsurge Website: https://www.upsurgestudios.com/ Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/upsurge_studios Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/StudiosUpsurge Revisit Ben’s Dark Souls tutorial on 80 Level: https://80.lv/articles/dark-souls-3-in-ue4-production-interview/ More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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The Art of Lighting - 80 Level Podcast 39:27

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The Power of Music in Games. Secrets of Sound Design - 80 Level Podcast 1:07:06

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Send us a text Elliot Callighan (CEO and Composer at Unlock Audio) and Krzysztof Chodkiewiczd (Sound Designer and Music Producer at TSHASK) joined 80 Level podcast. Discover why sound design is a crucial element in gaming, enhancing immersion and gameplay satisfaction. Gain insights into the process of creating unique sounds, overcoming challenges, and tailoring audio to elevate your games to new heights. Unlock Audio: https://www.unlockaudio.com/ TSHASK: https://www.tshask.com/ Sound examples used in the podcast: Sewing a Musical Patchwork: The Music of 'Sackboy: A Big Adventure': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9J9A7EwFpc&t=1722s Returnal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV4XwWEBLEA&t=122s Halo sound design: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wgx4E_21D4&t=395s Cuphead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnEv-WgfjpA Elite Dangerous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5GiG-AqAXY INSIDE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qd4w_XFFOsk More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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From Passion Project to Hit Game: Lessons Learned from Darkest Dungeon - 80 Level Podcast 47:35

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Send us a text In this podcast, Tyler Sigman and Chris Bourassa, Сo-founders of Red Hook Studios, talk about their experience building the sequel to the popular Darkest Dungeon game, and the success behind it. Guests dive into the process of creating DD2, communicating with team members and players, navigating the challenges of crowdfunding & early access, and maintaining financial sustainability to turn another dream game into reality. DD2 on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1940340/Darkest_Dungeon_II/ DD website: https://www.darkestdungeon.com/ Check out Darkest Dungeon on socials Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkestDungeon Discord: https://www.discord.gg/darkestdungeon/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/redhookstudios More gamedev & digital art news, tutorials, and interviews with experts: https://80.lv/ Follow 80 LEVEL on social media: https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/ https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists! Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today. This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023…

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