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Legendary actor and mental health advocate Glenn Close is on a quest to change how we think about mental health, starting with her decision to speak out about her own family's struggles — a brave choice considering the stigma that pervades the topic. This week, we're revisiting this sweeping conversation with TEDWomen curator Pat Mitchell, where Close shares the inspiration behind the advocacy group she founded to combat the crisis, underscoring the transformative power of community and the critical need for comprehensive mental health care systems. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at ted.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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GDL Host Laura Donohue speaks to Steve Stopps from Excalibur Games about all things data! Steve shares his not so secret secrets on how to leverage data to make vital game development decisions.

Editor's Note: Due to technical issues, the mic sounds were too low and picked up unintended background noise, so we had to use echoed audio from camera footage instead. We're working hard to improve this for future episodes. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Data Analytics - #209 - Game Dev Local Podcast

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In this episode,

GDL Host Laura Donohue speaks to Steve Stopps from Excalibur Games about all things data! Steve shares his not so secret secrets on how to leverage data to make vital game development decisions.

255 episodes

#Video Games #Lifestyle #Stuart De Ville

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40 weeks ago1:53:30

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In the first episode of a new series titled Growing Pains, GDL host and Games Strategy Consultant, Jay Uppal dives into some of the key trends that are currently driving the Global Games Market alongside Devan Brennan of Newzoo. They discuss all things in Games Business and share tips for doing business in today's global games industry. Growing Pains is a new series focusing on key business trends shaping the Global Games Market and their impact on the Games Industry. In this series Jay speaks with industry leaders across the Games and Gametech space; trying to demystify the industry and answer the all-important question 'Is having a fun game still enough to succeed in today's games market?' Jay Uppal >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayant-uppal-18ab34a5/ Devan Brennan >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/devan-brennan-358671a9/ Newzoo >> https://www.linkedin.com/company/newzoo/ 00.00 - 02.28 - Introduction to Growing Pains 02.28 - 05.40 - Introduction to Devan and Newzoo 05.40 - 09.00 - Topline games industry overview 09.00 -19.05 - State of Mobile 19.05 - 34.32 - State of PC + Console 34.32 - 39.30 - Cross-platform games boosting the PC market 39.30 - 48.15 - What is the right size for a game today? 48.15 - 55.25 - What opportunities does early access present for your game? 55.25 - 59.05 - Indies please don’t make a F2P PC/Console game 59.05 - 01.06.50 - The state of Indie and AA in the games market 01.06.50 - 01.12.00 - The use of Gen AI in Game Development 01.12.00 - 01.17.15 - UGC in games and what it means for the future 01.17.15 - 01.25.40 - Building effective Steam Discount Strategies 01.25.40 - 01.29.05 - Importance of IP for Indies and smaller players 01.29.05 - 01.32.35 - Nuances of Business Development in Korea + Japan 01.32.35 - 01.46.05 - Do’s and Dont’s for Business Development in Games 01.46.05 - 01.51.30 - Imposter Syndrome 01.51.30 - End - Closing remarks…

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Structured Creativity Ep.2 - Powering Creativity with UX - #212 - Game Dev Local Podcast 1:03:13

41 weeks ago1:03:13

1:03:13

In this episode, Laura Donohue, Senior Design Researcher joins me this week to dive into the realms of user research, and how it can be used to empower and inform creativity in game dev. We talked about collecting player feedback, how to use it responsibly as well as personas and knowing how to balance vision and player desires!…

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Inclusive Design -#211- Game Dev Local Podcast 59:48

42 weeks ago59:48

59:48

In this episode, GDL Host Laura Donohue speaks to Claire Vergnes about what inclusive design is, why it's important, and how to do it. We also talk a lot about how smells impact memory, we promise it's related!

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UX Designing the Perfect Meatloaf -#210- Game Dev Local Podcast 1:14:20

43 weeks ago1:14:20

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In this episode, GDL Host Laura Donohue speaks to Jonathan Bieda about the iterative process of UX Design and how it can help teams better cater to their audience. There was also a lot of talk about meatloaf. Find Laura Donohue at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ljdonohue/ Find Jonathan Bieda at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonbieda/ https://www.jonathanbieda.com/…

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Data Analytics - #209 - Game Dev Local Podcast 56:00

44 weeks ago56:00

56:00

In this episode, GDL Host Laura Donohue speaks to Steve Stopps from Excalibur Games about all things data! Steve shares his not so secret secrets on how to leverage data to make vital game development decisions. Editor's Note: Due to technical issues, the mic sounds were too low and picked up unintended background noise, so we had to use echoed audio from camera footage instead. We're working hard to improve this for future episodes. Thank you for your patience and understanding.…

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Structured Creativity Ep.1- Jason Thai-Kennedy - #208 - Game Dev Local Podcast 1:02:03

45 weeks ago1:02:03

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It is the very first episode of Structured Creativity with Najmah Salam (but you can call her Naj). In this show, we'll be exploring that space between process and play and how leading figures in games and otherwise nurture and harness creativity. In this episode,Our guest is Jason Thai-Kennedy, Senior Communications Manager at Electronic Arts. We discuss underrated skills for game devs, Jason's adrenaline-junkie antics and a brilliant theme park idea.…

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Hot Takes: Publishers vs. Self Publishing-#207- Game Dev Local Podcast 1:01:22

46 weeks ago1:01:22

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Hot Takes is a new format where GDL hosts from various professional backgrounds share their opinions on the latest news and trends in the game industry. In this episode, Stuart De Ville, Laura Donohue and Oscar Clark exploring the realities of the publisher (and self-publishing) from the perspectives of a new indie dev, experience developer and a publisher. We ask what we want from a publisher, whether we really can do it all ourselves and give our own hot takes on the topic at the end.…

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What the GRUX? The Importance of Game Research- #206 - Game Dev Local Podcast 1:09:21

47 weeks ago1:09:21

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In this episode, GDL Host Laura Donohue speaks to Dr. Mark Brady from Sutherland Labs about their shared experience in games research. They discuss why research is important, what are some of the types of topics and methods they've tackled, and how to become an empathetic and effective researcher.

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Can Ads Be Good?- #205 - Game Dev Local Podcast 1:04:39

48 weeks ago1:04:39

1:04:39

In this episode, Oscar's ongoing "Podquest to learn everything about #gamedev that you never dared to ask" continues with Kristian Rivers, Founder of Adinmo. They talk about their shared history of the earliest days of mobile games and the rise of the role of ads in the ecosystem. But what has led to poor experiences using ads and why it's important for the players and the brands for us to make the ad experience actually "Good".…

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Getting into the Game Industry with Transferable Skills- #204 - GDL Podcast 55:45

49 weeks ago55:45

55:45

In this episode, Join Tom Morgan as he interviews Daisy-may Hutton, the new GDL Host and Producer at Glowmade. Daisy shares her journey into the games industry, offering insights on entering the industry with transferable skills, pivoting your skill set from another industry to game development and what life is like as a game producer. Tune in for valuable advice and firsthand experiences from a game producer!…

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Can Games Actually Do Good?- #203 - Game Dev Local Podcast 53:14

50 weeks ago53:14

53:14

In this episode, Oscar's ongoing "Podquest to learn everything about #gamedev that you never dared to ask" continues with PlanetPlay CEO Rhea Loucas. They talk about how games and developers strive to make real world impacts on the world around them. PlanetPlay were recently nominated in the Sustainability category of the Develop: Star Awards 2024.…

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Inside the World of Indie Publishing - #202 - Game Dev Local Podcast 43:01

51 weeks ago43:01

43:01

In this episode, GDL Host Roni Yosko speaks to Aaron Ludlow, Product Director at Playstack London, about Playstack's latest success, Balatro, and their many other indie titles. They discuss how Indie Developers can prepare to find a publisher, common pitfalls, and ways the industry has changed to make indie games far more relevant in today's gaming market. https://playstack.com/ You can find the full video version of this episode by visiting: https://www.youtube.com/@GameDevLocal/videos Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedevlocal.com - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Powering Game Dev with Ai - #201 - Game Dev Local Podcast 41:49

52 weeks ago41:49

41:49

In this episode, GDL host and CEO Stuart De Ville talks with Tom Pigott, founder and CEO of Ludo.ai, about the transformative role of AI in the gaming industry. They discuss the current impact of AI tools on game development and explore their potential for growth. Tom explains how AI tools like Ludo.ai are enhancing the creative process, providing specific examples of increased efficiency and innovation. The conversation addresses common misconceptions about AI, emphasising the importance of understanding its true capabilities and limitations.Tom shares insights into the future evolution of AI in gaming, highlighting opportunities for developers to create more engaging and personalised player experiences. Ethical and legal considerations are also discussed, with advice on how developers can responsibly integrate AI into their projects. Stuart and Tom consider ways to shift industry conversations from fear to optimism about AI's benefits, and Tom offers practical advice for developers eager to start using AI tools in their workflows.…

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GDL Special Episode 200 - What Are We Doing?- #200 - Game Dev Local Podcast 39:15

1 year ago39:15

39:15

In this special episode, GDL CEO Stuart De Ville and GDL Host Tom Morgan celebrate the 200th episode of the GDL podcast by diving deep into the past, present, and future of Game Dev Local. They discuss the recent rebrand from Game Dev London to Game Dev Local, the motivations behind this change, and what it means for the thriving community of game developers. Stuart shares insights into the organisation’s journey, the evolution of their events, and the expansion of their support to indie developers across the UK and beyond. Tom, the new host, brings fresh energy and discusses his role in enhancing partnerships and community engagement. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about growth, resilience, and the exciting new initiatives on the horizon for Game Dev Local.…

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The Quest for Cosy- #199 - Sumo Group X GDL Podcast Ep.4 45:30

1 year ago45:30

45:30

Welcome to the 4th episode of Sumo Group x Game Dev Local podcast! Join Jess Rutland and Matthew Pellett as they explore the essence of cosy games. Discover what defines this charming genre, why it's so popular, and which games are must-plays across various accessible platforms. https://www.sumo-digital.com/ Wishlist Mars Horizon 2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2281620/Mars_Horizon_2_The_Search_for_Life/…

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The Watercoloured World of Paper Trail-#198- GDL Podcast 56:08

1 year ago56:08

56:08

In this episode, GDL Host Roni Yosko explores Paper Trail's beautiful, water-coloured world with Fred Hoffman. They discuss all things art related, how Newfangled Games came to be, and things their studio has learned along the way. Wishlist Paper Trail: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1889740/Paper_Trail/…

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Exploring Game Development at WASD - #197 - Game Dev Local Podcast Special 30:08

1 year ago30:08

30:08

In this special episode, we bring you interviews from Indie Developers that showcased at WASD. Hosted by Stuart De Ville. You can find the full video version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Planning and Agility- #196 - GDL Podcast 1:13:22

1 year ago1:13:22

1:13:22

In this episode, Oscar's ongoing "Podquest to learn everything about #gamedev that you never dared to ask"continues with Agile Coach Daniel Susser and they talk about different planning strategies as well as the essential need for agility in your projects.

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The Sound of Horror - #195 - Sumo Group X GDL Podcast Ep.3 52:01

1 year ago52:01

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Welcome to the 3rd episode of Sumo Group x Game Dev London podcast!It's Halfway to Halloween!We spoke with Ross Tregenza and Dexter Prior at @SumoNottingham about their scary sound design for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Game 😱Discover the challenges of working with IP, and maintaining tension in horror games. Follow Sumo Nottingham on X/@NottinghamSumo…

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Starting and Running an Indie Game Studio @IndieGameBusiness - #194 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:02:31

1 year ago1:02:31

1:02:31

This podcast was originally released on 15.03.2024 by Indie Game Business (@IndieGameBusiness) channel on YouTube, and we are thankful for their permission to share it with GDL's viewers @GameDevLondon . Follow @IndieGameBusiness Original video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aG7rFCXeGUc&t=1s In this episode, Stuart De Ville, Founder of Game Dev London and Fribbly Games, shares his expertise on starting and managing an indie game studio, reflecting on lessons learned from his experiences. He highlights the importance of networking, project selection, and effective pitching for aspiring developers.…

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The Battle for Goobstar! Sound Design and Composition - #193 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:05:38

1 year ago1:05:38

1:05:38

In this episode, GDL Host Roni Yosko explores the process of sound designing and composing music with Tomas Ortola in his new game "Goob n Balloons" along with some of Svidanza Audio's previous works. Wishlist GoobnBalloonsDX on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2279450/GoobnBalloonsDX/

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Have I Got Games For You? #2- Platform Challenges Of Indie Games- #192 -GDL Podcast 46:11

1 year ago46:11

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Welcome to another episode of “Have I Got Games For You?” with Alyx Jones. A show where we talk about games news, releases and everything happening in the world of video games. In this episode, Stuart De Ville, CEO of GDL and Fribbly Games, joins Alyx on a general waffle. From tackling burnout struggles to navigating platform challenges, they share insights on recent game releases such as Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Potions: A Curious Tale from the indie world.…

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Moving The Needle On Social Mobility In The Games Industry With Into Games- #191 - GDL Podcast 44:55

1 year ago44:55

44:55

In this episode, Roxanne Marshall hosts Declan Cassidy, CEO of Into Games, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating fairer pathways into the video game industry for individuals from low-income backgrounds. https://intogames.org/

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Embedding Community Management in your Dev Team- #190 - Sumo Group X GDL Podcast Ep.2 37:07

1 year ago37:07

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Welcome to the 2nd episode of Sumo Group x Game Dev London podcast! In this episode, Jimmy Bowers, Jennifer Marshall and Chris Groves will be talking about embedding community management in your dev team.

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Breaking The Silence on Difficult Subjects "The Quiet Things" - #189 - GDLPodcast 43:46

1 year ago43:46

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In this episode, GDL Host Roni Yosko explores Alyx Jones's new game "The Quiet Things" which details Alyx's life growing up based on her personal diary entries as a youth. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode briefly discusses domestic violence. Steam Wishlist "Quiet Things": https://store.steampowered.com/app/2288520/The_Quiet_Things/…

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New Series - Have I Got Games For You - Game Industry Layoffs #188 - GDL Podcast 1:07:57

1 year ago1:07:57

1:07:57

In our new attempt at a new format, hosts Alyx and Oscar talk about the pressing issues of the day. There will be tangents along the way but in this video we will talk about the current wave of redundancies. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Working with Micro Influencers - #187 - Game Dev London Podcast 57:50

1 year ago57:50

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Oscar is on a podquest to learn "Everything you wanted to know about gamedev but never dared to ask". In this episode, he talks to Dima Okhrimchuk from Drope.Me, a platform that aims to connect game developers to content creators about the growing important of Micro Influencers in how we market our games. Drope.me: https://drope.me/ Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Supporting Our People In Hard Times- #186 - Game Dev London Podcast 41:30

1 year ago41:30

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Join us on a special episode in partnership with Sumo Group. In this episode, Leon Killin & Alif Trevathan from Sumo Group employee resource community PRISM will be speaking about how you can better support your people during difficult times. https://www.sumogroupltd.com/ https://twitter.com/SumoGroup_ltd https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumogroup/ Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Showcasing Your Game And Finding An Audience - #185 - Game Dev London Podcast 42:16

1 year ago42:16

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In this episode, GDL Host Matt Bull accompanies Danny Martin as they discuss showcasing their games at events and how that experience can guide developers towards finding an audience. Danny's game The Puppeteer: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2434000/The_Puppeteer/ https://www.instagram.com/the_puppeteer_game/Wishlist Wishlist Matt's game Slap-It Together!: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1520590/SlapIt_Together/ Follow Matt on X: https://twitter.com/MattBullDev Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Voice And Dialogue Production in Game Dev - #184 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:02:51

1 year ago1:02:51

1:02:51

In this episode, Oscar is on his podquest to learn "everything you wanted to know about game dev but never dared to ask", he talks to fellow GDL Podcast Host Roni Yosko (@RoniRhianic) about her work in dialogue production. You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Everything you wanted to know about Customer Service (in Games) - #183 - Game Dev London Podcast 48:36

1 year ago48:36

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In this episode, Oscar Clark (he/him) is joined by Greg Posner (he/him) of Helpshift to discuss all things customer service within the mobile and console games industry. You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Scope: What is it and why is it so creepy? - #182 - Game Dev London Podcast - #GGJ Special 55:27

1 year ago55:27

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In this post-GGJ special, Chris Payne (he/him) chats to Olly Rippon (he/him), lecturer at Staffordshire London University, about all the common pitfalls of scoping projects for game jams & student projects, and how best to reflect on your work. Connect with Olly and Staffordshire London Uni here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olly-rippon-948b48128/ https://twitter.com/CptExtravagant https://www.staffs.ac.uk/about/staffordshire-university-london https://www.linkedin.com/company/staffordshire-university-london/ You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondo…

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Teaching Teamwork with Game Jams - #181 - Game Dev London Podcast - #GGJ Special 54:54

1 year ago54:54

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In this special Global Game Jam themed episode, Chris Payne (he/him) chats to Dr. Rory Summerley (he/him), Game Design & Development Course Leader at London South Bank University, about team size, stucture, and communication for game jams and beyond... This is the first of a few episodes with collaborators from UniJam, who are working with GDL for this year's Global Game Jam (#GGJ) happening January 26th - 28th online through our Discord, and on-site at Goldsmiths University in London. If you'd like to sign up for the jam, please visit: https://globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/2024/gdl If you want to see some work by Rory's students at LBSU, or you're interested in enrolling for a Game Design course, follow the links below: https://lsbu-gdd.itch.io/ https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/course-finder/ba-bsc-hons-game-design-development You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondo…

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Being Your Authentic Self in Game Dev - #180 - Game Dev London Podcast 37:14

1 year ago37:14

37:14

Roxanne Marshal (she/her), Marketing Communications Lead at Riot, Stuart De Ville CEO at GDL & Creative Director at Fribbly Games. In this episode, Roxanne and Stuart talk about the challenges, and joys, of showing up as your authentic self. Hear how the Games industry offers its own challenges, how to overcome them, and what it means to be authentic. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join…

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Indie Game Studio - Start-up Strategies - #179 - Game Dev London Podcast 57:50

1 year ago57:50

57:50

In this episode, our very own CEO Stuart De Ville and industry legend Oscar Clark discuss starting an indie dev studio, and some strategies involved in running a games start-up. From where to start, to managing expectations, and managing people, to how you might set out forming a team and many of the hard decisions you need to make when just starting out. If you're reading this and it's early Jan 2024 you can get involved in our Global Game Jam site now!: globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/2024/gdl If you're going to attend PGC Connects on Jan 22nd or 23rd you will find both Oscar and Stuart in attendance and can even catch them talking on stage! pgconnects.com Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join…

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2024 New Year Special - Game Dev Community Update - #178 - Game Dev London Podcast 26:05

1 year ago26:05

26:05

In this episode, we meet the new Directors at GDL, introduced by our very own CEO Stuart De Ville. Meet Hannah George, Marketing Director and Imogen Wood, Community Director, and hear about all the things planned for 2024. Well, that which we can discuss, because we have some big, secret plans for you all! If you're reading this and it's early Jan 2024 you can get involved in our Global Game Jam site now!: https://globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/2024/gdl Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join…

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Why Multiplayer Matters - #177 - Game Dev London Podcast 52:25

1 year ago52:25

52:25

In this podcast episode, Oscar continues his podquest to "learn everything you wanted to know about #gamedev but never dared to ask" by talking with Tom Pensrose of Multiplayer Wizards. Visit Our Website - www.gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join…

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Godot: is it a viable rival to Unity and Unreal? - #176 - Game Dev London Podcast 44:53

1 year ago44:53

44:53

In this episode, Chris and Miguel discuss the surge of interest in the open-source game engine Godot and the future of this ambitious community project. Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://www.gamedev.london/join…

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Games Industry Lay Offs and How to Survive Them - #175 - Game Dev London Podcast 36:32

2 years ago36:32

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Roxanne is joined by award-nominated Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Sara Machado to talk about the very large elephant in the room in our industry, layoffs. Join us to talk about preparing for the worst, how to pick yourself back up after redundancy, and how to feel more empowered as someone new to the gaming industry or aspiring to join it. Visit Our Website - www.gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - www.gamedev.london/join…

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Pitch Prep and BizDevGame Developer & Publisher Perspectives - #174 - Game Dev London Podcast 53:47

2 years ago53:47

53:47

In this episode Oscar Clark, GDL Host and Fundamentally Games Publisher, chats with GDL Founder Stuart De Ville who is also Founder/Game Designer of Fribbly Games about some of the dynamics between Developers and Publishers, preparing for pitching and what these relationships look like. You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join…

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What's a game community & how to get it right - #173 - Game Dev London Podcast 37:14

2 years ago37:14

37:14

Roxanne is joined by Socially's Imogen Wood to talk all about Game Communities. What makes them different (and more demanding) than others? What absolutely not to do. And how to grow and manage a community with a small team. Visit Our Website - ⁠ gamedev.london ⁠ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - ⁠ gamedev.london/join ⁠ Follow Us On Twitch - ⁠ twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Games Accessibility: How can we do better? - #172 - Game Dev London Podcast 35:47

2 years ago35:47

35:47

Join host Roxanne Marshall and guest Elisabeth Sivertsen to talk about what accessibility means, who's doing it well- and maybe not so well, how indie studios can prioritise accessibility functions, and what's in store for the future of Games Accessibility. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Ethical Monetisation - #171 - Game Dev London Podcast 48:23

2 years ago48:23

48:23

GDL hosts Gianluca and Oscar explore the contentious topic of game monetisation including how developers can monetise their games ethically, whether there is anything inherently wrong with micro-transactions or in-game ads, and the discussion surrounding loot boxes, gambling, and video games. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Managing Player Expectations in Light of Baldur's Gate 3 - #170 - Game Dev London Podcast 35:38

2 years ago35:38

35:38

GDL Hosts Chris, Oscar, and Gianluca discuss the discourse surrounding Baldur's Gate 3 "raising standards" across game development and the RPG genre, including what developers can do to manage player expectations and the complexities of communicating with players effectively. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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How to Survive Gaming Events - #169 - Game Dev London Podcast 47:15

2 years ago47:15

47:15

Roxanne and Dan talk about how to make the most of gaming events, pre and post networking, working through anxiety and burn out, packing essentials, and setting yourself up for a great event experience. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Marketing Your Indie Game on Social Media - #168 - Game Dev London Podcast 24:56

2 years ago24:56

24:56

Earlier this month, GDL hosted some talks and panels at Medway Gaming Festival, in partnership with Fragers, a games event production agency. In this special episode, marketer and community builder (and skilled violinist) Lucia La Rezza talks about how to create a marketing plan for your indie game, with lots of useful tips and things to consider. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon (P.S. Apologies about the audio quality!)…

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What is Game Design? - #167 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:34:47

2 years ago1:34:47

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In this episode, Nichola and Randy discuss all things game design; the journey into the game industry, a game designer's tool box, international game design & more! Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Game On! How to Start Working in Game Development - #166 - Game Dev London Podcast 30:43

2 years ago30:43

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Earlier this month, we hosted some talks and panels at Medway Gaming Festival, in partnership with Fragers, a games event production agency. In this special episode, producer and studio admin Becky Saunders discusses how to start working in game development, detailing her own journey into the industry and listing some useful tips and resources. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon (P.S. Apologies about the audio sounding a bit weird! It had to be edited quite a lot to eliminate the background noise in the venue.)…

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Studying Game Design - #165 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:12:06

2 years ago1:12:06

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In this episode, Nichola and Chloe take a deep dive into studying game development at university, and discuss tips and tricks for aspiring game development students. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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An Artist's Journey in the Gaming Industry - #164 - Game Dev London Podcast 50:42

2 years ago50:42

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In this episode, Anna talks to Megan Hupin, an Associate Art Director at Lakshya Digital, about an artist's career from getting their first job to becoming an art director. They discuss how to build a good art portfolio, the skills you need to have and what the job looks like at different stages of an artist's career. Megan also provides an interesting insight into working for an outsourcing studio versus an internal team. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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How to Get Into the Gaming Industry: Squiggly Career Paths (Part 2) - #163 - Game Dev London Podcast 31:23

2 years ago31:23

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In this episode, Roxanne is joined by fellow squiggly career adventurer Melissa Cocker. They talk about turning passion into purpose, selling transferable skills, and how to build a great CV that reflects your experience. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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A Holistic Approach to Narrative Design (GDLX Special) - #162 - Game Dev London Podcast 22:16

2 years ago22:16

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In March, Game Dev London hosted GDLX 2023 in partnership with MLC, a games showcase and conference which featured a series of talks and panel discussions about game development. In this special episode, narrative designer Rebecca McCarthy explores a holistic approach to narrative design, suitable for developers at every level. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon (P.S. Apologies for the audio quality in this episode, especially in the last couple of minutes! We did our best to try and restore it as much as possible.)…

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How and Why You Should Stream Your Own Games - #161 - Game Dev London Podcast 53:56

2 years ago53:56

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Oscar continues his PodQuest to learn everything you wanted to know about GameDev but never dared to ask. In this episode he talks to Flo Burchill from Snap Finger Click about her experience as a radio presenter, as well as a Twitch host and Assistant Producer in games. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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How to get into the Gaming Industry: Squiggly Career Paths - #160 - Game Dev London Podcast 49:29

2 years ago49:29

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In this episode, Roxanne and Stu chat about getting your 'in' to the gaming industry by juggling multiple projects, turning experience into paid work, and the power of community and your network. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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How to Leverage Employees, Freelancers, and Outsourcing Studios (GDLX Special) - #159 - Game Dev London Podcast 22:40

2 years ago22:40

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In March, Game Dev London hosted GDLX 2023 in partnership with MLC, a games showcase and conference which featured a series of talks and panel discussions about game development. In this special episode, MLC founder and studio director Max Louis gives a talk on how games companies can leverage talent, providing useful insights for people in the industry, whether they be looking to hire or looking for work. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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What Are The Stages Of Game Development? - #158 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:16:46

2 years ago1:16:46

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Join hosts Stuart De Ville and Chris Payne in this insightful episode of the Game Dev London podcast as they dive into the fascinating world of game development. In this episode, they explore the five stages of game development, offering a comprehensive overview of the entire process from conception to release. Drawing from their extensive knowledge and experience in the industry, Stuart and Chris provide valuable insights, practical tips, and real-world examples for each stage. Whether you're a seasoned game developer or simply interested in the behind-the-scenes of game creation, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and get ready to level up your understanding of game development! Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Exploring Interactive Films: The Gallery with Paul Raschid - #157 - Game Dev London Podcast 52:33

2 years ago52:33

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In this episode, Roxanne explores the fusion of game and film in new title "The Gallery". We're joined by Director, Paul Raschid, to talk about filming full motion video, his inspirations, and the complexity of a game with 18 endings. Check Out Paul's Work - paulraschid.com Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Getting Started in the Games Industry - #156 - Game Dev London Podcast 52:40

2 years ago52:40

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In this episode, Oscar continues his Podquest to learn "everything you wanted to know about gamedev but never dared to ask" by talking to freelance community manager Ffion Woolway about her experience entering the games industry. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Building a Gaming Community IRL - #155 - Game Dev London Podcast 45:15

2 years ago45:15

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In this episode, Gaymers iNC. joins Roxanne to talk about what it takes to grow a 5000 member gaming community - IRL. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon

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FORMAT Gaming Socials and Northern representation in UK Games Events - #154 - Game Dev London Podcast 36:27

2 years ago36:27

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In this episode, Marek speaks with Simran Witham, Founder of FORMAT - The Ultimate Gaming Social, about FORMAT's unique approach to Games Industry events, as well as a wider conversation about UK Games Events and steps that can be taken to better represent the North's thriving game dev scene. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Getting Into Games - #153 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:01:20

2 years ago1:01:20

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In this episode, Oscar continues his Podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about game dev but never dared to ask. This week, he is joined by Brandon Cole of Into Games talking about... well... getting into games. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Learning to Make Games - #152 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:00:11

2 years ago1:00:11

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Another stint down the podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about game dev but never dared to ask. This time, Oscar is joined by Michael Killick of Rizing Games (and Games Development Lecturer at Cambridge Regional College) and discusses learning to make games. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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Level Design - #151 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:01:55

2 years ago1:01:55

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In this episode, Nichola sits down with Joshua Mallet, a level designer at Sharkmob London, and discusses the definition of level design and how to get into the games industry as an aspiring level designer. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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150 Episode Special - #150 - Game Dev London Podcast 56:33

2 years ago56:33

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With 150 episodes in the bag, this special episode features GDL co-founders Adam, Jade, and Stu discussing the milestones and achievements of the last year/50 episodes of the Game Dev London podcast, as well as discussing the next big event, GDLX 2023. Find out more about GDLX 2023 at https://www.gamedev.london/gdlx-23 Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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What is it like coding games (and not games)? - #149 - Game Dev London Podcast 56:33

2 years ago56:33

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In this episode, Oscar continues his podquest to understand everything you wanted to know about game dev, but never dared to ask. This time he is joined by Pete Goodwin (Cloud Imperium Games) talking about his life in code from writing audio card drivers to working on Star Citizen... and even some time outside of games! Join us at GDLX 2023 on 29th March 2023 for an indie-focused games expo where you can meet developers and publishers, listen to industry talks, play upcoming indie games, or even come and showcase your own work! Organised in partnership with MLC, you can learn more about booking GDLX 2023 tickets, showcasing your game or becoming a speaker at the event here: gamedev.london/gdlx-23 Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon…

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What is a VFX Artist? - #148 - Game Dev London Podcast 1:06:30

2 years ago1:06:30