Checkpoints
Declan DineenThis is a show about videogames, The people who play them and the people who make them. Each week, a guest on the show talks about the games that have shaped their life in one way or another. Games that have inspired them, games that forged connections with others and games that have soothed wounds. Checkpoints!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Categories | Video GamesLeisure | ||||
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In a special epilogue episode the tables are turned as I sit down with Violet Berlin and she interviews me about the games that shaped my own life.
We talk about blind runs of Alex Kidd, Tony Hawks Pro Skater as teenage therapy, why death wouldn't s... more
Consoles don’t really brag about bit ratings anymore. Growing up with games, the leaps between generations felt profound From 8 Bit to 16 Bit, to 32, to Nintendo 64! It was exciting. The last consoles to even mention it in their marketing were the Dr... more
My guest today Julian 'Jaz' Rignall. A formative character in my life in games during his role as the editor for magazines like Mean Machines and CVG, Julian is the first guest I've spoken to on checkpoints that I did drawings of as a child.
As well... more
My guest today is Chris Bell, a game designer with a remarkable CV that includes thatgamecompany's Journey and the upcoming Sky, What Remains of Edith Finch, Way and 12 Minutes.
As well as being an incredible designer Chris is also filled with stori... more
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- A window to the game making process
Presented by a charming and charismatic host, This podcast offers insightful discussions with game makers and enthusiasts. A primer for anyone interested in game design or development. A really wonderful opportunity to learn from the successes and cautionary tales of industry veterans.
Apple Podcasts5Bryoz
United Kingdom8 years ago - Excellent Podcast even for Game Developers
Note to Declan(the host): Fine Declan! Here's 2 minutes while I compile code!
This podcast is excellent. If you've wondered about Game Makers or what they go through to bring you your wonderful games, check out this podcast. You'll discover how we all end up in this industry, what our challenges are and what we think of games and what they mean to us.
Apple Podcasts5MasterHyjinx
United States8 years ago - Consistently Good Listening
Relaxed and conversational interviews with good quality guests. Declan Dineen is a great interviewer and gets the best from all his guests. Very pleasant listening, ideal for long distance drives.
Apple Podcasts5PostcardMikeUnited Kingdom8 years ago - Really well done
What a fantastic project, I'm so glad someone is doing this type of work. Valuable!!
Apple Podcasts5acidth13rteenUnited States8 years ago - Holy cow, the guests!
Brendon Chung! Adam Saltsman! William Pugh! Marc Flury! Rami Ismail! Edmund McMillen! AP Thomson! Alex Preston! Rich Vreeland! Nina Freeman! Ken Levine! Robert Yang! Dominique Ferland! And most recently, Christine Love, Teddy Dief and Time Schafer!
Declan is awesome. Every episode I've listened to (and I've listened to a LOT) has been fabulous. Geez, just subscribe already!
Apple Podcasts5okaybenjiUnited States8 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #128 |  Germany/Leisure/Video Games |
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