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Resident Evil
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Final Fantasy XV
Dark Souls
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Tim Longo
Brett Douville
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Join hosts and industry veterans Brett Douville and Tim Longo as they discuss older titles and the impact they had on the games industry, as well as any lessons that could be taken away even today. Play along!

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Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we recap 2025 through our interviews. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary.

It's all about our takeaways -- I'm going to let the clip... more

We are off for one more weeke, so we are again reaching into the Discord Game Club interview archive. This time around, BioStats and Calamity Nolan interview Carlos from the Discord, an independent graphic novelist and publisher and former AAA game d... more

We are off for the next few weeks, so we are again reaching into the Discord Game Club interview archive. This time around, BioStats and Calamity Nolan interview RobotSpacer, who talks about his streaming, his hobby game development, and other topics... more

We are off for the next few weeks, so we are again reaching into the Discord Game Club interview archive. This time around, BioStats and Calamity Nolan interview Brad Smith, who talks about his independent developer life, art, punk, and skateboarding... more

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Recent Guests

Carlos Hambrina
Independent graphic novel creator and publisher with a background in game development.
Radiator Comics
Episode: Discord Game Club Ep. 15
Mike Piontek
A Twitch streamer who specializes in immersive experiences of retro games, alongside providing historical context.
Twitch
Episode: Discord Game Club Ep. 14
Brad Smith
Indie developer, principal of Miracle Tea Studios
Miracle Tea Studios
Episode: Discord Game Club Ep. 13
Kim Swift
Game developer and key figure behind Portal and Left 4 Dead series.
NEAR Studios
Episode: DGC Ep 454: Portal Bonus Interview with Kim Swift
Ed Fries
Former general partner in co-running the 1Up Ventures VC Fund and co-founder of Xbox
1Up Ventures, Xbox
Episode: DGC Ep 453: Bonus Interview with Ed Fries
Chet Faliszek
Game developer known for his work on Portal and Left 4 Dead
Stray Bombay
Episode: DGC Ep 451: Portal Bonus Interview with Chet Faliszek
Erik Wolpaw
Renowned game writer known for his work on Portal and Half-Life
Valve
Episode: DGC Ep 445: Portal Bonus Interview with Erik Wolpaw
William Pugh
Co-developer of The Stanley Parable and founder of Crows Crows Crows
Crows Crows Crows
Episode: DGC Ep 439: The Stanley Parable Bonus Interview with William Pugh
Karla Zimonja
Co-founder of Fullbright, co-director of Gone Home
Fullbright
Episode: DGC Ep 438: Gone Home Bonus Interview with Karla Zimonja

Hosts

Brett Douville
Co-host with extensive experience in game development and industry insights. He is involved in discussions focusing on classic games and their impact.
Tim Longo
Co-host and veteran game developer with experience in narrative design and community engagement. He contributes insights on the industry around classic titles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 420 ratings
  • Dev Game Club has, at the time of review, 469 episodes. Each one is at least an hour long (most longer). That means I've spent more than 20 days of my life listening to Brett and Tim Longo Jr-with-a-J-R-at-the-end, and I don't regret a single second of it. These guys serve up entertaining, educational, and in-depth glimpses into some of my favorite games of the past, and they do it with such intellect and wisdom that could only come from experienced industry veterans. I love their authenticity a... more

    Podchaser
    5
    Ben Alcala
    a month ago
  • One of best game design content on the internet

    As a wannabe game developer, I often search the web for game design videos, series and podcasts. I often stumble into content that’s either too shallow or is delivered in a convoluted, navel-gazy fashion.

    That’s not the case for DGC. I’ve been a listener for almost a decade now and Brett and Tim never fail to deliver valuable insights in an accessible and respectful way.

    These guys know what they’re doing and we are lucky that they are willing to share their knowledge with us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paolo Soares
    United States4 months ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    Got into this via the Morrowind and Halo: CE episodes, and have since listened to every episode.

    Great hosts, good vibes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Endofunctor
    United States4 months ago
  • Woke

    Great show but with moments of wokeness sprinkled throughout making for many cringe moments, for example complaining about the middle-eastern levels in Hitman 2, implying that it’s somehow wrong to depict people in the middle-east being harmed, or complaining about the depiction of slavery in Morrowind, implying that it’s somehow wrong to have any kind of depiction slavery in a work of fiction, many such examples of delusional takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ixdbxi
    Canadaa year ago
  • Fantastic Insights Into Classic Games

    I’ve been following the show for years and can’t recommend it more highly. The show covers a variety of classic games over many genres, and playing along with the show is incredibly rewarding when the hosts dig into what works for the game and why. Even if you aren’t playing along, you will be hooked by Brett and Tim’s analysis and banter, backed by decades of real game developer industry experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pharaijin
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions on classic games and the depth of analysis shared by the hosts.
Many reviews commend the podcast's ability to rekindle interest in older games and gaming nostalgia.
The rapport between the hosts is often highlighted, making the podcast feel accessible and relatable.
There are occasional criticisms regarding perceived political commentary, which some listeners found off-putting.

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#151
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#9
Austria/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#36
South Africa/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#40
Austria/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#40
Finland/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#48
India/Leisure/Video Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Discord Game Club Ep. 14
Q: What would you consider a success for your stream or your art or your games?
His successes are defined by community interactions rather than financial gains, such as viewers enjoying his content and coming back to the channel.
Discord Game Club Ep. 14
Q: Do you have any long-term plans for the channel?
He mentioned that he enjoys streaming as a hobby and does not plan on making it a full-time job, but does want to grow the channel.
Discord Game Club Ep. 14
Q: What was your initial motivation to start streaming?
Piontek started streaming because he and his wife enjoyed watching GDQ and other developers on Twitch, which inspired him to share his own gaming experiences.
Discord Game Club Ep. 13
Q: What makes a good festival, both as an attendee and an exhibitor?
Brad emphasized that a good festival is defined by its affordable exhibiting fees and the quality of artists showcased.
Discord Game Club Ep. 13
Q: What inspires you to start a new work?
Often, negative emotions can fuel Brad's creativity, and he grapples with a constant stream of ideas that he struggles to keep up with.

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Focusing on classic video games, this podcast provides an in-depth look at the design and development of older titles, exploring their impact on the gaming industry and the lessons they offer for today's developers. The hosts, both seasoned industry veterans, share personal stories, insights, and analysis, engaging listeners in a thoughtful examination of each game's narrative, mechanics, and historical context. Notably, the format encourages audiences to play along, enhancing the experience with active participation. The discussions are enriched by interviews with notable guests from the gaming field, often delving into the processes behind creating iconic titles and shedding light on the evolution of game design.

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Recent guests on Dev Game Club include:

1. Carlos Hambrina
2. Mike Piontek
3. Brad Smith
4. Kim Swift
5. Ed Fries
6. Chet Faliszek
7. Erik Wolpaw
8. William Pugh

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