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Find out how video games get made! The official podcast for GameDeveloper.com brings you illuminating conversation and commentary from brilliant people in the video game industry. Hosted by Game Developer senior editor Bryant Francis. Music by Mike Meehan. Published every other Friday.

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This week Kitfox Games founder and CEO Tanya Short swings by the studio to unveil the latest output from game design retreat Polaris: an expert-led list of the 100 most influential video games of all time.

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This week Nick Herman and Dennis Lenart, two of the co-directors of Adhoc Studio’s Dispatch, swing by the Game Developer Podcast to talk about the processes for telling great stories in games, the process of collaborating with animation shop Igloo St... more

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Former Nexon CEO Owen Mahoney has been on a blogging tear lately, calling out industry execs for boneheaded fad-chasing, breaking down the economics of game development, and, yes, singing the praises of generative AI.

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Welcome to GDC Side Quest, our new monthly podcast project produced in partnership with GDC Festival of Gaming. On this show content marketing manager Beth Elderkin will travel the broader B2B ecosystem of the video game industry, seeking more insigh... more

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Recent Guests

Owen Mahoney
Former CEO of Nexon
Nexon
Episode: #60 - Analyzing the game industry’s woes and AI's potential with former Nexon CEO Owen Mahoney
Rebecca Saltsman
CEO and co-founder of Finji
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Episode: GDC Side Quest - Bekah Saltsman breaks down indie biz essentials
Ben Kvalo
CEO of Midwest Games and former executive at Netflix and 2K Games
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Episode: #58 - Midwest Games CEO Ben Kvalo’s vision for a more sustainable game industry
Stephen Clarke-Wilson
Game Director of the original Guild Wars
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Episode: #56 - Spooky MMORPG networking stories from Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2
Robert Neckoruk
Game Director for Guild Wars 2
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Episode: #56 - Spooky MMORPG networking stories from Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2
Liz England
Game designer and former design director at Insomniac Games
System Era Softworks
Episode: #53 - Revisiting The Door Problem With Liz England
Kait Tremblay
Lead Narrative Designer at Soft Rains, focusing on themes of death in storytelling.
Soft Rains
Episode: #52 - What Makes Ambrosia Sky So Unique?
Joel Burgess
Studio Head of Soft Rains, former level designer at Bethesda.
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Episode: #52 - What Makes Ambrosia Sky So Unique?
Sarah Elmaleh
Exceptional voice actor and union negotiator
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Episode: #51 - Digging into SAG-AFTRA’s Stellar Win With Sarah Elmaleh

Host

Bryant Francis
Senior editor at Game Developer, hosts engaging conversations with industry professionals to explore the nuances of game development and technology.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • Great hosts, very informative

    The hosts bring great energy to every episode and prompt guests to tell interesting stories about their development. Great variety of guests on this show too. Worth going all the way back to the first episode and binging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alexei_dev
    Canada2 years ago
  • Highly recommend!

    No matter the subject, you’re guaranteed to gain something from every episode - can’t recommend the Game Developer Podcast enough. 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mvelasco07
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Guests Bad Host

    This podcast is a really great and informative podcast, the main draw that takes me away from it is the host Kris Graft who will constantly make meaningless jokes during the podcast and even will interrupt his guests sometimes to make these jokes. I listen to this podcast to hear the interesting stories that the guests have to tell not the corny dad jokes. The host Alyssa is great though, and always asks very interesting questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
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    Canada4 years ago
  • A (strangely) soothing podcast

    Great podcast! I love the range of guests they have on and the hosts are very easy to listen to! One thing I do wish, however, is that their more recent podcasts not be pre-recordings of past GDCs. Either way- very useful and interesting information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AethereaLeo
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Game Podcast!

    Great podcast to learn more about game dev.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ajsbdfnjwvdba
    United States4 years ago

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Many find the variety of guests engaging and the topics relevant to their interests in game development.
Listeners appreciate the great energy and informative discussions brought by the hosts and guests.
Overall, it is broadly recognized as a valuable resource for insights into the video game industry.
There is some critique regarding the hosting style, pointing out occasional interruptions and humor that may detract from the information shared.

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GDC Side Quest - Bekah Saltsman breaks down indie biz essentials
Q: What is the most recent game that has moved you?
The sequel to Cosmic Encounters because I had a personal experience watching my child play it and develop thinking skills.
GDC Side Quest - Bekah Saltsman breaks down indie biz essentials
Q: How would you advise developers to walk across that bridge?
It's literally talk to people to get feedback on your game as part of your marketing strategy.
#56 - Spooky MMORPG networking stories from Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2
Q: How do you feel listening to the problems that Stephen's describing?
It's a balance of appreciating the nostalgia of those issues while facing modern challenges in game maintenance.
#56 - Spooky MMORPG networking stories from Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2
Q: What is it like to still be directing, still be helping keep this beloved old game online for all these years?
It's a mix of nostalgia and fresh challenges, where new technology and community engagement keep it feeling alive.
#55 - Making a gargantuan game like Borderlands 4
Q: How can you assess where removing friction is appropriate and where it needs to stay for the player experience?
We wanted to create a seamless world where mission progression and character progression feel seamless, allowing players to collect rewards on the go without interruptions.

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Focusing on the intricacies of video game development, this podcast engages with a diverse array of industry professionals who share their experiences and insights. Topics frequently discussed include the balance of creativity and business within game design, the evolution of marketing strategies for indie developers, and the impact of emerging technologies such as AI on the gaming landscape. Unique episodes highlight personal anecdotes from game leaders and delve into practical strategies for fostering innovation while navigating industry challenges. This insightful exploration is ideal for those interested in the mechanisms behind video game creation, as well as for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of the industry.

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1. Owen Mahoney
2. Rebecca Saltsman
3. Ben Kvalo
4. Stephen Clarke-Wilson
5. Robert Neckoruk
6. Liz England
7. Kait Tremblay
8. Joel Burgess

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