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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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GDC Side Quest is back with another fantastic interview straight from the show floor of GDC Festival of Gaming. This month, celebrated composer Austin Wintory joins content marketing manager Beth Elderkin for a conversation about his creative process... more

This week on the Game Developer Podcast, senior editor Bryant Francis, former Maxis senior engineer David "Rez" Graham and former Take-Two head of AI Dr. Luke Dicken—both celebrated experts in the field of video game AI—are tackling the "black hole" ... more

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This week on the Game Developer Podcast, we’re diving into the discipline of localization—the undersung heroes of the video game industry. Localizers and translators are the ones who make it possible for games to sell beyond the borders of their nati... more

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It's time for another episode of GDC Side Quest and another fantastic conversation recorded live on the GDC Festival of Gaming Show Floor. This month’s guest: acclaimed actor Samantha Béart, known for her work in Larian Studios' Baldur’s Gate III, Cl... more

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Recent Guests

Concha Fernández Álvarez
Localization professional with background in translating games; affiliated with Alkonost
Alkonost
Episode: #75 - What devs need to know about localization, ft. Concha Fernández Álvarez, Aurélie Perrin, and Guido Di Carlo
Aurélie Perrin
Localization specialist with experience across languages
Unknown (mentioned in context of localization teams)
Episode: #75 - What devs need to know about localization, ft. Concha Fernández Álvarez, Aurélie Perrin, and Guido Di Carlo
Guido Di Carlo
Project manager turned freelance translator with EA background
Electronic Arts (historical account); freelance
Episode: #75 - What devs need to know about localization, ft. Concha Fernández Álvarez, Aurélie Perrin, and Guido Di Carlo
Samantha Béart
BAFTA-nominated actor and performer known for Baldur's Gate III and It Takes A Village host
Self/It Takes A Village
Episode: GDC Side Quest - A Sit-Down With The Indomitable Sam Béart
Mike Bilder
CEO of Jackbox Games
Jackbox Games
Episode: #74 - How Jackbox Games navigated the post-pandemic sales slump ft. Mike Bilder
Victor Folmann
CEO of NexusMods
NexusMods
Episode: #73 - NexusMods CEO digs into the dynamics of video game modding ft. Victor Folmann
David Alpert
CEO of Skybound Entertainment, DA
Skybound Entertainment
Episode: #72 - Inside Skybound’s video game strategy ft. David “DA” Alpert and Jon Goldman
Jon Goldman
Co-chairman of Skybound
Skybound Entertainment
Episode: #72 - Inside Skybound’s video game strategy ft. David “DA” Alpert and Jon Goldman
Emma Kidwell
Game writer
Civilization VII (Firaxis)
Episode: #71 - The art of game writing in “non-narrative” games ft. Emma Kidwell and Harrison Pink

Hosts

Bryant Francis
Host of Game Developer Podcast; Senior Editor at GameDeveloper.com
Beth Elderkin
Content Marketing Manager for GDC Festival of Gaming; host on segment

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 155 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
    Canada3 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
    12$:$:):$,$,$:!;
    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 States5 years ago

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The show is easy to listen to and features a range of topics from localization to game publishing.
Listeners praise energetic hosts and diverse guests, with high-value, actionable insights.

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GDC Side Quest - Crafting Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s mournful tale ft. Jennifer Svedberg-Yen
Q: How did you approach building the game's world and characters to ensure emotional depth?
She emphasized grounding fantastical events in real, relatable emotions by centering on character arcs, relationships, and the internal struggles of each character, aiming for authenticity and emotional weight within a large narrative.
GDC Side Quest - Crafting Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s mournful tale ft. Jennifer Svedberg-Yen
Q: What was your favorite video game side quest?
Jennifer struggled to pick one but highlighted a recent, meaningful side quest from Spider-Man 2 that revisits important locations and includes a nod to Spider-Man Miles Morales, illustrating how smaller moments can resonate within a larger world.
#71 - The art of game writing in “non-narrative” games ft. Emma Kidwell and Harrison Pink
Q: What is the value of storytelling in a gameplay-first game?
The guests discuss that storytelling provides player immersion, emotional resonance, and a sense of connection to the world and characters, which can sustain engagement even when core gameplay is the primary focus.
#71 - The art of game writing in “non-narrative” games ft. Emma Kidwell and Harrison Pink
Q: What was a good starting point for you when designing Civ voice or a leader's storytelling style?
Emma explains that starting with macro life contexts and a lead writer's direction helps shape a civ's voice, while remaining flexible to adjust based on the leader or civilization, ensuring that the writing supports the gameplay system.
#69 - We tested the Steam Controller ft. Alessandro Fillari
Q: What is the next game Alessandro plans to test with the Steam Controller?
Alessandro mentions Diablo IV and a few other titles as upcoming tests, expressing interest in trying Diablo IV's expansion with the controller once it's fully synced across platforms, and planning to explore more simulation-focused games that can leverage the controller's complex inputs.

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What is Game Developer Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program delivers in-depth discussions with game development veterans, covering topics from localization and narrative design to publishing strategies and studio collaboration. Episodes often feature panels or interviews with practitioners who share hands-on insights, practical workflows, and real-world anecdotes about crunch, tooling, and market dynamics. A standout aspect is the mix of technical, creative, and business perspectives, plus a recurring emphasis on collaboration across roles (writers, designers, actors, producers) and on evolving industry issues like AI in writing, co-development, and live-service models. The format tends to blend thoughtful storytelling with actionable takeaways for developers, publishers, and creators s... more

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4. Samantha Béart
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