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Make the Game with Matt Hackett

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Learn to make and sell indie games with Matt Hackett, author of How to Make a Video Game All By Yourself.

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🎬 Time Codes

0:00 Intro

0:23 Work schedules / time tracking / sprint planning

4:28 Game architecture complexity

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🎬 TIMELINE

0:00 Intro

0:13 Marketing and PR

35:37 How to get wishlists

49:32 How long to market a game?

59:17 Marketing beats

1:07:05 Keyscammers

1:25:40 Outro

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📋 Show Notes

* A Wizard's Lizard

* From Quake mods to game director with Jon Hackett

* 🐷 Pixel Washer

* PowerWash Simulator

* Dr Wahwee

* Tiled (map editor)

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Greg Love
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Matt Hackett
Host of Make the Game, Matt Hackett shares valuable insights on indie game development, blending personal experiences with expert interviews to provide actionable strategies for aspiring developers.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Great guy. Great podcast

    I love listening to this podcast. It’s awesome and is just all around great. Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    miniature_universe
    Switzerland2 years ago
  • great content!

    Thanks Matt for coming back to the airwaves and putting out some great stuff to help people push their work forwards!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eyuzwa
    Canada3 years ago

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Many appreciate the actionable advice offered, especially regarding game marketing and emotional resilience.
Listeners praise the host for his engaging and insightful discussions.
The show is seen as a valuable resource for indie game developers, helping them navigate the challenges of game creation.

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#203
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Godot and YouTube with Sean McKenzie (Bacon and Games)
Q: Is there anything from your significant experience on the publishing side of Armor Games that you now take with you, now that you're getting into development?
I've been able to look at a game from multiple perspectives, such as from the players' perspective, the publisher's perspective, and more.

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Focusing on the indie game development landscape, episodes frequently cover crucial aspects like game design, marketing, and creative strategies needed for success. The host interviews industry experts and shares personal experiences, addressing both the technical and mental challenges faced by developers. Insights into innovative marketing tactics and the importance of community engagement are prominent, indicating a strong emphasis on building professional networks. Unique to this show is the candid discussion about emotional resilience in creative work, equipping listeners with practical tools to overcome setbacks.

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