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A game dev podcast featuring in-depth conversations between video game makers on the business and craft of interactive entertainment.

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Latest Episodes

Trent Kusters chats with Hakan Abrak, CEO & Co-Owner of IO Interactive. Hakan is also the Game Director on IOI's take on the Bond legacy with 007 First Light. Together they discuss how IOI met with MGM and the Ian Fleming estate to first pitch the pr... more

Adam Orth chats Allen Murray, Studio Head of ZA/UM Studio and Head of Production on ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies. Together they discuss the legacy of the studio and the pressure of following up a beloved debut in Disco Elysium; the deliberate choices... more

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Trent Kusters chats with AP Thomson, creator of the surreal strategy-puzzle game, Titanium Court. Together they discuss his path into games and meeting his long time collaborator Jenny Jiao Hsia; working together on the award winning Consume Me; the ... more

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Adam Orth chats with Igor Gritsy and Yura Zhoanovich of Sad Cat Studios about their 2.5D cinematic action-platformer, Replaced. Together they discuss developing the story as an exploration between technology and it's relationship with the human condi... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Birkett
Founder/Designer at Grey Alien Games
Grey Alien Games
Episode: Jake Birkett on Forbidden Solitaire, Casual Games, and Surviving Gamedev for 11 Years Without a Hit
Chandana Ekanayake
Creator of Dosa Divas and Thirsty Suitors, co-founder at Outerloop Games
Outerloop Games
Episode: Dosa Divas' Chandana Ekanayake Talks Food, Music, and Indie Development
Jason Wishnov
Creative director at Iridium Studios; lead on People of Note
Iridium Studios
Episode: How People of Note Explores Heavy Subjects with Whimsy and Musical Theater
Greg Louden
Creative director at Housemarque
Housemarque
Episode: Housemarque's Gregory Louden on Saros, Narrative and Game Design
Mateusz Michalak
CEO of Fumi Games
Fumi Games
Episode: MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Creating a Rubber Hose Noir Detective Story
Mateusz Lechowski
Lead narrative designer for Mouse PI. For Hire
Fumi Games
Episode: MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Creating a Rubber Hose Noir Detective Story
Troy Baker
Voice actor for Jack Pepper, lead performance
Various (voice acting career referenced)
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Johnny Galvatron
Game developer and creator discussed on the show
Episode: How Mixtape Tells a Coming of Age Story via Music with Johnny Galvatron
Ken Levine
Co-founder and creative director of Ghost Story Games (offshoot of Irrational)
Ghost Story Games / Irrational
Episode: Re-release: Bioshock Creator Ken Levine on Judas, Writing and Narrative in Games

Host

Adam Orth
Host of The Game Maker's Notebook.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 620 ratings
  • A free education in game design!

    A wonderful resource for any aspiring gave devs. Consistently brings high quality interviews with people from every corner of the games industry. Would highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dicko Nasty
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    This is a really good podcast! Also, no I’m not a bot, I’m just writing a short review

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stonemire_the_dwarf
    United States10 months ago
  • See you next Tuesday angry weather underground

    Just a lost of evil weather underground trained journalists… can’t build anything, horrible bias, evil intent. A complete zero of an organization and podcast. Truly reprehensible and anti art and science

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheBinApt22322
    United Statesa year ago
  • Austin Wintory talks too much

    He talks more than guests. He ruins the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    backslash-f
    Germany3 years ago
  • Incredible podcast

    It’s like being at GDC. Love hearing the insights and war stories. Thank you for putting the time in to create this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bluepuma
    United States5 years ago

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Guests bring deep industry knowledge and candid insights.
Consistently solid production and thoughtful questions.
Great depth on craft and business of game development.
Audience appreciation for accessible yet expert storytelling.
High-quality interviews with notable game makers.

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How Mixtape Tells a Coming of Age Story via Music with Johnny Galvatron
Q: What were your gaming influences for Mixtape?
Influences include Life is Strange for teenage hangouts, Kentucky Route Zero for writing and movement, Journey for freedom and pacing, Edith Finch for family and storytelling, and overall emphasis on writing and emotional resonance rather than traditional gameplay mechanics.
How Mixtape Tells a Coming of Age Story via Music with Johnny Galvatron
Q: When did you get the idea to do Mixtape and the conceit of the game's chapters?
The guest explains that they always wanted to tell a coming-of-age story and were inspired by John Hughes, using the music they loved from that era as the engine to shape the game's chapters and the narrative arc.
The State of Games Writing with Writer & Narrative Director Cara Ellison
Q: How did you transition from journalism to narrative design?
A pivotal move occurred after working in Japan and discovering that game journalism could be monetized; this led to a path from writing to contract work on titles like Dishonored 2 and eventually to a focus on narrative design.
The State of Games Writing with Writer & Narrative Director Cara Ellison
Q: What year was that and what was it like at Rockstar North?
It was around 2007, in the final stretch before GTA IV's release, and she describes a male-skewed environment but notes how it's changed since, with more women in the industry now.
Talking Game Maker's Sketchbook with Double Fine's Tim Schafer
Q: What charities benefit from the proceeds?
The AIAS Foundation and Day of the Devs benefit from the proceeds, supporting student scholarships and emerging voices in gaming.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Game Maker's Notebook

What is Game Maker's Notebook about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive, craft-forward show that centers on the people who make games—from designers and writers to performers and studio leaders. Across episodes, conversations span narrative design, game systems, production challenges, publisher dynamics, and the evolving business of creating interactive entertainment. Noteworthy threads include how personal experiences shape game storytelling, the role of licensing and partnerships in bringing projects to life, and the balance between artistic vision and commercial realities. The format tends to feature candid career stories, actionable insights for aspiring creators, and high-caliber discussions with industry veterans, making it valuable for both practitioners and executives looking to learn from s... more

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1. Jake Birkett
2. Chandana Ekanayake
3. Jason Wishnov
4. Greg Louden
5. Mateusz Michalak
6. Mateusz Lechowski
7. Troy Baker
8. Johnny Galvatron

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