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The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook

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

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This episode contains spoilers for the game 'Ghost of Yōtei'

Alexa Ray Corriea chats with actor and producer, Erika Ishii who stars as Atsu in Ghost of Yōtei. Together they discuss Erika's journey in acting and how they found themselves working in ... more

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Alexa Ray Corriea chats with Oli Chance and Morgan Rushton from localization studio Shloc Ltd. Together they discuss how they got into the business of game localization; their long history working on massive IP like the Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, a... more

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Trent Kusters chats with Dotemu CEO, Cyrille Imbert. Together they discuss Dotemu's work in licensed IP including how they pitch to license holders; the short-term financial and long-term relationship damage caused by releasing subpar products; how t... more

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Trent Kusters chats with creator of the cult classic Katamari Damacy and the recently released to a T, Keita Takahashi. Together they discuss how he went from sculpting to his first job at Bandai Namco; the origins and development of Katamari Damacy ... more

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Erika Ishii
Voice actress known for her work in video games, particularly as the character Atsu in Ghost of Yōtei.
Sucker Punch Productions
Episode: Becoming the Ghost of Yōtei with Erika Ishii
Oli Chance
Localization expert at Shloc
Shloc
Episode: The Challenges of Game Localization, Writing and Recording with Shloc
Morgan Rushton
Localization writer at Shloc
Shloc
Episode: The Challenges of Game Localization, Writing and Recording with Shloc
Keita Takahashi
Creative director and co-founder of Evola, notable for creating Katamari Damacy.
Evola
Episode: From "Katamari Damacy" Through "to a T" with Keita Takahashi
Jeff Gardiner
Founder and CEO of Something Wicked Games, seasoned game developer with nearly two decades at Bethesda Game Studios.
Something Wicked Games
Episode: The Development World of RPGs with Jeff Gardiner
Lis Moberly
A very seasoned and talented RPG writer and design director.
20th Century Games
Episode: Games Writing with Lis Moberly, Creative Lead @ 20th Century Games
Yves Le Yaouanq
Chief Content Officer of Focus Entertainment
Focus Entertainment
Episode: How to Pitch Game Projects to Publishers with Focus Entertainment's Yves Le Yaouanq
Mark Ranson
Art Director at Void Interactive
Void Interactive
Episode: How Ready or Not Creates Tension Behind Every Door
Sean Gorman
Lead Designer at Void Interactive
Void Interactive
Episode: How Ready or Not Creates Tension Behind Every Door

Hosts

Trent Kusters
Co-founder and studio director at League of Geeks, passionate about game development and design.
Alexa Ray Corriea
Host of conversations with game developers, known for her insights into the gaming industry.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 610 ratings
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    Stonemire_the_dwarf
    United States3 months ago
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    United States10 months ago
  • Austin Wintory talks too much

    He talks more than guests. He ruins the podcast.

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    backslash-f
    Germany2 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 States4 years ago
  • Super insightful!

    Meaningful conversations that touch on so many aspects of the gaming industry. Really appreciate the attention this podcast pays to the process behind everything, great insights!

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    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago

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The hosts are skilled at drawing out personal stories and insights from their guests.
Insightful conversations with top professionals in the gaming industry.
Great resource for understanding the complexities of video game development.

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Absolum - Dotemu's Path From Licensed Games to Original IP
Q: What would you say to studio heads looking to navigate the licensing field and how can they succeed?
Cyrille emphasized the importance of understanding the IP deeply, knowing what fans want, and approaching IP owners with proven success credentials.
How to Pitch Game Projects to Publishers with Focus Entertainment's Yves Le Yaouanq
Q: What is your plan? What is your strategy?
Decide if you want to just make a game or build a studio; both paths require different approaches.
How to Pitch Game Projects to Publishers with Focus Entertainment's Yves Le Yaouanq
Q: What would your advice be based on what you've learned at Ubi, what you've kind of learned at Focus, and what you're seeing for the future?
Play a lot of games and have a diverse variety to inform your understanding and creativity.
How Ready or Not Creates Tension Behind Every Door
Q: What is kind of on your horizon?
They want to continue supporting 'Ready or Not' and explore new scenarios and dynamics for future content.
How Ready or Not Creates Tension Behind Every Door
Q: What are some of the things that didn't make the cut?
They cut old levels that no longer met their quality standards as they evolved as a studio.

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Insightful interviews with video game creators provide a behind-the-scenes look at the interactive entertainment industry, exploring both the business and creative aspects of game development. Content often features notable personalities in gaming discussing their journeys, as well as trends, challenges, and innovations within the sector. Listeners can expect deep dives into topics such as game mechanics, storytelling, and community engagement, making it a valuable resource for both industry professionals and avid gamers alike. Unique features may include personal anecdotes and tips from experienced developers, showcasing the art and science behind beloved games.

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2. Oli Chance
3. Morgan Rushton
4. Keita Takahashi
5. Jeff Gardiner
6. Lis Moberly
7. Yves Le Yaouanq
8. Mark Ranson

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