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The Thomas Brush Show

Thomas Brush
Game Development
Indie Game Development
Farewell North
Youtube
Indie Games
Kickstarter
Cult Of the Lamb
Scottish Highlands
AI In Gaming
Song Of Iron
Song Of Iron 2
Outbound
Steam
Unity
Indie Game Publishing
Halo Series
Elements
Game Marketing
Moon Eye Studios
Above Snakes

Welcome to The Thomas Brush Show, where we talk to indie game developers who make a living creating indie games, full time! I will also sometimes talk to other creatives, like film-makers, YouTubers, and artists.

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Latest Episodes

I chat about my why I'm making a horror game as a Christian, and whether this is "bad"...► Learn how to make a game studio from your bedroom, free► Wishlist Twisted Tower► What I believe

So. After 4 years of polishing my indie game Twisted Tower... sometimes I wonder if it would make better sense to just drop the project. So, I did a beta test. Here are the results...

► Learn how to make a game studio from your bedroom, free► Wishli... more

If you wanna start making your first game... watch this!

► Learn how to make a game studio from your bedroom, free

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Here's why so many game devs want to make games, but never finish them.

► Learn how to make a game studio from your bedroom, free

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Recent Guests

William Dubé
Creator of Jotun, Sundered, Spiritfarer, and At Fate's End
Thunder Lotus Games
Episode: Will Dubé: How He Sold A Million Copies Of His Games, Indie Survival & Indie Secrets | Ep. #055
Kyle Balda
Director of animated films including Minions and Despicable Me 3, currently exploring game development
Illumination Entertainment
Episode: Kyle Balda: Why This Hollywood Director Is Now Making Games, Why Game Dev Is So Hard | Ep. #053
Jake Birkett
Indie game developer and owner of a custom engine for game development
Independent
Episode: Jake Birkett: Making Indie Games For 20 Years, Unity vs Custom Engine, Indie Survival | Ep. #051
Sterling Rank
Co-creator of 'Ready or Not', a tactical FPS
Void Interactive
Episode: Stirling Rank: How He Sold 9 Million Copies Of His Game, 8 Years Of Dev, Unity v Unreal | Ep. #050
Julian Ball
Indie game developer and creator of Lens Island
Independent Developer
Episode: Julian Ball: Releasing His 8 Year Dream Game (& How It Went), Staying Motivated, Burn Out | Ep. #049
Fredrik Präntare
Indie game developer and founder of Pugstorm
Pugstorm
Episode: Fredrik Präntare: How He Sold Millions Of Copies, Solo Dev vs. Team, 3 Years On 1 Game | Ep. #048
Chris Zukowski
Game marketing expert specializing in Steam visibility and strategies for wish list building.
Episode: Chris Zukowski: How To Make Your First Game Blow Up On Steam (With No Following) - Ep. #045
Daniel Mullins
Indie game developer known for Pony Island and Inscription.
Episode: Ep. 042 - How He Started A Game Studio At His Desk Job (Daniel Mullins)
Dave Gilbert
Indie game developer, known for Unavowed and Blackwell series
Wadjet Eye Games
Episode: Ep. 039 - How He Sold 2,000,000 Copies Of His Games (Dave Gilbert)

Host

Thomas Brush
Host of discussions with indie game developers and creatives, sharing insights on the industry.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • This has been so good to listen to! I have a second job working in a warehouse in the evenings and obviously the dream is to become a full time game designer and listening to the podcast has been helping me get through my shift. Thank you Thomas!

    Audible
    5
    James Knudsen
    United States20 days ago
  • Too much advertising

    I’ve got mixed feelings about it. The topics are very interesting but to me Thomas is very distracting with his: »And by the way«-advertising style.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    martinhirsch
    Germany2 months ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you for making this show. It is invaluable to indie game devs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chang0520
    United States6 months ago
  • Love it

    U gonna keep it going for more of 2025?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beano’ijnijnijnnj
    Australia8 months ago
  • An awesome podcast about game development!

    Been following Thomas for years and his podcasts are so entertaining and insightful. A must listen for anyone in the game dev space and honestly those in the entrepreneurial community as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smileymagee1025
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the focus on indie game development and find the content invaluable for their own work.
The conversational style is regarded as entertaining and engaging, appealing to those within the entrepreneurial spirit.
Feedback indicates some listeners find the advertising style distracting, but the overall topics remain compelling.

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#40
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Apple Podcasts
#61
Finland/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#134
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Apple Podcasts
#185
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#235
Chile/Technology
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#240
Sweden/Technology

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How To Actually Finish Making Your Game
Q: What tips do you have for developing a whole game and not just some prototype?
Focus on choosing a game you're passionate about, create a finish line, and accept that not every project needs to be perfect.
Kyle Balda: Why This Hollywood Director Is Now Making Games, Why Game Dev Is So Hard | Ep. #053
Q: Do you think making films is harder than making games?
Kyle expresses that the processes are different, with games requiring player control which adds complexity in storytelling that isn't as prevalent in film.
Kyle Balda: Why This Hollywood Director Is Now Making Games, Why Game Dev Is So Hard | Ep. #053
Q: Why are film directors and studios stepping into the game industry?
Kyle Balda believes that the game industry is more enticing and democratized compared to the film industry, making it appealing for filmmakers.
Tom Francis: How He Sold 1,000,000 Copies Of His Games | Ep. #052
Q: What do you think about AI and game development?
Not right now, I don't think AI can create good games without human input, as human intentionality is important in our relationship with games.
Fredrik Präntare: How He Sold Millions Of Copies, Solo Dev vs. Team, 3 Years On 1 Game | Ep. #048
Q: What are some ways you keep your team happy?
Understanding different personalities and providing support based on individual needs is crucial to maintaining team morale.

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A space dedicated to exploring the journeys of indie game developers, this podcast showcases the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of those making a living through their creativity. Alongside game developers, conversations may extend to filmmakers, YouTubers, and artists, highlighting a diverse array of voices from the creative industry. Topics often discussed include indie game development, marketing strategies, personal experiences in game launches, and insights into balancing artistic integrity with commercial success. The host's engaging conversational style is likely to resonate with listeners interested in learning from real-world experiences, making it a valuable resource for aspiring developers and creatives alike.

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1. William Dubé
2. Kyle Balda
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4. Sterling Rank
5. Julian Ball
6. Fredrik Präntare
7. Chris Zukowski
8. Daniel Mullins

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