
In Think Like a Game Designer, award-winning designer and Stone Blade Entertainment CEO Justin Gary speaks with world-class game designers and creative experts from various industries. Each episode deconstructs the creative process, offering insights into the art of game design and the broader cultural, technological, and business influences shaping a myriad of creative mediums. Join us for action... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Touko Tahkokallio is one of the rare designers who has mastered both tabletop and digital worlds. Starting out as a theoretical physicist, Touko shifted careers to follow his passion for play. First by designing acclaimed board games like Eclipse, th... more
About this Episode
This episode is a little different from the usual Think Like a Game Designer conversation. Instead of a freeform discussion, I came prepared with a curated list of questions to guide the conversation, giving us a structured look i... more
About Jonathan
Jonathan Grant is a creative director at Zynga, founder of Orbital Games, and co-host of We Thought It Would Be Easy with Jordan Weisman. His career spans startups, acquisitions, and AAA environments, where he’s pitched ideas in Zynga... more
About Elan
Elan Lee (@elanlee) is the co-creator and chief executive officer of Exploding Kittens, a leading gaming and entertainment company. Under his leadership, Exploding Kittens has expanded its portfolio to nearly 30 different games with more ... more
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Justin thoughts and comments alone are worth listening but when you pair him with game industry titans, you get a fascinating conversation, always. Inspiring, thoughts provoking, I always walk away with something to think about.
I’m now sure if this review gets attached to the episode or the show but either way. There are few podcast series that I have joined 40 episodes in and felt compelled to listen to every episode of the back catalogue. I love how Justin thinks, presents topics and engages with his guests. This episode was stand out though. As a game design nerd it’s great to listen to some next level ideas on the ways games and play can be viewed in the context of society and the individual. Great stuff.
Justin does a great job, amazing guests, really great insight, and a joy to listen to. If you are a game designer this is a must listen.
Thank You, Justin Gary, for making this available to the public! This information is so valuable and important to any level of game designer, whether first year or fifteenth. I cannot recommend it enough!
3 episodes in and they've all been really great! Insightful and a different take than other game design podcasts.
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This podcast explores the intricacies of game design and the creative processes behind it by engaging with leading game designers and creative professionals across various fields. Topics frequently discussed include marketing strategies, player engagement, and the evolving trends in both tabletop and digital gaming. The engaging commentary often highlights the significance of community feedback in game development and emphasizes actionable insights that aspiring designers can employ. Unique perspectives on the intersection of creativity, technology, and culture offer listeners a wealth of knowledge that transcends the gaming industry. Listeners can expect a blend of personal anecdotes, professional strategies, and interviews that provide a ... more
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