Game Dev Field Guide: Recent Episodes
Zackavelli
The Game Dev Field Guide is a podcast series focused on teaching you how to make and launch your own video games. This podcast is aimed at the beginner to intermediate level of game developer. Learn things like how to make crisp movement controls, making eye catching sprites, and marketing your game for it's big release. Stay awhile and listen!
In this episode Zackavelli talks about big picture tips for making a colony sim game.Skip to Body of Episode: 6:22Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about art direction and how to come up with rules for your style guide.Skip to Body of Episode: 5:07Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the concept of the core fantasy for video games.Skip to Body of Episode: 9:38Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
for game devs.Skip to Body of Episode: 7:31Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
of thinking about it as a designer.Skip to Body of Episode: 7:32Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli discusses strategies for steam success and de risking game dev with professional min/maxer Cory DarbyCory on the Jonas Tyroller Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWidan8ggGoBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Music By Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the Enemy Design basics and lessons from across a spectrum of genresSkip to Body of Episode: 8:04Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about backend systems for games and why you should consider the features it can support.SPONSOR:Please check out the link below to support AccelByte in paying for this free educational content.Unlimited Development Trial: https://accelbyte.io/promoSkip to Body of Episode: 6:13Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to avoid your game looking and feeling cheap.GDFG X Minifantasy Bundlehttps://itch.io/s/154689/-gdfg-x-minifantasy-bundle?c=wwr9by8cufSkip to Body of Episode: 6:50Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the 3C's Game Design FrameworkSkip to Body of Episode: 6:15Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the best genre ever, ARPGsSkip to Body of Episode: 6:23Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about 4 simple math concepts that can help with game devs in various situations.Skip to Body of Episode: 6:40Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for designing stealth mechanics and takeaways that can be learned from that for overall design.Skip to Body of Episode: 6:15Wishlist Baba Yaga:https://store.steampowered.com/app/3154620/Baba_Yaga/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about managing motivation as a project resource, similar to money or time.Skip to Body of Episode: 7:23Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli gives an update on what is the "Best" game engine in 2024.Skip to Body of Episode: 7:54Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli takes a look at the genre of idle gamesMath of idle games article:https://blog.kongregate.com/the-math-of-idle-games-part-i/Skip to Body of Episode: 8:33Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
This is a audio only version of the first test episode of the Game Dev Game Show.See the video recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxdiE19BPl0You can watch GDGS Live on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Music by Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about negotiating your design ideas with others.Skip to Body of Episode: 5:01Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about reusing game environments and plays buff debuff.Skip to Body of Episode: 5:29Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
This is a audio only version of the first test episode of the Game Dev Game Show.See the video recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUy1Ub_DEhI&t=2135sYou can watch GDGS Live on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Music by Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to build and optimize your content workflow.Skip to Body of Episode: 8:20Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to recognize and avoid design traps.Star Wars Galaxies Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cz9Ohl1MqmQSkip to Body of Episode: 11:02Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to recognize and avoid design traps.Game Makers Toolkit Balatro Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk3S3o1qOHo&t=315sSkip to Body of Episode: 10:25Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to identify little things that go a long way.Skip to Body of Episode: 6:12Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the state of the games industry and why we may be going through a paradigm shift.Skip to Body of Episode: 13:13Extremism in games article:https://thatparkplace.com/u-s-government-funded-organization-take-this-encourages-game-developers-to-denounce-gamers-who-are-being-harassed-by-sweet-baby-inc/Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about what tutorial hell is, how you likely got there, and how to get out.Skip to Body of Episode: 6:28Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about practical tips for implementing dialogue and voice acting in your games.Skip to Body of Episode: 7:40Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/Mirror_Throne_Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode we do a live Q&A Session with the PatronsCheck out my game "Mirror Throne" on Steam:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/Mirror_Throne_Auto_Battler/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Music: Its Snowtime by Zenzara
In this episode Zackavelli talks about an experimental design method called Core Skill TuningSkip to Body of Episode: 8:47Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli plays Buff/Debuff and gives a wider view on the recent changes to Unity's pricing.Skip to Body of Episode: 22:00Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKwIntro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about horde modes popular around ~2010 and why Diablo 2 has the best item progression and rarity of all time.Skip to Body of Episode: 5:40Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the survival game genre
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In this episode Zackavelli gives you a look behind the scenes at how much indie games really make.
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Skip to Body of Episode: 7:05
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for turning a bad game around. Sonner or later, your gonna need these tips...Skip to Body of Episode: 8:59Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the nebulous topic of giving a game heart and soul, and identifies a few contributing factors.Skip to Body of Episode: 3:48Portfollio: Zackavelli.comBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about text and image genrating ai tools and how he is using them in his gamedev toolkit right now.Skip to Body of Episode: 5:33Portfollio: Zackavelli.comBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about basic fundamental cheat prevention strategies and about weather or not they are even worth it.Skip to Body of Episode: 4:10Portfollio: Zackavelli.comBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest talks about his experience being a black Gamedev.Skip to Guest Segment: 15:00Lockes The Thief:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1756650/Lockes_The_Thief/Padlockes Tech on Twitter:https://twitter.com/PadlockesTechBe come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
In this episode Zackavelli talks about his journey getting a job in games and tips for getting your own job in games.Skip to Body of Episode: 7:24Portfollio: Zackavelli.comBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about coming up with game ideas that can be financially successful by doing market research.Skip to Body of Episode: 12:56How to market a game blog:https://howtomarketagame.com/blog/Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks live with Yanniboi about building a gamedev holiday shopping list.Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_♫Music By♫●Ikson - Christmas ●Song - https://youtu.be/MkDUYTjSEVg●Follow Ikson - https://www.bassrebels.co.uk/Ikson
In this episode Zackavelli gives 5 practical things that you can start doing to improve your visual effects.Skip to Body of Episode: 7:45Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Intro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest talks about his experience in gamedev higher educationSkip to Guest Segment: 19:11Longy's Links:https://twitter.com/DevLongyhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqpVhu6jtjvL7NTz561zlHgBe come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
In this episode Zackavelli talks about camera perspectives and the importance of smooth camera motion in video games.Skip to Body of Episode: 6:24Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKwIntro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has 10 tips for game development and production.Skip to Guest Segment: 16:57Universe 51: Tannhäuser Wars on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Universe_51_Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1761770/Universe_51_Tannhuser_Wars/Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the "Golden Age" of JRPGs and what we can learn from their design.Skip to Body of Episode: 5:25Earthbound AVGN episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ5nX0FTH6Q&t=1191sBecome a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKwIntro music by: AvarenGame Dev Challenge Clip by: BastisFinal Fantasy 6 Boss Theme by: Nobuo UematsuOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the definition of a game, mirroring gameplay to narrative, and reusing level design.Skip to Body of Episode: 5:47Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFGJoin the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsUFollow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKwIntro music by: AvarenOutro remix by: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on coding.
Skip to Guest Segment: 22:13
developRHUNT social media links: https://allmylinks.com/developrhunt
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about card game design and why deckbuilder rougelites are maybe the best genre of game to make for indie devs at the moment.
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on creative writing tips for game dev.
Skip to Guest Segment: 13:30
Jaluna Rolik Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuneberryChan (@JuneberryChan)
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about both the artistic and technical sides of lighting in video games.
Skip to Body of Episode: 6:45
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about quest design and the spectrum of styles it comes in.
Skip to Body of Episode: 5:17
Oblivion Whodunit Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tccCzvJ0qFY
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In this episode Zackavelli breaks down the Metroidvania genre.
Skip to Body of Episode: 4:45
Mertroid Dread Video by Mark Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pop-cc9kmY
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on the struggles in gamedev
Skip to Guest Segment: 9:10
Malheur Games Twitter: https://twitter.com/MalheurGames
Once More on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1211050/Once_More/
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about the recent events with Unity and Ironsource.
Pocket Gamer Interview with John Riccitello: https://www.pocketgamer.biz/interview/79190/unity-ironsource-john-riccitiello-marc-whitten-merger/
Skip to Body of Episode: 9:12
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about the advantages of focusing on art first during game development.
Skip to Body of Episode: 5:34
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on DevOps
Skip to Guest Segment: 15:30
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about mobile game development, and analyzes why some game genres work better on phones then others.
Skip to Body of Episode: 5:16
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and then does a post mortem for his recently released game BounceShot
Skip to Post Mortem: 9:06
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about making demos, executing your ideas, and avoiding perfection in gamedev.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:45
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about strategies for coming up with new game mechanics.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:07
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on planning and production.
Skip to Guest Segment: 15:45
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about the problem with modern, shallow crafting systems.
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In this episode Zackavelli breaks down an academic paper about game design.
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has an amazing segment on sound.
Skip to Guest Segment: 15:00
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about strategies for making your game more replayable
Skip to Body of Episode: 5:20
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about some good "bang for your buck" polish tips.
Skip to Body of Episode: 6:05
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest talks about designing a game "backwards".
Skip to Guest Segment: 13:25
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In this episode Zackavelli takes a look at the 4X genre and discusses what makes a good 4X game.
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for how to use sound effects, and also how to make them for your games.
Skip to Body of Episode: 6:31
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest talks about procedural generated art techniques used for her game Witchhazel Woods.
Skip to Guest Segment: 11:26
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for not getting stuck in a perpetual loop of half finished games.
Skip to Body of Episode: 4:19
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In this episode Zackavelli goes deep on core game loops, their function and definitions, and give good examples from popular games.
Skip to Body of Episode: 4:53
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest Starlight Skyes talks about the pros and cons of being a commercial/hobby gamedev.
Skip to Guest Segment: 16:37
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In this episode Zackavelli talks gives tips for vehicles, dialogue, and getting to the minimum viable product (MVP)
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about fundamental concepts of co op game design.
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In this episode Zackavelli has a conversation with community member Yanniboi about getting your games on Steam.
Skip to Guest Segment: 0:10
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to classify health systems, and identify a few mechanics that make them interesting.
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about designing paths, bread crumbing, cover design, and other things relevent to tranistions in level design.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:37
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest Prescott "Lockes" Lawani gives a key thought about going for it as a game dev.
Skip to Guest Segment: 15:01
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to make sure your game is easy to pick up and play.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:11
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about what emergent gameplay is and how you might bring it about in your games. Lots of good game stories in this one!
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest Kevin Andersson talks about how he avoids stress during his game making process.
Skip to Guest Segment: 13:58
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about why and how to add animations to your game.
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In this episode Zackavelli talks the fundamental theory of Bartle's player types.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:11
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest Jonathan Jennings gives a key thought about pre-production and prototyping.
Skip to Guest Segment: 13:40
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about marketing strategies to make sure people care about your game.
Skip to Body of Episode: 8:00
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about some ways you might go about becoming more efficient as a game dev.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:55
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and gives a key thought about taking moral stances with your games.
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about procedural content generation and its pros and cons.
Skip to Body of Episode: 8:06
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about two key methods in visual effects for video games, particle systems and shaders.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:08
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In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and we go on a deep dive about play testing with Arash Sammander.
Skip to Guest Segment: 11:20
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In this episode Zackavelli walks through the process of making tile based pixel art, and gives some general pixel art tips.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:44
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In this episode Zackavelli examines how to design a well balance game, and talks about some methods you might try and use to balance a game.
Skip to Body of Episode: 10:33
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In this episode Zackavelli introduces a new segment called "Juice Jam" and we hear Remus Rain talk about puzzle design for video games.
Skip to Guest Segment: 7:25
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the designing playtesting sessions, and working in groups for gamedev.
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the player engagement, and how players may access flow state.
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In this episode Zackavelli plays Buff/Debuff and we hear Sam Seltzer-Johnston talk about the "right way" to do things in game dev.
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the game design related to companions and allies, and the flaws of the dreaded escort mission.
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the pre production and planning phase of the game development cycle.
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In this episode Zackavelli plays Buff/Debuff and gives a key thought about the golden rule of game development.
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the character design stew, and talks about tips for familiar yet distinct characters.
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses how to approach getting a good game feel for your games.
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses what makes a good boss encounter, the best boss fight ever, and a brand new segment to the show.
Skip to Body of Episode: 8:21
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses different methods of implementing AI and what makes a "good" AI
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Videos about AI FSM and Behavior Trees: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyF0oyarz4U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VBCXvfNlCM
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses Narrative and gameplay progression, as well as core game loops.
Skip to Body of Episode: 9:23
Extra Credits video about pacing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LScL4CWe5E
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses how to setup a multiplayer system, and talks a bit about multiplayer game design.
Skip to Body of Episode: 6:09
Article about multiplayer: https://gamedevelopment.tutsplus.com/tutorials/building-a-peer-to-peer-multiplayer-networked-game--gamedev-10074
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In this episode Zackavelli makes some announcements, gives out some awards, and talks about motivation.
Skip to Body of Episode: 9:44
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Check out our award winner's content: llamaking: https://llamaking1.itch.io/ Elliot: https://github.com/ebarlas/TrippinOnTubs/ Sean G: https://github.com/sgillespie Gerald: https://gerald-burke.itch.io/
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the pros and cons of using different game engines including Unreal, Unity, and Godot.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:25
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses some tips for designing gunplay in your video games.
Skip to Body of Episode: 7:38
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about Developing an art style for both yourself and your games.
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about UI/UX and gives some tips for improving it in your projects.
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In this episode Zackavelli takes a look at the Horror game genre, discusses some tips for developing horror games, and talks about the greatest horror game ever made.
Skip to Body of Episode: 5:38
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Intro/Outro Music provided by Vivek Abhishek Music used : "1 HOUR OF HORROR MUSIC" originally composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" https://youtu.be/JrNjyEixUEk
Scary String Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPHD-fvIvUk
In this episode Zackavelli gives a few tips on backgrounds and bullet design for your games. Zackavelli also takes a look back at Ludum Dare 47.
Skip to Body of Episode: 13:38
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In this episode Zackavelli gives a few tips about participating in Game Jams.
Skip to Body of Episode: 9:40
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the basic fundamentals that go into developing a melee combat system.
Skip to Body of Episode: 14:12
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses some tips and mindsets for learning gamedev, and accepting and overcoming the challenges in that come with it.
Skip to Body of Episode: 12:33
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses some tips on making compelling levels for your video game.
Skip to Body of Episode: 6:58
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses progression and how to make some sweet loot!
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses how to find the sweet spot for physics within your video games.
Skip to Body of Episode: 10:12
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GDC talk by Bennet Foddy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwPIoVW65pE
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses Performance, Powerups, and your gamedev identity.
Skip to Body of Episode: 9:13
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses some of the final details you will want to make sure are right when finishing your video game.
Skip to Body of Episode: 6:28
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In this episode Zackavelli discusses the things you should think about when deciding how difficult your game should be.
Skip to Body of Episode: 8:34
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In this episode, Zackavelli talks about the importance of worldbuilding for your video game project.
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In this episode Zackavelli talks about prototyping your game ideas and how to find the fun during this process.
Skip to Body of Episode: 6:18
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In this quick tips episode, Zackavelli shares thoughts on making money in game dev, making cool title screens, and strategies for coming up with new ideas. Reach out to talk about game dev! @_Zackavelli_ on twitter.
Skip to Body of Episode: 5:55
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In this episode Zackavelli goes in depth on how to design RPG classes.
Skip to Body of Episode: 4:27
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Sources: Game Wisdom - Josh Bycer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykvwgSAwvgM
Darran Jamieson https://gamedevelopment.tutsplus.com/tutorials/class-design-in-games-beyond-rpgs--cms-26146
In this episode Zackavelli breaks down how to get good video game art for the non artists.
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In this episode, Zackavelli talks about tips for making your video game's jumping mechanics fun.
Skip to Body of Episode: 3:08
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In this first episode of the Game Dev Field Guide, Zackavelli walks through the steps to making and launching a video game. Learn how to come up with good game ideas, how to avoid a never ending project, and the number one thing you should do before release day.
Skip to Body of Episode: 4:20
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