Episode 19: James Robinson runs the ever-popular game, Wafflegame.net. In his first-ever podcast, he shares the history of Waffle, where it is headed, and how it has reached 500,000 daily players.
James discusses the game's design, user feedback, and the human-centric approach to game creation. Themes include his accidental success, and the future plans for Waffle Studio.
Check out James's games and links:
https://wafflegame.net
https://www.facebook.com/wafflegame
https://www.threads.net/@thatwafflegame
https://twitter.com/thatwafflegame
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- (00:00) - Opening Remarks and Podcast Introduction
- (00:25) - Reflections on Interview with James Robinson
- (01:46) - Introducing James Robinson and Waffle Studio
- (02:40) - James Robinson's Gaming Favorites and Influences
- (03:50) - Early Programming Experiences and Creative Beginnings
- (05:59) - The Journey from Hobbyist to Game Developer
- (07:45) - Design Philosophy Behind Waffle
- (10:59) - Curating Puzzles: The Blend of Algorithm and Creativity
- (16:24) - Player Engagement and Feedback Insights
- (19:06) - Exploring New Game Ideas and Future Plans
- (22:41) - Reflecting on Offers to Sell Waffle and Future Aspirations
- (30:26) - Engaging with the Gaming Community and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
- (33:03) - Exploring Game Crossovers and Collaborations
- (34:40) - The Genesis of Collaborative Projects
- (36:24) - The Viral Journey of Waffle: From Launch to Popularity
- (42:38) - Navigating Trademarks and Copycats in Game Development
- (45:18) - Monetization Strategies and the Shift to Ads
- (48:28) - Expanding into Mobile Apps and Future Plans
- (54:02) - Building a Game Studio and Community Engagement
- (01:00:05) - Advice for Aspiring Game Developers
- (01:02:50) - Embracing AI in Game Development
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Check out our brainy games:
Sumplete - https://sumplete.com
Kakuro Conquest - https://kakuroconquest.com
Mathler - https://mathler.com
Crosswordle - https://crosswordle.com
Sudoku Conquest - https://sudokuconquest.com
Hitori Conquest - https://hitoriconquest.com
Wordga - https://wordga.com
