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Navigating the Business of Indie Games with Dan Adelman

The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook

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From Academia to Xbox: The Indie Evolution

This chapter explores the transition from academia to a corporate role at Microsoft and the pivotal journey into the gaming industry, particularly focusing on the early developments of Xbox. The speakers discuss the significant impact of indie games on the gaming landscape, emphasizing the transformative role of titles like 'Braid' and the challenges faced by developers in navigating traditional publishing models. It highlights the importance of networking, serendipity in career paths, and the innovative concepts that emerged from indie gaming as platforms evolved.

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