The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook

Making Animal Well as a Solo Game Developer with Billy Basso

Jul 15, 2024
Billy Basso, solo game developer of 'Animal Well,' discusses the game's inception, challenges, and critical success with Trent Kusters. They explore puzzle design, working as a solo developer, business needs, and the journey to a successful launch. Topics include childhood gaming influences, transitioning from film to game development, and the evolution of the gaming industry. The conversation touches on sprite art, animation, code efficiency, audio creation, and exploring real-world inspirations. 'Animal Well' is praised for its immersive gameplay and creativity.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
Journey from Childhood Gaming to Game Development
02:11 • 12min
3
Exploring Game Development and Technology Transition
13:42 • 11min
4
Journey from Film to Game Development
24:53 • 9min
5
Flash Game Development Experience and Easter Egg Surprises
33:38 • 2min
6
Reflections on Indie Game Development and Industry Evolution
35:51 • 13min
7
Evolution of the Gaming Industry through Experience and Reflection
48:43 • 22min
8
Exploring Creativity and Eccentricity at a 17th-century Gun Wing Museum
01:10:40 • 2min
9
Drawing Inspiration from Real-World Locations for Game Development
01:12:49 • 19min
10
Evolution of Sprite Art and Animation in Game Development
01:31:43 • 6min
11
Exploring a Scary Video Game Moment and Game File Size
01:37:27 • 2min
12
Crafting Minimalist Code and Evolving Audio
01:39:04 • 8min
13
Evolution of Animation Skills in Game Development
01:47:25 • 5min
14
Selecting Tools for Game Development and Creating 'Animal Well'
01:52:01 • 10min
15
Exploring a Mysterious Subterranean World in a 2D Metroidvania Game
02:01:39 • 2min
16
Delving into the Development of the Unique Game 'Animal Well'
02:03:57 • 26min
17
Game Development and Puzzle Design
02:29:48 • 19min
18
Indie Game Development Process and Marketing Strategies
02:48:29 • 21min
19
The Journey to Game Release Success
03:09:21 • 21min
20
Collaborative Puzzle Challenges in Game Development
03:29:53 • 14min
21
Heartfelt Praise for the Game Developer and Their Creation
03:43:41 • 2min