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Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
EP: A Year of UFO 50 - Introduction
Sep 20, 2024
Xalavier Nelson Jr., an expert in game development, and Gabe Cuzzillo, renowned in the gaming industry, introduce a one-year journey through the UFO 50 collection. They dive into the innovative design philosophy behind creating multiple games under constraints and the nostalgia that fuels these experiences. The duo shares their excitement for community engagement, encouraging listeners to join discussions via Discord. With humor and candid reflections on gaming trends and sequels, they set the stage for an engaging exploration of family-friendly gaming.
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- The podcast hosts express excitement for the year-long exploration of UFO 50, promising a weekly deep dive into each game's unique identity.
- The diverse backgrounds of game developers participating in the project highlight how their varied experiences will shape the series' exploration of retro gaming.
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Introduction to UFO 50 and the Hosts
A collective of game developers introduces a year-long project focused on exploring UFO 50, a compilation of 50 games. The hosts express excitement about the journey ahead and acknowledge the long anticipation surrounding UFO 50, which was initially announced in 2017. They highlight the diverse backgrounds of the participants, including game designers, voice actors, and industry veterans, recognizing how their varied experiences will contribute to the exploration of each game. The podcast aims to create a shared gaming experience weekly, allowing the audience to join in on discussions and gameplay.
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