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Jan 12, 2023 Carles, a witty video game designer from Barcelona now living in London, shares his journey creating whimsical management games. He and Conan dive into the playful intersection of humor and creativity in gaming, along with Carles' drag persona, Red Velvet. There are laugh-out-loud moments discussing a Don Quixote-inspired drag performance that features a bizarre 'crotch horse.' They explore identity, the absurdity of beauty standards, and the transformative power of therapy, all while reflecting on the joys of cultural quirks and returning home.
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Business Management Games
- Carles designs business management games, where players focus on profit maximization.
- His games simulate businesses like golf clubs and air force bases, where players invest and upgrade to increase revenue.
Career Change
- Carles worked in television as a writer and director before transitioning to video game design.
- He quit TV due to creative differences, specifically an executive producer's insistence on including a fart joke.
Drag Persona
- Carles also performs in drag as his character, Red Velvet.
- He describes Red Velvet as a "deranged Spaniard" who craves fame and attention.