The Vergecast Solo Acts: Madison Karrh on her adventure puzzle game 'Birth'
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Mar 6, 2023 Madison Karrh, an indie game developer known for her adventure puzzle game 'Birth,' discusses her journey of creating the game entirely on her own. She draws from personal feelings of loneliness, particularly during the pandemic, to craft a narrative that resonates with many. Madison shares the emotional and financial challenges of transitioning from corporate life to indie game development. Additionally, she emphasizes the role of community support in overcoming obstacles and the balance between creativity and automation in the development process.
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Madison's Game Dev Journey
- Madison Karrh, inspired by Rusty Lake games, began making games in 2017 while working full-time.
- Her early game development involved self-teaching C# and daily drawing practice to improve her art skills.
Solo Development
- Madison Karrh developed all aspects of 'Birth', from programming to art.
- This solo approach highlights her dedication to bringing her unique vision to life.
Daily Game Dev Process
- Karrh describes her game development process as an obsession.
- She codes and draws daily, prioritizing final art from the start for motivation.