Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games

110: Making Friends with Madison Karrh (Birth)

Feb 24, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Birth and Loneliness

  • Madison Karrh, the developer of Birth, moved to Chicago at the start of the pandemic.
  • Isolated in a small apartment, Karrh channeled their loneliness into creating the game.
INSIGHT

Accidental Autobiography

  • Solo game development can unintentionally become autobiographical, reflecting the creator's subconscious.
  • Karrh's initial intention wasn't to create a game about loneliness, but the theme emerged organically.
INSIGHT

Vulnerability of Sharing

  • Sharing deeply personal work can feel very vulnerable and exposing.
  • Karrh describes the experience of launching Birth as emotionally draining, despite positive feedback.
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