Darius Kazemi
Artist, engineer, and writer notable for work on bots, federated social media, and indie games; provides development history, playtest anecdotes, and contextual commentary about Vertex Dispenser.
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Jan 30, 2026 • 1h 52min
All Systems Brough - Vertex Dispenser
Tara Macalister, mathematician and composer, offers formal-analysis perspective. Darius Kazemi, artist and engineer, brings development history and playtest stories. droqen, designer of Starseed Pilgrim, shares player-focused anecdotes. They dig into Vertex Dispenser’s frenetic graph-traversal gameplay, color-charging mechanics, map geometry and strategy, multiplayer feel, and the game’s intense development and community moments.
Aug 28, 2024 • 2h 1min
Into the Depths: Slice & Dice - Part 3
Darius Kazemi, a game development expert, teams up with tann, the brilliant mind behind the hit Slice & Dice, for an engaging discussion. They dive into Nightmare mode's strategic challenges and the evolving mechanics of the game. Listeners get a glimpse into character development and the impact of community on gameplay. Tann's insights reveal the balance between creativity and player engagement, while innovative modding tools are showcased, demonstrating how they enhance the gaming experience. It's a captivating look into the art of game design.
Jun 14, 2024 • 1h 38min
Into the Depths: Slice & Dice - Part 2
Darius Kazemi, a game design guru, joins Michael Brough, the innovative mind behind the roguelike game Cinco Paus. They dive into the captivating ‘Slice & Dice’, exploring its intriguing curses and blessings system and how these elements impact player strategy. They also compare various scoring methods, highlighting their influence on gameplay dynamics. With personal anecdotes, they share how these games revive passion and build resilience, while discussing the collaborative essence of game design in an ever-evolving tech landscape.
