
Jason Connell
Creative director and game creator at Sucker Punch Productions, known for leading the Ghost of Tsushima franchise and creative direction on Ghost of Yōtei, with a background in art, matte painting and world building for games.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 51min
Vince Gilligan (Pluribus) & Jason Connell (Ghost of Yōtei)
In a fascinating conversation, Jason Connell, the creative director for Sucker Punch Productions, known for the Ghost of Tsushima franchise, joins Vince Gilligan, famed for Breaking Bad. They explore how character and world-building intertwine in storytelling. Jason shares insights on balancing player fantasy with narrative in video games and his artistic journey from engineering to game design. Vince discusses his unique approach to setting, exemplified by Albuquerque, while both reveal the importance of long-term collaboration in shaping impactful stories.

Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 20min
Most Anticipated Games For The Rest of 2025 - Kinda Funny Gamescast
Jason Connell, co-creative director at Sucker Punch Productions, shares insights on the thrilling development of 'Ghost of Yote.' He and the hosts dive into their most anticipated games for the remainder of 2025, including 'Outer Worlds 2' and 'Ninja Gaiden 4.' They discuss the balance of gameplay and storytelling, along with the excitement surrounding innovative mechanics in upcoming titles. The conversation is sprinkled with humorous anecdotes from their gaming experiences, capturing the camaraderie and passion that defines the gaming community.


