Loren Weng

This week’s guest, Loren Weng, co-founder and CEO of Dorema Games, shares her insights on roguelike game design. She delves into the importance of procedural generation and discusses its evolution, including key titles like Hades and Slay the Spire. Loren highlights challenges in balancing narrative with roguelike mechanics and explores the unique aspects of co-op gameplay in her indie title, Soulmates. She also encourages listeners to imagine unconventional game mashups, sparking creativity in the genre.