Hey, Good Game

Join Woogles creators César Del Solar and Jesse Day as they discuss the power of two-letter words in Scrabble and the inspiration behind their online platform. They dive into the challenges of building AI for Scrabble and share tips for new players. They also talk about the introduction of puzzle mode, the popularity of Wordle, and their experiences with word games. The podcast explores the love for words, the impact of technology on language learning, and their gaming journey and childhood memories.

Robert Fuhrer, toy and game industry veteran, shares his journey in the industry and how he became the owner of the popular puzzle game, KenKen. Topics discussed include navigating Japanese business cultural differences, pitching toy ideas, design's impact on game success, securing rights and trademarking KenKen, and advice for entrepreneurs.

Nilanth Yogadasan, creative genius behind CineNerdle, discusses his passion for horror films and how it influenced his addictive games. He shares the challenges of crafting unique puzzles and the importance of community feedback. The chapter also explores adding ads, creating an ad-free version, and the journey of turning CineNerdle into a successful business.

In this captivating conversation, Toby Mao, the co-founder of Tobiko Data and Rubik's Cube record holder, shares his diverse journey from game development to leading roles at Airbnb and Netflix. Topics discussed include Rubik's Cube, monetizing games, 18XX board games, programming challenges, and Toby's competitive nature. Check out Toby's game: 18XX - https://18xx.games

Holger Sindbæk, creator of Online-Solitaire.com and WorldOfCardGames.com, shares his inspiring journey from designer to developer, revealing strategies that boosted an existing game and his current fascination with Diablo 4. Topics include web game ads, transitioning from designer to entrepreneur, acquiring a website and setting goals, indie business progress and future plans for websites and apps, as well as building games for sustainable entrepreneurship.

The podcast discusses the significance of childhood games, the evolution of programming languages, and the intersection of gaming and entrepreneurship. They also explore the appeal of casual games, the role of community in gaming, and the impact of streaks on motivation.