Full Time Game Dev

I chat with Fredrik Präntare about how he sold millions of copies of his game. ► Check out Bezi► Follow Fredrik

I chat with the popular game dev YouTuber DevDuck about his 5 year project, working completely alone in Godot.► Check out Xsolla► Follow DevDuck

I chat with the one of the oldest indie game devs, Jeff Vogel, about how to survive as a solo indie for decades.► Check out Bezi► Follow Jeff Vogel

This chat features Chris Zukowski, a game dev marketing expert known for helping indie developers thrive on Steam. He shares essential strategies for building wishlists without an existing audience, emphasizing quality gameplay over hype. The discussion dives into the significance of community engagement and the role of demos in driving visibility. Listeners gain insights on navigating Steam's algorithms and the importance of genuine marketing efforts. Chris also reflects on the challenges of launching demos and offers realistic wishlist targets for aspiring game creators.

Pontypants, an indie game developer known for 'Punch a Bunch' and 'A Difficult Game About Climbing', shares his journey in game development. He discusses the fine line between passion and practicality, revealing how burnout can affect creativity. The conversation dives into navigating AI in coding, the value of authenticity in games, and the growth that comes from financial pressure. He also reflects on the importance of support in overcoming self-doubt and the satisfaction of mastering programming fundamentals.

I chat with ⁠ Jonas Tyroller⁠ about solo dev, project overload, optimization, and even open up Thronefall inside of Unity.► ⁠Get access to Bezi⁠► Follow ⁠ @Jonas Tyroller ⁠

In this episode of the Full Time Game Dev podcast, I chat with Daniel Mullins, the genius behind Pony Island and Inscryption.► Enroll in the free webinar on how to make money with just a demo► Wishlist Pony Island 2

In this engaging discussion, Jabrils, a game developer and popular YouTuber, dives into the future of game development amidst the AI revolution. He addresses the misconceptions surrounding AI's impact on industry jobs and the emotional clash between AI-generated and handcrafted artistry. Jabrils emphasizes the need for genuine experiences in gaming, while also exploring the balance of tradition and innovation. The conversation highlights the evolving definition of creativity and the ethical implications of using AI in creating authentic narratives in games.

I chat with Adam Younis about his 8 year game project... ► Wishlist Insignia: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1127370/Insignia/ ► Get 40% off Full Time Game Dev: https://fulltimegamedev.mykajabi.com/ftgd ► Make your game instantly beautiful with my free workbook: https://www.fulltimegamedev.com/opt-in-instant-beauty-color-workbook

In this engaging discussion, Thomas Mahler, the mastermind behind Ori and The Blind Forest, shares his journey from Blizzard to indie game development. He delves into the intricacies of crafting metroidvania games, balancing artistic vision with player expectations. Mahler emphasizes the importance of captivating design and innovation, while also exploring the challenges and rewards of indie development. The conversation touches on the impact of AI on creativity and the significance of community feedback. He reflects on personal successes and the future of his latest project, No Rest for the Wicked.