

Full Time Game Dev
Thomas Brush
Discover how you can make independent games from the comfort of your own home. Listen to stories from Thomas Brush and his guests, all indies making a full time living making their own indie games. Please subscribe, leave a review, and check out our free game kit, courses, and more (links in the episode descriptions)!
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Apr 11, 2025 • 56min
Ep. 041 - How To Make Games In The AI Revolution (Jabrils)
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.

Apr 5, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep. 040 - Why He Spent 8 Years On A Single Game (Adam Younis)
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

Mar 28, 2025 • 1h 24min
Ep. 040 - How He Sold 15,000,000 Copies Of His Games (Thomas Mahler)
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.

Mar 25, 2025 • 1h 9min
Ep. 039 - How He Sold 2,000,000 Copies Of His Games (Dave Gilbert)
I talk with indie legend of Dave Gilbert about how he sold millions of copies of his games!
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Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 29min
Ep. 038 - How He Sold 1,000,000 Copies Of His Game (Friedemann Allmenröder)
I chat with the developer of Pizza Possum and SUMMERHOUSE on how he sold one million copies of his games. ► Get a free trial of Blueberry AI: https://hubs.ly/Q036lKxz0 ► Play SUMMERHOUSE: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2533960/SUMMERHOUSE/

Feb 22, 2025 • 1h 12min
Ep. 037 - How He Sold 500,000+ Copies Of His Games (Greg Lobanov)
I chat with Greg Labanov, the creator of Wandersong, Chicoree, and Beastieball.
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Feb 21, 2025 • 49min
Ep. 036 - How He Sold 500,000+ Copies Of His Games (Oliver Joyce)
I chat with Oliver Joyce, the creator of the Sword and Sandals franchise.
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► Wishlist Lair of the Leviathan: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2752020/Lair_Of_The_Leviathan/
► Wishlist Twisted Tower: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1575990/Twisted_Tower/

Jan 23, 2025 • 1h 24min
Ep. 034 - Why His Game Has Taken 10 Years To Make (Ken Levine)
I chatted with Ken Levine about his next game and the game dev industry.
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► Narrative Lego video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58FWUkA8y2Q

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Jan 22, 2025 • 1h 6min
Ep. 033 - How He Sold 500,000+ Copies Of His Games (Xalavier Nelson Jr.)
I chatted with Xalavier Nelson Jr. (Strange Scaffold) about how he's sold hundreds of thousands of copies of his massive portfolio of indie titles. ► Strange Scaffold Games: https://www.strangescaffold.com/ ► Learn how to make money from your indie games (free webinar): https://www.fulltimegamedev.com/opt-in-how-to-make-six-figures

Jan 11, 2025 • 1h 44min
Ep. 032 - How To Make Games Completely Alone (w/ Lost Relic)
I chatted with @LostRelicGames about how he's been making his game completely alone for years...
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