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| 6/1/26 | Thomas Stewart | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/aD5tJ38XUChapters:00:00 Intro & Guest Welcome00:36 Childhood & Creativity03:17 Childhood Video Games05:13 Discovering Game Development07:56 Quarter Life Crisis09:32 Current Game Dev Dream12:36 Living the Dream?14:58 Breaking Into Industry17:14 Console Porting Strategy20:24 Why Consoles?24:50 Bridges and Docks27:03 Console vs Steam Sales28:50 Console Advice31:32 Just Keep Fishing Team33:51 Working With Friends36:08 Building Dev Network40:14 What Makes JKF Special44:00 Jank as a Feature47:21 Game Ideation Process50:52 When to Pivot Projects55:13 Expectations for JKF57:39 Is YouTube Worth It?1:02:24 YouTube's Real Value1:03:34 Being a Game Dev Dad1:05:38 How Fatherhood Changed Him1:07:49 Kids & Video Games1:10:15 Bad Game Dev Advice1:13:04 Key Lesson: Playtesting | — | ||||||
| 6/1/26 | Don't Let Your Game Go Viral | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/qG3EA8fuERollin Ravioli: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4287100/Rollin_Ravioli/Chapters:00:00 Intro & Welcome03:52 From Streamer to Gamedev07:46 Remote Partnership Story11:58 Squawky Origin Story15:36 Squawky Development Drama20:20 DMCA Launch Disaster26:48 Lessons From Failure32:08 Roland Ravioli Reveal36:55 Game Design Philosophy43:55 Unreal Engine Workflow49:09 Viral Trailer Story56:05 Virality & Marketing1:03:58 Wishlist Results1:06:35 Demo Feedback & Updates1:10:47 Indie Dev Reality1:16:58 Gamedev Advice Takeaways1:18:45 Odai's Big Dream | — | ||||||
| 5/18/26 | Why You Shouldn’t Mix 3 Genres (He Tried) | Join The Discord: https://discord.gg/qG3EA8fuEWilliam of Studio Kunic returns to the Dev Dream Pod to discuss his wild gamedev journey — building a custom raycasting engine in Godot for Lair Keeper, pivoting from Dungeon Keeper ideas to a Slay the Spire-style dungeon crawler, and his new addictive arcade-inspired game.From game jam chaos to protecting ideas in the AI era, this is packed with honest solo dev insights.⏱️ Chapters:00:00 - Welcome Back William01:27 - Lair Keeper Origins03:08 - Why He Pivoted07:35 - Lair Keeper Draw & Brawl10:16 - Custom Render Engine13:29 - Raycasting in Godot19:48 - Playdate Influence20:04 - Engine Time Investment23:03 - When to Build Engines26:04 - Lair Keeper Future34:20 - New Pop the Lock Game37:46 - Balatro Inspired Mechanics41:36 - Design Challenges44:42 - Board Game Inspiration50:24 - YouTube Strategy Struggles57:56 - Dev Dream & GoalsIf you're into Godot, roguelikes, game jams, custom engines, or solo game development, this episode is gold.---#Godot #IndieDev #GameJam #LairKeeper #SoloDev #CustomEngine #Roguelike #GameDev | — | ||||||
| 5/11/26 | The Design Conflict That Almost Broke His Game | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/qG3EA8fuEJeremy from Jeremy Makes Games shares his honest indie dev journey — abandoning Merchants of the Stars, building his roguelike Get in the Hole, and key lessons on Steam marketing, design tension, and YouTube devlogs.Get In The Hole: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4174950/Get_in_the_Hole/Jeremy's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JSMakesGames🎮 Roguelike vs Incremental, solo dev life, Steam Next Fest strategy & more.⏱️ Chapters:00:00 - Cursed Game Design01:15 - Abandoning First Game03:22 - Google to Indie Dev08:48 - Making Toggle App14:04 - Mobile Monetization Lessons19:05 - Merchants on Steam20:56 - Get in the Hole21:10 - Roguelike vs Incremental24:06 - Design Tension Explained26:59 - Steam Demo Results28:36 - Retention Improvements31:48 - Scaling with Items34:06 - Roguelike Builds36:06 - Killing Darlings38:47 - Marketing Challenges40:24 - Name Problems43:34 - Next Fest Plans44:41 - Luck vs Skill49:47 - Content Creator Outreach54:54 - YouTube DevlogsIf you're into indie game development, roguelikes, or Steam marketing, this is full of real talk and practical lessons.#IndieDev #GameDev #Roguelike #SoloDev #SteamNextFest | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | He Made One Million Check Boxes | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJNolen's website: https://eieio.games/In this episode, we dive into the mind of Nolan, a developer known for creating wildly unconventional multiplayer experiences like 1 Million Checkboxes and 1 Million Chessboards. Instead of following traditional game dev paths, Nolan explores strange, experimental ideas that bring thousands of players together in unexpected ways.We talk about how he got started, why weird ideas often outperform polished ones, and what it takes to design multiplayer systems that encourage fun instead of chaos. From viral internet experiments to deep thoughts on creativity, constraints, and player behavior—this conversation is packed with insights for indie devs and curious creators alike.This podcast explores experimental game development, indie game design, and viral multiplayer experiences with developer Nolan. Learn how games like 1 Million Checkboxes and 1 Million Chessboards became internet sensations, and discover insights on creative coding, unconventional game mechanics, and building engaging online interactions. Perfect for indie developers, programmers, and anyone interested in unique game design, multiplayer systems, and creative experimentation in game development.Chapters00:00 Intro & Overview03:00 Early Experiments06:15 Creative Signals09:00 Solving Hard Problems12:02 Recurse Center Insights15:07 Solo Dev Reality18:00 Checkbox Virality00:21:01 Anti-Troll Design24:10 Stranger Video Game27:04 Learning Process30:18 Chessboards Explained33:03 Emergent Gameplay36:01 Ending Experiences39:06 Game Length Debate42:10 Future Projects45:03 Dev IdentityHashtags#gamedev #indiedev #gameprogramming #indiegames #multiplayergames #creativecoding #webdev #gamedevelopment #indiegame #programming #gamepodcast #gamedevlife #experimentalgames | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | SamYam is A Game Dev YouTube Icon - Next Step, Solo Dev | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJSamYam opens up about her journey as a 120K+ sub Unity YouTuber turned indie game dev. She shares why her second Steam game Bus Buddies flopped after Desktop Cat Cafe succeeded, brutal multiplayer lessons with SDF sculpting, hackathon wins, YouTube burnout, and her big gamedev dream.In this honest conversation, she breaks down playtesting mistakes, marketing realities, team vs solo development, and how she makes game dev more fun and accessible for “TikTok brains.”SamYam on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@UCCkLMimnKzKbOQYxPDSYXFw Desktop Cat Cafe: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2978180/Desktop_Cat_Cafe/Bust Buddies: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3768810/Bust_Buddies/Chapters:0:00 Intro & Discord Announcement2:38 Why Make Gamedev Fun6:02 Growing Up a Gamer9:04 Hackathons & Web3 Days13:43 Bus Buddies Game Idea15:40 Multiplayer Development Hell20:03 Teamwork vs Solo Dev22:06 Why Bus Buddies Flopped25:32 Playtesting & Prototyping Tips33:50 Desktop Cat Cafe Story38:10 Branching Into New Genres39:00 Marketing & Wishlist Lessons42:50 YouTube Channel Origin44:33 YouTube Burnout & Evolution50:47 YouTube Advice for Game Devs55:03 Business & Brand Plans1:01:38 Steam Marketing Meta1:08:30 Viewer Questions1:09:11 Handling Hate as Female Dev1:13:22 Sam's Gamedev DreamIf you're building games in Unity, launching on Steam, or growing a game dev YouTube channel, this episode is full of real talk and actionable lessons from someone who's done both successfully. Subscribe for more indie dev interviews, Unity tips, and Steam launch stories!#Unity #GameDev #IndieGame #Steam #BusBuddies #DesktopCatCafe #samyam #MultiplayerGame #IndieDev #YouTubeTips #GameDevelopment #UnityTutorial #SoloDev | — | ||||||
| 4/26/26 | You're Missing The Best Time Ever To Make A Video Game | Inside Conference: https://howtomarketagame.com/insideChris's Free Blog: https://www.howtomarketagame.com/freeJoin The Dev Dream Discord: https://discord.gg/qG3EA8fuEThis episode with Chris Zukowski of How To Market A Game dives deep into the reality of indie game development, breaking down what it actually takes to succeed on Steam in today’s so-called “golden age” of small, fast-to-make games. We explore why genres like incremental games, roguelites, and management sims are dominating, how to validate your game idea using demos and itch.io, and why most indie games fail—even when developers follow all the “right” marketing strategies. From building wishlists and leveraging Steam Next Fest to working with content creators and understanding what makes a game “have it,” this podcast is packed with actionable insights for beginner and experienced indie devs alike. If you're trying to grow your game, launch successfully, or avoid wasting years on the wrong project, this is a must-listen conversation about indie game marketing, game design strategy, and how to actually make money as a solo developer.Chapters:00:00 Intro04:45 Conference Origins 09:30 Small Games Thesis 15:10 Industry Misconceptions 20:40 Why Small Wins 26:15 Speed Advantage 31:50 Scope Discipline 37:20 Dev Reality Check 42:55 Marketing Mindset 48:30 Finding Players 54:05 Platform Strategy 59:40 Algorithm Leverage 1:05:10 Viral Mechanics 1:10:45 Monetization Truth 1:16:20 Real Examples 1:21:30 Final Advice 1:26:00 Closing Thoughts #IndieGameDev #GameDevelopment #SteamGames #IndieDev #GameMarketing #SoloDev #GamedevTips #IndieGames #SteamNextFest #ItchIO #GameDesign #Roguelike #IncrementalGames #GameDevPodcast #MakeGames | — | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | The Real Reason Small Teams Crush At Game Dev | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJTired of wearing every hat as a solo indie game dev? Backward Studio shares honest insights on the benefits of working in a small 3-person team versus going solo. They reveal how trust, focus, and playtesting help them learn faster, make better decisions, and avoid burnout while building toward their first commercial release. From in-person workflows and revenue share talks to client projects and procedural sound design, this episode is packed with practical advice for indie developers considering teamwork or struggling with solo development. Dev Dream PodcastChapters:00:00 - Small Team vs Solo03:30 - Trust the Process07:00 - Data Driven Prototyping11:00 - In Person Workflow15:00 - Revenue Share Reality19:00 - Client Project Lessons24:00 - Deadlines That Work28:00 - Programmer on a Team32:00 - Artist Workflow Tips37:00 - Procedural Sound Design42:00 - Studio Future Dreams#IndieGameDev #SmallTeam #SoloDev #GameDevelopment #IndieDev #Godot #Unity #GameDevTips #IndieStudio #ProceduralAudio #DevDreamPod | — | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | Code Monkey Loves LLMs for Learning How To Program | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJ In this in-depth Dev Dream Podcast interview, Code Monkey (Ugo) shares his 20+ years of game development experience and reveals how he shifted from short Unity tutorials to creating massive 10–12 hour free courses like Kitchen Chaos. We discuss whether AI tools like ChatGPT and Grok are killing the tutorial industry, how to use LLMs effectively without blindly copy-pasting code, and why “vibe coding” can actually hurt your skills.Hugo also opens up about building a sustainable indie career, the challenges of balancing game development with YouTube education, why game dev audiences rarely buy your games, and his advice for new developers on prototyping, choosing genres, and finding success on Steam without chasing viral hits.Perfect for Unity developers, indie game makers, and anyone wondering how AI is changing programming education.**Chapters:**- 00:00 Intro- 03:14 Shift from Short Tutorials to Long Courses- 05:58 AI Killing Tutorials? Real Talk- 08:39 How to Use AI Without Losing Skills- 13:21 Will LLMs Replace Programmers?- 16:50 YouTube as Business vs Marketing Tool- 22:51 Balancing Games & Education- 27:13 Can You Still Succeed on YouTube?- 31:02 Choosing Video Topics That Matter- 33:51 Solo Dev Workflow & Hiring Artists- 37:45 Prototyping Strategy- 40:06 Genre Success vs Personal Passion- 44:06 Dinky Guardians Design & Inspiration- 47:57 Core Loop of Automation Games- 50:40 Biggest Technical Challenges- 52:54 Is Dinky Guardians a Success?- 58:07 Making Money with Free Content- 1:00:31 Future Steam Games Plans- 1:03:01 AI Impact on Indie Devs- 1:05:39 Advice for Beginners#Unity #GameDev #IndieGameDev #CodeMonkey #AIinProgramming #UnityTutorial #KitchenChaos #DinkyGuardians #IndieDeveloper #Gamedev2026 | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | What To Do When Every Steam Festival REJECTS You | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJ Cian (developer of Puppy Park) got tired of being rejected from Steam festivals, so he did something most indies never consider — he ran his own. In this episode he reveals exactly how to create a Steam festival, why 750 games was a huge mistake, and the surprising visibility rules Valve uses.We also dive into his real-time cozy dog hotel game Puppy Park, the nostalgia behind it, commissioning art from Instagram, NextFest wishlist drama, and why even “successful” launches often just break even after a year.If you’re an indie dev struggling with marketing or festivals, this one is packed with practical lessons.🎮 Puppy Park on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2819600/Puppy_Park/Chapters:0:00 – Intro0:33 – Why He Made His Own Festival2:54 – How to Run a Steam Festival4:38 – Wholesome Underdogs Festival5:50 – 750 Games Applied8:52 – Festival Visibility Secrets15:57 – The Big Mistake17:38 – Takeaways If You Want to Run One28:54 – Puppy Park Elevator Pitch34:00 – Real-Time Game Problems38:07 – Wishlist & Sales Reality43:50 – Press Strategy (200 Emails)59:21 – His Game Dev DreamSubscribe for more raw indie dev stories → https://www.youtube.com/@DevDreamPodWhat do you think — would you ever run your own Steam festival? Drop your thoughts below!#IndieGameDev #SteamFestival #CozyGames #PuppyPark #SoloDev #SteamMarketing #NextFest #GameDev #IndieDev #CozyGame #RealTimeGame #WholesomeGames #SteamNextFest #GameDevelopment | — | ||||||
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| 3/30/26 | 46 With Kids & A Day Job: The Indie Dev With A Different Dream | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJ Flawed Tactics on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2600970/Flawed_Tactics/In this episode of Dev Dream, I sit down with Charlie — a 46-year-old dad, husband, full-time corporate worker, and solo dev building Flawed Tactics, a clever PvP autobattler. We dive deep into why he wakes up at 4 AM to make games, how he solved the “dead multiplayer lobby” problem with async PvP, and the wild stock market meta that dynamically prices minions and spells to kill net-decking forever.Charlie also shares why even a $500,000 game probably wouldn’t let him quit his day job, the surprising accessibility of game dev legends, and his honest shift from financial dreams to building a real community. If you’re a game developer balancing life, work, and passion projects, this one will hit hard.Watch until the end for Charlie’s current gamedev dream and his unique take on why game design is the hardest discipline of all.Chapters:0:00 – Intro0:35 – Async PvP Fix2:02 – Dad Dev Life3:10 – $500k Not Enough7:58 – Hardest Game Design9:29 – First Commercial Game12:25 – Legends Are Accessible14:33 – Redefining Success28:54 – Flawed Tactics Pitch33:31 – Stock Market Meta38:45 – Live + Async PvP46:20 – Next Fest Plans1:03:43 – Gamedev DreamSubscribe for more honest conversations with indie game developers chasing their Dev Dream → https://www.youtube.com/@DevDreamPodLet me know in the comments: Would you rather play constructed or deck-building autobattlers? And what’s the biggest sacrifice you’ve made for your game dev passion?#IndieGameDev #AutoBattler #GameDevelopment #SoloDev #FlawedTactics #IndieDev #GamedevPodcast #AsyncPvP #TeamFightTactics #IndieGames #GameDesign #DevDream | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | How Edmund McMillan Broke The Tactics Genre | Join the Discord https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJIn this episode of the Dev Dream podcast, I sit down with legendary indie game developer Edmund McMillen, creator of The Binding of Isaac and Super Meat Boy, to talk about the design philosophy behind his newest game, Mewgenics.We dive deep into **indie game development, tactical game design, roguelike mechanics, and the creative mindset required to build genre-defining games**. Edmund explains how he approaches complexity in game systems, why most tactics games are actually shallow, and how randomness can create deeper strategy—similar to systems found in games like XCOM and Fire Emblem.We also explore how ideas from tabletop games and card games like Magic: The Gathering helped shape the gameplay depth of Mewgenics. Edmund shares stories from his early career, including working at GameStop, building Flash games, and the persistence it took to eventually create some of the most influential indie games ever made.Check out Mewgenics: https://store.steampowered.com/app/686060/Mewgenics/Edmund's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCIr36tGw1gpR_XeXC5n1DzA If you're an **aspiring indie game developer, game designer, or fan of roguelikes and tactical RPGs**, this conversation is packed with insights on:* Designing deep but accessible gameplay systems* Prototyping game ideas and building strong core fantasies* Balancing randomness and skill in strategy games* Learning from tabletop game design* The realities of building successful indie gamesWhether you're building your first indie project or studying the design behind legendary games, this interview offers a rare look inside the creative process of one of the most influential indie developers in the world.Chapters:0:00 Intro3:05 What Makes GOTY6:10 Creative Obsession9:20 Early Career Struggles12:35 Designing Mewgenics16:00 Tactics Game Depth19:20 Board Game Influence22:45 Randomness vs Skill26:10 Prototyping Ideas29:30 The Sewer Problem33:10 Fixing Player Friction36:20 Designing Accessibility39:35 Respecting Players42:20 Art And Aesthetics45:40 The Game Dev Dream#gamedev#indiegamedev#indiegames#gameDesign#roguelike#tacticalrpg#tacticsgames#mewgenics#bindingofisaac#supermeatboy#indiedev#gamedevelopment#indiegame#gamepodcast#gameindustry | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | How To Make A Roguelike Fun | Want more insights into the devs you love? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHDiscover Landon's epic indie gamedev journey: 7 years from Scratch to Unity solo dev success! Dive deep into Pizza Cafe VR (passive $20-50/month on Meta Quest), Unity asset tips ($25 earned), and Vault of the Vanquished – coin-flipping roguelike masterpiece blending Balatro synergies + Slay the Spire deckbuilding! Steam Next Fest demo secrets, 550+ wishlists via YouTube Shorts/TikTok, early access roadmap, busted infinite combos, playtesting hacks, lore-building passion, D&D inspirations, and why ANYONE can go full-time gamedev. Essential roguelike design, marketing, & motivation for aspiring devs!Wishlist NOW: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3241250/Vault_of_the_Vanquished/ Play FREE Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4135670/ Broken Flame YT: https://www.youtube.com/@BrokenFlameGames Website/Free Games: https://brokenflamegames.com/ Pizza Cafe VR: https://www.meta.com/experiences/pizza-cafe-vr/10084435734915025/Chapters:0:00 – Intro & Early Gamedev3:45 – Indie Game Doc Inspiration7:20 – Favorite Game Influences11:10 – Starting YouTube Channel14:50 – Broken Flame Name Story18:30 – Pizza Cafe VR Beginnings22:05 – VR Playtesting Challenges25:40 – Passive Income from VR29:15 – Pizza Cafe Gameplay Design32:55 – Thoughts on VR Future36:40 – Unity Assets Experience40:10 – Vault of the Vanquished Intro43:50 – Coin Flipping & Card Synergies47:25 – Lore-Based Tutorial Approach51:00 – Why 3D Environment54:35 – Roguelike Balancing Struggles58:10 – Marketing & Wishlist Growth#IndieGameDev #Roguelike #Balatro #VaultVanquished #GameDevPodcast #SoloDev #SteamNextFest #UnityDev #CoinFlipGame #GamedevJourney #EarlyAccess #YouTubeShorts #VRGameDev #PizzaCafeVR #IndieRoguelike | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | They Stopped Following Because He Has Not Made A Hit | Want more insights into the devs you love? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHIn this in-depth Dev Dream podcast interview, Marnix from BiteMe Games reveals how a 3-person indie studio has survived 4+ years without a massive viral hit. We dive deep into their transparent journey: quitting high-paying jobs, funding through YouTube + Patreon + game sales, the surprise success of Unicycle Pizza Time ($30k+ gross), lessons from Forge Industry, horror titles like Kyoto Anomaly & Overtime Anomaly, and the explosive Steam Next Fest performance of their upcoming incremental game **MMO 98** (thousands of wishlists, top charts in idler/incremental category).Marnix shares raw truths about small-team life in Belgium → Japan, art struggles (asset packs + lighting tricks), why they split into mini-teams of 2, the shift from big management sims to fast 1-2 month releases, content creator luck vs skill, dealing with toxic comments ("not successful enough"), and why 2026 favors fast-iteration indies over giant passion projects.Perfect for indie devs, solo creators, incremental/idler fans, and anyone curious about real sustainable game dev in 2025-2026 — no fluff, just honest numbers, mindset shifts, and actionable advice.Check out MMO 98: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3907940/MMO_98/**Chapters:**0:00 – Welcome & Guest Intro 4:15 – Starting BiteMe Games Story 8:40 – From CS Students to Full-Time Devs 13:20 – Quitting Jobs & Risk Taking 18:55 – Funding: YouTube, Patreon, Sales 24:10 – Small Team Joy vs Growth 29:35 – Art Struggles & Asset Packs 34:50 – Unicycle Pizza Time Success 40:25 – Streamer Bait Timing & Luck 45:50 – Multiple Mini-Teams Strategy 51:15 – Genre Hopping vs Focus 56:40 – MMO 98 Origin & Concept 1:02:05 – Explosive Next Fest Results 1:07:30 – Demo Design & Balance 1:13:00 – Release Plans & Marketing 1:18:45 – Handling Hate Comments 1:24:20 – Passion vs Business Mindset 1:30:10 – Game Dev Dream in 2026 1:35:45 – Final Thoughts & Outro #IndieGameDev #GameDevelopment #BiteMeGames #MMO98 #IncrementalGame #SteamNextFest #UnicyclePizzaTime #IndieDevJourney #SoloDevTips #GameDevPodcast #IndieStudio #ClickerGame #IdlerGame #GameDevBusiness #TransparentDev #IndieSuccess #GameDev2026 #WishlistSuccess #IndieMarketing #SmallTeamDev | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | He Followed EVERY Piece of Game Dev Advice | Want to learn more about game dev? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHJoin us on the Dev Dream Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Kai from Ink Ribbon, a passionate YouTuber and indie game developer. Kai shares his journey from being a horror game enthusiast to releasing his first commercial Steam game, "Hundred Doors." We dive into his experiences with game design education, building a successful Resident Evil-focused YouTube channel, practical game dev advice, using AI as a tool, post-release emotions, and tips for aspiring devs. Whether you're a beginner game developer or a horror fan, this episode is packed with insights on scope management, prototyping, marketing, and dreaming big in indie game dev. Don't miss Kai's thoughts on healing the gaming industry and his future plans!In this episode of the Dev Dream Podcast, indie game developer Kai from Ink Ribbon shares his real-world experience releasing his first Steam game, Hundred Doors, a liminal space horror walking simulator. As a university-trained game designer and creator of one of the top Resident Evil YouTube channels, Kai discusses overcoming scope creep, following essential game dev advice, using AI for coding tutorials without direct implementation, prototyping mechanics in Unreal Engine Blueprints, post-release emotional rollercoasters, and the responsibility to create quality games for players. Perfect for aspiring indie devs, horror game fans, and YouTubers, this interview covers education in game design, merging YouTube audiences with game promotion, differences between liminal horror and survival horror genres, future projects like a horror-themed shop simulator, and tips to avoid common pitfalls in game development to achieve passive income and build a small studio.- Play Hundred Doors on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3892240/Hundred_Doors - Ink Ribbon YouTube Channel (Main - Resident Evil Content): https://www.youtube.com/@InkRibbon - Ink Ribbon Tutorials YouTube Channel (Game Dev Tutorials): https://www.youtube.com/@inkribbontutorials Chapters:0:00 - Podcast Introduction 3:31 - Guest Background 6:44 - Game Design Passion 10:20 - College Experience Reflections 13:42 - Starting YouTube Channel 17:02 - Game Dev Advice 20:09 - Setting Deadlines 23:26 - Prototyping Phase 26:53 - Channel Promotion Impact 30:01 - Post-Release Emotions 33:16 - Hating Your Game 36:30 - Early Access Discussion 40:01 - Using AI Tools 43:37 - AI Ethical Considerations 47:00 - Hundred Doors Design 50:54 - Level Inspiration Sources 54:09 - Liminal Horror Genre 58:03 - Horror Game Tips 1:01:16 - Future Game Plans 1:05:03 - Dev Dream Vision 1:08:15 - Episode Outro #GameDev #IndieGame #HorrorGames #ResidentEvil #HundredDoors #GameDesign #UnrealEngine #AIGameDev #YouTubeGaming #IndieDevAdvice #LiminalSpace #SurvivalHorror #PodcastInterview #DevDream #SteamGames #ScopeCreep #Prototyping #PostReleaseBlues #GameDevelopmentTips #IndieStudio | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | How Pontypants Became Game Devs Rising Star | Want to hear my behind the scenes thoughts? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHIn this in-depth Dev Dream podcast interview, Ponty Pants (creator of Punch a Bunch and the viral hit A Difficult Game About Climbing) opens up about his journey from VFX artist to full-time indie developer, the massive role YouTube devlogs played in finishing his first game, why he skipped heavy prototyping on both titles, the philosophy behind “FODian” games vs rage games, design choices for unique controls and streamer appeal, dealing with corporate burnout, music creation as a solo dev, and much more. Whether you're a solo dev, hobbyist, or just love indie success stories, this candid conversation is packed with honest lessons, motivation, and behind-the-scenes insights from one of the most entertaining voices in indie gamedev.▶ A Difficult Game About Climbing: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2497920/A_Difficult_Game_About_Climbing/ ▶ Punch a Bunch: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1512590/Punch_A_Bunch/**Chapters** 0:00 Intro & Flappy Fart beginnings 3:20 From VFX to Unity & early motivation 7:10 Quitting corporate life & YouTube viability in 2026 12:15 YouTube's real impact on finishing Punch a Bunch 17:20 Danny, Meabunk mystery & gamedev YouTube space 21:45 Funding the jump to full-time indie 26:00 Early Punch a Bunch feedback & motivation 29:50 Prototyping – or the lack of it 33:00 FODian games vs rage games explained 37:50 Streamer-friendly design choices 42:15 Luck, skill & planning the climbing hit 47:50 Loincloth physics & butt-crack fixes 51:10 Putting your name on the game 55:00 Weird indie ideas & untapped potential 59:20 Following passion vs genre data advice 1:03:40 Biggest Punch a Bunch challenges 1:09:00 AI boss system & regrets 1:13:00 Surfaces & friction design in Climbing 1:18:00 Viewer questions – infinite budget & layoffs 1:23:00 Streamlined design & minimal customization 1:27:00 Current gamedev dream & prototyping era #IndieGameDev #GameDevelopment #SoloDev #PontyPants #ADifficultGameAboutClimbing #PunchABunch #GettingOverIt #IndieDev #GamedevPodcast #Devlogs #Unity #IndieGames #GameDesign #StreamerGames #FODianGames #IndieSuccess #GamedevJourney #YouTubeGamedev #IndieDevLife #GameDevTips | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | How This Dev Made $150,000 in Early Access | Want to hear my behind the scenes thoughts? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHDive into an inspiring indie game dev interview with Connagh (co-creator of Dice with Death) on the Dev Dream Podcast! Discover how this unique dicebuilding roguelike — inspired by Farkle / Farle from Kingdom Come: Deliverance and The Seventh Seal — launched successfully into Steam Early Access against conventional wisdom.Connagh shares his journey from Jagex (RuneScape), professional Magic: The Gathering, YouTube D&D & card game content creation, to building Sea Glass Games' breakout roguelite. Topics include roguelike scope control, balancing without spreadsheets, art style mixed-media challenges, low refund rates, wishlist growth, optimization nightmares, marketing realities, and why discipline beats passion for finishing games.Perfect for indie developers, roguelike fans, Slay the Spire & Balatro lovers, dice poker enthusiasts, and anyone interested in solo/small-team gamedev success stories, Early Access strategy, Steam visibility tips, and creative vs commercial balance in game development.🎲 Play Dice with Death: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3435260/Dice_With_Death **Chapters:**0:00 - Intro & Guest Background 3:20 - From RuneScape to YouTube & Back to Gamedev 7:45 - Creating Dice with Death: Farkle Roguelike Origins 11:30 - Why Choose Roguelike Genre & Scope Control 15:10 - Indie Roles: Designer, Artist, Developer Balance 19:40 - Business vs Art: Making Money to Keep Creating 23:55 - Studio Work vs Indie Freedom: Who Should Join AAA? 28:20 - Favorite Mechanics & Relics (Bronze Pickaxe Chaos) 32:45 - Balancing Philosophy: Vibes Over Spreadsheets 37:30 - Hidden Difficulty & Player Self-Regulation 42:15 - Mixed-Media Art Style Journey & Evolution 47:00 - Small Team Workflow & Hiring Realities 51:30 - Biggest Technical Challenges (Optimization Hell) 56:10 - Why Launch in Early Access? Necessity & Benefits 1:01:00 - Early Access Launch Strategy & Next Fest Demo 1:06:20 - 1.0 Roadmap & Post-Launch Content Plans 1:11:45 - Marketing, Wishlists & Low Refund Rate Secrets 1:17:00 - Sales Numbers Reveal & 1.0 Expectations 1:22:30 - RNG Honesty & Player Perception Myths 1:27:45 - Passion vs Discipline in Finishing Games 1:31:20 - Gamedev Dream & Future Creative Freedom #IndieGameDev #Roguelike #DiceWithDeath #GameDevelopment #EarlyAccess #IndieDev #Roguelite #DiceBuilding #FarkleGame #GameDesign #IndieGame #SteamGame #GamedevPodcast #GameDevTips #BalatroLike #SlayTheSpire #RuneScape #IndieDevStory #GameMaker #IndieRoguelike | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | How One Solo Dev Turned a Small Game Into a Cult Classic | Want to hear my behind the scenes thoughts? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHExecute by solo dev Payne Robinson sold 20,000+ copies on Steam and paid off student loans — but it didn't feel like "success" at first. In this Dev Dream Podcast episode, Payne shares raw insights on indie game development, incremental games, realistic expectations, marketing on Steam, cutting features for focus, prestige systems, balancing "big numbers go up," Godot tips, Pico-8 learning path, wishlist strategies, Next Fest mistakes, and the artist vs bisdev mindset.Whether you're a hobbyist gamedev, aspiring full-time indie developer, or fan of dark humor incremental games like Universal Paperclips, Territory Idle, or A Game About Feeding a Black Hole, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and honest reflections on launching a cult classic in the incremental genre.📺 Subscribe for more indie dev interviews & inspiration!Check out Execute on Steam:https://store.steampowered.com/app/3829620/Execute/Chapters:0:00 – Intro & Launch Expectations3:45 – Execute Game Overview & Success Reality8:20 – Why Execute Resonated (Core Idea & Player Feedback)13:10 – Playing Games to Make Better Games18:55 – Cutting Features & Scope (Bloated Prototypes)24:30 – "You Must Finish Every Game" Myth29:40 – Is Incremental "Easy Mode" in 2025–2026?35:15 – Prestige Systems & Territory Idle Inspiration40:25 – Balancing Progression (Vibe Check vs Data-Driven)45:50 – Biggest Coding & Organization Challenges51:00 – Steam Capsule Art Secrets & Hooks56:30 – Wishlists, Next Fest, Outreach Lessons1:02:10 – Luck vs Skill in Steam Success1:07:45 – Artist vs Business-Dev Mindset Debate1:13:20 – YouTube Strategy & Passive Income Reality1:18:50 – Making Games Fun (Play, Not Just Make)1:24:15 – Current Projects & Full-Time Dev Dream1:28:03 – Closing Thoughts & Baby on the Way!#IndieGameDev #IncrementalGame #ExecuteGame #GodotEngine #SteamIndie #SoloDev #GameDevelopment #IndieDevPodcast #GameDesign #Pico8 #SteamMarketing #GamedevTips #IndieSuccess #BlackHoleGame #PassiveIncome #IndieGameMarketing #GameDevJourney | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | If Jonas Tyroller Had To Start Over... | Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/a2hceZhcfJJonas Tyroller (creator of Thronefall, Will You Snail, and co-creator of Islanders — both million+ sellers) shares his complete indie game dev blueprint for 2026, prototyping advice, business strategy, and brutally honest lessons from huge successes and near-misses.In this Dev Dream Podcast interview, Jonas reveals:- How he & Grizzly Games sold **over 1 million copies** of Thronefall (and Islanders too)- Why he now starts every project with **fantasy & feel** instead of mechanics- His exact step-by-step plan if he had to restart game dev from scratch today (solo → small team → passion projects)- Harsh truths about platformers, early access, copycats, wishlisting, Steam demos, and marketing minimalism- Deep thoughts on luck vs skill, making games "fun" (Flow theory), balancing art vs minmaxing, and more- Current projects: multiplayer games + free passion puzzle game KobakcoPerfect for solo devs, hobbyist game makers, aspiring full-time indie developers, and anyone inspired by realistic (not hype) indie success stories.Thronefall:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2239150/Thronefall/0:00 – Intro & Welcome to Jonas Tyroller 0:32 – Thronefall: Over 1 Million Copies Sold – What Made It Explode? 3:45 – Prototyping Thronefall – Fantasy First, Not Mechanics 8:20 – Choosing the Right Game Fantasy (Easy to Understand + Craveable) 12:05 – Biggest Challenges in Thronefall Dev (Pathfinding, Snowball Balancing) 16:45 – Early Access vs Full Release – Was It the Right Call? 20:10 – Small vs Big Games – Optimal Scope & Diminishing Returns 24:50 – Minmaxing vs Artistic Passion – Finding Your Balance 28:55 – Copycats & Mobile Clones – Where Jonas Draws the Line 31:55 – Will You Snail – Platformer Mistakes, Personality, and Long Tail Sales 36:20 – Islanders – Minimal Art, Proximity Mechanics, Selling the IP 41:10 – YouTube vs Full-Time Game Dev – How Jonas Balances Both Now 45:50 – Next 3 Years – Multiplayer Projects + Free Puzzle Game Kobakco 49:20 – Advice for New/Solo Devs – Full Restart Blueprint in 2026 55:10 – Marketing Minimalism – Steam Page, Demo, Next Fest, Creator Outreach 1:00:30 – Podcast Insights – What Successful Devs Have in Common 1:04:50 – Reflections on Gavin Eisenbeisz & CuFFbust Launch Lessons 1:09:20 – Luck in Indie Success – Birth Lottery vs Controllable Factors 1:13:50 – Teaching Game Design on YouTube – Why Jonas Loves It 1:17:50 – Viewer Questions – Favorite Genres, Jiu-Jitsu, Board Game Dream 1:22:20 – Making Games Fun – Flow, Learning, and Efficient Feedback 1:27:10 – Jonas’s Current Game Dev Dream – Balance & Inner Peace 1:28:18 – Outro & Thanks for Watching!#IndieGameDev #JonasTyroller #Thronefall #WillYouSnail #Islanders #GameDevAdvice #SoloDev #IndieGameSuccess #GameDevelopment #SteamNextFest #IndieDev #GameDesign #Prototyping #GameDevPodcast #IndieGames #GamedevTips #ThronefallGame #IndieDevJourney #MakeGames #IndieSuccess | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | You CAN Succeed With A UNIQUE Game On Steam! | Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHDive into indie game dev success with Brano's Healed to Death, a groundbreaking roguelike healer game inspired by World of Warcraft MMO healing mechanics and frustrating raid fails. Learn solo dev tips, Godot tutorials, game jam prototypes, and balancing challenging healing spells in roguelites without number-go-up boredom. Unpack controversial Hades healing critique, feedback loop fixes, and why 10 years of MMO healing expertise is essential for fun healer gameplay design. Discover Steam revenue secrets—$96K gross from 6K+ sales—tail sales strategies, marketing to roguelike YouTubers, and avoiding mono-gamers for better indie Steam wishlists. Get actionable advice on smaller games like Dome Keeper clones, incremental games, reverse-engineering fun, and prototyping Venn diagram ideas to go full-time indie dev.Check out Healed to Death on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2765490/Healed_To_Death/0:00 Healing Rage Inspiration3:15 Jam Feedback Goldmine6:45 Solo Dev Volunteers10:35 AAA Studio Collapse14:20 Drafting vs Healing Fun17:45 10-Year Healing Expertise21:30 Hades Healing Flaw25:00 Fix Feedback Loops29:00 Revenue Danger Zone32:45 Smaller Games Mandate37:00 Clone Market Gaps40:30 Tail Sales Reality44:00 Ignore Mono-Gamers47:45 Reverse Engineer Fun51:30 Masters Can't Teach55:15 Venn Diagram Ideas59:00 Playto Prototype Advice#Gamedev #IndieGamedev #Branno #BrannoDev #HealedToDeath #GodotEngine #DailyDevlog #Roguelike #IndieRoguelike #HealToDeath #FightingSpirit #Clearcasting #Devlog #IndieDevJourney #ScopeCreep #GodotTutorial #UnityToGodot #GameJam #DevDreamPodcast | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | How To Launch A Wildly Successful Game On Steam | Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHCory Darby returns to talk game dev success after releasing A Game About Feeding A Black Hole. We discuss how the game was so successful on steam. The marketing strategies he used to achieve it and what's next in his indie game development journey.Explode your indie game dev dreams with Corey Darby's A Game About Feeding a Black Hole smashing 110K Steam copies and $440K+ gross revenue in under a month via short 800-hour dev cycle and killer NextFest demo. Unpack 3-for-3 success secrets: scrap 12 mechanics, A/B test ruthlessly, prioritize outcome over artist identity, and collab with moldable devs for Click and Conquer-style incremental wins. Master long tail sales projections (3x first week to $500K-$1M year 1), post-launch updates slashing refunds 2-4%, and roguelite modes boosting playtime in casual incremental genres. Nail wishlist marketing (5K-50K thresholds), 30-min demo pacing for 80% retention, simple creator emails converting 100+ YouTubers/Twitch streamers without embargoes. Get playbook for sustainable Steam launches: shelf low-wishlisters, push Popular Upcoming, build empires with 3x ROI runway, and pivot to friend-slop/rogue-deckbuilders post-incremental dominance.0:00 Intro & Massive Success Update4:35 Launch Numbers & Expectations9:20 Sales Long Tail & Projections14:05 Post-Launch Content & Refunds18:50 Why 3-for-3 Success?23:40 Identity vs Outcome Mindset28:25 People Over Ideas Playbook33:10 Lazy Path & Steam Strategy37:55 Incremental Genre Pros & Cons42:40 Replayability & Future Modes47:25 Wishlists – How Many Matter?52:10 Pushing Back Release Date56:55 Demo Design & Pacing Choices1:01:40 Skill Tree Tool & Emails1:06:25 Viewer Questions Roundup1:11:10 What Drives Me Now?1:15:55 Proudest Moments & Future Dreams1:20:40 Final Thoughts & Outro#Gamedev #IndieGamedev #CoryDarby #BlackHoleGame #FeedTheBlackHole #IndieLaunch #SteamRelease #Roguelike #IndieReturn #Devlog #Postmortem #ScopeCreep #GodotEngine #IndieSuccess #GameRelease #DevDreamPodcast | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Miziziziz's Passive Income Blueprint | Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHDive into indie game dev mastery with Miziziziz: full-time gamedev since 2019 via small games backlog yielding $1K+/month passive Steam revenue (Endoparasitic $6K, Voyager 19 $1.4K last 31 days). Unlock mechanics-first prototyping for 130-hour releases like Camelot 10,000 CE typing roguelite, Lurking Fear Lovecraft horror, and Endoparasitic one-arm survival horror smash. Dominate Godot tutorials-to-devlogs YouTube evolution, Four Devs One Artkit series, horror genre hacks for easy Steam marketing/scares/atmosphere. Nail sustainable strategy: courses bootstrap income, strict contracts over rev-share, 3-hour $10 playtimes, avoid big-game burnout for creative freedom. Get full-time playbook—I Make Games podcast vibes, business mindset sans minmax joy-kill, scale dreams with teams for indie empire-building.Check out Miz:https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mizizizizChapters:00:00 Intro01:57 YouTube Platform Changes 02:58 Why Start YouTube 04:03 Content Types Evolution 04:42 Tutorial Passion Insights 06:49 Tutorial Entertainment Balance 07:33 Four Devs Series 09:08 Challenge Videos Viability 09:21 Game dev Mr.Beastification Concerns 11:02 Impressive Challenge Games 12:24 Games Promotion Strategy 12:49 Proudest Game: Endoparasitic 13:36 Endoparasitic Concept Explained 14:53 Endoparasitic 2 Reflections 15:35 Publisher Name Change 16:06 Solo Workflow Details 17:12 Small vs Big Games 18:48 Defining Game Completion 20:53 Team Collaboration Views 23:40 Upcoming: Camelot Game 25:44 Upcoming: Lurking Fear 26:44 Mechanics-First Approach 27:48 Horror Genre Recommendations 29:54 Godot Engine Switch 32:02 Full-Time Dev Path 33:17 Sustainable Income Strategy 36:06 Min-maxing vs Joy Debate 39:23 Back Catalog Earnings 42:01 Specific Revenue Examples 42:44 Contracts Over Rev-share 43:19 YouTube Income Role 44:16 Non-Trailer Video Plans 46:16 I Make Games Podcast 48:28 Podcast Format Discussion 50:38 Fun Dev Group Ideas 52:24 Four Devs Inspiration 53:34 Current Game dev Dreams 55:04 Outro#Gamedev #IndieGamedev #Miziziziz #PassiveIncome #SoloGameDev #FullTimeDev #IndieSuccess #GameDevIncome #SoloIndie #Devlog #YouTubeGamedev #IndieJourney #FinancialFreedom #DevDreamPodcast #GamedevPassive | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | How Beginner Game Devs Actually Succeed | Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHDive into inspiring indie gamedev with Madars (Mad R Games) on the Dev Dream podcast: from overwhelmed beginner dreading massive Metroidvania time-travel projects to 15+ completed game jams, Godot mastery, and building a roguelike Legends Reloaded with procedural rooms, drunkard's walk generation, spawner vulnerability bars, and Enter the Gungeon/Brotato vibes. Overcome imposter syndrome, scope creep, level design struggles, and burnout—learn why beginners tackle huge games, MVP minimum viable product strategies, tight deadlines that boost productivity, and why small scoped prototypes beat unfinished epics. Discover YouTube growth secrets with personality-packed devlogs (day-in-life, accountability motivation), Steam Deck dev setup, retro arcade side hustle, and balancing full-time job, family, newborn, house move while chasing full release. Get actionable advice: split overwhelming tasks, set clear finish lines, focus on fun mechanics first, provide real viewer value beyond showcases, and never quit under pressure—perfect for aspiring solo devs, Godot users, roguelike creators, and game jam enthusiasts dreaming of Steam demos, publishers, and sustainable indie success.Check out MadRDev: https://www.youtube.com/@UCRl4gwo5vKW9Uqnr7V9GKBw His upcoming steam game (Legends Reloaded)https://store.steampowered.com/app/4223710/Legends_Reloaded/0:00 Intro5:40 Career Switch & Game Dev Start11:09 Why Beginners Tackle Huge Projects16:16 Game Jams & Lessons Learned21:28 His Game Dev Journey26:06 Current Roguelike Project31:03 YouTube & Video Production36:46 Motivation & Common Mistakes41:20 Advice for Viewers46:34 Future Goals & Dev Dream#Gamedev #IndieGamedev #Madars #Madrdev #IndieDev #GodotEngine #Devlog #IndieJourney #SoloDev #GameDevLife #GodotDev #IndieGameDev #DevDreamPodcast #GamedevMotivation #IndieSuccess | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | He ABANDONED YouTube and GameDev and then EXPLODED | Want my unfiltered thoughts? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHDive into indie gamedev inspiration with Jerb (JerBob) on Dev Dream podcast: from storytime animation roots (Odd Ones Out style) to quitting dream game Coco the Last Leaf after 2 years, rediscovering passion via Blackthornprod competition & goofy stealth-puzzle Vampy's Big Day (sun-shadow mechanics, vampire vs fairy duality, multiple endings). Overcome burnout, imposter syndrome, massive scope creep—learn why beginners tackle huge Metroidvanias, benefits of small games/game jams, Construct 3 visual scripting, YouTube Shorts vs long-form for community growth (millions of views), Instagram trial reels strategy, balancing college/family/church mission. Get actionable advice: prioritize fun mechanics, build accessible characters, collaborate for brainstorming, chase community joy over perfection for sustainable indie success & Steam release dreams.Check out @Jerbob https://www.youtube.com/@UCn4yDc7cTT1nMJfiBXyYdEA 00:00 - YouTube Hiatus and Return01:26 - Quitting the Dream Game Coco03:30 - Journey from Animation to Gamedev07:10 - Storytime Animation and Influences11:46 - Why Animations Took Years13:13 - Vampy's Big Day Success Factors15:45 - Blackthornprod Competition Experience17:12 - Competition Critique and Response21:20 - Continuing Vampy's Big Day Development24:04 - Vampy Mechanics and Choices28:48 - Stealth Puzzle Design Challenges31:19 - YouTube Shorts and Platforms37:05 - Instagram and TikTok Results41:20 - Practicing Art and Game Jams43:48 - Construct 3 and Collaboration50:39 - Future Gamedev Dreams#Gamedev #IndieGamedev #Jerbob #JerbobDev #GodotEngine #IndieDev #Devlog #GameDevJourney #SoloDev #GodotDev #IndieGameDev #DevDreamPodcast #GamedevMotivation #IndieSuccess #GodotTutorial | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Make Games At HYPER SPEED | Want my unfiltered thoughts? Join the Dev Dream Newsletter: http://bit.ly/4rzrgoHDive into indie gamedev acceleration with Edward (Fast Forward My Game): craft Steam hits like Dodge King in 90 days via rock-bottom-to-success blueprint, dodging scope creep/feature creep by locking 90% design early, MVP minimum viable product prototyping, and self-denial for unchanged mechanics. Overcome burnout, shiny object syndrome, imposter syndrome—harness habits like ditching screen time addictions, aggressive playtesting, deadlines for flow state, and market research to guarantee wishlists/sales. Tackle "small games aren't cool" pushback: recycle assets, evolve from $22 flops to profitable Deluxe editions, demo deadlines breed creativity. Master consultation secrets: brainstorm sessions, personalized roadmaps (1K-2K steps), accountability checks slashing 9h phone doom-scrolling, genre-agnostic strategies (avoid builders for speed). Achieve sustainable full-time indie dreams—systemize brainstorming/execution for rapid launches, player feedback loops, and community amplification without 10-year grinds.DodgeKing Deluxe's Steam page:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2086270/DodgeKing/?beta=1Toad Tavern's Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3575570/Toad_Tavern/Character-Focused Prototype Example: (mentioned @ 24:06)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8a7CaPDMQwTenkaStudios/Venator Shout-Out: (mentioned @ 41:49)https://chrisrosario.itch.io/Indie Game Clinic Shout-out: (mentioned @ 1:09:21)https://www.youtube.com/@IndieGameClinic/videos00:00 Intro05:15 Rock-Bottom to 90-Day Game11:30 Dodge King Failure & Redemption17:45 Systems That Beat Scope Creep24:00 90 % Design Lock Secret30:20 Current Game: Another Chance36:40 Addressing the “Slop on Steam” Criticism43:10 Market Research Deep Dive50:30 How Consultation Actually Works58:00 Can Any Genre Work?1:04:20 Managing First-Game Expectations1:11:00 His Real Dream Right Now | — | ||||||
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