Ein Podcast übers Geschichtenerzählen und Rollenspielen. Alle zwei Wochen aus Wien mit Markus Widmer und Harald Eckmüller. Interviews mit Designern oft in Englisch.
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Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.
Andrew Pappas, Game Marketing Strategist and Consultant
Andrew Pappas, founder of RenGen Marketing helps take indie devs and their games to a whole new level by discussing business best practices and sharing marketing strategies and tips to better navigate the world of indie game marketing. Regardless if you’re an indie dev starting out or a veteran small team, the topic discussions apply to anyone wanting to better understand the online environment and stand out in a saturated market. A marketer since 2011, Andrew has found a passion for applyin ...
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Podcast de video games sobre jogos independentes, o universo e tudo mais. Saiba mais sobre os melhores jogos indie, com notícias, opiniões, recomendações ou análises. Não entre em pânico. Venha para o Lado Indie da Força!
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Every week, Ghost Volta staff members talk about everything related to indie games. Listen to us chat about indie game news, announcements,what we're playing, and more.
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This is the home of Destination Indie, which celebrates a love of all things indie, with an ND twist! The Podcast specifically focuses on Indies that are shorter experiences (12 hrs or less) because Kyleia & Zammwow, the hosts, are ADHD and this is our happy place! Our greatest hope is to help you find a game you've never heard of that you'll really enjoy! Elsewhere, Destination Indie covers independent games via articles & reviews on GeeksVsGeeks.com or livestreaming on Twitch :) Hosts: Kyl ...
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The Game Development show for indie developers, Inside Indie Games’ explores what it is that inspires and motivates games developers make the games they do. Our community of independent games developers are among the brightest and best in UK games dev talent and, on this show, we're tapping into their expertise and experience, to find out how you can build your own successful games company. Learn from the experts what challenges, successes and opportunities are typical for independent games ...
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Ever pick up a weird indie game and wonder "what's all that about?" Well come and wonder with us at NPC Dialogue; a reaction-based talk show where your party of AJ, JJ, and Mike do their best to make sense of the small and unconventional in gaming. For a few episodes at a time, we will target a specific game to wrestle with and go as indepth as we can about it's mechanics, story, themes, and any other fun abstractions that makes everyone's head spin. So come join us as we dive into the weird ...
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Each week Mike, Phil, Jordan, and Roger discuss the indie games that they are currently playing on the Nintendo Switch. Plus they review a game in their Switching On A Budget segment - focusing on games that are $10 or less.
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Ep 370 - Sustaining Creativity and Innovation in Indie Games with Tyler Glaiel
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Indie game development often thrives on the balance between iteration and long-term sustainability, but in doing so, there's always the potential risk of burning out. So today, we're going to explore strategies on how to maintain creativity over time and how to adapt your development process to evolve projects while fostering innovation and sustain…
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The Between Crowdfunding Sonderfolge
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The Between CrowdfundingVon Harald Eckmüller
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Ep 369 - Lessons in Building a Sustainable Indie Game Business with Jeff Vogel
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The indie game industry has evolved dramatically in the last few decades. But despite some fundamental challenges that remain, reaching sustainability is still possible to acheive. So today, we're going to dive deep into how one developer has thrived for over 30 years, balancing creativity and business by focusing on shareware games. We'll explore …
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Ep 368 - How to Balance Roles While Building an IP with Adriaan Jansen
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Managing an indie studio requires juggling multiple roles, from creative direction to financial management, all while staying true to a game’s vision. It may not be easy, but it can be done. So today, we're going to dive into the challenges of balancing these responsibilities, and explore how to build up your IP all while learning how to effectivel…
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Ep 367 - How to Align Marketing and Community Needs During Development with Amanda Vandenburg
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Marketing and community management are often the bridge between game developers and their audience, but navigating this relationship during production can be tricky. So today, we're going to uncover how to align marketing strategies with community needs by discussing effective ways to create authentic connections and drive player engagement, all wh…
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Ep 366 - How Indie Devs Can Think Big with Ryan Laley
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Many indie game developers fall into the trap of letting their limitations dictate their creative process, which can affect more than just their games. So today, we're going to challenge this mindset by discussing how studios can apply AAA principles to their projects, and learn how to think big, innovate, and overcome limitations that may stand in…
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Ep 365 - Crafting Your Career Value in a Competitive Games Market with Jean Leggett
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With the gaming industry experiencing significant job cuts over the past several months, developers and professionals are finding it increasingly difficult to secure new opportunities, making articulating your value more critical than ever. In this episode, we're going to discuss how to communicate your worth effectively in such a competitive envir…
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Ep 364 - Transforming Game Development Using AI Analytics with Mo Hallaba
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AI is revolutionizing data analytics and game development, presenting both opportunities and challenges for developers. Unfortunately, many are unsure how to leverage this information effectively. In this episode, we explore how AI solutions are reshaping the gaming industry by looking into practical applications and future trends in AI-driven game…
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Tim Denee is a graphic and game designer, and as such, he almost single-handedly wrote, designed and produced Deathmatch Island.Von Markus Widmer & Harald Eckmüller
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Ep 363 - Breaking Down Barriers in Game Discovery with Ichiro Lambe
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Many great games go unnoticed due to a lot of different factors, but one of the main areas studios and developers struggle with is nailing down discoverbility. So today, we're going to tackle this problem by understanding issues with the current game discovery system and discuss practical solutions to fix it, so you can break down barriers in game …
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Ep 362 - Communicating Your Game's Vision to Partners with Rob Bartholomew
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Developers often struggle to clearly communicate their game’s vision to partners, leading to misalignment, potential conflicts and a whole slew of other challenges during development and beyond. In this episode, we explore how to establish and share a strong vision within your team, overcome common articulation challenges, and effectively present y…
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Deathmatch Island - Die Regeln
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Aus einem Spiel über griechische Helden wird eines über ein tödliches Spiel: Squid Game meets Lost. Wir besprechen in dieser Folge mit unserem Gast Waldemar die Regeln von Deathmatch Island.Von Markus Widmer & Harald Eckmüller
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Ep 361 - Crafting Memorable Game Animation with Daniel Floyd
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Crafting game animation requires more than technical skill, as it's about weaving immersive storytelling into interactive experiences. And while this can enhance gameplay and storytelling, it's a challenge to address...but doesn't always have to be. Today, we're going to dive deep into the craft of game animation, discussing everything from strateg…
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Ep 360 - Effective Media Strategies that Stand Out with George Osborn
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Navigating the world of media relations can be challenging for indie game developers, often struggling to capture the attention of journalists and influencers especially in the current crowded landscape. However, all it can take to tackle these challenges is a simple approach. Today, we're going to discover actionable strategies for establishing st…
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Deathmatch Island (Setting)
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Wir sehen uns das Setting des Spiels "Deathmatch Island" von Tim Denee mit unserem Gast Waldemar näher an: Was macht die Faszination des Genres "Battle Royale" aus, und warum erlebt es seit dem Jahr 2000 einen Höhenflug?Von Markus Widmer und Harald Eckmüller
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Ep 359 - Killing the Game Biz Dev Scene with Harry Phokou
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Indie game devs and studios often struggle with business development, missing out on everything from potential partners and significant growth opportunities. Whether this is due to fear, lack of time, or limited expertise, getting what you need is still obtainable, and simpler than you may think. Today, we're going to reveal key strategies for tack…
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Ep 358 - Creating Immersive Adventures While Keeping Things Simple with Dave Gilbert
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In an industry dominated by action, and complex graphics, creating immersive experiences with simple mechanics can be a daunting endeavor. However, sometimes there's more potential than meets the eye, especially when looking to stand out. Today, we're going to investigate how simple, niche genres can also provide depth, creating a level of immersio…
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Kathryn Hymes Interview about Sign
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Kathryn Hymes and Thorny Games are known for language-focused story-games, and in this episode she joins us to talk about Sign—the “almost” LARP they wrote for the Golden Cobra, and give us a sneak peek at what she’ll do and bring to the 3W6 Con in August.Von Harald Eckmüller & Markus Widmer
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Ep 357 - Crafting Authentic Brand Identities that Stand Out with Anni Valkama
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Crafting an authentic brand is crucial for indie games, especially when trying to stand out in a competitive market, but despite the need, it can be a real struggle for developers to define their positioning and know exactly what will cut through the noise. In this episode, we're going to discuss valuable insights on effective branding strategies, …
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Ep 356 - Maximizing Brand Impact Through Content Creation with Sophia Miller
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Standing out in a crowded market or busy industry is always a challenge, especially as an indie studio. But what if there was to stand out and create impact while shaping your studio's identity? Well, it's all possible as today we'll explore the power of content creation and how that can not only create awareness and engagement but help showcase yo…
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Special: Dialekt Actual Play bei 3P
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Aktuell läuft die Vorbestellung für Dialekt bei System Matters. Das ist die deutsche Übersetzung des Erzählspielklassikers Dialect von Kathryn Hymes, unserer Guest of Honor bei der 3W6 Con 2024 und ebenfalls Autorin von Sign (siehe letzte Folge). Deshalb war Markus in seiner Rolle als Übersetzer des Spiels letzte Woche zu Gast bei 3P auf Twitch und…
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Ep 355 - How Micro Indie Teams Can Create Macro Results with Willem Delventhal
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Any indie studio starting out has to overcome a variety of daunting tasks, but when your working with a micro team, the process can be overwhelming. But, it doesn't have to be. So today, we're going to discover the key to turning small-scale efforts into big-time results, as we delve into navigating the development process, crafting effective marke…
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Ep 354 - Leveraging Your Brand Across Different Arenas with Angelica Chapman-Sykes
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In an industry where branding bridges diverse platforms and mediums, navigating its nuances presents a lot of different challenges. But overcoming them, can create lots of new opporutnities. Join us as we delve into different strategies and perspectives that can guide your brand seamlessly across different arenas, regardless of your stance, values …
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https://thornygames.com/pages/signVon Harald Eckmüller & Markus Widmer
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Ep 353 - Navigating the Publishing Landscape with Jay Powell
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Currently it's a struggle to determine what exactly is the right path to get a publisher for your project, especially knowing that publishers are more selective than ever, while the number of projects keep growing. That's why today we're going to discuss the challenges and opportunities, learning expert insights on how to identify publishers, perfe…
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Ep 352 - Aligning Marketing with the Development Process with Benoit Scappazzoni
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Typically when looking at marketing and development, many see these areas as being completely different, therefor becoming siloed. But in doing so, this can easily lead to lots of missed opportunities, creating more friction and challenges in creating visibility and momentum that projects need. So today, we're going to delve into insights and prove…
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Ep 351 - Creating Impactful Production and Collaboration with Ewa Stiller
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Having a clearly defined production and collaboration process can make all the difference in how a project progresses. However, it's not always easy to achieve, and sometimes can feel like a mystery that takes forever to solve. So today, we're going to delve into various obstacles related to this, and uncover strategies for overcoming them, discuss…
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Ep 350 - Effectively Using Knowledge Gates and Invisible Aid with Nicolae Berbece
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When it comes to introducing a new world to players, sometimes the process can be difficult to grapple with, esepcially when trying to balance between necessary guidance while fostering organic discovery. Too far in either direction can create friction, potentially creating a lack-luster experience for the player. So today, we're going to discuss h…
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Ep 349 - Mastering Creativity within the Game Development Process with Lisa Karaseva
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In the fast-paced world of game development, mastering creativity is essential but often poses significant challenges. We'll explore how developers navigate the delicate balance between performance and aesthetics, drawing insights from classic games and comparing creative processes across industries. Join us as we uncover innovative solutions and f…
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Ep 348 - Understanding User Behavior and Maximizing Player Retention with Patrick Rose
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Retaining players for any game is a constant challenge. While it's an ongoing obstacle many of us face, sometimes, having a better understanding of players can go a long way. Join us today as we delve into the realm of user behavior, exploring strategies to captivate and maximize player retention. Discover how understanding player psychology and im…
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Ben Robbins is known for GM-less world-building games in general, and for Microscope in particular. He joins us to discuss his new game In This World, his psychology thesis on TTRPGs and many other things.Von Markus Widmer & Harald Eckmüller
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