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Game, Develop, Repeat

AnxiousBuddhaGames

I analyze a game I love, discuss lessons learned from it, and then suggest straightforward tips to help every game developer sustain and grow their passion. Hosted by an ex music teacher turned indie game developer.

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33:29

079: How to Make a Good Game Bad

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2024/07/01

Game: Big Picture: Poor communication, taking control from player Unskippable filler content/cutscenes Bad default controls Horrible marketing Constant waiting Removing interaction indicatorsExamples: Skyrim, Celeste, Breath of the Wild Develop: Communicate clearly Have multiple people test it Don't make assumptions about player mindset Don't waste people's time Repeat: How could you ruin your favorite game? How could you f...

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31:53

078: The Joy of Consequences in Games

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2024/06/24

Game: Choices-matter genre Baldur's Gate 3 The Quarry Disco Elysium Diablo II and re-rolls Investment Develop: Immediate feedback Frustrating consequences Satisfying consequences Proving impact Repeat: What in-game choices do you find most satisfying? Do you prefer experiencing every option, or embracing one path? Roll with the consequences.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/anxiousbuddhagamesTwitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv...

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30:58

077: How Games Help Us Grow

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2024/06/17

Game: Creating Space Emotions and Indie Games A quick note about practical skills Taking the training wheels off Game of thrones taught me about myself Develop: Just be open I'm not advocating for preaching Doesn't have to be a whole emotional journey Repeat: How do games help you? Start experimenting a little more.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/anxiousbuddhagamesTwitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagamesMy first game, "Sut" i...

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29:16

076: Why Make Games

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2024/06/10

Game: What does making games do for you? Love of the results Chasing some goal Fame and Fortune Develop: Love of the process Learning new skills Growing as a person Repeat: What is your favorite part of making games? Are you taking time to enjoy the process? Don't overthink it, just enjoy it.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/anxiousbuddhagamesTwitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagamesMy first game, "Sut" is out: https://store.ste...

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23:19

075: Pure Goofy Fun (Worms)

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2024/06/03

Game: The Worms series Less story Goofball immersion Develop: Knowing your game's emotional impact Creating space for unintended fun Repeat: What is fun for you? Is your game idea fun? Should your game idea be fun? Goof around in games, game development, and life.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/anxiousbuddhagamesTwitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagamesMy first game, "Sut" is out: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2638880/Sut/Emai...

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24:51

074: On Touching Grass

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2024/05/27

Game: How reality improves gaming Childhood love of gaming Childhood love of touching grass Develop: Incentives in Game Development Players need to digest Repeat: What games have you thought about during real life? How has real life made gaming more fun?Tip: "Touch grass" as often as possibleKo-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/anxiousbuddhagamesTwitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagamesMy first game, "Sut" is out: https://store.steampowered.com/a...

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31:27

073: No Bad Ideas (Parappa the Rapper)

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2024/05/20

Game: No bad ideas Insane concept First rhythm game Deeply beloved despite absurdity Just make games Develop: Art style Pure, goofy gameplay Stop being serious Design standards and preconceptions Repeat: What dumb idea can you think of right now? How could you make it interesting? Tip: It's about skills, not success.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/anxiousbuddhagamesTwitch Stream: https://www.twitch.tv/anxiousbuddhagame...

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33:52

072: Why Play Games

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2024/05/13

Game: How a few games impacted me: Final Fantasy 7 Morrowind Starcraft Diablo II Warcraft 3 Stardew Valley Celeste Spiritfarer Develop: Don't be afraid to share You can't know what someone else will get from yo ur game Excessive Gaming Repeat: How has gaming impacted you at different points in your life? Notice the little positive thingsKo-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/anxiousbuddhagamesTwitch Stream: https://www.twitch.t...

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38:39

071: Propaganda and Helldivers 2

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2024/05/06

UPDATED CONTEXT: About half an hour after I finished editing this episode, Sony announced via twitter that they will not be moving forward with the update that initiated this controversy.Game: Incredible satirical propaganda Community controls the marketing Great lore, full commitment Accidentally creating a union Develop: "Everything is game design" - Jonathan Rogers Interview (PoE2) Communication is key, poor communication can become an unintentional scam&...

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35:31

070: Upward Spirals and Game Development

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2024/04/29

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069: The Gameplay Loop of Game Development

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2024/04/22

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068: Conquering Creative Paralysis

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2024/04/15

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067: My Favorite Pokemon Game (Jade Cocoon)

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2024/04/08

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066: I Earned a World Record (Dustforce)

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2024/04/01

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065: When to Ditch a Project

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2024/03/25

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33:34

064: Why Grinding Doesn't Feel Like Work

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2024/03/18

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28:05

063: Being Willing to Fail (Chess)

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2024/03/11

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31:45

062: The Most Relaxing Games

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2024/03/04

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41:28

061: The Difference Between Bad and Incredible (Front...

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2024/02/26

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28:40

060: How to Git Gud (League of Legends)

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2024/02/19

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