Games Every Designer Should Play

Stuart Lilford
Games Every Designer Should Play

This is ’Games Every Designer Should Play,’ the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join your lecturers in game design: Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant, as they explore the essential games that have left a lasting impression on the industry and on us. In each episode, we dissect and analyse a game that shaped the landscape of game design. From classic titles to contemporary masterpieces, we unravel the intricate layers of gameplay, narrative, and art direction, offering valuable insights for both aspiring and seasoned game designers. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, seeking to understand the principles of great game design, or simply love exploring the artistry behind your favorite games, this podcast is your go-to source. Subscribe now for a front-row seat to the fascinating world of game design, and discover the games that every designer should play. At the end of the episode one of us will reveal to the others the game for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You’ll have to listen to the end to find out!

Épisodes

  1. EP05: Thank Goodness You're Here! - Games Every Designer Should Play

    24 OCT.

    EP05: Thank Goodness You're Here! - Games Every Designer Should Play

    Welcome to Episode 05 of 'Games Every Designer Should Play,' the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join experienced Lecturers in Game Design, Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant as they delve into the absurd comedy slapformer THANK GOODNESS YOU'RE HERE!, exploring its blend of comedy and game design as well as it's approach to backtracking and reactions to the player Spoiler alert for The Game! 🚨 We STRONGLY advise you play before listening. In this episode, we dive into the delightfully quirky world of Thank Goodness You’re Here! We explore how voice acting brings characters to life, break down comedy theory in game design, and discuss how games can react to the player to enhance their experience. Plus, we chat about designing games based on personal experiences and discuss the concept of bi-directional gameplay. Along the way, there’s plenty of reminiscing about our favorite jokes, and we may even try out a few silly voices ourselves.  Featuring feedback from listeners and the verdict: Is Thank Goodness You're Here! a must-play for every designer? 📧 Email us your comments or questions on the game discussed in the next episode at shouldplaypodcast@gmail.com  It's David's turn to choose the game we must play for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You'll have to listen to the end to find out! 👀 Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share! #GameDesign #Podcast #GamesEveryDesignerShouldPlay #Bioshock  Thank you for tuning in! 🎧✨ We are @ShouldPlayPod on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. === CREDITS === Music by Vasil Trofimov from Pixabay. Sound Effects by floraphonic Pixabay.

    1 h 11 min
  2. EP04: Bioshock - Games Every Designer Should Play

    10 OCT.

    EP04: Bioshock - Games Every Designer Should Play

    Welcome to Episode 04 of 'Games Every Designer Should Play,' the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join experienced Lecturers in Game Design, Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant as they delve into the seminal first-person shooter BIOSHOCK, exploring its rich narrative and immersive world-building. Spoiler alert for Bioshock! 🚨 We STRONGLY advise you play before listening. In this episode, we explore how BioShock draws inspiration from art, philosophy, and history, while also breaking down its exceptional sound design and how it leverages the 'rule of cool' with iconic elements like Big Daddies and epic set-pieces. We also dive into what hasn’t aged as well, from excessive bloom effects to bloated systems—and one of us has a serious bone to pick with Vita-Chambers. Featuring feedback from listeners and the verdict: Is Bioshock a must-play for every designer? 📧 Email us your comments or questions on the game discussed in the next episode at shouldplaypodcast@gmail.com  It's Adrian's turn to choose the game we must play for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You'll have to listen to the end to find out! 👀 Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share! #GameDesign #Podcast #GamesEveryDesignerShouldPlay #Bioshock  Thank you for tuning in! 🎧✨ We are @ShouldPlayPod on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. === CREDITS === Music by Vasil Trofimov from Pixabay. Sound Effects by floraphonic Pixabay.

    1 h 22 min
  3. EP01: Portal - Games Every Designer Should Play

    26 AVR.

    EP01: Portal - Games Every Designer Should Play

    Welcome to Episode 01 of 'Games Every Designer Should Play,' the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join experienced Lecturers in Game Design, Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant as they delve into the iconic game PORTAL, exploring its innovative mechanics and design insights. Spoiler alert for Portal! 🚨 We advise you play before listening. You can grab it here. In this episode, we discuss environmental storytelling, pacing and progression, the importance of playtesting and iterative design, and the debate of Cut scenes vs. non-interruptive dialogue. Featuring feedback from listeners and the verdict: Is Portal a must-play for every designer? 📧 Email us your comments or questions on the game discussed in the next episode at shouldplaypodcast@gmail.com  It's Adrian's turn to choose the game we must play for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You'll have to listen to the end to find out! 👀 Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share! #GameDesign #Podcast #GamesEveryDesignerShouldPlay Thank you for tuning in! 🎧✨ === REFERENCES === Narbacular Drop by the DigiPen Institute of Technology  DoubleFIne Adventure Documentary when Tim Schafer shares his notebooks on Grim Fandango  Robert Yang's Level with Me videos on YouTube  Game Maker's Toolkit video on Valve's "Secret Weapon" (Playtesting)   GDC Talk - Level Design Workshop: Solving Puzzle Design by Ubisoft's Jolie Menzel The Art of Game Design by Jesse Schell  Game Theory === CREDITS === Music by Vasil Trofimov from Pixabay. Sound Effects by floraphonic Pixabay.

    1 h 9 min

À propos

This is ’Games Every Designer Should Play,’ the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join your lecturers in game design: Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant, as they explore the essential games that have left a lasting impression on the industry and on us. In each episode, we dissect and analyse a game that shaped the landscape of game design. From classic titles to contemporary masterpieces, we unravel the intricate layers of gameplay, narrative, and art direction, offering valuable insights for both aspiring and seasoned game designers. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, seeking to understand the principles of great game design, or simply love exploring the artistry behind your favorite games, this podcast is your go-to source. Subscribe now for a front-row seat to the fascinating world of game design, and discover the games that every designer should play. At the end of the episode one of us will reveal to the others the game for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You’ll have to listen to the end to find out!

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