The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook

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The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook
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A series of in-depth conversations between video game makers on the business and craft of interactive entertainment, exploring the core tenants of D.I.C.E. (Design. Innovate. Communicate. Entertain.)

  1. DEC 12 • SUBSCRIBER EARLY ACCESS

    The World of Licensing in Games with Slitherine's Marco Minoli

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Trent Kusters chats with Marco Minoli, Director of Publishing at Slitherine. Together they discuss the world of licensing in video games; the benefits and opportunities that can be found; how deals are structured; how to collaborate with license holders; and then explore Slitherine's catalogue of games from consumer facing war games to war simulations used by defense departments in governments around the world. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    1h 19m
  2. Balatro Creator LocalThunk Talks Inspirations and Jokers

    2 DAYS AGO

    Balatro Creator LocalThunk Talks Inspirations and Jokers

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Trent Kusters chats with Balatro creator LocalThunk. Together they discuss the early titles he created with his friends; the inspirations that led to Balatro; his ideas around design and balance; how real life experiences influenced the Joker designs; and the steps he's taking to ensure Balatro is never conflated with gambling. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    2h 17m
  3. Through Castle Crashers and Beyond with The Behemoth's John Baez

    5 DAYS AGO

    Through Castle Crashers and Beyond with The Behemoth's John Baez

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Trent Kusters chats with President of The Behemoth, John Baez. Together they discuss The Behemoth's 20+ year journey as an indie studio; their breakout hit during the early days of Xbox Live Arcade in Castle Crashers; how that success propelled them forward as a studio; the importance of trade shows for developing the relationship with their community; and the steps they've taken to stay truly independent as a company. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    1h 37m
  4. Talking Sack Boys and Astro Bots with Composer Kenny Young

    DEC 2

    Talking Sack Boys and Astro Bots with Composer Kenny Young

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Austin Wintory chats with composer Kenny Young. Together they discuss his career featuring several collaborations with Media Molecule on the Little Big Planet and Tearaway franchises all the way to his latest project, Team Asobi's galactic trek across PlayStation history, Astro Bot. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    1h 56m
  5. Industry Veteran Jen MacLean Talks Gen Z Audiences and Evolving Expectations

    NOV 29

    Industry Veteran Jen MacLean Talks Gen Z Audiences and Evolving Expectations

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Chris Charla chats with industry veteran Jen MacLean. Together they discuss her journey in the games industry; what she's learned at each studio she's been a part of; the importance of the first hour in games; and what she thinks developers have to focus on to capture the attention of Gen Z and Gen Alpha. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    1h 9m
  6. The Narrative Design of Slay the Princess with Black Tabby Games

    NOV 25

    The Narrative Design of Slay the Princess with Black Tabby Games

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Alexa Ray Corriea chats with Abby Howard and Tony Howard-Arias from Black Tabby Games, developers of Slay the Princess. Together they discuss their backgrounds in graphic novels before moving into games; how they approached writing for a game with many possible narrative choices; the technical hurdles they had to overcome; and the different ways that Slay the Princess handles the idea of intimacy.  If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    1h 6m
  7. Talking Galactic Wars and Live Service in Helldivers 2 with Maria Cornelius

    NOV 21

    Talking Galactic Wars and Live Service in Helldivers 2 with Maria Cornelius

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Trent Kusters chats with Maria Cornelius, the Chief Product Officer for HELLDIVERS™ 2 developer Arrowhead Game Studios. Together they discuss her life outside of games at Spotify and how she found herself at Paradox Interactive and then to Arrowhead; the profound impact mentoring programs have had on her career; the development of HELLDIVERS™ 2; the lessons they've learned from running one of the biggest live service titles of the year; and how they're working with the community to continue fighting the galactic war into the future. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    1h 6m
  8. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Actor, Briana White

    NOV 18

    Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Actor, Briana White

    This episode is supported by Xsolla Alexa Ray Corriea chats with Final Fantasy VII actor Briana White. Together they discuss the casting process and how she originally auditioned for both Tifa and Aerith; respecting the original Japanese performance by Maaya Sakamoto; how localization transforms the creative process; how she dealt with insecurity and imposter syndrome ahead of her performance; and what her next dream role would be. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

    1h 12m
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A series of in-depth conversations between video game makers on the business and craft of interactive entertainment, exploring the core tenants of D.I.C.E. (Design. Innovate. Communicate. Entertain.)

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  • Creator
    Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    265
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024 Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences
  • Show Website
    The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook
  • Provider
    Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences

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