The Chicago Gametreprenuer Show

Kee-Won Hong & Robert Lockhart
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The Chicago Gametreprenuer Show

A podcast that supports Chicago game makers by going behind the scenes with local studios to promote new projects and provide advice for new entrepreneurs. Kee-Won Hong and Rob Lockhart chat with guests from local studios to learn about their new projects and share insights and inspiration for fellow developers, players and fans. Sponsored by the Unruled Notebook, a clean & simple eco friendly notebook designed for visual thinkers. Use the code 'CGS10' for a discount when you order from https://beunruled.com

  1. 12/15/2017

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 28

    What goes into a great YouTube outro? How is game QA like battle nursing? How many cups of coffee do veteran game devs drink a day? Why is @BobbyLox making fart sounds? Find out on this episode – Chris Weiss joins Rob and Kee-Won to discuss Chris’ industry career and many game projects. We walk […]

    59 min

  2. 11/22/2017

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 27

    Ian Beckman of BigSirGames joins Rob and Kee-Won to talk about their Kickstarter for upcoming indie title ‘Cosmo’s Quickstop’. We learn about the ins and outs of running an interstellar service station, from helping customers to cleaning the glorp room in this hilarious ‘anxiety simulator’. Ian shares the prototype process that led them to their […]

    45 min

  3. 11/06/2017

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 26

    On this episode, Rob and Kee-Won host Ross & Kelly of D20 Studios (@D20Studio) to talk about the Kickstarter for their upcoming indie title ‘Summoners Fate’. We dive into the inspiration and unique mechanics of the game, ‘The 15 minute tabletop experience’. Ross shares some secrets behind their Kickstarter, lessons learned from previous games and new […]

    52 min

  4. 10/31/2017

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 25

    On this episode, Rob and Kee-Won host Dave Welch (@BootHillHeroes) to talk about his upcoming indie title ‘Boot Hill Bounties’. We get into the details of what makes this Wild West themed JRPG really stand out, including real time party combat, 4 player local co-op, and unique game mechanics (like the procedurally generated newspaper that also […]

    41 min

  5. 10/11/2017

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 23

    A long lost episode from the archives – we sit down for a great conversation with @benedictfritz about @TumbleSeedGame – How the game was inspired by a certain ancient arcade game, making a game vs. making a game engine, if software used by millions of people can ever be good, Benedicts secret pizza preferences, and […]

    54 min

  6. 09/21/2017

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 24

    On this episode, Rob and Kee-Won host Kevin Fair (@Kfair_IPG). We talk about his gaming entertainment and rental company IPlayGames, understanding game culture, getting his start as a games organizer, crazy stories about running events (including throwing an event with the Seattle Seahawks),advice for how Indie developers can connect with their audiences, and how Kevin became […]

  7. 04/13/2017

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 22

    On this episode, Rob and Kee-Won host Matt Sears (@msears), co-founder of Hyacinth Games to talk about their new Kickstarter that brings pewter and resin miniature vehicles to the post apocalyptic universe of Wreck Age (@WreckAgeRPG). The crew gets deep into the details about running a Kickstarter, including campaign planning, stretch goals, delivery and timing.

  8. 08/10/2016

    Chicago Gametrepreneur Show, Episode 16

    On this episode, Rob and Kee-Won host voice artist Mikhaela Padilla for a discussion regarding all this  game creation and the wonders of voice work. The episode is a fun one, but it gets load. Enjoy! You can find Mikhaela Padilla on Twitter @mikylessthan3.

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A podcast that supports Chicago game makers by going behind the scenes with local studios to promote new projects and provide advice for new entrepreneurs. Kee-Won Hong and Rob Lockhart chat with guests from local studios to learn about their new projects and share insights and inspiration for fellow developers, players and fans. Sponsored by the Unruled Notebook, a clean & simple eco friendly notebook designed for visual thinkers. Use the code 'CGS10' for a discount when you order from https://beunruled.com

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