The Gaming Blender Matt Culmer

In this episode of The Gaming Blender, Matt and Scott discuss the concept of an open-world physics-based crafting game. They imagine a game where players take on the role of an architect or mason in different historical eras, tasked with building grand structures using basic materials and techniques. The game would require players to navigate the laws of physics and overcome challenges specific to each structure. They also discuss the idea of gamifying the learning process by incorporating RPG elements and allowing players to learn different building techniques. The replayability of the game is discussed, with the suggestion of adding free DLC to introduce new buildings and challenges. Builders of Divinity is an open-world game where players take on the role of gods of construction. The game is set in a world where the human race lives for a certain period of time with its gods, and when civilization reaches its end, the world resets and new gods are born. Players play as Barry/Susan, a newly appointed god of construction, who must learn on the job by building things for the human race. However, they soon discover that the ancient gods are trying to break the cycle and come back to power. The game combines physics-based building mechanics, crafting, and an underdog story.

00:00
Introduction and Funny Sidebar
00:57
Memorable Moments on Stage
03:03
Discussion of Genre and Mechanics
04:22
Scott Leads the Creative Process
05:57
Genre: Open-World Physics-Based Crafting Game
08:59
Mechanics: Physics-Based and Crafting
10:25
Building Grand Structures in Historical Eras
13:01
Gamifying Learning and RPG Elements
14:28
The Protagonist as a God of Construction
15:24
Replayability and Free DLC
16:01
Introduction to the Concept of Building and Construction
19:02
Exploring the Narrative and Character Development
21:11
The Underdog Story and the Plot Twist
22:07
The Race Against Time and the Battle Against the Ancient Gods
25:13
Balancing Open-World Exploration and Plot Progression
26:33
The Importance of Gathering Materials and Unlocking Abilities
27:21
The Challenges of Mining and Sculpting Marble
28:29
Minimal Hand-Holding and the Tutorial Experience
30:01
Choosing a Captivating Title: Builders of Divinity


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Welcome back to The Gaming Blender. For week's game we unveil the hypothetical hilarity of Contractors Are Us, a battle royale game set in the ruthless city of Third-Party-Topia, where businesses claw for survival. Imagine running a company that's jack-of-all-trades, master of none, taking on absurd contracts to dodge the looming threat of bankruptcy. From dog walking to house flipping, we explore this corporate Battle Royale's twists and turns, presenting a satirical yet competitive live service game concept that will keep you on your toes. Get ready to don your CEO hat and join us for a chuckle at the expense of corporate chaos!
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Hey, game aficionados, fear not—we have returned, and the Game Blender is whirring away once more. So how about a side of steampunk chariot racing game, where your decisions and disasters echo through a dystopian world? Gear up for a wild ride as we concoct game worlds where innovation is king and the tracks you blaze can change everything. 

Rally steam, friends—until next time!
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Strap on your overalls, folks, because we're pitching a strategic farming game that's not just about planting seeds, but also planting the seeds of an empire. Picture fortifying your homestead, reviving an ancient colony, and juggling the challenges of diplomacy and defence. We dream up a steampunk Western Frontier, where every farm has its own train station for trade and tactical manoeuvres, and coin the term "Farm Total War" for our hypothetical hit. It's all aboard the hype train in this episode, so don't miss the departure!
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Fasten your seatbelts for a high-octane brainstorming session, where we ditch the typical MMO fare for a wild ride featuring vehicle-based gameplay and an assassin targeting mechanics. Scott and I conjure up a universe where strategic target selection meets the thrill of the chase. 

We chart a course through the tempestuous seas of World War II naval warfare, conceptualising an MMO where every periscope peek and torpedo launch intensifies the already palpable tension. Picture a world teeming with rivalries, narrative-rich vendettas, and strategic oceanic battles. It's a place where friendships are forged in the fires of war, and every decision has the weight of history behind it. All aboard for a strategic voyage replete with submarines, ships, and the relentless pursuit of victory.
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It's official, we've lost our minds. Picture an open-world sandbox where you search for love while dodging the ever-looming threat of permadeath. We craft a narrative of forbidden love and survival, where every shadowy alley could lead to eternity or end it. So, plug in your headphones, and let us escort you through the darkened streets of our imagination in a gaming discussion where the stakes are always high.

Genuinely it's insane!
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