Make constant progress in your game using THIS method

Make constant progress in your game using THIS method

Author: sasquatchbstudios October 4, 2024 Duration: 21:07
Join our Discord Community: https://discord.com/invite/aHjTSBz3jH Check us out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sasquatchbgames Game development can incredibly hard due to the need to master various technical and creative skills, alongside the demands of marketing and handling feedback. Balancing these tasks with personal responsibilities can lead to stress, burnout, and self-doubt. In this episode, we talk about how to succeed by prioritizing self-care and recognizing signs of burnout, tackling the most stressful tasks first to maintain productivity, and strike a balance between discipline and flexibility.

Dive into the raw, unfiltered journey of building a game studio from the ground up with The Indie Game Development Podcast. Hosted by the duo behind Sasquatch B Studios, this podcast chronicles a high-stakes personal adventure-they quit their jobs and sold their house to fund their creative dream. Each episode moves between the granular details of development and the broader emotional landscape, tackling everything from coding challenges and art direction to the psychological toll and unexpected victories of indie life. The conversation is grounded in their own daily experiences but regularly expands to include insightful interviews with well-known developers and dev-loggers, where they dissect industry trends and pose the tough questions every creator faces. This isn't just a technical manual; it's a companion for anyone navigating the chaotic, rewarding world of making games independently. You'll hear authentic stories of struggle and breakthrough, practical discussions on tools and tech, and the collective wisdom of a community built on passion. For developers, aspiring creators, or simply the curious, this podcast offers a genuine look behind the curtain at what it truly takes to build something from nothing.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 83

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5 Strategies: What to do When you have No Idea Where to Start [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:58
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Overcoming the Temptation to Quit Your Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:03
In this episode of the indie game development podcast, we share personal experiences and insights on staying disciplined and committed to game development projects when the temptation to quit creeps in. Addressing the co…
Let’s Talk Game Dev: With CodeMonkey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:55
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Duration: 13:04
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5 Indie Game Dev Mistakes You Must Avoid [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:35
In this episode of the Indie Game Development Podcast, we uncover five critical mistakes that indie game developers must avoid. We delve into the challenges faced by indie game developers and share valuable lessons we've…
Harsh Truths and Honesty - Indie Game Dev [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:59
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How to Stay Motivated Even When You Hate Your Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:08
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Duration: 58:44
Join us for a captivating episode of the Indie Game Development Podcast as we sit down with Benbonk, the acclaimed game developer and devlogger behind the highly anticipated title, SlimeKeep. Discover the fascinating sto…