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Game Dev Local Podcast

Game Dev Localwww.gamedevlocal.com
Game Dev Local Podcast (Previously Game Dev London) is all about bringing game design and game development to the game developers and fanatics across the games industry. Our hosts and guests bring their expertise and knowledge to each episode as we aim to help everyone, from those just starting out, to those looking to hone their skills! Each episode focuses on a specific area of #gamedev, from design, to news, to what's hot in the UK game scene right now! For more information visit "GameDevLocal.Com" and be sure to join our community by visiting "GameDev.London/join"
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Episodes

Game Dev Events - #136 - Game Dev London Podcast

Nichola, Marek and Mafalda dive into the topic of game dev events, listing international game dev events, how to network within them why attending these events can be both fun and beneficial. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Dec 05, 20221 hr 35 min

Hypercasual Space in Mobile Games - #135 - Game Dev London Podcast

Nichola and Jack explore the hypercasual space within mobile games and the process in which these games are designed, made and advertised. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon

Nov 28, 202247 min

Resilience in Game Development - #134 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Oscar continues his podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about game dev but never dared to ask by talking to GDL Co-founder Adam about the ups and downs of game development, their studio management experience and what it means to be a resilient game dev. Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Nov 21, 202259 min

What is the Metaverse and why should we care? - #133 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, fellow Game Dev London host, Chris Payne, joins Oscar in his quest to understand the Metaverse and find out if something potentially useful is going on with the ambitions of Meta and other hype-generators. Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon

Nov 14, 20221 hr

The Power of UI - #132 - Game Dev London Podcast

Nichola Humphreys interviews Steffie Garcia about the power of UI in video games, covering topics such as technology platform differences, diegetic vs non-diegetic, accessibility and getting into UI as a beginner. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Nov 07, 20221 hr

Talking to Squingle Studios and Labrador Games: GDL @ EGX SPECIAL - #131 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, we talk to developers from Squingle Studios and Labrador Games on the EGX 2022 studio floor about the games they're showcasing, their route into the industry and their journey to showcasing at one of the UK's leading games industry events. Check out Squingle - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1439040/Squingle/ Check out Live by the Sword: Tactics - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1363210/Live_by_the_Sword_Tactics/ Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet u...

Oct 31, 202229 min

Talking To Kid Onion Games and innoloop: GDL @ EGX SPECIAL - #130 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, we talk to developers from Kid Onion Games and innoloop on the EGX 2022 studio floor about the games they're showcasing, their route into the industry and their journey to showcasing at one of the UK's leading games industry events. Check out River Tails: Stronger Together - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1851610/River_Tails_Stronger_Together/ Check out Rhythm Towers -https://store.steampowered.com/app/1561030/Rhythm_Towers/ Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - ...

Oct 24, 202235 min

Make Connections, Build Games: GDL @ EGX SPECIAL - #129 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, we return to EGX 2022 with a panel discussing networking and building connections in the games industry. Hosting this panel is Stuart De Ville (GDL Co-Founder), with guests Jade Leamcharaskul ('OG' GDL Founder), Nichola Humphreys (Podcast Host) and Gianluca Montaque (Marketing Manager). Visit our website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow us on Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedev...

Oct 17, 202232 min

Why Is Representation Important For Video Games? GDL @ EGX Special - #128 - Game Dev London Podcast

Game Dev London gave several talks at EGX 2022. In this special episode, our panel discusses why representation is so important in video games. Hosting this panel is Bex Trista AKA TristaBytes, with guests Marta Camilo (SEGA), Dean Shanghanoo (Mediatonic) and Quang Nguyen (Asobitech). Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Oct 10, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 4Ep. 128

How Do We Design Games? GDL @ EGX SPECIAL - #127 - Game Dev London Podcast

Game Dev London gave several talks at the EGX games expo 2022. In this special episode, our panel discusses how we design computer games. With GDL founder Jade Leamcharaskul hosting and guests, Quang Nguyen, Nichola Humphreys, Anna Latchman and Ben Sherratt. Ready to learn game design? Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Oct 03, 202250 minSeason 4Ep. 127

Writing For Games: GDL @ EGX SPECIAL - #126 - Game Dev London Podcast

This weekend, Game Dev London went to EGX games expo and gave at least one talk or panel discussion each day! In this panel discussion hosted by GDL host, Amy Elliott, we discuss writing or narrative in games, with guest panellists Stuart De Ville, Becky Saunders, Alice Bowman and Harun Ali, enjoy! Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Sep 26, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 4Ep. 126

Game Communities and Design - #125 - Game Dev London Podcast

Toxicity is a huge problem in games but game developers have a lot of tools in their arsenal to foster positivity through fundamental game mechanics. In this episode, Anna and Oscar discuss how exactly game mechanics can create one or another behaviour, the responsibility both developers and players have in reinforcing community rules and the fact that competitive doesn't equal toxic. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev....

Sep 19, 202250 minEp. 125

Thinking About Games Investment - #124 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Oscar continues his podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about #gamedev but never dared to ask by talking to Joakim Achrén from Elite Game Developers about his origins and the challenges surrounding games investment. Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon

Sep 14, 202248 min

Body Art in Video Games - #123 - Game Dev London Podcast

Nichola & Amy discuss body art within video games - do digital tattoos influence real-life tattoos, does there have to be meaning behind characters with tattoos/body art and could there be a way to better showcase tattoos in video games? Visit Our Website - www.gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Sep 06, 202245 minSeason 4Ep. 123

Exploring large-scale commercial live roleplay - #122 - Game Dev London Podcast

We talk to Matt Pennington of Profound Decisions, one of the world's largest LRP event organisers - delving into the design and logistics of running weekend events for over 2500 players. Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions, and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon

Aug 29, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 4Ep. 122

Girls and Gaming - #121 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Oscar continues his podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about #gamedev but never dared to ask by talking to Nina Roussakoff from Lovewish Games about female representation in video games and why it's important. You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2GFollow Us On Twitc...

Aug 22, 202252 min

Playing vs Watching Video Games - #120 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, hosts Nichola and Adam discuss the rise of video game viewing, across YouTube, Twitch, and public Esports events! Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Aug 16, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 120

What Game Production Is Like At FuturLab - #119 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode Game Dev London host, Amy talks to Eden about Production in the game industry, and how she has found it! As well as some tips which she has to give to anyone who aspires to carve a route into production! The Game Producers Toolbox by Heather Maxwell Chandler: books.google.co.uk/books/about/The_Game_Production_Toolbox.html Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - twitch.tv/game...

Aug 08, 202233 minSeason 4Ep. 119

Designing Physical And Digital Games - #118 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Game Dev London host Chris talks to our newest podcast host Niall, a longtime games designer, and they discuss creating games both physically (board games) and digitally. Visit Our Website - www.gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - www.gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Aug 01, 202233 minSeason 4Ep. 118

Are Master's Degrees Useful For Your Journey Into Games? - #117 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Amy talks with Christopher about whether he has found his master's degree helpful within the games industry. They discuss the pros and cons of taking a master's, and whether it's a good idea to go straight into a job after your undergraduate degree. Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Jul 25, 202232 min

What does the Unity x IronSource merger mean? - #116 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Chris and Oscar discuss ad-based game monetisation and Riccitello's controversial comments about it. Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon

Jul 19, 202256 minSeason 4Ep. 116

Can we make a game in 30 minutes? ft. Into Game Careers Festival - #115 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Adam and Anna try to make a games with Katie and Jayden from Into Games in 30 minutes! Will they succeed? Watch and find out! You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: https://anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Jul 11, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 115

What does a Narrative Designer actually do? - #114 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Game Dev London Host Anna and Pauline discuss Narrative Designer careers and the differences between Design paths in game development Visit Our Website - www.gamedev.london - for meet-ups, game jams, competitions, and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Jul 04, 202243 minSeason 4Ep. 114

What Can Experienced Game Developers Do To Support New Game Devs?- #113 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, new host Gianluca and GDL Co-Founder Stuart De Ville talk about mentoring, directing industry events, leveraging your network, organising game jams and networking events, portfolio consultations and support other initiatives in the game development industry. Visit Our Website - https://www.gamedev.london/ - for meet ups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/Mx7Sh2G Follow Us On Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/gamedevlondon...

Jun 27, 202248 min

Skating In Games - #112 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Nichola Humphreys speaks to Ravina Sahota and Amber-Leigh Blake, co-founders of Game Dev Roller Club, about the recreational activity of skating and how it intertwines with video games and people in the games industry. More episodes can be found by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meetups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - game...

Jun 20, 202240 min

Dont be afraid of diversity - #110 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Oscar continues his podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about #gamedev but never dared to ask by talking to Licia Prehn about treating players (and developers) as humans. More episodes can be found by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meetups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch ...

Jun 06, 202253 min

Child Safety & Stability in MMOs with Laura from ROBLOX - #109 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Amy spoke to Laura, who works as a Director of community safety & stability at Roblox. They discussed her role and the different issues with online safety for children and how they can be solved! More episodes can be found by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meetups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Fol...

May 30, 202246 minSeason 3Ep. 109

Fidelity Vs Performance - #108 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Nichola Humphreys and Chris Payne discuss modern game consoles providing players with a choice of playing at a high resolution or a high frame rate in next-generation video games. More episodes can be found by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meetups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch - t...

May 27, 20221 hr 4 min

Player Agency - #107 - Game Dev London Podcast

In this episode, Oscar returns to his PodQuest to learn "everything you wanted to know about #gamedev but never dared to ask" by talking to the Game Dev London host Anna Poliakova about Player Agency. More episodes can be found by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london You can find the full audio version of this episode by visiting: anchor.fm/game-dev-london Visit Our Website - gamedev.london - for meetups, game jams, competitions and more! Join Our Discord - gamedev.london/join Follow Us On Twitch...

May 18, 202248 min
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