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Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast146: John Watkins National Forest00:58 Isaac pitches his real time golf MMO05:28 Claire pitches drive the drive!08:19 Claire and Isaac gaming update37:09 Rapid fire round!
2025-11-0448 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast145: Pollution SolutionWelcome to Make That Game, the podcast for indie game developers, design enthusiasts, and creative minds in gaming! This episode's theme is "Sun"! Claire's pitches an idea for a planetary city builder, and Isaac pitches a hide and seek game powered by the sun!This week we bring back the "Claire 2 Guess" gaming slang guessing game. See how Claire does!Each episode of Make That Game includes:- Original game design pitches from our hosts- Breakdowns of popular and indie games we've played or discussion of game design topics...
2025-10-2851 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast144: Creepy Escape Episode 1: The Spooky CabinWelcome to Make That Game, the podcast for indie game developers, design enthusiasts, and creative minds in gaming!This episode's theme is "Rock"! Claire's idea is about throwing rocks in the sky to draw pictures, and Isaac pitches a game about collecting rocks to improve the body of a rock monster and wreak havoc!This week we discuss the science of builds vs just going by vibes with character attribute/skill/item allocation AKA the meta game!Each episode of Make That Game includes:- Original game design pitches from our...
2025-10-2150 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast143: I'm Just a Guy Burying BodiesWelcome to Make That Game, the podcast for indie game developers, design enthusiasts, and creative minds in gaming! This episode's theme is "Renaissance Faire"! Isaac pitches a game about a portal overtaking a RenFaire and Claire's game idea has you dressing up princesses and... jousting!?This week we discuss a quote from Fumito Ueda (game designer of Shadow of the Colossus, Ico). Are game mechanics DEAD!???Each episode of Make That Game includes:- Original game design pitches from our hosts- Breakdowns of popular and indie games we've played or...
2025-10-1446 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast142: Four QuartersWelcome to Make That Game, the podcast for indie game developers, design enthusiasts, and creative minds in gaming! This episode's theme is "Crate"! Claire pitches a game about building a tower of milk crates, and Isaac asks gamers to get space forklift certified and hunt aliens!Claire honks and bonks Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Watch out for spoilers!Each episode of Make That Game includes:- Original game design pitches from our hosts- Breakdowns of popular and indie games we've played or discussion of game design topics- Rapid-fire game creation...
2025-10-0752 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast141: That's Not My Grandma!Welcome to Make That Game, the podcast for indie game developers, design enthusiasts, and creative minds in gaming! In this episode, themed around "Wire", Isaac pitches a thrilling tightrope-balancing platformer, while Claire imagines a quirky mobile game powered by potato energy.We also launch a brand-new segment: "Guess That Game Term!"—where Claire takes on a rapid quiz of common game development jargon. Will she know them or hilariously guess her way through?Each episode of Make That Game includes:Original game design pitches from our hostsBreakdowns of popular and indie games we've played or...
2025-09-2358 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast140: SantasfactoryRead the controversial Nintendo Patent here!https://archive.org/details/12403397/page/n40/mode/1upWelcome to Make That Game, the video game design podcast where wild ideas bloom! In this week’s episode, we explore the theme “Flower.” Isaac pitches an eco-samurai game where petals fight blight, and Claire reimagines the enchanted rose from Beauty and the Beast as a gameplay mechanic.In our discussion we dive into the controversial Nintendo gameplay patent making waves in the dev community.Each episode features original game pitches, design breakdowns of games we've played, and a...
2025-09-1646 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast139: Survival Time!This week's game idea pitch theme is: "Paint"! Claire imagines a game where you mix magical pigments while you paint for a patron and Isaac spends a lot of time describing drawing "under" rather than "over" with his Real Time Strategy game idea. Then Isaac RANTS about the new edition of The Horus Heresy, a tabletop wargame. Trust me, he brings it around to general game design... eventually. He really gets there!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get...
2025-09-0952 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast138: Learn 'em Up Kids: Behind the LensThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Telephone"! Claire imagines a game where you investigate the mysteries of a haunted telephone museum and Isaac rips off War of the Worlds (2025). The movie! With Ice Cube! Then Claire talks about the most recent game she finished, Nancy Drew, Midnight in Salem! How does it stack up to the Curse of Blackmoor Manor?This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's...
2025-08-2655 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast137: Jellicles: The Heaviside LayerThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Ball"! Claire gives us an idea for a rogue-lite long-term multi-masquerade mystery mission! Isaac pitches what might be the best idea he'll ever have: Footfootballball! What is that? You'll just have to listen to find out! Then Isaac and Claire discuss: EDUTAINMENT games! Did Oregon Trail have important lessons to teach? Can cartoon kids teach you chemistry? Find out!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make...
2025-08-1251 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast136: Learn 'em Up Kids Jr! Everyone's Got a JobThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Well"! Isaac rips off Helldivers (Helldivers 2, specifically) with a fantasy themed "co-op horde shooter" (I think that's what he called it) and Claire comes up with a city builder! Then Claire dives deep into Blue Prince!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or...
2025-08-0555 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast135: J'accuse! I'll Beat You in CourtThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Friends"! Perhaps unsurprisingly, both of our hosts pitch JRPGs for the theme! Then Claire talks about Nancy Drew: The Mystery of Blackmoor Manor. That's right folks, a rare Honk & Bonk!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. To close...
2025-07-2254 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast134: Yo Ho O'sThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Royal"! Claire pitches an idea for a gingerbread survival/market MMO game. Isaac's game is definitely not IP-theft and is about killing your way up the line of succession! Then we talk about SGDQ 2025! This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like...
2025-07-1551 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast133: Wicket Good LemonadeThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Bears"! Claire's game idea is about getting to the real truth of all cryptids! Wait, what's that got to do with bears? And Isaac pitches a game idea about stacking bears to make load-bearing structures! Hm. Then Isaac rants and rambles about Oblivion: Remastered, and some of the design aspects that he thinks are interesting!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want...
2025-06-2453 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast132: Pixie Whispers - FEAT. Matt Myre!Learn more about Matt's game and sign up for his newsletter at https://matthewmyre.com/ This week's game idea pitch theme is: "Ice cream"! Claire gives us a game idea about seeking out ingredients to make post-apocalyptic ice cream, and Isaac gives us an idea that's "like Splatoon, with ice cream". This week we chat with game developer Matt Myre and talk about his game in progress, "The Electorate"!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. W...
2025-06-171h 11Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast131: That's Just How I Do ItThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Doors"! Isaac's pitch is a door collect-em-up puzzle solving extravaganza and Claire's game idea is definitely not a scam and is also an online voting game! Then Isaac has Opinions About Doors. Our discussion this week is just talking about Baldur's Gate 3, which we are still playing, and are almost to or maybe in Act 3??? Find out more!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em...
2025-06-0359 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast130: ???? of a Salesman?This week's game idea pitch theme is: "Lizard Wizard"! If that seems extremely limited in scope to you, that's why Isaac isn't allowed to pick themes any more! Claire pitches an idea about Ratatouille-ing a knight with magic and Isaac pitches a "collect em' all" about magical spells! Then we discuss narrative in open world games!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then...
2025-05-2737 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast129: Booze Cruise and CluesThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Wedding"! Isaac pitches a game about Elvis and queues? and Claire offers a game about escaping a wedding! Our discussion topic this week is about games that force you to use certain mechanics and maybe don't do the best at making that part interesting or fun?This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down...
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Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast128: Make that Game LIVE! Bird Lawyer: Get that BagWe've got a super special episode for you this week! Claire and Isaac got MARRIED! And they PODCASTED at it! WHOAAAA!We break format a little to keep it short, snappy and engaging, and just do 5 rapid fire rounds in a row. The words were provided by the wedding guests, so they got a little bit weird!Sorry for the audio quality - recording a live podcast during a wedding using mostly venue equipment is a bit of a task, and it's our first time. We've tried to improve it where we can but there's...
2025-05-1323 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast127: New Game +: Consuming LoveWhat's old is new again with our first "New Game+" episode! It's technically a re-run, sure, but! You probably haven't listened to it! We have stats that say so!This episode kicks off with Honks and Bonks of Just Dance and Elden Ring! Guess who does which game, I bet you can't! Then Claire pitches "Micro Land" a game about being tiny. Soooooo teeny weeny tiny! Then Isaac pitches a town building puzzle game, which at this point in time was not a cliche for him to do.This is Make That Game...
2025-04-291h 00Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast126: Paradicicle: Paradise LostThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Business"! Isaac's idea is a game about micromanagement and Claire gives the world an idea about a better bees-ness bureau! Our discussion topic this week is fueled by Baldur's Gate 3 and the design thinking behind blocking game content behind certain requirements, ie should you put a scroll of Feather Fall right next to the tall cliff you buried treasure under!?This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you...
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Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast125: Pride and Personal SpaceThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Dinosaur"! Claire pitches an idea for a flight simulator, and Isaac's pitch is about digging up robots! Then we continue talking about Isaac's RPG design, specifically the teased topic of AVOIDABLE BATTLES!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much...
2025-04-1547 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast124: Learn 'em Up Kids: Math-a-MagicThis week's game idea pitch theme is: "Cave"! Isaac goes first with his idea of an RTS set in giant ant caves. It's very important that you understand this isn't just an RTS where you play *as* ants. No, you just live in their caves. And then Claire pitches a fixed-camera horror game where you explore a mysterious cave! Then Isaac talks about the game he HAS been making which is an RNG-less turn-based RPG!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever...
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Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast123: Amazing Baby RacersThis week's game idea pitch theme is Heat! Claire's idea is about committing crimes and dealing with that heat, and Isaac gives us an idea for a multi-player shooter with heat-based vision! Then Isaac rants about World of Warcraft and the various ways it has caught gamers in its grip for so many years!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break...
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Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast122: Tomb TownThis week's game idea pitch theme is Spider! Claire's idea is about learning to cook (it fits the theme, she promises) and Isaac pitches an idea about doing a hardcore webspinner simulation! Then we talk about Baldur's Gate 3's action wheel (on consoles) and how Isaac hates it and pleads for an action bar!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break...
2025-03-1846 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast121: My Model's Mottled: A Sabotage GameThis week's game idea pitch theme is Water! Claire's idea is about building water towers for towns and Isaac pitches an idea about managing jugs of water... to use as ammo!? Then we talk about main-line vs. spin-off games and what the heck that even means!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements...
2025-03-0458 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast120: Doom Songs of the Siren WenchThis Valentine's week's theme is Heart! Isaac possibly unintentionally plagiarizes a game he played years ago (Princess Remedy in a World of Hurt, go play it!) and Claire does quite possibly the first Pac-man-like we've ever heard of?? For discussion, we talk about Split Screen Co-op, specifically because of Baldur's Gate 3!This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've...
2025-02-1854 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast119: Baby Up 'EmThis week's theme is Mars! Claire pitches a space race RTS and Isaac pitches a wave survival FPS. Then we discuss active vs passive gaming and the apparent trend of the industry from one end to the other.This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. To...
2025-02-1156 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast118: True Miner: Heart of a GemstoneThis week's theme is "snow"! Claire pitches a souls-like about a snowman and Isaac goes deep with snow simulation! Then Claire honks and bonks Life Is Strange: Double Exposure!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast...
2025-02-0454 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast117: Planet People, Rescue Them AllWelcome back to a new year of Make That Game! Our first theme of the year is "new", which Isaac... both came up with and completely forgot about? Ugh! Anyways, his game idea is like Oregon Trail but also he's watched some movies recently. Claire's idea makes use of some of the new features of the PS5! And we discuss our previous year's gaming resolutions, and make new ones!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch...
2025-01-2852 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast116: Monster Baby Garden PartyThis week's ~USER SUBMITTED~ game theme is Armor! Isaac's game is about roaming a post-apocalyptic equipping a rusting tank with state of the art... cardboard armor!? And Clair pitches an idea about shedding your hard protective exterior and exposing your vulnerable self for the sake of love! Then we talk a whole lot about The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's...
2024-12-171h 02Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast115: Fear WindowThis week's game idea theme is cookies and in that spirit Isaac brings us the aptly named Cookie Shooter! It's a first person shooter... with a cookie theme. Yup. Claire's game is a Battletech-inspired Gingerbread man game! Then we discuss savescumming and building it into games.
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements...
2024-12-0342 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast113: Captain Jones Bones’ Holiday Fishing Special’sThis week the theme is: princess! Claire's idea has you managing princess parties and Isaac gives us the gift of cursing princesses with eternal slumber! For our discussion, Claire gives us her Honks and Bonks (it's like a review, if you haven't heard one of these before!) of Golden Glitch's time-looping adventure game, Elsinore!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break...
2024-11-1954 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast112: Toil in the SoilWe start off by reading a listener's screwy game idea, and then we've decided we're going to try out doing game idea themes! This week the theme is: leaves! Claire's game is about scattering leaves on lawns and Isaac's is a competitive Leaf 'Em Up! Then Isaac talks entirely too long about Dwarf Fortress, and we learn what a skink is.
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's...
2024-11-051h 01Make That Game! A Game Design Podcast107 - The Hatcoys and the McFieldsClaire pitches a game about drawing weapons! You know, with a pencil? What did YOU think I meant by "drawing weapons"? Isaac's game is about reversing the fishing game. Then we discuss Claire replaying Life Is Strange in. What has she learned as a gamer since her first time playing!?
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played...
2024-10-0145 minMake That Game! A Game Design Podcast105: Supernatural, LLCClaire pitches a game idea about escaping a house, and Isaac brews up an idea about… brewing! And learns that a distillery and a brewery are different things! For the discussion, Isaac removes a system from The Witcher 3, and Claire removes a mechanic from Kirby games!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we li...
2024-09-1044 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 98 - Beam Me Up, Doctor!Isaac pitches a game named Long Tooom which he has apparently been holding on to for a while. Was it worth the wait?? Claire's idea is about a doctor who cures ailments with their fists! Then Claire and Isaac talk a little bit too much about tabletop wargaming when they discuss game updates and the burden of an update on onboarding new players.
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing...
2024-07-1644 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 96 - Inn-CentiveClaire's pitch this week is for a game where you collect pride flags, and Isaac pitches a fantasy game about using the stars for power! Claire talks about game design elements of Kirby and the Forgotten Land that help or hinder her speedrun attempts. Don't forget we're going LIVE for a pre-GDQ stream on July 30 2024 1130am EST! Claire will be running Kirby Go Home and Sleep and we'll send everybody who shows off directly into Summer Games Done Quick at 1230!
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2024-06-2544 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 88 - Grand Marshall: My Special OccasionThis week Claire pitches a visual novel city builder roguelite where you play across generations with each choice impacting the future for generations! Isaac's idea is "edgy Kirby". That's it. That's the game. It's Kirby and edgy. Isaac asks Claire: "Well, what WOULD you read, in a game, if not instructions!?" and she answers!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break...
2024-04-0242 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 85 - Colorado Valley SunshineClaire pitches a game about spending large sums of cash as fast as possible! Isaac decides it's like a Legend of Zelda randomizer but with money instead of fighting!
Isaac pitches a game that, yet again, tries to bring tabletop wargames to the computer. This time, as a tower defense!Claire learns, through discussion, that dry land can exist below sea level. Folks!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you...
2024-03-0553 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 84 - Awooooo! A Wolf's Life
Isaac pitches a puzzle game about navigating traffic (is he worried about a commute or something?) and Claire wants to put players in charge of running a craft fair booth!
We talk about our recent livestream ROGUE-A-THON where we tried to help Claire understand what Roguelike/Roguelites were through FIRST HAND EXPERIENCE! Does she have a better idea now, or is she still lost in the dungeon!?
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We...
2024-02-2754 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 83 - Monastery Harry and His Many BooksIsaac pitches a game idea about a zombie monkey and Claire pitches a game where you can build "I Spy" games for your friends!
Claire talks about Escape Rooms and we discuss how escape room design can apply to video game designs/how they are similar!
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by...
2024-02-201h 10Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 80 - Johnny Apple-FreedHey hey hey, we're here to pitch game ideas and Isaac's pitch is: Glitch Hunters! A Spot-the-difference puzzle game.
And Claire pitches "9 Month Cruise", a game about managing *and surviving* a 9 month cruise! Hm, that sounds topical!?
And for our discussion, Isaac mopes about Twitter/X. How... how is that game design related? Guess you gotta listen to find out.
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you...
2024-01-2338 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 78 - Learn 'Em Up Kids: The House Always WinsWe're back to our normal scheduling! Claire pitches a game idea which borrows the gameplay of beloved SkiFree, and gives it a story and cute kitty characters!
Isaac says his pitch is 'tetris interior design' but a) what does that mean? And b) is that even true? Is there really interior design going on?
Our discussion is using the mechanics of a game to tell or enforce the story/narrative of a game! Isaac realizes how important taking notes is as his brain refuses to come up with any examples of what he...
2024-01-0943 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 77 - CybWARgWe're back from a Health and Holiday Hiatus! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, your gift from us to you is that Isaac let's Claire do most of the talking this episode!
There's a little changeup from the usual dynamic this week. Isaac pitches a game idea that was inspired by his bout of coughing fits but somehow transformed into a game about spear-fishing on a raft! What a journey for an idea!
The real meat and potatoes of this episode however is The Rant! Claire and Isaac watched...
2024-01-0252 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 76 - Joystick JoytimeToday's episode has a SECRET MYSTERY! Throughout the episode we drop 3 total hints. Listen carefully, and see if you can solve the mystery yourself!
Claire's idea this episode is a game idea about a guy with ideas! An idea guy game idea.
Isaac's game idea puts you in charge of a cute li'l space explorin' rover, like the Mars Curiosity Rover, but for alien planets!
For a discussion, Isaac rants and raves about Real Time Strategy games and their split into City Builders and MOBAs, and expresses some hope for...
2023-11-2142 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 75 - SeasonsvilleIsaac goes solo! That's right, freed from the shackles of Claire he gets to ramble, uninterrupted, for 5 whole game ideas (counting the rapid fire round!). Just absolute stream of consciousness stuff going on here, may as well be Finnegan's Wake. That's right, Isaac talking is equivalent to a James Joyce novel! Anyways, he pitches a TACTICAL BATTLE SIMULATOR (who would ever predict that??), and a game about shooting dragons with a ballista... and being corrupt about it!?
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that...
2023-11-1427 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 74 - Most MiserablesYou're finally awake. Not even last night's storm could wake you... or could it not??? Ignoring the confusing double (triple?) negatives there, Isaac's game idea takes inspo from that famous line from Elder Scrolls: Morrowind and has you play as a storm trying to wake up a fated hero!
Claire pitches a game idea about designing houses. Like, really hardcore simulation style, not Sims/Animal Crossing style. Her game idea digs into the real life "rules" of room design!
This week's discussion is about storyboarding/prototyping games. Mostly their stories, but Isaac brings...
2023-11-1443 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp 72 - These Shorts Will Go PlacesThis week Claire's embracing the season with a game idea named... Skeleton Hands!? So spooky!
Isaac thinks about VR for the first time in his life and pitches a game about untangling cords and cables. Claire isn't so sure if it's a game that actually makes sense for VR though...
You know those unhinged mobile game ads? That's what we chat about this episode.
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We...
2023-11-1441 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 70 - Pretty City 3DIsaac pitches a game idea where you can't stop moving, ever, for any reason, or else you die! It's sort of an anti-Superhot!
Claire pitches an adventure game where your hoop skirt defines your abilities/tools... and where you can fit!
Claire asks about arcade games. What ever happened to those? Do people still make new ones, like games specific for arcades? We talk about that a bit.
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going...
2023-11-1438 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 68 - Learn 'Em Up Kids: Big IceClaire's idea brings us on an adventure to discover pieces of a secret code to find big treasure!
Isaac's idea has us scavenging a post-apocalyptic wasteland for... laserdiscs? And VHSes! That's right, an alternate history post-apocalypse game where Blockbuster (don't sue us please) survives the apocalypse and you've gotta keep it going!
Claire asks about ending Open World Games. Do you just go for the final boss as fast as possible? Do you diddle about with side quests? Do you do something in between?
This is Make That Game, the...
2023-11-1444 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 67 - PawPaw Needs a New Pair of ShoesIsaac pitches us a mini-game idea about emulating the tactile feel of juggling with a video game controller! Also, it turns out Claire knows a lot about juggling. Who knew!Claire's idea this week is a tycoon/business management game about making cereals! Can you top Kellog's? Will your cereal knock Count Chocula off the shelves?
We also go off on a wild tangent about Reese's puffs, rap songs, messed up candy ads, and pronunciation!
Claire watched some TikToks about Baldur's Gate 3 and they raised questions about... save scumming! We...
2023-11-1451 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 66 - Bald BlitzClaire's game idea this week is My Wonderful YA Novel, a choose your own adventure game about being the most tropey YA character you can be!
Isaac pitches us a game he describes as "Reverse Fishing". Well, that could mean... a lot of things? You'll have to find out what specifically he means by listening!
Claire Honks and Bonks Unpacking, by Witch Beam. It's a game about unpacking boxes as your character moves into new homes!
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2023-11-1445 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 65 - Flood II: Noah's RevengeIsaac's idea this week is Lil Cart Person, a trading game! Trade a paperclip for a kingdom, or whatever! (there is a LOT of discourse about whether the cart is worth mentioning in the title...)Claire's idea is a point n' click adventure game where you gotta escape the library. Possibly an Arthur (the PBS show) tie in game???
Isaac ask's Claire, and the designer duo discusses... tactile controls! Or, I guess, controls in general. And Isaac complains about rocks and logs in Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom a lot.
2023-11-1442 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 63 - Cow Pie In The SkyIsaac's game idea this week puts you in control of as many decisions as you want to be! You decide the outcome of any - or EVERY - event, no matter how small or how large! A global war? Decide who wins. A mouse looking for snacks? See if he gets the cheese! It's ALL in your hands!
Claire's game idea is a text-based adventure game about skipping rocks. Can you solve her DEVIOUS and ~ESOTERIC~ puzzles... with your words!?!
We soooort of open the topic about Toys vs Games, informally. You know, totally casual...
2023-11-1432 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 62 - A-DOOR-ableClaire gets ultra-super cozy with Claire Anna's Bananas, an ice cream selling management game where you get to make unique flavors and just ~chill~. No tension, just ~chill~!!
Isaac then describes a game idea about digging holes and driving over and in the holes. For money!
The Honks and Bonks are back, baby! Claire gives her honks and bonks on the new game Sticky Business, a sticker sales management game! It's a very Make That Game game, and we love it.This is Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest...
2023-11-1437 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 60 - Worldwide FlyClaire pitches an idea that she may have possibly pitched before about being a convention tycoon... and Isaac pitches: tabletop wargame, the game for computers, but tabletop. Yea, it's a whole thing. This is also possibly deja vu because wasn't that what he said last week?? Come on.
For our deep dive question, we talk about boss design/aesthetic and game tone! Listen to Isaac's theory that Dark Souls being a game series about increasingly silly little guys, and their big versions.
This is Make That Game, the podcast where we...
2023-11-1442 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 57 - Words Against FriendsIsaac disperses an idea about trimming - NOT mowing - the lawn, and Claire loops through time while avoiding paradoxes to solve a mystery! For our question, Claire asks - does saving a game... hurt the game?
Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't...
2023-06-1337 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 56 - Learn Em Up Kids: I'm Bat at MathThis week, Claire has an idea for a horror game... with cats! And Isaac's idea is about scorpions? but it's half-baked... can Claire bring it to full bake!? We don't ask a question but we do talk about genres. And Folks... Let me tell ya. Genres be weird.
Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down...
2023-06-0634 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 55 - Earls of Sandwich: Defend Your KingdomDON'T FORGET! NEXT WEEKEND (May 28th-June 4th) is SGDQ! Learn more here https://gamesdonequick.com/
Isaac faces his fears and comes up with a game idea about falling from extreme heights... for fun!? He uses his VAUNTED game idea process (as described previously in Episode 35 - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makethatgame/episodes/Ep--35---Golden-Delicious--an-Apple-Picking-Game-e1qdoht)
Claire tells us her vibe for a video game about controlling the weather! Let's walk through some ideas to bring it to life!
Isaac finally reveals the fruit of his labors researching video game IP (intellectual property) protection.
2023-05-2348 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 54 - I Love You, ChefClaire descends from orbit with a multi-player space opera game, and Isaac bores us all with an irrelevant history lesson! Does he pitch a game? I don't know, I fell asleep while he was explaining shields!
It's not a game design deep dive per se, but we do hype about Tears of the Kingdom. WHICH IS OUT NOW!!! Listen to this episode, and then GO PLAY IT!!!
Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to...
2023-05-1638 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 53 - Horse Dispenser: Gallop Ahead!Claire asks gamers to step into the role of a "dark ride" designer... what is a dark ride? You'll have to listen to find out!
Isaac tries to innovate but all he comes up with is... Scissorhead. Well, it's a nice thought, Isaac.
Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by...
2023-04-1838 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 52 - Totally Tubular!Claire checks the vibe with a gamified date app - NOT a dating app. Can you become the master of date ideas?
Isaac spends a lot of time dancing around the fact and trying to avoid the fact that his monster taming game idea revolves around eugenics. Wow, how uncomfortable!
Claire, inspired by Jason Schreier's book Blood, Sweat, and Pixels, starts a discussion on the game industry. Why does it seem like people don't have a lot of fun in the game industry? Shouldn't it be... the most fun!?
Welcome back for another...
2023-04-1148 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 51 - Learn Em Up Kids: Bakery Design is My PassionIsaac's game idea this week is a bird-brained city builder. Can you gather enough seed to survive the winter, when most of your flock migrates south?
Claire is feeling a little bit of cabin fever as her idea revolves around being in one room while solving mysteries in another room that you can only watch from afar!
Claire starts a discussion on picking between multiple characters in a game. We discuss classes, "builds", unique characters and powers, and the design around such things!
Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game...
2023-04-0447 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 50 - The Itsy 0101sy SpiderIsaac pitches a Real Time Strategy game that takes OUT his favorite aspect - the city building - and focuses on LUDICROUS numbers of units and macro-level control of the battle!
Claire's game is... well you better just listen to this one - no spoilers from me! It's called "Boop".
For our game design deep dive for this episode we discuss Game Overs! If I can keep gaming, how is it "over"? Who came up with this phrase!?
Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the...
2023-03-2846 min
Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 49 - Beat the Heat!This week, Claire's pitch puts you on the other side of Diner Dash and has you playing a character who... has to order food? That's the game!
Then, Isaac goes into his New England weather-trauma and digs a game idea right out of the snow! It blows! Snow, that is. This game is for you people from warmer climate!
Our deep dive discussion this week is... what's the difference between a hard-lock and a soft-lock? What are they and why do they happen? We also talk about some notable ones!
We also tangentially...
2023-03-2147 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 48 - Global DisappointmentIsaac pitches a dungeon crawler drawing game. A dungeon drawer! Have fun defeating monsters with freeform shapes! Maybe you can kill a dragon with a puppy's pawprint!?
Claire reads not one, but TWO listener game ideas! You too can have your game idea read on air, if only you submit them! Why not comment a game idea below!?
And then, ever the trooper, Claire CONTINUES! There's a lot to discuss about Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. And we discuss it in the very convenient and not obtusely named HONKS AND BONKS segment! That's...
2023-03-1450 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 47 - The SadsWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
This week Isaac jumps right into it! He doesn't even wait to get asked if he's got...
2023-03-0744 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 46 - City Building is Easy!Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Claire attempts to explain how the fridge light turns on right when you open the door every...
2023-02-2151 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 45 - The BoomiesWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
This week, Isaac gets a lesson in French. This is... somehow game design related...
2023-02-1445 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 44 - Mercantilism: 1793Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Wait, can we call this a weekly episode? Didn't we just skip a few? Well! The hiatus...
2023-02-0731 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 42 - Pumpkin Pie Production LineWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design-focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
We're getting ready for AGDQ, which by the time you see this episode will already be happening! As...
2023-01-1042 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 41 - Oh My Gee!Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design-focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Claire starts us off with a shot-for-shot video game remake of a book (which is very good and...
2023-01-0351 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 40 - Pokemon Go To BedWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Isaac's back, booo! That guy should stick to tabletop wargaming and leave the game design to the...
2022-12-2041 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 38 - Hold On To Your Butt-lerWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Claire pitches us a game idea about fake pastries. Listeners, have you ever played a game and...
2022-11-2953 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 37 - A Podcast About SnailsWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Claire dives into the medieval manuscripts for a game idea about snails and museums. I don't think...
2022-11-2241 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 36 - Get Off My Lawn!Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design-focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Do you think about roads? Do you like to optimize the construction of roads and the movement of...
2022-11-1457 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 35 - Golden Delicious, an Apple Picking GameWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Does autumn get you feeling a certain way? Do pumpkin spice lattes and apple ciders make your...
2022-11-081h 00Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 34 - Hot Hobby TournamentWelcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design-focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
Isaac pitches a game idea that leans into the spooky season with a classic platformer where you start...
2022-11-0141 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 33 - Is There a Ghost in My House?Welcome back for another weekly episode of Make That Game, the podcast where we talk about the latest and greatest new video games... that aren't ever going to get made. We pitch 'em, you make 'em (if you want, nobody's forcing you I guess). Then we break down games we've played by game design elements we liked or didn't like so much. If you're looking for a video game design-focused podcast, we might have just the one for you!
What do you get when you cross Final Fantasy, Splatoon, and Peggle? Isaac's genius new game idea with...
2022-10-1857 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 31 - Dribble for the GramPicture this: you’ve finally solved a complex puzzle in your favorite game, it’s been hours, and now it’s time to execute the plan. Except you can’t. For hours. Just because your fingers aren’t fast enough!
Isaac and Claire tackle the question, how hard should a video game be? Claire honks and bonks Ori and the Will of the Wisps, and Isaac explores TamTam, which has some strong resemblances to another animal training and collecting game. In the rapid-fire round, we tackle the best way to give a history quiz and how plague doctors an...
2022-09-271h 10Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 30 - Boom Boom Pow, the Dino-mite StoryWelcome to episode 30! Today we are diving deep and talking about how video games hook you in to play, and what a good tutorial (and a bad tutorial) look like. Claire reviews Kirby Star Allies (is it too easy? How many abilities can you actually combine?) and Isaac tackles the demo for Going Down (promising? could be). Finally, Isaac pitches a game in pitch black and Claire pitches a game based on real-life, scary events.
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2022-09-201h 08Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 27 - Influencer: The Tug-of-War GameToday we discuss all our favorite games, Kirby, Kirby, and more Kirby. Isaac walks us through what makes a city building great and Claire stands up for small breweries everywhere.
Games (and things) we talk about:
Watch us on YouTube!
Minecraft Real-Time Strategy Game
Banished
Masahiro Sakurai’s (Kirby’s dad) YouTube Channel
Baba is You
Kirby's Dream Buffet
Restless Soul
2022-08-301h 08Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 26 - Protect the Chips! A Game for CatsWell folks, if you missed our long episode, this one's for you! Claire finds inspiration in the skies and rips a certain red and black video streaming app a new one, Isaac dives deep into his gaming archives of yore and puts little children in their place on Christmas eve. We want to know, do you think Bandersnatch is a visual novel or adventure game??
Games we talk about:
Tomb Raider
Valheim
Article about Netflix Games
Play Games on Netflix
Kirby's Dream Buffet
The Sims
2022-08-231h 03Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 25 - Bad Vibe BeachDo you know the best way to repair a stain? Do you want to get the first laugh instead of the last one? Then this episode of Make That Game is for you! Isaac and Claire might not have played many new video games lately, but they do have updates on their favorite indie games as well as some great pitches for games that are just waiting to be made. They also honk and bonk their first government-developed game!
Games we talk about:
Bear and Breakfast
No Man's Sky
Oxenfree
2022-08-1638 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 24 - Votin' BoatWe love a good learn 'em game on this podcast, and what better topic than the importance of civic engagement? Isaac and Claire discuss boring freighters, isolated islands, and most importantly, puppies, on this episode of Make That Game!
Games we talk about:
No Man's Sky
Pathfinder: Kingmaker
Oxenfree
Emily Blaster
Untitled Goose Game
2022-08-0945 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 23 - It's a Small RideStep right up and join Isaac and Claire for a fun adventure on this episode of Make That Game! We discuss that cat game that everyone (except Isaac) is talking about, think about the best ninja motion in Metal Gear Rising, and discuss how games can be a bit more accessible through special motion sickness testers.
Games We Talk About
Oxenfree
No Man’s Sky
Stray
Metal Gear Rising Revengeance
2022-08-0257 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 22 - Pastel! PanicWe're back at it with the show format that you know and love, we've got discussions about new games, old games, and games in between. Claire shares news about Nintendo's next summer video game drop, while Isaac shares his Klonoa frustrations, and they both have a roaring good time during the rapid-fire round!
As a note, there will not be an episode next Tuesday due to some travel but we should be back at it again on the following Tuesday!
Kirby’s Dream Buffet: https://youtu.be/qOGQv0hJNJ8
Klonoa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Klonoa
Ring Fit: https://ringfitadventure.nin...
2022-07-1954 min
Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 21 - SGD CutiesFolks, it was a big week for gamers! Specifically speedrunners. This week, Isaac and Claire recap the excitement and emotional rollercoaster that was Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ for short). What is a speedrun? Can a game exhibition make you cry? Is Isaac a secret speedrunner? These questions and more will be answered as well as a traditional rapid-fire round for old time's sake. Stay tuned!
Important Links:
Games Done Quick
Speedrun.com
Speedrun VOD - Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Speedrun VOD - Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion
2022-07-0555 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 20 - Time Fix 'em Up (SGDQ)It's the most wonderful time of the year! What time, you may ask? Summer games time! No, not the Olympics, it's Summer Games Done Quick! Isaac and Claire break down the games that they're most excited about and also somehow find some time to honk and bonk other games, Claire continues her journey to Kirby 100%, and some brand new baby games are born.
Games/Things we talk about:
Summer Games Done Quick (June 26 - July 3rd)
Steam Summer Sale
Catizens
Rouge Warlords
Dread Delusion
Kirby an...
2022-06-281h 04Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 19 - The Blob that Ate My ExWe're recording late at night but also super early! What will you get today? Well, Isaac tells us about some things he's excited for Steam Next Fest, Claire falls in love with Kirby, and they both create a game all about the emotional journey of getting over your ex while saving the world. Relatable, right?
Games we talk about:
Kirby and the Forgotten Lands
Lila's Sky Arc
Please Fix the Road
Chuck E Cheese: Summer of Fun
2022-06-2150 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 17 - "Post" ApocalypticRain or shine or sleet or hail, we will deliver ... all of the games! This episode, Isaac once again tries to tell Claire what a Rouge-Lite game is to no avail and laments some new updates to No Man's Sky. Claire is still playing Animal Crossing and against all odds has started playing a new game full of nostalgia! She says she didn't play video games in the '90s but how can we be sure?
Reference Materials for Claire's Game Pitch: Oregon Trail Hunting (not 5th edition) Oregon Trail 5 Walkthrough Monty Python Animation Example (rated PG13)
2022-06-0757 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 15 - Excess InventoryWell folks, it's time for another Make That Game AT NITE. If you've ever wondered what games they play at a bridal shower, Claire is here to tell you, and if you have been boiling on the east coast this past week, Isaac's got the game for you! We're also talking about collaborative games and how to turn our current inventory shortages into a fun game for anyone to play!
Games we talk about:
Disk Room
Knights and Bikes
Subnautica: Below Zero
Matchington Mansion
Final Fantasy
2022-05-2449 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 13 - Ski Ball: A game where you ski down a hill and make a slam dunkThis is the first episode where you can earn Isaac Points so listen up! Isaac and Claire almost pitch the same game, Isaac is still playing Elden Ring, and Claire finally actually finishes not one, but TWO whole games! Wow!
Games we talk about:
Elden Ring
Garden Story
Bugsnax
Elder Scrolls FREE
Chicory: A Colorful Tale
Coffee Talk
Lila's Sky Arc
Link's Awakening
VA-11 Hall-A
Mini Metro
2022-05-0353 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 12 - The King, Am I? A Racing GameDid you know that the words like and lite sound very similar? This week, Claire and Isaac talk about some very "old" (over 1 year!) games and do much better at the rapid-fire than last week, don't worry. Has Claire finished a game yet? Has Isaac stopped playing Elden Ring? You'll have to listen to find out!
Games we talk about:
Matchington Mansion (and this article)
Garden Story
Subnautica: Below Zero
Biomutant
2022-04-2654 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 11 - Mall Hat Hat MallA TENSE rapid-fire round, Isaac destroys Kingdom Hearts, and Claire finally finds the water level of her dreams in Subnautica this episode! (as a note, the game Claire was thinking of about Jewels was "Jewel Chase" not "Jewel Theif" as she so mistakenly mentioned. As always, you can email us at makethatgamepodcast@gmail.com or find us on social @makethatgamepod and you're suggestions/comments might be read on the show!
Games (and shows) that we talk about:
Free Guy
Is it Cake
Wordle
Subnautica: Below Zero
Kingdom...
2022-04-1954 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 10 - Dr. Rainbow's Mythical Wildlife SanctuaryIt's episode 10 baby! To celebrate, Isaac and Claire honk and bonk EACH OTHER (sort of), Claire name-drops games to prove she's a real gamer, and Isaac creates a game so specific in its mechanics that he forgets the plot!
Could not list every game Claire mentioned here, but these are the big ones:
The Binding of Isaac
Kingdom Hearts 3
Chrono Cross
Claire
Lone Survivor
Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion
2022-04-121h 04Make That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 8 - The Great Big Pumpkin ShowWell folks, this week's honks and bonks are ROUGH but we made it through with a little spookiness as we often do. Learn the true scent of Pine Sol and just how effective creepy hoards of rats can be, and laugh as Isaac and Claire continue to play the same games for the third week in a row.
Games we talk about:
Gris
A Plague Tale
Snake
Ridiculous Fishing
Chicory: A Colorful Tale
Elden Ring
Witcher 4
Spongebob Perfect Patty Panic
2022-03-2957 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEp. 6 - Fishin' WitchThis week, we talk about coloring outside the lines and discover the true meaning of nouns and adjectives. Listen as Isaac pitches a game that reflects real life, and Claire wishes she still could play Barbie Fashion show from the early 2000s.
Games we talk about:
Elden Ring
Chicory
Diplomacy is Not an Option
Barbie Fashion Show
Tetris
2022-03-1559 minMake That Game! A Game Design PodcastEpisode 0!Do you know how video games start by explaining the world while you click through text boxes? This is like that, but fun! Get to know Claire and Isaac and get excited about the pod to come.
2022-02-0108 min