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Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 095 3C's Game Design Framework
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the 3C's Game Design Framework Skip to Body of Episode: 6:15 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2025-05-16
34 min
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Ep. 094 Genre Study: ARPG
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the best genre ever, ARPGs Skip to Body of Episode: 6:23 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2025-04-17
47 min
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Ep. 093 Useful Math Concepts For Game Devs
In this episode Zackavelli talks about 4 simple math concepts that can help with game devs in various situations. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:40 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2025-03-04
35 min
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Ep. 092 Stealth Mechanics Overview
In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for designing stealth mechanics and takeaways that can be learned from that for overall design. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:15 Wishlist Baba Yaga: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3154620/Baba_Yaga/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2025-02-04
36 min
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Ep. 091 Managing Motivation For Game Dev
In this episode Zackavelli talks about managing motivation as a project resource, similar to money or time. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:23 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2025-01-07
46 min
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Ep. 090 Game Engine Overview Part 2 (2024 Update)
In this episode Zackavelli gives an update on what is the "Best" game engine in 2024. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:54 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-12-03
39 min
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Ep. 089 Genre Study: Idle Games
In this episode Zackavelli takes a look at the genre of idle games Math of idle games article: https://blog.kongregate.com/the-math-of-idle-games-part-i/ Skip to Body of Episode: 8:33 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-11-05
42 min
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Ep. 088 Negotiating Game Design With Teammates
In this episode Zackavelli talks about negotiating your design ideas with others. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:01 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-10-01
38 min
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Ep. 087 Quick Tips X: Reusing Environments, Buff Debuff Extended
In this episode Zackavelli talks about reusing game environments and plays buff debuff. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:29 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-08-31
46 min
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Ep. 086 Optimizing Content Workflow
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to build and optimize your content workflow. Skip to Body of Episode: 8:20 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-07-31
40 min
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Ep. 085 Genre Study: MMO
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to recognize and avoid design traps. Star Wars Galaxies Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cz9Ohl1MqmQ Skip to Body of Episode: 11:02 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-06-30
1h 09
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Ep. 084 Design Trap Identification
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to recognize and avoid design traps. Game Makers Toolkit Balatro Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk3S3o1qOHo&t=315s Skip to Body of Episode: 10:25 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-05-29
50 min
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Ep. 083 Little Things That Go A Long Way
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to identify little things that go a long way. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:12 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-04-27
37 min
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Ep. 082 Current Events: State Of The Games Industry
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the state of the games industry and why we may be going through a paradigm shift. Skip to Body of Episode: 13:13 Extremism in games article: https://thatparkplace.com/u-s-government-funded-organization-take-this-encourages-game-developers-to-denounce-gamers-who-are-being-harassed-by-sweet-baby-inc/ Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-03-21
1h 09
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Ep. 081 Escaping Tutorial Hell
In this episode Zackavelli talks about what tutorial hell is, how you likely got there, and how to get out. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:28 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/M…Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-02-21
40 min
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Ep. 080 Dialogue And Voice Tips
In this episode Zackavelli talks about practical tips for implementing dialogue and voice acting in your games. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:40 Try the demo for my game Mirror Throne: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2520490/Mirror_Throne_Auto_Battler/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2024-01-15
35 min
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Ep. 079 Core Skill Tuning
In this episode Zackavelli talks about an experimental design method called Core Skill Tuning Skip to Body of Episode: 8:47 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-11-15
37 min
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Ep. 078 Current Events: Unity Pricing Changes
In this episode Zackavelli plays Buff/Debuff and gives a wider view on the recent changes to Unity's pricing. Skip to Body of Episode: 22:00 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-10-16
53 min
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Ep. 077 Quick Tips IX: Horde Modes And Rarity Systems
In this episode Zackavelli talks about horde modes popular around ~2010 and why Diablo 2 has the best item progression and rarity of all time. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:40 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-09-05
39 min
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Ep. 076 Genre Study: Survival Games
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the survival game genre Skip to Body of Episode: 6:45 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-08-02
34 min
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Ep. 075 The Money Side Of Indie Game Dev
In this episode Zackavelli gives you a look behind the scenes at how much indie games really make. Market Research Website: https://gamalytic.com/steam-analytics Skip to Body of Episode: 7:05 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-06-26
42 min
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Ep. 074 Tips For Turning A Bad Game Around
In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for turning a bad game around. Sonner or later, your gonna need these tips... Skip to Body of Episode: 8:59 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-05-22
35 min
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Ep. 073 Finding The Heart And Soul Of A Game
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the nebulous topic of giving a game heart and soul, and identifies a few contributing factors. Skip to Body of Episode: 3:48 Portfollio: Zackavelli.com Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-04-10
21 min
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Ep 072. AI Tools For Gamedevs
In this episode Zackavelli talks about text and image genrating ai tools and how he is using them in his gamedev toolkit right now. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:33 Portfollio: Zackavelli.com Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-03-20
35 min
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Ep 071. Cheat Prevention For Indie Games
In this episode Zackavelli talks about basic fundamental cheat prevention strategies and about weather or not they are even worth it. Skip to Body of Episode: 4:10 Portfollio: Zackavelli.com Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-02-24
29 min
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Bonus Episode 23. Special Guest: Prescott "Lockes" Lawani
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest talks about his experience being a black Gamedev. Skip to Guest Segment: 15:00 Lockes The Thief: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1756650/Lockes_The_Thief/ Padlockes Tech on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PadlockesTech Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2023-02-09
30 min
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Ep. 070 Tips For Making Gamedev Your Career
In this episode Zackavelli talks about his journey getting a job in games and tips for getting your own job in games. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:24 Portfollio: Zackavelli.com Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2023-01-23
41 min
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Ep. 069 Market Research (Game Ideas That Sell)
In this episode Zackavelli talks about coming up with game ideas that can be financially successful by doing market research. Skip to Body of Episode: 12:56 How to market a game blog: https://howtomarketagame.com/blog/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-12-29
29 min
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Bonus Episode 22. Holiday GameDev Shopping List With Yanniboi
In this episode Zackavelli talks live with Yanniboi about building a gamedev holiday shopping list. Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ ♫Music By♫ ●Ikson - Christmas ●Song - https://youtu.be/MkDUYTjSEVg ●Follow Ikson - https://www.bassrebels.co.uk/Ikson
2022-12-20
45 min
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Ep. 068 5 Tips For Better VFX
In this episode Zackavelli gives 5 practical things that you can start doing to improve your visual effects. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:45 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-12-12
29 min
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Bonus Episode 21. Special Guest: Longy
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest talks about his experience in gamedev higher education Skip to Guest Segment: 19:11 Longy's Links: https://twitter.com/DevLongy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqpVhu6jtjvL7NTz561zlHg Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-11-22
32 min
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Ep. 067 Camera Tips For Video Games
In this episode Zackavelli talks about camera perspectives and the importance of smooth camera motion in video games. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:24 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-11-14
28 min
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Bonus Episode 20. Special Guest: Carlos Cotão
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has 10 tips for game development and production. Skip to Guest Segment: 16:57 Universe 51: Tannhäuser Wars on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Universe_51_ Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1761770/Universe_51_Tannhuser_Wars/ Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-10-22
35 min
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Ep. 066 Genre Study: JRPG
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the "Golden Age" of JRPGs and what we can learn from their design. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:25 Earthbound AVGN episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ5nX0FTH6Q&t=1191s Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Game Dev Challenge Clip by: Bastis Final Fantasy 6 Boss Theme by: Nobuo...
2022-10-15
34 min
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Ep. 065 Quick Tips VIII Game Definition, Mirroring, And Reusing Level Design
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the definition of a game, mirroring gameplay to narrative, and reusing level design. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:47 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-10-06
22 min
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Bonus Episode 19. Special Guest: Ryan Hunt (developRHUNT)
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on coding. Skip to Guest Segment: 22:13 developRHUNT social media links: https://allmylinks.com/developrhunt Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-09-27
33 min
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Ep. 064 Card Game Design
In this episode Zackavelli talks about card game design and why deckbuilder rougelites are maybe the best genre of game to make for indie devs at the moment. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:00 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-09-18
25 min
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Bonus Episode 18. Special Guest: Jaluna Rolik
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on creative writing tips for game dev. Skip to Guest Segment: 13:30 Jaluna Rolik Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuneberryChan (@JuneberryChan) Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-09-01
25 min
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Ep. 063 Lighting For Video Games
In this episode Zackavelli talks about both the artistic and technical sides of lighting in video games. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:45 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-08-30
35 min
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Ep. 062 Quest Design
In this episode Zackavelli talks about quest design and the spectrum of styles it comes in. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:17 Oblivion Whodunit Quest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tccCzvJ0qFY Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-08-18
27 min
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Ep. 061 Genre Study: Metroidvania
In this episode Zackavelli breaks down the Metroidvania genre. Skip to Body of Episode: 4:45 Mertroid Dread Video by Mark Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pop-cc9kmY Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-08-04
25 min
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Bonus Episode 17. Special Guest: Malheur Games
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on the struggles in gamedev Skip to Guest Segment: 9:10 Malheur Games Twitter: https://twitter.com/MalheurGames Once More on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1211050/Once_More/ Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-08-02
33 min
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Ep. 060 Current Events: Unity x Ironsource
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the recent events with Unity and Ironsource. Pocket Gamer Interview with John Riccitello: https://www.pocketgamer.biz/interview/79190/unity-ironsource-john-riccitiello-marc-whitten-merger/ Skip to Body of Episode: 9:12 Buy my game BounceShot on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1736980/BounceShot/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-07-19
32 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 059 Art Driven Game Development
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the advantages of focusing on art first during game development. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:34 Buy my game BounceShot on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1736980/BounceShot/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-07-03
24 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Episode 16. Special Guest: XCompWiz
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on DevOps Skip to Guest Segment: 15:30 XCompWiz Twitter: https://twitter.com/XCompWiz MystCraft 2 Minecraft Mod: https://www.patreon.com/posts/56969328 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-06-30
30 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 058 Mobile Game Development
In this episode Zackavelli talks about mobile game development, and analyzes why some game genres work better on phones then others. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:16 Buy my game BounceShot on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1736980/BounceShot/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-06-17
25 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Episode 15. BounceShot Post Mortem
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and then does a post mortem for his recently released game BounceShot Skip to Post Mortem: 9:06 Buy BounceShot: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1736980/BounceShot/ Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller, EuroNewt 2 by Zackavelli
2022-06-03
32 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 057 Quick Tips VII Demos, Execution, and Perfection
In this episode Zackavelli talks about making demos, executing your ideas, and avoiding perfection in gamedev. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:45 Buy my game BounceShot on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1736980/BounceShot/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-05-21
24 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 056 Coming Up With New Game Mechanics
In this episode Zackavelli talks about strategies for coming up with new game mechanics. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:07 Buy my game BounceShot on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1736980/BounceShot/ Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-05-17
27 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Episode 14. Special Guest: Luke Klejnberg
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has a keynote on planning and production. Skip to Guest Segment: 15:45 Lukes Twitter: https://twitter.com/lklejnberg Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-05-03
33 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 055 Crafting System Design
In this episode Zackavelli talks about the problem with modern, shallow crafting systems. Article on Last Of Us Crafting: https://medium.com/super-jump/the-brilliant-crafting-system-in-the-last-of-us-bb33f221f2c1 Skip to Body of Episode: 5:38 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-04-21
27 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 054 MDA Game Design Framework
In this episode Zackavelli breaks down an academic paper about game design. Read the paper for yourself: https://users.cs.northwestern.edu/~hunicke/MDA.pdf Skip to Body of Episode: 5:30 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-04-07
24 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Episode 13. Special Guest: Mugamoomoo
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and our guest has an amazing segment on sound. Skip to Guest Segment: 15:00 Mugamoomoo's Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXS5WR3QMgpoWQPFjBa51Fw Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2022-03-31
46 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 053 Designing Replayability
In this episode Zackavelli talks about strategies for making your game more replayable Skip to Body of Episode: 5:20 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-03-24
25 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 052 Polish Part II: High Value Polish
In this episode Zackavelli talks about some good "bang for your buck" polish tips. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:05 TotalBiscut on FOV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPDq_qvsKUA Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-03-10
30 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 051 Genre Study: 4X
In this episode Zackavelli takes a look at the 4X genre and discusses what makes a good 4X game. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:05 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-02-24
34 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 050 Sound Effects For Video Games
In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for how to use sound effects, and also how to make them for your games. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:31 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-02-09
35 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 049 How To Finish Gamedev Projects
In this episode Zackavelli talks about tips for not getting stuck in a perpetual loop of half finished games. Skip to Body of Episode: 4:19 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-01-26
25 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 048 Core Game Loops Deep Dive
In this episode Zackavelli goes deep on core game loops, their function and definitions, and give good examples from popular games. Skip to Body of Episode: 4:53 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2022-01-16
37 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 047 Quick Tips VI Vehicles, Dialogue, And MVPs
In this episode Zackavelli talks gives tips for vehicles, dialogue, and getting to the minimum viable product (MVP) Skip to Body of Episode: 6:43 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-12-29
29 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 046 Co-op Game Design
In this episode Zackavelli talks about fundamental concepts of co op game design. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:58 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-12-15
27 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 045 Health System Overview
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to classify health systems, and identify a few mechanics that make them interesting. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:10 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGo58coz8d1jIjuJ8H2eKw Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-11-17
34 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 044 Transitions In Level Design
In this episode Zackavelli talks about designing paths, bread crumbing, cover design, and other things relevent to tranistions in level design. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:37 Tommy Norberg (Level Design Infographics) https://twitter.com/the_Norberg Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-11-03
28 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 043 Making Approachable Games
In this episode Zackavelli talks about how to make sure your game is easy to pick up and play. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:11 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-10-20
27 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep 042. Emergent Game Design
In this episode Zackavelli talks about what emergent gameplay is and how you might bring it about in your games. Lots of good game stories in this one! Skip to Body of Episode: 6:46 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-10-07
31 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 041 Animation Methods
In this episode Zackavelli talks about why and how to add animations to your game. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:05 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-09-22
31 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 040 Bartle's Player Types
In this episode Zackavelli talks the fundamental theory of Bartle's player types. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:11 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Intro music by: Avaren Outro remix by: Mugamoomoo
2021-09-08
29 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Episode 005 Special Guest: Zackavelli
In this episode Zackavelli plays buff/debuff and gives a key thought about taking moral stances with your games. Skip to Guest Segment: 20:46 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2021-08-11
35 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 034 Game Balance Deep Dive
In this episode Zackavelli examines how to design a well balance game, and talks about some methods you might try and use to balance a game. Skip to Body of Episode: 10:33 Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-6 Music by: Avaren
2021-06-02
41 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Episode 003. Special Guest: Remus Rain
In this episode Zackavelli introduces a new segment called "Juice Jam" and we hear Remus Rain talk about puzzle design for video games. Skip to Guest Segment: 7:25 Remus Rain Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/RemusRain Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Xx84Tgyoc414gyotMRV4g Itch.io: https://remusrain.itch.io/ Remus Rain's Sources: Making of The Talos Principle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYnkVKpvBZc What Makes a Good Puzzle? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsjC6fa_YBg&t=932s&ab_channel=GameMaker%27sToolkitGameMaker%27sToolkitVerified DOs and DON'Ts of Honest Puzzle Game Design: https://www.youtube.com...
2021-05-26
42 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 033 Quick Tips V. Play Testing And Group Gamedev
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the designing playtesting sessions, and working in groups for gamedev. Skip to Body of Episode: 8:36 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-5 Music by: Avaren
2021-05-19
38 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 032 Player Engagement And Flow State
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the player engagement, and how players may access flow state. Skip to Body of Episode: 4:40 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-5 Music by: Avaren
2021-05-06
26 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Ep. 002 Special Guest: Sam Seltzer-Johnston
In this episode Zackavelli plays Buff/Debuff and we hear Sam Seltzer-Johnston talk about the "right way" to do things in game dev. Skip to Guest Segment: 14:42 Check out ExoCorps: https://exocorpsgame.com/ Sam's Twitter: @sbseltzer Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2021-05-01
40 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 031 Companion Game Design And The Dreaded Escort Mission
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the game design related to companions and allies, and the flaws of the dreaded escort mission. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:44 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-4 Music by: Avaren
2021-04-22
26 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 030 Pre-Production And Planning Phase
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the pre production and planning phase of the game development cycle. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:44 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-4 Music by: Avaren
2021-04-09
26 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Bonus Ep. 001 Special Guest: Zackavelli
In this episode Zackavelli plays Buff/Debuff and gives a key thought about the golden rule of game development. Skip to Guest Segment: 18:45 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-4 Music: Radiant Vibes by Harris Heller
2021-04-01
33 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 029 Character Design Stew
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the character design stew, and talks about tips for familiar yet distinct characters. Skip to Body of Episode: 8:49 Be come a Patron: www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-3 Music by: Avaren
2021-03-25
32 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 028 Juice and Game Feel
In this episode Zackavelli discusses how to approach getting a good game feel for your games. Be come a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/GDFG Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Monthly Game Jam: https://itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-3 Music by: Avaren
2021-03-11
35 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 027 Quick Tips IV: Boss Encounters and Buff/Debuff
In this episode Zackavelli discusses what makes a good boss encounter, the best boss fight ever, and a brand new segment to the show. Skip to Body of Episode: 8:21 Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-2 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Follow Zackavelli on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2021-02-25
27 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 026 AI Overview
In this episode Zackavelli discusses different methods of implementing AI and what makes a "good" AI Skip to Body of Episode: 5:50 Videos about AI FSM and Behavior Trees: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyF0oyarz4U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VBCXvfNlCM Monthly Game Jam: https://itch.io/jam/gdfgs-monthly-game-jam-2 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2021-02-11
26 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 025 Pacing And Game Loops
In this episode Zackavelli discusses Narrative and gameplay progression, as well as core game loops. Skip to Body of Episode: 9:23 Extra Credits video about pacing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LScL4CWe5E Monthly Game Jam: itch.io/jam/gdfg-monthly-game-jam-1 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2021-01-28
39 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 024 Multiplayer Fundamentals
In this episode Zackavelli discusses how to setup a multiplayer system, and talks a bit about multiplayer game design. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:09 Article about multiplayer: https://gamedevelopment.tutsplus.com/tutorials/building-a-peer-to-peer-multiplayer-networked-game--gamedev-10074 Monthly Game Jam: https://itch.io/jam/gdfg-monthly-game-jam-1 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2021-01-14
33 min
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Ep. 023 2020 End of Year Special
In this episode Zackavelli makes some announcements, gives out some awards, and talks about motivation. Skip to Body of Episode: 9:44 Consider supporting a good cause: ablegamers.org/ways-to-give/ Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Check out our award winner's content: llamaking: https://llamaking1.itch.io/ Elliot: https://github.com/ebarlas/TrippinOnTubs/ Sean G: https://github.com/sgillespie Gerald: https://gerald-burke.itch.io/ Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-12-31
27 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 022 Game Engine Pros and Cons
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the pros and cons of using different game engines including Unreal, Unity, and Godot. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:25 Consider supporting a good cause: ablegamers.org/ways-to-give/ Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-12-17
40 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 021 Gun Tips For Game Dev
In this episode Zackavelli discusses some tips for designing gunplay in your video games. Skip to Body of Episode: 7:38 Consider supporting a good cause: https://ablegamers.org/ways-to-give/ Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-12-03
31 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 020 Developing An Art Style
In this episode Zackavelli talks about Developing an art style for both yourself and your games. Skip to Body of Episode: 4:30 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-11-19
28 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 019 UI/UX Design And Tips
In this episode Zackavelli talks about UI/UX and gives some tips for improving it in your projects. Skip to Body of Episode: 8:17 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-11-05
28 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 018 Horror Game Development (Genre Study: Horror)
In this episode Zackavelli takes a look at the Horror game genre, discusses some tips for developing horror games, and talks about the greatest horror game ever made. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:38 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Intro/Outro Music provided by Vivek Abhishek Music used : "1 HOUR OF HORROR MUSIC" originally composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" https://youtu.be/JrNjyEixUEk Scary String Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPHD-fvIvUk
2020-10-22
44 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 017 Quick Tips III - Bullets And Backgrounds
In this episode Zackavelli gives a few tips on backgrounds and bullet design for your games. Zackavelli also takes a look back at Ludum Dare 47. Skip to Body of Episode: 13:38 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-10-08
29 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 016 Game Jam Tips
In this episode Zackavelli gives a few tips about participating in Game Jams. Skip to Body of Episode: 9:40 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-09-24
49 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 015 Melee Combat System Fundamentals
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the basic fundamentals that go into developing a melee combat system. Skip to Body of Episode: 14:12 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-09-10
41 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 014 Learning And Getting Better at Game Development
In this episode Zackavelli discusses some tips and mindsets for learning gamedev, and accepting and overcoming the challenges in that come with it. Skip to Body of Episode: 12:33 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-08-26
48 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 013 Level Design Tips
In this episode Zackavelli discusses some tips on making compelling levels for your video game. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:58 GDC Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNEe3KhMvXM Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-08-13
31 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 012 Progression And Loot Design
In this episode Zackavelli discusses progression and how to make some sweet loot! Skip to Body of Episode: 7:01 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-07-30
42 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 011 Physics For Video Games
In this episode Zackavelli discusses how to find the sweet spot for physics within your video games. Skip to Body of Episode: 10:12 Play Bomber's Pass! Link: https://itch.io/jam/gmtk-2020/rate/698811 GDC talk by Bennet Foddy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwPIoVW65pE Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-07-16
48 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 010 Quick Tips II - Performance, Powerups, And Your Gamedev ID
In this episode Zackavelli discusses Performance, Powerups, and your gamedev identity. Skip to Body of Episode: 9:13 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-06-28
36 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 009 Polishing Your Game
In this episode Zackavelli discusses some of the final details you will want to make sure are right when finishing your video game. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:28 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter and Instagram @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-06-18
42 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 008 Designing Difficulty
In this episode Zackavelli discusses the things you should think about when deciding how difficult your game should be. Skip to Body of Episode: 8:34 Join the discord and talk with the community about making video games! Link: https://discord.gg/2C8eTsU Follow Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-06-03
29 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 007 Worldbuilding For Video Games
In this episode, Zackavelli talks about the importance of worldbuilding for your video game project. Skip to Body of Episode: 5:19 Reach out to Zackavelli on Twitter @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-05-20
30 min
Game Dev Field Guide
Ep. 006 Finding The Fun
In this episode Zackavelli talks about prototyping your game ideas and how to find the fun during this process. Skip to Body of Episode: 6:18 Reach out to Zackavelli on twitter @_Zackavelli_ Music by: Avaren
2020-05-07
40 min