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The Debug LogEpisode 110: Best Practices in Remote Game DevelopmentSo after a long, hard talk with a couple of GenZ-ers, we decided to move from only-audio podcasts to both audio and video podcast recordings! This episode marks the first video edit of The Debug Log. Our goal is to post both the audio and visual versions of each episode on our various streaming services (i.e. Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and now YouTube).We look forward to diving deep into this new medium and hope you all bear with us as we evolve and refine our video podcast format.In this week's episode, we are...2021-03-101h 07
The Debug LogEpisode 109: The Rise of Live GamesFrom patches and updates to seasonal content and daily challenges, the ubiquity of live games has grown exponentially in the internet age. What started as an easy way to fix a released game, has grown into 50GB day-one patches and years of expanded content. While the promise of an ever-changing game can be enticing, not all live games are created equal. On today's show, we discuss the evolution of technology, commerce and art that have allowed live games to rise in dominance over the past decade. We also wax nostalgic over a simpler time when the game you bought w...2021-02-0956 min
The Debug LogEpisode 108: Epic vs. AppleClash of the Titans! Not only is it an objectively great 80's movie, it is also what you could call the current climate between Apple and Epic. Platforms are a tricky business. You need developers making software for your platform to make money, but you also need the developers to be happy with the platform and make money. So, what happens when one side messes with the other side's money? You get litigation! A lot of legal punches have been thrown between these technology giants and this week on The Debug Log we are going to attempt to give...2020-09-151h 05
The Debug LogEpisode 107: Black Lives MatterPandemics go beyond just disease and viruses. They have the capacity to sneak into the core of our being, society, and yes -- our game industry. The pandemic of racial inequality is at the forefront of the discussion today, which comes at the heels of the latest surge of the Black Lives Matter movement. We would be doing our Debug Log community a disservice if we did not talk about the current political and cultural stage as it relates (and has influenced) the game industry.In this episode we check-in we each other and discuss the various...2020-06-251h 22The Debug LogEpisode 106: Under QuarantineIt's not very often that one is aware they are living through history as it happens. 2020 will always remembered as the year we all went into quarantine. Covid-19 has swept across and countries and cultures, changing our lives in ways we could not have imagined just a few months ago.In this episode we check-in we each other and discuss the various ways this pandemic has affected the game industry at large. This episode was recorded relatively early in this process and it will be interesting to see how the things we discussed evolve over the next few m...2020-04-1454 min
The Debug LogEpisode 105: Let's Talk Tech ArtLike the complexities of for loops, switch statements, and allocating memory? Or, do you fancy getting the pixels to look just right on screen? Can't choose?! Well, lucky you, this episode and interview with Technical Artists Andrea Bobick and Razvan Luta is tailor made for you!In this episode we break down what technical art is, what Technical Artist do in their day-to-day, and how the role has evolved in the industry over the years.Thanks for sitting in with us this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to contact us...2020-03-111h 00
The Debug LogEpisode 104: Designing for VR & AR GamesIn this week's episode, we talk to Mira Marquez and Kenneth Woodruff about designing for VR and AR applications! Our guests join Ryan and Obinna to talk design for this new medium. The group jumps into discussions that dive into the challenges associated with designing for VR/AR as well as offer some insights into the future of design as it relates to mix reality applications. Thanks for joining us this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to contact us with comments about designing for VR/AR applications: thedebuglog@gmail.com2020-02-181h 10The Debug LogEpisode 103: Gaming HorizonsNew year, next gen! In this week’s episode Obinna, Andrew, and Ryan discuss the future of gaming in the next year. As some of you may already know there are some big changes coming for the industry next year. The big players have their next generation hardware ready to go for the holidays and streaming cloud services is on everyone’s agenda. We discuss all this as well as some other interesting developments in the industry. This is going to be an interesting year and we can’t wait for you to hear about it!Thanks for jo...2020-02-041h 16
The Debug LogEpisode 102: Developing Games for the CloudEveryone has been talking about the cloud… so, we figured we should too!In this week’s episode, we bring in another former Sprocketeer and backend server engineer, Tyler Ohlsen to talk about his experience when developing for the cloud and some of the tools, services, and concepts needed to begin developing games for the cloud. We try out a quick exercise that illustrates how Tyler breaks down and thinks about certain problems as it relates to designing for the cloud.Thanks for joining us this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free...2019-11-0657 min
The Debug LogEpisode 101: The Road to Better ConcurrencyThe party doesn't stop at 100! We're keeping the train moving right along with another fresh episodeIn this week's episode, we bring in former Sprocketeer and backend server engineer, Matt Bolt to talk about a series of blog posts that he recently posted. In The Road to Better Concurrency, Matt discusses some pitfalls of multithreaded code and the current APIs that have been built in object-oriented languages to address them.Thanks for joining us this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to contact us with questions about concurrency at: thedebuglog@gmail...2019-09-2757 minThe Debug LogEpisode 100: 100th Episode RetrospectiveWe finally did it! After 4 very short years, we managed to reach 100 episodes of The Debug Log.
In this episode, we are joined by a very special person, none other than our lost co-host Eduardo Castillo Fernandez! Together, the 5 of us discuss some of our favorite experiences we've had producing this how over the past 100 episodes.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any emails with questions you may have. Contact us at: thedebuglog@gmail.com2019-08-0159 min
The Debug LogEpisode 99: The Darkside of Development: Company Closures IIWhat is better than three episodes about the dark underbelly of software development? FOUR episodes about the dark underbelly of software development!! That’s right depressed ladies and gents. It’s that time YET AGAIN! Put grandma and grandpappy to bed, grab a box of tissues, a tub of ice cream, a random picture of Obinna, and any other items needed to lift your spirits, and sit back and enjoy part four of The Darkside of Development.
In this episode, Obinna sits down with former co-workers Mira Marquez, Jim Diaz, and Geoffrey Nahashon to talk company closures, spec...2019-05-151h 00
The Debug LogEpisode 98: The Darkside of Development: Company Closures IWhat is better than two episodes about the dark underbelly of software development? Three episodes about the dark underbelly of software development! That’s right ladies and gents. It’s that time AGAIN! Put the dogs in their kennels, grab a keg of your favorite brew, and sit back and enjoy part three of The Darkside of Development.
In this episode, Ryan and Obinna discuss company closures, specifically, the closure of the famed 'Sprockets' with guests Dan Moran and Nick Covington. We each weigh in on the recent closure and analyze and asses what we think caused the...2019-05-081h 02
The Debug LogEpisode 97: It's Not a Bug, It's a FeatureAs a game dev, you probably deal with bugs and glitches on a day-to-day basis. Today we are talking about the best kind of bugs, bugs that end up being happy accidents. The history of game development is full of stories of legendary glitches that became profound features, not only for the game being developed but for the industry at large.
On today’s episode, we discuss some of our favorite examples of bugs becoming features. As usual, we sprinkle in a little advice on how you can make yourself more aware of opportunities for happy accidents in...2019-04-041h 20
The Debug LogEpisode 96: Holiday Special 2018Welcome to our 4th annual Holiday Special where we discuss some of the biggest games and stories of the past year. Thank you for sticking with us for another year, stayed tuned for more episodes and content in the months to come. Happy Holidays everybody, be safe, and have a happy 2019!
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Contact us at: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 95: Unite 2018 Wrap UpUnite 2018 Los Angeles!
In this episode we discuss the many happenings at the annual Unity convention Unite. There was a lot to see at this years conference. Some of the highlights include the Entity Component System, nested prefabs, the Visual Effects Tool, FPS sample, Mega City, and many more. It was an fun time and inspiring to be around so many creative ideas. We would definitely recommend the experience!
Thanks for tuning in and we hope you enjoy the show! Please share any of your thoughts and experiences about Unite by writing to thedebuglog@gmail...2018-11-1349 min
The Debug LogEpisode 94: Rapid-Fire RoundupThis week we are back with another "Rapid-Fire Roundup" episode. Catching up on a lot of the stories of the past few months, we tackle everything from Microsoft's interesting new Game Pass offerings to updates on the eternal Unity vs Unreal war. All that and more on this episode of The Debug Log.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any stories you want to hear us cover in the next "Rapid-Fire Roundup", to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
2018-10-1058 min
The Debug LogEpisode 93: Evolution of Game NetworkingAnother walk down gamedev memory lane with Ryan and the gang!
This week on the show we discuss the evolution of networking in games. We cover the growth of the play spaces for multiplayer games such as university networks to linked computers and on to the Internet. We also talk about the networking models to bring these games to life, such as peer to peer and client/server.
Check out The Debug Lounge and feel free to suggest an episode topic that you'd like to hear more about.
Thanks for tuning in this...2018-07-271h 02
The Debug LogEpisode 92: Optimizing Your Game for PerformanceDouble the flavor, double the fun!
We've got a pair of Sprocketeers, in Dan Moran and Lisa Hicks, joining us today to talk about methodologies, tools, and techniques used to help optimize games for performance. We take a fairly high-level view of optimization techniques, which makes the discussions in this episode easily applicable to wherever you are in your game development journey.
This episode is a product of a Debug Lounge (our Facebook group) thread about episode suggestions. So, a special shout out to Scott for suggesting that we talk about optimization, performance, and profiling...2018-06-051h 13
The Debug LogEpisode 90: World Building with Geoffrey NahashonIt’s Interview Time! (to be read in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers voice)
In this week’s episode we sit down with industry vet, Geoffrey Nahashon to talk about his experience as a Lead Artist and his approach to building game worlds. He offers up a lot of solid advice and is a wealth of knowledge as it relates to creating the mood and atmosphere for your game. He also speaks on the struggles and growth he’s had as an artist and explains the mentality he has had to adopt for industry success as an artist.
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The Debug LogEpisode 89: Unity 2018 BetaOh. My. God. Becky.
First. It's Zack's Birthday. Second. Unity 2018 Beta is out and ready for all you eager developers out there to get your hands on it! In this week's episode Obinna and Ryan cozy-up and discuss Unity Technologies' latest beta release of Unity 2018, which is jam-packed with new features and fixes. So, if you've been curious to see what Unity has been working on for the past year, this is the episode for you!
Thanks again for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Send any questions about this...2018-02-2845 min
The Debug LogEpisode 88: The Next Big Thing"Patience is a virtue. "
So, that quote has nothing to do with this topic, but it seems like a cool thing to start the episode summary with! That said, in this week's episode Zack, Ryan, Andrew (Happy Birthday), and Obinna sit down to discuss "The Next Big Thing." Specifically, they talk/argue about what makes a game, genre, and even a platform the next big thing. The gents outline their criteria for "the next big thing" and then try to measure that against some of the top games in the industry right now. There is a lot...2018-01-301h 07
The Debug LogEpisode 87: Game Dev TricksHappy New Year! It's time to kick off 2018 with a feast of an episode. We start with a very fun conversation about all the interesting tricks game devs employ to improve the player experience of their games. We have to admit some of the tricks seem to be just clever ways to hide technical issues, but, the vast majority are really creative user experience hacks that will change the way you think about some of your favorite games. We round out the episode with our wrap-up of 2017 in the game industry. We discuss our favorite stories and games of...2018-01-201h 08
The Debug LogEpisode 86: Rapid-Fire RoundupOMG, we're back again! Brothers, sisters, everybody read! It's time for another edition of "Rapid-Fire Roundup". This week we discuss the intense fallout caused by the inclusion of things like Loot Boxes in newer PC and console titles, Ryan airs his many grievances in spectacular fashion, EA shakeups, and the announcement of the Microsoft game streaming service. All that and more on this episode of The Debug Log.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any stories you want to hear us cover in the next "Rapid-Fire...2017-11-171h 04
The Debug LogEpisode 84: Game Design Breakdown - PLAYERUNKNOWN'S BATTLEGROUNDSIt seems like every year, one game comes along and dominates the conversation, whether for its excellent execution, superb gameplay, or its originality of ideas. For awhile we thought that game for 2017 would be the triumphant return of the Zelda franchise in Breath of the Wild, but a well-known modder, going by the name Playerunknown, had a different idea. Building off his experience building a very popular Arma 2 mod named DayZ: Battle Royale, Playerunknown aka Brendan Greene, teamed up with Korean developer Bluehole and created a standalone game based on the mod. In March of 2017, PLAYERUNKNOWN'S BATTLEGROUNDS was released...2017-08-311h 09
The Debug LogEpisode 83: Marketing Your Game on a Low BudgetMaking a good game is not enough to make a profit from it. That is why we decided to talk about Marketing in this episode. With such overcrowded market and players with smaller attention spans, it is extremely important to know how to market your game. Of course, we are not marketers, but with our combine experience, we hope to give you some tips that could help you make your game successful. We will be discussing some of the basic things that you can do to promote your game without having to spend too much money.
Thanks...2017-08-2356 min
The Debug LogEpisode 82: Let's Talk Security: Data StorageIn this week’s episode we discuss game data security, but specifically try to target how developers should think about and approach security as it relates to their game’s data. This episode is one of a possible* three-part series about security within game development.
The Debug Log crew, sans Andrew, also try to spice up the episode with a mini-game, “Assess That Risk!” where we tackle a few game data scenarios and how to address the security risks associated with those game and data types.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjo...2017-08-151h 01
The Debug LogEpisode 81: Personal Programming MethodologiesAfter a brief month of summer vacation, we are back in action. This week we are talking about Personal Programming Methodologies. Basically, different methods and thought processes that you can employ to break your projects into manageable pieces. We start with a brief exploration into the most popular schools of thought in programming methodologies. We then explore the ways you can use all of your favorite bits to forge a whole and coherent process that is truly your own.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any...2017-08-081h 00
The Debug LogEpisode 80: Rapid-Fire RoundupBack at last! It's time for another edition of "Rapid-Fire Roundup". This week we break down the colossal new version release from Unity, resist the temptation of a cheaper Oculus, assess the fallout from the Fallout 4 ad campaign, and get our minds blown by the amount of money in Esports these days. All that and more on this episode of The Debug Log.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any stories you want to hear us cover in the next "Rapid-Fire Roundup", to: thedebuglog@gmail.com2017-07-141h 00
The Debug LogEpisode 79: Technical Directing with Benjamin JordanFrom flunk to hunk!
In this week's episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with the Studio Technical Director of "Sprockets," Benjamin Jordan, who talks about his experience, growth, and the lessons he's learned as a TD. Knowledge is dropped consistently throughout this episode as we explore his early high school struggles with Mathematics and how he overcame them to eventually write, and eventually sell, his own physics engine.
Ben also gives the 'skinny' on what goes into being a Technical Director and some of the pitfalls and highlights of the position. He also...2017-06-291h 07
The Debug LogEpisode 78: E3 2017 Wrap-upE3 2017 has come and gone and as usual, we are left with a bevy of game industry news to wade through. There were some significant format changes to show this year, some major hardware announcements from Microsoft, and as always, a ton of info on new games that we can only hope will come out at some point in our lifetime. On this week's episode, we break down all the latest news from this year's conference. We end the discussion with our favorite bits and what we are looking forward to playing in the near future.
Thanks...2017-06-2456 min
The Debug LogEpisode 77: Targeting AAA Game Studios with Ryan KillgoreAAA: From Start to Finish!
In this week’s episode, we sit down with another one of our fantastic co-hosts, Ryan Killgore. We jump into an in-depth conversation about how Ryan took a very deliberate approach to his career in game development, mapping out his way to becoming a AAA game developer. He offers several tips and tricks, as well as some great insight into how he targeted AAA game studios from the onset of his career.
We believe that Ryan highlights how one can start to take steps early on in their development career in...2017-06-1652 min
The Debug LogEpisode 76: Design Patterns - ObserverHello, guys. Here is another episode of the series about design patterns. For this round of basic patterns, I wanted to finish with the observer. In next episodes, we will be focusing more in design patterns that improve performance. Anyways, that is in the future. In this episode, we talk about what is the observer, when to use it, implementation details, benefits, and pitfalls. I hope you find this episode helpful.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Contact us at: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 75: Mythic Structure in Game DesignWhat do rollercoasters, songs, fancy meals, and summer blockbusters all have in common? They are designed to take us for a ride. Whether emotionally or physically, each moment is engineered to be just what the audience needs at just the right time. The creators in these mediums are able to pull off such feats time and time again because certain narrative structures resonate with human beings, and, in fact, have done so since the beginning of recorded history. Joseph Campbell, the respected comparative mythologist, pioneered research in this field with his seminal work, The Hero with a Thousand Faces...2017-05-121h 01
The Debug LogEpisode 74: From Gamer to Game Developer with Zack SchneiderA Tale of Proving out Passion!
In this week’s episode, we have the honor of speaking with our very own Zack Schneider about his career and growth as a game developer. We go into how his initial passion for playing games provided the spark to pursue a career in game development. We also dive into his experience getting a game development job immediately after leaving college — one that dealt exclusively with virtual reality no less!
We believe that Zack serves as an excellent subject in ‘proving out’ one’s passion and how doing so can lead t...2017-05-0248 min
The Debug LogEpisode 73: Design Patterns: SingletonHello, Debuggers. In today’s episode, we continue our series about design patterns with one of the most polemic design patterns of all, Singleton. We explain when you might want to use a Singleton, we go over the definition of this design pattern, we talk about two very common definitions, and finally, we go over some of the reasons why people do not like to use Singletons.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Contact us at: thedebuglog@gmail.com
2017-04-2551 min
The Debug LogEpisode 72: A Master Study in Content Design with Joshua Herbert and Benjamin GrossFrom Tomb Raider to Ninja Turtles, this pair of Game Designers have been through it all. In this week’s episode we sit down with Benjamin Gross and Joshua Herbert about their roles as Content Designers in the game industry.
We discuss the basics behind content design but also take a deep dive into the world of interactive storytelling and how it plays out in both the Indie game development realm as well as within AAA game development. If you have ever been curious about the role of a content designer or what it takes to get st...2017-04-1258 min
The Debug LogEpisode 71: Common Developer MistakesMistakes. We all make them, especially as developers. The good news is that we can all learn from each other and try to avoid them in the future. This week we discuss a really interesting article by Tomas Macek entitled, The 10 Most Common Mistakes That Unity Developers Make. This article served as a great jumping-off point for us to discuss the most common problems we see every day. Hopefully, you'll be able to glean a few gems from this discussion and be able to implement some of these tips, in your game, today.
Thanks again for listening...2017-04-061h 04
The Debug LogEpisode 70: Status Updates“Whatchu working on?!”
In this week’s episode, the gentlemen of The Debug Log discuss their progress on their respective games. Eduardo drops a few more hints on THE new VR game he has been working on. Zack and Andrew outline some of the work and challenges that were encountered during the development of their hot, new Rougelike. They also announced the name of their new company. Obinna also explains some of the major challenges and decisions that he and his team have been faced with over the past few months and the strides they have taken to ove...2017-03-291h 01
The Debug LogEpisode 69: Design Patterns: StateIn today’s episode we talk about design patterns in game development, specifically, the State pattern. This is going to be an episode mostly oriented to developers, but it is an important part of our effort to bring good programming practices to other devs. We explain the basics of what a design pattern is and we mention some of them. Later on we present a very common scenario in game development, which is the implementation of an AI. We explain why an implementation with if and else is not recommended and we show you a great way to implement th...2017-03-2433 min
The Debug LogEpisode 68: How To Pitch Your GameBefore the thousands of players, before the money, before the press conferences, even the biggest games had to start with one simple thing; the pitch. Whether it's to investors or collaborators, fans or the press, pitching your game is something you will be doing constantly as a developer. Not only is it hard to become comfortable with the idea of "selling yourself", it becomes hard to distill the passion you have for your project into a clear and enticing message.
In this week's episode, we sit down and discuss the best ways to pitch your game. We...2017-03-171h 04
The Debug LogEpisode 67: A Product Manager's Purpose with Vignon ZinsouTired of getting your PM’s mixed up? Not sure what goes into product management? Eager to impress your friends and co-workers with some key, trivia-ready information about what a product manager does? If you answered, ‘Yes’ to any of the above questions, then this episode is for you!
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Vignon Zinsou, a Product Manager at “Sprockets,” who has had the unique experience working with both eastern and western markets of mobile games. Vignon provides a detailed outline of the purpose of a product manager within a game studio while sharin...2017-03-081h 03
The Debug LogEpisode 66: Unity Analytics with John ChengIn this episode, I have to pleasure to talk to John Cheng, the head of Unity Analytics. We go over the different parts of Unity Analytics and its features to show you all the power that you have in your hands if you use Unity. Finishing a game is not enough if you want to have a game development business. That is why I ask John how a developer can use this business intelligence tool to make better design decisions. Listening to the players of your game is fundamental. Unity Analytics helps you do exactly that, but don’t ta...2017-02-2347 min
The Debug LogEpisode 65: Makin' Stuff Look Good with Dan MoranYou lookin’ gooooood!
In today’s episode we are covering the topic of visual effects in a conversation with our friend Dan Moran. Dan runs the Youtube channel Makin’ Stuff Look Good and works with Obinna and I at Sprockets as a Graphics Engineer. He is very knowledgable when it comes to the subject of visual effects and graphics programming and shares this knowledge with us on the show.
We talk about how he got his start, tools of the trade, shader programming, and how he approaches creating a new visual effect, like Winston’s shield f...2017-02-1549 min
The Debug LogEpisode 64: UI/UX: Theory & PracticeIt's time to stretch our academic muscles! On today's episode, we revisit a topic we've discussed previously, UI. This time we look at it through the lens of User Experience Design. Instead of listing Unity libraries and various technical solutions, we try to take a more formal design approach to the subject and look at what the body of research has to say about UI and UX. We also break down, and I mean really break down, how a player interacts with your game and what questions you can ask yourself to make that experience better. Finally, we wrap...2017-02-071h 13
The Debug LogEpisode 63: Retro Review: What Makes a Game a Classic?They’re back!
In this week’s episode, we welcome back our friends of the podcast, Will Dal Porto and Greg Anderson to talk about what makes a game a classic! We lay out some criteria on how we gauge a game (or franchise) to claim ‘classic status.’
In addition to laying out our Classic Criteria, we also review some retro — and not so retro — games of yesteryear. In the review, we highlight how these games have either maintained or failed to maintain classic status. We also take a stab at predicting whether the games of today wil...2017-01-271h 01
The Debug LogEpisode 62: Tales of a Community Manager“I am a tiny potato.
And I believe in you.
You can do the thing.”
In this week’s episode, we have the privilege of chatting with our friend and community management adept, Janine Dong, about her experiences and growth as a Community Manager. She was an absolute pleasure to interview and discuss the ever-changing, and often frenzied world of community management.
During our discussion we touch on a variety of topics, such as how one could get started in a career in community management, what tools and mindset is required to flourish as a C...2017-01-181h 04
The Debug LogEpisode 61: Idea GenerationCreating original ideas for games might be a difficult process for some people and an easy ride for others. In any case, polishing that original idea takes time and discipline. That is why today we go over how we come up with new ideas for our games and how we develop them. We mention some established techniques that will be extremely helpful in this process; for example Brainstorming, MindMapping, and SCAMPER. However, you know what a crazy team we are; not all of us follow the same path or process. I had a great time listening to how the...2017-01-061h 00
The Debug LogEpisode 60: Holiday Special 2016Welcome to our 2nd annual Holiday Special where we discuss some of the biggest games and stories of the past year. We also get a chance to revisit our game dev resolutions for 2016. Before all that, we kick off the episode with a nice positive discussion about why we choose to make games. We've spent the last two episodes highlighting the darkest sides of game development. We thought it would be nice to end the year with all the reasons you should be doing this and hopefully give a little inspiration for the year to come. Happy Holidays everybody...2016-12-231h 04
The Debug LogEpisode 59: The Darkside of Development: Culture & CompetitionWhat is better than one episode about the dark underbelly of software development? Two episodes about the dark underbelly of software development! That’s right ladies and gents. It’s that time again! Put the kids to bed, grab a bottle of wine or your favorite brew, and sit back and enjoy part two of The Darkside of Development.
In this episode, Andrew and Obinna discuss company culture and competition and how they both play out in the game industry. We share some of our experiences, air out some of our grievances, and highlight some truths about the...2016-12-141h 01
The Debug LogEpisode 58: The Darkside of Development: Crunch & CrashesWith all the merriment of the holiday season going on around here at TDL, we thought it appropriate (and of true ‘Troll’ fashion) to go on a series of rants about the uglier side of game development. Today’s episode is Part One of what is slated to be a two-part series, where we highlight and discuss aspects of game development that really grind our gears! Things that you don’t hear in interviews, or aren’t written in job descriptions, or in a sweet sizzler reel of your favorite game.
In Part I, we talk about crunch and...2016-11-3058 min
The Debug LogEpisode 57: The Role of a Systems Developer with Hi-Rez's Dayle FlowersGame Development has many roles: Gameplay Developer, Systems Developer, Level Designer, Character Artist, Sound Designer, Game Designer, and many more. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about the role of a Systems Developer. To do so, I have the pleasure of talking with Dayle Flowers, lead developer on Paladins at Hi-Rez Studios. Before becoming a lead developer, Dayle had several years of experience as a Systems Developer. He explains what the job of a Systems Developer is in a game studio and what mindset and skills are needed to do this job. He also clarifies the di...2016-11-231h 03
The Debug LogEpisode 56: Unite 2016 Wrap-UpIt's that time of year folks, that's right, it's time for Unite 2016! This year, Obinna, Eduardo, and I had the chance to fly out to Los Angeles and attend the event. We've been the past couple of years and had a lot of fun, but this year we decided to try something different. We grabbed a camera, a mic, and descended on Unite with the intention of talking to as many people as possible. Mission accomplished! We have about 25 interviews that you guys will get to check out on our youtube show, The Debug Lounge, over the next couple...2016-11-1454 min
The Debug LogEpisode 55: Women in Game Development With Ker-Chunk Games CEO, Molly ProffitIn this episode, we had the pleasure to talk to Ker-Chunk Games’ Co-founder and CEO Molly Proffit. She shares what motivated her to create a company that focuses on making games that empower women as players. We also discuss what the game industry can do to hire and retain more female devs.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any emails with comments, questions, and concerns, to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
2016-10-281h 03
The Debug LogEpisode 54: Freelancing in the Game IndustryFree • lance -
Origin:
Early 19th century (denoting a mercenary): originally as two words.
There is honestly no substantive reason as to why I just gave you the etymology of ‘freelance,’ however Andrew thought you would enjoy it… so, there it is.
Awkwardness aside, in this week’s show we talk about and try to address some of the more common issues and questions developers start to ask themselves as they look into freelancing within the game industry. If you are a developer out there and just not sure where to begin when it comes t...2016-10-191h 05
The Debug LogEpisode 53: SIEGE 2016 Wrap-UpThis weekend was AWESOME. I had the pleasure to go to SIEGE (Southern Interactive Entertainment & Game Expo) for the first time. For those of you who don’t know what SIEGE is, let me give you an overview. It is a game development conference like GDC and Unite, but it is hosted just in Atlanta. Like other game dev conferences, it has talks about relevant topics in the industry, a Showroom where people can play local studio’s games, and of course, it has a big party where you can meet other devs. In today’s episode Zack and I tell...2016-10-131h 01
The Debug LogEpisode 52: Procedural Generation: What, When, Why?Have you ever wanted to create hundreds of levels without the hassle of handcrafting them? Then this episode on Procedural Generation is for you. In this episode we talk about the pros and cons of using a procedural system and some best practices for creating a procedural generation system.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any emails with comments, questions, and concerns to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 51: The Problem with Freemium Games with Late PandaWe had the pleasure of snagging an interview with fellow TDLers, Elisabeth Heed and Stephen McCallam, from across the pond in Glasgow, Scotland. In this episode we talk about how the freemium game model, which is rapidly monopolizing the various app stores, can be seen as having very negative effects on the mobile game market, indie game developers, and the game industry at large.
Stephen and Ellie also outline some of the steps they are taking to integrate premium content in their latest title, Skorian Tales, in a less intrusive and more integrated way. We had a ‘pu...2016-09-2748 min
The Debug LogEpisode 50: The Art of Game Design with Jesse Schell"The Art of Game Design, a Book of Lenses” is a must read book for every game developer. That is why, we wanted to bring Jesse Schell, author of this amazing book, to the show to celebrate our episode number 50. To be honest, we could make a one-hour episode per chapter of this book, however, we did not have that much time with Jesse. In this interview we ask him about the 4 elements in which he separates a game, Aesthetic, Technology, Gameplay, and Story. In addition, we mention some ways in that developers can use to balance fighting games. Yo...2016-09-211h 07
The Debug LogEpisode 49: Streaming Assets DeconstructedIs your app too big to install over the air? Need a dynamic content delivery system? Then streaming assets are for you! Yes friends streaming assets are a very useful tool in modern game content management. This week the gang and I explore what streaming assets are, how to build a streaming asset system, as well as some peripheral systems and gotchas that come with these systems.
Many thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any emails with comments, questions, and concerns, to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 48: Creating In-Game Communities with KTplay CEO, Spencer LiuCommunity is the secret sauce to any successful game. Knowing this, bigger companies often hire a community manager whose full-time job it is to build that community, running from social networks to message boards, engaging players and keeping everyone not only interested in the game at hand, but also in the future of the company. While successful, this method involves a lot of time and resources, two things indie devs have in short supply. Recently, Andrew and Eduardo had the chance to sit down with Spencer Liu, CEO of KTplay, a company attempting to solve this problem in a...2016-09-0731 min
The Debug LogEpisode 47: Making Your First GameFinishing your first game is certainly a tough task, but with determination and hard work you can do it. In this episode we go through my journey in the development process of “The Hangman,” which it’s released in Google Play. Today, we cover all those small design decision that can make a game succeed or fail. For instance: What platform to pick? How big will the game be? What monetization strategy are you going to use based on the chosen platform? How is the game going to look like? Should you work alone in the game? What propagation strate...2016-08-231h 04
The Debug LogEpisode 46: Pathfinding DeconstructedEver wonder how to get your enemies to find their way to you, or how to get a companion to run behind you? Then this is the episode for you. In this episode The Debug Crew discusses Pathfinding and the pros and cons of different methods commonly used. From out-of-the-box solutions to do it yourself algorithms we cover them all.
As always, many thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any emails with comments, questions, and concerns, to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 45: Quality QA with Will Dal Porto & Greg AndersonHave you ever wondered what goes into the field of QA as it relates to the game development industry? Or maybe you have been itching to know what a ‘smoke test’ is and whether you should be running these tests as an indie dev? Well, in this episode, Obinna and Andrew sit down with Lead QA developers Will Dal Porto and Greg Anderson to talk about their experiences in QA.
These two gents are a very lively, honest, and opinionated pair who don’t hold back about the intricacies of QA and the game industry as a whole...2016-08-091h 06
The Debug LogEpisode 44: Why Do You Hate My Game?Congratulations! You've finished your game. Time to sit back and relax knowing that players across the world are falling in love with it. BEEP! Ooh, your first comment!
"This game is TrAsH!!!" - @WookieeJumper69
Ok, well not what you expected, but nothing to worry about. BEEP! Another one...oh...they too agree the game is trash, they are just fighting over what kind. BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP Aandd several more have joined the party. They seem so angry. Now they're saying your game is a "dumpster fire", wait, now it's a "dumpster fire full of...2016-08-041h 26
The Debug LogEpisode 43: Increasing ProductivityIf you get easily distracted from working on your game and you struggle to get things done, no worries, we got your back. This episode will help you increase your productivity. We cover three main areas that will make you more productive: Organization, Focus, and Time Management.
To improve your organization, we suggest you have your project well documented and have at least one to-do lists to help follow the steps you need to complete your project.
If your problem is that you cannot stay focused, we mention a technique that can help you. It is...2016-07-291h 02
The Debug LogEpisode 42: Picking the Perfect PlatformXbox? Xbox One? PS3? 4? Wii? Steam? Android? iOS? WebGl? Windows Phone? PC? Mac? Android TV? Apple Tv? That’s just to name a few. With so many available platforms to release your application or game on, it is becoming increasingly important to carefully consider your options before beginning development.
In this episode, Ryan, Andrew, and Obinna gather ’round the perverbial campfire and discuss some key considerations you should have when picking the perfect platform for your game.
Thanks so much for listening and we hope you enjoy the show. Please send any emails with comments, ques...2016-07-141h 08
The Debug LogEpisode 41: The Cake is a Lie: Why is Portal So Funny?In this episode, the guys take a look at the many aspects of the Portal franchise that make them so darn funny. With the popularization of comedic games and the ever popular narrative driven games, this episode bodes to be extremely relevant. Also the guys bring back everyone’s favorite segment. That’s right, Game Of The Week is back with Overwatch!
Thanks so much for listening and we hope you enjoy the show. Please send any emails with comments, questions, or contributions regarding the episode, to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 40: The State of the Game Dev UnionMembers of the Debug Lounge, TDLers, our handful of Google+ followers, and my fellow game developers:
This episode marks The Debug Log's inaugural State of the Game Dev Union. On today's show, Obinna, Andrew, Zack, Ryan, and Eduardo discuss things concerning the current state of the game development industry as well as what we envision for its future. We also outline a few key aspects, such as: why our field is so important to our society, and how, in the game development industry, we feed off, what we call "Competition's Causal Relationship." Throughout the episode we maintain...2016-06-291h 02
The Debug LogEpisode 39: E3 2016 Wrap-upE3 is in the books! Annnnd, WWDC happened too.
In this episode, the guys huddle up by the warmth of what was a pretty exciting conference and talk about some of the key takeaways and things you all should be looking forward to in the coming months. The industry is being shaken up constantly with the coming and going of conferences like E3 and GDC, and staying abreast with the happenings around the game development industry is a necessity for innovation for all developers -- both indie and AAA.
Thanks so much for listening and...2016-06-231h 00
The Debug LogEpisode 38: Talking Team ManagementBeing a good leader is a difficult task. Therefore, The Debug Log team couldn’t let go a topic like this. It is our duty and pleasure to help you become a better leader for your team and share our experiences with you, so you don’t make common management mistakes that could cost you the lost of good team members. In addition to helping you manage your team better, we mention some of the differences between managing a local and a remote team. It is a loooot different when you have to deal with team members in others part...2016-06-1446 min
The Debug LogEpisode 37: Being Strategic About the Scope of Your GameIn this week's episode Andrew, Obinna, Eduardo, and Ryan talk about one of the most important topics when it comes to finishing your game, scope. Instead of taking the traditional approach to scoping a project which involves taking away from an already complete game design, the guys dive into what you can do before development begins. This is not just about considering your limitations, it's about using those limitations as a creative catalyst to fulfill all of your development goals. As always the guys wrap up the show with some best practices to help you get started.
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The Debug LogEpisode 36: Rapid-Fire RoundupThat's right folks, it's time for another edition of "Rapid-Fire Roundup". This week Ryan talks new Xbone rumors, Obinna Daydreams with Google, Eduardo goes full-on moneyball with the VR marketplace, and Andrew envies a monumental success. All that and more on this episode of The Debug Log.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any stories you want to hear us cover in the next "Rapid-Fire Roundup", to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 35: Evolution of the FPSIn this week's episode Andrew, Obinna, and Ryan explore the evolution of the first person shooter. We examine its contributions to gaming from both a technical and gameplay perspective. Even if the FPS genre isn't your cup of tea you may be surprised at its many contributions to gaming. Time to get knee deep in the dead.
Thanks so much for listening and we hope you find the show as entertaining to listen to as we did to record it. Please send any emails with comments, questions, or contributions regarding the episode, to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 34: How to Handle CheatersCheater, cheater, pumpkin-eater;
Had a game but couldn't beat her;
He got a GameShark in the mail,;
And then he beat it very well!
We all know them very well. Hell, sometimes when pushed against a wall (or die one too many times while playing GoldenEye 007), we become them. Cheaters. There are countless reasons as to 'why' people cheat, as well as 'how,' and in this episode the hosts touch on a few of them. During the show, Zack, Eduardo, Ryan, Obinna, and Andrew really zero-in on a developer's approach on how to handle...2016-05-201h 12
The Debug LogEpisode 33: Maintaining Motivation in Game DevelopmentIn this episode the fellas sit down and talk about best practices for maintaining motivation for your project during the game development life cycle. No matter where you may find yourself in your game dev career, whether you're brand new to game development or a seasoned vet, this episode is sure to leave you with a few nuggets of wisdom that you can apply.
Cheers for tuning in this week and we hope that you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any emails with comments, questions, and concerns about maintaining motivation in game dev, to: thedebuglog...2016-05-1148 min
The Debug LogEpisode 32: Google Play ServicesIncreasing player acquisition, retention, and optimizing development time are three of the top priorities for most game developers. In this episode we bring you a solution to help you solve the aforementioned problems, in addition to allow you to save player's progress in the cloud and make your game multiplayer. It sounds great, right? Well, it is.
This week we are talking about Google Play Services. This extremely useful suite of services allow you to have global and social leaderboards in your game, and make it easier for players to invite their friends to play. It also...2016-05-0449 min
The Debug LogEpisode 31: How to Get Featured in the iOS App StoreThe holy grail for any iOS game developer is have their game featured on the front page of the App Store. Whether it's in a coveted "Best of.." spot or as a deeper cut in a creative sub-category, App Store attention converts to downloads. Downloads convert to dollars. It's not a coincidence that the most successful games in App Store history have all been heavily featured.
This week on the show we talk about an incredible reddit post we found by Amir Rajan, the developer of the iOS port of "A Dark Room". In the post, Rajan...2016-04-2756 min
The Debug LogEpisode 30: Rapid-Fire RoundupThat's right folks, it's time for another edition of "Rapid-Fire Roundup". This week Eduardo gives us the skinny on Unity's in-development input system, Zack dives deep into the differences between two of his favorite games, Obinna tells all about the latest in pizza ordering AI technology, and finally Andrew wraps up the discussion with a collection of stories including one about a game jam on a train. All that and more on this episode of The Debug Log.
Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy the show! Feel free to send any stories...2016-04-2041 min
The Debug LogEpisode 29: Mastering the Game Dev InterviewGetting a job in the game development industry is a dream for many people, a challenge for others, and a fulfilled goal for some lucky ones. This episode is about helping you get the job that you are looking for and to help you become a game developer. This time the team gives tips, do’s and don’ts that will help you master a job interview in the game development industry. Of course, we speak from our experience, there is no formula that you can follow to get a job. However, there are many best practices that can help...2016-04-1357 min
The Debug LogEpisode 28: AAA vs. Indie Game DevelopmentIntroducing first... from the rich, ruby red corner. Weighing in at $1.5+ million dollars. He hails from the beautiful, but volatile Silicon Valley. With over 52 published games, five top grossing, and only seven defeats! He IS the former heavyweight champion of the world, TRIPLE-A GAME DEVELOPMENT!
In the broke, blue corner. Weighing in at $200 and a gift card to GameStop. Hailing from a hot, two-car garage in the middle of nowhere. With a pixel perfect game in its alpha stages, a monthly subscription to Lynda.com, and a successful Kickstarter in the works! He IS the challenger, a...2016-04-061h 02
The Debug LogEpisode 27: Debugging BasicsBugs?!?! Ewwwww, gross! It's no secret that most people are not overly fond of bugs. If bugs happen to invade your home you can always call the Orkin Man, if they invade your game, however, you have to take care of them yourself.
Debugging is something every developer has to come to terms with. From the beginning of a project to well after the game is released, debugging is something we do almost everyday. The Debug Crew does it so much, in fact, that it even inspired the name of this podcast. On today's episode we break...2016-03-3058 min
The Debug LogEpisode 26: GDC 2016 Wrap-upAhhh GDC. A magical time where game developers gather from across the land to share their ideas, innovations, and a few drinks. Or perhaps several drinks. In the year of VR it has been a noteworthy conference. Join us as we discuss the interesting news from Unity and the rest of the game industry.
If you'd like us to discuss something in particular in the coming month, send us an email at: thedebuglog@gmail.com and we will be sure to work it into our next episode of Rapid-Fire Roundup.
Game of the Week:
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The Debug LogEpisode 25: Rapid-Fire RoundupYou’ve sent letters! You’ve emailed! You’ve snail-mailed! You’ve smoke-signaled for it! You’ve asked, and we’ve delivered! Actually, you did none of the above… but we are adding a brand new podcast segment entitled, “Rapid-Fire Roundup” where the hosts collect a handful of the latest game dev articles as well as questions from the TDL and game development community at large and talk shop.
What’s the latest in Unity’s newest patch? What are the must-attend game developer conferences this year? What VR/AR headset should I invest in? These are some of the rapid fire...2016-03-1558 min
The Debug LogEpisode 24: Networked Games with Eirik PedersonHave you ever wondered what it would take to get a game online and accessible to individuals all across the globe? Curious as to when and how to plan for scalability and dealing with server load? For those of you out there interested in the ins and outs of networked games, this episode is for you.
Join co-hosts Andrew, Eduardo, and Obinna as they sit down with Sales Director and Co-founder Eirik Pederson of GameHosting to discuss the company and provide insight on what it takes to get a game online.
Thanks again for tuning...2016-03-0856 min
The Debug LogEpisode 21: Game Monetization with Oscar Clark, Unity EvangelistIf you’ve had the opportunity to attend Unite in the past couple of years you’ll recognize today’s guest. With his signature hat and jovial personality, he’s hard to miss. I am of course talking about Oscar Clark, another awesome Unity Evangelist.
We met Oscar at Unite 2015 in Boston and we were thrilled when he offered to come on the show. The topic of discussion we laid out for him was game monetization, but he went much deeper than that. In what turned out one be one of our longest interviews yet, Oscar shared some ama...2016-02-171h 34
The Debug LogEpisode 20: Game Dev ResolutionsIt's in the books! We offhandedly, randomly, and unofficially mark the end of the first season of The Debug Log with this episode. The entire five-man Debug Log crew take a moment to look back on some of their favorite episodes, interviews, tips, and games from the first eighteen episodes.
The fellas also hint at some big plans and aspirations for the new year that they believe will tickle your fancy as well as further promote community and collaboration among game developers.
Anyway, as you listen to this episode (whether you're in your car, on...2016-02-1236 min
The Debug LogEpisode 19: #MadeWithUnity with Unity CMO, Clive DownieWhat do you get when you add the former VP of Marketing at EA and former COO of Zynga, an individual with a deep passion for games and gamers across the world, and a game-changing (pun intended) game development platform like Unity3D? You get Unity's Chief Marketing Officer Clive Downie and an industry-shaking initiative known as "Made With Unity."
Telling your story has never been as accessible as it is now with the advent of Unity's Made With Unity campaign - an initiative that offers game developers the power and platform to connect with their player...2016-02-0343 min
The Debug LogEpisode 18: A Game Tutorial RetrospectiveFor ages, developers have had the difficult task of balancing the amount of explicit gameplay tutorials with the level of player discovery that is provided in their games. Many gamers have experienced the 'overbearing developer' who forces players to endure an hour-long training sequence, while other gamers have been left bewildered in a massive and evolving game world with seemingly no direction or answers.
In this week's show, Obinna, Andrew, Zack, and Ryan discuss pros and cons to tutorials and ways in which some games deliver key game mechanics to players. The fellas have a fun round...2016-01-191h 04
The Debug LogEpisode 15: Networking in UnityA TCP packet walks into a bar and says, "I want a beer." The bartender responds, "You want a beer?" The TCP packet says, "Yes, I want a beer."
Wow, just writing that 3-Way handshake joke hurt. In any case, you guessed it, today's show is all about Networking in Unity3D. The gentlemen talk about several networking suites that developers have created for or modified to work with the Unity game engine. As usual, in addition to reviewing a handful of networking tools, the guys highlight some of their experiences and tips while developing networked games.2015-10-2055 min
The Debug LogEpisode 14: Adventures at Unite 2015‘The crowd here is electric, Ryan! Developers of all shapes, sizes, and skillsets are pouring into the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention center here in Boston. We’ll be here all week on the ground floor, so stay tuned to the episode for more in-depth discussions on Unite. Anyway, stay classy TDLers and back to you in the studio, Ryan!’
Unite 2015 Field Reporters Zack, Obinna, Andrew, and Eduardo (with special guest, Diana) talk about their experiences while at Unite 2015 in Boston. From their thoughts on the Keynote, Awards show, and pub mixer, to lunch and several of our...2015-10-1659 min
The Debug LogEpisode 13: Best Practices in Mobile Game DevelopmentWhat's the 'Viralability' of your mobile game? What's Viralability, you ask? Well, I'll tell you! Viralability is a completely made-up word that defines the capacity for your mobile game to go viral! If your game isn't hitting a Viralability Score of 6.0 or higher, then we are here to help!
In this week's episode, the crew, sans Zack, sit down and talk about mobile game development -- specifically the major challenges and pitfalls developers usually run into when developing mobile games for the iOS and Android markets. We also drop a hint or two to help you achieve...2015-10-0850 min
The Debug LogEpisode 12: Unite 2015 PreviewChugga chugga choo choo! That's right, folks! Unite 2015 is here and we're uber excited to be hopping on the hype train going straight to Boston. We can’t wait to engage with the growing Unity community at the conference and hope we can meet a few of our listeners while there — whether it’s at a bar, restaurant, library, or alleyway (um…scratch that)!
In this episode, we start by talking about some of the new features and fixes that came with Unity’s 5.2 release. We then scrub through some of our highly-anticipated talks that we’re eager to att...2015-09-1841 min
The Debug LogEpisode 10: Version Control 101A personal Github account with Large File Storage: $0. Hosting a server for your repository: $300. Writing an epic compression algorithm that you lose because you didn’t have your project under source control: priceless. Devs, don’t be -that- person! Set your projects up with version control — early and often.
In this episode we do a survey of the more popular version control systems (VCS) made available to developers, while also covering the advantages and disadvantages of each. The crew, sans Eduardo, share stories about their experiences with both centralized and distributed VCSs and recommend tips and tricks on man...2015-09-0444 min
The Debug LogEpisode 9: Motion Capture on a Budget with James C. MartinByah, byah, byah! Ahem, that was me practicing my jiu jitsu moves via text... anyway, horrible jokes aside, if you've ever wanted to motion capture your fighting moves, dances moves, or pretty much anything else -- then this episode is definitely for you!
In this episode we talk to James C. Martin, Owner and operator of Mobacap, a company that specializes in providing motion capture services. James talks about a powerful, yet inexpensive mo cap suit by Noitom called Perception Neuron. He also discusses some very interesting 3D and 2D tools, in CrazyTalk and iClone, that integrate...2015-08-2853 min
The Debug LogEpisode 8: Top 5 Picks from the Asset StoreWe raise a glass to you, Christian Strang, for without you today's episode might not have been possible!
On today's episode we tackle Christian's question about our favorite Unity Asset Store assets. Each of the guys pick one of their favorite assets and talk about how the asset has influenced the way they develop games in Unity3D. Outside of their favorites, they discuss other assets they've encountered that have stood out among the many available utility, art, and scripting assets on the asset store.
We also introduce a new segment to the show, tentatively...2015-08-2157 min
The Debug LogEpisode 7: How to Build a Community Around Your Game with Unity's Mark SchoennagelOh. My. God. It's Mark Schoennagel!!! throws panties at stage! That's right, folks! We've managed to snag an interview with an inside man in Unity Evangelist, Mark Schoennagel. If your memory isn't as bad as ours, then you will probably remember Mark Schoennagel who MC'd the Awards show (quite beautifully) at Unity's Unite 2014 in Seattle and who will be doing the same during the 2015 Unite Conference in Boston.
In this episode, we speak with Mark about his background as an animator and role as a Unity Evangelist, how to build community for your game, and also wheedle...2015-08-131h 10
The Debug LogEpisode 6: Virtual Reality and Unity3DIn this episode, the whole crew sits down to talk about Virtual Reality and Unity3D. The five hosts weigh in on the current landscape of virtual reality headsets, how the rising stars of VR and AR are poised to shake up future game development, best practices when developing VR applications, and where the Unity3D game engine intersects with it all.
Thanks again for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoyed the show! Feel free to send any emails with comments, questions, and concerns about virtual reality in Unity, to: thedebuglog@gmail.com
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The Debug LogEpisode 2: You and Your UIIn this episode, we unravel several UI solutions that have been birthed from the thralls of Unity’s legacy UI (OnGUI) system.
Andrew wears his heart on his sleeve, shedding a single tear mid-recording when discussing pixel perfection, DPIs, and screen resolutions! The crew talks about the pros and cons as well as things to consider about the many UI solutions that have been made available for Unity3D.
Thanks again for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoyed the show! Feel free to send any emails with comments, questions, and concerns about UI...2015-07-151h 11
The Debug LogEpisode 1: You Put My Data Where?!Woe is me! Ryan breaks a few hearts in this episode with his west coast news, so it was tough pulling Zack away from his bucket of Breyers ice cream and stopping him from binge watching the whole second season of “Friends” in order to record this week.
That said, today’s episode is a bit of a doozy as we get rather intimate with a slew of data solutions for Unity. We talk about the built-in Unity PlayerPrefs, the cloud storage solution Parse.com, and a few others that we’ve played around with while developing our game...2015-07-1549 min