In this episode Dan interviews Colin McInerney, head of Pedal Board Games and co-lead on "Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3" (CRDM3). Colin shares his nearly decade-long journey in the gaming industry, touching on his roles in game development, VR, and narrative design. The discussion focuses on the challenging history of CRDM3, its blend of match-three mechanics and humor, and the importance of subverting player expectations in horror and comedy games.

Colin emphasizes the collaborative nature of game development, recognizing the contributions of all team members in creating cohesive experiences. They explore the resurgence of indie games and the desire for originality among players, with discussions on effective storytelling and gameplay balance. The episode wraps up with ideas for collector's edition items for CRDM3, inviting listeners to delve into the quirky world of indie gaming and the creative processes behind it.

Follow Colin and Pedal board on Bluesky:

https://bsky.app/profile/colin.how

https://bsky.app/profile/pedalboard.games

Grab CRM3 on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2116510/Creepy_Redneck_Dinosaur_Mansion_3/

or Xbox:

https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/creepy-redneck-dinosaur-mansion-3/9NWGK6Z71XQQ

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In this episode of Building Horror, we chat with Jack Chapman, a seasoned level designer, about his journey into indie horror game development. He shares his current project, Roost, which integrates personal experiences and inspirations from classic horror games while exploring themes of the UK’s North-South divide through retro aesthetics. Jack discusses the shift towards shorter, narrative-driven indie games, his collaborative approach using platforms like Fiverr, and the importance of atmosphere in horror. He also highlights the necessity of supporting independent projects, offering insights into his vision for Roost and the indie horror landscape.

Follow Jack and progress of ROOST on X https://x.com/ShakaInc and Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/shakainc.bsky.social

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JackChapmanDesign

TikTok: roost.game"

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In this episode, Dan talks with Piotr Gnyp, Adam Ziółkowski, and Marcin Paczyński from GOG, a platform focused on preserving classic and indie games without digital rights management (DRM). The discussion covers GOG's origins, its commitment to making unplayable games accessible, and its preservation program that highlights the alarming statistic that 87% of games released before 2010 are lost. They share insights on collaboration with larger companies, the rigorous process of re-releasing titles, and GOG's community engagement through the Dream List feature, which allows players to vote on games for preservation. The conversation touches on the industry's increasing acknowledgment of video game culture, the potential of technology to assist in preservation, and the ongoing importance of nostalgia in gaming. The episode as a whole, emphasizes GOG's dedication to restoring classic titles while maintaining their original essence and connecting with the gaming community's interests.

Links to GOG:

https://www.gog.com/en/

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https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/fearzine/fearzine-issue-4

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