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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