The Level Design Lobby, breaks down game and level design techniques, showing how they are used within games, as well as how we can improve upon them. It also shares reading material to its audience, while providing interviews with industry professionals. Please Subscribe----Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaxpearsWebsite: http://www.maxpears.com/ more

Join hosts and industry veterans Brett Douville and Tim Longo as they discuss older titles and the impact they had on the games industry, as well as any lessons that could be taken away even today. Play along! more

A series of in-depth conversations between video game makers on the business and craft of interactive entertainment. more

Candid conversations with game creators that dive deep into the art, craft, and process of making games.

Covering the full breadth of digital, tabletop, and role playing games, The Game Design Round Table inspires and educates aspiring and experienced game designers. more

Why do we make games? Every designer has a different and very personal answer to that question. Soren Johnson, founder of Mohawk Games, sits down with noted designers to find out by examining their careers as a whole. more

The Game Dev Field Guide is a podcast series focused on teaching you how to make and launch your own video games. This podcast is aimed at the beginner to intermediate level of game developer. Learn things like how to make crisp movement controls, making eye catching sprites, and marketing your game for it's big release. Stay awhile and listen! more

In Think Like a Game Designer, award-winning designer and Stone Blade Entertainment CEO Justin Gary speaks with world-class game designers and creative experts from various industries. Each episode deconstructs the creative process, offering insights into the art of game design and the broader cultural, technological, and business influences shaping a myriad of creative mediums. Join us for actionable advice and unique perspectives that will enrich your understanding of what it means to be creative in and out of the gaming world. justingarydesign.substack.com more

🎙️ Game Dev Advice is hosted by 30+ year game industry veteran John 'JP' Podlasek, who interviews game designers, programmers, producers, artists, writers, arcade owners, CEOs, and more. Hear insider stories, practical tips, and real-world advice from across the gaming industry. Whether you're an aspiring developer or a longtime veteran, you'll find valuable insights, career guidance, and behind-the-scenes stories—sometimes funny, always honest. 👉 Subscribe now and visit GameDevAdvice.com for more. more

Spiritual successor is a comedy, video game design podcast inspired by Polygon's CoolGames Inc. Spiritual Successor is hosted by Blake Raya and AJ Hart Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Find out how video games get made! The official podcast for GameDeveloper.com brings you illuminating conversation and commentary from brilliant people in the video game industry. Hosted by Game Developer publisher Alissa McAloon and editor-in-chief Danielle Riendeau. Music by Mike Meehan. Published monthly. more

Come along with Hannah and Evan in a living documentation of the game design process, from the first spark of an idea, to every disastrous surprise. It's not an instruction manual, but a travel guide, with lots of unexpected stops along the way. more

A bi-weekly video game book club that takes a deep look at one game every episode. We discuss the literary elements, philosophical ideas, and game design decisions that make games great while keeping things funny and friendly. Tune in for some close readings of your favorite games! Email us at deeplistenspodcast@gmail.com more

A comedy game design podcast by two guys who know nothing about comedy nor game design.Join Trevor Scott and Ben Slinger as they take prompts from random word generators, movies, game titles and more and turn them into occasionally hilarious but always interesting game designs. more

Game Dev Local Podcast (Previously Game Dev London) is all about bringing game design and game development to the game developers and fanatics across the games industry. Our hosts and guests bring their expertise and knowledge to each episode as we aim to help everyone, from those just starting out, to those looking to hone their skills!Each episode focuses on a specific area of #gamedev, from design, to news, to what's hot in the UK game scene right now!For more information visit 'GameDevLocal.Com' and be sure to join our community by visiting 'GameDev.London/join' more

The GameMakers podcast publishes current, entertaining, and in-depth discussions on F2P game development. Topics that we cover include the business of games, F2P monetization, liveops, game design, game development processes, team structure, and more. more

Knox Game Design is a monthly discussion by game creators in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. We share our ideas, show off projects, and discuss current topics related to video game development. Our group explores the many facets of the game design process, such as coding, graphics, modeling, animation, story, and promotion. You can find out more information on the group including future meeting dates at knoxgamedesign.org more

What makes fighting games tick? Pros can tell you how to get better. Lab monsters can teach you combos. But here at Neutral Game, we're passionate about design. An interesting movelist, cool system mechanics, interesting writing, good teaching tools, compelling single player! A few mid-level fighting game friends discuss the genre, and the magic of a good fight. more

Paper Labyrinths is a podcast about overlapping disciplines of game design. Join Nic Tringali and Brendan McLeod as they have conversations with designers, artists, critics, and others whose work exists at the intersections of video games, analog games, and other forms of media. more

A podcast on gaming and video game design from both practical and academic perspectives.

The Game Design Journal podcast talks about the art of game design from the eyes of both a gamer and a designer.Experience your favourite games through the eyes of the host, Lefkos Savvides as he opens up his mind and talks about features, mechanics, user experience and overall game design of games that captured his heart. more

The Level Design podcast is your view into the world of game development through the lens of Level Design!Every two weeks we come at you with a great interview or discussion about games, the process of making games or game development adjacent topics. more

I analyze a game I love, discuss lessons learned from it, and then suggest straightforward tips to help every game developer sustain and grow their passion. Hosted by an ex music teacher turned indie game developer. more

Come hear pitches for the latest, greatest new video games, that will never be made! Listen as Isaac and Claire share their own vide game ideas (that of course, they will never make), discuss games that they love (and maybe don't), and rapid-fire come up with ideas live on tape! Start anywhere (we recommend after episode 60 or so for the best listening experience). Not only do we design games but we also break down popular games and the designs behind them. Sometimes we ask the big game design questions, like tackling replay-ability, difficulty and other things! more

The Game Dev Blueprint is your essential guide to the art, science, and business of building interactive worlds. Whether you are an aspiring indie developer, a seasoned designer, or a tech professional curious about the 3D revolution, we break down the mechanics of the world's most powerful engines. We go beyond the console to explore how Unreal Engine and Unity are transforming more than just gaming—from Virtual Production in Hollywood and Digital Twins in manufacturing to Automotive HMI and Architectural Visualization . Join us as we decode game design principles, technical workflows, and the future of real-time 3D creation. Subscribe to master the blueprint of modern development and discover how the skills used to make games are building the future of every industry. more

This is 'Games Every Designer Should Play,' the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join your lecturers in game design: Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant, as they explore the essential games that have left a lasting impression on the industry and on us.In each episode, we dissect and analyse a game that shaped the landscape of game design. From classic titles to contemporary masterpieces, we unravel the intricate layers of gameplay, narrative, and art direction, offering valuable insights for both aspiring and seasoned game designers.Whether you're looking for inspiration, seeking to understand the principles of great game design, or simply love exploring the artistry behind your favorite games, this podcast is your go-to source. Subscribe now for a front-row seat to the fascinating world of game design, and discover the games that every designer should play.At the end of the episode one of us will reveal to the others the game for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You'll have to listen to the end to find out! more

The podcast where nice gamedevs talk gaming and game development. Nice!

A game development log where I share the hardest game design problems, and share thoughts on the games I'm playing. My name is John Rudolph Drexler and you can find my games at catacombian.com more

Have you ever pondered why specific game mechanics are so engrossing while others fall flat? Let's uncover the secrets behind today's gaming hits and misses. From the compelling to the cringe-worthy, I explore the design choices that make or break the player experience.Host: Sergey Snegirev, a Head of Game Design and App Development.  more