The Game Design Dojo Podcast

Brian McRae and Ike Herman: Indie Game Developers, Designers, Podcasters

Latest episode

GDD 026 : Limitless Production
02/1/2016 | 1h 5 mins.
Get more done in less time for lone wolf developers, hobbyists, large teams, and everything in between.
Listen now to Game Design Dojo Episode #026
GDD 025 : Virtual Reality Deep Dive
25/6/2015 | 1h 8 mins.
In this expansive episode Brian and Ike discuss the dream, tech, design, best practices, and market strategies of virtual reality for game developers.
Listen now to Game Design Dojo Episode #025
GDD 024 : Design – Metroidvania #1
11/5/2015 | 1h 6 mins.
In this first Metroidvania discussion Brian and Ike define the popular gameplay style, discuss its history, cite game examples, and explore player motivations.
Listen now to Game Design Dojo Episode #024
GDD 023 : Production – Lean Startup Decoded
17/4/2015 | 1h 3 mins.
How to use the "Lean Startup" method for game development. A discussion and exploration of how and when to use it for your projects.
Listen now to Game Design Dojo Episode #023
GDD 022 : Design – Physics Gameplay
12/2/2015 | 53 mins.
An exploration on using physics as the core mechanic as opposed to just a supporting simulation system.
Listen now to Game Design Dojo Episode #022