Category: Game Dev’s Quest

Taylor and Rett set out to find the skills to create and program their own video games all while trying to embody the phrase, “if we can do it, you can too”

GAME DEV’S QUEST e88: REPLACEMENT RETTS

This week, ManBeardGames is Rett, Mattyk1ns is Taylor, and Taylor is a distant memory being remembered. Or something like that….

We hear updates on what everyone has been working on over the last few months and some of the struggles that have come with that. Then, we discuss what it takes to get a job as a developer, games we have been playing, and finally, we brainstorm some ideas to enhance the GDQ community.

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e87: MYSECRETWEAPON

Taylor is joined by good friend and GDQ discord Moderator Josh Rankin, AKA MySecretWeapon. They discuss Josh’s journey into gamedev, working with a gamedev team, balancing gamedev with family time, OMGJam5, D & D, and more! Make sure to play the MSWGames on itch and gamejolt.

PS: Here’s the video for the Making of Legend of Zelda Taylor referred to.

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e86: POST-JAM SOLO

This week, Taylor holds down the podcast all by his lonesome! He discusses his experience using HTML5 Canvas for OMGJam5, the idea of sticking to an engine or trying ALL OF THEM, and finding meaning in life.

Thanks to everyone who participated in OMGJam5, we are really proud of your effort and appreciate your support! Play the games over on itch!

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e85: DAY OF THE DENTIST

We are fast approaching OMGJam5 y’all. If you have not yet signed up get over to our itch.io page to do so. And help us spread the word!

Rett visited the dentist this week. Taylor is sheltering stray cats. The power of open source shows itself to Taylor. And of course, don’t forget to vote!

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e84: PREP TALK

This week, we talk about our preparations for OMGJam5. Taylor dug into canvas, and considered signing up for the Gamkedo Club. Rett got into his old console games and reminisced about his favorites. Then we deep dive into hardware differences and the Oculus Quest.

Don’t forget, we are hosting The One Mechanic Game Jam 5 starting November 2nd. Sign up at bit.ly/omgjam5!

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e83: TOP TEN

This week we dissect our all time top ten favorite video games. Let us know what you think of our picks and share yours!

Don’t forget, we are hosting The One Mechanic Game Jam 5 starting November 2nd. Sign up at bit.ly/omgjam5!

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e82: STRANGE TIMES

Taylor and Rett lost a whole recording, so they spend the morning getting caught up, talking climate change, electric cars, battery technology, and freecodecamp.org.

OMGJam5 is set to commence the first weekend of November, that’s the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. So clear your calendar, get your team (or not) and get signed up over at itch.io.

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e81: BENJAMIN BASIC

This week, we are joined by a special guest, Benjamin Basic, founder of Treneon Games and lead developer on the soon to be released game Neon Town. We discuss his experience as an animator, securing an investor, and starting a game dev studio. Head over to https://www.treneongames.com/ for more information about Benjamin’s games and studio.

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e80: COFFEE WITH BUTTERSCOTCH

Butterscotch Shenanigans joins us in the studio to talk about game dev with their signature Bscotch spin! They share stories about managing time, maintaining interest in your work, bad haircuts, and childhood brawls. Then we discuss the merits of engaging with a mentor or tutor, tapping into deep work, and executing your ideas.

Visit bscotch.net to find out more about Crashlands, Shenanicon, and the podcast, Coffee With Butterscotch.

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GAME DEV’S QUEST e79: CLOTHES BROS

A quick check in before Taylor and Rett work on something special. Taylor has been working on web development to take a break from game dev and keep his skills sharp. Taylor has been watching Lost and Rett has been playing Spiderman.

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