Game Dev Unchained

Our podcast breaks the mold of don't ask don't tell about the video game industry. We give everyone the real inside look at what its like to be a professional game developer, Every week we'll interview pro and indie developers, we'll talk jobs, studios, salaries and of course crunch horror stories. Tune in! Hosted by Brandon Pham

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0186.5: BONUS EPISODE- Announcing GduX.me

Game Dev Unchained

04/18/19 • 23 min

This is the first bonus episode where we discuss our first expo called, GduX.me. The first global game dev conference taking place between June 4-6 from 10AM PST to 5PM PST on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and our website. It's completely free and featuring 18+ speakers exploring the business of games.

0189: GDC 2019 Interviews (Storm in a Teacup) Close to the Sun with Joel Hakalax

Game Dev Unchained

05/07/19 • 31 min

This is the last of the three series of the interview we did at GDC that are also available in video form on our youtube account starting Thursdays. Early access as usual will be released for our Patreon supporters. This interview features game designer Joel Hakalax from Storm in a Teacup, as he walks us through their game Close to the Sun. This episode is brought to you by www.Quixel.com

0090: Rebooting System Shock With Jason Fader

Game Dev Unchained

06/13/17 • 58 min

Jason Fader was able to give us details on how System Shock's reboot came to be, why he chose to be part of the project and what fans of the game should be looking forward to in this Reboot (NOT REMASTER).

0072: Roundtable News- Occulus Vs Zenimax, Nintendo Switch, Gamestop Lying, Trump Ban

Game Dev Unchained

02/07/17 • 60 min

Raymond Graham sat down with us to discuss January's 2017 Roundtable News. We give our opinions on last month's biggest headlines! How much richer does Zenimax feel? New Nintendo Switch details, GameStop discouraging eschew sales, and what the Trump Ban on Immigration means for the game industry.

0036: Winning Character Art Techniques and Advice with Frankie DeRosa!

Game Dev Unchained

05/31/16 • 70 min

Frankie DeRosa gives us his tips and techniques on modeling, and texturing his characters. We go over his workflow and processes while also discussing his take on Johannes Helgesons's concept. Also, tons of career advice for budding Character Artists as well!

0248: Best of 2020

Game Dev Unchained

12/31/20 • 243 min

Wrapping up 2020 in the best way possible with some standout moments and lessons from fantastic people! Check out the show notes here: https://wp.me/pcB0ew-I1 SPONSERS: http://gameschoolonline.com/ Watch live 11 AM PST Tuesdays ● Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/sJtGmpV ● Website: http://gamedevunchained.com ● Twitter: https://twitter.com/BLUchamps ● Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bluchamps Every week Brandon talk to game developers on how to be successful.

0253: Roundtable News | Can the industry go fully remote?

Game Dev Unchained

01/19/21 • 70 min

A major paradigm shift for how me make games have occurred and we beg to ask the question: can we handle going fully remote? Check out the show notes: https://wp.me/pcB0ew-Lh Ray Graham: https://twitter.com/Wadarass Jason Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lee-b270a44/ This episode is brought to you by APP Figures! ●https://appfigures.com/?utm_source=gamedevunchained&utm_medium=podcast ●use our special code GDU3030 to get 30% off for the next 3 months

0263: Proceduralism in Games with Luiz Kruel

Game Dev Unchained

03/23/21 • 66 min

Every big game both indie and AAA are moving towards proceduralism. A movement Luiz plays a big part in by pushing Houdini game dev tools for industry acceptance. Check out the show notes: https://wp.me/pcB0ew-O7 Connect with Luiz Kruel! ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/luizkruel/ This episode is brought to you by Silen Media! You are creating an exciting world. But are the players truly connecting with your story? Go to SilenMedia.com/booking

0246: Indie Working with Big IPs featuring Mel Kirk

Game Dev Unchained

12/22/20 • 60 min

0312: AI Art Changing 2D Art and Concept Design Forever with Michael Shinde

Game Dev Unchained

01/03/23 • 76 min

About this episode:

AI Generation have jumped into the art scene faster and more furious than anyone has anticipated. Artists are at contention with each other on whether it's a technology that should be embraced or is entirely destructive to all creative industries. This week, I invited Michael Shinde, a Senior Concept Artist at Riot Games, to give an introductory look at what the big issues are and the general conversations involving AI Art.

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