Waffle: How this game reached 500k daily players

Episode 19: James Robinson runs the ever-popular game, Wafflegame.net. In his first-ever podcast, he shares the history of Waffle, where it is headed, and how it has reached 500,000 daily players.

James discusses the game's design, user feedback, and the human-centric approach to game creation. Themes include his accidental success, and the future plans for Waffle Studio.

Check out James's games and links:
https://wafflegame.net https://www.facebook.com/wafflegame
https://www.threads.net/@thatwafflegame
https://twitter.com/thatwafflegame
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• (00:00) - Opening Remarks and Podcast Introduction
• (00:25) - Reflections on Interview with James Robinson
• (01:46) - Introducing James Robinson and Waffle Studio
• (02:40) - James Robinson's Gaming Favorites and Influences
• (03:50) - Early Programming Experiences and Creative Beginnings
• (05:59) - The Journey from Hobbyist to Game Developer
• (07:45) - Design Philosophy Behind Waffle
• (10:59) - Curating Puzzles: The Blend of Algorithm and Creativity
• (16:24) - Player Engagement and Feedback Insights
• (19:06) - Exploring New Game Ideas and Future Plans
• (22:41) - Reflecting on Offers to Sell Waffle and Future Aspirations
• (30:26) - Engaging with the Gaming Community and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
• (33:03) - Exploring Game Crossovers and Collaborations
• (34:40) - The Genesis of Collaborative Projects
• (36:24) - The Viral Journey of Waffle: From Launch to Popularity
• (42:38) - Navigating Trademarks and Copycats in Game Development
• (45:18) - Monetization Strategies and the Shift to Ads
• (48:28) - Expanding into Mobile Apps and Future Plans
• (54:02) - Building a Game Studio and Community Engagement
• (01:00:05) - Advice for Aspiring Game Developers
• (01:02:50) - Embracing AI in Game Development

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