One Habit That Will Transform Your Game Development Journey

01/17/24 • 9 min

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In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, the host Brandon, reflects on key insights he's learned from his experience making games.

He explores the often underestimated aspects of planning and meetings in game development, debunking the myth that they're only crucial for larger teams.

The episode emphasizes the transformative impact of strategic planning, daily check-ins, and clear communication, sharing personal experiences and practical tips.

Learn how these professional techniques have elevated productivity and shifted the game development approach from amateur to pro.

Don't miss this valuable guide for indie developers navigating the journey to game completion.

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In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, the host Brandon, reflects on key insights he's learned from his experience making games.

He explores the often underestimated aspects of planning and meetings in game development, debunking the myth that they're only crucial for larger teams.

The episode emphasizes the transformative impact of strategic planning, daily check-ins, and clear communication, sharing personal experiences and practical tips.

Learn how these professional techniques have elevated productivity and shifted the game development approach from amateur to pro.

Don't miss this valuable guide for indie developers navigating the journey to game completion.

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In this episode of The Indie Game Development podcast, our host Brandon, reflects on the unexpected twists in his 90-day challenge to publish a game on Steam. What started as a quick project became a 7-and-a-half-month emotional rollercoaster.

Brandon openly discusses feelings of embarrassment and imposter syndrome, revealing the human side of game development.

Despite meticulous planning, the episode unveils underestimated timeframes and project management challenges, dispelling the notion of scope creep.

This episode serves as a raw and relatable resource for indie developers, offering insights into the highs and lows of the creative process.

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Join host Brandon on The Indie Game Development podcast as he sits down with Matt of Watt Designs, the mastermind behind the highly anticipated "Isle Goblin" – one of Steam's most wishlisted indie games.

In this episode, Matt shares his remarkable journey, starting as a pixel art hobbyist and evolving into a prominent figure in indie game development.

Discover the secrets behind Watt's recent success with a 30-day game release, "This is Hell," that garnered positive reviews on Steam.

With nearly 50,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel, Watt discusses his insights into content creation and offers valuable tips for aspiring developers navigating the indie gaming landscape.

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