The Key to Finishing Your Game and Enjoying the Entire Process

01/03/24 • 10 min

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Starting a game project is almost always fun, but as it evolves, challenges and doubts can creep in that start to quickly turn that fun game project into a grind.

If you're looking to not only finish your game, but enjoy the process too, check out these practical tips on shifting your mindset to conquer these common game dev struggles.

Discover how to turn "I HAVE tos" into "I GET tos" and transform not only your perspective but your game dev journey.

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Starting a game project is almost always fun, but as it evolves, challenges and doubts can creep in that start to quickly turn that fun game project into a grind.

If you're looking to not only finish your game, but enjoy the process too, check out these practical tips on shifting your mindset to conquer these common game dev struggles.

Discover how to turn "I HAVE tos" into "I GET tos" and transform not only your perspective but your game dev journey.

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In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, we dive deep into the one force that's constantly working against your game development goals – YOU!

...or more specifically, your resistance.

From the subtle procrastination to the obvious whiny inner voice, resistance takes many forms.

Join us as we explore how perfectionism, marketing, and even starting game development can be manifestations of this relentless foe.

Discover why resistance is a universal struggle and how our brains are wired to resist change.

The good news? While resistance never truly disappears, understanding and recognizing it is the key to overcoming it.

Learn how to silence that inner resistance and make real progress towards your game development dreams. Don't let resistance be the reason your game remains unfinished.

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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.