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Jan 30, 2021

Maddy Thorson (Celeste, TowerFall) joins us to discuss the evolution of their excellent catalog of platformers, how Celeste made them reconsider difficulty, and the benefits of working with a team you can trust.

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Maddy Thorson

Celeste Classic 2

Celeste source code

Axiom Verge randomizer

Spelunky...


Jan 15, 2021

Narrative Director Xalavier Nelson Jr. joins us fresh from his announcement of Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator, the latest in his lengthy list of collaborations. We discuss the methodology behind his prolific oeuvre, the benefits of planning ahead, and how he approaches the unique narrative of a game...


Jan 8, 2021

The final installment of a special miniseries produced by developer Die Gute Fabrik, an examination of their wonderful 'mutant soap opera' told through the lens of its music. In this episode, they discuss the rest of the game's Story Mode music, and play some early sketches.

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Die Gute Fabrik

Mutazione...


Jan 1, 2021

Immersive puzzle designer Laura E. Hall returns for another huge year-end show, as we each count down our Top 5 games of 2020, alongside picks from previous guests and our listeners. Happy New Year!

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Laura E. Hall
Planning Your Escape: Strategy Secrets to Make You an Escape Room Superstar
Every Game in...