Toxicity is a huge problem in games but game developers have a lot of tools in their arsenal to foster positivity through fundamental game mechanics. In this episode, Anna and Oscar discuss how exactly game mechanics can create one or another behaviour, the responsibility both developers and players have in reinforcing community rules and the fact that competitive doesn't equal toxic.

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In this episode, Oscar continues his podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about #gamedev but never dared to ask by talking to Joakim Achrén from Elite Game Developers about his origins and the challenges surrounding games investment.

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Nichola & Amy discuss body art within video games - do digital tattoos influence real-life tattoos, does there have to be meaning behind characters with tattoos/body art and could there be a way to better showcase tattoos in video games?  

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We talk to Matt Pennington of Profound Decisions, one of the world's largest LRP event organisers - delving into the design and logistics of running weekend events for over 2500 players.  

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In this episode, Oscar continues his podquest to learn everything you wanted to know about #gamedev but never dared to ask by talking to Nina Roussakoff from Lovewish Games about female representation in video games and why it's important.  

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In this episode, hosts Nichola and Adam discuss the rise of video game viewing, across YouTube, Twitch, and public Esports events! 

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In this episode Game Dev London host, Amy talks to Eden about Production in the game industry, and how she has found it! 

As well as some tips which she has to give to anyone who aspires to carve a route into production!  

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In this episode, Game Dev London host Chris talks to our newest podcast host Niall, a longtime games designer, and they discuss creating games both physically (board games) and digitally.  

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In this episode, Amy talks with Christopher about whether he has found his master's degree helpful within the games industry.  

They discuss the pros and cons of taking a master's, and whether it's a good idea to go straight into a job after your undergraduate degree.

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In this episode, Chris and Oscar discuss ad-based game monetisation and Riccitello's controversial comments about it.  

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