In this episode of Coffee with a Dev, Kurt Tikoft shares his journey into game development, discussing his early influences, the impact of formal education, and the challenges he faces while developing his game, Your Holy and Virtuous Heretic.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Coffee with the Dev

01:22 Kurt's Journey into Game Development

06:14 Influential Games in Kurt's Life

11:08 The Evolution of Gaming and Indie Development

19:08 Formal Education vs. Independent Projects

26:35 The Impact of Game Jams on Development

30:06 The Importance of Feedback in Game Development

30:36 Balancing Game Development and Day Jobs

33:27 Navigating the Risk-Averse Game Industry

35:48 Time Management and Scheduling Challenges

38:20 Motivation and Discipline in Game Development

40:57 Introducing Your Holy Inverted Heretic

42:37 The Concept and Inspirations Behind the Game

46:16 Cultural Perspectives on Demons and Their Representation

52:01 Humanizing Demons: A Flawed Historical Document

55:38 Surprises in Game Development

56:15 Creative Limitations and Artistic Exploration

01:02:33 Challenges in Game Development

01:11:16 Personal Growth and Development Insights

01:13:29 Advice for Aspiring Game Developers