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IndieSider #31: Super Happy Fun Block by Ethan Benanav


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Super Happy Fun Block is a 2D puzzle-platformer for iOS. Ball’s monochromatic world is being invaded by colorful blocks — but he can make them disappear with a swipe to the left or right. Control the blocks to solve puzzles, rescue stars, and restore the world.

In this interview, Molten Tomato developer Ethan Benanav discusses what he learned working at Zynga that he brought to his indie game studio; the 2D engines he used to create Super Happy Fun Block; the dangers and elegance of writing code without source control; and making his game more accessible.

Watch the video above, or download the audio edition from Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Pandora, Amazon Music, Overcast, Spotify, Pocket Casts, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, RadioPublic, or the Internet Archive.

Links mentioned in this episode:

  • Super Happy Fun Block by Ethan Benanav
  • Cocos2d and Box2D
  • Chase Bethea, music production & sound design
  • Leo’s Fortune
  • emily is away
  • Full disclosure: this game was provided to IndieSider by the developer.

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