Pours and Pixels

We sit down with Patrik Jarlestam, lead composer for Valheim and cofounder of Solidsounds. We discuss Scandinavian influences on Patrik and his work, the process of creating atmosphere and conveying emotion through music, and much more. Plus a world exclusive announcement that you won't want to miss! So grab your favorite dram and listen along!

You can find more of Patrik's work here: 

https://store.steampowered.com/app/892970/Valheim/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1620250/Valheim_Soundtrack/

https://twitter.com/PatrikJarlestam

http://www.patrikjarlestam.se/

http://www.solidsounds.se/

We sit down with Kaleb to talk about AAA game development, working on brand new IPs, and what it was like to design levels for Halo Infinite. Plus, we talk about a indie project inspired by Halo: ODST.  

Pour your favorite beverage and join the conversation. 

You can find more from Kaleb here:

twitter.com/gearshift_media 

artstation.com/kalebnek 

gearshiftmedia.itch.io/dropzone

We sit down with Brian Clarke of DarkStone Digital, creator of the sensational new "The Mortuary Assistant". 

We talk through the game design, inspiration, and much more. Enjoy a pour with us and check out the conversation. 

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1295920/The_Mortuary_Assistant/

We sit down with Kyle Rasmusson and Nathan Kellman of Rubyshark games to discuss level design, career motivation and pathways, and much more. Come enjoy a drink with us and listen to these devs share their experiences. 

You can find them on Twitter at @RubySharkGames and on Steam. 

We sit down with Mark Gregory. Game designer at Flix Interactive (Sea of Thieves) and Studio head at Freesphere to discuss horror games, how mods and mod toolsets benefit devs and gamers, mental health in the industry, and get a sneak peek at a couple of upcoming titles from the team at Freesphere. 

You can find Mark's work here: 

https://www.freesphere.uk/

https://twitter.com/markgregory_

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1734000/Necropolis_Suite/

We take a look at every main-line Assassins Creed release and discuss the good, the bad, and the identity crisis that is defining the series at the moment. 

We take a look at some of the ups and downs of the AAA development world as well as the pros and cons of indie gaming. 

Come join us for our maiden voyage as we discuss what you can expect from the show and talk through some of our favorite games of all time!