The Razzle Dazzle Show

This week on The Razzle Dazzle Show, we’re joined by Nick Wozniak, co-founder of Yacht Club Games and one of the creative forces behind the iconic Shovel Knight!

We dive into his journey through the indie game scene, his approach to art and animation, and what it takes to build games that feel both nostalgic and completely fresh.

Plus, we take a look at Mina the Hollower—Yacht Club’s bold new gothic adventure—what makes it stand out, and why it might be their most exciting project yet.

Special Guest - Nick "Woz" Wozniak

X: @norkwoz

IG: @norkwoz
https://www.yachtclubgames.com/games/mina-the-hollower/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1875580/Mina_the_Hollower/

Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Cohosts: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

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Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol, our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol.

The Kickstarter officially launches on June 4th, and this episode is all about what players can expect, how the campaign could impact the future of the project, and the philosophy behind asking a community to help bring a game like this to life.

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Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Executive Producer: Kendall Quinoñes.

Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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This week on The Razzle Dazzle Show, we’re joined by a true legend in the gaming space — Jirard Khalil, better known as The Completionist, for an exclusive interview!

From fully completing hundreds of games to building one of the most respected series on YouTube, Jirard has spent over a decade diving into every corner of gaming.

We talk about his journey, the reality behind completionism, creator burnout, gaming history, and what it really means to finish something—not just in games, but in life.

Special Guest - Jirard Khalil "The Completionist"

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPYJR2EIu0_MJaDeSGwkIVw

Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Cohosts: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

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Get ready to dive into the world of pixel art, animation, and indie game development with Abdullah Durrani! Best known for his work on Ember Knights, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, Tangledeep, and the upcoming SHADE Protocol, Abdullah has become one of the standout artists bringing modern pixel animation to life.

Join us as we talk about the art of making movement feel impactful, the challenges of animation in game design, working as the lead artist on SHADE Protocol, and his own solo passion project, Recoil!

We also talk all things SHADE Protocol as the Kickstarter campaign launches June 4th—be sure to follow the campaign and wishlist the game on Steam!

Special Guest - Abdullah Durrani

X: @AbdullahDurra10

https://durrani19.artstation.com/

https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_share⁠⁠⁠⁠

Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Executive Producer: Kendall Quinoñes.

Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol, our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol.

The Kickstarter officially launches on June 4th, and this episode is all about what players can expect, how the campaign could impact the future of the project, and the philosophy behind asking a community to help bring a game like this to life.

https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_share⁠⁠⁠⁠

Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Executive Producer: Kendall Quinoñes.

Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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This week on The Razzle Dazzle Show, we’re joined by Illia Bielikov, lead developer of SHADE Protocol and co-founder of Sparrow Bomb!

With over a decade of experience, Illia has done it all—programming, UX, and game design—all while chasing one core idea: games should feel like a cohesive experience, not just mechanics thrown together.

We dive into his journey from making Flash games on a PSP to overcoming a 5-year failed project, how that shaped his philosophy, and what it really takes to build something meaningful in today’s indie scene.

Plus, we talk SHADE Protocol, creative discipline, and why Illia believes talent is a myth.

Special Guest - Illia Bielikov

https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_share⁠⁠⁠⁠

Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Cohosts: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

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Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol, our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol.

Today’s spotlight is on a brand-new enemy being designed from the ground up: the Grappler. It’s a mid-range mechanical threat with a singular, focused purpose — and it introduces unblockable control into encounters in a way that changes how players must think about space, timing, and risk.

https://linktr.ee/LittleLegendaryGames?utm_source=linktree_profile_share⁠⁠⁠⁠

Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Executive Producer: Kendall Quinoñes.

Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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This week on The Razzle Dazzle Show, we’re joined by Dillan Schmitz (King Aurorus) — award-winning composer and sound designer behind the upcoming indie action title SHADE Protocol. A Berklee College of Music graduate and GDC speaker, Dillan has spent years crafting audio that doesn’t just support a story… it becomes part of it.

In this episode, we dive into Dillan’s journey into composition, the soundtracks that shaped him growing up, and how music helps build the atmosphere, identity, and emotion of a game. We also talk about his work on SHADE Protocol, exploring how the soundtrack helps bring Zura’s world to life and how game music changes when it has to respond to the player.

And this episode is just the beginning.

All month long on The Razzle Dazzle Show, we’re celebrating one year since the world announcement of SHADE Protocol by featuring members of the development team and diving into the creative process behind the game.

If you want to support the project:

Make sure to follow the game on Kickstarter and wishlist SHADE Protocol on Steam to help the team continue bringing this world to life.

Special Guest - Dillan Schmitz (King Aurorus)

https://kingaurorusmusic.com/

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Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Cohosts: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

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#razzledazzle #razzledazzleshow #podcast #videogames #indiegames #gameaudio #gamedev #shadeprotocol #kickstarter #steam #wishlist #gaming #popculture #fyp #explore

Welcome to another edition of BREAKING Protocol from The Razzle Dazzle Show — our ongoing mini-series where we break down key updates and design questions straight from the development of SHADE Protocol. These episodes are built around the game’s community engagement series, Devs Ask You, or DAUs — where Kendall and the team not only show what’s changing, but invite fans to shape the journey with them.

Today’s episode focuses on one of the most experimental and unpredictable Instruments in the game: the Chakram.

This weapon has gone through multiple iterations already, and it’s clear the team loves the fantasy behind it — but it’s also presenting some of the most complicated design challenges in the entire combat system.

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Host: Jared Gonzalez.

Executive Producer: Kendall Quinoñes.

Cohost: Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Join us as we discuss the latest season of Daredevil Born Again, and celebrate Chaz's birth-month!

Also, is Maul Shadow Lord necessary? Tune in to find out!

Hosts: Jared Gonzalez, Chaz Hawkins, Mauro Piquera.

Master Chief Engineer: Jared Gonzalez.

Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Graphics Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Digital Media Editor: Jared Gonzalez.

Producer: Jared Gonzalez.

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