The Side Quest

• Join me as I sit down with the developer behind the upcoming hardcore single-player survival game, Road to Vostok. We take a closer look at how new developers can approach getting a job in the industry, maximizing your games potential, AI tools in gaming, the industry as a whole and of course his title, Road to Vostok.

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• Road to Vostok is a hardcore single-player survival game set in the perilous post-apocalyptic borderlands between Finland and Russia. Players must navigate survival challenges, scavenge for resources, strategically plan their route, and prepare themselves to journey across the Border Zone into the dangerous and mysterious area known as Vostok.

• I’m joined by game developer and tattoo artist Vince to talk about how the industry is evolving in 2024, how he approaches playtesting with his title, and everything you need to know about upcoming hand-drawing metroidvania, Super Roboy.

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• Super Roboy is a unique hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a post-apocalyptic world where players can absorb enemy skills and explore a rich, interconnected environment. This emotional tale unfolds through comic book cutscenes, following the journey of a young robot on a quest to find his father, featuring gameplay that encourages exploiting enemy weaknesses and mastering a variety of unique attacks.

• Today I'm joined by Michael, the developer of upcoming story driven arena shooter, GlitchStorm and Celina who handles the games sound design, voice over, and music
• Now Michael has been in the industry for about 15 years working at both Techland as a level and senior lighting artist and Lucid Games as a level designer -
• We dig into multiplayer replication, AI in development, and of course GlitchStorm.

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• GlitchStorm is a story-driven arena shooter set in a future where humans are nearing extinction, and a new AI species called "Artificials" emerges. Players take on the role of an Artificial learning to navigate and survive in competitive tournaments by mastering hacking techniques to manipulate enemies and the environment. The gameplay features a mix of powerful weaponry, innovative hacking mechanisms, and fluid player movement.
• And check out Celina’s work on her channels:

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• I sit down with Mitko from team Dreamteck to get his take on the state of indie and AAA titles, how Steams new policy to allow AI created games will impact indie game developers, whether or not you NEED a publisher in 2024, and his teams upcoming high speed adventure, OVERRIDER!

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• OVERRRIDER merges the exhilaration of board riding with a unique roguelike gameplay experience. Set in the aftermath of human civilization's collapse, players step into the shoes of Vihra, a young inventor driven to explore the world beyond her village. The game offers fast paced, high intensity gameplay that will leave you wanting more each and every time!

• I’m joined by indie game developer Felipe to talk whether games have gotten to large, whether or not the roles have shifted between Indie and AAA games in 2024, how his team is approaching their first dev cycle and launch, and of course, his upcoming action-adventure roguelite, Veil of Shadows.

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• Veil of Shadows is an action-adventure game infused with roguelite elements. It offers players a nostalgic nod to beloved classics where players embark on a mysterious journey as Sirene. The game encourages exploration across three different maps where players can thrive in a world that pays homage to retro gaming experiences.

• I sit down with artist, cartoonist, and indie developer Jon Nielsen to get his perspective on approaching the industry as a freelancer, the importance of NextFest when marketing your game, and his newly released title, WitchHand.

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• WitchHand is a strategy game where players utilize cards to cultivate an empire of witches and manage their coven's expansion and power. The game challenges players to explore, forge or battle rival factions, all while striving to impress the Council of Fates and navigate the mystery of the Ninth's sudden emergence.

• What exactly is the standard for games with puzzle driven elements in them in 2024? Join game developer Al and I as we take a closer look at the the standard for puzzle driven games, making multiple titles at the same time, how to approach marketing as an indie game dev, and what you can expect from early access game. Dream of the Star Haven.

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• Dream of the Star Haven is an early access platformer that invites players to join in its development process. The game focuses on short, simple, and minimalist gameplay, with a core triple-leap mechanic and gravity-rotation feature.

• I sit down with indie game developer Kurtis to talk about the state of AAA in 2024 and how Covid may have a part to play in that, the support that Indie game developers do (or don’t get) compared to the rest of the world, and his teams’ upcoming story driven metroidvania, Dewborne Dawn!

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• Dewborne Dawn is an upcoming story-driven Metroidvania offering players a hand-drawn, rich narrative experience where they can explore the last haven of a dying world, battling against the all-consuming blight to bring hope back to the survivors.

• Indie game developer Julien and I take a closer look at the main three game engines: Unity, Godot, and Unreal. We explore the trends that are predicted to be on the rise in 2024, and take a closer look at his upcoming GameCube inspired title, Seed of Life.

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• Seed of Life is an old school GameCube inspired action-adventure game where players take on the role of Hope, a spirit in the form of a gray wolf, joined by an unexpected companion, a bluebird named Letty. Players can explore picturesque landscapes, battle formidable foes, and unlock new abilities as they embark on a quest to restore balance to Nature and uncover hidden secrets.

Doug from Triple Tap Games and I take a look at what defines success for an indie game developer in today's competitive market, the state of AAA games in 2024, and what players can expect from upcoming psychological horror, first-person platformer, The Unknown.

• Wishlist The Unknown on Steam

The Unknown takes players through a twisted reality of heart-pounding psychological horror where they can solve intricate puzzles, dodge deadly obstacles, and unravel the mysteries hidden within.