Podcasts about indie games

Die Welt der Indie-Games ist riesig – und irgendwo zwischen Pixelkunst, Wahnsinn und purem Chaos liegen die wirklich obskuren Perlen.Ruben wagt sich dorthin, wo andere längst den Controller weglegen: in die dunklen, absurden und manchmal völlig verrückten Ecken der Indie-Games-Welt. In Indie Obskur nimmt er euch mit auf seine Streifzüge durch schräge Titel, vergessene Geheimtipps und Spiele, bei denen man sich fragt: „Wer hat das eigentlich gemacht – und warum?“Seltsam, skurril, genial oder einfach nur komplett daneben – Ruben spielt sie alle. Und ihr dürft dabei zuhören.Den Big-N-Podcast Deluxe auf Stead findet ihr unter ⁠https://steady.page/de/big-n-podcast⁠Besucht uns auf ⁠www.bign-club.de⁠ und werdet Mitglied!Podcast-Credits:Sprecher: Ruben EschAudioproduktion: Ruben EschMusik: Lizenzfrei über freesound community

In episode 590 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers work through every flavor of people messing with your game, from hackers and exploiters to pirates and outright clones. They dig into what's actually worth losing sleep over, how to think about customer support when players break things on purpose, and why piracy and knockoffs might not always be the disaster they feel like in the moment."How Many Dudes?": https://howmanydudes.com00:00 Cold Open00:28 Introduction and Welcome04:55 Understanding Hacking and Game Exploits11:39 Customer Support and Hacking Issues17:13 Multiplayer Challenges and Hacking Prevention21:50 Game Breaking Strategies 26:12 Game Mechanics and Player Engagement28:57 Balancing Game Design and Player Experience32:10 The Concept of Save Scumming38:37 Intellectual Property Challenges in Game Development42:21 Understanding Game Reviews and Player Feedback51:59 The Silver Lining of Theft53:56 The Impact of Piracy on Game Success59:58 Understanding Clones and Rip-offsSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithbutterscotchSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/1LxNEnkChat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/bscotchSupport the podcast: https://moneygrab.bscotch.netLooking for help making and publishing your own games? Check out LudoKit, the web service we're building to help us with our own games: https://ludokit.com ★ Support this podcast ★

Eric and Michael went to Raleigh, NC to cover the Game and Geek Expo to cover the convention, do some interviews, and talk to the developers behind a few Indie Games that are coming soon!In this recap episode, we talk about everything we saw, everyone we met, everything we played, and Eric interviewing one of his personal gaming icons.Subscribe and leave a review — every rating/comment/thumbs up/follow helps more listeners discover the show.CHECK OUT EVERY GAME WE PLAYED:DRIFT BOOM BOOM:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2826510/DRIFT_BOOM_BOOM/Mira and the Legend of the Djinns:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1927360/Mira_and_the_Legend_of_the_Djinns/Midinous:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1727420/Midinous/#app_reviews_hashApocalypse Approaches:https://store.steampowered.com/app/3581870/Apocalypse_Approaches/Project Berserk:https://store.steampowered.com/app/3155390/Project_Berserk/https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/68615964/project-berserk-an-indie-fighting-game-projectLevel ReDesign (Toy Story 2: Reassembled):https://www.youtube.com/@Level_reDesign/videosComette:https://www.brendanhaugh.com/game-dev.htmlNano Raiders:https://sites.google.com/view/ctmgamesllc/nanoraidersHealer's Story:https://www.vientoverse.com/projectsDisclaimer: We received media badges for Game and Geek Expo in exchange for event coverage. While we don't believe this affected our enjoyment or experience of the show, we feel it's important to disclose this for full transparency.EPISODES COMING SOON:- THE FINALE OF RPG SUMMER- Resident Evil Movie Review- A 2-Part October Gameclub Series! (Spooky Game(s))Metro — Scandinavianz [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/NPKwINq8D_4⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Download / Stream: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://alplus.io/metro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jungle Mood — Peyruis [Audio Library Release]  Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/AE4AWGTNa-A⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Download / Stream: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://alplus.io/JungleMood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠——————————————#gameandgeekexpo #convention #retrogaming #videogames #gge2026

Controller kann nicht genug von Indie Spielen bekommen? Nichts neues! Deswegen kommt hier eine zweite Ladung der besten Indie Games auf der gamescom 2026. Freut euch auf: - Delphinium (00:06) - Crop (00:57) - Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School (01:59) - Vikings on Trampolines (02:23) - My Time at Evershine (02:43) - Name of the Will (03:29) - DeeSicks (04:35) - Lou's Lagoon (05:17)

Kurz vor Release von Transport Fever 3 reden wir über das neue Spiel - und wie die Spielereihe sich eigentlich entwickelt hat Denn früher hatte das Spiel nur 1 PC auf der Gamescom, jetzt haben sie einen ganzen Bus in Halle 8.

In episode 589 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers make the case that understanding your own workflow might be the most underrated skill in game development. They dig into how invisible bottlenecks and unchecked error rates quietly drain productivity, why most studio problems trace back to work that nobody can see, and what it actually looks like to map, measure, and improve the way your team gets things done."How Many Dudes?": https://howmanydudes.comStress-Free Game Development GDC Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9HRzE7_2XcThe Phoenix Project: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0988262592The DevOps Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G2GS39R00:00 Cold Open00:38 Introduction and Welcome02:16 Understanding Workflows in Game Development05:34 The Importance of Managing Workflows08:24 The Role of Bottlenecks in Development11:22 Defining Workflows and Their Impact14:24 Identifying Errors and Waste in Workflows17:15 Improving Quality of Life in Workflows20:22 Personalizing Workflow Solutions22:24 Understanding Error Rates and Workflow Efficiency26:14 Chaining Problems Together in Workflows32:04 Making Work Visible for Better Workflow36:15 The Importance of Documentation and Communication40:26 From Pre-Production to Production: Establishing Processes48:13 Iterative Improvement in Game Development01:00:28 Managing Team Growth and ComplexitySubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithbutterscotchSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/1LxNEnkChat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/bscotchSupport the podcast: https://moneygrab.bscotch.netLooking for help making and publishing your own games? Check out LudoKit, the web service we're building to help us with our own games: https://ludokit.com ★ Support this podcast ★

Aaron, Kate, and Emily (the hosts of No Small Games) are reunited to build indie game starter packs for five big indie game genres: platformer, farm/life sim, horror, deckbuilder, and RPG. ⭐This episode is sponsored by the finer things in life, like Stevie Bros. Pet Rocks, Boyfriend Kibble, and a crisp, frosty 3-pack of indie games.   Emily ➡️ https://superpodsaga.com/people/emily-merritt-eggKate ➡️ https://superpodsaga.com/people/kate-hunter-katerblossomNo Small Games ➡️ https://nosmallgames.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 Pre-Show Chattin'00:50 Introz10:56 Let's Pack Some Platformers20:22 Farm/Life Sims28:36 Packin' Some Horror Games40:18 Episode Sponsor [Stevie Bros. Pet Rocks]44:04 Ripping Open a Pack of Deckbuilders53:00 The Ultimate Indie RPG Starter Pack01:03:13 Wrappin' It UpCOOL LINKS:★Patreon★https://patreon.com/scabzilla★Ko-Fi★https://ko-fi.com/scabzillaBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/superpodsaga.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/superpodsagaWebsite: https://superpodsaga.com/

We break down the best reveals, biggest announcements, and standout games from the rest of Gamescom 2026 before reacting to the latest Grand Theft Auto VI news and what Rockstar's highly anticipated release could mean for the gaming industry at large?The Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-396 | Gamescom 2026: Best Reveals + GTA VI Reaction 0:00 - Intro2:02 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Pizza Tower7:20 - Mario on Sega master system8:53 - X-Men 97 costumes coming to Marvel Rivals10:46 - PlayStation debuts live TV12:15 - Gamescom 2026: Best Reveals 44:58 - GTA VI Reaction 1:05:48 - Castlevania appears to be getting a reboot1:10:08 - State of Decay 3 in good shape despite Xbox upheaval1:13:17 - Sonic Team head talks possibility of Sonic Mania 21:16:40 - Xbox boss confirms next gen Project Helix is more than one console1:20:56 - Al played Anomaly President, Midnight Fight Express1:23:59 - Stal played Aggelos, Street Fighter 61:28:07 - Stikz played Resident Evil Requiem1:31:32 - Turb played Onimusha Way of the Sword1:34:03 - Choc played Forza, Marvel RivalsIf you enjoyed the show, we'd be grateful for any show of support below:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us where ever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on Youtube or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Get levelheaded merch here: https://level857-shop.fourthwall.com/(5) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members***John L., DaBagel69(6) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5

Indie Games geven ons verhalen, mechanics en experimenten die de grote AAA uitgevers niet aandurven. Gepassioneerde game developers pushen met deze innovatie de standaarden van de industrie and we love it!

Puntata del 03/09/2026- Speciale Gamescom 2026 con Federico De Santis e Alessandra Borgonovo- Anteprime di Crazy Taxi, The Witcher 3, Metro 2039, Clutch, Control Resonant, Tides of Annihilation, Alien Isolation 2, Castlevania Belmont's Curse, Stupid Never Dies, Guns of Escathon- La prova di Apidya' Special- La prova di Future SoldierConsole Generation è la trasmissione radiofonica settimanale dedicata ai videogiochi, condotta da Andrea Facchinetti e Raffaele Cinquegrana. In diretta dal 2011 tutti i venerdì alle 22:30 su YouTube e Twitch e in podcast su tutte le piattafome.Su Console Generation trovi:* Le prove e le anteprime degli ultimi giochi in uscita* I commenti sulle principali news della settimana* Interviste e ospiti in diretta* Gli "Annunci improbabili", ovvero gli annunci dal vendo / compro / scambio più assurdi del web* La "Kojima Inutility", la rubrica inutile dedicata al maestro Kojima* La "Resident Evil Curiosity", una rubrica fissa dedicata al survival horror più famoso del mondo.Seguici su:* Sito internet: www.consolegeneration.it * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OBAlgJ948DFRPqlrFm803* Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/it/podcast/console-generation/id527727573?uo=4* Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c9b878aa-9b23-43d1-9d3b-5c679ca744bf/console-generation* Spreaker: http://www.spreaker.com/show/lo_show_di_console_generation* Instagram: consolegeneration* Facebook: @consolegeneration* YouTube: ConsoleGenerationIT* Twitch: Console Generation* Twitter: ConsoleGenerati* Telegram: https://t.me/consolegeneration* Gruppo Telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/OfXomETzwwIVeU9zObjDTw* Email: raffaele.cinquegrana@consolegeneration.it

In episode 588 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers get into the weeds on Steam store page optimization and what the data from How Many Dudes is suggesting. They break down what swapping screenshots and micro trailers appears to have done for visibility and conversion, where players are actually coming from, and why your visual hook might be doing more work than you think."How Many Dudes?": https://howmanydudes.com00:00 Cold Open00:48 Introduction and Welcome02:25 Sales Performance Analysis08:13 Comparative Sales Metrics11:29 The Importance of Game Hooks17:26 Store Page Optimization Strategies26:26 Understanding Traffic and Conversion Rates33:34 Analyzing Game Hooks and Marketing Strategies39:24 Micro Trailers and Their Impact on Sales45:24 Evaluating Game Trailers and Marketing Strategies48:51 Understanding Conversion Rates and Traffic Sources54:15 The Role of Unique Selling Points in Game Design59:36 Navigating Store Page Dynamics and User Behavior01:03:29 The Importance of End-to-End Game Experience AwarenessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithbutterscotchSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/1LxNEnkChat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/bscotchSupport the podcast: https://moneygrab.bscotch.netLooking for help making and publishing your own games? Check out LudoKit, the web service we're building to help us with our own games: https://ludokit.com ★ Support this podcast ★

Support my work on Patreon- https://patreon.com/realdavejackson Discord, Socials and more- https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebacklog After the breakout success of The Stanley Parable, Davey Wreden's next game is a bit darker and a lot more personal. The Beginner's Guide (Everything Unlimited Ltd, 2015) examines a lot of things, but at the forefront is the relationships we have with others and some complex and slippery situations that can arise. To say more would be to start spoiling things, but luckily we have a discussion longer than the game itself. As always, no spoilers for a while- enjoy! Guest info: Matt aka Stormageddon (they/them) Listen to "Fun" and Games https://funandgamespod.com/ Listen to Reignite https://reignitepod.libsyn.com/ Follow on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/djstormageddon.com TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Title Card 0:16 Introductions 4:38 Our Histories with Davey Wreden's Games 9:49 Top-Level Thoughts 13:38 Story and Game Setup 19:53 Narration and Thematic Overview 24:42 Who Should Play? 31:53 "Fun" and Games and Reignite 37:36 Spoiler Wall and Patron Thank-Yous 39:51 Spoilers- Davey & Coda 58:53 Spoilers- Thematic Exploration 1:31:24 Spoilers- More Thematic Exploration 1:52:51 Spoilers- Ending Music used in the episode is credited to Ryan Roth. Tracks used: Vertibrae, The Whisper Machine, Stars, D.S. Al Coda, Escape from This Place Check out Dave on Super Pod Saga talking about some great games you can get for under $5 full price- https://superpodsaga.com/episodes/5-buck-bangers-downwell Cover art by Jack Allen- find him at https://linktr.ee/JackAllenCaricatures

Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions. We may be almost through summer, but the gaming news continues to flow, for better or worse. We dig into some big indie game news stories from the past month, plus a little internet discourse, as a treat. As usual, we also have a ton of awesome game demos and new releases to tell you about! Make sure you stay through the end of the roundup because we have a very special bonus segment at the end, where we got to chat with our dear friends Cognitive Clips and Cecilie about this year's Games for Change Festival. They shared some great highlights from this year's event, some of which you can watch at the links in the show notes. Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - August Show Notes Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:48 - Icebreaker Question  00:13:00 - Indie Game News 00:34:15 - Demos 00:47:10 - Big Walk 00:57:36 - Capy Castaway 01:00:39 - Mind Inc. 01:03:10 - Sephiria 01:08:50 - Nimbit Frontier 01:13:52 - Lost & Found: A This Bed We Made Story 01:20:32 - Walk 01:24:46 - Fields of Mistria 01:38:28 - A Musical Story Meet our Guests CognitiveClips @cognitiveclips.bsky.social Jordan, aka CognitiveClips, is a gaming content creator and one of the co-hosts of Drop-in Drop-out Podcast. Jordan produces video essays, game impressions and playthroughs for YouTube. As a co-host on Drop-in Drop-out, he joins a large cast of rotating hosts and guests to discuss video game news, new releases and everything in between. Check out Jordan's content on: Bluesky  YouTube  Instagram  Drop-in Drop-out Podcast C3C1LIE @c3c1lie.bsky.social Cecilie works in advocacy and policy work at the United Nations, with a focus on international migration and displacement. She works with governments, NGOs, UN agencies and other stakeholders to uplift grassroots experiences and bring them to policy making spaces at the UN. She also occasionally streams on Twitch, including recapping events like Games for Change. Follow Cecilie on: Bluesky  Instagram  Twitch Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social  Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social  No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Indie game devs had their laptops stolen at Gamescom. One dev almost had to quit the show early. But don't they have security at these things?! Then we talk about missing merch at Anime NYC, too. Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gamescom 2026 is underway! We break down the biggest Opening Night Live reveals, share what impressed us most, and discuss what we still hope to see before the event wraps up.The Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-395: Gamescom 2026 came out swinging on opening night!00:00 - Intro1:29 - Indie Game of the Week: Sea of Stars7:55 - Gamescom 2026: Opening Night Reveals1:02:32 - Golden Axe: First Look at the New Animated Series Based on the Classic SEGA Game1:06:21 - 2XKO Active Development Will End in December 20261:11:07 - Stal played Aggelos1:13:58 - Stikz played Resident Evil Requiem, Street Fighter 2 Prime1:17:29 - Turb played Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo1:20:06 - Al played Anomaly PresidentIf you enjoyed the show, we'd be grateful for any show of support below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us where ever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on Youtube, Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Get levelheaded merch here: https://level857-shop.fourthwall.com/(5) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members***John L., DaBagel69(6) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5

In episode 587 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers point out that right now might actually be the best time to be an indie developer. They dig into why smaller, faster games are resonating with players, what the data from How Many Dudes tells them about market dynamics and visibility, and how studios can build sustainable businesses without burning themselves out in the process. "How Many Dudes?": https://howmanydudes.com"How Many Dudes?" Timeline blog: https://blog.bscotch.net/post/indie-game-dev-timeline-for-how-many-dudes/00:00 Cold Open00:31 Introduction and Welcome02:15 Postmortem Analysis of 'How Many Dudes'05:06 Understanding Game Success and Market Dynamics08:08 The Importance of Research and Development11:06 Interpreting Data and Making Decisions14:04 The Great Conjunction in Indie Game Development17:04 The Appeal of Smaller Indie Games20:14 Market Dynamics and Player Behavior29:35 Balancing Game Length and Player Engagement35:06 Navigating Post-Launch Updates and Player Expectations49:09 The Dilemma of Updating Underperforming Games50:05 Understanding Visibility and Market Demand54:05 The Importance of External Traffic for Game Sales59:45 The Distinction Between Game Quality and Market Appeal01:02:02 The Role of Cultural Relevance in Game SuccessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithbutterscotchSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/1LxNEnkChat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/bscotchSupport the podcast: https://moneygrab.bscotch.netLooking for help making and publishing your own games? Check out LudoKit, the web service we're building to help us with our own games: https://ludokit.com ★ Support this podcast ★

Anything can happen, you guys. Even a new episode of Save Your Game! Matt and Roses go back into their detective kits, grab their sidekicks with the cool hair, and dive into an incredible mystery in the new Detective Grimoire game, The Mermaid Mask! Our SECOND amazing game with "mermaid" in the title this year! So we sit in our 2,000-mile-long room and record this incredible episode. Enjoy!Games Mentioned: Fields of Mistria Stardew Valley Pokopia Animal Crossing The Mermaid Mask Tangle Tower Detective Grimoire Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Duck DetectiveEmail us! mattandroses@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/fPv7hRgTeV Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/saveyourgamepodcast

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to IndieQuest, a celebration of the indie and obscure! We start off chatting about Josh's engagement, dive into our indie themed gameshow - Indie Feudy, then bring 3 awesome indies to our ever-growing list of indie game recommendation, The Quest Log! We have a modern classic and a couple of brand new indie bangers! Grab your snacks, kick back, relax, and come hang out! ------------------------------------------Games talked about in the show (contains spoilers for the episode):----------------------------Disco Elysium, Denshattack!, Future Knight---------------------------------------------Leave us questions, comments, concerns, or feedback of any kind at our email  indiequestpod@gmail.com or follow us on BlueSky @indiequestpod!Send us emails with topics, questions, suggestions, or indie game recommendations at indiequestpod@gmail.com!If you want to see the Quest Log go to indiequestpod.com! This will be updated as episodes are released, be wary though because it may contain spoilers for the episode!Follow our Hosts here:Steve on twitch - twitch.tv/BlinkoomJosh on BlueSky - @JoshLeslieSeth on BlueSky - @captaindrachmaYou want to comment on something we talk about on a podcast?! Check out the network's reddit!https://www.reddit.com/r/polymedia/Special thanks to the intro music artist CrossFrog and the cover artist for the show @d3ltari on Instagram.Support the show - We're a proud part of the Polymedia Network!www.polymedianetwork.com

This episode, Brett, Austin, and Jason open with Fields of Mistria, the cozy farming RPG that just closed out two years of Early Access with a full 1.0 launch. Rather than just recapping the new features, the crew digs into what two years of visibly community-shaped development actually produced, and why that kind of patience is rarer than it should be. From there, they turn to Mouse: P.I. For Hire, the rubberhose noir shooter that turned into one of 2026's biggest surprise hits — breaking down the critical split between outlets, where the praise is genuinely earned, and where a stretched-out middle act tests the patience of even its biggest fans. The second half gets heavier. Leaked gameplay footage from Star Wars: Magellan, a canceled co-op action-RPG that never saw the light of day, opens a conversation about what actually gets greenlit in the Star Wars universe right now — and what quietly dies before players ever get a say. The guys close things out with a timely look at the pre-release backlash cycle, using the recent pile-on around Marvel's Wolverine footage as a jumping-off point to ask a bigger question: why does gaming discourse keep declaring games dead before anyone's actually played them? Whether you've got fifteen hours to sink into a cartoon detective mouse or just enough time to catch up on what's shaping the industry right now, this episode covers the wins worth celebrating and the patterns worth questioning. Show Notes: 0:58 - Housekeeping 1:51 - Fields of Mistria: The Farming Sim That Spent 2 Years Listening 19:34 - Mouse P.I. for Hire: Style, Substance and Surprise 44:05 - Star Wars Magellan: What Gets Greenlit vs. What Quietly Dies 1:11:07 - Why Are Games Judged Before Anyone Plays Them? 2:02:42 - Upcoming Video Game Releases Become a part of the conversation! If you donate $1 or more on Patreon you can get exclusive access to the Patreon-only chat and channels on the server. Visit our website to find our social channels, check past podcasts and donate to the show.Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see all of our latest videos as they drop. Credits:"Blue Groove Deluxe" by BlueFoxMusic on audiojungle.netWoman Announcer - Ariana Guerra; Actress"Wisdom" by Super Nostalgia 64

We've been head-down doing developer things (more on that very soon)! That makes this quite the episode. Earnings! Circana! EA is now privately held! Microsoft is biffing it! Roblox is screwed! And much, much, much more! You can support Virtual Economy's growth via our Ko-Fi and also purchase Virtual Economy merchandise! TIME STAMPS [00:03:36] - Circana Report on U.S. Video Game Spending for July 2026 [00:17:45] - Microsoft Q4 FY26 Earnings, Console Price Hikes [00:32:02] - Sony Q1 FY27 Earnings [00:39:25] - Nintendo Q1 FY27 Earnings [00:47:34] - Capcom Q1 FY27 Earnings [00:52:57] - Sega Q1 FY27 Earnings [00:59:00] - Square Enix Q1 FY27 Earnings [01:09:50] - Take-Two Q1 FY27 Earnings [01:14:35] - Remedy Entertainment Q2 FY26 Earnings [01:19:40] - Investment Interlude [01:44:53] - Quick Hits [01:51:07] - Labor Report [02:11:37] - Indie Games of the Week SOURCES Earnings Release FY26 Q4 | Microsoft Xbox UK and Europe console price hikes revealed - and it's even worse than we expected | Eurogamer Q1 FY2026 Consolidated Financial Results | Sony Consolidated Results for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 and 2026 | Nintendo Consolidated financial results for the 1st Quarter of FY2026 | Capcom Consolidated Financial Results for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2026 (Japanese GAAP) | Sega SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD. ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE THREE-MONTH PERIOD ENDED JUNE 30, 2026 | Square Enix Remedy Entertainment Plc: Half-Year Financial Report January–June 2026: CONTROL Resonant set to launch on September 24th | Remedy Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Reports Results for Fiscal First Quarter 2027 | Take-Two INVESTMENT INTERLUDE EA Announces Completion of Acquisition by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners | EA Judge sets March 2027 trial on Paramount-Warner Bros deal | Reuters Tripledot Studios acquires Supersonic from Unity for $40m | GamesIndustry Secret Mode opens new Sheffield studio to support internal titles | GamesIndustry Deus Ex and Dishonored designer Harvey Smith has a new studio making immersive sims | Engadget Devolver wants to delist because indie publishing is not 'compatible' with public trading | Game Developer Epic Games sells ArtStation and Sketchfab to KitBash | Game Developer Roblox shares plummet by 70% after the company reports persistent decline in player numbers, and of course the solution involves AI | PC Gamer LABOR REPORT Double Fine Laid off 23 People | Double Fine on Bluesky Bethesda layoffs include the artist responsible for designing Skyrim's khajiit and argonians, who had been at the company for 27 years | PC Gamer Candy Crush maker King has declined staff's collective bargaining agreement | Game Developer BREAKING: Netflix to shut down two more game studios | Game File Report: Crossfire dev That's No Moon lays off 14 staff | Game Developer Witcher multiplayer spin-off Project Sirius hit by fresh layoffs | GamesIndustry The studio behind Blumhouse-published horror game Crisol: Theater of Idols has reportedly shut down | VGC Court orders Midgar Studio to liquidate after failing to secure a buyer | GamesIndustry Report: FIFA World Cup developer Refactor Games shuttered by Delphi Interactive | Game Developer The Ambitious Open-World Cyberpunk Action Game Troy Baker Was Working On Gets Hit With Mass Layoff | Kotaku Studio founded by former Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes GM lays off staff | Game Developer The Alters and Frostpunk developer 11 Bit Studios is laying off 20 employees | Game Developer INDIE GAMES OF THE WEEK Manda - The Incident at Galley House, Developed by William Rous and Evil Trout Mike - Rogue Eclipse, Developed by HUSKRAFTS

Here are five indie games you should definitely try! Gameplay from the following sources: - BallxPitt Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xU1voPpJkJA - DenshAttack Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYLxd2T05UQ - Mina the Hollower Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwPdHkBBEJs - Mina the Hollower: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Kx17VN7x9A - Mouse: PI for Hire Trailer: https://youtu.be/N5aA150iHkw - Mouse: PI for Hire: https://youtu.be/6oJLld6ntQQ - Motorslice: https://youtu.be/OrFhhGW5ja8 - Motorslice Trailer: https://youtu.be/9IpIugFjXa0 - Iron Nest Trailer: https://youtu.be/35hAxxPml2E - Iron Nest Gameplay: https://youtu.be/SKP_7eYSPdc Buy the games! Ball X Pitt - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2062430/BALL_x_PIT/ DenshAttack: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2524850/Denshattack/ Mina The Hollower: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1875580/Mina_the_Hollower/ Mouse PI for Hire: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2416450/MOUSE_PI_For_Hire/ MotorSlice: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2830030/MOTORSLICE/ Iron Nest: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2950790/IRON_NEST_Heavy_Turret_Simulator/ Ads Aspire Drinks: aspiredrinks.com/discount/RHAZE Promo code: RHAZE MyDeals.Page/ajhf Afurera Coffee Co. : www.afueracoffee.com/discount/RHAZE Promo Code: RHAZE Socials: ► ► ►www.unscriptedgaming.com ► ► ► unscriptpodcast@gmail.com ► ► ► Follow us on BlueSky: bsky.app/profile/unscripted-gaming.bsky.social ► ► ►Music: Sonic & Knuckles "Electromotive Skyforce" ► ► ► Background Music: Royalty Free Music: www.bensound.com License code: ZTUP1OETPAQWUQDQ ► ► ► Background Music: "Straight" by www.bensound.com ► ► ► Want to read Ray's Sci-fi books?: a.co/d/5k2hEU3

Are AAA games getting too big for their own good? We discuss ballooning budgets, longer development cycles, massive teams, cutting-edge graphics, monetization, and whether the modern AAA model has become unsustainable.Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-394: Are AAA Games Getting Too Big for Their Own Good?00:00 - Intro1:40 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Vampire Survivors7:38 - Are AAA Games Getting Too Big for Their Own Good?1:09:45 - Aspyr Promises More Lord Of The Rings Revivals In The Future1:13:54 - The Simpsons: Hit & Run is coming back, according to Matt Groening1:17:22 - Bethesda Dev Says Cuts Were Rare Before Xbox Took Over: ‘All Of A Sudden We Have Yearly Layoffs'1:22:21 - Al played Anomaly President1:24:52 - Stal played Aggelos1:27:30 - Stikz played Geometry Wars Galaxy1:29:49 - Turb played Resident Evil Requiem1:33:48 - Choc played Marvel Tokon Fighting SoulsIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, doing anything below goes a long way:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us where ever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on Youtube, Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Get levelheaded merch here: https://level857-shop.fourthwall.com/(5) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members***John L., DaBagel69(6) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are counting down the biggest indie games of EVERY month this year! From Quarantine Zone and Mewgenics to Slay the Spire 2, Meccha Chameleon, Big Walk and more, we're picking the indie that owned each month. Which video games deserve the crown? We're celebrating the weird, wild, and addictive video games that have made indie gaming impossible to ignore. One game. Every month. Nothing but gaming goodness on the Video Gamers Podcast! Quarantine Zone: The Last Check⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419520/Quarantine_Zone_The_Last_Check/  Mewgenics⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/686060/Mewgenics/  Slay the Spire 2⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2868840/Slay_the_Spire_2/  Windrose⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041230/Windrose/  Gamble With Your Friends⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/3892270/Gamble_With_Your_Friends/  MECCHA CHAMELEON⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/4704690/MECCHA_CHAMELEON/  Palworld⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1623730/Palworld/  Big Walk⁠ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1478500/Big_Walk/ Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol' Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf, Phelps, Bobby S, NorwegianGreaser, Dettmarp and NightWizard63   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: Milkman, Drewsky, Jigglepuf and BadGam3rDad   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: https://discord.gg/h2cHKAvSmu Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@videogamerspod Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod     Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 586 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers discuss the current state of game sales, post-launch support strategies, and how community engagement and critical mass influence a game's longevity. They explore the strategic considerations behind post-launch game updates, including when to update, what kind of updates are effective, and how updates influence marketing and player engagement."How Many Dudes?": https://howmanydudes.com00:00 Cold Open00:33 Introduction and Welcome04:36 Current Status of 'How Many Dudes' Sales10:44 Sales Trends and Market Analysis20:50 Community Engagement and Critical Mass22:10 The Impact of Game Awards on Sales25:13 Post-Launch Strategies: What Comes Next?26:28 Deciding on Updates: When to Move On29:04 The Role of Player Base in Game Success31:04 Transformative Updates: When a Game Needs a Relaunch35:57 The Dilemma of Post-Launch Support38:24 Navigating the Risks of Game Launches42:16 The Importance of Marketing and Social Graphs44:39 Testing Theories: Making Meaningful Updates48:28 The Impact of Game Updates on Player Sentiment51:02 Influencer Activity and Marketing Opportunities53:00 Leveraging Updates for Marketing Success56:06 The Role of Free Updates vs. DLCs01:02:11 Evaluating Opportunity Costs in Game DevelopmentSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithbutterscotchSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/1LxNEnkChat with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/bscotchSupport the podcast: https://moneygrab.bscotch.netLooking for help making and publishing your own games? Check out LudoKit, the web service we're building to help us with our own games: https://ludokit.com ★ Support this podcast ★

Please consider supporting the show on Patreon! You can also click here to join the free Discord server or connect with the show on Bluesky and Instagram!"Every parry is a conversation. What are you trying to tell me, Yi?"This week begins the conversation around Nine Sols, a "Taopunk" 2024 release from Red Candle Games. Part Metroidvania and part Souls-like, Nine Sols challenges players not just mechanically but intellectually, weaving the dichotomy of science and spirituality throughout a tale of revenge quest. Co-host Erik (Pages of Play) joins for both part I and part II; this episode covers our general thoughts, development history, mechanics, and art style. Oh, and of course...can't forget about discussions on difficulty and "getting gud!" Hope you love the show today. Please enjoy!Relevant LinksTV Obsessive articleYouTube Dev Interview"Behind the Music"Into Indie Games articleThank you for listening! Want to reach out to PPR? Send your questions, comments, and recommendations to pixelprojectradio@gmail.com! And as ever, any ratings and/or reviews left on your platform of choice are greatly appreciated!

Is there really such a thing as a perfect video game? In this episode, we debate what it actually takes for a game to earn that label, whether a 10/10 score should mean flawless, and how much personal taste factors into the equation.Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-393: Does the Perfect Game Exist?00:00 - Intro03:03 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - OlliOlli World06:38 - Does the Perfect Game Exist?1:20:05 - Take-Two Boss Defends No Disc Version of GTA 6, Equates Physical Releases to Vinyl Records & a GTA6 Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix1:24:38 - Xbox Project Helix Offers Complete Backward Compatibility1:28:24 - Xbox cut thousands of jobs, but a bigger threat to game development may be happening lower down the ladder & Turkey's AI dilemma is a perfect example1:33:20 - 7 classic JRPGs that are so good they never need a remake1:36:44 - Al played Anomaly Agent1:38:39 - Stal played Fire Emblem Path of Radiance1:40:20 - Stikz played Nervous Brickdown1:42:07 - Turb played Devil May Cry 51:44:01 - Choc played Halo Campaign Evolved, Gears E-Day, Marvel TokkonIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, doing anything below goes a long way:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us where ever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on Youtube, Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Get levelheaded merch here: https://level857-shop.fourthwall.com/(5) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members***John L., DaBagel69(6) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5

In episode 585 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers dig into the post-launch data for How Many Dudes, unpacking what Steam review scores, wishlist ratios, playtime histograms, and demo numbers are actually telling them. From there they get into the harder question of what to do with negative reviews, how to tell the difference between feedback worth acting on and noise worth ignoring, and how they're thinking about difficulty and accessibility as the game finds its audience.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:26 Introduction and Welcome02:16 Post-launch HMD community feedback07:25 Wishlists trend and projections13:42 Demo and full launch relationship 28:10 Accessing feedback37:08 Addressing negative feedback41:35 Conflicting feedback50:47 Updating the game based on feedbackTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to IndieQuest, a celebration of the indie and obscure! After 128 episodes we finally have our friend Rusty back on to talk indie games! We ask him THE BIG QUESTION, bring a wide variety of indie games to the Quest Log, and a lot more! Come hang out and maybe, just maybe, you'll discover a new favorite.Check out Rusty's Youtube Channel----Steve and Josh were on DrunkFriend interviewing Sean Velasco of Yacht Club Games! ------------------------------------------Games talked about in the show (contains spoilers for the episode):----------------------------Tinkykin, One Turn Kill, birdsong, Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, Gecko Gods---------------------------------------------Leave us questions, comments, concerns, or feedback of any kind at our email  indiequestpod@gmail.com or follow us on BlueSky @indiequestpod!Send us emails with topics, questions, suggestions, or indie game recommendations at indiequestpod@gmail.com!If you want to see the Quest Log go to indiequestpod.com! This will be updated as episodes are released, be wary though because it may contain spoilers for the episode!Follow our Hosts here:Steve on twitch - twitch.tv/BlinkoomJosh on BlueSky - @JoshLeslieSeth on BlueSky - @captaindrachmaYou want to comment on something we talk about on a podcast?! Check out the network's reddit!https://www.reddit.com/r/polymedia/Special thanks to the intro music artist CrossFrog and the cover artist for the show @d3ltari on Instagram.Support the show - We're a proud part of the Polymedia Network!www.polymedianetwork.com

How many ways can you die in a mechanic simulator? What year did the Wii and PS3 actually come out? And what's the best way to deal with fascism? These questions and many more might be answered on this jam packed episode of the Maximum Utcast! Later, Jonathan is joined by Sean Velasco, Alec Faulkner, and Nick Wozniak of Yacht Club Games to talk about what might be in store for their company now that Mina the Hollower has released (you can watch the video for that here: https://youtu.be/IalSAVwXsn0 ). And then somehow we conclude our videogames show with ~20 mins of comic book chat, mostly centered around Spider-Man and his newest movie (extremely minimal spoilers for the Spider-Man: Brand New Day film, but maximum spoilers for like 30 or 40 years of Spider-Man comics).0:00:00 - The Many Ways to Die of Intense Relaxation in My Summer Car0:09:13 - 2017, the Year of the Wii and PS30:12:55 - For the Record, We're Anti-Master-D0:25:22 - Devolver's Going Indie (Again)0:33:09 - What's Next for Yacht Club Games After Mina the Hollower?0:54:57 - Germs On the Mind1:03:50 - Game Devs Really Took Chances with the PS11:06:43 - Spider-Man 4eva1:10:27 - Spider-Man Free Play Chat1:16:15 - I Feel So Much for Henchmen1:19:48 - The Tick was Great1:25:11 - Wrap Up/Plugs/Thanks Patrons!Learn about Yacht Club Games on their website: https://www.yachtclubgames.com/Read the longer interview with Yacht Club Games eventually in an upcoming issue of Lock On: https://www.lostincult.co.uk/lockonSubscribe to the print magazine Nintendo Force: https://www.nintendoforcemagazine.com/Read the written website of this show: https://maxutmost.com/Follow Jonathan Holmes on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tronknotts.bsky.socialFollow Zoey on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttwav.bsky.socialFollow the podcast on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttwav.bsky.socialFollow Daniel on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/douibyorthst.bsky.socialSupport Zoey's Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/adzukenSupport the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ttwav

This week Eric puts up a fight, Matt learns to juggle, PlayStation and EA want to serve your more ads, Ghost Recon gets new content, GTAVI goes to Netflix, itch.io has a great indie game bundle, and we're both sold on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave! Releases: MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls & Signy & Mino: Against All Gods

So far, 2026 has been a busy old year for some of our favourite genres here at Indieventure! You may remember Rebecca's deep dive into life sims a few weeks ago, and now Rachel's here with her own focussed topic: detective games. To celebrate the recent releases of The Mermaid Mask, The Incident at Galley House, and Desktop Explorer, your intrepid hosting trio are here to have a good old natter about detectives, mysteries, and investigations in indie games – and since it's probably the area of interest all three of us overlap on the most, we've got plenty to say! In addition to spoiler-free overviews of those latest releases, expect to hear about some classics of the genre, hidden gems we want to highlight, personal favourites, and loads more. We also don't necessarily contain ourselves just to video games on this occasion, since of course mysteries abound in books, films, and TV shows too, and this is one of those narrative genres where the conventions found in different media can really inform one another. As always, we end with our latest hyperfixations, and it's a three-for-two deal this week since Liam and Rachel are of course both all about the new Charli xcx album: Music, Fashion, Film. Meanwhile, in another unsurprising turn of events, Rebecca finally got around to watching I Saw the TV Glow and immediately became a Jane Schoenbrun evangelist. Our music was written and performed by Ollie Newbury! Find him on Instagram at @newbsmusic. Meanwhile, you can find us at indieventurepodcast.co.uk or wherever you listen to podcasts. Don't forget that you can now join our dedicated Discord too, and be sure to check out our new Steam Curator page if you simply still can't get enough of us!

We discuss whether there is room for a new game console manufacturer and examine the chances of whether Sega, Apple, Samsung, Panasonic, and other companies would have competing against PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC gaming. We also debate what a new platform would need to offer, which company has the strongest chance, and whether gamers would actually support another console.Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-392: Is There Room for Another Player in the Console Wars?00:00 - Intro03:00 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Neon White06:57 - Is There Room for Another Player in the Console Wars?56:42 - Sony doubles down on axing physical game discs1:00:21 - Gears of War: E-Day devs are embracing 'old-school' multiplayer in 20261:03:30 - Xbox disc-to-digital program confirms retro 360 era catalog release window1:06:40 - Dave Bautista in Talks to Join God of War TV Series as Kratos1:10:35 - Al played Rhythm Heaven Groove1:14:28 - Stal played Fire Emblem Path of Radiance1:17:02 - Stikz played Saros1:21:36 - Turb played Star Fox1:24:40 - Choc played Halo Campaign EvolvedIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, doing anything below goes a long way:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us where ever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on Youtube, Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Get levelheaded merch here: https://level857-shop.fourthwall.com/(5) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members***John L., DaBagel69(6) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5

In episode 584 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers are fresh off the biggest launch in Butterscotch history, and they're breaking down exactly what happened. They dig into the numbers behind How Many Dudes hitting 100,000 sales in two days, what drove the momentum, how it compares to their previous launches, and what the long tail might look like from here. They also get into the emotional side of shipping something this fast, what mobile looks like as a next step, and what a launch like this means for how they think about building games going forward.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:31 Introduction and Welcome01:34 Post-launch How Many Dudes? numbers13:25 Wishlists trend and price strategy15:25 Understanding platform algorithms and visibility26:43 Comparing launch metrics33:29 Mobile numbers and launch metrics42:00 Community feedback45:32 Emotional arc after the launch01:04 Evaluating the game dev approach for HMDTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

Support my work on Patreon- https://patreon.com/realdavejackson Discord, Socials and more- https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebacklog Join Dave and special guest Luis Aguasvivas as they discuss Arco (Franek, Max Cahill, Bibiki and Fayer, 2024). Arco blends tactical turn-based combat with a revenge story spanning multiple protagonists. It's an ambitious game that coalesces in some magical ways, but falls short in some others, making it ripe for discussion. As always, no spoilers in the episode for a while- enjoy! Guest info: Luis Aguasvivas (he/they) Check out Luis's writing https://aguaspoints.com/ Follow on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/aguaspoints.bsky.social TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Title Card 0:20 Introductions 3:56 Our Histories with Arco 6:52 Top-Level Thoughts 13:13 Story Setup 17:52 Multiple Protagonist Structure 22:58 Dramatic Irony and Post-Colonial Narratives 28:48 Visual Design 35:33 Soundtrack 40:13 Combat 49:38 Fantasy Elements and Morality System 1:03:55 Who Should Play? 1:07:55 Luis' Writing 1:11:58 Spoiler Wall and Patron Thank-Yous 1:14:20 Spoilers- Different Story Paths 1:26:01 Spoilers- Act Five 1:39:41 Spoilers- Tizo's Story 1:51:22 Spoilers- Violence as Interaction in Games 2:01:54 Spoilers- Fighting the Ocean in Historical Fiction Music used in the episode is credited to Bibiki. Tracks used: Arena y Alquitrán, Forgotten Memories, Blood Spit, Whispers of Magic, Where Iyos Live, Sempiternal Cover art by Jack Allen- find him at https://linktr.ee/JackAllenCaricatures

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really take to create music for a video game?NickMoses05 sits down with award-winning video-game composer Chase Bethea for a behind-the-scenes conversation about game music, creativity and building a career in the gaming industry.Chase explains how his musical journey began with the Game Boy Camera, how he transforms an idea into an interactive soundtrack and what it is like managing music for multiple games simultaneously. He also discusses Black representation in the gaming industry, the importance of recognizing your natural talents and the advice he would give aspiring video-game composers.You will also hear about one of the strangest—and most unforgettable—objects Chase has ever used to create a sound for a game.This conversation originally appeared on the NickMoses05 YouTube channel and is now being released for the first time on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast feed.Topics include:• How Chase began creating video-game music• The process behind composing an interactive soundtrack• Managing several game projects at once• Black representation in gaming and game development• Advice for aspiring composers• Chase's future goals• The strangest sound-making instrument he has ever createdFollow the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast for gaming news, interviews, industry conversations and debates from the world of video games.Watch NickMoses05 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRP7jR1vqgdNwUIXH6r8uZASupport the show

In this week's episode of The Game Informer Show, the crew highlights the best indie games of 2026 so far. No, this isn't an exhaustive list, but after listening, you'll likely have several new video game recommendations to play. Highlights include The Mermaid Mask, Into The Grid, Super Battle Golf, and Helix: Descent N Ascent. Are there a couple of games that are technically not indie on this list? Yes, but they embody the spirit of small games made by smaller teams.  The Game Informer Show is a weekly podcast covering the video game industry. Join us every Friday for chats about video game reviews, news, and exclusive reveals alongside Game Informer staff and special guests from around the industry.Support the show by subscribing to our physical video game magazine! Watch the video version: YouTubeFollow our hosts online:Alex Van Aken (@itsVanAken)Marcus Stewart (@MarcusStewart7)Wesley LeBlanc (@WesleyLeBlanc)Jump ahead using these timestamps:00:00 – Intro03:15 – Best Indie Games of 202654:35 – Small Teams, Big Potential (Upcoming Indie Games)58:18 - Ad Break58:19 - Scarlet Deer Inn (Adventure Game Made of Embroidery)01:06:00 - Helix: Descent N Ascent (Monochrome 2D Puzzler)01:11:00 - Listener Questions

This week, we revisit the Nintendo Entertainment System to discuss the best co-op games that made sharing the couch, coordinating attacks, and occasionally sabotaging Player 2 unforgettable! Special shoutout to @Massproduc3 for suggesting this week's main topic!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-391: These Are The Very Best Co-Op Games on the 8-Bit NES!00:00 - Intro02:27 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - Stray05:20 - Best Co-Op Games on NES1:03:15 - Xbox Is Putting Ads Before Games, And It Feels Gross1:08:18 - After 15 Years, Resident Evil 5 Has Finally Been Dethroned as The Series' Best-Selling Game1:12:30 - Sega Won't Ditch Physical Media, But Says Digital Expansion Is Vital1:17:13 - Al played Rhythm Heaven Saga1:21:26 - Stal played Fire Emblem Path of Radiance1:24:48 - Stikz played Thimblewead park1:30:08 - Turb played Resident Evil RequiemIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, doing anything below goes a long way:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us where ever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on Youtube, Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Get levelheaded merch here: https://level857-shop.fourthwall.com/(5) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members***John L., DaBagel69(6) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5

Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions. It's confession time: we play an ungodly number of indie games in July. We have a roundup to conquer all roundups lined up, full of brand spankin' new games, earlier 2026 games that we missed, and even classic indies dating back all the way to 2011! There's truly something in here for every type of gamer: from the stone cold nerds who want to solve mysteries using programming languages, to players who just want to be a speeding bus doing skate park tricks. We hope you find a new favorite game among these delightful titles. Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - July 2026 Show Notes Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:04 - Icebreaker Question 00:17:13 - Indie Game News 00:32:38 - Demos 00:49:20 - Letter Lost 00:58:22 - OFFBEAT 01:05:15 - Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division 01:11:34 - Denshattack! 01:16:12 - Wabisabi Sushi Derby 01:24:29 - Book of Travels 01:30:20 - TR-49 01:37:06 - To The Moon 01:43:34 - Desktop Explorer 01:52:35 - 1000xRESIST 2nd Playthrough 01:55:17 - MECCHA CHAMELEON 01:58:53 - YAPYAP Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social  Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social  No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

In episode 583 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers are one day out from the How Many Dudes launch and walking through everything still in motion, from wishlist momentum and embargo management to Steam Deck verification and what the algorithm might actually do. They share how they're thinking through best and worst case scenarios, what lessons from Crashlands 2 are shaping their expectations, and how to stay sane when everything is out of your hands.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:29 Introduction and Welcome01:57 Pre-launch preparations and expectations03:58 Tracking wishlists and launch momentum06:01 Understanding platform algorithms and visibility08:14 Managing embargoes and influencer coverage10:09 Dealing with embargo breaks and public reactions12:02 Impact of demo updates and new content15:06 Community feedback and stereotypes in game content18:56 Post-launch content and ongoing engagement20:50 Leveraging short-form videos and social media24:03 Viral content and audience engagement30:02 Platform feature opportunities and challenges33:02 Lessons learned and final advice for indie devs41:44 Initial challenges with verification and wishlists45:27 Audience demographics and regional differences48:18 Comparing launch metrics: Crashlands 2 vs. How Many Dudes?51:52 Managing launch day activities and team coordination55:14 Handling community feedback and negative comments01:00:17 Setting expectations and scenario planning for launch01:07:09 Post-launch analysis and adjusting expectationsTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

Roses has the vapors over a man who left her life after being yelled at in a pottery studio. After she mourns this loss, she and Matt discuss the fun (but flawed) Letter Lost and the innovative mechanics of The Incident at Galley HouseGames Mentioned: Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Pokopia Pokemon Sun/Moon Buncha Other Pokemon Games Super Mario Odyssey Banjo Kazooie Letter Lost Forbidden Solitaire The Roottrees are Dead Type Help The Incident at Galley House The Colonel's Bequest Life is ShortEmail us! mattandroses@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/fPv7hRgTeVFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/saveyourgamepodcast

Send us Fan MailWelcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! This week, Roger sits down with Julian Spillane and Jason Canam from Komi Games to talk about their upcoming title, Gemini X!Be sure to follow Komi Games on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/komigames.bsky.socialWishlist Gemini X: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4360760/Gemini_X/Support the showHere are a few ways you can support Gamerheads!Leave us a review!Not only does your review help fellow gamers discover our podcast, but it also provides valuable insights for us as content creators. Your feedback serves as a compass, guiding us in crafting episodes that cater to your interests, addressing topics that matter to you, and enhancing your overall listening experience. Your words have the power to influence the direction of future episodes and ensure that we continue delivering content that captivates and engages.Review us on Goodpods! Review us on Apple Podcasts!Review us on Spotify!Join our Discord!In The Gamerheads Podcast Discord, you'll find a haven for lively discussions, where you can chat about the latest releases and share your gaming experiences with fellow gamers.Join our Patreon today  https://www.patreon.com/gamerheadsFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/gamerheadspodcast.comMusic: Jeff Dasler - Recused...

We revisit the games that felt manageable when we were younger but seem nearly impossible to beat now!Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-390: Games You Beat as a Kid but Probably Can't Beat Now!00:00 - Intro1:35 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - SIFU5:14 - Games You Beat as a Kid but Can't Beat Now1:16:35 - God Of War To Recast Lead Kratos After Ryan Hurst Suffers Injury On Set Of Prime Video Series1:21:03 - GameStop CEO Says Games Are “Irrelevant” To Company Revenue1:25:20 - Square Enix Once Again Skips Switch 2 Upgrade Path For Octopath Traveler Collection1:30:28 - Games Played Discussion 1:30:39 - Al played Resident Evil Requiem1:31:42 - Stal played Blasphemus The Third Sin DLC1:34:48 - Stikz played Zeno Tilt1:38:35 - Turb played Fire Emblem Three HousesIf you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, doing anything below goes a long way:(1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family(2) Rate/Review us where ever you get your podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857(3) Become a member on Youtube, Fourthwall or Patreon for exclusive perks and discounts on merch! https://www.857ent.com/#membership(4) Get levelheaded merch here: https://level857-shop.fourthwall.com/(5) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD***Special shout out to all of our supporters, especially our Boss Level Members***John L.(6) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/WHauNxQAM5

In episode 582 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers share what they've learned about designing games that are easy to talk about before they're even finished. With How Many Dudes days from launch, they dig into how scope, platform focus, and building around shared human experiences can set a game up to market itself.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:26 Introduction and Welcome02:36 Letting Content Dictate the Format of Your Game05:03 The Importance of Cultural Context and Invisible Influences09:50 Design Constraints: Mass Contentability and Approachability15:08 Market Testing and Early Feedback Strategies20:00 Pivoting and Iteration: When and How to Change Course24:51 Using Community and Social Media for Feedback30:04 Balancing Creativity, Marketability, and Execution35:05 The Challenges and Realities of Solo Development40:05 Leveraging Past Success and Market Trends45:00 The Power of High-Level Concepts and Simplicity50:01 Avoiding Over-Reliance on Genre and Trends55:01 The Iterative Process: From Idea to Market-Ready Game59:57 Handling Failures and Pivoting Effectively01:04:52 The Role of Marketing and Community Engagement01:09:58 Final Tips for Indie Developers and Future PlanningTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode 581 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers recap the full year-long journey of How Many Dudes. From a GMTK game jam entry to a bean burrito short that hit 900k views, blowing past 100k wishlists by January, and everything in between. They break down what actually moved the needle, what the numbers looked like along the way, and what the final push to July 30th looks like from the inside.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:19 Introduction and Welcome02:02 Retrospective of 'How Many Dudes' development04:21 Using game jams as market testing08:24 Early marketing efforts and wish list milestones12:08 Impact of YouTube Shorts and influencer videos16:28 The role of signals and metrics in decision making22:16 Store page strategy and launch preparations27:15 Marketing levers and cross-promotion tactics33:56 Demo release and early feedback44:23 Post-launch growth and community engagement50:12 Final preparations and launch day insightsTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

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Head to http://factormeals.com/kindafunny50off and use code kindafunny50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. (See website for more details).Head over to http://patreon.com/kindafunny this month to grab a membership and receive exclusive content and ad-free episodes!Thank you for the support! Run of Show - 00:00:00 - Start00:05:14 - WTF Will the Games Industry Look Like in 5 Years?00:32:54 - Ads00:35:09 - Streaming Games Will Be The Future?!00:45:28 - Will Xbox Still Exist?00:54:29 - Disc Drives?01:03:11 - PlayStation & PC01:06:30 - AAA Slowing Down?01:09:13 - Indie Games?01:12:40 - Valve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In episode 580 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers pull back the curtain on exactly how they're launching How Many Dudes, covering everything from timing, influencer outreach, trailer creation, to post-launch strategies. They discuss how they navigate the complexities of game marketing, with a reminder that most of what determines a launch's success was decided long before launch day.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:27 Introduction and Welcome02:44 Game Development Status08:28 Marketing Strategies and Influencer Outreach11:37 Handling Embargoes and Coverage14:40 Final Preparations Before Launch21:41 Crafting Effective Launch Trailers23:48 Understanding Audience Engagement and Store Page Dynamics25:36 The Role of Influencers in Game Marketing29:43 Navigating Pre-Launch Strategies and Expectations34:45 Leveraging Ads and Algorithmic Visibility39:34 Game Design Decisions and Player Experience43:39 Innovative Marketing Strategies for Indie Games48:06 Navigating Influencer Marketing Challenges50:46 The Role of Reviews in Game Success52:34 Balancing Passion and Commercial Viability55:48 Challenges in Mobile Game LaunchesTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode 579 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers dig into the pricing on Valve's new Steam Machine and how much of today's hardware costs comes down to components, inflation, and tariffs versus companies testing what the market will bear. From there, they turn to the cost of making a game like GTA6 and whether player expectations have kept pace with what it actually takes to build at that scale.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:18 Introduction and Welcome02:47 Pricing and Market Context05:37 Component Costs and Inflation Impact08:45 Comparative Analysis of Console Prices11:41 Historical Pricing Trends in Gaming17:46 The Value Proposition of the Steam Machine26:58 Analyzing Price Increases in Gaming Consoles29:56 Understanding Market Dynamics and Price Strategies33:55 The Impact of Inflation on Gaming Costs41:51 Grand Theft Auto Pricing and Market Reactions48:48 Early Access and Monetization Strategies53:49 The Cost of Gaming Hardware56:31 Consumer Expectations and Pricing01:00:16 Valve's Position in the Gaming MarketTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★