Podcasts about kohji nagata

Kohji Nagata has worn many hats—software developer, musician, podcast creator—but today he's best known as Head of Design and co-founder of Parallel Studios, where he helped launch the massively successful Web3 trading card game Parallel. What started as a passion project has become a genre-defining phenomenon, valued at one point at half a billion dollars. Kohji approaches design from a deep philosophical place, wrestling with fear of failure, perfectionism, and the drive to always improve. In this episode, he and Justin explore the creative tension between success and self-doubt, dissect the mechanics of resource systems in TCGs, and dig into the role of AI in the future of game design. Whether you're an aspiring creator or a veteran designer, this conversation offers a rare window into the mind of someone building at the frontier of games and technology. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justingarydesign.substack.com/subscribe

Trading card games (TCGs) have always been the most natural fit for web3. Their real-world analog cousins are inherently collectible, generally have a notion of rarity, and have a thriving secondary market. So it is no surprise that some of the earliest and most hyped entrants into web3 gaming have been TCGs, and perhaps none more so than Parallel, the Toronto-based company building an ambitious sci-fi themed game. To realize its ambitions, the team raised $50 million at a $500 million valuation and is making waves - one of its 1-of-1 cards sold for $1.1M million in ETH, and the game recently won the top prize at the prestigious GAM3 Awards dedicated to recognizing the best of web3 gaming. To learn more about what Parallel is building and how divorce software (yes, it's a thing) can prepare you for a career in web3 TCG game design, your host, Niko Vuori, sat down with Kohji Nagata, one of the founders of Parallel, for an enlightening conversation. To learn more about Parallel, visit https://www.parallel.life. You can find Kohji Nagata on LinkedIn.Also, big thanks to ZEBEDEE for making this episode possible! ZEBEDEE provides a plug-and-play API and SDK for seamless integration of instant, borderless, and low-fee payments using the Bitcoin Lightning Network. Want to better engage and monetize your global user base? Start for free at https://www.zebedee.io/ If you like the episode, please help others find us by leaving a 5-star rating or review! And if you have any comments, requests, or feedback shoot us a note at podcast@naavik.co. Watch the episode: YouTube ChannelFor more episodes and details: Podcast WebsiteFree newsletter: Naavik DigestFollow us: Twitter | LinkedIn | WebsiteSound design by Gavin Mc Cabe.

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I had the privilege of speaking with Kohji Nagata, the head of game design at Parallel, a Canadian gaming studio at the forefront of integrating AI and blockchain technologies. Our conversation offered a deep dive into Parallel's innovative projects, mainly focusing on how these technologies revolutionize the gaming industry. Kohji introduced us to Colony, a unique project epitomizing Parallel's innovative approach. He described Colony as a blend between a Tamagotchi and a Large Language Model, where players interact with an AI avatar that acts autonomously based on its memories and biography. This groundbreaking concept in gaming allows for a dynamic and unpredictable gameplay experience, setting Parallel apart from other studios. We discussed the Parallel Trading Card Game (TCG), a prime example of web3 and NFT integration in gaming. Kohji shared insights into the game's development process, highlighting the use of AI tools in coding and workflow enhancement. He also shed light on the involvement of industry veterans from Riot, Blizzard, Xbox Game Studios, Wizards of the Coast, and Epic Games, adding a layer of expertise to the project. Much of our conversation revolved around Parallel's community-first approach to game and tech development. Kohji and I explored how this strategy has shaped their projects and bolstered audience engagement, a crucial element in the success of modern gaming ventures. Looking ahead, Kohji shared his predictions for the future of blockchain and web3 in gaming. He envisioned a landscape where these technologies become more simplified and seamlessly integrated into gaming experiences, drawing a parallel to email's evolution and widespread adoption. Kohji also offered valuable advice to aspiring tech entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of taking action and solving problems along the way rather than getting bogged down in details. An intriguing aspect of our discussion was Kohji's recounting of how Parallel gained unexpected support from Chad Hurley, co-founder of YouTube. This serendipitous connection through a cold message on Twitter led to Chad's involvement as a co-founder, significantly contributing to the success and legitimacy of Parallel.

Kohji Nagata, co-founder of Parallel, joins the podcast to discuss the creation and development of the popular web 3 card game Parallel. He explains the concept of Parallel as a TCG (trading card game) similar to Magic the Gathering or Hearthstone, where players collect cards and build decks to compete against each other. Koji shares the inspiration behind Parallel, including his love for board games and card games, and the desire to create a game that incorporates the buying, selling, and trading of cards. He also discusses the rise of cooperative and PvE games during the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of socialization in gaming. Koji reveals that Parallel is working on a 3v3 mode to provide a team-like experience for players. He emphasizes the importance of building a game for gamers and the role of Web3 technology in enabling the buying, selling, and trading of cards. Koji also discusses the impact of COVID-19 on gaming trends and the rise of multiplayer co-op experiences.Key Takeaways: Parallel is a TCG (trading card game) where players collect cards and build decks to compete against each other. The game is inspired by Magic the Gathering and Hearthstone, with a focus on the buying, selling, and trading of cards. Parallel is working on a 3v3 mode to provide a team-like experience for players. The rise of cooperative and PvE games during COVID-19 reflects the need for socialization and escapism in gaming. Join the FOGDAO DiscordWatch the episode on YouTubeFollow the Future of Gaming: Twitter | LinkedIn

FOLLOW @ProjectSandlot and @MajorUniversity ON TWITTER Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/YA55M9PVTx **************************************************************************** How do you even get started?? Sandlot Talk: Season 1, Episode 10: Kohji Nagata – Game Architect, Parallel Alpha. Twitter: @parallelnftpod Updated Links Website: https://parallel.life/ Open Sea: https://opensea.io/collection/parallelalpha Discord: https://discord.gg/HuvQ5ZDxfH Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-in-parallel/id1581052863 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Majn1wI5JmPOzpTzX7zoL?si=1hIo_HZLRTOhNyvt3fnCkQ&dl_branch=1 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xODMxMjI4LnJzcw Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/3034da8b-57fc-49be-a22c-ffa9403dace4/LIFE-IN-PARALLEL ************************************************************************ Technology is incredible. Twitter allows us to connect with some amazing folks just by asking. Kohji is one of those legends who we DM'd and he just hit us back with a yes! One of our biggest guests to date, Kohji breaks down Parallel, a competitive card game on the Ethereum blockchain. He also dives into what it takes to start and commit to a project this size. If you have to work a second job and do it for free to get it off the ground, you do it. Whatever it takes! Kohji, thank you for spending time with us and sharing your story with our community. We are beyond grateful and can't wait to see what happens next! We are blessed to do what we do! If you enjoyed the video, or you hated it, let us know in the comments below! Either way it helps us battle the algorithm. Go make a positive impact on someone today. Have a great week everyone! Thank you for your support!

In celebration of our first year anniversary and the 50th milestone episode, we look back at some of our favourite mixtape stories from past episodes. You'll hear from Common Holly, David Hayman, Rhiannon Archer, Kip Berman, Kohji Nagata, Blue Sky Miners, Japanese Breakfast, Malin Johnson, Lilla Drömland, and Trevor LaRocque, along with samples of the memorable songs that were featured on their mixes.

In less than two years, Kohji Nagata has become the podcast master of Toronto.  After launching ISO: The Bunz Podcast, a show that interviews members of the popular bartering community Bunz, Kohji has gone on to produce two other podcasts.  We recently sat down with Kohji to talk about his various podcasts, playing in the indie rock band The Maladies of Adam Stokes, and the legendary mix-cd that introduced him to Weezer's Pinkerton.

Oh my god. It’s a Girly Mags special edition interview with Canadian sweetheart Ana Golja, starof the new web series Fare Trade.Join the GM Crew and special guest Kohji Nagata, from ISO the Bunz Podcast, as we sit downand talk shop with Ana about her new show, her upcoming album, the raw power of chelseahaircuts, and OG DEGRASSI TRIVIA.

It’s time to talk about time travel, paradoxes, and determinism with special guest, Kohji Nagata. Is time an unalterable mobius strip, or is there no fate but what we make? We hope this episode doesn’t throw you for a loop!

This week, Brendan, Phil, and Lisa welcome Kohji Nagata from Bunz Podcast network. Kohji joins in some retro reminiscing in celebration of the release of the SNES Classic. Phill kicks it off with a rundown of Halloween movies to check out around Toronto, including the traditional Saw movie. Next on the docket: Hollywood news. Hugh Hefner is getting a biopic, and the cast of the Fast and the Furious franchise are twitter feuding again. The crew takes a look at Blade Runner 2049. Phil talks about whether or not this new iteration of a beloved title lives up to its predacessor. Finally, Brendan talks about his time with the SNES Classic. He and the crew talk about some of the beloved titles available, Star Fox 2, and what they would have liked to see.