Unpacking - The Fun Behind the Foley
Explore the intricate world of foley audio production for the game 'Unpacking', delving into the unexpected challenges and creative solutions encountered in creating 14,000 unique sound files.
Ambisonics and the Great Outdoors
Explore the future of spatial audio with ambisonics, their importance in game audio, and how they enhance player experience in this insightful session by Blair Devereaux.
From Clash of Clans to Everdale - Scaling from Solo to Social
Explore Supercell's journey in scaling game technology from solo to social play, focusing on Everdale's development challenges and innovative solutions for multiplayer experiences.
Procedural Grass in Ghost of Tsushima
Explore techniques for generating, rendering, and animating vast fields of realistic grass within performance limits, as demonstrated in 'Ghost of Tsushima' by graphics programmer Eric Wohllaib.
Great Level Design is a Studio-Wide Effort
Explore how all studio teams contribute to exceptional level design, and learn effective communication strategies for level designers to optimize collaboration and achieve outstanding results.
Genesis Noir - Bringing Jazz Improvisation to Gaming
Explore how jazz improvisation techniques inspire engaging gameplay, using dynamic audio and MIDI for interactive jam sessions in game development.
Stop Getting Lost - Make Cognitive Maps, Not Levels
Explore cognitive science and urbanism to design game spaces that prevent player disorientation. Learn techniques for creating intuitive, memorable environments that enhance navigation and player experience.
Space Station 13 - Behind One of the Largest Open Source Games
Explore the unique challenges and design processes of open source game development through the lens of 'Space Station 13', one of the largest community-driven projects in gaming.
Games Subscriptions - Is the "Netflix of Games" Inevitable and What Does It Mean for Developers?
Explore the impact of game subscription services on the industry, comparing models like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Now, and analyzing their implications for developers and the future of gaming.
Knocking on Death's Door - Designing a New Bunker for 'Horizon Forbidden West'
Explore the creation and iteration process of the "Death's Door" quest in Horizon Forbidden West, delving into level design techniques and challenges faced during development.
Solo Development - Myths, Reality and Survival Strategies
Explore the realities of solo game development through successful developers' experiences, debunking myths and uncovering essential strategies for thriving in this challenging path.
One Frame in Halo Infinite
Explore efficient cross-platform execution solutions for game development, focusing on Halo Infinite's innovative approaches to optimize performance and enhance gameplay across multiple platforms.
Why My Students Design Escape Rooms
Discover how designing escape rooms enhances game design skills like brainstorming, prototyping, and iteration. Learn innovative teaching methods for developing creative problem-solving abilities in students.
What Can Game Designers Learn from Competitive Reality Shows
Explore how competitive reality shows offer insights for game design, including strategic gameplay, emergent narratives, and complex player experiences.
Playtesting - God of War
Explore how playtesting shaped the development of God of War (2018) through insights from industry experts on user feedback, iterative design, and gameplay refinement.
Press Y to Cry - Generating Emotions in Videogame Narrative
Explore innovative narrative models for deepening player emotions in gameplay, moving beyond traditional 'Press Y to cry' mechanics to create more immersive and impactful storytelling experiences.
Beyond the Remake of Shadow of the Colossus - A Technical Perspective
Explore the technical intricacies of remastering classic games, from 'God of War Collection' to 'Shadow of the Colossus', with Bluepoint Games' Peter Dalton. Gain insights into the challenges and processes of modernizing beloved titles.
The Impossible Quest - Getting a Job in Games
Microtalks analyzing game industry hiring obstacles, company perspectives, and developer success stories. Insights for aspiring game professionals to navigate the challenging job market.
Genshin Impact - Crafting an Anime-Style Open World
Explore the creative process behind Genshin Impact's anime-style open world, including character design, stage development, and production pipeline insights from miHoYo's CEO.
Studio Design - Building a Foundation for Success and Avoiding Business Disaster
Explore game studio business fundamentals with Jason Della Rocca. Learn essential strategies for setting up your studio and games for long-term success from day one.
Lessons Learned in the Trenches - Developing Games as a Service
Explore insights from a veteran studio director on developing and managing games-as-a-service, drawing from experiences with major titles like Fallout 76 and Star Wars franchises.