Game Dev Podcast | Coffee with Butterscotch

Howdy, Shenanites! This week, we talk about tricky cycles, being a scientist, and SHARING. Is it caring? Or are shoulds the root of all inaccuracies? The lossy compression problem is more universal than we initially thought. Grab a mug, listen in, and find out how! Have you gotten your ticket to the SHENANICON? Visit St. Louis on September 28th, and come hang out! More information at https://meet....

Hello, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss procrastination blackholes, visibility mechanisms, and simultaneous invention. Pessimism isn’t a good life strategy, which doesn’t mean optimism is either. Though it is better. The moral of the story is this: Don’t pick up a trike egg unless you want your thatched cube destroyed. The Shenanicon is getting ever closer. Come hang out with us on Septembe...

Hiya, Shenanites! This week, we talk about how to turn jeans into chaps, titanoboas, and industry beat frequencies. You can’t tame dinosaurs if you’re underprepared, and being prepared means having the right tools. Plus, in jeans, as in everything, you should cultivate EXTREME FLEXIBILITY. Once you hit a critical threshold of butt power, no pants can stand in your way. SHENANICON. It’s happening!...

Hey there, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss tooth explosions, business peeves, and highly improbable moments. Everything is miraculous when you realize you’re a weird monkey wearing clothes moving through time. What even is life? Let’s talk about it. Come hang out with us in St. Louis! The Shenanicon is happening on September 28th. More information and tickets at https://meet.bscotch.net !...

Hello, Shenanites! This week, we talk about virtual nightsoil, suit up preparations, and corner multiplicity. Then we get really honest about that wily entity called time--why is there never enough? Plus, we had quarterly reviews last week, and things have totally flown off the rails! Wanna hear how? Pull up a coffee and take a listen. Ever wanted to catch a peek of our long lost game ScuffleBuddi...

We survived, Shenanites, and so did you! In this live kick-down event, we talk about our newest goop installment, and hear about some of YOUR experiences too! Did the armor of neglect protect you from the dangscape of fast, furious, flavorful games? Did you escape unscathed, or were you scalded in the sticky flames of jammy goodness? Listen to find out what we learned and what surprised us. Thanks...

It’s that time of year, Shenanites -- Welcome to the 2019 Butterscotch ShenaniJam! Let’s talk about hot jam tips, achievements, and this year’s themes. Remember, no guts, no glory. Which means, all guts, all glory, of course. So abandon all your responsibilities for the weekend, and just get in there! Go to https://shenanijam.com for all of the information in a handy location. May your jam be swif...

Hey, hey, Shenanites! This week, we talk about sulfurous egg water, hitbox bullshit, and push-up monsters. Then we get philosophical in our in-depth discussion about chairs. If you put a chair on your head, does it become a hat? Or are you just a weirdo with a chair on your head? Agree to disagree. The Shenanijam is THIS VERY WEEKEND! Come join us, and watch us break the golden rule of jamming. Go...

Hi, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss head to toe calluses, a demo journey, and the great wishlist purge of 2019. Plus, some news on spooky stones and necessary evils. Wouldn’t your day just be better if the internet was filled with infinite kittens? (Built-in razors not included.) Better find yourself a specialized monger for that. Shenanijam is almost here! Sign up and jam with us July 12-...

Hello, Shenanites! This week, we talk about over optimistic carry, moving bottlenecks, and itchy demos. In the tech tree of life, you gotta unlock reading before you can do anything else. Also, volumes are hard, especially if you’re trying to estimate how many animals you’ve eaten. Do Seth a favor: at the end of your long work day, have a nice mug of wine (if you’re of legal drinking age, of cours...

Hey there, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss 3D spreadsheets, rickety wood towns, and the changing architecture of the games industry. No big. We’re all swimming in a sea of arbitrary distinctions. But that doesn’t mean you can’t turn your mope into dope! Questions answered (abbreviated): unanimostly: What was the most interesting software dev problem/requirement you've come across making th...

Hiya, Shenanites! This week, we talk about the curse of adults, complex searches, and dog hair rendering. Beware all the ice cream dangers out in the wide wicked world. But if you do drop your cone, you are within your drama rights to shriek your pain to the sky! That’s what we would do. The Shenanijam is only one month away! Build a game the weekend of July 12-14! Check out https://shenanijam.com...

Hello, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss the NO point, moving platform slingshots, and rough edges around the chaos room. Plus, y’all asked, so here they are: Levelhead STATS! Afterwards, you’ll need a swig of whiskey and a nap. Jam with us at the Shenanijam, July 12-14! Check out https://shenanijam.com for more details. Then, come hang out in St. Louis at the Shenanicon on September 28th! G...

Hi again, Shenanites! This week, we talk about wrinkly eyelids from stem to stern, Monday night panic, and efficiency vs. community. Plus, an update on the status of Levelhead, including info on our next big feature! In other news: The merch shop is closing at the end of the month! If you want any cool Bscotch swag, check out ( https://shop.bscotch.net/ ). Join us for the Shenanijam, the weekend o...

Hey there, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss court cases, winning the zombie apocalypse, and how collaborations are not battles. We’ve said it before, but it’s worth saying again: There is no secret. You gotta get in there, and then you gotta stay in there. Also, some Shenan-events are coming up! The Shenanijam, July 12-14 weekend. DO IT! ( https://shenanijam.com ) Plus, hang out with us at...

Hiya, Shenanites! This week, we talk about integrated error codes, Detective John Pikachu Wick of Thrones, and boundaries. Also in this episode, tables and rulers will blow your mind. The moral is and will always be this: Everything is dramatically more complicated than it seems. Questions answered (abbreviated): Beepom Dooproost: Hey, Seth how is your experience with Unity going? When can we expe...

Hello, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss Robinwatch 2019, what to do when your mower can’t cut it anymore, and how you get garbage. Is Seth lurking in Discord because of FOMO, or is something afoot in Levelhead? Remember, uselessness is context dependent. The most important thing is to just be a person. Questions answered (abbreviated): VikIsThicc: Will GR-18 be added to the podcast mural? Z...

Hiya, Shenanites! Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and get your weekly Levelhead news fix! This week, we talk about the Zeigarnik effect, how to start a star war, and ear handle laser cannons. How can you snap while wearing a metal gauntlet? How do wings work in space? We just have so many questions. Questions answered (abbreviated): Fraser: Is there any killer feature that, if added to another...

Hey there, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about saying your name in sign-offs, that whole hedonic treadmill thing, and exclusivity. Plus, an update on how Levelhead early access is going. If you bought the game and enjoyed yourself, leave us a review and a thumbs up on Steam! ( https://bit.ly/2Ip6xTu ) Questions answered (abbreviated): Retro Banana Man NL: In ep196 you said the seasoning mak...

Surprise, Shenanites! LEVELHEAD IS NOW AVAILABLE IN EARLY ACCESS ON STEAM! In this episode, we talk about what even is this, the background of Levelhead, and pro tips from the alpha strike team. So, shout it from the rooftops! From the street! Shout it directly into the face of your neighbor! (Don’t actually do that -- it’s kind of rude. Unless they’re into it.) But most importantly, check out our...

Hello, Shenanites! This week, we mumble about the cadence of content, piracy bucks, and strategic indifference. When it comes to your team, are you going to be the heavy or the drill arm guy? And finally, here is a haiku for you: They hate the J key, / but it is all imagined / and laid on the green. Happy Wednesday! Questions answered (abbreviated): Rustmine22: Do any of you know two or more langu...

Hey there, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about garbage spirals, the weird obtuseness of review bombs, and coffee in oatmeal. Sometimes one person’s trash is another person’s treasure. But sometimes, trash is trash for everybody. We have things going on: Murch Purge 2019 is still going on at https://shop.bscotch.net -- snap up all the things before they are gone! Plus, mark your calendars fo...

What’s up, Shenanites! This week, we discuss steely butts, soft-byahnce, and the untapped secret of VR. We’re at episode 197 now. It’s finally time to reveal Seth’s dark past. Spoiler: it involves hats. Murch Purge 2019 is still going on! Check it out at https://shop.bscotch.net/ ! Questions answered (abbreviated): CreatorRedA: Can you do a live demo of your Buuuuhhhh Terrrrrrr Scoth SHENANIGANS t...

Hello, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about the perfect food, a spaghetti mess of code, and being cute. What’s the secret to feeling like a child again? Maybe somebody is just being grumpy -- go take a nap. Questions answered (abbreviated): CreatorRedA: What's the coolest thing about using Gamemaker and what's the most annoying? Flyhoppie Axerompa: Can you cover some tips/best practices for...

Hi again, Shenanites! This week, we discuss why we go to bed early, monsters packing heat, and plastic T-rexes on a stick. Plus, incentives, auto-scaling, and learning from other people’s design issues. Finally, we’ll leave you with this question to ponder--Do you value the rain? PS: Want to get your hands on some Bscotch merch? There’s a clearance sale going on at https://shop.bscotch.net ! PPS:...