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Joined by Senior LD Jack Chapman to talk about his journey through the industry as well as what makes a good online presence when applying for jobs. Support the show: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ------------------------------- Let's Design Books ------------------------------- Ebook - https://bit.ly/39BakJD Physical Books - https://bit.ly/3mfOsbS ------------------------------- Contact Jack ------------...

I really love the FFVII universe as many of you know, so I took some time to look deeper into that of the latest DLC Intergrade. Breaking down its game and level design.  Support the show: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ------------------------------- Let's Design Books ------------------------------- Ebook - https://bit.ly/39BakJD Physical Books - https://bit.ly/3mfOsbS ------------------------------- Con...

Coming to you this month with some great resources which are super informative and great influences.  Support the show: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- Let's Design Books ----------------------------------- Ebook - https://bit.ly/39BakJD Physical Books - https://bit.ly/3mfOsbS ----------------------------------- Resources ----------------------------------- Last of us 2: ...

Hey all, been way too long since our last talk but I am back and wanted to share with you all some updates and what has been happening with the show recently.  Support the show: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG --------------------------------- Let's Design Books --------------------------------- Ebook - https://bit.ly/39BakJD Physical Books - https://bit.ly/3mfOsbS --------------------------------- Contact...

New month, means new incredible content for us all to learn from. I break down some of the great work that I have come across this month which I think will help all of us improve our quality of design.   Support the show: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- Manscaped ---------------------------------- https://www.manscaped.com/ 20% Off Code: LDL -------------------------------...

When creating levels we want to make them impactful for players, but the first step to this is finding your inspiration for your levels and taking that inspiration and applying it to your work. I break down some of the inspirations I use and find when I am trying to design my work and levels.  Please Support: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- Manscaped ----------------------...

With not being able to play many AAA games recently I have been playing that of Indie and Mobile. Two of those games are 'Unpacking' and 'Assemble with Care'. Seeing how these two differ from the usual games I play I thought it would be great to break down how they tackle level design and delivering their narrative. Please Support: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- Manscaped...

An incredible month of fantastic resources released by other devs as I recommend 5 resources for all you game gurus to consume and enjoy.  Support the show:  http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- Manscaped ---------------------------------- https://www.manscaped.com/ 20% Off Code: LDL ---------------------------------- Let's Design Books ----------------------------------- Ebook...

The podcast is back with a vengeance as I return to talk about where I have been, brunout and how to regain one's passion as they suffer as well as what work is like when you become a contractor.  Please Support: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- Manscaped ---------------------------------- https://www.manscaped.com/ 20% Off Code: LDL Let's Design Books ---------------------...

I go through Elden Ring and discuss how they have designed their open world to encourage exploration and peak interest of the player. As well as talking about how and what other techniques can be used by developers to draw in players.   Please Support: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- LDL - Store Store- https://bit.ly/39BakJD ----------------------------------- Let's Design...

It has been too long, since the last episode, and an essential reading one. So I decided to fix that and get the ball rolling on the episodes again!  Support the show:  http://bit.ly/33xpKbG -------------------------------------------- Level Design Store -------------------------------------------- https://bit.ly/39BakJD -------------------------------------------- Let's Design Books -------------...

A short episode this time, but we talk about how narrative and storytelling have evolved over the years with the medium. Ways which were previously not used and how we can constantly evolve with our world-building.  Please Support: http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- LDL - Store Store- https://bit.ly/39BakJD ----------------------------------- Let's Design Books --------------...

Really enjoyed this topic and feel that I only scratched the surface of it as I discuss how we can use more Architectural references in our blockouts to improve the emotion we wish players to feel within our layouts.  Join the community http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- LDL - Store Store- https://bit.ly/39BakJD ----------------------------------- Let's Design Books ---------...

Joined again by the ever passionate Kolbe Payne to talk about his work on the latest installment in the Hald franchise: Halo Infinite. He will break down his thought process and what he learned along the way. Join the community http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- LDL - Store Store-https://bit.ly/39BakJD ----------------------------------- Let's Design Books -------------------...

Today is a short episode, but a fun and educational one, nonetheless. I will go through the importance of scripting and why when you build your folio pieces you should implement some form of scripting.  Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- LDL - Store Store- https://bit.ly/39BakJD ----------------------------------- Let's Design Books ----------------------------...

Here joining me on the show we have Lead Level Designer Ross Wilding. As we go through his journey into the game industry and his advice on how to not only break into the industry but tips on how to progress through your career.  Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- LDL - Store Store- https://bit.ly/39BakJD ----------------------------------- Let's Design Books -...

Back at it, as I suggest fantastic and educational resources which I have consumed over the past month. Going through what I have seen, I have 5 brilliant suggestions for you to all consume.  Support the show:  http://bit.ly/33xpKbG -------------------------------------------- Level Design Store -------------------------------------------- https://bit.ly/39BakJD -----------------------------------...

A personal fav episode of mine as I am joined by the incredible and personal friend of mine Ken Wong. He has had an fascinating journey throughout his career. We talk about how he got started to where he is now, along with his work on my personal favorite game he made 'Florance'.    Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ---------------------------------- LDL - Store Store- https://bit.ly/39BakJD --...

In this episode, I answer some common questions I am asked when it comes to the application process for LD roles. I talk about what to expect, how best to tackle each stage. Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ------------------------------------- LDL - Store Store- https://bit.ly/39BakJD -------------------------------------- Let's Design Books -------------------------------------- Ebook - http...

Had an absolute pleasure to have such a skilled and kind level designer who is always willing to share his knowledge and time with anyone, Senior Level Designer Shane Canning. Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ------------------------------------- LDL - Store Store - https://bit.ly/39BakJD -------------------------------------- Let's Design Books -------------------------------------- Ebook - h...

Absolute blast having a big member of the LD community join me Snr Level Designer from Massive Julius. Julius has had an incredible career working on many games, formerly a lead level designer yet his passion is on the Open World Design of levels. Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ------------------------------------- LDL - Store Store - https://bit.ly/39BakJD ----------------------------------...

It is part two of our mini-series with the incredible Mike Gonthier, level designer at Riot Games. He re-joins us to talk more about his experience and his approach to crafting levels.  Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG  ------------------------------------- LDL - Store Store - https://bit.ly/39BakJD -------------------------------------- Let's Design Books -------------------------------------...

Today's guest is the experienced Mike Gonthier Level Designer at Riot games who breaks down his career as well tips that has helped to guide him through his career which you can apply to your own.  Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG  ------------------------------------- LDL - Store Store - https://bit.ly/39BakJD -------------------------------------- Let's Design Books -------------------------...

Joined by the extremely humble and ever-energetic Willem Kranendonk Level Designer over at Zynga. We talk about his design process as well as his work on Knockout City.  Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG   --------------------------------------------------- Game Texutres ----------------------------------------------------- Link: https://gametextures.com/ Discount Code: Level99  ---------------...

Joined by a good friend and great designer Liam Edwards as we talk about his career path as well as designing for video games and our train of thought as we design. Please Support http://bit.ly/33xpKbG ------------------------------------- Contact Liam ------------------------------------- T witter - https://twitter.com/LiamBME Cursed To Golf - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1726120/Cursed_to_...