The Side Quest

Developed by a small team of three very talented developers, Death Must Die offers players an action hack and slash roguelite survivors game featuring thousands of minions of Death to defeat along the way! In today’s debut episode I sit down with Angel, one of the talented members of Realm Archive to explore the world market of gaming, the grind of development, and a whole lot more! Check out the...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! Today I sit down with Roger, one part of the two man development team behind the upcoming lightning fast run-and-gun platformer, Rose and Locket! We get into the games immersive story, the challenge in creating the artwork and animation, the game world and combat and a whole lot more in the industry! Wishlist the game ov...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! I sit down with Fressato to talk his teams upcoming magic driven deck builder, Dungeon Drafters! a game where players can explore ancient ruins, loot rare cards and employ clever combos to defeat their foes and build the legendary spell deck that could save the world! We explore the games development, the world it takes...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! Gedda Cake is an upcoming metroidvania about dragons and cake where players are dropped into a sugary world with 6 different playable dragons and a whole lot of exploring to get done! Join me this week as I sit down with Leo, one half of the two-man team at Flannel Bear Games making it all happen! Wishlist the game over...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! Genfanad is a retro inspired MMORPG that started out as a passion project by Heleor, a Seattle-based developer, back in 2019. Today we dive into how the game has evolved, the current state of MMO's, Genfanad's overall development, and the industry as a whole. So whether you like chopping down trees, setting out on side q...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! Time to take a closer look at Kitsune Battlemage, an upcoming action-packed elemental magic combat game where you will face off against your opponents in competitive PvP arena combat! Brian and I get into the games development and scope, the challenge of building a multiplayer focused title, the future of AAA and indie g...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! Today I'm joined by Albert, the lead developer behind a small team based out of Ukraine currently working on the atmospheric hardcore platformer, Through the Nightmares! We discuss the impact of the Russian invasion, its effect on the game's overall development, and the country as a whole- And we take a closer look at th...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! Today I sit down with the one man videogame making machine behind Wolfsden LLC as we dive into his upcoming debut title Manafinder. A japenese styled RPG with turn based combat that explores a beautiful but unforgiving world of Aevi. We take a closer look at development using RPG Maker, dive into the importance of game l...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! In this science-driven survival, game players take on the role of a scientist who has returned to earth on a mission. You will brave the elements both above and below the toxin-riddled clouds, scavenge the ruins, and upgrade your high-tech airship. I sit down with Greg, community manager for the game's developer Far From...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! In Today's interview I sit down with the father son development duo behind Games People Play to get into their brand new social deduction title, Killer in the Cabin ! We dive into the game mechanics, the process behind implementing proximity chat, how the gaming industry has evolved and more! SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter Faceboo...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! In todays interview I sit down with indie dev Aaron to get a closer look at his upcoming anime and D&D inspired sci-fi RPG, Sol Diver! We discuss the origins of the games main character, the world players will explore, his process behind development, and more! Tune in as we explore everything this upcoming solarpunk...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! In today's interview I sit down with Harrison and Rob, the developers behind The Girl from Arkanya , an upcoming top-down, 2D action RPG following the journey of an ambitious young treasure hunter and her capybara companion! From how the story and game world are structured, to the games mechanics and the challenges in de...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! In Today's indie game dev interview I sit down with Sucker for Love: First Date developer Akabaka to get the details on his extremely successful game! We take a closer look at what goes into a game jam, discuss the impact streamers have on game developers, get into the importance of diversity within the industry, and a w...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview from The Side Quest! Today I sit down with Swedish game developer Angry Demon Studio to talk about their colorful chaos filled hack and slasher, Gori: Cuddly Carnage! We take a closer look at the games murder kitty main character and his two partners in carnage filled crime! We explore the games story, and the development process, and get in...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview! Turbo Sliders is a racing game with a major emphasis on creative vision behind its community. In todays interview I sit down with the games developer Antti Mannisto 's to talk the games details, Esports, AAA versus indie development, and more! Need more Indie Gaming News? Head over to The Side Quest 's Youtube channel! _____________________...

Another week delivers a brand new Indie Gaming Interview! In today's interview I sit down with Directive Games Limited to discuss their top down shooter, The Machines Arena! From the different heroes and game modes, to the road map moving into 2022 we break down everything you need to know in todays indie gaming interview! THE MACHINES ARENA | SOCIAL MEDIA TWITTER - https://twitter.com/themachines...

This week I sit down with indie developer Yamo Studios, to discuss their upcoming 2.5D tag-team action adventure title, Rot In a Porcelain Dream! In today's indie gaming interview we explore the games dark fantasy setting, and tag/assist style combat system. Take a closer look at the characters you will encounter, and finally dive into the roadmap moving forward! It's time to explore Rot In a Porc...

Lawmage Academy is a story driven indie JRPG where players can craft potions, learn spells, and make new friends, as they explore a mysterious academy! Join one of four houses, take on enemies in strategic turn based combat, and explore breathtaking locations in Lawmage Academy! In todays indie gaming interview I sit down with the titles developer, Verinius, as we explore the games development roa...

The Side Quest strikes again with a brand new Indie Gaming Interview! Today's indie gaming interview takes a look at upcoming Co-op FPS horror title, RIPOUT. Taking on mutant aliens with your pet gun companion, or team up as you explore procedurally generated derelict ships! RIPOUT's retro vibe and intense gameplay is ready to make a major impact in the indie world in 2022! In today's interview wi...

Today's indie gaming interview takes a look at Tau Ceti Studios debut title, Void Eclipse . A turn-based strategy game set in an immersive sci-fi world that blends card battle tactics with 4X grand strategy! Today's indie gaming escapades take a closer look at the campaign, the combat system, and the development road map post launch! _______________________________ Check the game out on Steam - ht...

Today I sit down with Indie Dev David to break down the release of his first title while looking ahead at a brand new game in the works! From his takeaways surrounding The Companion , to his plans looking forward to A Forever Solitude we dive into it all! _____________________________ A Forever Solitude Steam Page - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1332780/A_Forever_Solitude/ Website - https://w...

Today's indie gaming interview takes a look at solo developer Namra Games' upcoming title, Aka ! Quest for inner peace in a beautifully crafted open world, farm and craft in an environment inspired by permaculture, or just unwind by taking a nap on a giant capybara, the choice is all yours! _______________________________ THE TEAM: Justine Landau (@JustineLandau) -Surfacing artist at Mikros Animat...

Today's Interview takes a look at Bō , an upcoming 2D Metroidvania based platformer that focuses on Japanese folklore! Play as a tiny fox spirit grown from lotus blossoms, and wield a mighty Bō staff along your journey, but what do else do we know about the upcoming title? In today's interview with Chris Stair, the lead developer behind indie game studio, Squid Shock Studios , we discuss the gamep...

This week I sit down with Eric, the lead developer behind indie Game Studio Chashu Entertainment as we dive into their upcoming title, Sands of Aura ! A top down, souls-like RPG set in the twilight of a dying world! From the gameplay and the story, to the development road map moving into 2022 we explore it all! ____________________________ Check out the game on Steam - https://store.steampowered.c...