Game Dev Podcast | Coffee with Butterscotch

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:...

Hey there, Shenanites! In this episode, Seth tries to spoil things, but Adam and Sam stop him. Also! We talk about the genesis of Levelhead early access, beefy switch magic, and the PJP rite of passage. To paraphrase Leonard Bernstein: all you need for greatness is a plan and not quite enough time. Want to meet up with us? We have a GDC meet-up on March 18 at 4:30p! Keep an eye on the Twitters for...

Peel your oranges, Shenanites, it’s about to get citric! This week, we talk about programmer spirit animals, pudding magic, and orange juice murder math. Secrets and questions abound -- it’s the long-awaited listener question blitz! Meet up with us at GDC this year! March 18 at 4:30pm. Keep an eye out for more information. ALSO, save the date for Butterscotch Shenanicon 2019 on September 28! Ticke...

Buckle your shoes, Shenanites, we’ve got some yarns to loom! This week, we discuss how to read secrets, coat towels, and finding your way out of pickles. ARE WE CRUNCHING? Nah. This is fine. Questions answered (abbreviated): Sean: At what point in time do you feel in your career did you begin to feel like an actual developer? Or did you ever? Pottysitter Gamerguy: Can we take up a collection for R...

Hi again, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about appeasing the physicists, demon shepherds, and the attention economy. Plus, bad vs. different and the baggage of ego. Grab your mug and warm up your headphones -- it’s about to get podcasty. Questions answered (abbreviated): A slew of questions about the MM2 announcement: shoutouts to Zooslap Wumpywippy, Calmzippa Aydsand, Doopvoo Tapdanger, and...

Hey there, Shenanites! In this episode, we tell you the saga of Space Brian and then discuss dumplefests, movie breadcrumbs, and the shift to spectacles. Word to the wise: if you pre-decide, then you can stop deciding. Also, Metaphorgasm. Questions answered (abbreviated): MySecretWeapon: When I finally get around to ordering my copy of Metaphorgasm, by Sam Coster, can I send it off to get it signe...

Greetings, Shenanites! This week, we talk phoenix tattoos, stick legs, and weaponized reporting. Is party time? Or is it time for swarming bottlenecks? Here’s a non sequitur pro-tip: if you read Anathem, you’ll have something to chat with Adam about. Questions answered (abbreviated): Offampie Lomhoo: So this devops handbook says that there is never more than a single bottleneck in a value stream....

Hello, Shenanites! This week, we discuss crates full of yetis, bug stomping, and memory palace walks. It’s still all about that DevOps. Plus, check out our shiny new podcast page ( https://beta.bscotch.net/podcast ), currently in beta! Soon our old page can slink off into the night. Questions answered (abbreviated): ANGRY MUFFIN: So, I asked that question like a year and a half ago. So, to allevia...

Spoilers ahead, Shenanites! In this episode, we learn to love the needle, poke people with popsicles, and talk Bandersnatch in great detail. If you get too close to real physics, it all becomes an incomprehensible nightmare. Things will fall through the cracks if everything is cracks. That’s why you need to go as meta as you can. Mark your calendars for the 20-Grind-teen Shenanijam, July 12-14! Ke...

Hiya, Shenanites! In this episode, we discuss Canada Tuesdays, long-winded vacuous nonsense, and how to throw pigs over walls. The answer is more complicated than you think. Then again, maybe some questions should never be answered. Questions answered (abbreviated): Anonymous: Are there any rival shipping companies in the BS universe? Anonymous: As someone who is a self taught programmer attemptin...

Hi there, Shenanites! Hop aboard the tisane train, and join us this week as we discuss foodstuff categorization, tiers of community, and ghost mancy. Also, LOOT BOX WATCH returns! But hey, at least there isn’t a ghost roaming around your house and loudly judging you. Questions answered (abbreviated): rosareven: Have you ever had days when you wake up and just don't feel like doing anything? How do...

HELLOOO, Shenanites! In this tasty episode, we discuss avocado bugs, which came first: the chicken or the pancake, and organic pre-punched bananas. If you haven’t tried our new patented burrito cleanse, you’re missing out! Plus, get ready to sharpen your nose after we finally reveal our 2019 tagline! Correction: 20-Refine-teen was first suggested by bamhm182. Sorry bout that! Questions answered (a...

Hey there, Shenanites! Welcome to the last Coffee with Butterscotch episode of 20gr18! This week, we talk about holiday creep, hand films, and version control. We’ll see you in 20 fine teen! 20 crime teen? Hm. Better workshop it some more. Questions answered (abbreviated): bamhm182: We are now in the last month of 20gr18. How have you guys stopped f***in' around? Do you feel like you accomplished...

Hiya, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about checkpoint strategy, exposure bucks, and internally narrating your value systems. Heck, we don’t know -- there’s no actual information here. But there is some wild speculation! Questions answered (abbreviated): PeanutEanut: What is the stance on parallel universes in your Bscotch universe? Are there alternate versions of Fluxx? Are your games in the...

Hi, Shenanites! This week we talk about epic moves (heh), the continuing saga of Fallout’s fallout, and why a back burner is just an incinerator. The most unexpected thing that happened this week was that people’s expectations were met. The one time at least. Also, books! Read them! Or not. Depending on what you want to do. Questions answered (abbreviated): lekiy: With Scuffle Buddies not your act...