Game Dev With a Shot of Jameson

Chad Hoover - Producer at FENIX Digital Studios In this video, we talk about: Why being an Indie Dev requires an extra hunger to keep goin How he’s spent his entire career living out of a suitcase Why it’s sometimes hard to understand your value Chad’s projects includeGame Dev: The Board Game, Project Playtime, Smash City, Queen Sea Poker, and Kennedy Space Center VR. If you're interested in l...

Devin Robaina - VFX Artist at Bungie In this video, we talk about: How Video Games have always helped with his Tourette Syndrome Why Game Design seemed like a good place to start How an instructor helped him find a love for VFX Devin’s projects include Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, Destiny 2: Year 5 Seasonal Content, Destiny 2: Lightfall, Destiny 2: Year 6 Seasonal Content If you're interested i...

Alejandro Garcia-Tunon - Director of Technology at Ghostpunch Games In this video, we talk about: How his first ever check-in broke the build How he got a feature into a game after he was told NOT to make it Why God of War changed his life and reminded him of why he loves Game Development Alejandro’s projects include Marvel: Ultimate Alliance Wii, Transformers: The Movie DS Autobots/Decepticons, G...

John Hartzell Returns! - Monetization Designer at Zenimax Online Studios In this video, we talk about: How the timing has to be right to get that dream job How to balance live support of a title while working on the next iteration How weather conditions forced him to work from Disney World during a launch John is currently working on an Unannounced Project and previously worked on Madden NFL, Madd...

Will Fitzgerald - Lead Designer at Paddle Creek Games In this video, we talk about: What elements are necessary in a Survival Game How to stay current with Game Industry trends The benefits of playing the game you’re working on EVERY day Will is currently on Fractured Veil and previously worked on Agents of Mayhem, Rogue Company, Madden Mobile, Madden NFL, and more! If you're interested in lea...

Chad Hoover - Producer at FENIX Digital Studios In this video, we talk about: How a professor told him he wouldn’t ever amount to anything How his White Jacket helped create a name for himself Great advice for getting your first job in the industry Chad’s projects includeGame Dev: The Board Game, Project Playtime, Smash City, Queen Sea Poker, and Kennedy Space Center VR. If you're interested i...

John Hartzell - Monetization Designer at Zenimax Online Studios In this video, we talk about: Why Tech Designers are so valuable and everyone wants to be their friend. How solving really unique problems is a big part of game dev The importance of understanding the needs of your stakeholders John is currently working on an Unannounced Project and previously worked on Madden NFL, Madden Mobile, and...

Joshua Nieves - Associate Game Designer at Visual Concepts Austin In this video, we talk about: How Joshua struggled in his first interview Tips for networking How to deal with rejection Joshua is an Associate Game Designer at Visual Concepts Austin, where he works on the NBA 2K and WWE 2K series. He has a passion for game development and loves helping others achieve their dreams in the industry....

Today we’re joined again by Jeff Younger - Senior Game Designer at Bungie - to discuss his work on Madden Ultimate Team, balancing a live game for a variety of player types, and even some insight into his sneaker collection! Jeff’s Credits: Destiny 2 Madden NFL Madden Mobile NBA Live NBA Live Mobile FIFA FIFA Mobile NCAA Football Be sure to join us LIVE every Wednesday night from 7-9pm EST using t...

Today we’re joined again by Cameron Raab - 3D Hard Surfaces Artist at Bungie - to continue our discussion about his career! We talk about how work / life balance is necessary and unique to each person, why asking about the culture of a company is great during an interview, and how to decide when it’s time to apply for a new job. Credits: Saints Row (2022) Agents of Mayhem Lacuna Passage Be sure to...

Today we’re joined again by Reed Mosby - Sr. Test Engineer on Halo Infinite - to discuss how he went from a huge Halo fan, to working his way through the industry, and finally getting his chance to work on Halo Infinite! Reed’s Credits: Halo Infinite Bionicle: Masks of Power Destiny 2 Fortnite Magic Mouse Scraps Be sure to join us LIVE every Wednesday night from 7-9pm EST using the link below! JOI...

Today we’re joined by Cameron Raab - 3D Hard Surfaces Artist at Bungie - to discuss his career as an Artist in Game Development. We talk about how he applied to 132 companies before his first job, How the first six months of work from home was a struggle, and how Imposter Syndrome keeps you honest.  Credits: Saints Row (2022) Agents of Mayhem Lacuna Passage Be sure to join us LIVE every Wednesday...

Today we’re joined by Bev and Francisco Cruz - Co-Founders of Cruz ‘N Creations - to discuss starting an Indie game studio. We cover how splitting time between work and a side gig can be taxing, how motivation can impact the ability to move forward quickly, and how collaboration works best when team members trust each other. Cruz ‘N Creations links: Cruz'n Creations Youtube Twitter Instagram Be su...

Today we’re joined again by Reed Mosby - Senior Test Engineer - to continue our chat about his Game Dev career. We discuss how to handle an employment contract coming to an end, How your skills can keep you employed while looking for other game work, and lots of talk about our dogs! Credits include: Halo Infinite - Senior Test Engineer Fortnite - QA Tester Destiny 2 - QA Generalist Bionicle: Masks...

Today we’re joined by Reed Mosby - Senior Test Engineer on Halo Infinite - to talk about his gaming education and how it led him into his Game Dev career. Reed was a former student of mine at Full Sail University and it was a blast to talk over that time with him! Credits include: Halo Infinite - Senior Test Engineer Fortnite - QA Tester Destiny 2 - QA Generalist Bionicle: Masks of Power - Level D...

Today we continue our discussion about Francisco’s career as an Environment Artist and how he then moved into Tech Art and what that role means. Also, how his desire to build something on his own led him to work that allows side projects. Credits include: Various Projects @ Unity Technologies System Shock 3 Redfall Wolfenstein II Prey Paladins Destiny Socom 4 SEcore (Military Sim) Francisco’s Soci...

Today, Jameson discusses his predictions for the 2022 The Game Awards across all categories. Let’s see how close we came! Jameson’s Credits include: Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath Godfather: The Game The Simpsons Game Godfather 2 Red Faction: Armageddon Saints Row IV Agents of Mayhem Halo Outpost Discovery Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (In Development) Be sure to join us LIVE every Wednesday night from 7-9pm...

Today we’re joined by Brian Stabile - Co-Owner / Project Lead @ Astro Crow Games - to talk about the recent release of Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes. We discuss how it’s important to stick to your vision and avoid distractions, why dominant strategies can’t exist in an Arcade game and the launch of the arcade machine to the public!   Brian's Credits include: 🎮 Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes (Arcade...

Today we’re joined by Francisco Cruz III - Senior Tech Artist @ Unity Technologies - talk about his career as a Tech Artist in Game Development! We discuss how you need to get that first job no matter where it is, that awesome moment when someone you’ve been a mentor to eventually surpasses you, and how you have to learn when to say no. Credits include: Various Projects @ Unity Technologies System...

Today we’re joined again by Brian Stabile - Co-Owner/Project Lead at Astro Crow Games - to continue our discussion about his career in Indie Game Development! We discuss how his first job in the industry was serious games, how his first layoff was a motivation for forming his own company, and why it’s so difficult to show off unfinished work. Credits include: Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes (Arcade) Wo...

We go deep on Indie Development talk! We discuss the differences between Indie and AAA, why sometimes doing your job well just means no one complains, and even some talk about visiting Japan! Credits include: Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes (Arcade) Word Doctor (iOS/Android) The Last Ace of Space (iOS/Android) Three Dead Zed (XBOX360, PC) Be sure to join us LIVE every Wednesday night from 7-9pm EST usi...

Ryan Paradis Returns! - Design Director for Destiny Expansions at Bungie We discuss why you should apply for positions you almost have the full skill set for, the importance of mentorship, and a career move that he wasn’t thrilled with, but turned out great in the end. Credits include: Red Dead Redemption (2010) Red Dead Redemption: Undead Nightmare (2010) Grand Theft Auto V (2013) Destiny (2014)...

Nivedita Rajasekaran - Production Partner Manager, Xbox Game Creators Partnership | Microsoft We discuss how opening yourself up while networking can allow for better connections, the importance of cultivating mentorship during your career, and why playing lots of games is important for a game developer. Credits include: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection Nickelodeon All Star B...

Will Fitzgerald Returns! - AMA on Game Design and Game Development We discuss feedback delivery methods, how game balance is a thankless job, and how to set the tone of an interview. Credits include: Rogue Company Agents of Mayhem World of Tanks Madden Mobile Madden NFL Be sure to join us LIVE every Wednesday night from 7-9pm EST using the link below! JOIN US LIVE▹ https://www.twitch.tv/jamesondur...

Shane Gaffney Returns! – Systems Designer at Lost Boys Interactive We discuss our favorite bugs of all time, why it’s important to stay in contact with former co-workers, and some great conversation about conflict resolution. Credits include: Unannounced Lost Boys Interactive Title Madden Mobile 20 Madden Mobile 21 Madden Mobile 22 Madden Mobile 23 Wheelbarrow Warrior Be sure to join us LIVE every...