Little Victories by Andresplays

Fishbowl is a videogame that portrays its protagonist, Alo, living with grief over the course of a month during the COVID-19 pandemic. A tough topic to tackle, game director Rhea Gupte from imissmyfriends.studio talks about their gentle approach to its difficult themes, the heartwarming reception from passionate fans, and how much they have grown since. Play fishbowl: https://imissmyfriends.studio...

In the 12th episode of the Little Victories podcast, AndresPlays sits down with Jason Wishnov, the visionary creative director behind the incredibly ambitious musical JRPG People of Note. In this conversation, they discuss the arduous process to create its deep turn-based and puzzle systems, the creative drive behind the soundtrack, and the passion needed to work on a dream project for over six ye...

In the first episode of Little Victories of 2026, AndresPlays interviews Cara Ellison, a senior narrative designer who has worked on Dishonored 2, God of War Ragnarok, and, most recently, the critically acclaimed Ghost Town. A sharp conversationalist, they elaborate on the arduous process of game development, designing better games, urban fantasy, and creating atmosphere and tension in games. Plea...

In the seventh episode of Little Victories, your host, AndresPlays, engages in conversation with composer Tyler Mire about the retro turn-based indie Quartet. From its building blocks to the thoughtfully planned core concepts, learning about their design process and the magic of JRPGs was a wonder to talk about. Hope you enjoy! Join the Little Victories Discord server: https://discord.gg/Xmmf356xM...

In the sixth episode of Little Victories, Host AndresPlays talks about marketing, burnout, and wholesome games with the wonderful Jenny Windom. She is the Communications Director of Ivy Road, creators of Wanderstop, and the Host of the Wholesome Direct showcase. Please enjoy. You can buy the Wholesome Games shirt here: https://store.serenityforge.com/products/wholesome-games-gashapon-unisex-t-shir...

In the fifth episode of Little Victories, host AndresPlays engages in an enthralling conversation with the abundantly talented composer Alpha Chrome Yayo about the power of music. Of course, while also touching on the subjects of the favorite songs from its soundtrack, our connection with each mascot, and the importance of vibes in indie hit Promise Mascot Agency. Connect with AndresPlays on Blues...

In the fourth episode of the Little Victories podcast, your host AndresPlays talks nuanced storytelling with Aysha U. Farah, Staff Writer of Life Is Strange Double Exposure, while exploring the inner workings of the narrative, Max Caulfield, and Life Is Strange 2. Thanks to Aysha U. Farah for such a thoughtful conversation. You can follow her newsletter at: https://buttondown.com/aysha_u_farah and...

In the third episode of Little Victories, Host AndresPlays discusses his favorite games of 2025 so far with old friend & video game blogger Westen AKA BigNerdGaming. Wanderstop, Split Fiction, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, among other great video games are mentioned. Please consider subscribing if you enjoyed this conversation.

In the second episode of Little Victories, Host AndresPlays goes into a deep conversation with Danny Wadeson, Narrative Designer & Lead Writer of Harold Halibut, about his life, deeply emotional science fiction, and writing in AAA games.

In the first episode of Little Victories, Host Andresplays interviews Alex Kanaris-Sotiriou, founder of studio Polygon Treehouse and lead developer of Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island. His fascinating career, including his time at Sony Computer Entertainment, the development of Mythwrecked, and indies are discussed in this debut.