Behind the Game

Join Sandy Smith, Ismael Jorge, and special guest Ben Kvalo, CEO of Midwest Games. It’s a deep dive into big industry trends, what publishers look for in a potential game, risk, and the dynamics that make a game work, or not. This episode also covers Ben’s journey in the gaming industry, and the story behind Midwest Games, which is focused on creating opportunities for the abundant talent across the Midwest and other underrepresented regions. Follow Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benkvalo/ Check out Yodo1 on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yodo1/ Check out the full episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/p_GuJUL6FAU ----- #yodo1 #behindthegame #gamedev #gamedesign #gamedeveloper #gamingpodcast #mobilegaming #gamedevelopment #gaming

Join Sandy Smith and special guest Jules Hirtzig, from Dotemu, for a deep dive into IP-based games. This episode covers models for IP collaborations, game localization, the process of choosing an IP, and platform considerations (whether to release in PC, mobile, console, etc.), as well as the nuances of collaborating with an IP holder. Jules also shares some personal insights about getting into the gaming industry and the career moves that led him to Dotemu. Follow Jules on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jules-hirtzig-40a87a81/ Check out Yodo1 on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yodo1/ Check out the full episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/z3hWn4MDj20 #behindthegame #gamedev #gamedesign #gamedeveloper #gamingpodcast #mobilegaming #gamedevelopment #gaming

Join Ismael Jorge, Sandy Smith, and special guest Jaume Molins for an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of multiplayer game development, tackling the industry’s biggest challenges, and exploring current trends. Jaume shares his extensive experience in the gaming industry, offering valuable insights on hosting multiplayer games, managing server resources, and addressing player toxicity. Tune in to learn from Jaume’s expertise in balancing the technical and social aspects of game development, and discover his strategies for creating successful and engaging multiplayer experiences. Follow Jaume on LinkedIn: https://nl.linkedin.com/in/jaume-molins-1376b8180?trk=public_post_feed-actor-name Check out Yodo1 on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yodo1/ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FCchqHHJa-Q ----- #yodo1 #behindthegame #gamedev #gamedesign #gamedeveloper #gamingpodcast #mobilegaming #gamedevelopment #gaming

Join Sandy Smith and special guest Brian Woodruff for a discussion about building narratives and quests, player psychology, and the big-picture principles that make games succeed. This episode covers topics from the monomyth to behavior-driven marketing, and what ties them together.  Also, Brian shares some of his personal experiences creating narratives and building game worlds across his years of experience in the industry.  Follow Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bcwoodruff/?originalSubdomain=ca Check out Yodo1 on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yodo1/ Listen to the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Nsmvz61Fo-E ----- #gamedesign #gamedev #behindthegame