CGD Podcast Episode 73 – Emergent Complexity
Hi everyone! Today’s episode goes into some depth about emergent complexity: what is it, what isn’t it, why would we want it, and how do we get more of it? We talk about specific examples in games like 4X strategy games, and most importantly (because I’m making one), squad tactics games. I want to say … Continue reading "CGD Podcast Episode 73 – Emergent Complexity"
Read MoreWhy “quarterbacking” isn’t a problem in cooperative games
Been thinking about cooperative games for awhile, largely as a result of many of my recent thoughts on competitive games and the way that they inherently “socially rank” their players. There’s something about that that bothers me more and more over the years, both for political and personal reasons, many of which I’ve talked about … Continue reading "Why “quarterbacking” isn’t a problem in cooperative games"
Read MoreRichard Terrell on Smash Bros and more
Hey everyone! Weird times. I’ve actually been a little sick myself (don’t worry, I’m doing all of the things) and less productive over the past week or so than I’d like to have been. I originally wanted to have a new podcast episode ready for you guys today but sadly because of how weird everything … Continue reading "Richard Terrell on Smash Bros and more"
Read MoreThe KBGames 1-Player Strategy Jam
It’s time to make some 1 Player Strategy games! Perfect for the quarantine that we’re all under! Learn more, and sign up, HERE. Also, I was on the Five Games for Doomsday Podcast recently – recorded a few months ago, but came out today. Strange timing!
Read MoreThe Clockwork Gamedev Show
For the last few months, I’ve been trying to stream just about every day, Monday through Friday, from about 2-5:00 PM EST (roughly). I’ve been making more and more improvements to it, and trying to make it into a “show” of sorts. On this show, I mostly do game dev on my new game Gem … Continue reading "The Clockwork Gamedev Show"
Read MoreGem Wizards Tactics Version 0.05 Patch Notes
Hi everyone. I thought I’d post the patch notes for the new version of GEM WIZARDS TACTICS which just went out to my Patrons. Here’s some of what you’re missing! Version 0.05 – Rate of fire spread decreased slightly – Fire duration reduced to 4 – New tile type: Scorch. Created when a fire dies. … Continue reading "Gem Wizards Tactics Version 0.05 Patch Notes"
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