Best Indiegames Podcasts (2025)

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Sunshine Positivity 56:33

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1M ago56:33

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It's opposite day on this week's episode. Instead of our regular Room 404 we have gone all topsy turvy as we head into the uncharted realms of Room 040! That's right, we have gone positive as we discuss the little things in games that we absolutely love. Got an idea for a game you would like to pitch to us? Send it in to [email protected]…

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Open Table 1:02:14

2M ago1:02:14

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On this week's episode we have a pitch from Alex where he shares his idea for a DM type simulator game. Can we use our intelligence and charisma to figure this one out? You rolled a 1? Right, ok.... goblins eat your face. Do you have an idea for a game you would like to pitch to us? Drop us an email at [email protected] Drop us a comment …

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0369: Roundtable News | EA Goes Private and Playstation State of Play Review 52:18

3M ago52:18

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(Osie) Orbitag - Pickaxe Week 2025 Live Special 1:26:39

3M ago1:26:39

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This week we have a bumper LIVE! episode recorded during Pickaxe Week 2025. We are joined by special guest Osie who shares her idea for an alien crop circle game AND we delve into the depths of Room 404! Check out Osie over on Twitch. Got an idea for a game? Send us an email at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod…

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0368: Small Teams Turn Passion into Project Grail with Malte and Rufino 1:20:18

3M ago1:20:18

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https://www.project-grail.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/iammalte/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ta-roy/ Malte and Roy to discuss their journey developing "Project Grail," a retro-inspired first-person shooter. The conversation covers their backgrounds in AAA studios, the influence of classic games like Doom and Wolfenstein, the challenges of balan…

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0367: Games Recap | Crunch Deaths, Mass Layoffs, Political Firings, and Global Shifts 48:04

3M ago48:04

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In this solo episode, I address three significant topics in the game development industry: backlash from social media posts following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the tragic death of Microsoft engineer Pratik Pandey linked to crunch culture, and the broader industry shakeout leading to significant job losses. The discuss…

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0366: Alien: Rogue Incursion | Bridging VR and Flat Screen Experience with Ross DeVito 1:00:02

3M ago1:00:02

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Alien: Rogue Incursion - Evolved Edition | Coming Soon to PS5, PS5 Pro, Steam, Xbox, and Epic Ross De Vito | LinkedIn In this episode we have Ross DeVito, a gameplay programmer at Survios, a VR studio. Ross shares his journey from studying mechanical engineering at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo to finding fulfillment in virtual reality game development.…

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0365: Roundtable News | AI, Remote Work and Industry Layoffs 1:18:56

4M ago1:18:56

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In this episode, we discuss the recent layoffs in the game industry and the economic challenges faced by game studios, focusing on the long development cycles and mismanagement in AAA studios like Cloud Chamber's BioShock project. We examine the role of AI in game development, highlighting its potential to assist with asset creation and coding whil…

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A Liddle Bidda Saouse 1:03:24

4M ago1:03:24

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We are back with another Room 404. This week the gang each bring a gaming gripe they want to see banished to Room 404... forever! Who will be victorious? Did we vote for the wrong gripe? Let us know on Bluesky @pitchpleasepod. Do you have a gaming gripe or an idea for a game you would like to pitch to us? Drop us an email to pitchpleasepod@yogscast…

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0364: The Challenges of Finishing a Game with Drew Smith 1:03:58

4M ago1:03:58

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In this episode we sit down with longtime friend and industry veteran Drew Smith for a candid conversation about the evolving landscape of game development. Drew shares his journey from hustling his way into Take-Two, producing at 2K, and working on iconic titles like Bioshock and Destiny, to navigating the challenges of remote work, starting his o…

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LSL: Hellhole 58:11

4M ago58:11

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I think the heat got to us this episode as we discuss a Tom idea that we try to imagine as a reality. Please enjoy the bumper post ending sequence as a peak behind the curtain of this podcast. Do you have an idea for a game you would like to pitch to us? Or perhaps you have a gaming gripe you would like to banish to the depths of room 404? Drop us …

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Broker Poker 49:43

6M ago49:43

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Today's pitch comes from our lovely listener Oliver. You play as a professional card player turned information gatherer/guy-who-gets-things-done for the rebellion... discuss. Thank you to everyone for sending in your pitches. Do you have an idea for a game? Drop us an email at [email protected] Give us a follow over on Bluesky to stay up …

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64 Furlongs 50:17

7M ago50:17

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This week we see a grand return to Tom's pitch hole as he regales us with a new game idea all about hittin' sick rhythms and rhymes as you diss your opponents in flighting battles. Got an idea for a game? Or perhaps you have gaming gripes you want us to put straight into the Room 404 bin? Send us an email at [email protected]. Follow us o…

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0363: Roundtable News | Marathon, Mayhem, and the State of AAA 1:13:27

8M ago1:13:27

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In this roundtable episode, the crew dives into Bungie’s upcoming "Marathon," dissecting its art style, gameplay, and what it signals about the state of AAA game development. We discuss industry layoffs, the decline of Western studios, and the challenges facing big-budget games, while reflecting on the future of game development and the rise of sma…

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Ep 199: A Little Treat 1:17:33

8M ago1:17:33

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You deserve itBy We Just Love Games

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Ep 198: The 8th Annual Stack Awards w/ Jessica Star and Dave Chafinz 2:10:21

8M ago2:10:21

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The winner is PUBG.By We Just Love Games

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Caesar's Revenge 1:04:18

8M ago1:04:18

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This week we have a special Room 404 as we pit listeners Zach and Jessie against our very own Chris in a battle of terrible things about games we want to see fight to the death! Are we mixing up our analogies here? Either way, something is going in the Room 404 bin forever! Do you have a gaming gripe you want to see banished to Room 404 forever? Or…

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Tour de Lance: Knight City 1:04:55

9M ago1:04:55

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We are back for 2025 with a new listener pitch from J! We go on a bit of a journey with this one as we turn J's dreams of an actually good exercise game into a "reality". Do you have a game idea you would like to pitch to us? Hit us up with your text... or audio... pitches at [email protected]. We also now have a Bluesky - follow us @pitc…

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Ep 197: Switch Too 1:15:54

9M ago1:15:54

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Ep 196: Ring in the New Year 1:23:02

9M ago1:23:02

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I'M SO EXCITEDBy We Just Love Games

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Ep 195: The Motherboard Lode 1:14:23

10M ago1:14:23

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By We Just Love Games

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Ep 194: Finland Would Have Given Him a Sword 1:39:19

10M ago1:39:19

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0362: Gaming Today with Studio GM Chris Stone 45:51

11M ago45:51

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About this episode:hristopher Stone is a dynamic Studio General Manager who has played a key role in some of the industry's most notable AAA titles. Currently, he's leading work on Ready or Not, while his impressive portfolio also includes high-profile projects such as Callisto Protocol, Days Gone, Call of Duty, and Dead Space. In this episode, Chr…

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Ep 193: Rick-Rolled 1:52:53

11M ago1:52:53

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this is me tryingBy We Just Love Games

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0361: UFOs & Conspiracies with Leo Gonzalez 1:23:21

11M ago1:23:21

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https://magicmind.com/gduJan⁠ Get 45% off for mental wealth bundled with Magic Mind's new Sleep Elixir for better sleep.About this episode:Leo Gonzalez is the cofounder of GoDemics, a co development studio that partners with Riot Games, Gearbox, and 2K. He's a veteran of the industry with over 15 years of experience. This episode we dive into a spe…

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Ep 192: Port in a Storm 1:17:44

11M ago1:17:44

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By We Just Love Games

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0360: Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut with Tony & Abby Howard 1:00:34

11M ago1:00:34

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About this episode:Tony & Abby are independent game developers behind Black Tabby Games. Following up their first success, Scarlet Hollow, Slay the Princess is already a hit. I sat down with the team to learn about how the game came to be, and their advice doing this the second time. Connect with us:• 🖥 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://gamedevunchained.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• 🎞️ ⁠…

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0359: Roundtable News | Tencent is a Military Company? 1:03:27

11M ago1:03:27

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https://magicmind.com/gduJan Get 45% off for mental wealth bundled with Magic Mind's new Sleep Elixir for better sleep. About this episode:Tencent comes into question and is listed as a military company. Ray and I also talked about Ubisoft latest update, and how the industry is recovering. Connect with us:• 🖥 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://gamedevunchained.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Ep 191: Corrected 1:25:48

11M ago1:25:48

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Heyyyy more GamestackBy We Just Love Games

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0358: Staying Strong in the Game with Jordan Smith 1:30:31

12M ago1:30:31

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About this episode:In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Smith (20 year game design veteran) to talk about what it takes to keep pushing forward as a game developer when the industry feels like it’s falling apart. We share stories about staying passionate, dealing with uncertainty, and finding strength in tough times—things I know we’ve all faced…

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0357: New Year Resolution & Kicking off 2025 35:19

12M ago35:19

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About this episode:Coming back after a hiatus, I talk about what conversations and topics I'll be tackling for 2025. Connect with us:• 🖥 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://gamedevunchained.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• 🎞️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ✉️ [email protected]• 💰 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/su...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠•📸 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/g…

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Ep 190: Stacktober Fest 1:28:58

12M ago1:28:58

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By We Just Love Games

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Ep 189: Pal-kemon: Gotta Sue 'Em All! 1:21:23

12M ago1:21:23

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By We Just Love Games

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Ep 188: The Director of Pokeballs in the Dept of Gotta Catch Em All 1:26:59

1y ago1:26:59

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Pitch, Please - Pitch of the Year 2024 1:36:01

1y ago1:36:01

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Another year, another set of pitches to trawl through and pick our favourites of the year... not just games but 404's too! Thank you to everyone that has sent us pitches and 404's. In this bumper EOY episode we also have a good chat about our games of 2024. Have a pitch you want to send to us? Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Tw…

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Pitch, Please - Room 404: Episode 4 1:14:35

1y ago1:14:35

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This week we have a new round of Room 404 entries to be banished into the bin forever. Do you have gaming gripes that you would like to see banished into Room 404 for all time?! Send them to us at [email protected] or via our Twitter. Follow us: @ptchplspd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Ep 187: It's Been 84 Years 1:15:50

1y ago1:15:50

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Email us at [email protected] Follow us on twitter: https://twitter.com/wejustlovegames https://twitter.com/Vendortronn https://twitter.com/shalinel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wejustlovegames https://www.facebook.com/groups/wejustlovegames PO Box 396 Corona, NM 88318By We Just Love Games