Those Who Play Create!
7 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsJoin host and producer Lawerence Kelly on Those Who Play Create!, a monthly podcast that explores the inspirations for some of the gaming industry's best. In each episode, Lawerence will interview video game artists, designers, developers, and writers about their motivations, influences, and creative processes to unpack the true stories behind making the video games we love.
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Episodes
Tori Schafer & The Art of Narrative Design!
July 27, 2022 08:02 - 1 hourNarrative design an often overlooked yet crucial aspect of game development. When done correctly, a game can inspire, delight, and represent players in ways never thought of before. But when done incorrectly, a game risks offending, alienating, and misrepresenting players who may seek comfort and joy in a particular project. In this episode of Those Who Play Create! I talk with Tori Schafer about the art of narrative design! Check out Tori's presentation on LGBTQ+ representation in games at G...
A Frog’s Tale: A Ribbiting Adventure!
July 13, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour“Envision, create, and believe in your own universe, and the universe will form around you.” I can’t think of a more perfect way to describe the journey of today’s guest. On this episode of Those Who Play Create! We talk about music, adventure, and finding inspiration in the most uncommon of places as we discuss A Frog’s Tale! You can follow A Frog's Tale here: Twitter: @AFrogsTaleGame Website: https://afrogstalegame.com Creator: @NormanFrog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
The Return of Those Who Play Create!
June 29, 2022 08:00 - 1 minuteHey Lore Party listeners, it’s me, Lawerence, Co-host of Night Knight, Spector. I’m proud to announce that after a brief hiatus, my solo interview podcast, Those Who Play Create!, is back! Join me as I interview artists, designers, and various creative minds that make up the independent and mainstream gaming scene and learn a bit about the lore behind the projects they’ve worked on.! So mash that follow or subscribe button wherever you get your podcasts and stay tuned for more! Learn more abo...
Keepin It Simple, Retro, And Berserk With Zu Ehtisham
January 26, 2022 15:11 - 28 minutesChances are if you’re a millennial around my age, you’ve at one point in your life enjoyed a classic video game. The nostalgia of playing a retro-style pixel game just unlocks many warm memories and feelings. In this episode, I interviewed Zu Ehtisham, the lead developer and pixel artist for the upcoming indie hit Berserk Boy. A project that is not only inspired by this golden age of video games, but seeks to pay homage to it as well! Wishlist Berserk Boy on steam here: https://bit.ly/3IBmDE...
Real Life In Unlikely Places With Oscar Brittain
December 15, 2021 14:50 - 48 minutesVideo games open up a new world to us players. Just like turning the pages of your favorite novel, video games can transport you to a whole new universe where seemingly anything is possible. But what separates an okay game from a great game is the ability to ground the fantasy using some real-world elements. In this episode, I talk with Oscar Britain, an Australian game developer who has a unique take on using real-world elements to build his less-than-real subject matter in the games he crea...
Love Death & StoryTelling
October 14, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutesStorytelling, a powerful yet oftentimes overlooked element of a great game. When executed masterfully, it can significantly enhance the experience for a player. In this episode, Lawerence (@Producedby_lk) sits down with Benjamin Rivers (@BenjaminRivers) and Nancy Yeung (@NancyYeung) of the newly rebranded BancyCo (@bancyco) to discuss what goes into creating a compelling story, how anime and manga contain all of life’s answers and why murder is always on the table. Check out BancyCo’s comple...
Introducing - Those Who Play Create!
September 12, 2021 13:24 - 1 minuteIntroducing Those Who Play Create!, a monthly podcast that explores the stories, ideas, and inspirations for some of the gaming industry's best! You can expect detailed and engaging interviews that explore the creation of a wide variety of video games! Email us: [email protected] Slide into our DMs: https://twitter.com/lore_party This podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...