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LATEST NEWS
What I Learned From…
The author reflects on their first solo game jam experience, highlighting the development journey of "Zombie Friends." They learned essential skills, faced challenges, and emphasized the value of solo game…
Write a Story for…
Writing a story for a game serves as a critical blueprint for development, providing clarity, structure, and direction, ultimately transforming the chaotic process into a focused and organized journey.
Welcome to the Shuffle…
Shuffle 8 Games' blog introduces the indie game studio, highlighting their passion for unique gaming experiences and their current project, Punchy Adventures, featuring a tomato protagonist in a vibrant action-platformer.
DEVELOPMENT
What I Learned From…
The author reflects on their first solo game jam experience, highlighting the development journey of "Zombie Friends." They learned essential skills, faced challenges, and emphasized the value of solo game…
The Challenges of Indie…
Indie game development offers creative freedom but faces challenges like time management and funding. Small teams must balance various roles while pursuing unique ideas and engaging directly with players.
GAME DESIGN
What I Learned From…
The author reflects on their first solo game jam experience, highlighting the development journey of "Zombie Friends." They learned essential skills, faced challenges, and emphasized the value of solo game…
Write a Story for…
Writing a story for a game serves as a critical blueprint for development, providing clarity, structure, and direction, ultimately transforming the chaotic process into a focused and organized journey.
The Art of Balancing…
Balancing challenge and fun in game design requires careful progression, feedback, variety in challenges, and playtesting. Achieving this balance fosters player engagement and enhances the overall gaming experience.
ART
Bringing a Game’s World…
Art in games enhances storytelling and immersion, requiring consistency in style and emotion through design. Balancing visuals and performance is key for an engaging player experience.
