Hey, folks!
After talking for awhile with some of you guys in the chat area, I've learned that some of you are aspiring video game makers. In case you didn't know, there is a LOT that goes into making a successful video game, so much that you could fill chapters of books with all you need to know. And we're not talking about knowledge of coding or game writing software. This is where the web show, "Extra Credits" comes in. Hosted by game designer James Portnow, animator Daniel Floyd, and artists Allison Theus and Elisa Scaldaferri, this show tackles the deeper issues of video games and video game design, like understanding your audience to tailor your game for them, content, dialogue, etc. It has been around for about 3 or 4 years now, and has amassed quite a library of shows on a wide range of subjects in the interest of gaming and game design. Here is the link to the current library, found on PATV, an offshoot of the popular webcomic, "Penny Arcade."
http://penny-arcade.com/patv/show/extra-credits
If you have any aspirations towards video game design, then you owe it to yourself to watch this show. It's presented in a rapid-fire, funny, and insightful manner, and these guys are very knowledgeable about the subject. Hope you enjoy, and you're welcome! Happy gaming!
-Brandon
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