Tag: indie development
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Monochrome Heights Devlog #17 – Time for Some Fun
In the newest Monochrome Heights devlog, Patrick discusses the importance of balancing enjoyable tasks with more challenging aspects of game development.
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Monochrome Heights Devlog #15 – How I Quit My Job (Again) To Finish The Game
Patrick is back with an update on his indie game, Monochrome Heights. After being stuck in a full-time job and battling burnout, he’s back to finish the game and share how it’s coming along.
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SPOTLIGHT SERIES INTERVIEW: Chris Bergman, CEO of Gylee Games and Creator of Ra Ra Boom!
For this Boss Rush Podcast Spotlight, Corey and Pat sit down with Chris Bergman, the CEO of Gylee Games and creator of the upcoming kinetic side-scrolling beat em up, Ra Ra Boom, about how he got into the industry, how he came up with the idea, what the game means to him, and so much…
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Monochrome Heights Devlog #14 – Taking a Game Jam Approach for the Summer
The summer is bringing some challenges to Patrick and his work on the upcoming indie game, Monochrome Heights. This week he shares how he’ll be taking a game jam approach to help finish some segments of the game.
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Monochrome Heights Devlog #13 – So Much Polishing
In his ongoing devlog series, this week Patrick talks about the act of polishing small details of his upcoming indie platformer, Monochrome Heights.
Obsidian on Fallout, Xbox Studio Shifts, Mobile DC Fighter, & More – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Support Boss Rush Network on Patreon. Is Bethesda finally giving fans the ultimate post-apocalyptic dream update, or is Xbox just trying to distract us from industry chaos? In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins are joined by YouTuber and Content Creator Andre Wilson discuss the news of Obsidian Entertainment returning to the Fallout universe alongside the official preproduction announcement for Fallout 5. They also dive into Microsoft launching original Xbox backward compatibility on PC, Compulsion Games seeking work-for-hire after splitting from Xbox, and the internet's wild reaction to DC’s new mobile fighter, DCKO.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network. Email us your questions and topic ideas to the podcast here.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thanks for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network! If you listen on podcast services, leave us a 5 star rating and a nice review or comment. If you're listening to this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Visit our website for more great content from Boss Rush and our community.
Switch 2 Rumors, an OLED Model, Kingdom Hearts, & Expedition 33 – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Email your questions to the podcast here. The Nintendo Switch 2 rumor mill continues to heat up with new games, ports, and even a new model on the horizon. In this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig dig into reports of a possible 1080p OLED model with a Samsung display, plus the wild rumor that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 could arrive on Switch 2 with a true physical cartridge.They also discuss how The Super Mario Galaxy Movie may have officially canonized the U.S. version of Super Mario Bros. 2, Square Enix’s growing Switch 2 plans and upcoming Kingdom Hearts 25th-anniversary event, and Nintendo’s new multi-year Legend of Zelda toy partnership with Hasbro. To wrap up, they break down the ongoing physical-versus-digital debate playing out across PlayStation and the indie game scene. This and more on Nintendo Pow Block! Join our Communities:Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord. Join the Boss Rush Network Facebook Group.Follow Nintendo Pow Block on Social Media: Nintendo Pow Block Podcast: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, FacebookYouTube, Twitch.TVFollow the Boss Rush Network: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch.TVFollow our Hosts: Edward Varnell, Cofounder of Boss Rush Media and host of Nintendo Pow Block. X/Twitter, Bluesky, InstagramCorey Dirrig, Cofounder and CEO of Boss Rush Media and host of the Boss Rush Podcast, Nintendo Pow Block, Xbox Casuals, and Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast. X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Mastodon, Facebook, LinkedInStephanie Klimov is the Vice President of Media and Developer Relations of The Boss Rush Network, the cohost of The Boss Rush Podcast, and leads the Boss Rush Spotlight initiative. X/Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, LinkedInSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thanks for Your Continued Support!Thank you for supporting Nintendo Pow Block! If you’re listening on podcast platforms, leave us a five-star rating and a review. If you’re watching on YouTube, subscribe, like, comment, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Your support means the world—see you next time on Nintendo Pow Block!
Obsidian Returns to the Fallout Wasteland, But at What Cost? – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
Xbox is facing a crossroads, and the future of the brand depends on more than just nostalgia and remasters. In this episode of Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the challenges facing Microsoft’s gaming division, from a lack of fresh ideas and major releases to questions about the company’s long-term strategy. The hosts discuss why remastered classics alone cannot carry Xbox forward, how gaming and movie culture continue to influence each other, and what Xbox needs to do to reconnect with players.This and more on Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast. Join the Tower Casuals Community DiscordJoin the Tower Casuals Podcast Clan
Gym Anxiety, Coffee Talk Tokyo, & Our Fantasy Draft Return! – Boss Rush Gamescast – A Gameplay Discussion Podcast
What happens when working out starts simulating a panic attack, and can a wholesome top-down RPG actually tickle your retro tastebuds? In this full-crew episode of the Boss Rush Gamescast, Pat Klein, Stoy Jovic, Taylor, and Stephanie Klimov reunite to unpack a massive slate of backlog gaming updates and high-level strategy. The show kicks off with a shockingly candid conversation about Pat’s recent struggle with exercise-induced anxiety before sliding into the ultimate gym pet peeves—including un-racked 45-pound plates and cell phone machine hogs. From there, the team reviews their recent playtime, comparing notes on the new characters of Coffee Talk Tokyo, breaking down the brutal learning curve of Final Fantasy Tactics, tracking Taylor's massive 10-hour grinds to catch up in Genshin Impact before the monumental 7.0 update, and celebrating Stoy's 100% completion of The Adventures of Elliot. Finally, the crew gears up to draft the highly anticipated second half of their Fantasy Draft league!This and more on Gamescast! Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.
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