Matt Chat Thread

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MC534 Isaac Otway, Developer of Sovereign Syndicate

Join Dr. Matt Barton as he sits down with Isaac Otway, the brilliant mind behind Crimson Herring Studios and the developer of Sovereign Syndicate. In this insightful interview, Isaac delves into his professional journeys, personal background, and the unique dynamics of the independent gaming industry.

@crimsonherringstudios
6 months ago
DE was definitely an inspiration for the team.

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MC535: Jordan Mechner, Prince of Persia

Jordan Mechner is a famous game designer best known for his games Karateka and Prince of Persia. He's also a renown graphic novelist, writer, and filmmaker. In this interview, we focus mostly on his epic Replay: Memoir of an Uprooted Family, which combines the story of his family's dramatic history interspersed with his own triumphs and challenges as a professional game designer.

 

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All caught up now.

MC536: Michael A. Stackpole

Michael A. Stackpole is a bestselling fantasy and science fiction author. Whether it's Star Wars, BattleTech, or his own creations, Stackpole goes far beyond most authors in his research, attention to detail, and respect for the franchises in question. He's also famous for his work on the Wasteland series, which inspired the later Fallout universe. Finally, he's a pioneer of e-publishing and has a lot to say about the history and future of writing books and games. Tune in for an incredible chat with a spectacular dude!

Great stuff at 48:30 (brian fargo, wasteland, funny story about that iconic photo) Tunnels and Trolls talk took place right before this time.