Home Podcasts The Indie Game Development Podcast
The Indie Game Development Podcast

The Indie Game Development Podcast

sasquatchbstudios 83 Episodes Jul 23, 2025

Hosted by Sasquatch B Studios, a husband-and-wife indie game development team who quit their jobs and sold their house to fund their studio. The show covers all aspects of game development, from personal struggles and successes to industry technology. It also features interviews with well-known dev-loggers, tackling pressing development questions.

Episodes

Watch This if Learning Game Development is FRUSTRATING You
Watch This if Learning Game Development is FRUSTRATING You Jul 23, 2025 949 In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, we dive into the emotional rollercoaster of learning game development—especially when progress feels frustratingly slow. We'll talk about how the more you learn, the more you feel like a beginner again. You’ll hear honest stories about "nightmare dev days," when nothing seems to work—yet those are the days where you grow the most. We also expl
Let's Talk Game Dev: Slimekeep - The #2 Most Wishlisted Indie Game on Steam
Let's Talk Game Dev: Slimekeep - The #2 Most Wishlisted Indie Game on Steam May 8, 2025 3019 Join our Discord Community! Check us out on Youtube! In this episode of the Indie Game Development Podcast, I sat down with BenBonk to chat about making Slimekeep, his five-year journey, and what it’s like developing a game from high school to Steam. He shares about wishlists, hard work, and growing as a solo indie dev. BenBonk started Slimekeep in grade 9. Five years later, it became one of the m
We Launched Our First Steam Game – Here's What Really Happened
We Launched Our First Steam Game – Here's What Really Happened Apr 23, 2025 3613 Join our Discord Community! Check us out on Youtube! The game dev industry has been looking rough lately—layoffs, AI advancements, drama with engines, and an overwhelming number of new releases. It’s easy to feel discouraged. But despite all of that, we truly believe now is the BEST time to get into game dev.  The industry is changing fast, and those who push through will be ahead when the dust se
Why RIGHT NOW is the BEST time to start making video games
Why RIGHT NOW is the BEST time to start making video games Feb 21, 2025 828 Join our Discord Community! Check us out on Youtube! The game dev industry has been looking rough lately—layoffs, AI advancements, drama with engines, and an overwhelming number of new releases. It’s easy to feel discouraged. But despite all of that, we truly believe now is the BEST time to get into game dev.  The industry is changing fast, and those who push through will be ahead when the dust se
How to Make Games when you SUCK at Code
How to Make Games when you SUCK at Code Feb 7, 2025 1336 Wishlist Cropolution on Steam!  Check us out on Youtube!   In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, I’m focusing on helping those of you who are struggling with the technical side of game development. I’ll guide you through the different options for coding in the major game engines like Unreal, Unity, and Godot, and share practical tips on how to start thinking like a p
How to Start Gamedev in 2025
How to Start Gamedev in 2025 Jan 17, 2025 1462 Wishlist Cropolution on Steam!  Check us out on Youtube! In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, we provide a complete roadmap to help you get started with indie game development in 2025. From choosing the right game engine to the fastest ways to develop your skills, we cover essential tools, resources, and strategies to kickstart your game development journey.    Links for sound/ar
Full time indie game dev? Be careful what you wish for...
Full time indie game dev? Be careful what you wish for... Nov 27, 2024 1132 Wishlist Cropolution on Steam!  Join our Discord Community! Check us out on Youtube! In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, we'll dive into the realities of going full-time as an indie game developer. While I’m all for chasing your dreams, the journey is often far more challenging than expected. That said, the rewards are unmatched. This episode is really all about preparing you fo
How to Make a Game When You SUCK at Art
How to Make a Game When You SUCK at Art Oct 18, 2024 1107 Join our Discord Community: https://discord.com/invite/aHjTSBz3jH Check us out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sasquatchbgames In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, I get real about something that’s been on my mind as a game developer: I suck at art. Like, really suck. The point of this episode is to talk about making games when you’re not great at art right NOW without spend
Make constant progress in your game using THIS method
Make constant progress in your game using THIS method Oct 4, 2024 1267 Join our Discord Community: https://discord.com/invite/aHjTSBz3jH Check us out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sasquatchbgames Game development can incredibly hard due to the need to master various technical and creative skills, alongside the demands of marketing and handling feedback. Balancing these tasks with personal responsibilities can lead to stress, burnout, and self-doubt. In this ep
How to Make a Game Players Actually CARE About
How to Make a Game Players Actually CARE About Sep 18, 2024 1043 Join our Discord Community: https://discord.com/invite/aHjTSBz3jH Check us out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sasquatchbgames In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, I dive into one of the toughest questions in game development: "Why should players care about your game?" With so many games flooding the market, it’s crucial to make yours stand out, and figuring out why players
Game Designers are LYING to you: Here's How
Game Designers are LYING to you: Here's How Sep 4, 2024 865 Join our Discord Community: https://discord.com/invite/aHjTSBz3jH Check us out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sasquatchbgames In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, we delve into the nuanced role of an indie game designer, exploring the delicate balance between challenge and reward that keeps players engaged and satisfied. You'll uncover the fascinating secrets behind popular
How do Game Designers Make their Games FUN?
How do Game Designers Make their Games FUN? Aug 21, 2024 996 Join our Discord Community: https://discord.com/invite/aHjTSBz3jH Check us out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sasquatchbgames In this episode of The Indie Game Development Podcast, we'll explore the crucial task of ensuring your game is fun, despite the challenges of subjectivity and diminishing excitement over time. We'll tackle the question of how to design a fun game by delving into the c

Recommended