Coffee with a Dev

Welcome to Coffee with a Dev, where we have coffee with an indie game developer and ask them all about game dev life! From the highs of getting featured on IGN to the lows like doing taxes, we'll talk about it all with new guests each fortnight!

Coffee with a Dev is a leisure podcast hosted by Bec, with 9 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Bec hosts Coffee with a Dev, a leisure show with 9 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  The honest truth about becoming a game developer | Mark Smith

  Apr 23, 20261h 19mS1

  <p>In this episode of Coffee with a Dev, Mark Smith shares his journey from childhood game development to releasing his latest game, Pie in the Sky. He discusses the challenges of marketing indie games, the influence of classic titles, and the importance of resilience and learning from each release. <br>Check out Monster Shop Games here: https://monstershopgames.com/Visit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/</p><p>For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: hello@theindiebrew.com.au</p><p>Become a Brewskie! Join our discord: https://discord.gg/7fMPsjRCuj</p><p>...

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  Episode #8

  Groundhog Day in the 80s: Making a Supernatural Kiwi Adventure

  Apr 16, 202656 minS1

  <p>Can a background in commercial tech and experiential installations prepare you for the world of indie game development? For Sam of Mad Carnival Games, the shift was surprisingly natural.</p><p>This week, we explore the business side of "making it" as an indie dev. Sam breaks down how managing budgets and deadlines for major clients paved the way for creating her own IP, How Was Your Day. We talk about the importance of word-of-mouth, the reality of going full-time on a passion project, and the "bittersweet" journey of seeing a protagonist grow through a self-taught writing process.</p><...

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  Episode #7

  Why Being an Indie Developer is "A Fool's Hope" (But We Do It Anyway)

  Apr 9, 20261h 6mS1

  <p>In this episode, Rick Salter from Hojo Studio shares his journey into game development, the influence of early indie games, and the creative process behind his unique, humorous titles like Brave Cart.</p><p>Check out Hojo Studio here: https://www.hojostudio.com.au/</p><p><br></p><p>Visit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/</p><p>For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: hello@theindiebrew.com.au</p><p>Become a Brewskie! Join our discord: https://discord.gg/7fMPsjRCujWant to support what we do? </p><p>Become a Patreon: https://patreon...

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  Episode #6

  Why Puzzle Games Need Better Stories with Tana Tanoi

  Apr 2, 202650 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Coffee with the Dev we chat with Tana, the developer behind Shape Sender Deluxe. Tana shares his journey into game development, starting from his childhood experiences with modding games to his professional career at Dinosaur Polo Club. The conversation delves into the inspiration behind Shapes Sender Deluxe, the challenges of indie game development, and the importance of narrative in puzzle games. </p><p><br></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Tana and Coffee Preferences</p><p>05:07 Transitioning from Hobbyist to Professional Developer</p><p>10:14 Overview of Shape Sender Deluxe</p><p>14:49 Funding and Financial...

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  Episode #5

  How Strict Parents led to a game about Demons - with Kurt Tikoft

  Mar 26, 20261h 19mS1

  <p>In this episode of Coffee with a Dev, Kurt Tikoft shares his journey into game development, discussing his early influences, the impact of formal education, and the challenges he faces while developing his game, Your Holy and Virtuous Heretic.</p><p>Check out Your Holy and Virtuous Heretic here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2621030/Your_Holy__Virtuous_Heretic/</p><p>Visit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/</p><p>For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: hello@theindiebrew.com.au</p><p>Become a Brewskie! Join our discord: https://discord.gg/7fMPsjRCuj</p><...

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