Legendary Software Rendering Era | Sean Barrett Wookash Podcast 2025-07-19 | Legendary graphics programmer Sean Barrett shares his remarkable journey — starting in early game development, pushing graphics boundaries at Looking Glass Studios, and later creating the iconic STB libraries. We explore everything from postscript printers to portal engines and pioneering indie game jams. This episode dives deep into the technical craft and creative mindset behind some of the most influential graphics work in gaming history. Join us!Website: nothings.orgThief engine post: nothings.org/gamedev/thief_rendering.htmlGithub: github.com/nothingsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/nothings.bsky.socialYoutube: youtube.com/user/silverspaceship/videosWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcastChapters:00:00 Intro00:41 Early programming & MUDs08:50 Wildest printer software 39:32 Joining Looking Glass57:31 Terra Nova rendering tricks01:18:41 THIEF GRAPHICS ENGINE BEGINS01:36:44 Portal and cells02:51:30 Perspective projection mapping03:05:56 THIEF GRAPHICS ENGINE ENDS03:16:08 First Indie Game Jams03:42:57 LEGENDARY STB LIBRARIES04:59:44 Outro
Fixing the Web? | Carson Gross Wookash Podcast 2025-07-06 | In this episode Carson Gross – creator of htmx, joins me to reflect on the evolution of the web, the pitfalls of modern frameworks, and why simplicity still matters. We cover his programming roots, his teaching experience, the philosophy behind htmx, and his strong opinions on abstraction, complexity, and testing. Join us!HTMX book (free digital version!) https://hypermedia.systems/Mentioned blog: https://grugbrain.dev/Website: https://bigsky.software/cv/GitHub: github.com/bigskysoftwareWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Fixing the Web? | Carson Gross Wookash Podcast 2025-07-05 | In this episode Carson Gross – creator of htmx, joins me to reflect on the evolution of the web, the pitfalls of modern frameworks, and why simplicity still matters. We cover his programming roots, his teaching experience, the philosophy behind htmx, and his strong opinions on abstraction, complexity, and testing. Join us!HTMX book (free digital version!) https://hypermedia.systems/Mentioned blog: https://grugbrain.dev/Website: https://bigsky.software/cv/GitHub: github.com/bigskysoftwareWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcastChapters:00:00 Highlights00:40 His Programming Journey05:47 Teaching09:33 HTMX Origins16:27 State of the Web Today26:16 Where is the line?34:47 Is HTMX Easy?38:43 React vs. HTMX47:58 HTMX - Interesting Systems57:39 Dirty Code01:07:25 Opinionated programming01:11:18 Lessons Learned01:23:00 Software Decline01:25:47 Future of HGMAX
Stay True to Code Performance Wookash Podcast 2025-06-21 | Anton Mikhailov has worked on everything from PS Move to PSVR and Dreams, pushing hardware further than most thought possible. We talk about motion tracking, low-level programming, differences in working for AAA game industry and big tech like Google, and what it really takes to ship high-performance code. Join us!X: https://x.com/antovskyMonsumo TV: monsumo.tv - CHECK OUT!Wookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcastChapters:00:00 Highlights00:49 His Programming Journey05:09 Learning C and C++07:37 Sony vs Microsoft11:59 PlayStation Move Origins21:57 Math and Tracking Challenges29:02 SPU vs CPU on PS330:04 Mixed Reception of PS Move42:24 Early VR Experiments52:43 PSVR Tracking vs Oculus58:27 The State of VR Today01:02:03 Dreams01:06:50 How Dreams Was Possible01:14:52 Technical Highlights of Dreams01:25:43 Handling Updates in Dreams01:39:57 Clean Code Mentality01:46:23 Taking Technical Risks01:58:15 From AAA to Big Tech02:11:43 Why He Left Google02:26:13 Substance 3D Modeler and Adobe02:27:18 Cross-Platform UI Suite02:40:35 Performance-First Development02:47:42 Gen AI Game02:50:02 MONSUMO TV02:51:21 Building Website03:18:02 New Low-Level Languages
Clay - layout library written in C #programming Wookash Podcast 2025-06-15 | See full episode!!Nic Barker is a self-taught programmer who went from web development to building Clay, a fast UI layout library in C. We talk about how he got started, his journey into low-level programming, the challenges of building tools, and what makes great software. Join us!NicWebsite: nicbarker.comGithub: github.com/nicbarkerClay: nicbarker.com/clayYouTube: youtube.com/@nicbarkeragainX: https://x.com/nicbarkeragainWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcastChapters:HighlightsProgramming JourneyFounding a StartupWork ExperienceClay InspirationWhat is Clay?Immediate vs Retained ModeBrowsers and Virtual DOMClay Backend CompatibilityMacrosChoosing CDislikes about CComplexity in ClayPerformance BottlenecksContributing to ClayFinding TimeLicenseMarketing & TeachingCode EditorThe Importance of Debugger
Why Use C for UI Library? | Nic Barker Wookash Podcast 2025-06-14 | Nic Barker is a self-taught programmer who went from web development to building Clay, a fast UI layout library in C. We talk about how he got started, his journey into low-level programming, the challenges of building tools, and what makes great software. Join us!NicWebsite: nicbarker.comGithub: github.com/nicbarkerClay: nicbarker.com/clayYouTube: youtube.com/@nicbarkeragainX: https://x.com/nicbarkeragainWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcastChapters:00:00 Highlights00:49 Programming Journey10:39 Founding a Startup12:25 Work Experience16:42 Switching24:05 Clay Inspiration32:19 What is Clay?35:31 Immediate vs Retained Mode44:04 Browsers and Virtual DOM50:23 Clay Backend Compatibility53:14 Macros01:00:49 Choosing C01:03:49 Dislikes about C01:08:59 Complexity in Clay01:17:27 Performance Bottlenecks01:21:36 Contributing to Clay01:25:23 Finding Time01:28:38 License01:29:55 Marketing & Teaching01:43:29 Code Editor01:48:29 The Importance of Debugger
How Does Linux Work? | Greg Kroah-Hartman Wookash Podcast 2025-06-08 | Greg Kroah-Hartman is one of the most influential Linux kernel maintainers, responsible for subsystems like USB, TTY, and the stable branch. We talk about how he got started, how Linux development really works, the future of Linux, and what it takes to become a contributor. Join us!Greg:Website: http://www.kroah.com/logGithub: github.com/gregkh?tab=overview&from=2009-12-01&to=2009-12-31X: https://x.com/gregkh?lang=roLinux:Website: linux.orgGithub: github.com/torvalds/linuxBasic patch tutorial: github.com/gregkh/kernel-tutorialThe Linux Foundation Website: linuxfoundation.orgThe Linux Foundation X: https://x.com/linuxfoundation?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
How Does Linux Work? | Greg Kroah-Hartman Wookash Podcast 2025-06-07 | Greg Kroah-Hartman is one of the most influential Linux kernel maintainers, responsible for subsystems like USB, TTY, and the stable branch. We talk about how he got started, how Linux development really works, the future of Linux, and what it takes to become a contributor. Join us!Greg:Website: http://www.kroah.com/logGithub: github.com/gregkh?tab=overview&from=2009-12-01&to=2009-12-31X: https://x.com/gregkh?lang=roLinux:Website: linux.orgGithub: github.com/torvalds/linuxBasic patch tutorial: github.com/gregkh/kernel-tutorialThe Linux Foundation Website: linuxfoundation.orgThe Linux Foundation X: https://x.com/linuxfoundation?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcastChapters:00:00 Highlights00:36 His Programming Journey03:01 Joining Linux06:09 Ownership in Linux08:06 Decade-long contributors count09:35 Becoming a maintainer12:15 Getting involved13:54 Kernel and driver overview20:12 Opening a file22:36 What tools does he use?26:51 Does anyone fully know kernel?30:00 Punishing development loop32:47 Microkernel vs monolithic kernel38:02 Most common issues41:14 Is Rust more reliable?48:42 C, Rust, and… more?49:58 Style guide54:34 Difficult parts of development58:40 Primary movers01:02:06 Organisation in Linux01:10:13 Heated conflict01:11:28 Is open source a better product?01:12:53 Compatibility Issues01:17:02 Innovation?01:21:32 Development Process01:28:01 Linux Foundation01:33:43 Will the Linux Foundation grow?01:37:30 Future of Linux01:40:23 Steam deck01:45:49 Is software declining?
Creating Games Should Be More Fun Wookash Podcast 2025-05-31 | Join Nuno Leiria, the creator of Nilo, a new web-first (WebAssembly) game engine that uses genAI to help you create your game. We talk about why building games should feel as joyful as playing them, and how Nilo could help the next generation of creators get started.Nilo:Website: nilo.ioDiscord: discord.com/invite/p3GM48mrXtX: https://x.com/NiloTechIncLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/nilo-technologiesNuno:Website: nunoleiria.comX: https://x.com/NunoPLeiriaWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcastChapters: 00:00 Highlights00:36 The idea behind Nilo03:03 How Nilo works08:22 WebAssembly12:56 Constraining AI18:18 The difficult parts21:53 Web Browser good?26:08 Nilo’s current state28:24 Competing with other engines?36:42 Polystream 37:36 Cloud gaming without video?47:48 Advice for beginners51:42 Sources of motivation53:45 Book recommendations 01:02:27 Business or programming?
Inside AAA Game Engine Wookash Podcast 2025-05-25 | Wookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Inside Diablo Engine | Marcin Undak Wookash Podcast 2025-05-24 | Join Marcin Undak, engine lead for Diablo at Blizzard! We talk about game engines and Blizzard and how they differ from other solutions like Unreal, as well as how to think of game production, and what should you do to get a job at a AAA game studio! :) Join us!Diablo IV Expansion - Vessel of Hatred!diablo4.blizzard.com/en-usWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast00:00 Highlights00:40 How Did the Programming Journey Start?04:17 CD Projekt Red and The Witcher II07:19 Ubisoft and The Watch Dogs Series09:45 Blizzard and Diablo IV11:02 Current role and Day-to-Day Work12:04 General Purpose vs. AAA Game Engines16:16 Working on a Game Engine19:56 Infrastructure and Processes - Big Games22:52 What He Enjoyed Working On23:56 Difficulties in Large Companies27:24 How Often Does the Engine Change?30:18 Non-Technical Complexity Made Easy35:23 Different Stages of Game Production39:09 Can the Engine Handle It All?44:05 Upside of Fast-Paced Game Shipping48:26 C++ and Scripting Languages54:56 Performance in Diablo IV01:03:48 Adding Features to the Engine01:07:02 AAA vs. Indie Development01:10:41 The Upside of AAA Studios01:22:50 Will AAA Studios Use Other Languages?01:30:44 Visual Studio Bad?01:38:42 Where Should You Start?
Can You Build a Web Browser? | Andreas Kling Wookash Podcast 2025-05-18 | What does it really take to build a web browser from scratch? In this in-depth interview, Andreas Kling — the creator of the Ladybird browser and SerenityOS — shares his journey from working at Apple to founding an independent, open-source browser project completely free from corporate influence. We explore the surprising complexity behind rendering web pages, handling JavaScript, and building a modern browser engine with a small team. Andreas also opens up about leaving big tech, the challenges of performance, standards compliance, memory safety, and how Ladybird is proving that a few dedicated people can take on the giants!Ladybird: ladybird.orgLadybird Project GitHub: github.com/LadybirdBrowser/ladybirdLadybird Project Discord: discord.com/invite/nvfjVJ4SvhAndreas’ Website: awesomekling.github.ioYouTube: youtube.com/c/AndreasKlingX: https://x.com/awesomeklingWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Can You Build a Web Browser? | Andreas Kling Wookash Podcast 2025-05-17 | What does it really take to build a web browser from scratch? In this in-depth interview, Andreas Kling — the creator of the Ladybird browser and SerenityOS — shares his journey from working at Apple to founding an independent, open-source browser project completely free from corporate influence. We explore the surprising complexity behind rendering web pages, handling JavaScript, and building a modern browser engine with a small team. Andreas also opens up about leaving big tech, the challenges of performance, standards compliance, memory safety, and how Ladybird is proving that a few dedicated people can take on the giants!Ladybird: ladybird.orgLadybird Project GitHub: github.com/LadybirdBrowser/ladybirdLadybird Project Discord: discord.com/invite/nvfjVJ4SvhAndreas’ Website: awesomekling.github.ioYouTube: youtube.com/c/AndreasKlingX: https://x.com/awesomeklingWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Inside Unity Build Systems | Tomas Jakubauskas Wookash Podcast 2025-05-14 | Tomas Jakubauskas shares his journey from early programming experiments to helping shape Unity's build systems and testing infrastructure. In this episode, we explore how game engines evolve behind the scenes, what it takes to support hundreds of platforms, and why automation became a core focus of his work.Wookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
On math, shaders and burnout with Freya Holmér! Wookash Podcast 2025-05-10 | Freya Holmér has spent over a decade bridging the worlds of art and code — making tools, teaching math and shaders, and now building a brand new 3D modeling app for game developers. In this episode, she shares what it’s like to juggle creative burnout, perfectionism, and multiple ambitious projects at once. From Unity plugins like “Shapes” and “ShaderForge” to her deep skepticism of generative AI, we dive into what drives her work and the values behind it.Website: acegikmo.comYoutube channel: youtube.com/acegikmoTwitch: twitch.tv/acegikmoBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/freya.bsky.socialWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Painting with Math | Inigo Quilez Wookash Podcast 2025-05-03 | Inigo Quilez is a pioneer in creative coding, known for using pure mathematics to render stunning 3D visuals. In this episode, he shares how his unique path took him from demo scenes to Pixar, where he built tools to grow entire forests with code. We dive into his work on Shadertoy, why he created Quill for VR art, and his thoughts on C++, artistic expression, and building powerful tools for artists.Heart Created with Math: youtu.be/aNR4n0i2ZlM?si=tzBOOlfB9p97SiS5Skull Shader: shadertoy.com/view/4XsfDsYoutube Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCdmAhiG8HQDlz8uyekw4ENwWebsite: http://iquilezles.orgX: https://x.com/iquilezlesWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast4:00 - just a toy - not a job5:50 - demoscene8:50 - old demoscene approach15:00 - tools vs toys and years of experience20:00 - antialialiasing and how important is quality of final image23:10 - VR tools25:10 - tools for movie and 2GB of vram33:00 - "hardcoding for something you will use only once or twice"35:10 - "you are genius"39:00 - move from movies to something else43:45 - raytracing is gread46:10 - real time rendering47:50 - UE451:00 - AO colorize51:50 - fine-tuning control of lighting53:00 - VR movie58:00 - heart from sphere59:25 - UE4 tools for VR1:01:00 - new tools to make new tools1:01:45 - actual artist approach for tool development1:02:55 - 3d space and technical challenges1:03:30 - "gpus shouldn't necessarily be used to create better shading”1:04:30 - "GPUs to help with UX”1:06:00 - all low level languages replaced at some point1:06:20 - artist should not think about this1:06:45 - iterations1:07:00 - classical artist making art for 3d VR movie1:08:15 - more details1:11:25 - technical challenges1:13:25 - sane programming - do not do spaghetti pointers everywhere1:13:50 - modern C++1:14:28 - "think if you do smart pointers you don't you don't understand your program"1:14:47 - "we should ban it same as goto"1:15:15 - understanding of program code for programmers1:19:50 - after tool for movie1:21:20 - VR "from super hype to...." (and same for another area now)1:22:00 - tool to produce film quicker1:22:35 - just draw it1:25:15 - "headset that works"1:25:40 - hardcore engineer as product manager1:26:07 - shadertoy mentioned1:29:08 - left the company reasons1:31:20 - LLM and all these AI1:31:35 - shadertoy1:31:48 - "it's the YouTube for the computer graphic nerds"1:33:20 - prototyping tool1:35:00 - super users1:36:45 - first version of shadertoy1:38:10 - 20131:39:20 - web dev1:40:35 - maintaining1:43:25 - money for servers1:46:00 - "I think I have seen I'm not going to say every shader that exists in shader toy but a huge fraction of them"1:48:55 - adobe1:52:10 - skills to sdf1:54:00 - 2d artist to 3d1:57:40 - webgl webgl2 opengl32:03:20 - math2:07:25 - videos editing/youtube channel2:13:10 - tiktok/insta2:13:55 - time/work2:17:08 - socials media brain fragmented2:18:45 - time2:19:45 - "advice for people who starting now"2:22:40 - reinventing the wheel
Why D Programming Language? | Lewis Nicolle Wookash Podcast 2025-04-26 | What happens when a AAA developer walks away from big studios to build his own game from scratch in a language most developers have never touched?In this episode, we explore the journey behind Art of Reflection, a first-person puzzle game built in D. Lewis shares why he chose this unconventional language, how systems thinking shaped his design, and what it really takes to build something solo for over four years.Lewis’ website: http://lewisnicolle.comX: https://x.com/hydrozoagamesThe Art of Reflection: store.steampowered.com/app/2290770/The_Art_of_ReflectionWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast0:28 - Introduction and What is Art of Reflection?3:07 - The Journey of Choosing and Using the D Programming Language14:23 - Technical Deep Dive: D Language Features and Interoperability23:59 - Reflections on D, Compile Times, and Engine Development Philosophy28:35 - The Evolution of Art of Reflection: From 2D Concepts to 3D Mirrors43:41 - Puzzle Design and Game Mechanics48:27 - Art of Reflection's Engine Architecture and Rendering Tech1:03:07 - Optimization Strategies and Performance Challenges1:09:34 - Contrasting Solo Indie Development with AAA Complexity1:19:06 - Current Status, Future Plans, and Marketing for Art of Reflection1:24:16 - Advice for Aspiring Developers and Development Tools
File Pilot: Design Meets Performance | Vjekoslav Krajačić Wookash Podcast 2025-04-19 | In this interview, I talk with the developer behind File Pilot — a modern, fast, and customizable alternative to the default Windows File Explorer. We take a closer look at the motivations behind building it from scratch in C, the design philosophy that prioritizes simplicity and speed, and the technical challenges along the way.He shares his experience moving away from traditional OOP, building a tightly integrated UI system, and how influences like Handmade Hero shaped his thinking. We also touch on his early Flash game dev days, working with threading, memory management, and building tools that actually feel good to use.File Pilot: https://filepilot.tech/Handmade: https://filepilot.handmade.network/YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCSZsgOOTYWadgPR-Ajxn86QX: https://x.com/vkrajacicWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Highly anticipated Mewgenics! | Tyler Glaiel Wookash Podcast 2025-04-12 | This time I was joined by Tyler Glaiel – a sharp and hilarious programmer who's been making games for over two decades. We talk about his early days making games in Flash, building a custom game engine in C++ for The End is Nigh and the upcoming Mewgenics. Tyler shares what it took to reimplement Flash tech from scratch, his gripes with modern engines like Unity, and why he chooses SVN over Git! Tyler’s Website: glaielgames.comBlog: blog.tylerglaiel.comX: https://x.com/TylerGlaielWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast05:52 - Flash11:25 - Transition to C++ & "Closure"26:25 - Unity & "Bombernauts"37:34 - Custom Engine & "The End is Nigh"1:04:18 - Upcoming game: "Mewgenics" & C++ Insights1:28:05 - Future of the Engine, Mewgenics Progress & Development Setup1:37:54 - Advice for Aspiring Developers
Half a milion lines of code - Stewart Lynch on his 10x editor Wookash Podcast 2025-04-05 | Hear the story of Stewart Lynch — the solo developer behind 10x Editor, a lightning-fast C++ code editor built to handle massive projects. We dive into his background in game development, his time at Climax and Lionhead, and why he decided to create his own editor from scratch. Stewart shares his philosophy on performance, simplicity, and more!
If youre serious about programming, listen to Stewart Lynch Wookash Podcast 2025-04-05 | Hear the story of Stewart Lynch — the solo developer behind 10x Editor, a lightning-fast C++ code editor built to handle massive projects. We dive into his background in game development, his time at Climax and Lionhead, and why he decided to create his own editor from scratch. Stewart shares his philosophy on performance, simplicity, and more!10x Editor Website: 10xeditor.comMastodon: https://mastodon.gamedev.place/@stewartlynch8X: https://x.com/stewartlynch8Wookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Realtime physics engines with Dennis Gustafsson! Wookash Podcast 2025-03-29 | Please welcome Dennis! He's an accomplished engineer building physics engines and physics based games from scratch! This means he's often doing graphics from scratch as well, so he's well versed in rendering technology as well! We talk a lot about his work, physics engines, mobile games he made like Sprinkle and Smash Hit, but also large productions like Teardown! You can learn a lot by listening to this one!Website: https://voxagon.se/X: https://x.com/voxagonlabsTeardown: teardowngame.comSEE THE RECENT ANNOUNCEMENT: youtube.com/watch?v=nbYp5BarruI !! :)Wookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
How did Aras come to be first hire in #unity3d engine! #gamedev Wookash Podcast 2025-03-23 | See the full episode on @WookashPodcast !Hear the stories about Unity - engine and company from its first hire: Aras Pranckevičius! We talk about how did he end up working for Unity, how the company and culture changed over the years, what is the design for a lot of Unity systems like DOTS and Rendering Pipelines, and more!Wesbite: aras-p.infoNote the awesome blog: aras-p.info/blogMastodon: https://mastodon.gamedev.place/@arasX: https://x.com/aras_pWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Aras Pranckevičius on Unity Engine internals and company! Wookash Podcast 2025-03-22 | Hear the stories about Unity - engine and company from its first hire: Aras Pranckevičius! We talk about how did he end up working for Unity, how the company and culture changed over the years, what is the design for a lot of Unity systems like DOTS and Rendering Pipelines, and more!Wesbite: aras-p.infoNote the awesome blog: aras-p.info/blogMastodon: https://mastodon.gamedev.place/@arasX: https://x.com/aras_pWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast00:01:45 - Aras's Programming Journey00:05:18 - Work Before Unity & Game Dev Interest00:08:02 - Joining Unity: The Beginning00:12:34 - Early Tasks & Cross-Platform Development00:16:31 - Unity's Business Model & Profitability00:22:23 - Scaling Challenges & Team Growth00:31:52 - Open Source vs. Closed Source00:35:01 - Core Abstractions & DOTS00:48:16 - Render Pipelines01:00:38 - Unity Going Public01:06:26 - Highs and Lows at Unity01:15:32 - Reasons for Leaving Unity01:20:55 - Hopes for Unity's Future01:22:35 - Open Source Contributions & Blender01:33:08 - Contributing to Large Projects & Playdate01:38:54 - Advice for Newcomers & AI Tools01:41:16 - Closing Remarks & Favorite Games
Dragonsweeper, free and online game, still getting stolen - what? | Daniel Benmergui #gamedev Wookash Podcast 2025-03-16 | This time I was joined by Daniel Benmergui - an indie game developer from Argentina! He made Storyteller, Dragonsweeper, as well as other games that combine art and design creating something unique (like "I wish I were a moon"). This discussion is one of my favorites, Daniel has such a peaceful mind, he's open to ideas and questions, it was an incredible pleasure to talk to him! We talk about game design, mentorship trip to US and working with Chris Hecker and Jonathan Blow, Storyteller, Dragonsweeper, and more!Storyteller: store.steampowered.com/app/1624540/StorytellerDragonsweeper (free & online): danielben.itch.io/dragonsweeperI Wish I Were A Moon (free & online): danielben.itch.io/i-wish-i-were-the-moonFidel Dungeon Rescue: danielben.itch.io/fidel-dungeon-rescueGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Puzzle Game Design | Daniel Benmergui Wookash Podcast 2025-03-15 | This time I was joined by Daniel Benmergui - an indie game developer from Argentina! He made Storyteller, Dragonsweeper, as well as other games that combine art and design creating something unique (like "I wish I were a moon"). This discussion is one of my favorites, Daniel has such a peaceful mind, he's open to ideas and questions, it was an incredible pleasure to talk to him! We talk about game design, mentorship trip to US and working with Chris Hecker and Jonathan Blow, Storyteller, Dragonsweeper, and more!Storyteller: store.steampowered.com/app/1624540/StorytellerDragonsweeper (free & online): danielben.itch.io/dragonsweeperI Wish I Were A Moon (free & online): danielben.itch.io/i-wish-i-were-the-moonFidel Dungeon Rescue: danielben.itch.io/fidel-dungeon-rescueGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
With admiration, @tedbendixson on @billy_basso style of #programming ! #gamedev Wookash Podcast 2025-03-09 | Watch the full episode on @WookashPodcast !Hi! I'm joined by @tedbendixson for the second time now on this channel!I love his work and thought process! We talk about his game Mooselutions and the adventure that it has been to port it to iOS, without using build tools from Apple!store.steampowered.com/app/2287140/Mooselutionsapps.apple.com/us/app/mooselutions/id6477404960Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
The lesson in puzzle game design with Matt VanDevander! Wookash Podcast 2025-03-09 | I'm joined by Matt who made Taiji - a game exploring puzzles in an abstract way with similarities to the Jonathan Blow's the Witness! Unfortunately, I lost my side of the conversation, so the questions were re-recorded and stitched through the discussion! You can enjoy hilarious bits from Matt!The then-forgotten, now-remembered streamer who played Taiji: Tyler | aliensrockGreat takes on X: https://x.com/mvandevanderTaiji on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1141580/TaijiSwitch: nintendo.com/de-ch/Spiele/Nintendo-Switch-Download-Software/Taiji-2745747.htmlTaiji website: taiji-game.comWookash PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Why did he build custom iOS build pipeline? | Ted Bendixson Wookash Podcast 2025-03-08 | Hi! I'm joined by @tedbendixson for the second time now on this channel!I love his work and thought process! We talk about his game Mooselutions and the adventure that it has been to port it to iOS, without using build tools from Apple!store.steampowered.com/app/2287140/Mooselutionsapps.apple.com/us/app/mooselutions/id6477404960Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wookash-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/wookash_podcast
Should player be able to choose an ending in a game? #gamedev #podcast Wookash Podcast 2025-03-05 | Watch the full episode with Dave Gilbert on @GameEngineeringPodcast !
How voice acting looks like? #gamedevpodcast Wookash Podcast 2025-03-04 | Watch the full episode with Dave Gilbert on @GameEngineeringPodcast !
Do puzzles break you out of the immersion in a game? #gamedev #podcast Wookash Podcast 2025-03-03 | Watch the full episode with Dave Gilbert on @GameEngineeringPodcast !
Dave Gilbert on his process of creating narratives for games! #gamedev #writing Wookash Podcast 2025-03-02 | Watch the full episode with Dave Gilbert on @GameEngineeringPodcast !
Why Odin #programming language is great for C devs! Wookash Podcast 2025-03-02 | Watch the full episode at @WookashPodcast !I'm joined by Karl Zylinski, who made CAT & ONION with Odin + raylib and has recently written the Odin Book! We talk about his experience, Unreal Engine programming, physics degree and of course, Odin and raylib! Join us!Odin Book: zylinski.itch.io/odinbookCAT & ONION on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2781210/CAT__ONIONMentioned blog post: https://zylinski.se/posts/solodevs-and-the-trap-of-the-game-engine/Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Adventure Game Design masterclass with Dave Gilbert! Wookash Podcast 2025-03-02 | Listen to Dave Gilbert on how he makes his games, step by step, from the idea to production! Dave is running Wadjet Eye Games for almost 20 years now and have made incredible games focused on narrative with unique sense of humour! Keep an eye on his new, upcoming (as of today) game Old Skies!OLD SKIES on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/1346360/Old_SkiesUnavowed! :) store.steampowered.com/app/336140/UnavowedWadjet Eye Games:wadjeteyegames.com/gamesGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Why Odin and raylib is an irresistible combo with Karl Zylinski! Wookash Podcast 2025-03-01 | I'm joined by Karl Zylinski, who made CAT & ONION with Odin + raylib and has recently written the Odin Book! We talk about his experience, Unreal Engine programming, physics degree and of course, Odin and raylib! Join us!Odin Book: zylinski.itch.io/odinbookCAT & ONION on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2781210/CAT__ONIONMentioned blog post: https://zylinski.se/posts/solodevs-and-the-trap-of-the-game-engine/Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Why code benchmarks are often silly, with Daniel Lemire! #programming Wookash Podcast 2025-02-23 | Daniel Lemire, a world class CPU performance expert, professor at Université TÉLUQ (Université du Québec) and the author of open source SIMD libraries has joined me to discuss CPUs and what makes them fast!Daniel's blog: lemire.me/blogDaniel's Github: (top 200 contributor) github.com/lemireResources recommended by Daniel:amazon.ca/Performance-Analysis-Tuning-Modern-CPUs/dp/B08R6MTM7Kcomputerenhance.com/p/single-instruction-multiple-data (Casey Muratori)SIMD algorithms: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYCMvilhmuPEM8DUvY6Wg_jaSFHpmlSBD (Denis Yaroshevskiy)Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
important podcast update Wookash Podcast 2025-02-23 | Hey! A quick update about the podcast!Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
On SIMD, cache and CPU internals with the expert Daniel Lemire! Wookash Podcast 2025-02-22 | Daniel Lemire, a world class CPU performance expert, professor at Université TÉLUQ (Université du Québec) and the author of open source SIMD libraries has joined me to discuss CPUs and what makes them fast!Daniel's blog: lemire.me/blogDaniel's Github: (top 200 contributor) github.com/lemireResources recommended by Daniel:amazon.ca/Performance-Analysis-Tuning-Modern-CPUs/dp/B08R6MTM7Kcomputerenhance.com/p/single-instruction-multiple-data (Casey Muratori)SIMD algorithms: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYCMvilhmuPEM8DUvY6Wg_jaSFHpmlSBD (Denis Yaroshevskiy)Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_Chapters:0:00 Intro1:09 What does a processor do?29:31 Benchmarking49:14 SIMD1:28:20 What is Mojo?2:11:36 How to leverage CPU atchitecture2:26:18 Top Github Contributors list2:31:16 Open Source Libraries of Daniel
What is the upcoming game Old Skies about? #gamedevpodcast Wookash Podcast 2025-02-18 | Watch the full episode with Dave Gilbert on @WookashPodcast !
The state of software today... rough! #podcast with Ginger Bill, Odin lang creator Wookash Podcast 2025-02-17 | Check out full discussion with Bill on @GameEngineeringPodcast !Bill:https://x.com/TheGingerBillodin-lang.orgNew Odin Book by Karl Zylinski: zylinski.itch.io/odinbookOdin in Godbolt: godbolt.org/z/M646qdfEcGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
raylib author on library internals and C programming language! Wookash Podcast 2025-02-15 | Ramon, the creator of raylib library, joins me to discuss its C code and design! We talk about open source model of development as well! Join us!raylib.comgithub.com/raysan5/raylibhttps://x.com/raysan5Game Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Will from Kini Games on mystery adventure games! Wookash Podcast 2025-02-09 | Will, a writer for the Rise of the Golden Idol (which I adore) is joining me for a discussion on mystery games and point and click adventure games! We talk about his upcoming City of Voices and the influences of adventure games in general!WISHLIST: store.steampowered.com/app/3342470/City_of_VoicesPodcast Will mentions: open.spotify.com/show/30R5REvknCBprrCrlAYDTWX: https://x.com/games_kiniGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Raphael Luba on jai compiler internals! Wookash Podcast 2025-02-08 | This time I'm joined by Raphael Luba, who is working on jai compiler (upcoming language by Jonathan Blow). This is highly technical and incredibly interesting talk! Raphael is highly experienced programmer, shipped production software in many languages and has a lot of wisdom to offer! Enjoy!Raphael's company: fabman.ioX: https://x.com/LubaRaphael0:00 - Coming up0:32 - Introduction1:00 - Raphael’s Programming Background8:05 - Founding a Maker Space Management Company13:07 - Discovering Jonathan Blow & the Jai Language19:02 - What Makes Jai So Different21:00 - Compile-Time Execution & Metaprogramming28:23 - Challenges Using LLVM34:40 - Raphael’s Work on the Jai Compiler50:03 - Inlined Code & Macro Debugging55:53 - Cross-Compilation & Console Support1:00:05 - Working with Jonathan Blow & the Joy of Jai1:03:40 - The Road to an Open Beta1:30:22* - Advice for Aspiring Programmers1:40:58 - Conclusion & Sign-OffGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Hot reloading from Handmade Hero used in Animal Well! #gamedevpodcast Wookash Podcast 2025-02-04 | Billy Basso, joins me to discuss memory management, code architecture, audio systems, and everything else related to Animal Well! Listen to this deep dive into how it was made!Animal Well website: animalwell.netSteam: store.steampowered.com/app/813230/ANIMAL_WELLBigmode (publisher): bigmode.comGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Billy Basso on code architecture of Animal Well! Wookash Podcast 2025-02-02 | Billy Basso, joins me to discuss memory management, code architecture, audio systems, and everything else related to Animal Well! Listen to this deep dive into how it was made!Animal Well website: animalwell.netSteam: store.steampowered.com/app/813230/ANIMAL_WELLBigmode (publisher): bigmode.comGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Reynad, CEO of Tempo Storm, on his card game The Bazaar! Wookash Podcast 2025-02-01 | This time I'm joined by Reynad and we discuss the design and plans for The Bazaar - upcoming deckbuilding game with autobattle elements! Bazaar website: playthebazaar.comTempo Storm website: tempostorm.comGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering
How Jonathan Blow hires people Wookash Podcast 2025-01-26 | See the full discussion at @WookashPodcast !the Witness: store.steampowered.com/app/210970/The_WitnessBraid: store.steampowered.com/app/499180/Braid_Anniversary_EditionJonathan Youtube Channel @jblow888 Website: http://the-witness.netGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
Ryan Ike breaks down music and sound design for games! Wookash Podcast 2025-01-25 | Join Ryan Ike and me talking about music and sound design in games!Ryan was my 2024 top listened to artist on Spotify. I can't get the Where The Water Tastes Like Wine out of my head. I think it's brilliant! This discussion is both about the soundtracks in particular as well as about making music for games - Ryan explains this to me as a non-musical person. A great starter for everybody interested!Website: ryanike.comWhere the Water Tastes Like Wine - Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0kHPkH7nOqeLbRjcg0AHhW?si=be--5BEwSE25A-1YRFNOUQRyan Ike - Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/25WFJNbldvTxvd3enTT8rbGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
What does upbeat mean? #music #composer Wookash Podcast 2025-01-24 | See the full discussion with Ryan Ike on @WookashPodcast !Join Ryan Ike and me talking about music and sound design in games!Ryan was my 2024 top listened to artist on Spotify. I can't get the Where The Water Tastes Like Wine out of my head. I think it's brilliant! This discussion is both about the soundtracks in particular as well as about making music for games - Ryan explains this to me as a non-musical person. A great starter for everybody interested!Website: ryanike.comWhere the Water Tastes Like Wine - Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0kHPkH7nOqeLbRjcg0AHhW?si=be--5BEwSE25A-1YRFNOUQRyan Ike - Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/25WFJNbldvTxvd3enTT8rbGame Engineering PodcastShow links: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lukasz-scigaSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/7tExkDJcI6vvmpCguX8YgdApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/game-engineering-podcast/id1683109481Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC9J9u3apteD0EuFjzRpt71wRSS: https://anchor.fm/s/dd7643a4/podcast/rssX: https://x.com/g_engineering_
