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S2E6. Learn balance by falling – with Cliff Bleszinski

18.07.2023
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Raphael Colantonio and Peter Salnikov talk to the legendary game designer, co-author of Unreal, Unreal Tournament, Gears of War and other influential video games, producer of musicals, investor and restaurants owner. Also starring: Lauren Bleszinski as herself.

In this episode:

Creativity needs constraints. Work smarter, not harder;

Taking a long break, getting back into games - comparing the experience of Cliff and Raf;

Don't be a dick: the big business of video games is small;

The social media will drive you nuts: how do we manage that;

Being savagely evil in video games: remembering Ultima Online, Mass Effect and Weird West;

What is an immersive sim, and why the honest simulation is so important;

Learning balance by falling. Take a chance and trust your gut.