3 Things You MUST Do When Making Your First Game!

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  • I chat with @SquareGlade about 3 things that made their game viral!
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  • @thomasbrush
    @thomasbrush  Před 21 dnem +6

    Thank you so much @SquareGlade for coming on! Super insightful
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    • @fusion5234
      @fusion5234 Před 14 dny

      Thomas I cant access the link. I dont know whats the problem.

  • @SquareGlade
    @SquareGlade Před 21 dnem +82

    Hey Thomas, thanks a lot for having us in your video. Was a pleasure talking to you! :)

    • @shawns4354
      @shawns4354 Před 21 dnem +2

      My wife loves tiny homes and van life. When I showed her she got so excited. You guys got two guaranteed purchases from us!

    • @DRockafella
      @DRockafella Před 20 dny

      Beautiful game! I hope it is a massive success. GG

    • @FunbobbyJ
      @FunbobbyJ Před 19 dny +1

      Good luck guys! This game looks like a ton of work, but you've got something worth pursuing. I'll be there checking it out when it's ready.

    • @DZ60
      @DZ60 Před 18 dny +2

      The game caught my attention the second I saw it. That doesn’t happen often.

    • @vladventura1928
      @vladventura1928 Před 17 dny

      Love the game, it looks fantastic, very warm and inviting :) What about having "seasons" where some materials are not available in one area but are in another further away as a way to incentivize players to move around the map with the van?

  • @BrianHallmond
    @BrianHallmond Před 20 dny +15

    They should put a Mountain bike on the back of the Van! You know it would fit.

  • @hamzahgamedev
    @hamzahgamedev Před 21 dnem +14

    Outbound is super gorgeous and getting posted by IGN was just a Cherry on top! All the 100k+ wishlists are VERY MUCH DESERVED!

  • @DeputyChiefWhip
    @DeputyChiefWhip Před 21 dnem +11

    Literally KILLED IT! This is almost exactly the same game I have working on for the past year, even down to the interior customisation! And now there's literally no point in continuing!

    • @Noyssu
      @Noyssu Před 21 dnem +10

      It is a great kind of game, make yours unique and steal their audience!

    • @DeputyChiefWhip
      @DeputyChiefWhip Před 21 dnem +3

      @@Noyssu yeah good point. Actually, yeah I can take a different approach, but just couldn't believe how close my game is to theirs.

    • @Gears2Game
      @Gears2Game Před 21 dnem +3

      I think you can still get good things from that, If you really think your game is very similar to theirs, then you can more easily add something that isn't. and it could be something great that have not yet crossed your mind. so keep on going.

    • @shawns4354
      @shawns4354 Před 21 dnem +5

      Star Dew Valley was a clone of Harvest Moon. By the time your is out I'm sure people will be done with this and look for the next van life game.

    • @courtneyroach8881
      @courtneyroach8881 Před 21 dnem +5

      Alternatively try a different vehicle for the escapism with the same customization. Such as a boat that can travel between islands. Then add fishing and scuba.

  • @SuPeRNinJaRed
    @SuPeRNinJaRed Před 21 dnem +22

    I can’t quite explain the feeling but I hate to admit that every time I see an amazing game idea (more specifically trinity hook ;P) that’s so good like in Outbound, I’m simultaneously filled will joy and excitement for the game and also a pang or sad like “dang I wish I would’ve thought of that!” It’s truly bittersweet but the “sweet” (happy) definitely outweighs the “bitter” (sad) especially with devs as awesome as you all!! Way to go and good luck ya’ll!

    • @moldman5694
      @moldman5694 Před 19 dny +2

      That said, seeing that the idea was arrived at through market research and identifying a niche that's popular but also something that they're interested in was really insightful, and also makes it feel like a "good idea" is also more attainable with the right strategy. A lot of the time game devs will either blindly hop on trends or blindly make something that they're passionate about but not consider both. Definitely keeping this in mind

    • @SlothFang
      @SlothFang Před 19 dny +4

      You have to realize that even if you came up with the same idea, your execution of it would have led to a different result, regardless of time and experience.

    • @SuPeRNinJaRed
      @SuPeRNinJaRed Před 19 dny +1

      You guys are definitely right! I appreciate that, I should say I realized my initial comment came off sounding more selfish than I meant too haha but it’s more figuring out that perfect idea (and you’re right about researching what gamers are looking for and fitting it into your vision too) I should say I’m more inspired than anything else when I see amazing devs like this talk about their game, to find that “diamond in the rough” game idea to polish into something great! Also I’m more excited when game studios like this are executing such ideas (mine would probably be done in RPGMaker fml but actually now that I think about it a cross country RV Camper RPG ala Earthbound style is kinda an awesome idea- maybe the camper could be a mech LOL I might actually have to run with that one ;P WHOOT! Thanks guys!!)

    • @moldman5694
      @moldman5694 Před 19 dny +1

      @@SuPeRNinJaRed I would so play a camper van mech survival game

    • @SmallusDicckus
      @SmallusDicckus Před 12 dny

      That's a natural thought my friends, we evolved from apes afterall.

  • @MarioCola
    @MarioCola Před 7 dny

    Why is always just few comments? This men are putting a lot of effort and let me say courage showing off not just showing off their workflow goals, but also their personal opinion out loud as professionals in the field
    Give this channel a chance, interact and share with gamers and game developers communities, we should endorse this kind of information and content

  • @hollowtahh6860
    @hollowtahh6860 Před 21 dnem +1

    This one has been on my wishlist since the trailer dropped. Cool interview!

  • @DZ60
    @DZ60 Před 18 dny

    I love these conversations because they can apply to literally any art form you might be interested in.

  • @erict.jb.1324
    @erict.jb.1324 Před 21 dnem +10

    Hey Thomas, just some honest feedback, this video didn’t really hit the mark for me. I think you talk too much vs your guests, and directed the point of the video more towards marketing your game project and your courses. It’s perfectly fine but it felt more like a commercial for their game and then a commercial for yours. Just my 2 cents as a long term viewer and wannabe gamedev.

    • @davidedwardsme
      @davidedwardsme Před 20 dny +4

      Agreed. I feel this is present across most of the channel interviews. Step back and let the guest speak. Its a little cringy at times. Still great content though! :)

  • @xtexasredx6051
    @xtexasredx6051 Před 10 dny

    Their game looks so great, fine work guys!

  • @635574
    @635574 Před 20 dny +1

    It always comes down to dedication and starting out with small prototypes and games before you do anything potentially big.
    My problem is not having any prductivity despite plenty ideas.

  • @NeatGames
    @NeatGames Před 21 dnem +1

    Such a wonderful game idea! Excited to play it :D

  • @solarpunk_game
    @solarpunk_game Před 21 dnem +4

    Kudos to the developers, who have done a great job! Best wishes from the Solarpunk team.

  • @juliencibat6337
    @juliencibat6337 Před 21 dnem +5

    Literally making society escapeism game for an escapeism media, as a Hook. Obvious success for a strong concept!

  • @JoeHannouch
    @JoeHannouch Před 18 dny

    Very interesting interview, thanks!

  • @vikashsakiv3862
    @vikashsakiv3862 Před 18 dny +1

    Where can I get royalty free assets for my game?
    Assets such as SFX,3d models and voices.

  • @superanimeboi6547
    @superanimeboi6547 Před 21 dnem +1

    That was awesome!!! That motivated me even more!😅

  • @vast634
    @vast634 Před 21 dnem +1

    Just launched my first Steam shop page. Really fun accomplishment to do.

  • @splashmaker2
    @splashmaker2 Před 21 dnem +1

    One huge question I have with the Steam market research is how well that transfers to other platforms. Being able to sell on many platforms is important for both profitability and the enjoyment from seeing more people like console gamers playing too. I’d be curious if there is a big difference in the hook needed for different platforms.

  • @Bee_Mavrick
    @Bee_Mavrick Před 13 dny

    I seen outbound and instantly wanted it.

  • @sweatyeti
    @sweatyeti Před 17 dny

    9:42 "You get nothing" lol xD
    I beg your pardon, but I make a mean black bean burger & sauteed veggie sandwich with avocado and spicy cheesy cashew sauce. My non-vegan friends who try it say it's one of the best sandwiches they've had in a long time! =)

  • @NewHopeGames
    @NewHopeGames Před 19 dny

    Great games always start with an idea. It's the ability to create the idea into a fun playable game and actually release it, that's the challenge. That requires staying motivated throughout the development. Then the success depends not only on a good game and a developer's ability to finish it but also the ability to market it. Then last, the budget and time to do all of it which can be an entire obstacle in itself. Congrats to those developers of Outbound, looks like they managed to do all this and some.

  • @deadpiece111
    @deadpiece111 Před 21 dnem +1

    Did u do podcast of them??

  • @dreamveilstudio
    @dreamveilstudio Před 20 dny +1

    I love how these successful developers are using wired earbuds

    • @Tiogar60
      @Tiogar60 Před 19 dny

      The secret to success

  • @MontaguStudios
    @MontaguStudios Před 19 dny

    Terrific episode. Truly insightful and inspiring.
    Next episode idea: your thoughts on asset flippers on Steam (Digital Homicide, Silicon Echo, Matt Norman). Perhaps you could give these scammers some advice on how to be more original and not to simply drag and drop stuff from the asset marketplace.

  • @user-td2id1re9b
    @user-td2id1re9b Před 17 dny

    What engine does Outbound using?

  • @Video00Freak
    @Video00Freak Před 21 dnem +1

    That very loud clicking, holy shit dood.

  • @hydlidevlog
    @hydlidevlog Před 16 dny

    how to make a grind... got it. Thanx

  • @artofantonsfeduns4172
    @artofantonsfeduns4172 Před 19 dny +1

    good video 😃

  • @andisarifi5805
    @andisarifi5805 Před 20 dny +1

    Hot air video☠️

  • @Maplefoxx-vl2ew
    @Maplefoxx-vl2ew Před 20 dny +5

    i'm gonna say a lot of ppl venture too far into their first game... make your first games short , chaotic and memorable.. i've been studying the indy games sales for the last 3 yrs on steam.. so many good games get un noticed .. strange games do well.. i see alot of indy devs put their heart and souls into making games that take years to make only to get a couple hundred copies in sales... you need your game to get noticed.. it's not easy , there are some genres tho that just do well... i'm gonna say puzzle platformers and metroidvanias are a risky genre.. i love them, it's my favorite genre but yea, risky unless you make a short game that doesn't take you years.. one big downside in see in 2d games is poor level design.. too many square right angles. not enough dynamic crazy tiling.. Celeste and Rainworld are good references for dynamic tiling... it's like that saying "you eat with your eyes" like in fine dining.. if your meal looks really good you really want it.. same goes for level design... if your tiling looks nice and dynamic my eyes will like it... if it's all square and big long straigh lines. i hate it.. I thnk a lot of new game devs miss this part about level design

    • @Prajwal____
      @Prajwal____ Před 20 dny

      Thank you! That I eat with my eyes was really helpful

  • @dusandragovic09srb
    @dusandragovic09srb Před 21 dnem +1

    It's Creator's work.
    The more you know, the better you are at game design.
    e.g. INFINITE EARTH not a spinning object/ball, and same OUTBOUND with flying vehicles, etc.
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  • @paluxyl.8682
    @paluxyl.8682 Před 20 dny +2

    I think not every "hook" works on all people, everything with first person view and building/crafting can't hook me. I see them but they don't inspires me.
    I always wonder ... where are the western games that copies asian games ...
    Where are the western Bayonetta, Nier Automata or Stellar Blade clones ?
    Where are the western Gatcha games ?
    Where are the western MMOs in that the characters looks similar like the from Black Desert ?

  • @ITAngel
    @ITAngel Před 21 dnem

    Right on!

  • @AdrienL-vf9ly
    @AdrienL-vf9ly Před 21 dnem +1

    First

  • @SmallusDicckus
    @SmallusDicckus Před 12 dny

    I wishlisted their game looks and sounds amazing

  • @strangeboltz
    @strangeboltz Před 21 dnem

    Great video, super helpful

  • @Musashi246
    @Musashi246 Před 5 dny

    Hey. The link in your workshop mail is broken. This part:
    Hey Aa, it's Thomas. First off I just wanted to say thank you for trusting me!
    I think you're gonna love the Easy3D workshop. You can access it right now here. Reply to this email if you need more help.