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Declaration of Independence

Declaration of Independence

Declaration of Independence

Prototype: Making Games in Seven Days or Less

In the battle for the time and attention of the gaming public, it’s hard not to feel the odds are stacked against the ...
By Jordan Deam Legacy AuthorJuly 7, 2009
Declaration of Independence

The Death of a Manifesto

Four years ago, Greg Costikyan stood before a packed room at the Game Developers Conference and delivered a speech that earned a standing ...
By Jared Newman Legacy AuthorJuly 7, 2009
Declaration of Independence

A Delicate Balance

 “When making the game is more important than selling it, then you know you’re actually creating an indie game. Which is one of ...
By Chris LaVigne Legacy AuthorJuly 7, 2009
Declaration of Independence

Infinite Caves, Infinite Stories

The level exit is within sight. A careful downward leap will see both me and the blonde damsel I’m carrying in both arms ...
By Anthony Burch Legacy AuthorJuly 7, 2009
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