80 Level Podcast

Kirill Tokarev

80 Level Podcast is an episodic show for game developers, digital artists, animators, video game enthusiasts, CGI and VFX specialists. Join us to learn about new workflows, discuss new tools and share your work.

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Rules of Open World Game Design - 80 Level Podcast
Dec 6 2023
Rules of Open World Game Design - 80 Level Podcast
Join 80 Level Podcast for a deep dive into game design with Jamie Smith, Principal Game Designer at People Can Fly. We discuss the core principles that make open world games stand out. Jamie shares how to design captivating gameplay mechanics, maintain player engagement, and balance form and function. If you're a game developer or simply fascinated by the world of video games, this episode uncovers the creative and technical aspects that drive the industry forward.More about Jamie: https://linktr.ee/smithstock Some examples in the video used by JamieYakuzahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKiFfCE949s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k71rZSh0ipM Fallout: New Vegas Maphttp://www.gamemapscout.com/falloutnewvegas_interactive.htmlThe player starts at Goodsprings (to the left of the map), meaning they can only go up, right, or downElden Ringhttps://mapgenie.io/elden-ring/maps/the-lands-between Super Mariohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLl7lbbpjig Destiny 2https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLpD4KH6kwI Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty  https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/https://twitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for digital artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
The Power of Music in Games. Unlocking the Secrets of Sound Design - 80 Level Podcast
Aug 9 2023
The Power of Music in Games. Unlocking the Secrets of Sound Design - 80 Level Podcast
Elliot Callighan (CEO and Composer at Unlock Audio) and Krzysztof Chodkiewiczd (Sound Designer and Music Producer at TSHASK) joined 80 Level podcast. Discover why sound design is a crucial element in gaming, enhancing immersion and gameplay satisfaction. Gain insights into the process of creating unique sounds, overcoming challenges, and tailoring audio to elevate your games to new heights.Unlock Audio: https://www.unlockaudio.com/  TSHASK: https://www.tshask.com/ Sound examples used in the podcast:Sewing a Musical Patchwork: The Music of 'Sackboy: A Big Adventure': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9J9A7EwFpc&t=1722s Returnal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV4XwWEBLEA&t=122s Halo sound design: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wgx4E_21D4&t=395s Cuphead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnEv-WgfjpAElite Dangerous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5GiG-AqAXYINSIDE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qd4w_XFFOsk   Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/https://twitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
Navigating Mental Health in Gaming Industry - 80 Level Podcast
May 17 2023
Navigating Mental Health in Gaming Industry - 80 Level Podcast
In this podcast, 80LV talked with Eve Crevoshay, Executive Director at Take This (mental health advocacy organization with a focus on the game industry and community). Eve delves into the complex issue of mental health in the gaming industry and provides valuable insights for both employers and employees. She explores the importance of self-care practices, work-life separation, and setting clear boundaries in the workplace.Check out Take This website to learn more: https://www.takethis.org/Another good news for our UK audience. Mental health charity Safe in Our World has partnered with BAFTA to host the UK's first-ever Games Industry Mental Health Summit. The event aims to promote mental health awareness in the gaming industry and discuss practical solutions for supporting employees' well-being. It will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, and workshops, with the goal of creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone in the gaming community. This summit is open to everyone in the games industry regardless of your experience level. The Games Industry Mental Health Summit will take place on May 22, 2023, at BAFTA's headquarters in London. Learn more and book your tickets here: https://safeinourworld.org/news/safe-in-our-world-partners-with-bafta-to-host-uks-first-ever-games-industry-mental-health-summit/ This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: https://xsolla.com/Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty  https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
The World of AR Technology - 80 Level Podcast
Apr 20 2023
The World of AR Technology - 80 Level Podcast
80LV had a talk with creative technologist Lauren Cason and multi-media artist Ehren Natay. Lauren and Ehren share their insights on various aspects of Augmented Reality and how it could transform the way we experience the world around us: from the available tools to the future outlook of technology. Guests also discuss the idea of the metaverse and how AR might connect with it and share some details about their newest project Ojos Diferentes.OJOS DIFERENTES AR PROJECT8 New Mexican Indigenous, Norteño, and Chicana Artists reinterpreted monuments, tourist sites, and hidden historic locations throughout Santa Fe using Snap AR. Ojos Diferentes brings contemporary local art, rigorously researched history, and engaging discourse on topics such as tourism, colonization, manifest destiny, resilience, and conservation to anyone walking through downtown.Learn more about Ojos Diferentes: https://www.ojosdiferentes.com/ Check out Lauren’s website: https://www.laurencason.com/Check out Ehren’s website: http://www.ehrenkeenatay.com/Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:https://www.facebook.com/LevelEighty https://www.instagram.com/eighty_level/https://twitter.com/80Level We are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join-80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023