Mathue Ryann from EnvyBorn Games just loves Quacks of Quedlinburg. In this episode, Gelb learns all about game design vs. development, accessibility in games, and the intricacies of pitching to publishers. They talk about Kickstarter as a tool for indie publishers, the challenges of building retailer relationships, and the evolving strategies for successful game launches. Plus, they dig into Mathue’s journey from self-publishing to collaborating with other designers, his upcoming game Kalahari, and his plans for the tiny game series.
You can find out more about Mathue Ryann here:
Instagram: @envyborngames
Website: envyborngames.com
Tiktok: @envyborngames
Kalahari Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/854354559/kalahari?ref=9lj34h
Tiny Game Series 2: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/854354559/dragon-roost-prowl-and-space-potato-a-tiny-game-series-vol2?ref=b5ntgv
My Favorite Games is a weekly podcast where your host Gelb sits down with RPG, card game, and board game designers to geek out about the games they like to play, learn from their game design journeys, and chat about the business of how to get your game from idea to published.
About the host: Gelb is a game designer and director of the Midnight Trading Co., an Edinburgh-based board game studio that works with creatives around the world. Their first title, HotShot Pickleball is available soon. Find out more at
https://www.hotshot-pickleball.com
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If you’re interested in board games, board game design, the business of board games, table-top games, ttrpg, ccgs, collectible card games, party games, and other games, we hope you’ll enjoy this podcast.
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