Game Dev Podcast | Coffee with Butterscotch

In episode 536 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers dig into the misconception that Steam wishlists lose value over time and what that really means for indie game developers. They also explore…

In episode 535 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers dive into the complexities and pitfalls of live service games, highlighting recent industry trends and discussing how giant corporations han…

In episode 534 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers discuss their internal project management tool, Blork, and the complexities of making it scalable for public use. They dive into the challen…

This week, we talk about game jams, brands, and networking. Work the room, shake hands, and collect stories. The most valuable connections are the genuine ones — people who share your context and get…

In this episode, we discuss alignment, process shifts, and the power of a good hook. A good idea alone isn’t enough to stop the scroll, but an absurd twist on the familiar might do the trick! How do …

This week, we talk about webcams, worldbuilding, and wrist savers. When your camera starts following you around and your keyboard looks like a boomerang, you know you’ve crossed into true ergonomics.…

In this episode, we discuss talks, toys, and templates. A checklist may look like busywork, but a well aimed set of questions is often the only thing standing between smooth handoffs and a never endi…

This week, we talk about decades, board games, and labor capture. First they said AI would save you time. Now it just bills you for every second it spends doing your job worse than you could. Ah yes,…

In this episode, we discuss cuts, cuts, and more cuts. Cutting features is a critical part of shaping a game. Before launch, when you’re free from player expectations, you can step back and think abo…

This week, we talk about game updates, publishing pain points, and shifting expectations. For a small indie, launching a game feels like a wild experiment. But with a bigger team, it’s a high-stakes …

In this episode, we discuss the Crashlands 2 Update and the visibility tax. Marketing sounds easy: cut a trailer, toss up a post, and call it a day. But it’s more like lining up dominoes; the trailer…

This week, we talk about Crashlands 2 patch 1.2, the Switch 2, and the Bscotch universe. Some game worlds begin with lore, maps, and timelines. Others emerge backwards, stitched together from mechani…

In this episode, we discuss game libraries, game mods, and the point. Doing this podcast every week doesn’t come anywhere close to paying the bills, but that’s not why we do it. A studio isn’t a cont…

This week, we talk about studio hats, game dev tools, and learning new languages.

Wearing multiple hats isn’t just a metaphor—it’s the daily reality of a small studio. When roles shift and responsibil…

In this episode, we discuss generated faces, internet noise, and brotherly dynamics. A strong sibling bond doesn’t mean zero conflict. It means noticing drift before you’re miles apart and trusting e…

This week, we talk about patch 1.2, Steam Deck verification, and code comments. Writing code is one thing; leaving behind notes future you can understand is a whole other game. Whether it's chaos in …

In this episode, we discuss plushies, player feedback, and patch 1.1. Not all feedback is easy to digest. Sometimes it’s sour, spicy, and hard to swallow. But when it’s rooted in genuine player exper…

This week, we talk about verification woes, platform power, and the price of play. When a few platforms control all access to players, even the smallest speed bumps can become brick walls. The rules …

In this episode, we discuss plushies, shadow drops, and patch philosophy. Launch day sets the stage, but the first big update shapes how the game truly lands with its audience. Early feedback and tho…

This week, we talk about soundtracks, review scores, and mysterious absences. Reviews don’t just highlight flaws; they can reveal the gap between expectations and reality. Even the smallest systems c…