The Surprising Factors That Made Mina The Hollower A Game Of The Year Contender
David D’Angelo, lead programmer at Yacht Club Games, discusses the development and design of Mina the Hollower, a game that blends Souls-like challenge with Zelda-inspired exploration. The interview highlights the studio's approach to difficulty options, inspired by cheat codes and player freedom, and their passion for retro game design limitations. D'Angelo also touches on the game's reception and the studio's philosophy on making games accessible while retaining their core identity.
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- Platform: Nintendo Switch
- Topic: Difficulty Options
- Topic: Soulslike
- Company: Yacht Club Games
- Game: The Legend of Zelda
- Person: David D'Angelo
- Platform: PlayStation 5
- Platform: Xbox Series X
- Topic: Game Design
- Platform: PC
- Game: Mina the Hollower
- Game: Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
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