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Indie Dev Cranks Out Game Project in 30 Minutes - Because That's Just Saturday | HappyGamer
The article discusses the phenomenon of indie developers creating functional game projects in remarkably short timeframes, often showcased on platforms like Screenshot Saturday. It highlights the benefits of rapid prototyping for experimentation and iteration, while also acknowledging the potential downsides of hustle culture and the pressure to constantly produce content within the indie game development scene.
Jeff Kaplan Discusses His Departure from Blizzard - GameHaunt
Jeff Kaplan detailed his departure from Blizzard Entertainment in April 2021, citing pressure from a senior finance executive to meet revenue targets or face 1,000 layoffs. He described a significant cultural shift at Blizzard from a creative environment to a profit-driven one, culminating in a "f&ck you moment" with the CFO. Kaplan has since founded Kintsugiyama and is working on The Legend of California.
