Coffee with Butterscotch: A Game Dev Comedy Podcast

Hello, Shenanites! This is the first episode we’re recording in our new podcast space! This week, we discuss how buses high-five, opinionated systems, and flying potatoes. If things seem out of whack, it might just be a problem of depth. Advice for cameras and life! Questions answered (abbreviated): - uppscatningsman: I think a lot of us would like to hear what the rest of your [brainstorming process for the Shenanijam] was like because [Goop Legacy] seemingly turned out nothing like the game you talked about in the kick off podcast. - cdcMully: I'm looking for some experience advice regarding the business aspect of creating a studio. I've never started a business before and have no idea where to begin or if it's even necessary? - Anonymous: You always mention "the dads." Can you elaborate? - ILikeEatingPie: In flop rocket, as far as I can tell, the rocket seems to be approximately 1M wide. The pilot, who frequently explodes their way out of that vessel is about 1M tall. All of the other people around the launch pad are much smaller, maybe a 1/3M tall. Does the M actually stand for a meter like I originally thought? That would make everyone really tiny. Is there official lore for this? Also, that potato is huge! Is there any official lore for it? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. Finally, if you’d like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to http://tips.bscotch.net.

Hey there, Shenanites! This week we talk about existential worlds, our soothsaying spreadsheet, and sensory deprivation. Also, miswanting. It’s a thing. And sometimes you gotta let people flail a lot, and then boop them in the right direction. Questions answered (abbreviated): - MySecretWeapon: I'm participating in a game jam at the end of June. I've done one before but I'm bringing 2 guys who haven't. What's the best way to split the work load between the 3 of us? - zacyzacy: Hey dudes, you talk about how great it is organize your thoughts onto some paper, but how do I turn my empty page into thoughts? - fascinator: Are all Free-2-Play games bad? Or is it just the ones that use greasy tactics to get you in? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. Finally, if you’d like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to http://tips.bscotch.net.

Hi again, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about scooter gangs, dirt sharks, and rules versus loopholes. How do you discover things if most things on most things aren’t worth discovering? Grab a mug of granola, and find out! Questions answered (abbreviated): - PottyGamer: If one person on a Jam Team is solely responsible for the coding, how do you keep the other teammates engaged when they've finished their duties and you're knee-deep in code trying to finish and debug? - grumpygramps: What does a day in the life look like for the bros? Do you take time in the morning to read/workout? What do you eat for breakfast? Do you have a daily meeting at the office? What activities/projects do you work on outside of the office, and when? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. Finally, if you’d like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to http://tips.bscotch.net.

Hey there, Shenanites! In this extra special live episode, we talk about our whys and then we ask about yours! Tune in to hear the answers your comrades-in-arms gave. Who risked life and limb (literally, someone broke their foot), and who fell prey to Murphy’s Law? Plus, the lowdown on the third volume in our epic goop trilogy! Tears were shed, lessons were learned, and games were made. Thanks to everyone who participated in our second annual Butterscotch Shenanijam! Check out the sweet, sweet jammy fruits of all that labor at http://shenanijam.com. To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. Finally, if you’d like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to http://tips.bscotch.net.

Welcome to the 20GR18 Butterscotch Shenanijam, Shenanites! In this special bonus jammy minisode, we go over the themes and achievements of this year's Shenanijam. Tune in to hear us spitball a brain diamond. Whether you’re doing it for fun or for glory or for world domination, just abandon your life for the weekend and go for it! Get more information at the Shenanijam website http://shenanijam.com. And if you’re still on the fence, remember that jamming favors people of action, so don’t think too hard. May your jam be swift and your games playable. To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Hello, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about naked sprints, infinite beans, and drowning people in pudding. Also, a long overdue update on Levelhead! What do chemical burns and smelling like beans have in common? You’ll have to listen in to find out! If you haven’t committed yet, now (and all the time leading up to June 8th) is the time to sign up for the Shenanijam at http://shenanijam.com! Grab a friend, grab some beers (root or otherwise, in moderation of course), grab a temporary Game Maker Studio 2 license, and come make jelly! Questions answered (abbreviated): - Anonymous: What's the best advice you can give a startup indie company that's bootstrapping it's finances? - FiveIron: What are your pet's names? My cat's is Dr Fluffstein PhD. - imcade: What is the worst job you ever had? - Thorson: Do you guys live by the rules of improv to never use 'no' and only use 'and' or are you guys just THAT in tune? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Greetings, Shenanites! In this episode, we go over the final installment of the Bscotch principles! We also talk about the ice cream problem, the dangers of over-exuberance, and a mutual coincidence of wants. After all, we’re all just weird, kind of smooth-skinned monkeys -- that’s why you gotta go two why’s deep. ALSO, the SHENANIJAM is heading your way June 8th! Find out more info at http://shenanijam.com. Don’t be a rhombus, Steve! Questions answered (abbreviated): - FiveIron: How can I throw money at you without having to order something from the store? - MySecretWeapon: What about a Buttersub Shenaniscription option where we can just give you more money? - divo: Do you three still play video games together? Do you prefer online or in-person gaming? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Hi again, Shenanites! Join us for the inaugural segment of Shi Thing with Shi! Then stick around as we talk about pulling the right weeds, the wild west of data privacy, and managing a colony during volcanic winter. Are spirit animals alien chest bursters or general utility companions? Who would be a sharknado, and who would be a honey badger? Who would be Steve? Grab your beverage of choice and find out! Also, THE SHENANIJAM! It’s happening June 8th! Go to http://shenanijam.com for more details, to find a team, and to join in on the fun! Maybe win a Nobel Peace Prize! (Maaaaybe.) Questions answered (abbreviated): - CoffeeChemist: How do you guys like your coffee? - BrYanS: How long did you guys sleep at the beginning of your company? - Anonymous: Is there ever going to be voice over for the characters in Crashlands? - Anonymous: Beyond the Sam-trailer, have you considered voice acting in your games? Would you consider suing someone who steals funny voice clips from your podcasts and puts them into his or her IP? - doombrowski: If each of you had a spirit animal, what would it be and why? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Hey there, Shenanites! On the sesquicentennial episode of the cast, we discuss the Combover patch, emblazoned tangential stones, and how adults need more exuberance in their lives. Emphatically emphasize a flower bush! Maybe spend the rest of your day skipping! After all, humans are just tubes with legs, and if a learning curve is steep, it’s all the easier to climb. Note: At 52 min, the dictionary Sam is referencing is the Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows (http://www.dictionaryofobscuresorrows.com). Questions answered (abbreviated): - Anonymous: Do you guys think you'd be making games today if Sam didn't have to face cancer, and crash-the-lands right into cancer's face? - Woland77: What would you dooOOOOooo for a chocolate-coated brick of vanilla ice cream? - imcade: Do any of you feel debilitated when there is too much choice in games? - RetroBananaManNL: How did you get in contact with Fat Bard for your music? Just a lucky shot or a thoughtful decision? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts(apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Welcome back, Shenanites! In this episode, we talk about Levelhead, trendy whippersnappers, and the secret keys you use to open up your dreams. People should just DO MORE THINGS. So sign up for the Bscotch Shenanijam, coming June 8! Because a jam is about creating an awesome thing together that you dump your whole mind and soul into. Go to http://shenanijam.com for more info. Questions answered (abbreviated): - cctechwiz: Do you have any suggestions to prepare your bodies, fingers, brains, or any other necessary appendages for the upcoming ShenaniJam? - Flabsie: When did we all agree on being called 'Shenanites'? What happened to the creative variety in the podcast shownotes? Who the hell voted in favor of Shenanites?!#TeamShenanigang - durentis: Could you share your thoughts on a password-free Internet, not just Rumpus, were others to follow suit? - FlameItKermit: During game jams, what sort of jobs are divided/delegated between Seth and Adam? (I'm assuming Sam just sticks to art...) To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts(apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

What up, Shenanites! This week we discuss watching the news during recess, gaming with our wives, and jamming. It’s also high time for another LOOT BOX WATCH, 2018 edition. Ride out that anger wave, and never forget, you have to be bad before you can be less bad. BONUS PLUG: Sign-up for the Bscotch Shenanijam (itch.io/jam/bscotch2018), coming at you June 8! You can never be ready, or you’re always ready. Either way, do it. Questions answered (abbreviated): - Anonymous: Adam has recently talked about he and his wife playing vidjigames, together or simultaneously in the same room. Is this something you can each do with your wives, or did only Adam use his husband-mancy to brainwash his wife into thinking she enjoys it? Also, how do you feel about the concept of making games designed to make ladies want to play them (with or without mind-manipulating 'mancies)? - Cctechwiz: Are there any "katas" you do for honing your general game design skills? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts(apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Hello, Shenanites! Join us this week as we talk about security through obfuscation, strategy guides for gains, and forest persons. Plus, an update on squirrel thwarting and another thing schools get wrong. That balloon might just be for you. Even if you don’t give a grain-nola. Questions answered (abbreviated): - coolaboola: Do you guys believe in an afterlife? - Duckmaster: What is the best type of moustache? - quantum_anomaly: Unintended uses of items can make for interesting level design and reward creative thinking, but could also be a toxic crutch for trolls. What are your thoughts on patching levelhead post-launch, and do you have any ideas for how to notify players/creators that some levels are now unbeatable once a "bug" is patched? - TJuice: Imagine you all have a 4th brother. Who is he? What role would bro 4 play? - CoffeeChemist: How do we go from student and gamejam games to something that is "complete" and marketable? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts(apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Buckle up, Shenanites! In this week’s episode, we talk about lubing up your ABS, how to frustrate squirrels, and why group projects are the worst. Are ballet dancers just traveling burrito magicians? When should you downgrade your baby to river rocks? This is gonna get zany. Questions answered (abbreviated): - Gerf99: Any tips to keep people excited and focused on creating rather than procrastinating? - Farseer: Butt-erscotch, A-S-S brothers, Rump-us. Everything comes back to your backsides, so who has the best butt? Any hilarious butt related stories? Regarding above question, I have "arse" in my name, I'm qualified. - cctechwiz: How do you go about setting expectations and getting (willing) support from those around you to devote so much of your time to working on what you love? Do you ever struggle with balancing family time and taking time to sharpen your skill sets? - Angrymuffin: In episode 17 Seth, you went to Chipotle and got a tardis burrito. Have you seen this any other times? Have you gotten one yourself or even tested the limits of how much can fit in a tardis burrito? What is your favorite stuff to put in a burrito? - Aviox: Are any of you owners of VR hardware? What is your opinion on the current tech and experience? - BlondeViking91: Your bit on ethics in player-made content brought up my head of publishing's affirmation that 'time to penis' is a very real, measurable phenomenon with any shared player input, starting even with usernames. We make social mobile games and suffer for it! - ohnoimdead: You never published the Crashlands editor for fear of toxic culture (and penises everywhere), however, you have now made a game that is half editor. How are you going to screen for penises (not just naughty language)? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts(apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Ahoy, Shenanites! Join us this week as we discuss funzine spam, tier 1 dirt patches, and analytics. It’s big data time! Or is it. Plus, we get into talking about getting in there because sometimes you think you’re getting in there but you haven’t actually gotten in there yet. Try saying that three times fast. Questions answered (abbreviated): - Woland77: How is Shi doing? What's new with him? - Mennalus: Hey, do you guys use game analytics at all, to see what people are doing in your games? How do? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts(apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.

Hello again, Shenanites! We’re solidly floating down Refactoria River in the in-between - it’s a place where you go to make things better! In this episode, we talk about battle royales, snake people, and why Tyler Durden never had a vegetable garden. I mean, you just gotta get in there. Questions answered (abbreviated): - Duckmaster: Is coffee the source of all life? - imcade: Would you ever do like a recap podcast episode? - MySecretWeapon: In past episodes, you've talked about submitting talks to things like GDC that get shot down. Would you ever consider doing some of the talks in house anyway as a YouTube series or something? - RetroBananaManNL: Your moving gametitles on the main screens are amazing, but how did you do it? - Ps7cho: So being people who test and learn what are your thoughts on open development for snuppies? - Angrymuffin: Scuffle Buddies has creature capturing/taming in an "overworld" then the buddies are used in GLORIOUS BATTLE. The method of capture "set a trap, then reel in a tether" sounds a LOT like the birding game. Right track? - MySecretWeapon: When are we going to get our See Thru Dang Tank in the merch shop? - coolaboola: My son is excited about Level Head and would like to know if it will be ready for his birthday or Xmas, and will there be a dinosaur? To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts(apple.co/1LxNEnk). If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at http://podcast.bscotch.net, disclose all of your secrets at podcast@bscotch.net and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox.