About this episode: Recruitment have faltered for industry entry jobs this past year as more companies are embracing the hybrid/remote work. The main reason has been shifting towards more mature/disciplined candidates to offset the long onboarding process. This is obviously bad news for younger students who are looking to break into the industry near-term.  Ian McDonell is an Associate Environment Artist @ Lost Boys Interactive, have conquered the odds and is on this week's episode to give some insight on what worked for him and what didn't.  Ian McDonell | LinkedIn Ian McDonell - 3D ..read more

About this episode: AI Generation have jumped into the art scene faster and more furious than anyone has anticipated. Artists are at contention with each other on whether it's a technology that should be embraced or is entirely destructive to all creative industries. This week, I invited Michael Shinde, a Senior Concept Artist at Riot Games, to give an introductory look at what the big issues are and the general conversations involving AI Art. https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-shinde-45246266 https://www.facebook.com/michael.shinde/ Connect with us: • ? http://gamedevunchained.com • ?️ https ..read more

About this episode: There are a million things on how to run a tech company to the ground and that seems to be what Meta is all about lately. We talk about the best value for the buck as a gamer and also we catch up on the latest news affecting game developers. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/wadarass https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind https://www.facebook.com/gamedevunchained https://www.instagram.com/gamedevunchaind/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/support ..read more

About this episode: AI Generation has jumped onto the art scene faster and more furious than anyone has anticipated. Artists are at contention on whether it's a technology that should be embraced or is entirely destructive to all creative industries. Michael Shinde, a Senior Concept Artist at Riot Games, joins to give an introductory look at what the big issues and conversations are surrounding AI Art. https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-shinde-45246266 https://www.facebook.com/michael.shinde/ Connect with us: • ? http://gamedevunchained.com • ?️ https://www.youtube.com/c/GameDevUnch... • ✉️ i ..read more

About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://youtu.be/lSGZzCn2vK4) Blockchain tech was the talk of the town at this year’s DICE conference Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind https://www.facebook.com/gamedevunchained https://www.instagram.com/gamedevunchaind/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/support ..read more

About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1qLBYaKrbc) Things are getting better for ThatGameCompany and their future is looking bright with more innovative games.  Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind https://www.facebook.com/gamedevunchained https://www.instagram.com/gamedevunchaind/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/support ..read more

About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tw11mPG6WIQ&t=5s&ab_channel=GameDevUnchained) World of Tanks creative director from Wargaming has been fired over his support for Russian troops. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind https://www.facebook.com/gamedevunchained https://www.instagram.com/gamedevunchaind/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/support ..read more

About this episode: Read the full article here (https://wp.me/pcB0ew-11j) Michael Shinde is currently a Senior Concept Artist at Riot Games, working on Valorant. I've been fortunate enough to work with him at Turtle Rock Studios, which recently releases Back 4 Blood. In this episode, we spoke at length about his experience working remotely before the pandemic, and what methods works for him when doing so. Adrian Krion Connect with Michael Shinde: Linkedin | Website | Artstation Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind https://www.facebook.com/gamedevunchained https://www.instagram ..read more

About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tw11mPG6WIQ&t=5s&ab_channel=GameDevUnchained) Ukrainian studios like GSC Game World, Frogwares, and others have spoken out against the Russian invasion on Thursday. How to Help: International Rescue Committee United Help Ukraine Nova Ukraine The Ukrainian Red Cross  International Medical Corps  CARE International  UNICEF Ukraine UN Crisis Relief UN Refugee Agency Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind https://www.facebook.com/gamedevunchained https://www.instagram.com/gamede ..read more

About this episode: Watch the video version here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntI_LcE58FM) Despite Game of the Year talks and heavily praised by critics, Square Enix isn't happy. Connect with us: https://twitter.com/gamedevunchaind https://www.facebook.com/gamedevunchained https://www.instagram.com/gamedevunchaind/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gamedevunchained/support ..read more