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From Passion Project to Hit Game: Lessons Learned from Darkest Dungeon - 80 Level Podcast

July 12, 2023 Kirill Tokarev / Tyler Sigman / Chris Bourassa Season 3 Episode 12
80 Level Podcast
From Passion Project to Hit Game: Lessons Learned from Darkest Dungeon - 80 Level Podcast
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In this podcast, Tyler Sigman and Chris Bourassa, Сo-founders of Red Hook Studios, talk about their experience building the sequel to the popular Darkest Dungeon game, and the success behind it. Guests dive into the process of creating DD2, communicating with team members and players, navigating the challenges of crowdfunding & early access, and maintaining financial sustainability to turn another dream game into reality.

DD2 on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1940340/Darkest_Dungeon_II/ 

DD website: https://www.darkestdungeon.com/ 

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