Game Dev Trenches w/ Louis DeSimone
Game Dev Trenches is the brutally honest podcast for indie devs learning how to actually make games — without the fluff. I’m Louis DeSimone — a self-taught professional software developer and game dev in the trenches with you. No gurus. No hype. Just real talk about tutorial hell, scope creep, burnout, and everything they don’t tell you when you’re trying to get better at game dev.
Game Dev Trenches w/ Louis DeSimone
Before You Make a Steam Game… Build This First #13
Most new game devs rush to release their first game on Steam.
But without a foundation, your dream project will collapse before it ever gets off the ground.
In this video, I break down what a real game dev foundation looks like, not theory, not hype, but the practical steps every developer should take before chasing Steam releases, success stories, or marketing tips.
If you’re serious about becoming a long-term developer (not a one-hit wonder), this is where to start.
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