EP05: Thank Goodness You're Here! - Games Every Designer Should Play

Welcome to Episode 05 of 'Games Every Designer Should Play,' the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join experienced Lecturers in Game Design, Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant as they delve into the absurd comedy slapformer THANK GOODNESS YOU'RE HERE!, exploring its blend of comedy and game design as well as it's approach to backtracking and reactions to the player Spoiler alert for The Game! 🚨 We STRONGLY advise you play before listening. In this episode, we dive into the delightfully quirky world of Thank Goodness You’re Here! We explore how voice acting brings characters to life, break down comedy theory in game design, and discuss how games can react to the player to enhance their experience. Plus, we chat about designing games based on personal experiences and discuss the concept of bi-directional gameplay. Along the way, there’s plenty of reminiscing about our favorite jokes, and we may even try out a few silly voices ourselves.  Featuring feedback from listeners and the verdict: Is Thank Goodness You're Here! a must-play for every designer? 📧 Email us your comments or questions on the game discussed in the next episode at [email protected]  It's David's turn to choose the game we must play for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You'll have to listen to the end to find out! 👀 Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share! #GameDesign #Podcast #GamesEveryDesignerShouldPlay #Bioshock  Thank you for tuning in! 🎧✨ We are @ShouldPlayPod on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. === CREDITS === Music by Vasil Trofimov from Pixabay. Sound Effects by floraphonic Pixabay.