Fateless Podcast Recap: Will this get us to RELEASE sooner?
In this episode of the Fateless Podcast, Sham and Brad are joined by two of our, at the time, newest team members, John (CTO) and Chris (CVO). With decades of experience in the gaming industry, their expertise promises to elevate Fateless to new heights.
Podcast Summary
John, who has worked on legendary titles such as Spyro the Dragon and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, shared stories from his early days in the industry, including the development of NFL Quarterback Club and NBA Jam. One standout memory? Debating whether a young LeBron James deserved high stats in NBA Jam 2004. Meanwhile, Chris recounted his years teaching C++ before transitioning into game development, where he worked on projects like Tech War and Wild Thornberries—even collaborating with Tim Curry. The conversation took a nostalgic turn as they reminisced about quirky industry moments and bizarre studio antics. The duo also recalled interactions with gaming legends and unexpected celebrity encounters, such as meeting Revenge of the Nerds’ “Ogre” and Star Trek’s William Shatner.
Looking ahead, both John and Chris are excited to contribute to Fateless, particularly with its established player community. They emphasized the value of player feedback in refining the game’s balance and strategy. With extensive experience in game development, they aim to create a system that allows designers to test balance before rolling out updates to players.
Don’t miss the full conversation! Head on over to the podcast and listen and learn from these industry vets. With such creative minds joining Fateless, the future looks brighter than ever!
