Uncovering the Truth and Breaking Free in 'A Matter of Time'

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In this episode of the Gaming Blender, Scott and Matthew discuss their gaming experiences and delve into the concept of creating a new video game. They explore the challenges of managing a gaming backlog and the fear of missing out on playing certain games. The main theme of the conversation revolves around the idea of an action-adventure game with a survival element, hardcore simulation mechanics, and permadeath. They discuss the potential for creating procedurally generated tombs and the need to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging. In this conversation, Scott and Matt continue their discussion on creating a time loop game. They explore the concept of permadeath and how it can be incorporated into the gameplay. They also discuss the idea of a hardcore simulation and how the player's character can mature throughout the game. They brainstorm potential plot elements and come up with the title 'A Matter of Time' for the game.
00:00
Introduction and Rambling

02:19
Managing the Gaming Backlog

07:37
Funny Gaming Moments

10:28
Creating an Action-Adventure Game with Survival and Hardcore Simulation

13:05
Making Traps Visually Obvious

15:20
Procedurally Generated Tombs

17:12
Permadeath and Hardcore Simulation

19:22
Character Development and Maturation

21:58
Uncovering the Plot and Breaking Free
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Chapters

1. Uncovering the Truth and Breaking Free in 'A Matter of Time' (00:00:00)

2. Gaming Podcast Banter and Backlog (00:00:07)

3. Game Design (00:08:36)

4. Developing a Hardcore Simulation Game (00:19:17)

5. Communication Mishap on Podcast Show (00:32:32)