by Thomas Ponce de Leon | Dec 21, 2015 | Blog, Game Development
Game development is a fun and unique experience that combines the best aspects of research, imagination, and art. Working on a project sends me to my happy place. Once the project is finished, I can reflect upon all of the hard work that I have placed into it. It...
by Thomas Ponce de Leon | Dec 12, 2015 | Blog, Game Design, Game Development
If you’re a regular reader of the Black Shell Media blog, or even a newcomer, you’ve probably noticed some patterns in the content we post. We strive to be an educational and informative presence in the independent games sphere and from that goal our Game Design and...
by Thomas Ponce de Leon | Nov 13, 2015 | Blog, Game Development
How do you handle problems? We all react to stressful moments in our own ways, however not all of them may be appropriate when working in a videogame development team. Inevitably, things will go wrong and your team will want to be prepared to pick up the pieces....
by Thomas Ponce de Leon | Nov 9, 2015 | Blog, Game Development
Creation retains a mysterious and beautiful quality about it. The act of creating fulfills basic human needs as well as gives one a means of self-expression. It is no wonder then, that many people find game development a rewarding and exciting experience. Yet despite...
by Thomas Ponce de Leon | Nov 6, 2015 | Blog, Game Design, Game Development
What is the best way to make a game? Once the design for the game and the technical requirements have been drafted up, a game has to actually be made. This means many people with unique specialties coordinating months of effort into a finished project. There are many...