Josh Bycer
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Josh Bycer
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Game Wisdom
I'm Josh Bycer, thanks for checking out Game Wisdom! I’m a Game Design author and analyst who has interviewed video game developers for more than 10 years about game design, development, publishing, a...
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For any new followers, my name is Josh and I cover game design and indie games either through my writings, books, or with videos and developer interviews on my channel youtube.com/c/game-wisdom. And there are links to all my important stuff on my profile.
for the stream tonight, we're back with more Total Chaos and Ys 6 youtu.be/KTBmmnfq4Pk
Continuing Total Chaos and More of YS 6 | #gamewisdom
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November 25, 2025 at 3:07 AM
for the stream tonight, we're back with more Total Chaos and Ys 6 youtu.be/KTBmmnfq4Pk
It's time for another double #indiegamedev review. This is for Shelldiver and Drill Bird, two charming games that you can finish in a day youtu.be/EO7Ykkj1rBc @gagonfe.bsky.social
Two Great Games You Can Finish in a Day | Shelldiver, Drill Bird review #gamewisdom #indiegames
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November 25, 2025 at 12:23 AM
It's time for another double #indiegamedev review. This is for Shelldiver and Drill Bird, two charming games that you can finish in a day youtu.be/EO7Ykkj1rBc @gagonfe.bsky.social
I tried some of Terror From the Void of Phoenix Point last night and it seemed good, but after 2 hours of playing, we didn't get to see how it integrated all the DLC for it.
November 24, 2025 at 9:15 PM
I tried some of Terror From the Void of Phoenix Point last night and it seemed good, but after 2 hours of playing, we didn't get to see how it integrated all the DLC for it.
If you're a cozy game fan, don't miss my latest podcast chat with @jupiterhadley.com discussing cozy games, her book The Best Life Adventure Games, and more youtu.be/AkFY78Mpdeo #indiegamedev
A Cheerful Chat About Cozy Games With Jupiter Hadley | Perceptive Podcast #indiegames #gamedev
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November 24, 2025 at 9:07 PM
If you're a cozy game fan, don't miss my latest podcast chat with @jupiterhadley.com discussing cozy games, her book The Best Life Adventure Games, and more youtu.be/AkFY78Mpdeo #indiegamedev
for the stream tonight, we have another megamod to try out with Terror From the Void for Phoenix Point youtu.be/CPU8Hdwrh0I
Another Tactical Strategy megamod: Terror From the Void First Try | #gamewisdom
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November 24, 2025 at 3:21 AM
for the stream tonight, we have another megamod to try out with Terror From the Void for Phoenix Point youtu.be/CPU8Hdwrh0I
Kokoro Clover is definitely not the hardest game we've played, but it does have some adorable dialogue
November 23, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Kokoro Clover is definitely not the hardest game we've played, but it does have some adorable dialogue
setting up next for a little afternoon streaming with Kokoro Clover Season 1 youtu.be/zdNTKN2n6HU
Sunday Streaming With Kokoro Clover Season 1 | #gamewisdom
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November 23, 2025 at 10:03 PM
setting up next for a little afternoon streaming with Kokoro Clover Season 1 youtu.be/zdNTKN2n6HU
for the stream, we're doing some multiplayer with Left 4 Dead 2 and Rise of Nations youtu.be/TTVpH_H5aEg
Multiplayer Fun With Left 4 Dead 2 and Rise of Nations Stream | #gamewisdom
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November 23, 2025 at 3:09 AM
for the stream, we're doing some multiplayer with Left 4 Dead 2 and Rise of Nations youtu.be/TTVpH_H5aEg
Apparently, we have mice that I'm trying to catch, and the mouse moved the trap out of the way to get to the food. I think they're getting smarter and I'm going to have to deal with this at some point
November 22, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Apparently, we have mice that I'm trying to catch, and the mouse moved the trap out of the way to get to the food. I think they're getting smarter and I'm going to have to deal with this at some point
This week's interview is now up with @jupiterhadley.com to discuss cozy games, and her published book: The Best Life Adventure Games youtu.be/AkFY78Mpdeo #indiegamedev
A Cheerful Chat About Cozy Games With Jupiter Hadley | Perceptive Podcast #indiegames #gamedev
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November 22, 2025 at 10:01 PM
This week's interview is now up with @jupiterhadley.com to discuss cozy games, and her published book: The Best Life Adventure Games youtu.be/AkFY78Mpdeo #indiegamedev
for the stream, we're continuing our plays of Total Chaos and YS 6 youtu.be/sqDaQblF0bc
Continuing Total Chaos and More of YS 6 | #gamewisdom
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November 22, 2025 at 3:06 AM
for the stream, we're continuing our plays of Total Chaos and YS 6 youtu.be/sqDaQblF0bc
Just had a chuckle thinking that I'm going to be checking out more horror games in November/December than I did in October.
November 21, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Just had a chuckle thinking that I'm going to be checking out more horror games in November/December than I did in October.
I replayed some of Gemcraft last night, and I really miss that series, as so many developers went a different direction with the concept of a roguelite tower defense game.
November 21, 2025 at 9:46 PM
I replayed some of Gemcraft last night, and I really miss that series, as so many developers went a different direction with the concept of a roguelite tower defense game.
for the stream tonight, we're going to be looking at Phantom Brigade and then going horror with Total Chaos youtu.be/jA04fSRtO2E
Checking out Phantom Brigade and Total Chaos | #gamewisdom
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November 21, 2025 at 2:47 AM
for the stream tonight, we're going to be looking at Phantom Brigade and then going horror with Total Chaos youtu.be/jA04fSRtO2E
Total Chaos, a game I really wanted to play, just released today and I had no idea it was even coming out. I haven't even played the games I picked up in September 😫 store.steampowered.com/app/2208350/...
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Fort Oasis is no paradise—it's a decaying nightmare where reality crumbles. The creator of Turbo Overkill unleashes survival-horror stacked with mysteries and monstrosities. Scavenge to craft weapons,...
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November 21, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Total Chaos, a game I really wanted to play, just released today and I had no idea it was even coming out. I haven't even played the games I picked up in September 😫 store.steampowered.com/app/2208350/...
this week's #indiegamedev showcase is now up youtu.be/eN5cJm4ymR0 and here's a 🧵 of six great games to check out
Six Interesting Indie Games to Enjoy | #indiedev Showcase 334 #gamewisdom #indiegames
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November 21, 2025 at 12:02 AM
this week's #indiegamedev showcase is now up youtu.be/eN5cJm4ymR0 and here's a 🧵 of six great games to check out
Maybe I'm becoming more of a writer these days. I'm taking some time off between the last book and the next one, and I can't stop thinking about what I want to write next.
November 20, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Maybe I'm becoming more of a writer these days. I'm taking some time off between the last book and the next one, and I can't stop thinking about what I want to write next.
I was thinking about another idea for a big game design presentation and I came up with wanting to talk about how addiction in videogames has evolved and changed over the years.
November 20, 2025 at 8:43 PM
I was thinking about another idea for a big game design presentation and I came up with wanting to talk about how addiction in videogames has evolved and changed over the years.
reposting it for the night crowd to see what you think of this idea of having guests and community picks for my GOTY video series next month.
I had an idea that I was hoping to get some feedback on. With my GOTY list and video series in about a month. I thought it would be a neat idea if there were any developers or people who cover games would like to join me when I talk about my picks for a genre and can share theirs #indiegamedev
November 20, 2025 at 10:35 AM
reposting it for the night crowd to see what you think of this idea of having guests and community picks for my GOTY video series next month.
just tried a little bit of Phantom Brigade and the new 2.0 update is a huge step up in terms of readability. I'm going to do a bit more streaming of it tomorrow to see how the campaign is now.
November 20, 2025 at 6:00 AM
just tried a little bit of Phantom Brigade and the new 2.0 update is a huge step up in terms of readability. I'm going to do a bit more streaming of it tomorrow to see how the campaign is now.
starting up next, it's time for my weekly stream looking at #indiegamedev demos and full games. And I'm always happy to check out submissions youtu.be/NzN7GGgDRrM
The Weekly #indiedev Showcase Stream | #gamewisdom
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November 20, 2025 at 2:50 AM
starting up next, it's time for my weekly stream looking at #indiegamedev demos and full games. And I'm always happy to check out submissions youtu.be/NzN7GGgDRrM
I had an idea that I was hoping to get some feedback on. With my GOTY list and video series in about a month. I thought it would be a neat idea if there were any developers or people who cover games would like to join me when I talk about my picks for a genre and can share theirs #indiegamedev
November 19, 2025 at 10:20 PM
I had an idea that I was hoping to get some feedback on. With my GOTY list and video series in about a month. I thought it would be a neat idea if there were any developers or people who cover games would like to join me when I talk about my picks for a genre and can share theirs #indiegamedev
I'm always looking for developers to chat with for my interview series on game-wisdom, sign-ups are open, and once I get through a few more in the backlog, I'm going to start scheduling some more forms.gle/uoWBNhAV1YYM... #indiegamedev
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November 19, 2025 at 11:11 AM
I'm always looking for developers to chat with for my interview series on game-wisdom, sign-ups are open, and once I get through a few more in the backlog, I'm going to start scheduling some more forms.gle/uoWBNhAV1YYM... #indiegamedev
for the stream tonight, we're finishing Ninja Gaiden Ragebound and then starting up Ys VI youtu.be/KW-7SoxPr3c
Finishing Ninja Gaiden Ragebound and Starting YS VI | #gamewisdom
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November 19, 2025 at 3:11 AM
for the stream tonight, we're finishing Ninja Gaiden Ragebound and then starting up Ys VI youtu.be/KW-7SoxPr3c
My review for Absolum is now up, and how it's a beautiful beat-em-up, that I just wish there was a bit more beating and upping youtu.be/97PbBV2o3RA @dotemu.bsky.social
Absolum Is a Gorgeously Simple Beat-Em-Up | #gamewisdom #beatemup #absolum
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November 19, 2025 at 1:22 AM
My review for Absolum is now up, and how it's a beautiful beat-em-up, that I just wish there was a bit more beating and upping youtu.be/97PbBV2o3RA @dotemu.bsky.social