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Episode 29: Sound Level Design

Recorded on Aug 24, 2014

Uploaded on Sep 10, 2014

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Most of us rely on sight to parse levels into individual elements, setpieces, segments, and so on. Soundvoyager has sparse visual elements, more as hints and aids than hard elements--what you're really interacting with is a soundscape. How does level design come across when conveyed by sound rather than sight?

Additionally, audio game developer CAE Jones speaks on a wide range of topics concerning the development and design of audio games. You can find his games here.

Game(s) discussed:

bit Generations: Soundvoyager

Hosted by:

Golem

With stunning insight provided by:

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