In this interview, Michael Wilson shares his journey from game design to project management, founding Elios Games, and his insights into indie game development, community building, and future projects.

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Journey from game design to project management

Founding Elios Games and developing Kibo and the Cursed Lands

Community building and industry involvement

Future projects and industry insights

In this episode, 2Four interviews Ian Matthies. A game engineering student and aspiring game developer, he shares his journey, projects, and insights into the gaming industry, education, and creative process. Check out the interview, comment, and let us know what you think!

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🎮Gaming meet learning💥Interview with Skyler Scarlett🎓

In this episode, 2Four interviews Skyler Scarlett. He is a entrepreneur with appearances on Shark Tank and success in the cryotherapy space and now tackling learning with his company, GameClass. He aims to take games that are already popular and fun to play and make them educational instead of trying to create something that may be educational but boring. We chat about his company, how he got here, and what he envisons for the future of gaming and education. Check out our conversation and let us know what you think!

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🎮 Gaming Generalist💥 Interview with Scott Garson🎓

In this episode, 2Four interviews Scott Garson, a former software engineer turned narrative designer and gaming generalist who specializes in game prototyping and previs artistry for virtual production and cinematics. He has amassed skills and a toolkit that includes software such as Unreal Engine, Blender, and Adobe Suite just to name a few, he blends his passion for narrative and technology to create compelling stories and technology to fit and work hand in hand with his vision. Check out our chat and let us know what you think!

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🎮Another Level💥 Interview with Paul Lachowicz🎓

In this episode, 2Four interviews Paul Lachowicz who is a Game and level designer who has abilities in Unreal Engine with focus on level design. He also has years of experience operating a restaurant as well as supervising and management. We talk about his start into the gaming industry and the work and levels he has helped create for Fortnite as well as the work he has done with pro streamer SypherPK. Check out the chat, comment, and let us know what you think!

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🎮Empowering Black Gamers💥Interview with Nyah Beck🎓

In this episode, 2Four interviews Nyah Beck aka Bingy, A student at Cal State Long Beach and the founder of the Black Gaming Society. The mission for her is to empower gamers who don't have the resources and representation. She is in the process of getting her masters in sports management and will be applying what she knows and expertise to Esports. We chat about what her plans are for the BGS and herself as she navigates the landscape of the gaming industry. Check it out, comment, and let us know what you think!

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🎮 Let's make some music💥 Interview with Nathan Madsen🎓

In this episode, 2Four interviews Nathan Madsen. He is a composer and video game sound designer who has about 20 years of experience. He has worked with some of the most recognizable games such as Harry Potter, Magi quest for Great Wolf Lodge and more. He is also teaches a class at the University of Tennessee Knoxville where they learn how to make music, sound, voiceovers etc. Check out our talk, comment and let us know what you think!

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🎮 Games, Film, and Music💥 Interview with Marcus MusicWorld🎓

In this episode, 2Four interviews Marcus MusicWorld Soundtracks. He is a Scoring composer and makes music for games as well as creates his own stories, music, and films. We chat a little bit about how his passion was built from a very young age to now having that same passion to create and work in many different situations. 📢 Join the Conversation Have thoughts on gaming, animation, or career tips? Drop a comment below and share your insights or favorite moments!

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