The Detectives Behind "The Rise of the Golden Idol" | Developer Interview
41Marcus has been working on a new detective video game with his creative partner Nathan, and today we’re going to dive into what that was like! Join us as we discuss what makes for a good murder mystery scenario, some behind-the-scenes development stories, and find out whether this game truly is the “soulslike” of detective video games.
If you’re interested in winning a free copy of the game, find out at the end of this episode. Then, comment below!
Purchase the Rise of the Golden Idol: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2716400/The_Rise_of_the_Golden_Idol/
(Also available on consoles!)
Check out Marcus and Nathan's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/30R5REvknCBprrCrlAYDTW?si=O0x83fPQSQaMB4pdGzwHcg
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
3:28 - What is “Rise of the Golden Idol?”
5:04 - How did you get to work on this?
6:00 - “Writer” or “Narrative Designer?
7:23 - Do you feel any pressure or expectations working on the sequel?
9:57 - How do you start writing a murder-mystery scenario?
13:13 - Did the narrative inform the scenarios, or vice versa?
14:43 - Did you design alone, or paired up with other writers?
16:21 - What are your writing strengths?
19:14 - Did you have any ideas considered too “silly” for this game?
20:15 - Did you have to cut any scenarios you were excited about?
23:01 - What are you looking forward to about the launch? Any fun development stories?
25:24 - Who do you think will enjoy this game the most?
26:48 - Free Game Giveaway!
27:55 - Outro