The Real Reason Small Teams Crush At Game Dev

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Tired of wearing every hat as a solo indie game dev? Backward Studio shares honest insights on the benefits of working in a small 3-person team versus going solo. They reveal how trust, focus, and playtesting help them learn faster, make better decisions, and avoid burnout while building toward their first commercial release. From in-person workflows and revenue share talks to client projects and procedural sound design, this episode is packed with practical advice for indie developers considering teamwork or struggling with solo development. Dev Dream Podcast

Chapters:

00:00 - Small Team vs Solo

03:30 - Trust the Process

07:00 - Data Driven Prototyping

11:00 - In Person Workflow

15:00 - Revenue Share Reality

19:00 - Client Project Lessons

24:00 - Deadlines That Work

28:00 - Programmer on a Team

32:00 - Artist Workflow Tips

37:00 - Procedural Sound Design

42:00 - Studio Future Dreams

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