We're back with another episode of Get Into The Bits! The show were we talk to people who are invovled in making videos games, because we don't know how to.

We've got an awesome guest for this episode - HaZ Dulull ( @HasrafDulull ) founder of @BeyondThe_Pixels and creator of the amazing 90's inspired cute-em-up Astro Burn! HaZ is in the hot seat sharing all about his journey getting into gaming, how he left it, and eventually found his way back. We also take a deep dive into his creative process and inspirations that led to Astro Burn and that bonkers "Meodoooken"!

Check out all the links related to HaZ, Beyond The Pixels and Astro Burn below!

Buy Astro Burn!
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3810660/Astro_Burn/
GOG: https://www.gog.com/en/game/astro_burn

Check out how Astro Burn's music was made - https://youtu.be/E_0ek0MBO98
Website: www.beyond-the-pixels.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondThe_Pixels
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/beyond-the-pixels.bsky.social
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthepixels
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondThePixelss
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyond-the-pixels/
Astro Burn Discord: https://discord.gg/vNzttjznm8
Astro Burn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@astro_burn

And for all things Out of Sync Gaming check out the links below:

Get Into The Bits #1 - https://youtu.be/2gJDzA5cJUg?si=TUwc1Fkncx0mZJwy

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@outofsyncgaming
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outofsyncgaming/
Discord: https://discord.gg/VMFV3BZB
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/outofsyncgaming.bsky.social
News: https://www.outofsyncgaming.co.uk/news
Reviews: https://www.outofsyncgaming.co.uk/reviews
Store: https://www.outofsyncgaming.co.uk/outofsyncgamingstore

TimeStamps
00:00 Introduction to Haz and His Journey
03:08 From Film to Gaming: Haz's Career Path
06:03 Visual Effects and the Transition to Film
08:57 The Breakthrough with Project Kronos
12:12 Navigating the Film Industry and Making a Name
15:01 The Success of The Beyond and Its Impact
17:51 Directing and Producing: A New Chapter
21:02 The Convergence of Gaming and Film
23:57 Taking Risks and Embracing Failure
27:08 Embracing Failure and Redefining Success
30:00 The Journey of Game Development and Inspirations
38:50 The Unique Concept of Astroburn: A Cue-'Em-Up Game
40:58 The Creative Process and Collaboration in Game Development
47:56 The Evolution of AI in Gaming
50:02 Storytelling and Audience Engagement
51:10 Reviving Retro Gaming with Physical Releases
55:24 The Importance of Physical Media in Gaming
57:48 Transmedia and Character Development
01:00:14 Playtesting and Balancing Gameplay
01:05:55 Innovative Weapon Systems in Game Design
01:07:47 The Cat's Meow: Incorporating Personal Touches in Game Design
01:10:30 Creating Iconic Game Mechanics: The Meowdooken
01:12:55 The Art of Collaboration: Bringing Personalities into Game Development
01:14:32 Modern Retro: The Future of Game Development
01:16:37 Mia the Cat: A Feline Star in Game Development
01:18:15 Cat TV Mode: Engaging Players and Their Pets
01:20:52 Final Thoughts: The Joy of Game Development and Community

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