Games Every Designer Should Play

By Stuart Lilford

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Episodes: 21

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This is ’Games Every Designer Should Play,’ the podcast that explores the world of game design by analysing some of the greatest games of all time. Join your lecturers in game design: Stuart Lilford, Adrian Mills, and David Grant, as they explore the essential games that have left a lasting impression on the industry and on us. In each episode, we dissect and analyse a game that shaped the landscape of game design. From classic titles to contemporary masterpieces, we unravel the intricate layers of gameplay, narrative, and art direction, offering valuable insights for both aspiring and seasoned game designers. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, seeking to understand the principles of great game design, or simply love exploring the artistry behind your favorite games, this podcast is your go-to source. Subscribe now for a front-row seat to the fascinating world of game design, and discover the games that every designer should play. At the end of the episode one of us will reveal to the others the game for the next episode. Will it be beloved by all or could it be controversial? You’ll have to listen to the end to find out!

Episode Date
EP17: Gorogoa - Games Every Designer Should Play
May 23, 2026
EP16: Super Mario Galaxy - Games Every Designer Should Play
May 01, 2026
EP15: Dark Souls - Games Every Designer Should Play
Mar 05, 2026
XMAS SPECIAL: Metal Gear Solid - Games Every Designer Should Play
Dec 25, 2025
EP14: Katamari Damacy - Games Every Designer Should Play
Dec 16, 2025
HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Mouthwashing - Games Every Designer Should Play
Oct 31, 2025
EP13: Keep Talking And Nobody Explodes - Games Every Designer Should Play
Oct 28, 2025
EP12: The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth - Games Every Designer Should Play
Oct 08, 2025
EP11: Resident Evil 2 (2019) - Games Every Designer Should Play
Jul 17, 2025
EP10: Return of the Obra Dinn - Games Every Designer Should Play
Apr 29, 2025
EP09: Subnautica - Games Every Designer Should Play
Apr 03, 2025
EP08: Titanfall 2 - Games Every Designer Should Play
Feb 25, 2025
BONUS 01: Tetris - Games Every Designer Should Play
Dec 25, 2024
EP07: Batman: Arkham Asylum - Games Every Designer Should Play
Dec 17, 2024
EP06: Vampire Survivors - Games Every Designer Should Play
Nov 19, 2024
EP05: Thank Goodness You're Here! - Games Every Designer Should Play
Oct 24, 2024
EP04: Bioshock - Games Every Designer Should Play
Oct 10, 2024
EP03: Inscryption - Games Every Designer Should Play
Jul 04, 2024
EP02: Cocoon - Games Every Designer Should Play
May 17, 2024
EP01: Portal - Games Every Designer Should Play
Apr 26, 2024
EP00: Games Every Designer Should Play - Episode Zero
Mar 25, 2024