Winter Burrow: Crafting A Cozy Survival Game with Benjamin Salqvist

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In this episode of The Gamerheads Podcast, we explore the world of Winter Burrow, a cozy woodland survival game from Pine Creek Games. Our guest, Benjamin Salqvist, the CEO and Creative Director at Pine Creek Games, shares the journey of developing this captivating game where players take on the role of a mouse returning to their childhood home in ruins.
Benjamin Salqvist delves into the innovative mechanics of Winter Burrow, discussing how the game balances survival challenges with a heartwarming story inspired by his own childhood adventures. The game is set to release in 2025 on major platforms including Xbox Game Pass and Steam.
Join us for an episode filled with insights into the creative process behind Winter Burrow and discover what makes this game a standout in the survival genre. Don't miss out on this deep dive into a game that blends the thrill of survival with the warmth of a cozy homecoming.
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1. Game Developer's Journey Into Gaming (00:00:00)

2. Game Concept Development Challenges (00:09:45)

3. Nature-Inspired Cozy Survival Game (00:14:33)

4. Balancing Cozy and Survival Elements (00:24:08)

5. Unique Features of Winter Barrel (00:38:28)