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Episode Name:
Lessons in Turning Creativity into a Business
Episode Description:
Many developers dream of going indie, but few talk about the business reality behind it. Turning creativity into a sustainable studio means facing tough questions about money, and what success really looks like.
In this episode, we unpack what it truly takes to move from developer to entrepreneur—how to navigate hidden costs, reshape your mindset, and balance creative freedom with sustainability.
Q?Box Round Answers
What advice would you give to someone else that’s just starting out?
You don’t know what you don’t know. To figure out what you don’t know, be a sponge.
Why do you make games?
I love the medium. It’s unique in that it offers challenge, a sense of pride, tells interactive stories, exercises my brain, is on the cutting edge of technology.
What game are you playing now?
Some old stuff and some indie stuff (Half Life 2, Metroid Prime Remastered, Prince of Persia, Far Lone Sails, Planet of Lana, Thank Goodness You’re Here)
TIPS and ADVICE
We covered quite a bit today. Could you list 3 suggestions or tips you would recommend to indie devs based on our discussion?
- Be a sponge. Integrate learning into your life.
- Take notes. Document processes. Share findings with you team.
- You won’t know everything. You’re going to make mistakes. Embrace being uncomfortable.
STEAM KEYS
For Particle Heart steam keys, send an e-mail to: hello@underwaterfiregames.com
RESOURCES and LINKS
How to get in touch with Jess Feidt
Website: http://www.underwaterfiregames.com/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/UFireGames
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-feidt-0233842/
E-mail: hello@underwaterfiregames.com