Episode 22: This conversation features a deep and insightful discussion with Frank Lantz, the director of the New York University Game Center and an award-winning game designer. Throughout the interview, Lantz explores the intricate relationship between games, culture, and education, highlighting how games can serve as a potent medium for both artistic expression and intellectual challenge.

Check out Frank's Games and Resources:
“The Beauty of Games” - A book by Frank Lantz
Universal Paperclips - A game by Frank Lantz

https://twitter.com/flantz
https://www.franklantz.net/
https://www.franklantz.net/work
https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklantz/

Resources Mentioned:
Balatro - Mentioned as a current favorite game of Frank Lantz.
Portal - Highlighted as possibly the funniest and one of the greatest games, with contributions from Eric Wolpaw.
Disco Elysium - Cited as an example of excellent narrative in games.
Kentucky Route Zero - Mentioned for its narrative focus.
The Stanley Parable and The Beginner's Guide
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• (00:00 ) - Exploring Comedy's Influence in Game Design
  


• (00:31 ) - Welcome to Hey, Good Game Podcast
  


• (00:54 ) - Post-Interview Reflections and Takeaways
  


• (02:09 ) - Deep Dive with Frank Lantz: A Gaming Luminary
  


• (03:36 ) - The Art and Challenge of Comedy in Games
  


• (05:14 ) - Navigating the Addictive Nature of Games
  


• (07:40 ) - Universal Paperclips: Designing for Disengagement
  


• (26:18 ) - The Role of Narrative and Writing in Games
  


• (31:12 ) - Games as Social and Cultural Artifacts
  


• (33:53 ) - Exploring the Social Impact of Gaming
  


• (34:21 ) - The Art of Taste and Social Connections in Cooking vs. Gaming
  


• (34:39 ) - The Evolution of Gaming Communities and Cultural Shifts
  


• (36:06 ) - The Founding and Philosophy of the NYU Game Center
  


• (37:53 ) - Teaching Game Design as a Creative Discipline
  


• (39:16 ) - Games as Cultural Forms and Their Deep Connection to Computer Science
  


• (39:49 ) - The Intricacies of Game Design and Its Historical Significance
  


• (40:51 ) - Finding Joy and Social Exchange in Sports and Games
  


• (42:30 ) - Bridging Generational Gaps in Gaming Understanding
  


• (46:47 ) - The Fascination with Watching Games and eSports
  


• (51:41 ) - The Intellectual Depth of Bridge and Its Cultural Phenomenon
  


• (57:42 ) - Envisioning the Future of Games and Their Role in Society
  


• (01:05:28 ) - The Journey of Games Towards a Richer Cultural Spectrum
  


• (01:06:01 ) - Closing Thoughts and Where to Find More

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