🎮 From Dentist to Game Developer?! The Story Behind ‘My Father Lied’
Description
In this episode of Grow Up Level Up, Samson sits down with Ahmed Alameen, a dentist by day and indie game developer by night, to discuss his upcoming narrative-driven game, My Father Lied. Inspired by Mesopotamian history, this mystery puzzle adventure is set to bring ancient stories to life in a visually stunning and deeply immersive way.
🎨 Ahmed shares his transition from writer to game developer, the challenges of balancing a full-time career with game development, and the unique artistic direction of his game. Plus, we dive into his Kickstarter campaign, which aims to fund localization and additional content!
👉 If you love story-driven games, indie development, and historical mysteries, this episode is for you!
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📌 Chapters:
00:00 Welcome & Introduction
00:55 Ahmed’s Journey: From Writing to Game Dev
03:53 Inside ‘My Father Lied’: A Narrative-Driven Mystery
06:57 From Writer to Game Developer: The Creative Shift
09:53 Balancing Historical Accuracy & Fiction
12:57 The Unique Visual Style of ‘My Father Lied’
22:14 Game Development: The Art & Challenges
22:45 How Ahmed Balances Passion & Time
24:49 Kickstarter Plans: What’s Next?
29:53 Game Features & Exclusive Rewards
30:57 The Importance of Cultural Representation in Gaming
33:57 Advice for Aspiring Game Developers
37:56 Final Words & Wisdom
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