GAMERS WITH PONG MEMORIES, WELCOME HOME. 🕹️ We interview the legends, industry veterans, and top creators to explore their careers and the future of gaming for an older generation. Hear candid stories from the teams behind MediEvil, XCOM, Final Fantasy VII, and groundbreaking Accessibility tech. Discover why classic game design is still vital.
Horace Goes Podcasting: For Gamers with Pong Memories
Claim This Podcastby Kieron Brear and Jonny McNamara
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GAMERS WITH PONG MEMORIES, WELCOME HOME. 🕹️ We interview the legends, industry veterans, and top creators to explore their careers and the future of gaming for an older generation. Hear candid stories from the teams behind MediEvil, XCOM, Final Fantasy VII, and groundbreaking Accessibility tech. Discover why classic game design is still vital.
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Recent Episodes
May 31, 2026
9 - Mark Gibbons - Games Workshop Lore, Diablo III, and Battling the AI Dark Side
<p>Mark Gibbons: Games Workshop Lore, Diablo III, and Battling the AI Dark Side</p><p><strong>Episode Description:</strong>We are officially BACK! After a stressful real-life high-stakes strategy game called "moving house," John has finally unpacked his gaming cables, the tea is brewing, and we are breaking our 2026 silence with absolute industry royalty.</p><p>Today, we sit down with the legendary concept artist and illustrator <strong>Mark Gibbons</strong>, a man who has spent over 30 years defining the visual landscape of gaming. From his early, gritty ink work at Games Workshop that helped forge the foundational lore of Warhammer 40K, to his time at Sony Cambridge developing Primal, Mark's dark, intricate imagination has shaped the worlds we love. We follow his journey across the Atlantic to California, where he joined the powerhouse teams at Blizzard (as Art Director for Diablo III and a core concept artist on World of Warcraft) and later Riot Games.</p><p>We dive deep into the differences between the tight-knit 30-person studios of the PS2 "golden era" versus today’s multi-billion dollar AAA machines, discuss the modern reality of being an older gamer, and get Mark's fierce, zero-tolerance stance on the rise of generative AI in creative spaces. Plus, we explore his latest chapter bringing tabletop RPGs to life with Rookery Publications.</p><p>Settle into your favorite gaming chair, get your best headphones on, and welcome a true legend to the hot seat!</p><p><br></p><p>Check out Mark's games here - https://www.rookerypublications.com/</p><p>Rookery's livestreams - https://www.youtube.com/@TheRookery</p><p><strong>Check out Mark’s Board Game:</strong> Dark Deeds (via Modiphius Entertainment)</p><p>You can support them on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/InsideTheRookery</p><p>See loads of Mark's creations - https://mgartworks.myportfolio.com/</p><p><br></p><p>Don't forget to connect with us!</p><ul><li><p><strong>Facebook:</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.facebook.com/search/top%3Fq%3Dhorace%2520goes%2520podcasting" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Horace Goes Podcasting</a></p></li><li><p><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.instagram.com/horacegoespodcasting" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@HoraceGoesPodcasting</a></p></li></ul><p>Don't forget to tap the <strong>Subscribe</strong> button, leave us a review on your favourite streaming platform, and give us a thumbs up to help get the show into more ears! 🎧🕹️</p>
November 1, 2025
8 - Tina Townley
<p><strong>GAMES INDUSTRY CAREERS & FEMALE GAMER STORIES.</strong> 🚀 <strong>Tina Townley</strong> (Production Director, Act 3) gives an unfiltered look at climbing the ladder from QA at Sega to a director at an independent studio. She reveals the shocking reality of working in game testing and how classics like Final Fantasy VII fuel her escapism.</p><p><br></p><ul><li><p><strong>QA Exposed:</strong> The hard truth about testing one game over and over for years and the rush of finding submission-breaking bugs.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Escapist's Code:</strong> Why puzzle-heavy games like Tomb Raider and Monkey Island are essential for problem-solving and clearing a director's mind.</p></li><li><p><strong>Online Reality:</strong> Tina's strategy for navigating online gaming toxicity as a woman is by using<strong> </strong>private parties and avoiding public voice chat.</p></li><li><p><strong>Career Advice:</strong> Essential tips for aspiring game developers: Start in QA and network often.</p></li></ul>
August 30, 2025
7 - Jason Wilson
<p>Jason Wilson is the co-creator of the MediEvil series, a smash hit on the PlayStation. He started working in the games industry straight out of school in the 80s and has worked at many studios, including as a Creative Director with Sony.</p><p>In this episode, we talk with BAFTA winner Jason about the games he plays, such as the Elder Scrolls series, his enjoyment of gothic horror, his similarity to Tim Burton, comics and genius comic artists, his book 'Coal Face - The Devil in the Smoke' and lots and lots about Doncaster.</p><p>Check out Jason's work at <a href="https://jwartdesign.myportfolio.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://jwartdesign.myportfolio.com/</a>. Buy Coal Face on <a href="https://amzn.eu/d/4ag0lKQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Amazon</a>. </p><p><br></p><p>Some of the games and people we talk about:</p><p>Elder Scrolls, Knightlore, The Exit 8, Silent Hill 2, Pat Mills, Clint Langley, Chris Weston, Kevin O’Neill, Raymond Briggs, 2000AD, "Papers, Please", Dave the Diver</p>
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