Dev Log
Hosted by Studio N2K Dev Team, Dream Shards Studio, Dev Log has proudly reached 40K+ downloads, making it a leading games-focused show on the Sixzmic Podcast Network.
Dev Log is the Sixzmic podcast for game developers and players alike. Studio N2K and Dream Shards share behind-the-scenes insights on building interactive entertainment.
From prototyping and level design to publishing and post-launch support, we study how games are built under the Sixzmic umbrella.
Leverage the lessons we learn from studio teams, and apply them in your own development journey while following along with our production case studies.
For more insights on submitting game IP to Sixzmic, visit our creator submission portal.
Listen to our bi-weekly episodes below.
And if you're new to the show, check out our episode starter packs to get smarter about game development to get smarter about games!
Podcast Episodes
DL001: From Idea to First Playable Prototype w/ Dream Shards Studio
How Dream Shards turned a concept into a playable build in 90 days — tools, scope, and the mistakes that shaped the game.
DL002: Game Feel: The Invisible Art of Responsive Controls w/ Studio N2K Dev Team
Studio N2K breaks down input latency, animation timing, and why controls make or break a game on day one.
DL003: Publishing Indie Games in 2026 w/ Studio N2K Dev Team & Dream Shards Studio
Steam, Epic, console platforms, and mobile — navigating distribution as an independent game studio under Sixzmic.
DL004: Multiplayer Architecture Without a Massive Budget w/ Dream Shards Studio
Practical approaches to netcode, server costs, and matchmaking for small teams building online experiences.
DL005: The Post-Launch Roadmap: Updates, DLC, and Community w/ Studio N2K Dev Team
What happens after release day — live ops, player feedback loops, and sustaining a game long-term.
DL006: Building Original IP Inside a Game Studio w/ Dream Shards Studio
Why original IP matters for indie studios and how Sixzmic helps protect and extend game properties across media.