Ever found yourself fascinated by the dynamic universe of Web3 or intrigued by the entrepreneurial journeys of visionary leaders? Welcome to Colors of Web3 & Entrepreneurship, where Lam Trinh, the self-made polymath — MBA-turned self-taught full-stack data scientist turned Web3 product manager/engineer — invites you on an immersive journey.
Whether you're a seasoned Web3 enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or someone curious about the powerful crossroads where these worlds converge, this podcast is your gateway to insights, inspiration, and innovation.
In each episode, Lam sits down with founders, builders, and trailblazers from the vibrant landscapes of Web3 and Entrepreneurship. Through candid and casual conversations, you'll delve deep into the minds of visionaries who've harnessed the decentralized power of Web3 and those who've dared to disrupt the status quo in the business arena.
Discover the secrets behind their successful Web3 ventures, grasp the entrepreneurial wisdom they've amassed, and explore the captivating synergy between these two seemingly distinct realms. Gain a comprehensive understanding of Web3's transformative potential, learn the art of launching and scaling your own business, and explore the limitless opportunities that emerge when Web3 and Entrepreneurship collide.
Whether you're here for the latest in blockchain technology, keen to launch your startup, or simply seeking inspiration at the nexus of innovation, Colors of Web3 & Entrepreneurship has something for you. Join Lam Trinh and his diverse array of guests as they paint the canvas of tomorrow's digital landscape with vibrant stories, invaluable knowledge, and the hues of endless possibilities.
Don't miss out on the podcast that's transforming the way you perceive Web3 and Entrepreneurship. Subscribe now as new episodes come out weekly, and let your journey into the colorful world of innovation and enterprise begin!
Ever found yourself fascinated by the dynamic universe of Web3 or intrigued by the entrepreneurial journeys of visionary leaders? Welcome to Colors of Web3 & Entrepreneurship, where Lam Trinh, the self-made polymath — MBA-turned self-taught full-stack data scientist turned Web3 product manager/engineer — invites you on an immersive journey.
Whether you're a seasoned Web3 enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or someone curious about the powerful crossroads where these worlds converge, this podcast is your gateway to insights, inspiration, and innovation.
In each episode, Lam sits down with founders, builders, and trailblazers from the vibrant landscapes of Web3 and Entrepreneurship. Through candid and casual conversations, you'll delve deep into the minds of visionaries who've harnessed the decentralized power of Web3 and those who've dared to disrupt the status quo in the business arena.
Discover the secrets behind their successful Web3 ventures, grasp the entrepreneurial wisdom they've amassed, and explore the captivating synergy between these two seemingly distinct realms. Gain a comprehensive understanding of Web3's transformative potential, learn the art of launching and scaling your own business, and explore the limitless opportunities that emerge when Web3 and Entrepreneurship collide.
Whether you're here for the latest in blockchain technology, keen to launch your startup, or simply seeking inspiration at the nexus of innovation, Colors of Web3 & Entrepreneurship has something for you. Join Lam Trinh and his diverse array of guests as they paint the canvas of tomorrow's digital landscape with vibrant stories, invaluable knowledge, and the hues of endless possibilities.
Don't miss out on the podcast that's transforming the way you perceive Web3 and Entrepreneurship. Subscribe now as new episodes come out weekly, and let your journey into the colorful world of innovation and enterprise begin!
From AAA stints at Cygames, tri-Ace, EA, and more to founding his own studio, Xanthos Vouldis joins Colors of Web3 & Entrepreneurship to unpack how great games are made and why his next title is an invitation-only real-time multiplayer dieselpunk airship battle game.
We dive into his design framework, team roles, and why he’s building an invitation-only game community with squad-based online battles and a single-player campaign for every ship. Expect deep systems (armor, firing angles, crew management), PC-first plans, and a release target sometime next year.
Xanthos also explains pricing (a premium buy-in), natural-language NPCs that can brief you mid-mission, and a wild perk: finish a campaign and they’ll ship you a physical model of your customized airship. At the end, he also shares how early players can snag invites.
⌛ Timestamps:
00:00:00 Episode trailer
00:00:35 Show & guest introduction
00:02:24 Why Japan & early career (Cygames, EA, Tri-Ace, DMM)00:04:05 A simple game design framework (the “chair” analogy)
00:09:30 Who builds a game? Roles, teams, and pipelines
00:13:29 Speedrunning solo dev: free assets & engine templates
00:15:58 D&D as the best game-design bootcamp
00:23:04 Founding Studio Vale; Houdini + selective AI for art
00:42:14 Fixing “multiplayer fatigue” & role clarity
00:46:49 Why early, ongoing player testing matters
00:54:54 The future: prioritize gameplay over spectacle
01:01:36 Episode outro and next episode preview
Follow Xanthos & Studio Vale:
Studio Vale's Website: https://stvale.com/about-us/
Xanthos's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xanthosvouldis/
For gamers that are interested in testing the real-time multiplayer airship game, you can book a meeting with Xanthos here: https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/xanthos
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