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140: Minding Your Manors with Botany Manor

The Secret Lives of Games

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Botany Manor: Crafting a Cozy Game

This chapter introduces the game Botany Manor, created by Balloon Studios, focusing on the unique role of Arabella Green, a retired botanist. It explores the game's themes of retirement, community inclusion in gaming, and the significance of collaboration during development. The speakers share insights on the challenges faced in project direction, the importance of setting clear expectations, and the growth from solo work to team-based game design.

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