Join host Lizzie Mintus as she sits down with Charles 'Chuck' Tolman, a seasoned CTO/CIO with a rich history in the video game industry. Chuck's career began at Atari in 1993, and he has since made significant contributions to over 30 games, including major franchises such as titles like Spider-Man, Call of Duty, and The Walking Dead.
In this episode, Chuck shares his journey beginning with his unexpected start in game development to becoming CTO at studios like The Workshop, acquired by Skydance Media. Discover Chuck's insights on how his leadership propelled Skydance's success in VR gaming, and explore valuable tips for VR game development, including navigating technical challenges, creating immersive experiences, and balancing gameplay mechanics.
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🎧 Chapters / Show Notes:
00:00 Intro
01:11 Meet Chuck Tolman
01:39 Chuck's Career From Atari, Treyarch, to Activision
07:05 Founding The Workshop
08:37 Surviving Setbacks and Partnering with Sony
12:13 The Acquisition by Skydance Interactive
19:52 Archangel to The Walking Dead Saints and Sinners VR Success
23:53 The Impact of Play Testing on Game Mechanics
26:25 Challenges and Innovations in VR Game Development
31:54 Leveraging Previous VR Experience for New Titles
35:15 Creating Effective Game Demos
39:53 Advice for Aspiring CTOs in the Gaming Industry
45:48 Learning from Mentors and Building a Career
48:12 Resources: Connect with Chuck
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