Ryan McLeod creates mobile experiences that challenge players to think differently about technology. As the developer behind Blackbox, he transformed simple interactions with a phone into inventive puzzles that encourage experimentation and discovery.
His approach to game design focuses on curiosity, surprise, and using familiar devices in unexpected ways. Blackbox reflects a creative process built around questioning assumptions and finding new possibilities in everyday technology.
In this episode:
- Designing puzzles that use the unique features of mobile devices
- Turning experimentation into a distinctive game experience
- Finding creativity through constraints and unexpected solutions
- Building a game around curiosity and player discovery
Topics: mobile games, game development, puzzle design, iPhone apps, interaction design
Roundabout: Creative Chaos is a podcast hosted by Tammy Coron exploring creativity, design, and technology. Listen at https://roundaboutcreativechaos.com and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
