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Episode 4: Tim Handley, Science and Game Design

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Tim Handley is a scientist-turned-game designer who promotes an understanding of science, nature, and life through play at Mindful Mammoth, a company he founded to create games and puzzles for all ages.

What kind of games does Tim create?

How does his science background inform what he creates as a game designer?

Let’s find out.

Show Notes

Mindful Mammoth - Learn more about the games created by Tim and the Mindful Mammoth team. Games include Fire & Flora and Fire Tag, an official selection of the 2016 International Festival of Independent Games (IndieCade).

IndieCade - Founded in 2005 by Creative Media Collaborative, IndieCade supports independent game development and organizes events in the U.S. and Europe.

Play Sprout! - This Mindful Mammoth creation is a digital game that will lead you on a botanical-puzzle-adventure. Creators: Jeff Nusz, Game Designer and Tim Handley, Programmer.

California STEAM Symposium - The largest gathering of STEAM educators in California. The next symposium will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center, December 9-10, 2019.