In another session of the Tuska Forum by Bleeding Metal, host Kiki sits down with Natasha Skult, a game developer, academic, and passionate metalhead, to explore the powerful intersection of storytelling in games and music. Natasha shares her journey from indie game studio founder to advocate for diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry, and discusses how her love for metal music influences her creative work.
Whether you’re a gamer, musician, or just curious about the creative process, this episode offers insights, inspiration, and a celebration of the communities that bring us together.
02:48 Meet Natasha Skult
05:06 The importance of inclusive games and teams
07:50 Storytelling in Metal music and gaming
15:29 AI and the future of creative industries
30:03 Games and mental health: safe digital spaces
Recorded on June 28th, 2025 at Tuska Festival in Helsinki.
Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created by @kikigege87 and is hosted and produced with @martha _wingen. Episode edited by Kiki.
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