Bionic Buzz® covered the Free Play Florida convention in Orlando, FL, where we had the opportunity to interview legendary game developer Dan Kitchen from Audacity Games. During our conversation, Dan talked about his long-standing passion for video game development, his journey in the gaming industry, and what Audacity Games is currently working on.
We also discussed the importance of preserving classic games while reimagining them for modern audiences, as well as Dan’s thoughts on the retro gaming community and the Free Play Florida convention.
About Audacity Games
Audacity Games is an independent video game development studio focused on reviving and reimagining classic game franchises for modern platforms. Founded by industry veterans, the studio blends retro-inspired gameplay with updated mechanics and technology, aiming to honor gaming history while introducing timeless experiences to new generations of players.
About Dan Kitchen
Dan Kitchen is a veteran video game designer and developer with decades of experience in the industry. He is best known for his work on classic titles such as Crackpots, Keystone Kapers, and Ghostbusters for the Atari 2600. Today, Dan continues to shape the future of retro-inspired gaming through his work at Audacity Games, bringing classic ideas back to life with modern innovation.
About Free Play Florida
Free Play Florida’s mission is to educate and celebrate the history, art, and science of arcades, pinball, and early computers through community-driven events. The convention is produced by Byte Amusement Group, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing video game history.
Connect:
https://www.audacitygames.com
https://www.instagram.com/audacitygames/
https://www.facebook.com/audacitygames/
https://x.com/audacitygames
https://www.freeplayflorida.com/
https://www.facebook.com/freeplayflorida
https://www.instagram.com/freeplayflorida
https://x.com/freeplayfla
Video shoot and edited by Steve Sievers of Bionic Buzz®.