Lewis Manalo

Executive Producer (Old Glory Studios)

Founded by experienced AAA game developers who are also United States military veterans, Old Glory Studios is dedicated to bringing an authentic tone to combat games without sacrificing the
accessibility that makes games easy to learn - even if they are hard to master.

A film producer before he began writing for video games, Lewis Manalo, Co-Founder /Executive Producer, is known for writing for the blockbuster TOM CLANCY’S GHOST RECON
game franchise.

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Feb. 27, 2025

From The Ghost To The Grave

In this episode host Projektitachi speaks with Ghost Recon Wildlands lead writer Lewis Manalo and level designer/Creative Director Matt Patak from Old Glory Studios about their transition from military careers to the gaming industry, their experiences working on major titles in the "Clancyverse", and their new project, Victory's Grave Outflank. They discuss the evolution of gaming narratives, game development challenges, AI's role, and their vision for creating a unique gaming experience that balances authenticity and accessibility. In this conversation, Matt Patak and Lewis Manalo share their insights on transitioning from gamers to developers, the challenges and rewards of indie game development, and the importance of finding one's niche in the industry. They discuss the role of writing in games, the significant impact of marketing on game development, and the evolving landscape of game ownership, particularly with the rise of live service models. The duo also shares their aspiratio…

Guests: Lewis Manalo , Matt Patak

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