Who are the Daytime Devs?

The name Daytime Devs embodies the familial bonds and shared aspirations of its founders, three brothers from South Australia—Alex, Scott, and Luke, affectionately known as “The Bawk Bros”.

Alex shares, "As three brothers, we’ve always enjoyed gaming together, so incorporating our family name into the title felt natural." The name also reflects their goal of making game development their main focus. However, as Alex humorously adds, "It’s a bit ironic at the moment, as we primarily work at nighttime."

A Lifelong Passion

The trio’s journey into game development began early, rooted in a long-standing hobby that has been a significant part of their lives. From their childhood days of crafting games with Game Maker and Flash to sharing them with friends and family, their enthusiasm for game creation never waned. This passion evolved into adulthood with the development of games and quizzes for their annual family event, Quizmas. Their debut release, Super BAWK BAWK Chicken, marks a milestone in their quest to share the joy of gaming with others and inspire a similar sense of fun and creativity.

The Creation of Super BAWK BAWK Chicken

Bawk Bawk began as a casual weekend project by Luke for his partner, focusing on engaging gameplay and charming visuals. The name Super BAWK BAWK Chicken was her suggestion. After receiving positive feedback from family, the brothers recognized its potential and decided to pursue it further. They appreciated its fun and addictive nature and found the scope manageable. With robust support from friends and family, they successfully completed the project.

The Development Process

The development of Bawk Bawk spanned four years. The initial two years saw slower progress due to a divided focus, but the final two years, particularly leading up to their Steam release in July 2023, were marked by significant strides. Since then, the team has been focused on enhancing the game, releasing ten updates to improve the player experience and add depth.

Alex also adds: “Chris Norton is the composer behind Bawk Bawk's soundtrack. He has put together an epic OST that is on-par with the best! We highly recommend you check it out along with Chris’ other work at The Real Chris Norton.”

Recognition and Achievements

Daytime Devs is celebrating their recent success: winning the South Australian Screen Awards Best Game 2024 for Super BAWK BAWK Chicken. This award is a significant achievement for their debut game, and they are eager to build on this success with future projects.

Plans for the Future

Looking ahead, the team has exciting plans for Bawk Bawk. In October, they will release a new area featuring eight main levels and themed items for the spooky season. They will also host a month-long in-game event to celebrate this update and their participation in PAX Australia 2024.

Additionally, they are developing their next major project, a co-op roguelike deck builder. Early prototypes have shown promising results, and the Bawk Bros are enthusiastic about continuing its development.

Be sure to check out Super BAWK BAWK Chicken, available now on Steam, the Apple App Store, and Google Play! Visit their website to grab your copy and stay connected by following their socials—who knows what craziness the Bawk Bros will cook up next!