Exploring Life & Business with Cody Jackson of Body Code Games

Today we’d like to introduce you to Cody Jackson

Hi Cody, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My name is Cody Jackson, and I’m an indie game developer and own Body Code Games. My passion for video games began when I was a kid, playing my first game on the Super Nintendo. It was in that moment that I fell in love with the world of gaming. Years later, at the age of 10, I discovered *RPG Maker*, a game that was released for the PlayStation 1. As someone who had always been drawn to RPGs, I knew I had to have it. That was the spark that set me on the path of game development.

*RPG Maker* wasn’t just a game—it was a powerful engine that allowed you to create your very own video games. It gave me the freedom to bring to life any idea or story that was swirling in my head, and share those creations with others. It was the perfect tool for turning my imagination into something tangible.

That moment marked the beginning of my dream to become a game developer. Fast forward 24 years, through years of schooling, passion, and determination, and I’m proud to say that I’ve finally created my first commercial video game, “Besotted” It’s set to release on January 27th, 2025 on Steam for the PC.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The road to releasing my first video game has been far from easy. It’s been filled with struggles and setbacks, but each failure taught me something valuable and brought me one step closer to where I am today. If you’re interested in learning more about my personal journey outside of game development, I did an interview with Bold Journey a few months ago. I’ll share the link here for anyone curious about the challenges and experiences that shaped me along the way.

https://boldjourney.com/meet-cody-jackson/

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
My business, **Body Code Games**, is an indie video game studio, and we’re gearing up for the release of our first game, “Besotted”on January 27, 2025. We’re in the final stages of development now, and once it’s launched, we’ll be diving into our next project—“The Last Issue: Chasing Angels”. We’re hoping to release it in late 2025. Exciting times ahead!

Any big plans?
My vision for the future of **Body Code Games** is simple: to keep making my dreams a reality. I’ve set a goal to develop and publish at least one game per year, and if I can stay on track, I believe the future of the studio is bright. I have a wealth of game ideas in the works that I truly believe can make a positive impact on the gaming industry and offer something special for players. With passion and dedication, I’m excited for what’s to come.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2920790/Besotted/
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@bodycodegames?si=TID0RF8FaOMgbNbu
• Other: https://boldjourney.com/meet-cody-jackson/