Apparently the game Aegis Wing began merely as an email from Matt Monson (a lowly intern) to J Allard (Fast car drivin' Xbox Overlord). In the email he suggested that Microsoft slot some interns into a video game project. J apparently liked the idea and a year later put Matt Monson, Scott Brodie, and Danny Dyer in one "cramped office," told them to make a game, and then whipped them like a slave driver. Okay those last bits are embellishment.

J's interest at Matt's initial pitch and help from Carbonated Games (Microsoft's internal casual game studio) made Matt's dream a reality. Reflecting on the experience Monson said, "The best thing, especially with this project, is that if you have a good idea, you can talk to people and they'll listen to you. And if it's a good idea it'll get done."

The possibility for successful basement or garage based coding projects with a small group is reemerging. First, it was in the indie game scene, but now the big boys are getting in on the act. Now, can I get J's email from you Matt? I've got some ideas too.

[via GamerscoreBlog], [Full Article via Seattle Times]