Behind the Scenes: Overhauling Our Recording Workflow at WhiteWolves Gaming Studios

​At WhiteWolves Gaming Studios, we're not just evolving — we're transforming. As our content has grown in scale and ambition, so too has the need for a smarter, smoother, more cinematic workflow behind the scenes.
So we’ve gone back to the drawing board and rebuilt our entire Recording, Post, and Editing Workflow from the ground up.
Whether you’re here for the adventure, the chaos, or the commentary — this new system is designed to bring you better audio, better visuals, and a much more consistent experience across the board.

​🎮 Step 1: Choosing What to Record (With Purpose)

​It all starts with smarter decision-making. We’re no longer diving headfirst into random games on a whim. Instead, we now take the time to plan which titles we’ll tackle and how they fit into our schedule and creative goals.
We’re curating series based on what makes sense for the channel — and what we know our viewers will love. Once a title is locked in, we prepare for it with artwork, episode structure, and a focused recording game plan.
No more winging it. We’re here with a mission.

​🕒 Step 2: Tighter Sessions — 30 to 40 Minutes Each

​Gone are the days of endless recording marathons that left us buried in footage and exhausted by the edit.
Now, we’re recording in dedicated 30 to 40-minute sessions. It keeps our energy up, makes each episode tighter, and gives us better pacing across the entire series. Each session is treated like an individual chapter in a larger story — making it easier to edit, publish, and enjoy.
It also means we can plan uploads more effectively — with steady, consistent drops that viewers can rely on.

​🎙️ Step 3: Split Audio Tracks + Multiband Mic Compression

​Here’s where the magic really starts happening.
We’ve changed our entire audio strategy. We now record separate audio tracks for each source:

• 🎤 Microphone/Commentary
• 🎮 Game Audio
• 🎵 Background Music
• 🌪️ Ambient & SFX

This gives us full control in post. We can now tweak, mute, enhance, or balance each element without affecting the others.
On top of that, we’re applying multiband compression — but only to the mic track. This allows us to smooth out voice levels, tame harsh frequencies, and elevate quiet moments, all without squashing the energy out of the performance.
We mix everything down to a broadcast-ready standard at -2 dB, ensuring you get clean, punchy audio that’s easy to listen to — even during the most chaotic gameplay moments.
Game audio, ambient sounds, and music stay natural and dynamic. No compression needed — we want them to roar, whisper, and echo as the game intended.

​🧢 Step 4: Bringing It All Together in Adobe Premiere Pro

​Once the footage and audio are locked in, it all comes home to Adobe Premiere Pro, our editing hub.
This is where we:

• Sync all the split audio tracks
• Align footage with the game’s story beats
• Add transitions, overlays, cutscenes, and branding
• Shape the audio mix to create mood and momentum
• Adjust lighting and color for consistency and polish

It’s the step where things shift from "recorded footage" to "ready-to-watch episode."

💻 Step 5: Exporting with Adobe Media Encoder in 4K UHD (and Looking Ahead to 8K)

​Once editing wraps, we export the final product using Adobe Media Encoder, which gives us tight control over the final file quality and compatibility across platforms.
We currently export all episodes in 4K UHD, ensuring every moment — from quiet dialogue to explosive action — looks sharp, detailed, and future-proofed for modern displays.
But we’re not stopping at 4K.
We’re also actively testing 8K workflows behind the scenes. While 8K content isn’t the norm just yet, we want to be ready for that shift when it comes — whether it’s for ultra-high-resolution cinematic game showcases or future tech demos.
We’re always looking ahead, so that when the industry catches up, we’re already there.

🧭 Case Study: Our Upcoming Indiana Jones Series

​The first major test for our new workflow is our upcoming adventure:
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
From the steamy jungles of South America to the shadowy halls of the Vatican, this series is built like a cinematic journey — and our updated pipeline is helping us deliver just that.
With split audio, clean commentary, consistent episode lengths, and rich 4K visuals, you’re in for a wild ride with Jones — and it's going to look and sound the best we’ve ever produced.

​🚀 Why We Changed — And What It Means For You

All of these changes — from time-locked sessions to multiband mic compression and 8K prep — were made with one goal in mind:
👉 To give you a better, more immersive experience every time you watch.
This overhaul allows us to:

• Produce higher-quality videos faster
• Stay on schedule with less burnout
• Improve consistency and clarity across series
• Deliver content that feels polished, professional, and personal
• Prepare for a future of 4K, 8K, and beyond

We're not just chasing tech trends. We're building a rock-solid foundation for the future of WhiteWolves Gaming Studios — one that honors the craft, respects the viewer, and keeps the creative spark alive.

​🎮🐺 WhiteWolves Gaming Studios: Where the Game is Just the Beginning

​We’re excited to keep pushing the envelope — and we’re even more excited to have you along for the ride.
So whether you’re tuning in for treasure hunts, cyberpunk chaos, or medieval mischief — know that everything we’re doing behind the scenes is about giving you the best experience possible.
Thanks for being here.
Here’s to the next chapter — in 4K, 8K, and beyond.