Save Point Sessions
301 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsYour Pixel Perfect Podcast for all things gaming. Hosted by Dan and Antonio.
We're more than just whining/complaining about reviews. We talk news, have interviews with guests in the industry, and have friends on to talk about more evergreen topics!
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Save Point Sessions 150: Game Industry Layoffs Extreme Difficulty
March 06, 2024 13:00 - 23 minutes - 33 MBIn a not so wholesome start of the season, Dan and Antonio discuss the massive wave of layoffs hitting the gaming industry and try to find some kind of hope or silver lining. Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media:https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord!https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee!https://ko-fi...
Save Point Sessions 149: Top 5 Games of 2023
December 27, 2023 13:00 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MBIn our last episode of the year, Dan and Antonio try to rank their top 5 games in what was one of the strongest years in gaming. (Editor's Note: Dan's audio got distorted during recording, so enjoy bassy Dan) Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media:https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord!https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy u...
Save Point Sessions 148: The Unity Debacle or, How To Be More Hated Than EA
October 11, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 33.3 MBAntonio explains to Dan how Unity became the most hated company in gaming in 1 month. Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media:https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord!https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee!https://ko-fi.com/ngppro ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 147: Nintendo Direct Reactions and Switch 2 Predictions
September 20, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBIs Nintendo's latest Direct a sign of the Switch's approaching sunset? Dan and Antonio discuss the final lap and what they expect from the next console. Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media:https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord!https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee!https://ko-fi.com/ngppro ----------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 146: FFXIV Fanfest '23 Recap And Review
August 02, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 66.3 MBDan and Antonio cleared LVCC Extreme aka Fanfest '23. They recap what's to come in FFXIV and their experiences with the first in-person event in four years. Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media:https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord!https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee!https://ko-fi.com/ngppro --------------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 145: Hottest Video Game Daddies (ft. ameobeaa).
June 14, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn honor of Father's Day Dan and Antonio are joined by friend of the show ameobeaa aka Smalls to determine the hottest video game daddy. Warning hot takes ahead.. Follow Smalls on her socials: Twitter: @ameobeaaa Twitch: ameobeaa Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy u...
Save Point Sessions 144: Super Mario Bros Movie And The Future Of Game Adaptations
May 03, 2023 13:00 - 30 minutes - 43.2 MBDan and Antonio talk The Super Mario Bros Movie success and the impact it'll have on game adaptations. Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/ngppro -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 143: Fanfest 2023 Savage, Vegas Guide
March 22, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 51 MBDan and Antonio discuss the 2023 FFXIV Fanfest ticket process, salt, and tips for first time Vegas visitors. Theme Song: Obstacle Course (Athletic Theme) ~ Coffee Date Remix Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/ngppro -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 142: Capcom Bets Big On SF6, EVO 2023 Lineup Revealed.
March 01, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 38.5 MBCapcom announces a $1 Million prize for the next Capcom Cup winner. Will this get the FGC the crown of eSports? Also Dan and Antonio discuss the EVO 2023 mainstage games. Theme Song: End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/ngppro -----------------------...
Save Point Sessions 141: The End Of The Nintendo Switch? Febuary Direct Reaction
February 15, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBNintendo surprised us with the first Direct of 2023, but Dan thinks this is a sign that the finish line is in sight for the Switch. Theme Song: End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/ngppro --------------------------------------------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 140: Top 5 Games of 2022
December 28, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBAs 2022 comes to an end Dan and Antonio recap what they think are the best games of the year. Will #1 be as obvious as you think? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 139: What Happened at The Game Awards
December 14, 2022 14:00 - 42 minutes - 59.4 MBDan and Antonio recap the winners, reveals, and bizarre moments at the 2022 Game Awards --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 138: Game Awards Predictions and Live Vote
November 23, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBDan and Antonio breakdown the 2022 Game Awards nominations and give their votes while recording. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 137: Silent Hill is Back From The Dead
October 26, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBKonami's resurrected Silent Hill, so why isn't Dan excited? (Sorry for the audio issues during the first half, did not catch it during recording - Dan) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 136: SF6 Beta Impressions and Saltysuite
October 12, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 46.8 MBOne of the hosts participated in the SF6 closed beta test. Guess which one? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 135: The Life and Death of Google Stadia
October 05, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBDan and Antonio say goodbye to Stadia. A concept that promised everything, delivered nothing, and lasted longer than anyone expected. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 134: Tokyo Game Show Saved Videogames?
September 21, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBTokyo Game Show 2022 just wrapped, and it brought about some exciting game announcements. Plus Dan and Antonio get exposed as fake Octopath Traveler fans. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 133: Best Games For New Gamers
September 07, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 48.7 MBDan and Antonio talk about the best games for first time gamers of all ages. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 132: Splatoon 3 & Salt
August 31, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MBNintendo dropped a Splatoon 3 Splatfest and Antonio has some thoughts (and salt) on the demo weekend. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 131: EVO IS BACK!
August 10, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBEVO made it's triumphant return this past weekend. Dan and Antonio recap the hype and celebration of the FGC --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 130: Elden Ring Roundtable
July 20, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 97.6 MBAfter much delay Antonio and Dan sit down and give their final thoughts on what may be their 2022 GotY --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 129: Nintendo Mini Direct June 2022
July 06, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 42.8 MBNintendo wraps up the E3 wake with their mini Direct focused on 3rd party. What did Dan and Antonio think? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
A Statement on Current Affairs
June 29, 2022 13:00 - 1 minute - 2.5 MBThis past week our country was forcibly shifted in a direction that takes away bodily autonomy to a huge population. Dan and Antonio want to share their thoughts on the matter and reinforce their stand on Pro-Choice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 128: FFVII Anniversary and PS Plus Premium
June 22, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 40.3 MBAntonio gets excited over the FFVII announcements, and Dan gives his early thoughts on PS Plus Premium --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 127
June 16, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBThe Summer Games Fest aka not E3 had a bunch of announcements last week, and so Dan and Antonio recap what got them hyped for the upcoming year of games. Theme Song: End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/ngppro -------------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 127: Summer Games Fest Recap and Hype Check
June 16, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBThe Summer Games Fest aka not E3 had a bunch of announcements last week, and so Dan and Antonio recap what got them hyped for the upcoming year of games. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 126: Hip Hop and Gaming (Ft. Mega Ran)
May 18, 2022 06:00 - 23 minutes - 33.5 MBRapper, Teacher, Hero Mega Ran stops by to talk his new tour, the NPC Collective, and the melding of hip hop and gaming culture. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 125: Sonic, Melania, and Dwayne Johnson
April 27, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBDan and Antonio give a quick rundown of news stories they missed, and Antonio recaps his acceptance into the Capcom Creator's Club. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 124: Sony is NOT Spartacus
April 06, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 41.6 MBThe worst kept secret is revealed. Sony revealed their answer to Xbox Game Pass. Dan and Antonio debate if it's worth it or not. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 123: Anime Adapations of Video Games (Ft. Not Your Typical Weebs)
March 30, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBDominique and Malissa visit from weebville to talk about videogames that got an anime adapation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 122: Elden Ring, GOTY?
March 16, 2022 06:00 - 39 minutes - 55.4 MBThis week Dan and Antonio talk about Elden Ring. Does it live up to the hype? How is Antonio handling his first Soulsborne game? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 121: Endwalker Spoilercast Pt. 3
March 09, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBIn the final part of our Endwalker spoilercast, we recap the recent live letters and predict where FFXIV will go from here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 120: Endwalker Spoilercast Pt. 2
February 16, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBAshley returns to continue the recap of the latest FFXIV expansion Endwalker. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 119: Endwalker Spoilercast Pt. 1
February 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBAkayuay aka Ashley joins us once again to talk about the latest expansion to FFXIV, Endwalker. SPOILER WARNING! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 118: Microsoft Shakes Up the Games Industry
January 26, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 44.2 MBSo...let's talk about that Activision-Blizzard news. Dan and Antonio discuss how big of an effect this'll have on videogames moving forward. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 117: Top 5 Games of 2021
January 05, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBWith 2021 in the review it's time for Dan and Antonio to reflect on their favorite videogames of the year. We warn you there will be some surprises. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 116: Gaming Thanksgiving
November 24, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 49.6 MBIn our season finale, Dan and Antonio recount things in gaming they're thankful for. Yes it's first world problems AF. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 115: Game Delays, the Pros and Cons
November 17, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBWith Endwalker wait extended a few more weeks, Dan and Antonio recount games that either needed more time to develop, took too much time to develop, or were dead from day one. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 114: Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack=BIG OOF
November 03, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 49.7 MBThe new Expansion Pack for Nintendo Switch Online dropped and...oh no. Dan and Antonio recap, review, and revamp the maligned service. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 113: Smash Ultimate Retrospective
October 27, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBWith Sora out and the final(?) patch too, Dan and Antonio discuss the impact of Smash. They also speculate on the future of the iconic series. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 112: BAYONETTA 3 RETURNS! Nintendo Direct September 2021
September 29, 2021 06:00 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MBA very calm and collected discussion of the latest Nintendo Direct. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 111: FFXIV Live Letter 9/17/21 Recap
September 22, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBTheme Song: End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/ngppro Follow Ashley on her socials! Twitter: @AkaYuay Twitch: AkaYuay ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Save Point Sessions 111: FFXIV Live Letter 9/17/21 Recap
September 22, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBAshley joins Dan to talk about the recent FFXIV and all the upcoming job changes for Endwalker! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 110: Fan Games
September 15, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 40.1 MBIn the first official episode of SPS, Dan and Antonio talk various fan games and their inevitable legal death. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
Save Point Sessions 110: Fan Games
September 15, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 40.1 MBTheme Song: End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Check out other NGP Productions shows and follow the official network social media: https://linktr.ee/NGPProductions Join the official NGP Productions Discord! https://discord.gg/fbupTVzWrM Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/ngppro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Antonio on: https://linktr....
New Game+ 109: Celebrities in Games (Plus BIG Annoucement!)
September 08, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBCelebrities starring in games is much older than you think. This week Dan and Antonio discuss when Hollywood invades our consoles. Plus stayed tuned to the end for a big announcement about the future of the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
New Game+ 108: Workout Games
September 01, 2021 06:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBIf you can't go to a gym, these games are a good alternative! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
New Game+ 107: Pandemic Check-in Part 2
August 25, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 41.7 MBWe didn't think we'd have to do a part 2 of this, but here we are. Dan and Antonio where they're at mentally and what they've been playing to ease the stress of a global pandemic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
New Game+ 106: Fornite Concerts, The Future?
August 18, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBDan and Antonio discuss Ariana Grande's Fortnite event and what we imagine the future holds. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support
New Game+ 105: Patch Notes July 2021
July 28, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBIn our first Patch Notes after our break, we talk about the Blizzard on Fire, the 'exciting' new Switch, and how we'd listen to DocSquiddy talk for hours. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savepointsessions/support