Octal FM

Sound-byte 044: Weathering With Us

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we’ve been up to recently. Sefran has been to see Weathering With You, the new film from the creators of Your Name, and gives us his hot take.

085: Games of 2020

We share the games we're most looking forward to in the year ahead in this continuation of our look back and forward at the games of last year and this year.

Sound-byte 043: Happy 2020!

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we’ve been up to recently. We took a bit of a recording break over Christmas, so in this episode we catch up with each other on what we got up to.

084: Games of 2019

In this episode we take a look back at the games we enjoyed playing in 2019.Jalada's choices were Link's Awakening, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna - The Golden Country.Sefran's main choices were Persona 5, Death Stranding, and Deep Rock Galactic. He also had a few honourable mentions including Wilmots Warehouse and Katamari Damacy Reroll.

Sound-byte 042: The fate of our 2019 hopefuls

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we’ve been up to recently. We've been busy recording our 2019/20 episodes of Octal FM where we look back at our games of 2019, and games we're looking forward to next year. In this Sound-byte, we take a look back at what we thought about this time last year to see if any of it came true or not.

083: Should I Stadia or Should I Go?

In this episode we continue our dive into the world of streaming games and games-as-a-service. Jalada just got his Founder's Edition Google Stadia and he gives us his thoughts and first experiences.You can add Jalada on Stadia. His username is...Jalada.

Sound-byte 041: Do I choose you, Sword?

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we’ve been up to recently. This time, Jalada gives his first impressions of Pokémon Sword, thirty or so hours in.

082: Games that Surprise

In this episode we discuss three games each that surprised us in some way when we played them.Game discussed:Deep Rock GalacticLord of the Rings OnlineMindustrySimCopterCall of Duty: Modern WarfareYoshi's Story

Sound-byte 040: Sefran Stranding

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we've been up to recently. This time, Sef gives his first impressions of Death Stranding.

081: Get in the robot, Jalada

This is the start of a new anime-themed Octal FM series! Sefran has watched anime for most of his life, but Jalada has watched almost none. We're changing that.In particular, we're going to focus on anime that Sefran may have watched a long time ago, to see how time has aged (or not) each series.If you have suggestions for series we/Jalada should watch, let us know! Nothing too long, please.

Sound-byte 039: Camden Stranding

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we've been up to recently. This week, we went to the Death Stranding launch event in London.

080: Games that Disappoint

In this episode we each pick out three games that we were so hyped about, but ultimately left us disappointed.

Sound-byte 038: Links Awakening Switch redux

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we've been up to recently. A while ago we discussed the announcement of the Links Awakening remix on the Switch. Jalada picked it up, and has been playing it.

079: Game Club - Forager

In Game Club, we pick a game to both play seperately that we've never played before, and then come together on the show to discuss our thoughts. This time, it's the turn of Forager.Forager is available on Steam, Humble Store, GOG, PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Boxed copies on Switch and PS4 will be released 1st November.

Sound-byte 037: Mindustry

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we've been up to recently. This week, Jalada has been playing Mindustry.

078: No Man's Sky Beyond (Expectations)

In this episode we take another look at No Man's Sky, in particular its rather unique development cycle, and how Hello Games have handled its infamy.

Sound-byte 036: Borderlands 3

Sound-bytes are our shorter episodes about what we've been up to recently. This week, Sefran has been playing Borderlands 3 co-op on the PS4.

077: Cambridge Analytica

In this episode we take a look back at the Cambridge Analytica scandal, in particular some of the details behind the underlying technology.Further reading/watching:Alexander Nix at Concordia Summit discussing their techThe Data That Turned the World Upside Down - Motherboard/ViceA 2017 counterpoint: Data Firm Says ‘Secret Sauce’ Aided Trump; Many Scoff (New York Times)Why Your Privacy Is Worth More Than You Think - DuckDuckGo

Sound-byte 035: September Direct

076: Favourite boss battles

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076: Greatest Boss Battles

Sound-byte 034: Mario Maker 2 & ED Fleet Carriers

075: Game Club - Dragalia Lost

In this episode we thoroughly irritate every Dragalia Lost fan by mispronouncing it throughout.

Sound-byte 033: On a Quest

074: Gute Nacht Berlin Pt.2

Sound-byte 032: The Light Switch

073: Guten Morgen Berlin Pt.1

In this episode of Octal FM it's time for another travel update. This time, it's Sefran's turn, as we discuss his short trip to Berlin.Stay tuned for episode 74 for a surprise part two...!

Sound-byte 031: KyotoAnimation attack

Content warning: In this episode we discuss the recent arson attack at KyotoAnimation in Japan, which may be distressing for some of our listeners, or people of a young age in earshot.

072: Nostalgia & Now - Final Fantasy IX

In this episode we look at Final Fantasy IX from two perspectives. Jalada, who has only just played it, and Sefran, who played it back in the day!

Sound-byte 030: Eva-ntually

071: E3 Chaff

If you're interested in our breakdown on what 'in-game footage' means in the context of game trailers at E3, check out the ancient but very relevent episode 19.

Sound-byte 029: Leaf - Positive/Negative?

070: Nintendo FM

In this episode we dissect some of Nintendo's announcements from E3 2019.

Sound-byte 028: Sign in with Apple

069: Infinite FM

In this episode of Octal FM we nerd out and discuss the 11 year saga that is the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Infinity War.

Sound-byte 027: Sony <3 Microsoft

068: Game Club - Metroid

In the second half of this episode there are some glitches on Sefran's audio. Apologies, we're investigating!In this episode of Octal FM we discuss the NES classic, Metroid.

Sound-byte 026: Windows <3 Linux

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Sound-byte 026: Microsoft <3 Linux

067: Charging down the road

In this episode of Octal FM we discuss the current state of electric vehicles, choices in cars, viability in the real world, and possible future.You'll pick up some general knowledge about EV’s, how the infrastructure for them is forming, ups and downs of owning one, and Sef’s personal experiences so far.

Sound-byte 025: Smash 3.0

066: Games under a tenner

Cook, Serve, Delicious 2!!Do Not Feed The MonkeysShellShock LiveVVVVVVAvailable on pretty much every platform.World of GooAvailable on PC, Mac, Switch, Android and iOS.BraidAvailable on PC, Mac, Xbox 360 and PS3.

Sound-byte 024: London Coffee Festival '19

065: Revisiting the Wilds

In this episode, and to mark it turning two, we take a look back at The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Sound-byte 023: Stadia

064: Octal FM 2k19

Further reading:EA and Activision's $79bn games-as-a-service growthEmerging Trends in Games-as-a-Service (video)Battle passes are replacing loot boxes, but they're not necessarily a better dealWhat Fortnite’s Battle Pass gets rightHow GaaS are changing the way we playCall of Duty Mobile - Legends of War soft launch articleArtwork Personalization at Netflix

Sound-byte 022: Haggis and hooning

063: Story pROMpts (Game Club - 2064: Read Only Memories)

In this Game Club episode we discuss 2064: Ready Only Memories.2064 is available on pretty much every platform!

Sound-byte 021: Sword & Shield

062: January Nintendo Direct to you

In a slight break from tradition, this episode is somewhat more timeous. Toni rejoins us to discuss our thoughts on all the announcements in the January Nintendo Direct.