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Random Encounter 95 - The Witchering
June 02, 2015 21:01 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBGeralt rides into the podcast, and everyone has a ton to say about The Witcher 3. Following that, the gang engages in some discussion about sexuality, gender, race and whole bunch of hot button issues in gaming. There's a bit of Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker talk before we give some E3 predictions and desires (hint, Stephen wants Kingdom Hearts 3 info before he explodes). Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen and Caitlin Argyros Questions? Comments? Spare Pot...
95 - The Witchering
June 02, 2015 21:01 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBGeralt rides into the podcast, and everyone has a ton to say about The Witcher 3. Following that, the gang engages in some discussion about sexuality, gender, race and whole bunch of hot button issues in gaming. There's a bit of Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker talk before we give some E3 predictions and desires (hint, Stephen wants Kingdom Hearts 3 info before he explodes). Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen and Caitlin Argyros Questions? Comments? Spare...
Random Encounter 94 - Pillars of Awesome
May 01, 2015 23:26 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBThe gang gives some final Bloodborne impressions (we promise!), Michael talks some Oreshika, Stephen does his best to convince Rob to buy Pillars of Eternity, and then everyone weighs in on the insanity in the industry over the past two weeks. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink and Michael Sollosi Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
94 - Pillars of Awesome
May 01, 2015 23:26 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBThe gang gives some final Bloodborne impressions (we promise!), Michael talks some Oreshika, Stephen does his best to convince Rob to buy Pillars of Eternity, and then everyone weighs in on the insanity in the industry over the past two weeks. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink and Michael Sollosi Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 93 - This is a Fine Podcast!
April 17, 2015 00:01 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBYeah, we're going to talk a lot about Bloodborne. You knew this was coming, so sit back and enjoy. Oh, and we also have some Final Fantasy Type-0 HD to talk about, too. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Michael Sollosi and Peter Triezenberg Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
93 - This is a Fine Podcast!
April 17, 2015 00:01 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBYeah, we're going to talk a lot about Bloodborne. You knew this was coming, so sit back and enjoy. Oh, and we also have some Final Fantasy Type-0 HD to talk about, too. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Michael Sollosi and Peter Triezenberg Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 92 - Anticipation
March 10, 2015 15:28 - 2 hours - 74.2 MBMan, March is going to be crazy! The whole crew is filled with anticipation (hence the title), and it's proving rather difficult to keep their hype in check. Still, we have some cool stuff to talk about this week, including Rob's new Playstation 4, some off-topic debates, and Derek's journey into Atelier Shallie. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, and Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
92 - Anticipation
March 10, 2015 15:28 - 2 hours - 74.2 MBMan, March is going to be crazy! The whole crew is filled with anticipation (hence the title), and it's proving rather difficult to keep their hype in check. Still, we have some cool stuff to talk about this week, including Rob's new Playstation 4, some off-topic debates, and Derek's journey into Atelier Shallie. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, and Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 91 - Party of Five
February 17, 2015 21:11 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBJeez, there are almost too many games to talk about this week. We've got Citizens of Earth, Criminal Girls, Darkest Dungeon, Ghost Song, Code Name: S.T.E.A.M., and a little Brandish to keep you warm during this incredibly cold winter. Oh, and there was some kind of new trailer for a game that has everyone hyped. I think it was called Persona 5 or something. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, John Tucker, and Jeremy Harnage Questions? Comments? Spare Potions?...
91 - Party of Five
February 17, 2015 21:11 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBJeez, there are almost too many games to talk about this week. We've got Citizens of Earth, Criminal Girls, Darkest Dungeon, Ghost Song, Code Name: S.T.E.A.M., and a little Brandish to keep you warm during this incredibly cold winter. Oh, and there was some kind of new trailer for a game that has everyone hyped. I think it was called Persona 5 or something. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, John Tucker, and Jeremy Harnage Questions? Comments? Spare Pot...
Random Encounter 90 - Sanctuary
January 21, 2015 21:12 - 2 hours - 74.9 MB2015 is upon us, and we're certainly excited about all of the amazing looking RPGs to come. Before we board the hype train, however, we talk about some gaming trends and whether or not we actually have time to play all of these massive games. Stay tuned after the main show for our interview with Michelle and James over Ska Studios, who are currently working on Salt and Sanctuary. It looks like a 2D Dark Souls, so you know Rob and Stephen are excited! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen ...
90 - Sanctuary
January 21, 2015 21:12 - 2 hours - 74.9 MB2015 is upon us, and we're certainly excited about all of the amazing looking RPGs to come. Before we board the hype train, however, we talk about some gaming trends and whether or not we actually have time to play all of these massive games. Stay tuned after the main show for our interview with Michelle and James over Ska Studios, who are currently working on Salt and Sanctuary. It looks like a 2D Dark Souls, so you know Rob and Stephen are excited! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Step...
Random Encounter 89 - Shimmershine
December 28, 2014 15:23 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBRob talks about the hardships of dragon hunting, Derek describes the keys to the sphere grid in Final Fantasy X International, and Stephen expands on the virtues of Dungeonmans. Oh, and there's a ton of news to talk about, including possibly the biggest troll EVER! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
89 - Shimmershine
December 28, 2014 15:23 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBRob talks about the hardships of dragon hunting, Derek describes the keys to the sphere grid in Final Fantasy X International, and Stephen expands on the virtues of Dungeonmans. Oh, and there's a ton of news to talk about, including possibly the biggest troll EVER! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 88 - Chibi Hearts
December 01, 2014 06:14 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBThe gang gets right to business with Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth, Stephen goes gaga over Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX, and Derek shares his thoughts on Tales of Hearts R. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
88 - Chibi Hearts
December 01, 2014 06:14 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBThe gang gets right to business with Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth, Stephen goes gaga over Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX, and Derek shares his thoughts on Tales of Hearts R. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 87 - Fallen Dragon
November 14, 2014 19:54 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBWe've got a big one for y'all this week. The gang talks about Lords of the Fallen, Valkyria Chronicles, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Freedom Wars and Fantasy Life. Be sure to stay tuned after the regular show for our exclusive interview with Cameron Lee, producer of Dragon Age: Inquisition. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros Special Guest(s): Cameron Lee - Producer of Dragon Age: Inquisition Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast...
87 - Fallen Dragon
November 14, 2014 19:54 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBWe've got a big one for y'all this week. The gang talks about Lords of the Fallen, Valkyria Chronicles, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Freedom Wars and Fantasy Life. Be sure to stay tuned after the regular show for our exclusive interview with Cameron Lee, producer of Dragon Age: Inquisition. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros Special Guest(s): Cameron Lee - Producer of Dragon Age: Inquisition Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podc...
Random Encounter 86 - The Vanishing of Kyle E. Miller
October 24, 2014 22:47 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBKyle vanishes while playing The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, Stephen defends mobile games with Terra Battle, strategy is discussed in Legend of Grimrock 2, and the gang all plead for a re-release of Suikoden II. ARE YOU LISTENING, KONAMI?!!! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Kyle E. Miller Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
86 - The Vanishing of Kyle E. Miller
October 24, 2014 22:47 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBKyle vanishes while playing The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, Stephen defends mobile games with Terra Battle, strategy is discussed in Legend of Grimrock 2, and the gang all plead for a re-release of Suikoden II. ARE YOU LISTENING, KONAMI?!!! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Kyle E. Miller Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 85 - The Suplex Show
October 01, 2014 17:54 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBDerek talks about Persona 4: Arena Ultimax and Curtain Call (I'm not writing Theatrhythm... dammit!), Stephen takes us through Natural Doctrine while Rob guides us around Wasteland 2, and then the guys get excited for Final Fantasy XV. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
85 - The Suplex Show
October 01, 2014 17:54 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBDerek talks about Persona 4: Arena Ultimax and Curtain Call (I'm not writing Theatrhythm... dammit!), Stephen takes us through Natural Doctrine while Rob guides us around Wasteland 2, and then the guys get excited for Final Fantasy XV. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 84 - Point and Click
August 28, 2014 03:39 - 2 hours - 70.4 MBRob discusses the finer points of adventure games with The Walking Dead and Shadowgate, Derek steals clothes in Akiba's Trip, and Stephen talks about Sword Art Online and a lot of other games. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
84 - Point and Click
August 28, 2014 03:39 - 2 hours - 70.4 MBRob discusses the finer points of adventure games with The Walking Dead and Shadowgate, Derek steals clothes in Akiba's Trip, and Stephen talks about Sword Art Online and a lot of other games. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 83 - The D Show
July 24, 2014 23:13 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBDave tries to convey the awesomeness of Divinity: Original Sin, Stephen boards the hype train for Destiny, Rob hates Dark Souls II (wait, what?), and listener questions are answered. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Dave Yeager Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
83 - The D Show
July 24, 2014 23:13 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBDave tries to convey the awesomeness of Divinity: Original Sin, Stephen boards the hype train for Destiny, Rob hates Dark Souls II (wait, what?), and listener questions are answered. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Dave Yeager Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 82 - Destiny Awaits
July 06, 2014 17:13 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBThe guys talk about the glory of the Steam Summer Sale, Derek discusses the merits of Atelier Rorona Plus, and Stephen tries his best to explain just what the hell Destiny is. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
82 - Destiny Awaits
July 06, 2014 17:13 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBThe guys talk about the glory of the Steam Summer Sale, Derek discusses the merits of Atelier Rorona Plus, and Stephen tries his best to explain just what the hell Destiny is. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 81 - Together at Last
June 14, 2014 19:58 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBFor the first time ever, Random Encounter comes to you live from E3! Join the editors of RPGFan as they fight off sleep deprivation to talk about the glitz, glamour and majesty of the world's largest gaming trade show! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Kyle E. Miller, Liz Maas, Andrew Barker, Mike Salbato Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
81 - Together at Last
June 14, 2014 19:58 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBFor the first time ever, Random Encounter comes to you live from E3! Join the editors of RPGFan as they fight off sleep deprivation to talk about the glitz, glamour and majesty of the world's largest gaming trade show! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Kyle E. Miller, Liz Maas, Andrew Barker, Mike Salbato Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 80 - We Has Hype!
June 06, 2014 15:06 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBThe gang talks some Transistor, Derek tries to convey the weirdness of Drakengard 3, Wasteland 2 gets some love, and everyone gets excited for E3 2014. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
80 - We Has Hype!
June 06, 2014 15:06 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBThe gang talks some Transistor, Derek tries to convey the weirdness of Drakengard 3, Wastleand 2 gets some love, and everyone gets excited for E3 2014. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 79 - Pooping Ferrets
May 19, 2014 22:44 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBStephen plays some Persona 3 and Dark Souls II, Derek enjoys a little Child of Light, and Rob gets giddy over potential E3 announcements. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
79 - Pooping Ferrets
May 19, 2014 22:44 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBStephen plays some Persona 3 and Dark Souls II, Derek enjoys a little Child of Light, and Rob gets giddy over potential E3 announcements. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 78 - Procedural Conception
April 21, 2014 23:13 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBDerek's been making babies and playing some old Final Fantasy games, while Stephen and Rob have been (what else?) playing Diablo. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
78 - Procedural Conception
April 21, 2014 23:13 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBDerek's been making babies and playing some old Final Fantasy games, while Stephen and Rob have been (what else?) playing Diablo. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 77 - Drangleic, Colorado
March 24, 2014 18:45 - 1 hour - 75 MBStephen recounts his time in South Park, Derek explains how to pronounce Atelier, and Rob spends far too much time talking about Dark Souls II. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
77 - Drangleic, Colorado
March 24, 2014 18:45 - 1 hour - 75 MBStephen recounts his time in South Park, Derek explains how to pronounce Atelier, and Rob spends far too much time talking about Dark Souls II. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 76 - Lightning Fairies
March 03, 2014 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBKyle talks about the time he killed a man for a job in Bravely Default, Derek saves the world while trying to make sense of the story in Lightning Returns, and Stephen and Rob spend some time testing out the new patch in a game y'all are probably tired of them talking about by now. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Kyle E. Miller Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
76 - Lightning Fairies
March 03, 2014 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBKyle talks about the time he killed a man for a job in Bravely Default, Derek saves the world while trying to make sense of the story in Lightning Returns, and Stephen and Rob spend some time testing out the new patch in a game y'all are probably tired of them talking about by now. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Kyle E. Miller Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 75 - Are we allowed to say "saga?"
February 08, 2014 18:47 - 2 hours - 90.6 MBRob learns how to pronounce Ys, Stephen plays a game that might have to change its title for some asinine reason, and Derek gets all nostalgic and whistles a lot. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
75 - Are We Allowed to Say "Saga?"
February 08, 2014 18:47 - 2 hours - 90.6 MBRob learns how to pronounce Ys, Stephen plays a game that might have to change its title for some asinine reason, and Derek gets all nostalgic and whistles a lot. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 74 - 2014? Already?!
January 15, 2014 21:07 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBThe new year is upon us, so join the crew of Random Encounter as we dive into some of our expectations and predictions for the new year. Will Dragon Age III disappoint? What about Final Fantasy XV? Can we hope to (finally) see a Fallout 4 announcement? Only time will tell... Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
74 - 2014? Already?!
January 15, 2014 21:07 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBThe new year is upon us, so join the crew of Random Encounter as we dive into some of our expectations and predictions for the new year. Will Dragon Age III disappoint? What about Final Fantasy XV? Can we hope to (finally) see a Fallout 4 announcement? Only time will tell... Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 73 - Triforce of Nostalgia
December 16, 2013 19:21 - 2 hours - 97 MBKept you waiting, huh? We're had a heck of a time trying to get another recording together, but we've got an awesome show for y'all to make up for it. We've got lots of games to talk about, including The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Rogue Legacy, Ys: Memories of Celceta, and Baldur's Gate II. Following a rousing news section with Derek, Rob and Stephen sit down with some of the developers working on the upcoming indie title Darkest Dungeon. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephe...
73 - Triforce of Nostalgia
December 16, 2013 19:21 - 2 hours - 97 MBKept you waiting, huh? We're had a heck of a time trying to get another recording together, but we've got an awesome show for y'all to make up for it. We've got lots of games to talk about, including The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Rogue Legacy, Ys: Memories of Celceta, and Baldur's Gate II. Following a rousing news section with Derek, Rob and Stephen sit down with some of the developers working on the upcoming indie title Darkest Dungeon. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Ste...
Random Encounter 72 - The Pokemon Among Us
November 07, 2013 21:16 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBThis might be our most tangent-filled episode ever. Talking about The Wolf Among Us leads to a discussion on narrative and player choice, and then Derek tells us all about Pokemon eugenics. There's also some (more) Deus Ex to talk about and a brief news section as we patiently await the new consoles. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
72 - The Pokemon Among Us
November 07, 2013 21:16 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBThis might be our most tangent-filled episode ever. Talking about The Wolf Among Us leads to a discussion on narrative and player choice, and then Derek tells us all about Pokemon eugenics. There's also some (more) Deus Ex to talk about and a brief news section as we patiently await the new consoles. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
Random Encounter 71 - Soul Food
October 21, 2013 03:19 - 1 hour - 59 MBRob got to play Dark Souls II. We don't have to say much else, do we? Oh, uh, Derek got to play some Zelda and Stephen played more Type-0, but we know why you're here. Praise the Sun! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]
71 - Soul Food
October 21, 2013 03:19 - 1 hour - 59 MBRob got to play Dark Souls II. We don't have to say much else, do we? Oh, uh, Derek got to play some Zelda and Stephen played more Type-0, but we know why you're here. Praise the Sun! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]