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Join Ward Games and friends on the journey of a lifetime: learning how to make games for a living! Listen in as we talk with game dev folks both local and from around the world about game development, gaming news, and more.

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Episode 117: Into the MAG 2018, Night 1

January 05, 2018 23:45 - 1 hour - 102 MB

It’s the first podcast of 2018 and the first podcast of MAGFest! We’re bringing you some multipart nightly shows while we hang out at the one and only Music and Games Festival. In part one of tonight’s show, Dylan is joined by RVA Game Jammer Ruthie Edwards and VR dev Emerson Smith, founder of ESIO LLC. We talk about what we’ve seen and played on the show floor, from Amanda Hudgins’ #1000ButtonProject to Mega Cat Studios’ custom NES games. In part two, Dylan and Will are joined by MAGFest exh...

Episode 117: Into the MAG 2018, Night 1

January 05, 2018 23:45 - 102 MB

It’s the first podcast of 2018 and the first podcast of MAGFest! We’re bringing you some multipart nightly shows while we hang out at the one and only Music and Games Festival. In part one of tonight’s show, Dylan is joined by RVA Game Jammer Ruthie Edwards and VR dev Emerson Smith, founder of ESIO LLC. We talk about what we’ve seen and played on the show floor, from Amanda Hudgins’ #1000ButtonProject to Mega Cat Studios’ custom NES games. In part two, Dylan and Will are joined by MAGFest exh...

Episode 116: Best Games Played 2017

December 16, 2017 18:00 - 3 hours - 187 MB

Once more the Earth has circled the Sun, and once more we sequester ourselves to determine the Wardcast Best Games Played. For those unfamiliar, here’s how it works: our list consists of what we believe to be the top ten games we played this year. We consider any game played in 2017, not just games released in 2017. Everyone brings their personal top ten games to the table, from which we will decide the official Best Games Played. Once the chosen ten have been decided upon, we will create a s...

Episode 116: Best Games Played 2017

December 16, 2017 18:00 - 187 MB

Once more the Earth has circled the Sun, and once more we sequester ourselves to determine the Wardcast Best Games Played. For those unfamiliar, here’s how it works: our list consists of what we believe to be the top ten games we played this year. We consider any game played in 2017, not just games released in 2017. Everyone brings their personal top ten games to the table, from which we will decide the official Best Games Played. Once the chosen ten have been decided upon, we will create a s...

Episode 115: MO(ther)BA(se)

December 09, 2017 19:00 - 2 hours - 115 MB

It’s our last regular episode of the year, and it’s here where we make our stand. We critique the quality of the game mechanics of White Elephant, discuss our time with Wolfenstein II — including some heavy spoilers, and rediscover Ryu’s love of pound cake. Ludum Dare 40 happened last weekend, so we discuss the games we played and the games we made, which include Will’s escape🥚hatch, Alex’s Pizza’matic 5000, and Dylan’s Polyose. From there we move on to The Game Awards announcements, from Cam...

Episode 115: MO(ther)BA(se)

December 09, 2017 19:00 - 115 MB

It’s our last regular episode of the year, and it’s here where we make our stand. We critique the quality of the game mechanics of White Elephant, discuss our time with Wolfenstein II — including some heavy spoilers, and rediscover Ryu’s love of pound cake. Ludum Dare 40 happened last weekend, so we discuss the games we played and the games we made, which include Will’s escape🥚hatch, Alex’s Pizza’matic 5000, and Dylan’s Polyose. From there we move on to The Game Awards announcements, from Cam...

Episode 114: Big Elbows

November 26, 2017 18:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

Joining Dylan over the air this week is friend of the show and Motion Capture Stage Technician at 2K Games, Michael Listo! Michael speaks with Dylan about what goes into his role, the current trends in motion capture technology, and the common mocap techniques used on the job. We also discuss motion capture in film, advertising, and VR, and how his time studying Visual Effects at SCAD prepared him for his professional career. Got a question for the show? Join us on Discord at ward-games.com/d...

Episode 114: Big Elbows

November 26, 2017 18:00 - 62.4 MB

Joining Dylan over the air this week is friend of the show and Motion Capture Stage Technician at 2K Games, Michael Listo! Michael speaks with Dylan about what goes into his role, the current trends in motion capture technology, and the common mocap techniques used on the job. We also discuss motion capture in film, advertising, and VR, and how his time studying Visual Effects at SCAD prepared him for his professional career. Got a question for the show? Join us on Discord at ward-games.com/d...

Episode 113: The Mouse Always Wins

November 18, 2017 19:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MB

Will, Alex, and Dylan discuss the burgeoning robocky film genre, the EA Battlefront II loot box fiasco, and the predictably disappointing Justice League box office debut. We endure the hellishness of Mario Odyssey’s Darker Side of the Moon, and we talk about Hair Nah and our experiences getting our hairs touched. Alex “BattlerUnknown” Damrath gets back on the gamedev horse with his game, Playground, all the while Dylan contemplates why he and Sam got their games waitlisted for MAGFest’s Indie...

Episode 113: The Mouse Always Wins

November 18, 2017 19:00 - 97.3 MB

Will, Alex, and Dylan discuss the burgeoning robocky film genre, the EA Battlefront II loot box fiasco, and the predictably disappointing Justice League box office debut. We endure the hellishness of Mario Odyssey’s Darker Side of the Moon, and we talk about Hair Nah and our experiences getting our hairs touched. Alex “BattlerUnknown” Damrath gets back on the gamedev horse with his game, Playground, all the while Dylan contemplates why he and Sam got their games waitlisted for MAGFest’s Indie...

Episode 112: This Will with Week!

November 11, 2017 19:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MB

With the Richmond Marathon surrounding us on all sides, we journey into the realm of physical games. We got 280 characters in our pocket, and with it, we propose Doom 2 to take place in Buddhist hell. Alex joins in on the Mario Odyssey discussion — with embarrassing anecdotes about Uncle amiibo. In news, BlizzCon happened, where Blizzard announced a new Overwatch hero, a new World of Warcraft, and an old World of Warcraft. Will’s planning for his next game dev project, and we conduct more bat...

Episode 112: This Will with Week!

November 11, 2017 19:00 - 89.7 MB

With the Richmond Marathon surrounding us on all sides, we journey into the realm of physical games. We got 280 characters in our pocket, and with it, we propose Doom 2 to take place in Buddhist hell. Alex joins in on the Mario Odyssey discussion — with embarrassing anecdotes about Uncle amiibo. In news, BlizzCon happened, where Blizzard announced a new Overwatch hero, a new World of Warcraft, and an old World of Warcraft. Will’s planning for his next game dev project, and we conduct more bat...

Episode 111: The Two-Man Show

November 04, 2017 18:00 - 1 hour - 99.7 MB

Now that Will’s married, we converse about our prerequisites for what constitutes an arcade, Windows being garbage, trying to play Wolfenstein: The New Order, and Mario Odyssey’s lack of hat-on-hat action. Once again, we ring the game industry death knell. This time, it’s for NeoGAF, the Kinect, and Runic Games — where co-founder Travis Baldree shares his memories of the studio. Lastly, Paris Games Week happened, and we talk about the use of domestic violence and violence against women in the...

Episode 111: The Two-Man Show

November 04, 2017 18:00 - 99.7 MB

Now that Will’s married, we converse about our prerequisites for what constitutes an arcade, Windows being garbage, trying to play Wolfenstein: The New Order, and Mario Odyssey’s lack of hat-on-hat action. Once again, we ring the game industry death knell. This time, it’s for NeoGAF, the Kinect, and Runic Games — where co-founder Travis Baldree shares his memories of the studio. Lastly, Paris Games Week happened, and we talk about the use of domestic violence and violence against women in the...

Episode 110: The Two Ring

October 28, 2017 19:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

It’s a special day here on the Wardcast: Dylan is joined by Joe Wetmore and Kenny Kim, here to talk about — among other things — their eternal cosmic bond. Joe explains his distaste for the new Star Trek, Dylan does an explainer on PUBG hacks, and we all discuss the many things about Middle-Earth: Shadow of War that make us uncomfortable. We keep Tolkien talks going as we dive deep into Lord of the Rings lore, gush on pretty boy Sauron, and contemplate J.R.R.’s writing chops. Got a question f...

Episode 110: The Two Ring

October 28, 2017 19:00 - 105 MB

It’s a special day here on the Wardcast: Dylan is joined by Joe Wetmore and Kenny Kim, here to talk about — among other things — their eternal cosmic bond. Joe explains his distaste for the new Star Trek, Dylan does an explainer on PUBG hacks, and we all discuss the many things about Middle-Earth: Shadow of War that make us uncomfortable. We keep Tolkien talks going as we dive deep into Lord of the Rings lore, gush on pretty boy Sauron, and contemplate J.R.R.’s writing chops. Got a question f...

Episode 109: The Darkest Cockle

October 21, 2017 18:00 - 2 hours - 118 MB

Dylan, Alex, and Sam reconvene to discuss the poor handling of MAGFest’s distribution of hotel rooms. Alex brings a board game, for which there was a price to pay, and Sam discusses the contract game he’s been working on and what it’s like to work on a kid’s game that is COPPA compliant. Taking advantage of physics systems in games has us talking about Just Cause 2 mods and an infamous Liberty City swingset. In other news, Shadow of War has a bad story, neo-Nazis are mad about Wolfenstein, an...

Episode 109: The Darkest Cockle

October 21, 2017 18:00 - 118 MB

Dylan, Alex, and Sam reconvene to discuss the poor handling of MAGFest’s distribution of hotel rooms. Alex brings a board game, for which there was a price to pay, and Sam discusses the contract game he’s been working on and what it’s like to work on a kid’s game that is COPPA compliant. Taking advantage of physics systems in games has us talking about Just Cause 2 mods and an infamous Liberty City swingset. In other news, Shadow of War has a bad story, neo-Nazis are mad about Wolfenstein, an...

Episode 108: Cookies Over Cincinatti

October 14, 2017 18:00 - 82 MB

Dylan, Will, and Ruthie Edwards come together to discuss Pokémon symphonies, paperclips of the universal variety, and the eternal wait for Super Mario Odyssey. Will tries to fit in some more Heat Signature before he’s no longer a bachelor, we return to a talk about Tumbleseed and gameplay difficulty, and briefly converse about IGN acquiring Humble Bundle. Games include Heat Signature, Universal Paperclips, Middle-Earth: Shadow of War, Super Mario Run, Tumbleseed, Jackbox Party Pack 3, and Vir...

Episode 108: Cookies Over Cincinatti

October 14, 2017 18:00 - 1 hour - 82 MB

Dylan, Will, and Ruthie Edwards come together to discuss Pokémon symphonies, paperclips of the universal variety, and the eternal wait for Super Mario Odyssey. Will tries to fit in some more Heat Signature before he’s no longer a bachelor, we return to a talk about Tumbleseed and gameplay difficulty, and briefly converse about IGN acquiring Humble Bundle. Games include Heat Signature, Universal Paperclips, Middle-Earth: Shadow of War, Super Mario Run, Tumbleseed, Jackbox Party Pack 3, and Vir...

Episode 107: Hell is Cool

October 08, 2017 18:00 - 2 hours - 113 MB

We begin this episode discussing our hatred of Funko Pop figurines and the massive intelligence required to enjoy McDonald’s szechuan sauce. In other news, Cuphead came out, and it’s good! But people aren’t talking about Echo, and that’s bad. The Game by Its Cover game jam has ended, and Sam discusses his favorite pick from the lot, Hell, which fully convinces us that games presented through a desktop OS aesthetic are now “a thing.” We also talk about FPS Requakes on the heels of Quake Live h...

Episode 107: Hell is Cool

October 08, 2017 18:00 - 113 MB

We begin this episode discussing our hatred of Funko Pop figurines and the massive intelligence required to enjoy McDonald’s szechuan sauce. In other news, Cuphead came out, and it’s good! But people aren’t talking about Echo, and that’s bad. The Game by Its Cover game jam has ended, and Sam discusses his favorite pick from the lot, Hell, which fully convinces us that games presented through a desktop OS aesthetic are now “a thing.” We also talk about FPS Requakes on the heels of Quake Live h...

Episode 106: Slam Dunk Birdie

September 30, 2017 18:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MB

This week, we’re joined by a bunch of moms. Momma Ilvento completes her tale of acquiring an SNES Classic. Mother Damrath checks in to see what this whole Fortnite: Battle Royale is about, and Grandma Blanton is feeling a little faint, but she powered through her illness to be with us today. We get back to all the MGS V we played this past week while we talk about the mommiest game in the world. And we round out the podcast with a debate about which controller is the best. Games include Star ...

Episode 106: Slam Dunk Birdie

September 30, 2017 18:00 - 70.3 MB

This week, we’re joined by a bunch of moms. Momma Ilvento completes her tale of acquiring an SNES Classic. Mother Damrath checks in to see what this whole Fortnite: Battle Royale is about, and Grandma Blanton is feeling a little faint, but she powered through her illness to be with us today. We get back to all the MGS V we played this past week while we talk about the mommiest game in the world. And we round out the podcast with a debate about which controller is the best. Games include Star ...

Episode 105: Hygge

September 29, 2017 08:15 - 2 hours - 153 MB

Dylan is joined by Ruthie Edwards, Kirk Musngi, Mike Odum, and Momin Khan on this glorious September morning to camp out to get their hands on the SNES Classic. It’s early. Very early. But no sacrifice is too great for our chosen prize. No regrets, no regurts, and no Ragnaros. While we wait for the doors of the Best Buy to open, we define what it means to be “mom,” spend some more time on Martio Rabius Kingdom Journey, and wax nostalgic about Warcraft and Starcraft mods. We get a Brandcenter ...

Episode 105: Hygge

September 29, 2017 08:15 - 153 MB

Dylan is joined by Ruthie Edwards, Kirk Musngi, Mike Odum, and Momin Khan on this glorious September morning to camp out to get their hands on the SNES Classic. It’s early. Very early. But no sacrifice is too great for our chosen prize. No regrets, no regurts, and no Ragnaros. While we wait for the doors of the Best Buy to open, we define what it means to be “mom,” spend some more time on Martio Rabius Kingdom Journey, and wax nostalgic about Warcraft and Starcraft mods. We get a Brandcenter ...

Episode 104: The Sleepy Pistol

September 23, 2017 18:00 - 2 hours - 118 MB

If Will and Sam can ever forgive Dylan for never playing Journey, they may find the time to learn more about thatgamecompany’s new game, Sky, and everything else that happened during the iPhone X event. We’re also excited to announce: Will’s getting married! Before he ties the knot, things are gonna get pretty steamy: with him trying out the Steam Link and us talking about our longest played games on Steam. We suggest some Metal Gear Solid V to play, talk about Fortnite: Battle Royale and the...

Episode 104: The Sleepy Pistol

September 23, 2017 18:00 - 118 MB

If Will and Sam can ever forgive Dylan for never playing Journey, they may find the time to learn more about thatgamecompany’s new game, Sky, and everything else that happened during the iPhone X event. We’re also excited to announce: Will’s getting married! Before he ties the knot, things are gonna get pretty steamy: with him trying out the Steam Link and us talking about our longest played games on Steam. We suggest some Metal Gear Solid V to play, talk about Fortnite: Battle Royale and the...

Episode 103: Trailercraft

September 22, 2017 18:00 - 1 hour - 62 MB

This episode, Dylan is joined by trailer craftsman M. Joshua Cauller, whose work includes trailers for games such as That Dragon, Cancer; Tricky Towers; and Poly Bridge. Josh touches on a lot of different topics related to his craft, including how he got started, how to create player-centric trailers, and the importance of balancing emotional tension in trailers. We also discuss the tight-knit trailer-making community, problems with indies not viewing game dev as a business, setting the right...

Episode 103: Trailercraft

September 22, 2017 18:00 - 62 MB

This episode, Dylan is joined by trailer craftsman M. Joshua Cauller, whose work includes trailers for games such as That Dragon, Cancer; Tricky Towers; and Poly Bridge. Josh touches on a lot of different topics related to his craft, including how he got started, how to create player-centric trailers, and the importance of balancing emotional tension in trailers. We also discuss the tight-knit trailer-making community, problems with indies not viewing game dev as a business, setting the right...

Episode 102: Triptych of Chaos

September 16, 2017 16:00 - 152 MB

Dylan, Dan “Quasar” Cotting, and Justin Mitchell collect together just in time for the return of the Food Minute. This time, it’s all about seasonal lattes and beers of the pumpkin variety as well as a conversation about Hamburger Helper. We also discuss Pewdiepie hurling a racist slur on Twitch, Campo Santo then filing a DMCA takedown of Pewdiepie’s Firewatch video, and the subsequent review bombing of Firewatch on Steam. To add nauseum to the vomitorium, the NES Classic returns and Nintendo...

Episode 102: Triptych of Chaos

September 16, 2017 16:00 - 2 hours - 152 MB

Dylan, Dan “Quasar” Cotting, and Justin Mitchell collect together just in time for the return of the Food Minute. This time, it’s all about seasonal lattes and beers of the pumpkin variety as well as a conversation about Hamburger Helper. We also discuss Pewdiepie hurling a racist slur on Twitch, Campo Santo then filing a DMCA takedown of Pewdiepie’s Firewatch video, and the subsequent review bombing of Firewatch on Steam. To add nauseum to the vomitorium, the NES Classic returns and Nintendo...

Episode 101: Lot Check

September 13, 2017 18:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MB

This episode, Dylan is joined by Mike Futter, former News Editor at Game Informer and author of the Game Dev Business Handbook. Dylan and Mike discuss the various topics covered in the book, from business development to IP law to assessing your personal finances before you start. We also talk about interviewing various devs and more for the book, publishing through Bithell Games, reverse stock splits, and the death and rebirth of THQ. Lastly, we touch on Mike’s trip to PAX West, the differenc...

Episode 101: Lot Check

September 13, 2017 18:00 - 52.7 MB

This episode, Dylan is joined by Mike Futter, former News Editor at Game Informer and author of the Game Dev Business Handbook. Dylan and Mike discuss the various topics covered in the book, from business development to IP law to assessing your personal finances before you start. We also talk about interviewing various devs and more for the book, publishing through Bithell Games, reverse stock splits, and the death and rebirth of THQ. Lastly, we touch on Mike’s trip to PAX West, the differenc...

Episode 100: 101 Ruminations

September 09, 2017 16:00 - 97.2 MB

It’s Wardcast’s centennial episode! To celebrate, we’re bringing you a new series, Wardcast at Night. It’s the same Wardcast experience, only at night. On our one hundredth episode, we talk about Metal Gear Solid’s memes, genes, and submarines as well as the differences in Western and Eastern games culture. In other news: Mario is no longer a plumber, a VentureBeat playthrough of Cuphead reignites the debate about getting good at games, Early Access games are getting considered for Game of th...

Episode 100: 101 Ruminations

September 09, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 97.2 MB

It’s Wardcast’s centennial episode! To celebrate, we’re bringing you a new series, Wardcast at Night. It’s the same Wardcast experience, only at night. On our one hundredth episode, we talk about Metal Gear Solid’s memes, genes, and submarines as well as the differences in Western and Eastern games culture. In other news: Mario is no longer a plumber, a VentureBeat playthrough of Cuphead reignites the debate about getting good at games, Early Access games are getting considered for Game of th...

Episode 99: The Tragedy of Sonic

September 02, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 96.9 MB

Dylan, Will, and Sam collect together to talk about game frameworks, including Phazer and its creator, Rich Tapestry. Will plays Sonic Mania and reminisces about the Sonic Retro Forum and the potential end of the Sanic Cycle. We also discuss gregorian chants, a Twitter thread full of game dev tricks, Nintendo’s Nindies showcase, and more. Games include Sonic Mania, Life is Strange, Tokyo 42, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, Destiny 2, Flippy Knife, Disney Crossy Road, and War Wings. Got a quest...

Episode 99: The Tragedy of Sonic

September 02, 2017 16:00 - 96.9 MB

Dylan, Will, and Sam collect together to talk about game frameworks, including Phazer and its creator, Rich Tapestry. Will plays Sonic Mania and reminisces about the Sonic Retro Forum and the potential end of the Sanic Cycle. We also discuss gregorian chants, a Twitter thread full of game dev tricks, Nintendo’s Nindies showcase, and more. Games include Sonic Mania, Life is Strange, Tokyo 42, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, Destiny 2, Flippy Knife, Disney Crossy Road, and War Wings. Got a quest...

Episode 98: Instant Replay Live in: Redneck Cartographer and the Yeahs of Sadness

August 26, 2017 16:00 - 113 MB

This week, we’re joined by Nick Nundahl and Joe Wetmore of Instant Replay Live, where we reprise our talk on cartoons and TV, leading us to talk about Marvel’s Defenders […]

Episode 98: Instant Replay Live in: Redneck Cartographer and the Yeahs of Sadness

August 26, 2017 16:00 - 113 MB

This week, we’re joined by Nick Nundahl and Joe Wetmore of Instant Replay Live, where we reprise our talk on cartoons and TV, leading us to talk about Marvel’s Defenders and expectations. Speaking of expectations, No Man’s Sky has hit us with a new update, so we discuss the changes that have been made to the game one year later. We also talk about the Unsung Story story, Kickstarter, and crowdfunding in general — including Nick’s friend Jack’s GoFundMe to bring tabletop RPGs to people with vi...

Episode 98: Instant Replay Live in: Redneck Cartographer and the Yeahs of Sadness

August 26, 2017 16:00 - 2 hours - 113 MB

This week, we’re joined by Nick Nundahl and Joe Wetmore of Instant Replay Live, where we reprise our talk on cartoons and TV, leading us to talk about Marvel’s Defenders and expectations. Speaking of expectations, No Man’s Sky has hit us with a new update, so we discuss the changes that have been made to the game one year later. We also talk about the Unsung Story story, Kickstarter, and crowdfunding in general — including Nick’s friend Jack’s GoFundMe to bring tabletop RPGs to people with vi...

Episode 97: Crunchy

August 15, 2017 13:00 - 80.2 MB

This episode, Dylan is joined by special guest Callum Underwood, formerly Senior Developer Relations at Oculus and currently starting his new role at indie un-publisher Raw Fury. Callum talks about the difficult choice of leaving Oculus and Facebook to join Raw Fury, how and when to speak to a publisher, and a conversation about game pricing sparked by a recent article by SteamSpy’s Sergey Galyonkin. We also discuss showing your game at conventions to receive player feedback and the thrill of...

Episode 97: Crunchy

August 15, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.2 MB

This episode, Dylan is joined by special guest Callum Underwood, formerly Senior Developer Relations at Oculus and currently starting his new role at indie un-publisher Raw Fury. Callum talks about the difficult choice of leaving Oculus and Facebook to join Raw Fury, how and when to speak to a publisher, and a conversation about game pricing sparked by a recent article by SteamSpy’s Sergey Galyonkin. We also discuss showing your game at conventions to receive player feedback and the thrill of...

Episode 96: The Verbyverse

August 14, 2017 22:30 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

It’s eSports week here at the Wardcast. Wendy and Dylan just returned from exhibiting at Super Smash Con, and Alex has been keeping tabs on the lead up to the Overwatch World Cup and a For Honor tournament won by someone using an exploit. Also, I guess The International happened? And we return to discussing Nick Robinson’s sexual harassment and removal from Polygon. Games include King of the Hat, Super Clash Bros., Splatoon 2, Overwatch, Flippy Knife, Balloon Fight, Super Mario Bros., and Jac...

Episode 96: The Verbyverse

August 14, 2017 22:30 - 73.4 MB

It’s eSports week here at the Wardcast. Wendy and Dylan just returned from exhibiting at Super Smash Con, and Alex has been keeping tabs on the lead up to the Overwatch World Cup and a For Honor tournament won by someone using an exploit. Also, I guess The International happened? And we return to discussing Nick Robinson’s sexual harassment and removal from Polygon. Games include King of the Hat, Super Clash Bros., Splatoon 2, Overwatch, Flippy Knife, Balloon Fight, Super Mario Bros., and Jac...

Episode 95: Triple Tank and Dive

August 05, 2017 16:00 - 84.6 MB

We doubled up on Alexes this week. Joining Dylan and Alex Damrath is former Wardcaster Alex Rice, making his triumphant return to the show, just in time to tell us that he’s leaving to go work for eBay, but not before he raided NYC’s Nintendo World for their precious Switches. We discuss getting our hands on a NES Classic, the disastrous Pokémon Go Fest, Geralt in a bathtub, cancelled SNES Classic preorders, and our prep for Super Smash Con next weekend. Additionally, we talk about a member o...

Episode 95: Triple Tank and Dive

August 05, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MB

We doubled up on Alexes this week. Joining Dylan and Alex Damrath is former Wardcaster Alex Rice, making his triumphant return to the show, just in time to tell us that he’s leaving to go work for eBay, but not before he raided NYC’s Nintendo World for their precious Switches. We discuss getting our hands on a NES Classic, the disastrous Pokémon Go Fest, Geralt in a bathtub, cancelled SNES Classic preorders, and our prep for Super Smash Con next weekend. Additionally, we talk about a member o...

Episode 94: Three Dwarves, a Half-Elf, and a Pizza Place

July 22, 2017 16:00 - 92.5 MB

Dylan “Two-Mics” Ilvento and Will Blanton collect together with game jammer and dungeon master extraordinaire David Byers to talk about his ongoing D&D campaign and what football will look like […]

Episode 94: Three Dwarves, A Half Elf, and a Pizza Place

July 22, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 92.5 MB

Dylan “Two-Mics” Ilvento and Will Blanton collect together with game jammer and dungeon master extraordinaire David Byers to talk about his ongoing D&D campaign and what football will look like in the future. A cornucopia of throwback console news happened this week, with Walmart letting SNES pre-orders out into the wild, more information about the Ataribox coming out, and a N64 Classic trademark being filed. We also discuss Pac-Man Jr.: Act Zero, Cookie Clicker patch notes, the return of Sku...

Episode 94: Three Dwarves, A Half Elf, and a Pizza Place

July 22, 2017 16:00 - 92.5 MB

Dylan “Two-Mics” Ilvento and Will Blanton collect together with game jammer and dungeon master extraordinaire David Byers to talk about his ongoing D&D campaign and what football will look like in the future. A cornucopia of throwback console news happened this week, with Walmart letting SNES pre-orders out into the wild, more information about the Ataribox coming out, and a N64 Classic trademark being filed. We also discuss Pac-Man Jr.: Act Zero, Cookie Clicker patch notes, the return of Sku...

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