theGamer came out with an article entitled : Someone Should Finally Make Another AAA Point-And-Click Adventure. The answer is Oh Brother. This episode features the Adventure Game Hotspot cast with Josh Cleveland and Jack Allen, diving into gaming *banter**. This is a lighthearted **gaming news* podcast. They also discuss current trends, noteworthy titles, and the challenges of balancing creativity and commercial success. In this episode, they cover their own projects, including writing and game development, and review recent and upcoming releases like 'Old Skies,' 'Rosewater,' and 'Fog Town.' Packed with industry insights, personal anecdotes, and thoughtful analysis, this episode is a must-listen for adventure game enthusiasts.00:00 Adventure Games00:33 Writing Challenges and Creative Processes04:36 Fog Town and Adventure Game News07:15 Mystery House and Industry Insights15:13 Gaming Experiences and Personal Projects19:43 The State of Point-and-Click Adventure Games44:30 The Importance of Animation in Games46:41 Voice Acting: A Key Element49:11 Balancing Creativity and Budget50:58 The Pitfalls of Chasing Trends56:19 Five Games That Went Too Far57:07 The Broken Age Dilemma59:12 Indiana Jones: From Greatness to Gimmicks01:01:15 The 3D Transition: Broken Sword and Grim Fandango01:05:06 Dreamfall's Open World Issues01:06:43 The Downfall of AAA Adventure Games01:19:15 Telltale's Overextension01:20:18 Final Thoughts and Future PlansFollow us at: Web: adventuregamehotspot.comDiscord:   / discord  FB: adventure Game HotspotIG: adventure_game_hotspotTwitter: @aghotspotThreads: adventure_game_hotspotMastodon: @[email protected]: @aghotspot.bsky.social#adventuregame #indiegame #pointandclickadventure

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Adventure Game Hotspot Podcast! Joined by staff members Sean and Sam, hosts Joshua and Jack dive deep into the resurgence of sci-fi in adventure games. We discuss our favorite sci-fi properties, including Star Wars, Star Trek, and comedy sci-fi like Red Dwarf. The team also explores what makes sci-fi work so well in adventure games and debates what qualifies as sci-fi. Finally, stay tuned as we reveal our hotly anticipated games list, featuring upcoming titles we can't wait to get our hands on. From Perfect Tides: Station to Station to Broken Sword 6: The Serpent's Curse, this episode is packed with exciting discussions and expert insights into the world of adventure gaming. Don't miss it!00:00 Adventure Game Hotspot Podcast00:15 Meet the Team: Sean and Sam02:30 Sam's Background and Current Projects11:03 Sean's Life and Gaming Journey14:34 The Sierra Adventure and Game Development23:37 Sci-Fi Adventure Games Discussion26:34 Star Wars vs. Star Trek Debate32:47 Defining Sci-Fi and Its Appeal48:04 Favorite Sci-Fi IPs and Recommendations52:52 Discovering a Cult Classic53:41 The Nature of British TV54:04 Finding Red Dwarf54:46 Comedy in Sci-Fi57:30 Sci-Fi in Adventure Games58:52 Challenges of Sci-Fi in Games01:07:27 Defining Sci-Fi Genres01:22:55 Hotly Anticipated Games

The Adventure Game Hotspot Podcast brings on Chris Pope to discuss SpaceVenture's troubles during development and why we should be excited for it's releaseIn this episode of the Adventure Game Hotspot podcast, hosts Joshua (Weird Gaming Adventure), Jack (Jack Allin), and Chris Pope (also known as Space Pope) come together to discuss sci-fi adventure games and the much-anticipated release of Space Venture. The discussion kicks off with light-hearted banter about their current game projects and recent experiences, moving into a deep dive on the development journey and challenges faced with Space Venture. Chris shares behind-the-scenes stories, including difficulties with funding and programming, the impact of switching to Unity 2022, and overcoming various setbacks. The hosts also share their excitement for upcoming sci-fi games, movies, and TV shows, making this episode a must-listen for adventure game enthusiasts and sci-fi fans alike.00:00 Welcome to Adventure Game Hotspot Podcast00:55 Small Talk02:48 Current Games and Reviews04:55 Industry News and Upcoming Releases10:06 Space Venture Development Journey14:37 Challenges and Lessons Learned29:58 Current Status and Future Plans50:24 The Enabler's Dilemma51:22 Communication Challenges54:37 Commitment to the Project01:01:24 Excitement for Space Venture01:07:48 Top 5 Anticipated Sci-Fi Releases01:28:31 Outro and Final ThoughtsGet Space Venture on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/13...Follow us at: Web: adventuregamehotspot.comDiscord:   / discord  FB: adventure Game HotspotIG: adventure_game_hotspotTwitter: @aghotspotThreads: adventure_game_hotspotMastodon: @[email protected]: @aghotspot.bsky.social#adventuregame #spaceventure

Join hosts Jack Allin Joshua Cleveland and special guests Francisco Gonzalez from Grundislav Games and Dave Gilbert from Wadjet Eye Games share their incredible knowledge and insights. Dive deep into the world of adventure game development, the challenges of marketing indie games, and the nuances of maintaining quality and creativity. The conversation highlights upcoming titles like Rosewater and Old Skies, their unique features, and the collaborative efforts behind them. We also discuss the broader industry landscape, tackling topics such as playtesting, game design philosophies, and the role of nostalgia in modern gaming. Don't miss our top five most anticipated games list and the engaging debates on the current state and future of adventure games.00:00 Old Skies Release Date Revealed00:48 Dave Gilbert and Francisco Gonzalez Game Releases01:56 Game Development Challenges15:07 Marketing and Publicity Strategies35:31 Rosewater: A New Adventure44:31 Reflecting on Game Development Journey45:41 The Pressure of Success and Expectations48:04 Introducing the New Game Concept48:28 Time Travel Adventures in Old Skies52:00 Collaborative Game Design Process53:56 Balancing Creativity and Feedback01:05:59 The Evolution of Adventure Games01:07:44 The Art and Emotional Impact of Games01:14:00 Challenges and Nostalgia in Game Development01:15:47 Marketing and Genre Perception01:32:06 A Six-Year-Old Joke01:32:53 Top Five Anticipated Games01:33:51 Excitement for GTA 601:35:10 Assassin's Creed Shadows Discussion01:37:22 Theropoft and Other Hidden Gems01:38:30 Beyond Good and Evil 2 Speculations01:39:47 Powerhoof's The Drifter01:40:10 Perfect Tides 2 and Fanfare Memories01:43:02 Indiana Jones Game Anticipation01:49:08 Deck of Haunts and Other Unique Games01:53:02 Honorable Mentions and Final Thoughts01:58:49 Closing Remarks and Contact InformationRosewater on Steam:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1226670/Rosewater/Old Skies on Steam:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1346360/Old_Skies/Follow us at: Web: adventuregamehotspot.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/ZUwXg7qwseFB: adventure Game HotspotIG: adventure_game_hotspotTwitter: @aghotspotThreads: adventure_game_hotspotMastodon: @[email protected]: @aghotspot.bsky.social#gamedeveloper #gamedev #adventuregame #indiegame

Exploring the Essence of Mystery in Adventure Games | Adventure Game Hotspot PodcastIn this episode of the Adventure Game Hotspot Podcast, Jack Allin and Joshua dive deep into the essence of mystery within adventure games. They discuss what elements make a great mystery, the balance between challenge and frustration, and how different styles of mystery games impact player experience. From small-town mysteries to historical enigmas, they cover a broad spectrum of mystery adventure games and even touch upon iconic mystery movies and books. Featuring a special mention of the game 'Murder Is Game Over: Blackened Curse,' this episode is a must-watch for any mystery and adventure game enthusiast.00:00 Banter00:28 Winter Weather Woes03:02 Mystery in Adventure Games07:05 Exploring Mystery Game Mechanics14:26 Red Herrings and Locked Door Scenarios34:31 Character-Driven Mysteries46:55 Heist Adventures48:10 Deductive Mysteries50:00 Fogtown Update52:07 Dice Roll RPGs54:19 Alien Worlds and Trapped Games55:34 Exploring Mystery Game Genres01:04:25 Top Five Mysteries in Any Medium

In this episode of the Adventure Game Hotspot podcast, Joshua Cleveland and Jack Allin dive into Rolling Stone's Top 50 Video Games of all time, sharing their thoughts, disagreements, and personal preferences. They also discuss the genesis of Adventure Game Hotspot, Jack's departure from Adventure Gamers, and share entertaining personal stories. The episode concludes with their top five favorite albums of all time. Tune in for an engaging blend of gaming insights and personal anecdotes.00:00 What the heck is going on here?02:38 Big Article Announcement02:59 Top 25 Most Anticipated Adventure Games for 202506:33 Rolling Stone's Top 50 Video Games Discussion45:45 Nostalgic Gaming Memories47:09 Debating Top Strategy Games49:00 Action Adventure Game Discussion52:47 Q&A Session Begins53:54 The Genesis of Adventure Game Hotspot01:17:42 Reflecting on Personal Stories01:25:41 Top 5 Albums of All Time01:37:42 Honorable Mentions and Closing Remarks

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

01:13 Addressing Criticism

13:39 Adventure Game Hotspot's 2024 Achievements

21:35 2024 Year in Review: Game Highlights

35:53 Disappointments of 2024

43:37 Reviewing Open Roads: A Disappointment

45:30 Alone in the Dark: A Betrayal of Expectations

48:09 The Impact of Expectations on Gaming Experience

50:11 Highlighting Top Games of 2024

55:57 Anticipated Games We Haven't Played Yet

59:01 Looking Forward to 2025 Releases

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Top 5 Favorite Media of 2024

01:23:46 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

In this episode of the Adventure Game Hotspot Joshua and Jack are joined by staff AGH staff member and prolific adventure game reviewer Johnny Nys. They discuss the recent AGH youtube video

The guys critique the list and present their own top 25 Lucasarts and LucasArts adjacent games. You may be surprised by the order.

Stay to the end because the guys each choose their favorite LucasArts INSPIRED adventure game.

The conversation covers the game's development journey, blending 2D and 3D art, homage to classic adventure games, and the challenges of securing funding. The team also delves into the importance of game endings, sharing their favorite memorable endings from movies, books, and games. Tune in for an engaging discussion on the future of adventure games and the creative process behind some iconic titles.