Dodge Button Podcast

Dodge Button Podcast

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Dodge Button Podcast episodes

  • Asimov's 5th Law of Kitchen Robotics
    This week we're going rogue(like) with a lineup full of thought-provoking puzzlers and tough-as-nails combat mechanics.
    Games Mentioned:
    Uncharted: Drake's Fortune
    Curious Expedition
    Dicey Dungeons
    Automachef
    Hyperlight Drifter
    Children of Morta
    Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod
    All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
    1 hr 9 min
  • Control: Not Exactly OSHA Approved

    This week we dig deep into the mysteries of The Oldest House in Remedy's 2019 hit, Control. We talk about quest structure, gameplay, and most importantly: vibes.

    Show Notes:

    • "Remedy's Control is built on concrete foundations" by Ewan Wilson
    • "Control on console is brilliant - as long as you play on the right hardware" by John Linneman
    • The SCP Wiki

      • Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin Macleod

      All music used is licensed under the Creative Commons 4.0 License

      1 hr 19 min
    • What Came First, the Chicken or the GameFAQs?

      This week we're putting the "old" in cheap, old, and indie with some blasts from the past. Jordan makes some morally questionable leadership decisions and Ashe checks the GameFAQs.

      Games discussed: 

      • My Time at Portia 
      • Concrete Genie 
      • The Pathless 
      • Final Fantasy XII 
      • Frostpunk 
      • Carrion 
      • Thumper

        • Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod

        All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license

        1 hr 27 min
      • Transistor: That's My Dead Boyfriend

        This week we take a closer look at Supergiant's 2014 title, Transistor. We talk about the places where it sticks and the places where it sings (literally), and we tackle the most important question: can you pet that dog?


        Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod

        All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license

        49 min
      • Panning For NES Games Down In The River

        It's crunch, cowboys, and conspiracies on this week's episode of the Dodge Button podcast. Jordan gushes about samurai, Ashe overcomplicates a murder mystery or two, and our cats make several guest appearances.

        Show Notes

        "Inside Rockstar Game's Culture of Crunch" by Jason Schreier 

        "How the West was Digitized" by Harold Goldberg

        "The Tragedy and Mystery of the 'Best Game of the Decade'" by Laura Hudson 

        "The Secret To The Success Of Bastion, Pyre, And Hades: No Forced Crunch, Yes Forced Vacations"

        Games discussed: 

        • The Pathless 
        • Red Dead Redemption 2 
        • Erica 
        • Sayonara Wild Hearts 
        • Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice 
        • Kentucky Route Zero 
        • Paradise Killer  

          • Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod

          All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license

          1 hr 21 min
        • Pyre: Magic Basketball

          This week, we deep dive into Supergiant's 2017 title, Pyre, and discuss the ways that it masterfully juggles the themes of faith, freedom, and found family.   Minor spoilers starting at 12 minutes, Major spoilers starting at 35 minutes, End of game spoilers starting at 45 minutes.

          • "'Pyre' Sees Exploitation Where Sports Meet Faith" by Rob Zacny


            • Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod

            All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license

            1 hr 32 min
          • The Siren Song of Pinball

            On this episode, we check in to see what other games we've been playing in our lead-up to our end of month Pyre episode. Ashe dunks on a couple AAAs, Jordan has some profound thoughts about Pinball, and we embarrass ourselves trying to talk about Norse mythology.

            Games discussed:

            Adr1ft
            FF7 Remake (Demo)
            Mirror's Edge Catalyst
            Assassin's Creed: Origins
            Pinball FX3
            Mordheim: City of the Damned
            Animal Crossing
            Jøtun


            Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod

            All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 License.

            59 min
          • Flame in the Flood: Oops, We Love Banjos

            In this episode we talk about The Flame In The Flood, a game by The Molasses Flood. We also finally have an email ([email protected]) where you can reach us with any comments or questions. Be sure to check out the Vice Gaming article we talk about here.

            Our intro music this week is:

            Still Pickin by Kevin MacLeod

            Our theme song is:

            Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod

            All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license

            54 min
          • Holy Shit, You're A Vampire?!

            In our first episode, we chat about the games we've been bouncing between and dunk on the PS+ games for November

            Our theme song is:

            Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod

            All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license

            46 min

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