"Fun" and Games Podcast

Playing a video game means repeating actions and trying again. But sometimes, you end up doing a boring repetitive task over and over again. Whether to acquire resources, or to overcome a poorly balanced challenge, Fun can slow to a Grind. Matt & Geoff discuss their thoughts on grinding and its place in gaming's history and present.

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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and last son of Krypton, Sic Jake! The game he is talking about today is Superman (1987) by Kotobuki Systems and Kemco.

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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is party game designer, writer and member of the New Squidbeak Splatoon, Sam Greszes. The game he is talking about today is Splatoon 3 by Nintendo.

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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is narrator, showrunner, podcaster, film critic and ASTRA Corporation pilot, Matthew Krol. The game he is talking about today is Returnal by Housemarque & Sony Interactive Entertainment.

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We're always proud to talk about the "good" games in our history, but what about the bad ones? Are they worth remembering? Some of our favorite games are inspired by commercial failures. Matt & Geoff discuss the value of the games that have been reduced to memes and jokes by memory.

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Side Quests is back and so is host Dave Proctor! He is a game director, writer, and steam powered prospector! The game he is talking about today is SteamWorld Dig by Image & Form!

You can also find this episode's host on twitter as well as check out his upcoming game, All Systems Dance!

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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, narrative consultant, video essayist and superhero trying to save the world, Jake Steinberg. The game he is talking about today is Justice League Heroes by Snowblind Studios & Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.

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Side Quests is back and so is host Doug Lief! He is a podcaster and young boy adventuring in Slumberland! The game he is talking about today is Little Nemo: The Dream Master by Capcom.

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One of the best ways to find out about upcoming games is watching a showcase that compiles trailers and info for exciting new titles. Six One Indie has been championing a "Zero Barrier" approach to getting promising indie titles in front of a greater audience. Matt & Geoff are joined by Mike Towndrow and Kyle Stephenson to discuss what goes into a Six One Indie Showcase, and the importance of giving everyone a chance.

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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, content creator, producer, writer and Orcadian warrior, Corey Dirrig. The game he is talking about today is Senua's Saga: Hellblade II by Ninja Theory and Xbox Game Studios.

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