Episode 52 blasts into orbit with another packed week of indie game discoveries, homebrew highlights, and retro gaming goodness!

Jeff and Xander unbox the brand-new Game Boy homebrew Cosmo Knight Zion and finally crack the code on the mysterious Discord game tease that had everyone guessing.

In this week’s New & Noteworthy, the crew previews must-see indie gems including Shadow of the Orient, Seafrog, Hirogami, Quetzal’s Call, JETRUNNER, Adventure of Samsara (Metroidvania fans, this one’s for you!), and Nikoderiko: The Magical World – Director’s Edition.

Aftermarket & Homebrew Highlights:

• END (NES via Kickstarter)

• CopperStorm (SNES, Neo Geo, Mega Drive)

• The Nyanja! (PC Engine by Saru)

• Echoes of the Unread (NES – NESDEV Compo)

Homebrew Legacy Title: Habit! – a cult favorite with two rare physical editions!

Whether you’re into modern indie releases, retro console homebrews, or Kickstarter game projects, this episode delivers a power-packed mix of insight, nostalgia, and discovery.

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