In this premier episode of the Nerd Forensics Podcast,  hosts Gabriel Hesch and Sam Hobbs-  two computer programmers  with a passion for video game user experiences discuss take a forensics approach to analyzing the Legend of Zelda and the Final Fantasy video game series.   Gabe and Sam are especially fascinated by programmatic game design choices (such as combat/controller design mechanics) but also artistic choices such the overall lore of the games (including elements of story, character arcs, costume/character design, music, and more).  

Join Gabe and Sam for a deep dive forensic look at two of the most famous Adventure/RPG games of all time:  The Legend of Zelda and Final Fantasy.  Part 1 of this series focuses on the development of the Lore of the two series-  specifically the two villains Ganon of the Legend of Zelda and Ardyn Izunia of Final Fantasy XV.