New Game Experience

Normally we don't stick to the news because we like to cover timeless topics that can be enjoyed whenever, however in this case we just couldn't resist. The announcement that Microsoft is acquiring Activision Blizzard King is not only a huge deal in gaming but for entertainment in general. What does this mean for the future of the industry? How does this impact Playstation? We cover this and more in this episode.

Female representation has been a hot topic in the video game industry, which for decades has been a very male centric environment. We invite Valentina Aguana to the podcast to explore this fascinating topic from different perspectives.

Often described as a harassment campaign, online movement and even culture war, this was a very impactful time for the industry. With this unfortunate situation in the rearview mirror, we look back at what happened and chat about it for your entertainment.

Just like in film, there is an independent scene in video games. Calling a game an "indie" comes with its own expectations regarding budget, art style, narrative and a very specific gameplay feel. However, sometimes the line is somewhat blurry and we find that there is a spectrum within independent experiences.

What's the difference between a remake and a remaster? Are they a tool that not only allows to preserve games but also introduce them to a whole new audience or are they cash-grabs? In this episode, we answer these questions and discuss the state of remasters and remakes in the video game industry.

Everybody has a hot take that makes them feel unique in having a specific opinion (even if that's statistically impossible). What is the worst Nintendo console? What games are overrated? We all have them, so here are ours.

One of the things that stick with us the most about our favorite games are their soundtracks. Like in films, music is used to evoke emotion, however in gaming their implementation can even go a step beyond that. Sound designers, composers and programmers come together and creatively use the tools at their disposal to create a cohesive experience where music can take many different forms and mean many different things. I am joined by fellow musicians Sebastián Parra and Carlos Berrizbeitia to discuss our favorite soundtracks and what makes them special. One very unexpected thing were the mighty Carlos Facts about many of these soundtracks, which we think you'll enjoy.

We'd love to sit here and be able to say that video game adaptations have come a long way since the days of the Super Mario Bros. Movie back in 1993, but we can't lie to ya. Most examples go from slightly negative to absolute garbage. However, it's not all bad as there are a couple of examples that could be worth your time. Why do video game makers think that they HAVE to do these adaptations? And when they do, why is it so difficult for them to get it right?

WARNING: some hot takes in this episode!

Open world games have become very common in the video game industry during the PS4/Xbox One era as the technology starts to allow more and more expansive games. However, these ever-growing worlds are mostly about quantity rather than quality, when we see the track record of companies like modern-day Ubisoft, for example. How does the beloved The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild fare in all this?

A recent Kotaku article discussing current emulators being able to run Metroid Dread made an impact on social media and major gaming podcasts. We invited friend of the show and fellow Venezuelan, Gaming en Off's Fabio Diaz to discuss the importance of emulation and our perspective as South Americans on piracy.