It's way too hot outside, so grab your favorite frosty beverage and join the crew of Random Encounter as we try to survive the insane summer heat. We've got (more!) Final Fantasy XIV, Shiren the Wanderer, 1979 Revolution: Black Friday, some disclosure agreement talk and a little NX speculation. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros, Jesse Woo, and Stephanie Sybydlo Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

Yay, we get to finally talk about Zero Time Dilemma! But don't worry, faithful listeners, as we won't be spoiling any of the mystery for you. We've also got The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine, Tokyo Mirage Sessions, 7th Dragon and Pokemon Go to go (HA!) over, so grab a cool beverage and enjoy. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros and Mike Sollosi Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

With E3 2016 in the rear-view mirror, it's time to take a breath, drink some scotch (the preferred drink of RPGFan), and try to assess everything that happened. From Zelda to God of War to Persona 5, we've got you covered when it comes to gaming at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo. Scorpio! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros, Mike Sollosi, and Stephanie Sybydlo Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

Let's talk about our backlog a bit before the inevitable E3 hype. We've got Valkyria Chronicles HD, Romancing Saga 2, Wild Arms 3, and some Shin Megami Tensei to gush over before we try to contain our excitement for E3 2016. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros and Jesse Woo Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

We should probably focus on all of the crazy news over the past few weeks, huh? After a brief talk about the ending to Danganronpa 2 (don't worry, no spoilers), we do our best to take apart the amazing Persona 5 trailer and try to figure out just what Nintendo's up to. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen and Robert Fenner Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

Another week of way too many games to talk about, friends. We've got Bravely Second, Nioh, Severed and The Banner Saga 2, along with a number of quick thoughts on titles in our individual backlogs. But the real story here is at the end where we say goodbye to a longtime podcast member and friend. You don't want to miss it! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Mike Sollosi and Jesse Woo Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

Quick, get in the car! No time to explain! We have to breakdown the most recent Final Fantasy XV announcements, talk about why we're not covering Hyper Light Drifter, complain about coop problems in Moon Hunters, and give some final thoughts on Dark Souls III. Grab your leather jacket and let's roll! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros and John Tucker Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

Time to sharpen your swords and drink some caffeine to help your reflexes, friends. We've got Salt and Sanctuary and Dark Souls III to test your might, some Steins;Gate to properly investigate, Norn9 to pursue, and Zero Time Dilemma news to gush over. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros and Robert Fenner Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

Spring is just around the corner, and we're starting to get excited for all the potential news and rumors that start this time of year right before E3. We've got a Nintendo Direct to dissect, some Fire Emblem to gush over, PoPoLoCrois to discover, and The Division to... devise? I've got nothing, folks! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros and Michael Sollosi Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]

No time to dawdle, there's games to talk about! We've got Firewatch, XCOM 2, Project Setsuna, and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth. Oh, and we really need to talk about the Fallout 4 DLC plans and lament the closing of GameTrailers. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Caitlin Argyros and John Tucker Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: [email protected]