Why Not Game?

In this episode of the Why Not Game Podcast, Benjamin P discusses the game Persona 5. The random thoughts of the rest of the crew (DJ and Travvy Daddy) lead them to other topics such as chocolate-covered gummy bears, moving, and standardized testing. Enjoy this mid episode on a very mid podcast.

Keywords:

Persona 5, RPG, dungeon crawling, social simulation, Phantom Thieves of Heart, Metaverse, vigilantes, corrupt individuals, Persona 5, RPG, corruption, abuse of power, personal growth, Metaverse, vigilantes, turn-based combat, social simulation, Phantom Thieves, critical acclaim, spin-off games, re-release

HeartGold and SoulSilver are beloved remakes of the 1999 Pokemon Gold and Silver games. These games are considered by the Why Not Crew to be the peak of the Pokemon series. Tuen in to what our resident Pokemon Professor T-Daddy has to say about this modern-nostalgic hit.

Keywords

Pokemon, HeartGold, SoulSilver, remakes, Gold, Silver, Crystal, features, follow mechanic, second region, badges, Gen 4 Pokemon, legendary Pokemon, fan base, HeartGold, SoulSilver, Pokémon games, nostalgia, gameplay, Johto, Kanto, previous generations, features, level pacing

Summary

The Why Not Game podcast discusses the Jak and Daxter franchise, focusing on the first game, Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy. The hosts reminisce about their experiences playing the game and the impact it had on them. They talk about the gameplay, characters, and story, highlighting the shift in tone and themes in the later games of the series. The hosts also mention the legacy of Jak and Daxter and its influence on other games. The conversation covers various topics including the history of Naughty Dog, the development of Jak and Daxter, the success of Insomniac Games, the possibility of Halo becoming multi-platform, and the availability of emulators on Apple devices.

Keywords

Why Not Game podcast, Jack and Daxter, Precursor Legacy, gameplay, characters, story, tone, themes, legacy, influence, Naughty Dog, Insomniac Games, Jack and Daxter, Halo, Apple, emulators, HeartGold, SoulSilver

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

09:00 The Impact and Popularity of Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy

26:50 The Legacy of Jak and Daxter

44:24 Emulators on Apple Devices

53:09 Excitement for Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver

Welcome to an exciting episode of the Why Not Game Podcast. Join Travvy Daddy and DJ as they breakdown Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Also - what happened to Benjamin P?!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Brother's Absence

08:46 Journey to the Flower Kingdom

27:15 Positive Reviews and Sales Success

38:36 Enjoyable Music and Soundtrack

48:46 Multiplayer Options

Keywords:

Super Mario Wonder, game, Flower Kingdom, Mushroom Kingdom, gameplay mechanic, Wonder Flower, characters, abilities, bonuses, skills, positive reviews, sales, Super Mario Wonder, game, Mario franchise, platformer, power-ups, levels, soundtrack, Paper Mario, Koopalings

This week, the Crew is back to discuss Sea of Stars - a retro inspired turn-based RPG developed by Sabotage Studio. From mind blowing twists and turns to phenomenal combat, tune in to hear why The Why Not Crew is considering this one of - if not the - greatest indie ever. HEAVY SPOILERS INVOLVED!!!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

18:43 Overview of Sea of Stars

28:57 The Story of Friendship and Bonding

32:52 Unveiling the Twists and Turns of the Story

37:48 The Eternal War and Parallel Universes

48:50 Unlocking the True Ending

52:53 The Return of Garl

IN THIS EPISODE:

Sea of Stars, retro-inspired, turn-based RPG, Sabotage Studio, Super Mario RPG, Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy, positive reviews, Metacritic scores, art style, accessible gameplay, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation Plus, sales, Sea of Stars, single-player game, story, twists, friendship, bonding, unity, betrayal, cyborg, The Messenger, prequel, potential sequel, Sea of Stars, game, story, gameplay, visuals, heroes, quest, ancient evil, characters, lore, battles, true ending, side quests, RPG

Welcome back to the Why Not Game podcast. In this week’s episode the crew ranks their top 3 chicken nuggets, discusses the Video Game Hall of Fame, and even spotlights an amazing Indie game - CARTO. This is an episode you don’t want to miss so be turn the volume up and enjoy the ramblings of three guys that love gaming!

CHAPTERS

00:00

Introduction

03:00

Multiversus Returns

07:18

Ranking Chicken Nuggets

08:19

Video Game Hall of Fame

20:27

Random Discussion: Freeze Dried Candy

21:41

CARTO - the indie expedition

41:09

Upcoming Episode and Closing Remarks

We are back to talk about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. And yes, the Kingdom is Crying for Help, and who better to save it than Travie Daddy. Listen to our local Hyrule expert break down his experience with TOTK. Will he convince Benjamin P to actually play these games..? The world may never know, but you might find out when you tune in! 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Spring Break Gaming

03:39 Remembering Akira Toriyama

09:16 Mario Day Announcements

20:34 Tears of the Kingdom Gameplay

31:39 The Story of Tears of the Kingdom

56:40 Comparison to Breath of the Wild

What Up Why Not Nation! This week we are super exciting to talk about Tears of the Ki—Breath of the Wild. From being the highest selling Zelda game, to introducing some genre re-defining mechanics, tune in to hear why Travis LOVES this game, as well as why it received such high praise upon release and influenced some of your favorite modern games. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

15:48 Tears of the Kingdom: Release and Reception

24:08 Breath of the Wild Discussion

27:25 Endless Possibilities in Breath of the Wild

33:11 Early Challenges and Exploration

46:25 The Plot and Gameplay of Breath of the Wild

59:49 Final Rating and Recommendation

The Crew is back and ready to discuss the State of Games. We start by discussing the recent Pokemon Presents event, our expectations and disappointment with certain studios, and the layoffs currently impacting the games industry. This is not a typical episode but please tune in for an in depth dive into the State of Games. Back to normal next week with TEARS OF THE KINGDOM!!