In this podcast we will explore stories, video games and the connection between the two. Episodes consist of game lore, games influenced by history, based on books & other media, original video game lore and interactive fiction.
Survival at it's finest. What to do if you're stranded in the woods and comparisons to the book The Hatchet
These poor kids never stood a chance with us playing. This episode we cover Until Dawn, the psychology behind the game, Native American lore behind the wendigo, and the lore that helped make the game.
Nightmare fuel, we played among the sleep and learn how games can take notes right from real life consequences
In the Hall! One of our favorite series of all time, Monster Hunter. Monster's and how the creators drew ideas from real life animals
Shadow of the Colossus, let's talk about the amazing remake, compelling story, and the many connections to Egyptian and religious mythologies.
The Trojan war. the battle of Thermopylae, and how greek mythology played a role in the God of War series
The horrors of silent hill.how they affect it's inhabitants, and a real town that was the inspiration for the hit game
The original inspiration for Dracula, pop culture and history connected to the Castlevania series. Special guest Mike from Pixel Tunes Podcast.
Aloy, robots, and the end of the world. Can't ask for a better story!
This episode we make real life comparisons with phoenix wright and the justice system. Special guests Mike and Patti Levy.
Historical connections in Bioshock from architectural design to detective agencies.
What do Harvest moon, Stardew Valley, and real life farming having in common? You're about to find out
This episode we cover Diablo 3, religion, exorcism, angels, and demons!
Technology, war, and espionage. Everything you want in a metal gear!
We talk about the story i have no mouth and i must scream and the game of the same name
Eternal Sonata the dream world of Frederick Chopin. How his life and music inspired an amazing game
Real life fallout shelters, history, pop culture compared to fallout.
Odin, Väinämöinen, Loki and more! connections between Scandinavian mythology and Skyrim
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