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This week, Jordan and Ashe had big plans and long lists of games to cover, but none of that matters because they accidentally spent an hour talking about Darkest Dungeon. So, welcome to the unplanned Darkest Dungeon Deep Dive! Say that five times fast. Very light spoilers for Our Flag Means Death ~50 minutes Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod - https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3438-bit-quest All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/June 8, 2021
This week we're grappling with our own mortality as we fight our way through life, afterlife, and impossibly petty god-like deities. Along the way, Ashe disappoints some aliens and Jordan misses a key piece of narrative exposition. Media Mentioned: Tender: Creature Comforts Antidawn by Burial Steamworld Dig Disney's Encanto Immortals: Fenyx Rising Death's Door Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod - https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3438-bit-quest All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ June 8, 2021
Ashe and Jordan construct their game of the year pool from a list of games that absolutely did not come out this year. Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
Marx interviews Kamala Kara about Friendship Effort Victory, a game based on shounen battle manga and anime.This week's sponsor is Alan Tucker, whose multiverse 5e setting The Eye of Everywhere is on Kickstarter now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Kamala Kara on TwitterNewsletter signup for Friendship Effort VictoryFriendship Effort Victory playtest blogAdam on Twitter / Thairyn on TwitterThese Flimsy Rituals official websiteFurtive Shambles on ItchioIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Jay Dragon about Sleepaway, Wanderhome, and Yazeba's Bed & Breakfast.This week's sponsor is Alan Tucker, whose multiverse 5e setting The Eye of Everywhere is on Kickstarter now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi jay Dragon on TwitterPossum Creek Games official websitePossum Creek Games on ItchioAdam on Twitter / Thairyn on TwitterThese Flimsy Rituals official websiteFurtive Shambles on ItchioIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews David Blandy about Babel, Brighthelm, Lost Eons, and about TTRPGs as an artform.This week's sponsor is Tanya Floaker whose game Be Seeing You is on Kickstarter now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi David Blandy on TwitterDavid Blandy on InstagramDavid Blandy on ItchioDavid Blandy official websitejay Dragon on TwitterPossum Creek Games official websiteIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Samantha Leigh about Anamnesis, a game about memory loss, and about how to use TikTok to spread indie TTRPG hype. This week's sponsor is Laurie O'Connel whose Lancer adventure Stolen Crown is on Kickstarter now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Sam Leigh on TwitterSam Leigh on TikTokBlinking Birch Games on ItchioDavid Blandy on TwitterDavid Blandy official websiteIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
A special announcement about Yes Indie'd Pod's attendance of AireCon, an analog gaming festival in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, taking place March 11-13 2022.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Amber, also known as The Space Jamber, about indie TTRPG editing, promotion, and marketing.This week's sponsor is Sean Patrick Cain whose game LONG HAUL 1983 is available at shop.seanpatrickcain.com.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Amber on TwitterAmber official websiteSam Leigh on TwitterSam Leigh on TikTokIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Zoe of Sprita Studios about The Lingering, a game of unfinished business and loss, and Cerulean Springs, a game about transformation in a cyber-fantasy future.This week's sponsor is Logan Timmins, whose autobiographical game LOGAN is crowdfunding on Itch right now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Sprita Studios on TwitterSprita Studios on TwitchAmber Logsdon on TwitterAmber Logsdon official websiteIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Senda Linaugh and Phil Vecchione about Panda's Talking Games, a GM, player, and designer advice and discussion show..This week's sponsor is Logan Timmins, whose autobiographical game LOGAN is crowdfunding on Itch right now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Panda's Talking Games on TwitterMisdirected Mark official websiteSenda Linaugh on TwitterPhil Vecchione on TwitterAll music from filmmusic.io • “The Show Must Be Go” and "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Jeffrey Hayes about Haunted Hill Academy, a one-on-one Fate-based game about growing up in a haunted boarding school.This week's sponsor is Logan Timmins, whose autobiographical game LOGAN is crowdfunding on Itch right now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Jeffrey Hayes on TwitterHaunted Hill Academy on TwitterCritical Growth Games on TwitterCritical Growth Games official websiteParty of One official websiteAnyone Can Wear The Mask on ItchioJariel / Zoe on TwitterGatecrasher Network BlogIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
INTRO: "Bit Quest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/The last two months were filled with celebrations and evacuations of our stomachs. Its been a rough ride, but we're here with you now! It's time for us to talk again while our children are (hopefully) asleep! In this episode we discuss:What makes a "crazy nut"Anniversary ReviewTop GolfContainer Store shenanigansLauren can do ASMRLauren's dark book secretDemon Slayer movie - Slight SpoilersWhat to do when we dieGray understands death and Bussin' Bussin'White Trash Food ReviewParenting fails with stomach bugsRecent model kit reviews with PhilDoroHeDoroSuprise! It's Banjo-Kazooie on Switch!1000 downloadsFat Daddy FallAsk Alexa about some juicy farts
Marx interviews Rich Rogers about +1 Forward, an interview and showcase podcast focused on all things Powered by the Apocalypse.This week's sponsor is Logan Timmins, whose autobiographical game LOGAN is crowdfunding on Itch right now!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi +1 Forward on Twitter+1 Forward official websitePanda's Talking Games on TwitterMisdirected Mark official websiteSenda Linaugh on TwitterPhil Vecchione on TwitterAll music from filmmusic.io • “The Show Must Be Go” and "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Jeff Stormer about his podcasts Party of One and All My Fantasy Children, his supers game Anyone Can Wear The Mask, and his thoughts on being an institution for the indie scene.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Jeff Stormer on TwitterJeff Stormer official websiteAnyone Can Wear The Mask on ItchioJeffrey Hayes on TwitterCritical Growth Games official websiteIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Nathan Magnuski about the Pod of Blunders, an electic and hilarious indie TTRPG interview and actual play podcast.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Pod of Blunders on TwitterPod of Blunders official website+1 Forward on Twitter+1 Forward official websiteAll music from filmmusic.io • “The Show Must Be Go” and "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Dominique Dickey and CJ Linton about Tomorrow on Revelation III, a game about community and survival in a sci-fi capitalist hellscape.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Dominique Dickey on TwitterDominique Dickey on ItchioCJ Linton on TwitterCJ Linton on ItchioPreorders for Tomorrow on Revelation III on BackerkitJeff Stormer on TwitterParty of One official websiteAnyone Can Wear The Mask on ItchioIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
INTRO: "Bit Quest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/The month of June was wild with a whole vacation and other events, so we're coming to you on the 4th of July! Celebrate America and another episode of us, with you! It's time for us to talk again while our children are (hopefully) asleep! In this episode we discuss:Vacation to the beachGoogle is a narcOur vacation goals for this tripLauren would abandon her family if sucked through a portalTrying to find a book for PhilPhil wants to marry a PokemonLauren's latest mangaSonic 30th Anniversary OrchestraPhil hides his emotions from Lauren Gray raged in games for the first timeDead frogs and hurt turtlesEverything is named HotshotJuly 4th eventsLatest books and modelsNo emails still
Marx interviews Luke of Games from the Wild Wood about Feelings First, Grand Guignol, and about being a professional GM for children.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteYes Indie'd Pod PatreonDonate via Ko-Fi Luke on TwitterFeelings First on TwitterGames from the Wild Wood on ItchioDominique Dickey on TwitterCJ Linton on TwitterTomorrow on Revelation III on KickstarterIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews James Chip about A Wood Heart, sustainability in TTRPGs, open source layout software, and Equa, the esoteric RPG.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi James Chip on TwitterJames Chip on ItchioJames Chip official websiteLuke on TwitterGames from the Wild Wood on ItchioFeelings First on TwitterIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
On this episode it's royalty, remakes, and wrenches. Jordan fails to start a cult. Ashe makes room in their heart for a mean blonde boy with a big sword. Games Discussed: Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion Moving Out Cultist Simulator Crusader Kings 3 Final Fantasy VII Remake Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
Marx interviews James D'Amato about One Shot, Campaign: Skyjacks, and the Ultimate RPG Game Master's Worldbuilding Guide.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi James D'Amato on TwitterThe Ultimate RPG Game Master's Worldbuilding GuideSkyjacks: Courier's Call Season 2 on KickstarterJames Chip on TwitterJames Chip on ItchioJames Chip official websiteIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
INTRO: "Bit Quest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/You didn't think we'd skip May did you? Of course not! You've been waiting, and here we are at the last moment with a whole new episode for you. You doing ok? It's time for us to talk again while our children are (hopefully) asleep! In this episode we discuss:Our updated "set"Three-year-olds playing soccerWe follow FCC guidelines on this podcast, dang it.Sleep training LeviGunpla built since last timeAnime roundup from our youthGray started a new schoolShadow and Bone on NetflixFinal Fantasy FavoritesGray's birthdayThoughts on Mortal KombatNo new emails. Y'all okay out there?
Marx interviews Waks Karanduun, Gubat Banwa, and what it's like making games in languages that aren't English.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Waks on TwitterWaks on ItchioWaks's commissions CarrdJames D'Amato on TwitterSkyjacks: Courier's Call Season 2 on KickstarterOutro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) • Intro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Sin about Navathem's End, making radical art in the Philippines, and scene-level solidarity and uplift.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Sin on TwitterSin on PatreonSin's commissions CarrdSin on ItchioWaks on TwitterWaks on ItchioWaks's commissions CarrdOutro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) • Intro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Jordan and Ashe try to riddle out how much their opinion of Bastion has been reshaped by Hades--for better and worse. Links: In-Depth: Writing Bastion by Supergiant Games Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
Marx interviews Jammi about Apocalypse Keys, Once More Into The Void, The Gauntlet, and colonial narratives in RPGSEA game design spaces.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Jammi on TwitterJammi on ItchioOnce More Into The Void on KickstarterSin on TwitterDiwata ng Manila CarrdOutro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) • Intro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
We're taking to the seas and skies on this episode of Dodge Button! Jordan goes fishing in intergalactic waters while Ashe ferries souls into the afterlife (and does some sick fushigi tricks while they're at it). Games discussed: Heaven's Vault Intergalactic Fishing Spiritfarer Factorio Going Under: Internships are Heck Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
Marx interviews Maria about Archangel Dating Simulator, emotional content in games, play as art and art as play, and Duel Natures, a game about the duelling parts of Avatar The Last Airbender.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Maria on Twitter Maria on ItchioJammi on TwitterJammi on ItchioOutro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) • Intro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
In their most chaotic episode yet, Ashe and Jordan solve the greatest mystery of all: are they truly too dumb to disco? Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
Marx interviews Momatoes about the Across RPGSEA project, and about ARC, a game where you literally countdown to the apocalypse.This week's sponsor: Aether Operations from World Champ Game Co, and, Floating Chair Club, a store focused on small-run, limited, vintage, special edition, found at a garage sale, from my personal collection, or just regularly available. Use the code INDIE for 10% off!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Momatoes on TwitterMomatoes official websiteAcross RPGSEA official websiteMaria on TwitterMaria on ItchioOutro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) • Intro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
It's all about communication and calculation in this week's episode. While Jordan builds armies and conquers kingdoms, Ashe digs deep into the connections we make when the war is over. Games Mentioned: TIS-100 Signs of the Sojourner Dominions 4 Heaven Will Be Mine Rogue Legacy 2 Graveyard Keeper How 'Signs of the Sojourner' Tries to Rethink the Video Game Dialogue Tree by Patrick Klepek The writer of Heaven Will Be Mine on how she made 2018's most interesting game by Alice Bell Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
INTRO: "Bit Quest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/We're in that season of life where we're still acclimating to two kids, and trying to find sleep for ourselves. Are we still sane, or have we lost our senses and understanding of what makes gravy? It’s time for us to talk again while our children are (hopefully) asleep! In this episode we discuss:Calendars are importantWe gush over Teen Titans Go!Eiffel65 has a new fanNeighbors hunting humansOur song choices for GraysonBlippiWhy did Spider-Man say "Damn it"?Monster Hunter Rise quick reviewGravy contentsLevi teethingPhil's birthdayLauren saw Phil cry for the first timePhil got heatedLauren's reading updatesWe learn more about cults!Jujutsu KaisenEmail!
Marx interviews Jay Stilipec about Better Backstories, a modular deck of cards providing prompts for character backstories and much, much more.This week's sponsor: Aether Operations from World Champ Game Co, and, Floating Chair Club, a store focused on small-run, limited, vintage, special edition, found at a garage sale, from my personal collection, or just regularly available. Use the code INDIE for 10% off!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Better Backstories on TwitterBetter Backstories official websiteMomatoes on TwitterAcross RPGSEA official websiteIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Filip of Ordoalea Publishing about Domains Horror roleplaying game, alternatives to Kickstarter, and the cultural and linguistic differences between approaches to roleplaying games in Croatia and the Anglophone sphere.This week's sponsor: Aether Operations from World Champ Game Co, and, Floating Chair Club, a store focused on small-run, limited, vintage, special edition, found at a garage sale, from my personal collection, or just regularly available. Use the code INDIE for 10% off!Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Ordoalea Publishing on TwitterOrdoalea Publishing on ItchioBetter Backstories official websiteIntro music by Jemma Hooper • Outro music and interstitials from filmmusic.io • "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) • License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
This week we're going rogue(like) with a lineup full of thought-provoking puzzlers and tough-as-nails combat mechanics. Games Mentioned: Uncharted: Drake's Fortune Curious Expedition Dicey Dungeons Automachef Hyperlight Drifter Children of Morta Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
This week we dig deep into the mysteries of The Oldest House in Remedy's 2019 hit, Control. We talk about quest structure, gameplay, and most importantly: vibes. Show Notes: "Remedy's Control is built on concrete foundations" by Ewan Wilson "Control on console is brilliant - as long as you play on the right hardware" by John Linneman The SCP Wiki Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin Macleod All music used is licensed under the Creative Commons 4.0 License
Marx interviews Edoardo of Nuclear Manatee about Little Katy's Tea Party, a tea-sipping game where you play imaginary friends trying to find out what happened to Katy, who they were supposed to protect.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi NuclearManatee on TwitterNuclearManatee on ItchioLittle Katy's Tea Party on KickstarterIntro/Outro music: Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod (License) • Interstitials: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod (License)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Logan Jenkins about I'm Sure You're All Wondering Why I've Gathered You Here This Evening, a game inspired by Agatha Christie novels where 12 guests are invited to a mansion and told that the single person who survives until dawn inherits everything.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Logan Jenkins on TwitterVery Random Encounters on TwitterI'm Sure You're All Wondering Why I've Gathered You Here This Evening on KickstarterIntro/Outro music: Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod (License) • Interstitials: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod (License)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Craig about Project Cassandra, a game about Cold War psychic agents trying to stop a cataclysmic event of their own prophecy.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Craig on TwitterLunar Shadow Designs on ItchioProject Cassandra on KickstarterIntro/Outro music: Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod (License) • Interstitials: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod (License)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Alex Rinehart about Gratitude: A Horror Game, a game founded in cosmic and body horror where you try to find out what in your life you're most grateful for.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Alex Rinehart on TwitterAlex Rinehart on ItchioThe Hartland Discord serverGratitude: A Horror Game on KickstarterIntro/Outro music: Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod (License) • Interstitials: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod (License)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Richard about Twill's Twist Points, a system to bring archetypical locations to life in your fantasy roleplaying games.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Richard on TwitterAcademy of Adventures official websiteOwlbear Soup on TwitchTwill's Twist Points on KickstarterIntro/Outro music: Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod (License) • Interstitials: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod (License)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
Marx interviews Alf Peter Mälmberg about Bloodfeud, a game based on Icelandic sagas about toxic masculinity, power and Vikings.Yes Indie'd Pod on TwitterYes Indie'd Pod websiteDonate via Ko-Fi Bläckfisk Publishing on TwitterBläckfisk Publishing official websiteBloodfeud on KickstarterIntro/Outro music: Take a Chance by Kevin MacLeod (License) • Interstitials: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod (License)Support the show (https://www.ko-fi.com/yesindiedpod)
This week we're putting the "old" in cheap, old, and indie with some blasts from the past. Jordan makes some morally questionable leadership decisions and Ashe checks the GameFAQs. Games discussed: My Time at Portia Concrete Genie The Pathless Final Fantasy XII Frostpunk Carrion Thumper Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
This week we take a closer look at Supergiant's 2014 title, Transistor. We talk about the places where it sticks and the places where it sings (literally), and we tackle the most important question: can you pet that dog? Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
It's crunch, cowboys, and conspiracies on this week's episode of the Dodge Button podcast. Jordan gushes about samurai, Ashe overcomplicates a murder mystery or two, and our cats make several guest appearances. Show Notes "Inside Rockstar Game's Culture of Crunch" by Jason Schreier "How the West was Digitized" by Harold Goldberg "The Tragedy and Mystery of the 'Best Game of the Decade'" by Laura Hudson "The Secret To The Success Of Bastion, Pyre, And Hades: No Forced Crunch, Yes Forced Vacations" Games discussed: The Pathless Red Dead Redemption 2 Erica Sayonara Wild Hearts Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Kentucky Route Zero Paradise Killer Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
This week, we deep dive into Supergiant's 2017 title, Pyre, and discuss the ways that it masterfully juggles the themes of faith, freedom, and found family. Minor spoilers starting at 12 minutes, Major spoilers starting at 35 minutes, End of game spoilers starting at 45 minutes. "'Pyre' Sees Exploitation Where Sports Meet Faith" by Rob Zacny Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
On this episode, we check in to see what other games we've been playing in our lead-up to our end of month Pyre episode. Ashe dunks on a couple AAAs, Jordan has some profound thoughts about Pinball, and we embarrass ourselves trying to talk about Norse mythology. Games discussed: Adr1ft FF7 Remake (Demo) Mirror's Edge Catalyst Assassin's Creed: Origins Pinball FX3 Mordheim: City of the Damned Animal Crossing Jøtun Our theme song is "Bit Quest" by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 License.
In this episode we talk about The Flame In The Flood, a game by The Molasses Flood. We also finally have an email (dodgebuttonpod@gmail.com) where you can reach us with any comments or questions. Be sure to check out the Vice Gaming article we talk about here. Our intro music this week is: Still Pickin by Kevin MacLeod Our theme song is: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license
In our first episode, we chat about the games we've been bouncing between and dunk on the PS+ games for November Our theme song is: Bit Quest by Kevin MacLeod All music is used under the Creative Commons 4.0 license