Electronic Game Fair: A Let’s Play Podcast

This month we played a sample platter of Jeff's favorite genre to finally understand the appeal of this long-running genre. Sick soundtracks, lots of bullets, and powerups galore await as we get into 3 of the genre's best. (00:00:25) Intro (00:01:39) Jeff (00:09:39) Big Mo (00:33:51) JJ (00:55:44) SHMUPs intro (01:00:50) Blazing Lazers (01:08:58) Lords of Thunder (01:12:34) Mushihimesama (01:20:28) Game Ranking (01:25:44) Game Selection Next Month's Game: Kingdom Hearts II Follow us on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ Email us at [email protected] Join our ⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram

This month, we cover possibly the greatest mech game ever made (?) Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon. Was this episode originally supposed to be timed with the release of the game somewhat, yes, but so glad we played it and got into this previously arcane series at the best time. (00:00:31) Intro (00:02:01) JJ (00:18:45) Jeff (00:27:18) Big Mo (00:43:29) Armored Core (01:08:47) Game Ranking (01:13:05) Game Selection Next Month's Game: SHMUP Grab Bag (Blazing Lazers, Lords of Thunder, and Mushihimesama) Follow us on ⁠Twitter⁠ Email us at [email protected] Join our ⁠Discord⁠ Follow us on ⁠Instagram

We've emerged from our long slumber, and what better way to kick things back off with an incredibly delayed GOTY 2023 episode. We finally give games we played up to 18 months ago their flowers, and we give our top 10s from an absolute banger past year, too. A programming note: we are back from hiatus, and do have our next 2 episodes in the hopper. We recorded a bit out of order, so excuse any continuity errors in here, but here's our upcoming schedule for those who forgot: Next month: Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon July: SHMUP Grab Bag - Blazing Lasers, Lords of Thunder, and Mushihimesama (never announced on an episode, not gonna lie we got too intimidated by Dwarf Fortress) August: Kingdom Hearts II Follow us on ⁠Twitter⁠ Email us at [email protected] Join our ⁠Discord⁠ Follow us on ⁠Instagram

It's been a while, but we're back with an episode on the N64 action platformer Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon. We find plenty to enjoy in the game's unique sense of humor and hefty technical achievements. Before that though, we've got a hefty segment of other games we've been playing, featuring Tears of the Kingdom spoiler talk, a shocking twist from Eric, and a very special guest! Next Episode: Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Follow us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Join our Discord Follow us on Instagram (00:00:27) Intro (00:01:29) Eric (00:06:36) Big Mo (00:43:01) JJ (01:00:41) Jeff (01:18:02) Eric Part 2 (01:24:39) Goemon (01:44:44) Final Thoughts (01:46:00) Ranking (01:52:19) Game Selection (02:02:51) Outro

This month we played the 2020 indie RPG Omori, and definitely had some feelings about its combat, dark plot beats, and unique setting. On top of that, it's been months since we recorded an episode, so we have a TON of other games to talk about at the top of the show. Content warning for self-harm, suicide, and depression. (00:00) Intro (01:39) What Eric's Been Playing (03:23) What Big Mo's Been Playing (27:21) What JJ's Been Playing (54:51) What Jeff's Been Playing (01:30:27) Omori discussion begins (01:55:00) Omori final thoughts and ranking (02:00:14) Eric's Next Game (02:08:33) Outro Nest Month's Game: Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon for the N64 Follow us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Join our Discord Follow us on Instagram

All aboard for this month's episode on the Nintendo Switch train line simulator Densha de Go! Hashiro Yamanote Line. Ride the rails with us as we discuss the ridiculous optional controllers, navigating Japanese menu screens, and pleasing all our rail fans by tooting our horn. It's a weird one, folks! Next month: Omori for the Nintendo Switch and PC Follow us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Join our Discord Follow us on Instagram

Our game this month is The Missing: JJ Macfield and the Island of Memories, the 2018 puzzle platformer from Japanese indie designer Swery65. The game mixs lots of heady topics in its narrative with an unusual style of gameplay, but do the 2 halves add up to a satisfying whole? Content warning for self-harm, suicide, and transphobia. Next month's game: Densha de Go! Hashiro Yamanote Line for the Nintendo Switch Follow us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Join our Discord Follow us on Instagram

This month we discuss Live A Live, a beloved SNES RPG with ideas far ahead of its time. We all played the 2022 Switch remake, and have thoughts on its unique gameplay structure, new art style, and some questionable voice acting. Next month: JJ Macfield and the Island of Memories Follow us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Join our Discord Follow us on Instagram

It's time to talk about our favorite games we played in 2022! But first we take some time to introduce you to each of our personal canons, the games we think really define our tastes throughout the years. Join us for our longest {and most personal) episode to date. A programming note: We've got our JJ Macfield and Densha De Go episodes in the can, but due to scheduling haven't recorded Live A Live yet, so the next couple episodes might come out in a shuffled order. It'll be a fun surprise!  Follow us on Twitter Email us at [email protected] Join our Discord Follow us on Instagram

Some of us tried to go outside to fully experience the Konami GBA cult classic Boktai, but thanks to the wonders of modern technology, most of us didn't have to leave the house. Does the sun sensor really add anything to this stealth action game, and how much secret Kojima is actually in here? We found out this month. Next episode: Live A Live for the SNES/Switch Email us at [email protected] https://www.twitter.com/gamefairpodcast Discord