This week is our DQB2 deep dive on bosses, and surprisingly, this is a part of the game that didn't hold up as well. At least to our memories. While Austin still has things to say about Moonbrooke (who'd have thought!?), BJ doesn't even remember some of the bosses existed. But he doesn't remember half of anything anyway, so how is that different from normal? Enjoy!
Sep 13, 2024•28 min•Season 6Ep. 28
This week, we're unable to record because life, so here's the DQB2 original playthrough episode where Austin felt like he was in hell. Enjoy! We know he sure didn't! -- Don't miss our Patron-exclusive minisodes at patreon.com/dragonquestfm This will be our final episode (for now) on the wonderful Dragon Quest Builders 2 ! If you haven’t listened to our previous two episodes about the game, be sure to check those out (episodes (9 and 10). Today, we’re talking about the final parts of the game an...
Sep 06, 2024•46 min
This week, it's part 2 of our Deep Dive into Dragon Quest Builders 2 where we discuss what we love about the locations and why Austin hates Moonbrook so very very very much. We also talk about Bluey, so there's that.
Aug 30, 2024•29 min•Season 6Ep. 26
This week, we're kicking off our Deep Dive into Dragon Quest Builders 2 by discussing some of its most memorable characters, some fun facts about the game, and how memorable playing it back in 2019 was. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Aug 23, 2024•32 min•Season 16Ep. 25
This week, we're finishing up our DQ6 deep dive, and talking about vocations and monsters. Austin talks about flying on a bed, watching Little Nemo, and being scared of children's cartoons (and Beej doesn't judge because he is, too.) You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Aug 16, 2024•26 min
This week, we're catching up about GenCon and that leads to a discussion on TTRPGs and (mostly) card games. We talk about Pokémon, MTG, and Disney Lorcana - as well as the Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest card games we have, plus some stuff about Dragonsbane, the LOTR card game, D&D, and a whole lot more. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Aug 09, 2024•36 min•Season 6Ep. 23
This week, B.J. is headed to GenCon so we discuss the games there. Plus, track him down if you're going and get a Dragon Quest FM sticker!
Jul 26, 2024•22 min•Season 6Ep. 22
This week, we're chatting about the bosses and villains in DQ6. From a dude named Garrett to a super boss and everything in-between, we try to mention our favorite bosses - and some of yours, too. Thanks to everyone who sent us their favorite fight! You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Jul 19, 2024•41 min•Season 6Ep. 21
We're continuing our deep dive into Dragon Quest VI this week, discussing characters and the main DQ6 cast. Some spoilers are in this episode. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM Check out Magic Mind with code DragonLT20 at magicmind.com
Jul 05, 2024•42 min•Season 6Ep. 20
This week, we're chatting about all the latest DQ3 remake news, the collector's edition, the quality-of-life improvements, and a whole lot more. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM Visit Magicmind.com/DragonLT20 to get up to 48% off your first order!
Jun 28, 2024•30 min•Season 6Ep. 19
This week, we're celebrating 5 years as a podcast with a special Q&A from our listeners. We talk about DQ a lot, but also touch on questions about old wooden ships and favorite sandwiches. Plus, our favorite moments from the last five years and a whole lot more. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Jun 21, 2024•50 min•Season 6Ep. 18
It's the first episode of our Dragon Quest 6 deep dive! This week, we're talking about the development and history of the game. Plus, which platform is best to play it on and which we'd recommend the most (they're actually different answers for a very good reason). You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Jun 07, 2024•36 min•Season 6Ep. 17
This week we're chatting about the announcements (or lack thereof) from Dragon Quest Day 2024. Plus, SNES game collections, DQ3 remake leaks and rumors, and a solid two minutes about mayonnaise jars. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
May 31, 2024•28 min•Season 6Ep. 16
This week, we're back with our annual Dragon Quest Day predictions and hopes for 2024. We want merch! We want DQ12 updates! We want a DQ3 remake release date! We want a lot of things but kind of expect nothing (always best to be cautious, right?). Plus, Dragon Quest baseball caps! You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
May 24, 2024•29 min•Season 6Ep. 15
This week, we've got one of our classic episodes pulled from our History of DQ deep dive. We discuss the release of Dragon Quest III and how it became such a cultural phenomenon in Japan - and how its legacy still lives on today. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
May 17, 2024•34 min•Season 6Ep. 14
This week, we have some fun with DQFM Bingo sent in by a listener. Then we discuss the latest DQ12 News, some Square Enix things that may affect DQ3 remake, and what the heck is going on with DQ lately?
May 03, 2024•29 min•Season 6Ep. 13
This week, Austin is giving his honest review of Sand Land, which he played on PS5, to B.J. and you guys. The only spoilers are some minimal ones from the manga. No spoilers on the new content.
Apr 26, 2024•39 min•Season 6Ep. 12
This week, we're going over our Dragon Quest Bucket Lists - DQ-related things we want to do before we die. In this patron-requested episode, we talk about finishing DQ10, visiting DQ Island, collecting slimes, and...Barbara Walters??? You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Apr 19, 2024•29 min•Season 6Ep. 11
It's the supercut of all 6 episodes of our Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince coverage, plus Austin's Postgame minisode at the end. Over three and a half hours! You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Apr 12, 2024•3 hr 37 min•Season 6Ep. 10
This week, we're discussing Dragon Quest games getting the FF7 Remake treatment. We discuss which games deserve remakes the most, and which ones might best fit the FF7R kind of format. Thanks to our Patreon patron Ty for the idea!
Apr 05, 2024•31 min•Season 6Ep. 9
This week, a conversation on hoarding herbs and being frugal with gold in Dragon Quest 6 kicks off a discussion on tons of things, like X-Men comics and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. Plus, stuff on FFXIV: Dawntrail, FF7 Rebirth, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, and LEGOs.
Mar 29, 2024•31 min•Season 6Ep. 8
This week, Austin and B.J. are finally able to catch up with what they've been doing lately. We kick things off talking about the Sand Land demo, then pivot to us both playing FF7 Rebirth, and why we're both really just playing Dragon Quest 6 instead (or replaying, in Austin's case). You can support this podcast on Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Mar 22, 2024•30 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Akira Toriyama sadly passed away last week, so this week we're taking the time to celebrate his life and work, plus sharing other people's stories about him and what his work meant to them. Thank you to everyone who sent us something!
Mar 15, 2024•30 min•Season 6Ep. 6
This week, it's a special episode of DQFM where Austin recounts his friend Wade, the guy who got him into RPGs back in the '90s and who sadly passed away. From FF7 to DQ8 and Xenosaga, there's a bunch of games mentioned in this episode that will be sure to get your nostalgia bones tingling. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Mar 08, 2024•25 min•Season 6Ep. 5
In this week's episode, DQ Tact is no more but Majelly will live forever in our hearts. Plus, discussing the best characters in Dragon Quest spin-offs, like Malroth from DQ Builders 2 and Healix in the Heroes games. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/DragonQuestFM
Mar 01, 2024•22 min•Season 6Ep. 4
This week, we're chatting about the Nintendo Direct, and what games got us excited (Spoiler: Austin is hyped for Fantasy Life). Plus, we're getting ready for Dragon Quest 6 playthroughs!
Feb 23, 2024•32 min•Season 6Ep. 3
This week, we're talking endgame spoilers for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, which teams we had, and how we each had trouble with different dungeons in the last few stages.
Feb 16, 2024•32 min•Season 6Ep. 2
This week, we ran into technical difficulties but Austin recorded up a quick minisode about DQ Monsters: The Dark Prince's post-game to chat about. Obviously, lots of spoilers in this one so stay away if you haven't gotten there yet yourself! We should be back next week with a full, final episode on Dragon Quest Monsters!
Feb 09, 2024•15 min
We're back! This week, we're catching up with each other and with all the Dragon Quest news we've heard since being on break. Plus, some chat about DQ Monsters, DQ2, and DQ6 - which we plan on doing deep dives into this year.
Feb 02, 2024•29 min•Season 6Ep. 1
We're back for our final episode of Season Five! This week, it's a pretty spoiler-heavy episode of the The Dark Prince's DQ4 connections and talking about a couple of the Upper Echelons. If you haven't played the third act of the game yet, come back to this one!
Jan 05, 2024•33 min•Season 5Ep. 51
