Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, pr marketing manager and explorer of the ruined desert planet of Midden, Jurge Cruz-Alvarez! The game he is talking about today is Sable by Shedworks and Raw Fury. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can find popagena here as well as his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show...
Jul 26, 2024•11 min
Side Quests is back and so is series creator, Matt aka Stormageddon! They are a podcaster, editor, producer and true ruler of Vermund! The game they are talking about today is Dragon's Dogma II by Capcom. You can find this episode's host on twitter and you can find everything they work on here ! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagra...
Jul 22, 2024•18 min
Plenty of video games can be said to be best enjoyed as fresh experiences, with as little "spoiled" as possible. If so, how do you go about recommending a title if you're worried everything you say ruins a discovery? Matt & Geoff discuss tailoring how you review a game, and when spoiled details can still feel fresh. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Tw...
Jul 19, 2024•53 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Taylor Hicklen! He is a community manager, graphic designer, web designer, producer, writer, and reasonable young space merchant! The game he is talking about today is Star Ocean: The Divine Force by tri-Ace and Square Enix! You can also find Taylor's work here and here! We also have Patreon! We have some really cool stuff planned so you should check it out. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on App...
Jul 15, 2024•9 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, video essayists, streamer and snarky bird in a backpack, Jiggylookback! The game he is talking about today is Banjo Tooie by Rare and Nintendo. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his YouTube channel here as well as his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitt...
Jul 12, 2024•9 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Josh Covel! He is a podcaster, streamer and member of the Kong Family! The game he is talking about today is Donkey Kong 64 by Rare and Nintendo. You can also find this host's podcast on twitter as well as check out his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and...
Jul 08, 2024•15 min
A concert of video game music can remind why you love a game, or even pique new interest in different corners of a franchise. Matt, Geoff, & Sarah had the chance to enjoy the Sonic Symphony concert in NYC last month. They discuss their experience; each bringing wildly varying history with the Sonic franchise, music, and Sonic music. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can fi...
Jul 05, 2024•52 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Matt Sowinski! He is a podcaster, writer and yakuza desperately trying to do the right thing! The game he is talking about today is Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and Sega. You can find this episode's host on twitter or check out his podcast here and his writing here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show...
Jul 01, 2024•11 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Andre from Fine Time! He is a podcaster and was raised within the Oboro Clan! The game he is talking about today is Shinobi (2002) by Overworks and Sega. You can also find his podcast on Twitter and you can listen to it here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and revi...
Jun 28, 2024•18 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and member of the elite task force S.T.A.R.S., Frank Dolce aka Nomad! The game he is talking about today is Resident Evil (1996) by Capcom. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate ...
Jun 24, 2024•14 min
During the fourth Console Generation, Sega released the Genesis, the CD, the 32X and the Nomad. Ambitious gaming devices full of fun but often forgotten titles. Matt & Geoff are joined by G to the Next Level to discuss the games, fond memories, highs, lows, and wild corners of Sega's 16-bit era. Check out this episode's guest on Twitch and YouTube ! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click ...
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Chris Coplien! He is a streamer, podcaster and Warrior of Light! The game he is talking about today is Final Fantasy Renaissance by Renaissance Games. Check out his podcast on Twitter and listen to the show here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on Appl...
Jun 17, 2024•8 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, podcaster and member of the Galactic Federation 07th Platoon, Edward Varnell! The game he is talking about today is Metroid: Other M by Team Ninja and Nintendo! You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTub...
Jun 14, 2024•11 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Paul Mattingly! He is a podcaster, improviser and won't stop making comments during the movie! The game he is talking about today is RiffTrax: The Game by Wide Right Interactive. You can find this episode's host on twitter or on his podcast here ! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please ...
Jun 10, 2024•11 min
An ending is when we stop telling the story. If a game's main narrative continues after rolling credits the first time, then when is a game "finished"? Matt & Geoff discuss what qualifies as an ending, and what it means to reach an end with a game. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on...
Jun 07, 2024•50 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is editor, writer and young boy with a big ship, Andrew McMahon! The game he is talking about today is FAR: Changing Tides by Okomotive and Frontier Foundry! You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please rat...
Jun 03, 2024•9 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and demigod, Will Adeshina! The game he is talking about today is Asura's Wrath by CyberConnect2 and Capcom! You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! R...
May 31, 2024•12 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Bret Eagleston! He is a podcaster, musician and competitive little bean! The game he is talking about today is Fall Guys by Mediatonic, Devolver Digital and Epic Games. You can find this episode's host on twitter , his streams on GeeklyInc and his podcast Let's Retwatch! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky...
May 27, 2024•7 min
Botany Manor is a fun and relaxing First-Person Puzzle game about growing fantastic plants. Matt & Geoff are joined by Laure De Mey , Creative Director for the title, and founder of developer Balloon Studios to discuss going about making a game you want to exist and allowing a game experience the space to grow every step of the way. You can find out more about Botany Manor on Steam , Twitter , and Linktree We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads o...
May 24, 2024•48 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Matter of Michael! He is a podcaster, video game collector, author and anonymous letter writer! The game he is talking about today is Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) by Popcannibal. You can also find this episode's host on twitter as well as find all his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bl...
May 20, 2024•7 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Aaron Klaassen! He is a podcaster and thief of the Frozen Flame! The game he is talking about today is Chrono Cross by Squaresoft. You can also find this episode's host on Twitter as well as listen to his podcasts SuperPod Saga and Retro Rehab ! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! ...
May 17, 2024•17 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Dave Jackson! He is a podcaster and rectangular grid of squares, which must be filled in to create a picture! The game he is talking about today is Picross 3D by HAL Laboratory and Nintendo. You can also find this episode's host on Twitter as well as listen to his podcasts A Top 3 Podcast and Tales from the Backlog! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click her...
May 13, 2024•10 min
Star Racer is a fast-paced "retro-influenced combat racer". Matt & Geoff are joined by the title's Director, Brennan Anderson to chat about letting your influences show through, keeping your goals in line, and fostering a great community while creating a very fun game. You can find Star Racer on Steam and Whatnot games on Twitter We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find ...
May 10, 2024•49 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, business owner and Hearthian space explorer, Larry Berger! The game he is talking about today is Outer Wilds by Mobius Digital and Annapurna Interactive! You can also find this episode's host on twitter as well as check out his podcat here. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instag...
May 06, 2024•9 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcast fan and recently deceased Viking, soccr! The game he is talking about today is Jotun by Thunder Lotus Games! You can also find him on Bluesky here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us on Spotify! Wanna join th...
May 03, 2024•7 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Case Aiken! He is a podcaster, writer, actor and defender of Wood Oak City! The game he is talking about today is Streets of Rage 4 by Dotemu, Lizardcube and Guard Crush Games! You can find this episode's host on twitter or on any of his podcasts on CertainPOV.com . We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Ins...
Apr 29, 2024•8 min
When you can go "anywhere" in a video game, how does the game show you where to go if it does at all? Inspired by the recent release of Dragon's Dogma 2, Matt & Geoff are joined by Jesse Vitelli and Asa Greenriver to discuss sign posting in video games. You can find this episode's guests on Twitter: Jesse and Asa We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twitt...
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 22 min
300 EPISODES?! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT! For this huge milestone Matt aka Stormageddon is joined by Kenneth Shepard and Geoff Moonen to steal hearts in the name of justice while chatting about Persona 5 Royal by Atlus and Sega. You can find Matt here and Kenneth and Geoff on Twitter as well as check out Kenneth's work here and here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the sho...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is a journalist, host, producer and former British Secret Service agent, Jason Fanelli! The game he is talking about today is Titanic: Adventure Out of Time by CyberFlix! You can also find him on Twitter here and find his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Plea...
Apr 19, 2024•20 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Ngachacha! He is a father, husband, middle-aged gamer, podcaster and a hero given power from the Ouroboros Stone! The game he is talking about today is Xenoblade Chronicles 3 by Monolith Soft and Nintendo. You can also find this episode's host on twitter here and check out his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show ...
Apr 15, 2024•12 min
