Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, copy editor, writer and lost little cat, Stephanie Klimov! The game she is talking about today is Stray by BlueTwelve Studio & Annapurna Interactive! You can also check out her 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 show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review...
Nov 15, 2024•8 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, editor and coach, Morgan Truder! The game he is talking about today is Football Manager 2022 by Sports Interactive and Sega. You can also find this episode's host on twitter 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! R...
Nov 11, 2024•8 min
Most folks want a seamless gaming experience, without long, obvious, loading time. How do developers hide their load time, make the most of a necessary loading zone, or at least assure you that your system hasn't frozen in the process? Matt & Geoff discuss how they notice time passing in their pastime. 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 , Bluesk...
Nov 08, 2024•55 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Jared Moss! He is a graphic designer, podcaster and transplant in the Alola region! The game he is talking about today is Pokémon Sun by Game Freak and Nintendo! 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 , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Ple...
Nov 04, 2024•13 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and high school student, Pat Klein! The game he is talking about today is A Space for The Unbound by Mojiken Studio, Toge Productions and Chorus Worldwide. You can find this episode's host on twitter! You can 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 YouTu...
Nov 01, 2024•12 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, streamer and wielder of the Chaos Breaker, Thrak! The game he is talking about today is Shining Force by Climax Entertainment, Sonic! Software Planning and Sega. You can find this episode's host on twitter! You can find his streaming here and 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...
Oct 28, 2024•7 min
"Yars Rising" is a 2D Action Platformer developed by WayForward that's wrapped around a modern take on Atari's "Yars Revenge". Matt & Geoff are joined by James Montagna, Director of "Yars Rising", to chat about giving a forty-two year old game the full WayForward treatment. Yar's Rising is available on Steam , Epic , Switch , Playstation , and Xbox platforms. You can find this episode's guest here We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular...
Oct 25, 2024•57 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Daniel Sanford aka Douibyorthst! He is a musician, video game composer, podcast producer and builder of empires! The game he is talking about today is Civilization IV by Firaxis Games and 2K! You can find this episode's host on twitter and check out his podcast here as well as his music 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...
Oct 18, 2024•8 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is software engineer, indie game developer and Chief Inspector, Joshua Rosen! The game he is talking about today is Return of the Obra Dinn by Lucas Pope. You can find this episode's host's work right 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 A...
Oct 14, 2024•12 min
Just because a game ends with a cliffhanger or unanswered questions, it doesn't mean a sequel is guaranteed. Matt & Geoff discuss the series that probably won't get the continuation they were hinting towards, surprise entires after a long hiatus, and trying to gauge interest in an uncertain industry. 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,...
Oct 11, 2024•48 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and bestselling crime fiction author, Phil Morgan! The game he is talking about today is Alan Wake by Remedy Entertainment and Microsoft Game Studios. You can find this episode's host's podcast on twitter and you can also 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, Instagr...
Oct 07, 2024•11 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is college professor, video essayist, streamer and the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Lucis, ProfNoctis. The game he is talking about today is Final Fantasy XV by Square Enix. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can 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 , Bluesky, Ins...
Oct 04, 2024•16 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is editor, writer, podcaster and fortune hunter, Giovanni Colantonio! The game he is talking about today is Pitfall! by David Crane and Activision. You can find this episode's host on twitter! You can find his writing here and his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus episodes, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagram and Y...
Sep 30, 2024•15 min
The Gameboy Advance was released in 2001; the SP in 2003. Some consider these collectively to be the greatest handheld console of all time. So many classic titles are only now starting to see release on modern consoles, but the nostalgia never wavered. Eric from The Unloackables Podcast joins Matt & Geoff in indulging themselves in remembering when Nintendo finally turned the light on for the gamer on the go. You can find this episode's guest and The Unlockables Podcast on Twitter Enjoyed th...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and hero stranded on Koholint Island, Chris Osborne! The game he is talking about today is The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (1993) by Nintendo. You can find this episode's host's podcast on twitter and you can also listen to it here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus episodes, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Bluesky, Instagra...
Sep 23, 2024•15 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Eric Gess! He is a podcaster and thieving member of Tantalus! The game he is talking about today is Final Fantasy IX by SquareSoft! 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 , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on Apple P...
Sep 20, 2024•15 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and explorer of the Dark World, Keith Gasper! The game he is talking about today is The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past by Nintendo. You can find this episode's host's podcast on twitter and you can also 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...
Sep 16, 2024•11 min
Matt & Geoff are joined by Sarah Moonen and Jill Grodt to discuss the many great experiences and games from PAX West 2024. 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 the Certain POV Discord? Click here! Interview Timestamps All Systems Dance (M...
Sep 13, 2024•2 hr 26 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer and member of Raynor's Raiders, Will Borger. The game he is talking about today is StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty by Blizzard Entertainment. You can find this episode's host on Twitter and 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 an...
Sep 06, 2024•12 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Curly Bright! She is a burlesque performer and animal mascot companion! The game she is talking about today is Indigo Park: Chapter 1 by UniqueGeese! You can find this episode's host on twitter and all her 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 Pod...
Sep 02, 2024•17 min
Playing a video game means repeating actions and trying again. But sometimes, you end up doing a boring repetitive task over and over again. Whether to acquire resources, or to overcome a poorly balanced challenge, Fun can slow to a Grind. Matt & Geoff discuss their thoughts on grinding and its place in gaming's history and present. 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...
Aug 30, 2024•46 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and last son of Krypton, Sic Jake! The game he is talking about today is Superman (1987) by Kotobuki Systems and Kemco. 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 and review us on App...
Aug 26, 2024•17 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is party game designer, writer and member of the New Squidbeak Splatoon, Sam Greszes. The game he is talking about today is Splatoon 3 by Nintendo. You can find this episode's host 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 the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Rate us ...
Aug 23, 2024•13 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is narrator, showrunner, podcaster, film critic and ASTRA Corporation pilot, Matthew Krol. The game he is talking about today is Returnal by Housemarque & Sony Interactive Entertainment. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can listen to his podcast here and watch his YouTube channels 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. C...
Aug 19, 2024•15 min
We're always proud to talk about the "good" games in our history, but what about the bad ones? Are they worth remembering? Some of our favorite games are inspired by commercial failures. Matt & Geoff discuss the value of the games that have been reduced to memes and jokes by memory. 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 You...
Aug 16, 2024•46 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Dave Proctor! He is a game director, writer, and steam powered prospector! The game he is talking about today is SteamWorld Dig by Image & Form! You can also find this episode's host on twitter as well as check out his upcoming game, All Systems Dance! 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 ...
Aug 12, 2024•8 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, narrative consultant, video essayist and superhero trying to save the world, Jake Steinberg. The game he is talking about today is Justice League Heroes by Snowblind Studios & Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can 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...
Aug 09, 2024•13 min
Side Quests is back and so is host Doug Lief! He is a podcaster and young boy adventuring in Slumberland! The game he is talking about today is Little Nemo: The Dream Master by Capcom. You can also find this episode's host on twitter and listen to 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 , Bluesky, Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and...
Aug 05, 2024•11 min
One of the best ways to find out about upcoming games is watching a showcase that compiles trailers and info for exciting new titles. Six One Indie has been championing a "Zero Barrier" approach to getting promising indie titles in front of a greater audience. Matt & Geoff are joined by Mike Towndrow and Kyle Stephenson to discuss what goes into a Six One Indie Showcase, and the importance of giving everyone a chance. You can find Six One Indie on their website , and their Twitter We have a ...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, content creator, producer, writer and Orcadian warrior, Corey Dirrig. The game he is talking about today is Senua's Saga: Hellblade II by Ninja Theory and Xbox Game Studios. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can 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 , ...
Jul 29, 2024•17 min
