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Puro Ka Laro! Podcast

Jaemi, Vivz, Johnpodcasters.spotify.com
If you're here reading this then you've probably heard the term "Puro Ka Laro!" from someone. If that's the case, Welcome! Puro Ka Laro! is a weekly podcast about games, gaming culture, and the game development scene in the Philippines. Join us every week as we discuss and rant with guests on some of gaming’s hot topics & issues, peek into the lives of gaming personalities and look behind the curtain of the local game development scene. Don’t miss an episode, Like, Review, and Support us on Spotify and Apple Podcast.
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Episodes

70: Dexty Payamansion Edition

Recorded: 23 Apr 2021 Published: 28 Apr 2021 Dexty, a longtime friend of the show is back in today's episode. We catch up with his duties and the people inside Payamansion. From food, damage control, quality control, and other stuff. 0:33:32 How does one do damage control? 0:57:39 Dexty's skincare routine! Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 D...

Apr 27, 20211 hr 23 min

69: Pa-Bet, Papansin, & Padrino

Recorded: 17 Apr 2021 Published: 21 Apr 2021 Along with the latest gaming news we talk about the concerning increase of streamers endorsing online betting sites. 0:29:03 Streamers Promoting Online Betting 1:01:16 Papansin ang mga Streamers Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar...

Apr 20, 20211 hr 30 min

68: One Man Plague

Recorded: 27 Mar 2021 Published: 31 Mar 2021 We interview one-man developer, Chris in his upcoming game The Plague. An indie horror IP with the dream of going toe to toe with triple-A giants like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. Join us as we delve into the dark world of The Plague and get into the head of its developer and how he made this Filipino indie title. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E...

Mar 30, 202159 min

67: What was that one video game that saved or changed you life?

Recorded: 20 Mar 2021 Published: 24 Mar 2021 THE CROSSOVER EVENT of 2021! Jaemi and Vivz joined by Jhaz of The Gamesilog Show discuss and reflect on what games they've played that saved or changed their lives. Highlights: 07:57 - Games Saves Lives 34:54 - Fatal Frame Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU...

Mar 23, 20211 hr 33 min

66: What Makes the Perfect RPG? BOSS Edition

Recorded: 13 Mar 2021 Published: 17 Mar 2021 Continuing from last week's episode. We now discuss the most memorable and hardest Boss fights in Role Playing Games. Highlights: 04:03 - Quick Save, Save File 1, Save File 2 22:26 - The Joker 46:01 - World of Warcraft Raiding 57:42 - Vivz' Time to Shine Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar h...

Mar 16, 20211 hr 39 min

65: What makes the Perfect RPG?

Recorded: 6 Mar 2021 Published: 10 Mar 2021 You've played RPGs most of your gaming life. You know what you want and don't want in an RPG. If allowed to create your own Role Playing Game, what systems and tropes would you include to create your perfect Role Playing Game? Highlights: 01:33 - TRGGRD by Cheating in Battlefield V 20:36 - What makes the perfect RPG? 38:13 - JRPG vs Western RPG 1:06:57 - JRPG Character Tropes Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: W...

Mar 09, 20211 hr 51 min

64: Game Reveals, Blizzcon + Nintendo Direct, and the most sidetracked episode EVER!

Recorded: 20 Feb 2021 Published: 24 Feb 2021 Nintendo Direct and Blizzconline just happened and we discuss the games that Blizzard announced. Nintendo Direct? ... uh ... We also got sidetracked about the PS5's pre-order blues, uh, and other stuff. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU...

Feb 23, 20212 hr 13 min

63: Gaming News, RGBs, and Side Quests

Recorded: 13 Feb 2021 Published: 17 Feb 2021 In today's episode, the team discusses this week's gaming news. Some of the topics discussed are... CD Projekt RED Hacked Chinese New Year Sales IKEA Gaming Chair and RGB stuff Pedro Pascal as Joel in The Last of Us Riot Games CEO sued for sexual harassment Losers bracket: Simping and Bullying Side Quests within a Side Quests and more... Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer h...

Feb 16, 20211 hr 54 min

62: Searching for Love Stories in Video Games

Recorded: 5 Feb 2021 Published: 10 Feb 2021 Listen to the team discuss why there are very few games that the main focus of their plot is a love story. It's mostly adventure stories, just gameplay, or "the power of friendship". Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU...

Feb 09, 20211 hr 38 min

61: Isang Gabi ng LAGIM!

Recorded: 29 Jan 2021 Published: 3 Feb 2021 We talk to the guys behind the LAGIM Card Game. How they designed it, what inspired them and WHY ARE WE RECORDING THIS ON A FULL MOON? Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU...

Feb 02, 20211 hr 2 min

60: Realities of Adulting: Do you still game?

Recorded: 22 Jan 2021 Published: 27 Jan 2021 As an adult, do you still have the time or energy to play video games? In this episode, Jaemi and Vivz, joined by Luciel, talks about the realities and struggles of playing video games when you've reach adult life. Reminisce with us in our ride into the life of a gamer in the late 80s, retro games, and what is given up or lost when you enter adulting mode. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit ...

Jan 26, 20212 hr 18 min

59: 2020: The Good, The Cyberpunk, and The Mika

Recorded: 15 Jan 2021 Published: 22 Jan 2021 Jaemi is back in action along with Vivz and John. We start this trilogy of topics with a quick look at the year that was 2020. Build up to an in-depth look at Cyberpunk 2077. What it is. What we think what happened. What was missing? Then to finish off the episode, we talk about Mika Daime. Was that a proper apology? Or could she have done better? Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electroni...

Jan 21, 20212 hr 25 min

58: A Base Set Charizard is How Much?! [ENGLISH]

Recorded: 10 Jan 2021 Published: 15 Jan 2021 We talk to Doug Chin-Lee of Certified Sports Guarantee ( http://csgcards.com/ ) and talk about card grading and collectibles. How much a certified card is on the market and the process behind certifying a collectible. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU...

Jan 14, 202145 min

57: Bad Arguments & Nominations

Recorded: 29 Nov 2020 Published: 5 Dec 2020 This is an episode of really Bad Arguments! A negative comment is said against "Madam's" content. Is the comment justified? Is Madam and Ate K's response right? Do you agree with the commenter? Would you say it differently? Would you respond the same way? Thank You for Philippine Podcast Directory Nomination for Podcast of the Year! Humbled and Thankful Our commentary on The Game Awards Nominations. Do you agree with our winners? Who do you think will ...

Dec 04, 20201 hr 30 min

56: The Mika Daime Cheating Accusation

Recorded: 15 Oct 2020 Published: 19 Oct 2020 Did Mika Daime cheat? Do you believe that she cheated? Is the accusation based on sound reasoning? Listen to Jaemi and Vivz discuss the accusation leveled against Miko, who allegedly cheated on Valorant. And the community and industry response to this issue. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Dayst...

Oct 18, 20201 hr 41 min

55: The Hype & Wars Among D'Odience

Recorded: 26 Aug 2020 Published: 28 Aug 2020 Is giving in to the hype a bad thing? Is there really a console war? Isn't there someone among us that will bring the audience together? Jaemi and Vivz, after more than a month, review the news and events that affect the global and local gaming spheres. We touch on Playstation Showcase, Playstation 5, Console Wars, Among Us, and more. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer http...

Sep 27, 20201 hr 41 min

54: Chronoshot by Quickfire Labs [ENGLISH]

Recorded: 02 Aug 2020 Published: 05 Aug 2020 Jaemi, Rainier talk to Tony, Noah of Quickfire Labs about Chronoshot a free-to-play score-driven sci-fi arena shooting game, with specialized time mechanics. Know more about Quickfire Labs and their game Chronoshot. What inspirations they tapped into to make this. What features they plan to add. Check out Chronoshot here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326700/CHRONOSHOT/ Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: ...

Aug 04, 202058 min

53: Buhay Developer: Secret 6

Recorded: 01 Aug 2020 Published: 03 Aug 2020 Jaemi talks to Jem, Nicole, Rouie, & Sarah about their experiences with working with AAA studios on titles such as Just Cause 4 & Tomb Raider. Secret 6 is a veteran game development studio based in San Francisco, the Philippines, and Madrid. They specialize in 3D art for AAA titles, 2D art, and full game production across all platforms. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman/ Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic ...

Aug 02, 20201 hr 37 min

52: Believe Nothing, Listen to Everything

Recorded: June 27, 2020 Aired: June 29, 2020 Jaemi, Vivs, and Dexty talk about the current #MeToo wave hitting the Video Game shores and how the ML vs LoL Ph communities came to blows. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs...

Jun 28, 20201 hr 42 min

51: LoL: Wildrift and Dota2: Battlepass...WTF! (What's The Fuss?)

Recorded: June 6, 2020 Aired: June 8, 2020 What's the fuss about Riot Game's LOL: Wildrift Alpha Testing and DOTA2's Battlepass spending? Listen to our discussions on game testing, marketing, game spending, and MOBAs. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs...

Jun 07, 20201 hr 15 min

50: Buhay Gamer - SillyKonpeito: From Cosplay to Stream and Play

Recorded: April 18, 2020 Aired: April 20, 2020 We chat with SillyKonpeito about her streaming career, her life as a cosplayer, and other things. Joining the episode is longtime guest Dexty and a surprise appearance by Vivz. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs...

Apr 19, 20201 hr 29 min

49: Stay Negative

Recorded: April 4, 2020 Aired: April 6, 2020 Metro Manila gamer, Overseas Gamer, Over the Mountain Gamer, and South of Metro Manila Gamer gathered separately in their homes on Discord to talk about life during the Season of COVID. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs...

Apr 05, 20201 hr 23 min

48: Gaming in the Time of COVID

Recorded: March 28, 2020 Aired: March 30, 2020 The Quarantined Episode - a short episode just discussing game news and life under the cloud of the COVID19 pandemic. Stay Home, Stay Clean, Stay Sane and pwede na Puro Laro! Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs...

Mar 29, 20201 hr 1 min

47: Video Games VS Board Games: Is it a competition? An evolution? Or something else?

Recorded: March 14, 2020 Aired: March 23, 2020 Is there a competition between Video Games and Board Games? Or is Video Games an upgraded version of Board Games? Or is there something else to the Video Game VS Board Game question? To shed some light on tabletop gaming and development in the Philippines are our guests Freddie Tan from Ludus Distributors and MyKey Cuento of The Tabletop Traveler and Creator of Pawikan Patrol the Card Game. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https:/...

Mar 22, 20201 hr 29 min

46: Buhay Developer (Sir Ben, Red, & Jerez of Ranida Games)

Recorded: March 11, 2020 Aired: March 16, 2020 In this episode, Jaemi talks to Sir Ben, Red, & Jerez of Ranida Games. We cover their journey in developing their pride & joy BAYANI Fighting Game. Our topics range from... will the game be accepted, positive and negative player comments, experiences in presenting to an international audience, etc. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs...

Mar 15, 20201 hr 4 min

45: Anyare January 2020?

Recorded: February 8, 2020 Aired: February 10, 2020 A lot has happened in the first month of 2020. Here’s our first episode this year. Topics: Cramming everything in January 2020 Mamba Out Chupagetti Warcraft: Reforged or HD? Returning to SWTOR Stock Loses MOD ownership preventing another DOTA 2020 The Year of Delays No Skulls in Chinese Version of Rainbow 6 Seige No Restriction Character Customization What is GOLD in Game Development? Console Exclusives releasing on PC Our take on the Dual Shoc...

Feb 09, 20201 hr 28 min

44: 2019 Year Ender

Ending the year with Game Awards, The Witcher, and more

Dec 30, 201959 min

43: Q&A with Alexa Asahina

Q&A Session with Alexa Asahina We talk to Alexa Asahina, a Tekken 7 & League of Legends player, streamer, gamer.

Nov 18, 20191 hr 10 min

42: ESGS Wrap Up

On this episode, we talk about ESGS' budding developers in the "Indie Fiesta" area; the Fortnite Ban of Jarvis Kayel; and recently released games Death Stranding, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, Diablo 4, & Red Dead Redemption 2

Nov 10, 20191 hr 46 min

41: To ESGS & Beyond: Exploring Game Dev Problems & the China Question [ENGLISH]

Recorded: October 18, 2019 Aired: October 20, 2019 Our pre-ESGS episode and part 2 of our topic on China's influence in the gaming industry. We're joined but guests Chris Natsuume of BoomZap Entertainment and Rainier Sales of XPASM Studios. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs...

Oct 19, 20191 hr 8 min
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