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RPG Cast

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RPGamer’s weekly podcast looks at the latest happenings in the world of Role Playing Games. From video to pen and paper, all is fair game as we go through the week’s news, latest releases, and reviews to keep you up to date on the best gaming genre out there.
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Episodes

RPG Cast – Episode 539: “Call Me Goku Because I’m About to Ride a Cloud”

Alex, Kelley, Nathan, and Peter have all descended into the slums of Midgar, so the Final Fantasy VII Remake dominates our Now Playing, but Anna Marie still manages to answer a question left over from last week about Persona 5 Royal. Our listeners recount their memories of the original FF7 and we even manage to squeak in some news of the week too. Question of the Week What’s one game you never “got around to” that you wish you could go back and play at or around launch? Check out the show notes ...

Apr 11, 20202 hr 28 min

RPG Cast – Episode 538: “Flat Milk”

We’ve let the boys sleep in this week! Alice, Anna Marie and Kelley rock the LadyCast this week, discussing their creepy Animal Crossing denizens, April Fool’s, which industry CEO is a giant jerk, and the big release of the month. Question of the Week Have you played FF7 before? If so when and how far did you get? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 538: “Flat Milk” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Apr 04, 20201 hr 42 min

RPG Cast – Episode 537: “Shady Turnip Deal”

Peter, Kelley, Chris, and Anna Marie are joined by Alice this week; while she didn’t deliver any missiles, large robots may be a part of the podcast in unexpected ways! We discuss cheating on the stalk market, the news of the week, and your feedback. Now to wait for our copies of Persona 5 Royal to arrive…hurry up already! Question of the Week What game do you want to finish in April? It can be something old or new! Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 537: “Shady Turnip De...

Mar 28, 20202 hr 19 min

RPG Cast – Episode 536: “When We Get Back to Work We’re Building a Box Fort”

RPG Cast – Episode 536: “When We Get Back to Work We’re Building a Box Fort” Guest star Sam Watcher joins us, and that means this week’s podcast is officially explicit! Between the occasion cuss bomb, we discuss Animal Crossing and Chris’ poor decision making, Alex’s dive into Persona 5 Royal, and exactly why Kelley needs to finish FF7: Crisis Core in the near future. Anna Marie and Peter round out the ‘cast crew this week as we dive into the weekly headlines along with your feedback. Question o...

Mar 21, 20201 hr 53 min

RPG Cast – Episode 535: “Hand-Washing Song”

We’re all cooped up, but that doesn’t mean the video game news stops! Well, it actually was a little slimmer this week, but Anna Marie, Chris, Jonathan, Kelley, and Peter still have plenty of games to discuss. We also have an impromptu hand-washing sing-along? Question of the Week What’s your go-to hand-washing song? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 535: “Hand-Washing Song” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Mar 14, 20201 hr 46 min

RPG Cast – Episode 534: “Dr. Thunder Fallout”

We missed you all last week, but we’re back with a bunch of hot topics, including the FF7R demo, Dragon Quest of the Stars, and which alien Kelley got busy with in Mass Effect. Anna Marie gets really confused about review scores, and we can’t really decide when a Millennial starts and a Gen-X ends. Of course, none of that matters because Animal Crossing is almost here! Question of the Week Are you going to get Animal Crossing? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 534: “Dr. ...

Mar 07, 20202 hr 28 min

RPG Cast – Episode 533: “Oops, All Dead People”

This RPG Cast was recorded in the dark before a dead studio audience. Josh fails at Fire Emblem. Jonathan becomes a rock star. Kelley pines for Garrus. Chris gets spooked. And Anna Marie harvests squid poop. Yeah it’s a weird show. Question of the Week Do you play demos? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 533: “Oops, All Dead People” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Feb 22, 20201 hr 56 min

RPG Cast – Episode 532: “Meowls”

Anna Marie is finally back (and a little loopy on painkillers). There’s ample fawning for Mass Effect in our Now Playing as Kelley chooses an unusual romantic encounter! Arguments break out over March and April’s packed release schedule, but a truce is eventually reached. Question of the Week Recommend Mass Effect DLCs for Kelley. Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 532: “Meowls” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Feb 15, 20202 hr 3 min

RPG Cast – Episode 531: “Postage Stamp Emblem”

While you’re going to gaming jail, you’ll want to listen to our show so you know what games to bring with you. Fallout 76 has a new update, perhaps it’ll be a good choice for you. Phantasy Star Online 2 had a wonderful beta, maybe it’s the way to go. Unfortunately, Metal Max Xeno: Reborn was delayed so you’ll have to wait a bit for that one. Question of the Week What gaming related experience do you miss that “kids today” wouldn’t understand? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Ep...

Feb 08, 20201 hr 44 min

RPG Cast – Episode 530: “Look, It Has Red XIII in It, Just Buy It”

Today we learned that Pokémon Home may rival Kingdom Hearts for difficult to understand stories. The Switch is finally getting some Outer Worlds love. And Anna Marie passes a kidney stone. Well not live on the show or anything. I’m just really tired of waiting for this stupid stoooooh…we’re still recording? Um…enjoy the show everyone! Question of the Week Are you getting the Animal Crossing Switch? What are you doing till FF7 comes out? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode ...

Feb 01, 20201 hr 43 min

RPG Cast – Episode 529: “Game of the Year 2019 – Pandacide”

Woop woop! Explicit alert! This get a bit unclean as we try to figure out our Game of the Year picks for 2019. We find out just what you can get done with slave labor. We learn the true martial power of haircuts. And we finally realize Anna Marie shouldn’t be allowed to keep animals. Question of the Week Tell us your picks for our game of the year categories! Check out the categories, nominations, and winners here. The post RPG Cast – Episode 529: “Game of the Year 2019 – Pandacide” appeared fir...

Jan 26, 20203 hr 41 min

RPG Cast – Episode 528: “I Demand An Explanation”

Whether it be about spanking sounds or male pasties, RPGamer has a long history of being an authoritative source of information. That said, we’re still trying to figure out what version of EarthBound Kelley is playing. Question of the Week How do you feel when a game you really want is delayed? The post RPG Cast – Episode 528: “I Demand An Explanation” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Jan 18, 20202 hr

RPG Cast – Episode 527: “Chris Should Play Nier Automata”

It’s Alice’s first appearance of the decade! Ther crew is rounded out by Alex, Anna Marie, Chris, Kelley and Peter who are back to discuss your treasured memories of the last decade, as well as the news, reviews, and releases from the last few weeks. Wasn’t there supposed to be a break from releases…? Question of the Week What’s your most anticipated 2020 game? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 527: “Chris Should Play Nier Automata” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Jan 11, 20202 hr 12 min

RPG Cast – Episode 526: “Slightly Smaller Than Your Average Spoon or Fork”

We’re back and better* than ever! On this special episode of the RPGCast we do a deeper dive into what we’ve been playing and discuss our holiday hauls. *Note: RPG Cast 526 may not actually be better than any other previous RPG Cast. Question of the Week What is your best gaming memory of the last decade? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 526: “Slightly Smaller Than Your Average Spoon or Fork” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Jan 04, 20202 hr 19 min

RPGCast – Episode 525: “Schrödinger’s Phoenix”

It’s the final podcast of the year and decade! Alex, Anna Marie, Chris, Kelley and Peter end the year with a bang…and maybe a whimper too. News, your lists of top DS games, and what we’re going to play to ring in the new year. See you in 2020! Question of the Week What’s your holiday haul? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 525: “Schrödinger’s Phoenix” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Dec 14, 20192 hr 23 min

RPG Cast – Episode 524: “Overhead Isometricy Game”

Alex, Johnathan, and Chris run through the past two weeks of news, bemoan the lack of time to play games, and then commit to not trying to play anything new. Ring Fit Adventure wins RPG of the year. But seriously, why isn’t Shining Force II on that thing? Question of the Week What were your favorite DS games? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 524: “Overhead Isometricy Game” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Dec 07, 20191 hr 17 min

RPG Cast – Episode 523: “He’s Big Enough for Both of Us to Pet”

We’re all Pokécrazy this week, with Alex, Anna Marie, Chris, Kelley and Peter all discussing their Pokétales and where the series could go moving forward. Josh is the odd man out, but he’s got interesting demos to share instead, so it’s cool. Wait, wasn’t this supposed to be a short show?! Question of the Week What are your favorite DS games? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 523: “He’s Big Enough for Both of Us to Pet” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Nov 23, 20192 hr 9 min

RPG Cast – Episode 522: “Pants at Finding My Way Around”

Alright folks, it’s out so it’s time to feel out if the Dexit folks were right or wrong. We also hear about Path of Exile 2 and more RPG news than you’d expect at this time of year. But let’s be honest, we just want to go back to leveling up our starters. Question of the Week Who’s your favorite Pokémon Starter of all time? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 522: “Pants at Finding My Way Around” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Nov 16, 20191 hr 51 min

RPG Cast – Episode 521: “Upsell You to Unlimited Meows”

We figured it would be a short show because there’s not a lot of news this time of year. Turns out Alex, Kelley, Peter, Chris, and Anna Marie still had plenty to discuss with their now playing, your feedback, and the upcoming releases including Pokémon. Question of the Week Do you feel like you need to finish games or are you OK with stopping before the end if you’ve gotten all you can out of it? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 521: “Upsell You to Unlimited Meows” appe...

Nov 09, 20192 hr 5 min

RPG Cast – Episode 520: “Spider Sores”

This week, Anna Marie is so excited about BlizzCon that she totally forgets the order of the show! Chris, Kelley, Peter, and Josh somehow still cover what we’re playing, news, and new releases… eventually, anyways. Question of the Week What are your thoughts on BlizzCon? Are there any games you’re interested in playing or returning to? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 520: “Spider Sores” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Nov 02, 20191 hr 40 min

RPG Cast – Episode 519: “Sommersaulting Cat Buses”

Johnathan crashes the RPG Cast this week because he heard that Chris, Anna Marie, Kelley, Peter, and Nathan were dissing on Tactics Ogre. We also discuss child care during our Now Playing. But don’t worry, while the news is slim, it’s also pleasantly robust. Question of the Week Have you ever dressed as an RPG Character? Which one would you like to dress up as? Check out the show notes here! The post RPG Cast – Episode 519: “Sommersaulting Cat Buses” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Oct 26, 20192 hr 14 min

RPGCast – Episode 518: “Cohesive Beginning, Middle, and End”

This week, Alex and Anna Marie can talk about their embargoed games, Peter finishes a SNES classic, and Chris worries about his cats. Kelley’s question of the week leads us down rabbit holes we probably shouldn’t have explored, but we’re doing it live and that’s how we roll. Question of the Week What is your “unpopular game opinion” when it comes to RPGs? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 518: “Cohesive Beginning, Middle, and End” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Oct 19, 20191 hr 35 min

RPGCast – Episode 517: “Sonic and the Holograms”

Not much news, but there are many games out this week. We won’t play any of them though. Alice is on about Space Station 13, Kelley re-upped World of Warcraft, Anna Marie is playing Dragon Quest III, and Chris is still playing Final Fantasy IV. Question of the Week What’s your favorite bad performance from a good voice actor? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 517: “Sonic and the Holograms” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Oct 12, 20191 hr 43 min

RPGCast – Episode 516: “Listening to Link Drown Is the Cutest Thing”

While Chris destroys Anna Marie’s right joycon (press R to pay respects), the rest of the cast discusses their now playing, the news of the week, and there are still far too many games releasing every week. Please save us. Question of the Week What other jobs should appear in Yakuza: Like a Dragon ? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 516: “Listening to Link Drown Is the Cutest Thing” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Oct 05, 20192 hr 17 min

RPGCast – Episode 515: “Jerky Goose Things”

HONK! This week’s RPGCast has almost everyone playing a different game. HONK! We also discuss plenty of news and your feedback. HONK! Question of the Week Which other Pokémon should get a new evolution? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 515: “Jerky Goose Things” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Sep 21, 20191 hr 45 min

RPGCast – Episode 514: “Holy **** a 12-slot bag!!!”

What’s old is new again as we deep dive into WoW Classic and how the heck did we even get onto this topic again? News from TGS, what games you’re playing in September, and even more releases coming in the second half of the month, please pity our reviewers. Question of the Week Are you getting a Switch Lite? Why or why not? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 514: “Holy **** a 12-slot bag!!!” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Sep 14, 20191 hr 56 min

RPGCast – Episode 513: “Cream Cheese Crisis”

We’re back from PAX and have forty impressions to share with you. We got a cat, Peter’s getting a baby, Kelley’s getting a vacation, Alice got a ring, and Alex got Musou-ed. Question of the Week What September RPGs will you be jumping right into? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 513: “Cream Cheese Crisis” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Sep 07, 20192 hr 50 min

RPGCast – Episode 512: “I Gave Hubert A Teddy Bear And He Burned It”

While Fire Emblem: Three Houses seems to finally be put aside by most folks, a few are still learning the dangerous pitfalls of gift giving. As usual, cats and Robin Williams are discussed. Then someone pre-orders Pantsu Hunter and someone else tries to shove CDs into an iPhone to get monsters. Question of the Week What was one of your favorite gaming memories of all time (not necessarily in a game itself)? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 512: “I Gave Hubert A Teddy Bea...

Aug 24, 20192 hr 17 min

RPGCast – Episode 511: “Tit For Tat”

Remember your lost days of innocence? Neither do we. Peter, Kelley, Josh, Matt, Chris, and Anna Marie all prove they shouldn’t be trusted with a podcast this week. Then we investigate whether…oh no, look out! Fraulein! Question of the Week So hey…have you heard of The Dark Eye tabletop system? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 511: “Tit For Tat” appeared first on RPGamer ....

Aug 17, 20191 hr 45 min

RPGCast – Episode 510: “The Anna Marie Seal Of Mediocrity”

We hope you’re not sick of Fire Emblem: Three Houses from last week, because we’ve got even more this episode. We discuss strategies for raising professor rank and recruiting, in case you need some tips. We also cover a variety of games and their official release dates. Finally, our briefs are more like long underwear this week. Question of the Week What font choices in RPGs have annoyed you? Check out the show notes here! The post RPGCast – Episode 510: “The Anna Marie Seal Of Mediocrity” appea...

Aug 10, 20191 hr 32 min
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