Hooooo buddy! Get ready to check that hit rate, take this silver sword, and watch for siege tomes, because it's about to get a little crazy up in here. Not only is this a Special Edition surprise episode where we'll be diving deep into the Fire Emblem series, but somehow we'll also be joined by supreme lord content creators Mekkah, LinkKing7, and SpeedyHawk! Thank god for all of those Luck level-ups, I guess. If you've never touched a Fire Emblem game in your life, gather round so the FE E...
Jun 27, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Sometimes you want to play where you're not limited in how you tackle each challenge. Sometimes you want to play a game that is a more streamlined experience. The battle between linear and open-ended games will always be worth the debate. Come listen to us hash it out on this week's episode of RPGaymer! Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer Etsy: Shop RPGaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Grab your backpack, your Pokédex, and some cash from your mom because it's RPGaymer's Pokémon episode! Join Patrick, Jason, and their special guest, Pokémaster Adam , as they explore Pallet Town and beyond. If you're looking for an episode as grand as Mt. Coronet, strap in for the boys' discussion on the Pokémon games, shows, and all the cute lil pocket monsters themselves. Is this the longest episode? Yes. It is worth every second? Ditto. Now if you'll excuse me, I just spotted a wild Eevee I n...
May 30, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 7
There's no faster way to be roped into a video game than with a relatable character. (Well, cute animals help, too, but that's for another episode.) Tune in for RPGaymer's thoughts on why relatable characters are at the crux of any game worth playing. Then stick around for another round of Who Said It? as the boys challenge each other to guess which characters said which inspirational quotes from their favorite games. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpga...
May 16, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Whether it’s spiking a Blitzball or stabbing someone with a 10-foot sword, RPG weapons have always been very…unique? ...playful? This week Patrick, Jason, and Casey discuss the ups and downs and twists and turns of one of RPGaymer's most surprisingly controversial topics yet: weapons in RPGs. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Have you ever been mildly ashamed to admit certain games that you’ve played and secretly loved? Yeah, we all have plenty, which is why this week we're talking about GUILTY PLEASURE GAMES! Cozy up in your favorite PJs and a sleeping bag on your hardest floor cause this episode is a slumber party where Patrick & Jason spill their secrets with reckless abandon. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @he...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 4
We normally save our Bonus XP episodes exclusively for our Patrons 👀 but the new Playstation Plus announcement is too huge to keep to ourselves! Join Patrick and Jason as they discuss all the details we know so far of the new Playstation Plus services, and what they're hoping to see with the games. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Apr 02, 2022•25 min
Have Trophies & Achievements changed the way we play games? In this week’s episode of the RPGaymer Podcast, Patrick and Jason go for the Platinum Trophy of being RPG nerds. Let us know what you think of Ts & As on our new discord channel! We’re active all day, errday, and ready to talk all things games. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 3
THIS EPISODE NEEDS NO INTRODUCTION: It’s the Legends of Zelda episode you’ve been asking for! The Boys talk all the things Zelda and why it is one of the most impactful series ever released. Stick around for the second half where they quiz each other on all kinds of Hyrule Hijinx. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to Season 2 of the RPGaymer Podcast! The boys kick off the brand new season talking about GLOW UPS, game series with huge gaps in their development, games that crossed the console barriers, and more. In the great tradition of Season 1, the boys wrap up by playing a game of…snack pack? Give the new season a listen and join the Glow Up discussion on your favorite social media platforms. OH, AND NOW THERE’S A PATREON TOO! Check out the RPGaymer Patreon . Follow RPGaymer online: Instagram: @...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 1
With Season 2 of RPGaymer on the horizon, we thought we’d revisit where it allll started with our very first podcast episode! And make sure to follow us online to stay up-to-date for exciting new things 👀 Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 12
BOO! Did we scare you?? It’s the surprise Halloween Special! episode of RPGaymer where Patrick and Jason are joined by special guest, Danny! The boys get ooky spooky and talk about haunted haunts and scary scaries. Listen now wherever you stream! Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Oct 25, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In the Season 1 Finale of the RPGaymer Podcast, Jason & Patrick talk about how video games have impacted their lives, including but not limited to the time Patrick played Stardew Valley and made Scott build him garden beds. Listen now wherever you stream! Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Have you ever restarted a game on a new difficulty level because it was too hard? Many gamers are guilty of this, but is it really something to be ashamed of? On season 1’s penultimate episode of RPGaymer, the boys are joined with legendary video game essayist and streamer Professor Bopper to discuss the value in hard mode. Find out what the Dark Souls method of ‘Prepare to Die a Lot’ says about the way games are made and played. And, back by popular demand, the trio plays another round of ‘Woul...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 9
WARNING: Don’t listen to this week’s episode of RPGaymer alone because Patrick and Jason are going bump in the night (but not like that) as they tackle a frightening video game genre: Survival Horrors. Buckle up and hunker down as the boys talk about why we’re addicted to these freaky games even though we have to play them with the lights on. They wrap up with a game of “Build-Your-Own Survival Horror.” Ooky spooky! Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaym...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Everyone starts gaming at a different point in their life, but most will agree on the gaming systems that are held in the highest regard. In this episode of RPGaymer, Patrick and Jason tackle The Golden Era of Video Gaming and discuss how these systems played integral parts in how we play games today. They then play a game that pits the classics vs. modern games to see which would be better for a newer audience. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer T...
Jul 06, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Patrick & Jason reflect on their earliest memories of gaming, and when they felt they first identified as a gamer. Influential games and memorable friendships shaped their individual backgrounds. The boys play a video game version of “The Dating Game”, asking 6 gaming icons to choose their lucky bachelor or bachelorette. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 6
It’s the moment Patrick has finally been waiting for: All things Final Fantasy!! The boys discuss their favorite memories of the series as well as some of the best and worst characters, mechanics, and games. They wrap up the episode with a game of… “That’s What Shiva Said”? That can’t be right! Do you love (or hate) any of these games as much as we do? The conversation is rolling over on our Instagram so head on over and let us know! Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Ins...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a famous video game streamer, but don’t know the first thing about Twitch? Patrick & Jason welcome their first guest to the podcast, Jett from In Third Person! Jett breaks his initial hardships with streaming, how to start finding your voice, and some technical tips to take your game streams to the extreme! And in true RPGaymer fashion, Jett even has a game for Jason & Patrick to play. Find Jett online: Blog: inthirdperson.com Twitch: twitch.tv/inthirdpe...
May 24, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Are there any nostalgia-loaded game series from your childhood that you wish were still around today? Retro Revivals have been a hot topic in the last few years with successful releases like Streets of Rage 4 and Axiom Verge. In this episode, Patrick and Jason describe the differences between remakes, remasters, and true revivals, as well as great gaming mechanics over the ages. The episode wraps up with a round of ‘Badly Described’ game series that the boys would love to see revived and a few t...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 3
When was the last time you cried during a video game? Jason and Patrick take a deep dive into all the feels one can… feel… while playing games. They discuss which aspects of video games elicit emotions, the game companies that use emotion to their advantage to tell their stories, and why emotional response in a video game is important. A “Would You Rather” game asks the tough emotional questions. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpg...
Apr 26, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In the debut episode of RPGaymer, Patrick and Jason discuss the representation of the LGBTQ+ community in video games. They break down major stereotypes, critique straight male fantasies, and highlight true queer characters. The boys also duke it out in an All-Star Fantasy Draft of which LGBTQ+ characters they would choose to save the world. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PAT...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to RPGaymer—a new podcast by two bi-coastal best friends exploring the depths of the gaming worlds from new perspectives. Check out our first pre-episode to meet our hosts: Patrick Soltys-Curry and Jason Jasicki. Follow RPGaymer online: Join the Discord: RPGaymer Discord Instagram: @heyrpgaymer Twitter: @ heyrpgaymer YouTube: RPGaymer Twitch: @heyrpgaymer OUR NEW PATREON!...
Mar 31, 2021•6 min