In this week's episode, we chat with Abubakar Salim, Founder of Surgent Studios and Creative Director on Tales of Kenzera:Zau a fantastic metroid-vania that digs into beautiful African lore and tales of loss. I also dig into the drama of the past couple of weeks surrounding Xbox's change in exclusivity strategy with Parris Lilly of Kinda Funny's Xcast and Gamertag Radio. Reminder Feb 29th is our air date for The Spawnies on twitch.tv/spawnonme and IGN make sure to check it out!!!...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 54 min
In our latest episode guest host Cam Hawkins and I talk about the rumors of Xbox moving away from console hardware, putting their flagship games on other consoles, and much more. We also talk about our time with Like A Dragon and share thoughts on Sony's latest State of Play that featured Death Stranding 2!
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr 35 min
This week we bring on John Warren, Co-Founder of Glydr. A company making one of the coolest gaming input devices I've ever seen. One that you can use entirely with your feet! We also took some time this week to talk about the amazing Xbox Developer Direct from last week and shared our thoughts. Want more info on Glydr? Go here https://www.glydr.gg/
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 16 min
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Cam and I took some time this week to talk through the games we're most excited for in 2024. Lots of JRPG goodness and some surprised too! about.
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr 12 min
In this episode, we're joined with guest Cameron Hawkins to talk about the Insomniac Games cyberattack. We dig into how the industry reacted and discuss how it resonated across various levels of the media. We also talked about the GTA 6 leaker getting arrested and what that means for the future of hacks. Support the show by picking up some AG1 drinkag1.com/spawnonme
Dec 26, 2023•1 hr 31 min
In this week's episode we talk about our amazing week at The Game Awards. Why Day of the Devs is the best indie show and why Twitch allowing more sexual content on the platform is kinda weird. Thanks to our amazing sponsor AG1 for supporting the show! Head to drinkAG1.com/spawnonme to support the podcast!
Dec 18, 2023•53 min
In this episode we celebrate an important milestone for Spawn On Me. We are celebrating our 500th episode and I take time to go back into the vault to share some big moments for our show and to give thanks to all of you, our amazing Brookago residents. Thank you to sponsor AG1 for sponsoring this episode of Spawn On Me. Support our show by heading to http://drinkag1.com/spawnonme and unlocking this fantastic offer.
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 41 min
In this episode, we talk about the challenge of picking great games in the Game Awards. Will the show get political this year and what will that mean for the industry? I also share my thoughts about the new PlayStation Portal device and the Pulse Explore earbuds.
Nov 14, 2023•55 min
On this episode we talk about Xbox's upcoming partner showcase. Mortal Kombat 1's first big tournament and give our review of Lords of The Fallen
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 2 min
We had the pleasure of chatting with Ali Homayounfar, Manager of Global Product Marketing and Sales about their newest device for the fighting game fans the Razer Kitsune. Seeing a new challenger in the space has been awesome and we dig into why you might change your pad for a leverless stick.
Oct 13, 2023•22 min
On this episode, I share some thoughts about the announcement of PlayStation's Jim Ryan saying that he's retiring after a 30-year career in games. I also chat with the team from the Jackbox game before their 10th-party pack is released.
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, we talk about how the Twitch rival site Kick is a safe harbor for criminal activity and bad actors. I share thoughts on the blockbuster Xbox leaks and impressions of Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty DLC
Sep 24, 2023•58 min
In this episode, we talk about the current conversation around favoritism in-game marketing and reviews. I share some thoughts about why so many players are getting this conversation wrong and how it works as a member of the media. We also dig into and share our Mortal Kombat 1 review!
Sep 18, 2023•56 min
This week we talk about the influencers spreading hate for Starfield putting pronouns in the game and I share some thoughts about my time at PAX WEST.
Sep 06, 2023•44 min
On this week's episode, we talk about all the reveals during Gamescom, Geoff Keighley's new worry and we share our review of EA's surprise hit Immortals of Aveum.
Aug 23, 2023•46 min
In this week's episode, we chat with the team behind Lords of the Fallen and discuss the work it took to revitalize the Soulsborne genre. How they are using the latest Unreal Engine 5 tech to bring the world to life and much more.
Aug 14, 2023•24 min
This week's show is a huge one. We talk to Alyssa Sweetman from Live.Space to talk about their new streaming platform. We check off a bucket list item by hanging out with Hall of Fame wrestler and AEW star Jeff Jarrett about his work in the upcoming JRPG game WrestleQuest. We end the show with some thoughts about Kai Cenat's dangerous publicity stunt that got him arrested and his fans hurt.
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr 26 min
In this special episode, we talk to Playcrafting's own Head of Community, Krysti Pryde to talk about their latest event that is bringing game developers together from across the world!
Aug 02, 2023•28 min
In this week's episode, we talk to the amazing crew from the world-renowned Iron Lords Podcast about their journey in the gaming industry. What games they are excited about and their take on the current state of the space. We also chat about how they have kept their content so fresh after a decade in the game.
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 57 min
In this week's episode, we talk to Rick Thiher, GM of EVO about the future of the competition and the current state of the fighting game community. We also chat with Xbox's Corporate Vice President of Player Services about their new feature to make gaming safer for all of us.
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 18 min
In this special episode we talk to the team making Powerwash Simulator about their new SpongeBob Squarepants themed DLC
Jul 10, 2023•20 min
In this episode, we take a look at all the new information dropped about the upcoming season of Diablo IV. We learn about all the new characters coming to Mortal Kombat 1 and I share thoughts on the findings in the Xbox FTC trial and much more. Check out the amazing PC builds powering our show! Head to https://nzxt.co/SpawnOnMeBLD and grab yours today!
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 57 min
We are back from Summer Game Fest with our latest episode featuring the amazing PC Mag Senior Writer, Jordan Minor. He comes on to share more about his new book Video Game of the Year: A Year-by-Year Guide to the Best, Boldest, and Most Bizarre Games from Every Year Since 1977. Through a series of entertaining, informative, and opinionated critical essays, author and tech journalist Jordan Minor investigates, in chronological order, the innovative, genre-bending, and earth-shattering games from ...
Jun 26, 2023•56 min
In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with one of my favorite developers on the planet Xalavier Nelson Jr. We talk about his new game El. Paso Elsewhere. His process for choosing projects and how personal growth has kept his eye on the prize in terms of building great games for passionate players. Check out the amazing PC builds powering our show! Head to https://nzxt.co/SpwanOnMeBLD and grab yours today!...
Jun 15, 2023•23 min
The fastest hedgehog on the planet left a pretty fantastic impression on me after getting to play Sonic Superstars this week. Sonic has come back to take his mascot crown in a huge way. Check out the amazing PC builds powering our show! Head to https://nzxt.co/SpwanOnMeBLD and grab yours today!
Jun 15, 2023•6 min
Remnant 2 after a short hiatus feels pretty amazing. I got some hands-on at SGF and the gunplay, crafting, and world really pulled me back into this amazing universe. Check out my thoughts in this episode.
Jun 15, 2023•6 min
Prince of Persia is back in a big way. I sat down and played the newest game for about 30 mins and I am so excited to see this franchise be great. Check out the amazing PC builds powering our show! Head to https://nzxt.co/SpwanOnMeBLD and grab yours today!
Jun 15, 2023•5 min
In this episode, I share my thoughts about the newest Powerwash Simulator DLC that takes you for a ride with SpongeBob Squarepants. I also find that my new favorite way to play is in VR? Check out the amazing PC builds powering our show! Head to https://nzxt.co/SpwanOnMeBLD and grab yours today!
Jun 14, 2023•7 min
Night School comes back into the party with a sequel to their runaway hit. I share thoughts on what I played in this episode and tell you why you should put this on your watch list. Check out the amazing PC builds powering our show! Head to https://nzxt.co/SpwanOnMeBLD and grab yours today!
Jun 14, 2023•6 min
You all know how excited I've been to finally get hands-on with Mortal Kombat 1. It was well worth the wait as now having played the game, I can say that it is my most anticipated game of 2023! More details on the show!! Check out the amazing PC builds powering our show! Head to https://nzxt.co/SpwanOnMeBLD and grab yours today!
Jun 14, 2023•10 min
