SEE YOU IN AUGUST <3 Discussed: The PlayStation Showcase 2023, Listener Questions --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://stephenhilgerart.com/ Follow Brendon Bigley: https://theaether.space/@bb Produced by AJ Fillari: https://theaether.space/@aj --- Season 5 Cover Art by Scout Wilkinso...
May 31, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep 47•Transcript available on Metacast Hey! As we mention at the top of the episode, we're going to be taking a break for the summer as a little gift to ourselves for making it five years. We understand this might come as a shock, but it's all to keep us energized and excited for when we come back with the Dreamcast premiere on August 2nd! We'll have another episode next week, then the Paper Mario TTYD bonus in early June. Any% will still hit the Patreon during the sabbatical, along with a few extra bits here and there — so stay tune...
May 24, 2023•2 hr 49 min•Ep 46•Transcript available on Metacast After years of build-up, we can finally talk about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for the Nintendo Switch. Discussed: Blinx 2: Masters of Time and Space --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://stephenhilgerart.com/ Follow Brendon Bigley: https://theaether.space/@bb Produced by A...
May 17, 2023•2 hr 24 min•Ep 45•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings citizen. Have you heard of the High Elves? Yes? How about Algot the Northerner? Yes. That's right. THE Northerner. Discussed: Honkai Star Rail, Star Wars Jedi Survivor, Redfall, Laya's Horizon, TMNT: Splintered Fate, RAD, What the Car?, Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster, Chained Echoes --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.t...
May 10, 2023•2 hr 25 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast After receiving a distress signal* from a remote sector in pirate-laden space, we picked up the Metroid Prime Remaster for Nintendo Switch and talked about the whole dang thing and why this twenty-one year old game is still considered one of the best of all time. * watching a Nintendo Direct --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tum...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast "Don't look up," they said. The Force can't help you if you can't look straight forward, grapple with your adversity head on. If you spend your time with your head in the clouds, you won't be able to see your next move. Discussed: Star Wars: Jedi Survivor, Pocket City 2, Honkai Star Rail, Mr. Sun's Hat Box --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://...
May 03, 2023•2 hr 52 min•Ep 43•Transcript available on Metacast It's just like they always say: "You can't gave your Wavelengths without finishing your Good Morning Video Games!" Check out Wavelengths: https://www.youtube.com/@itswavelengths Check out Y-Button: https://www.ybutton.online Discussed: Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Bootcamp, Divinity Original Sin II, Sonic Frontiers, Marvel vs Capcom 2 --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow...
Apr 26, 2023•2 hr 46 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast >Gollum sees it, a fish wriggling in the river. He wants it, yes. But what if the slimy thing is poisoned, precious? The tummy rumbles, too loud to ignore. He pounces, snatching the fish with his bare hands. The fish squirms, but Gollum holds tight. >Too tight, perhaps? The fish slips and launches out of Gollum’s hands and splishes and splashes back into the river. Gollum hears his tummy like a thunder as he watches his catch dart away downstream. [The fish will remember this, precious.] S...
Apr 19, 2023•2 hr 58 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast It's not Al anymore , it's HUNK. Discussed: The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Valkyria Chronicles, Soul Hackers 2, Resident Evil 4 Remake: Mercenaries Mode, Metroid Prime Remastered --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://stephenhilgerart.com/ Follow Brendon Bigley: https://theaether.space/@bb ...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep 41•Transcript available on Metacast AKA The Assassination of Sonic the Hedgehog by the Coward Shrek Discussed: The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog, Terra Nil, Deus Ex, Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil 4 Remake --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://stephenhilgerart.com/ Follow Brendon Bigley: https://theaether.space/@bb Produced...
Apr 05, 2023•2 hr 9 min•Ep 40•Transcript available on Metacast Stephen and Brendon celebrate the life and times of one Mr. Mario with a collection of legendary games for the Super Nintendo: Super Mario All-Stars (and Super Mario World)! --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://stephenhilgerart.com/ Follow Brendon Bigley: https://theaether.space/@bb Pro...
Mar 31, 2023•2 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Exciting new figures from K'NEX! Kids build 'em to add to any K'NEX construction sets. They'll love the strange, Cosmic Invaders and the fearless Blue Crew. And Kids control what the figures look like because they build the figure they want. Unique K'NEX Commanders figures available only in new, out of this world Space sets - Ultrabots and Space Rovers. Collect 'em to get the exclusive colors and combos. Discussed: Pizza Tower, Storyteller, Misericorde, Resident Evil 4 Remake --- Find us everywh...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep 39•Transcript available on Metacast xGravy_Boi99x slicks back his hair with a greasy switchblade-turned-comb he always keeps hanging precariously out of his back left jeans pocket before cracking his knuckles loudly in an empty room. As he reaches forwards to gargoyle over his mouse and keyboard, the fabric of his genuine leather jacket squeaks slightly as it slides against the synthetic leather upholstry of a limited edition Genshin Impact branded Iskur gamer chair from Razer. He opens up the Metacritic page of his latest victim ...
Mar 22, 2023•2 hr 42 min•Ep 38•Transcript available on Metacast Hey everyone! Enjoy this brief sampler of the 3DS bonus episode we recently released on our Patreon. Given the impending eShop closure and the structure of the episode, we thought it would be nice to release this first bit about the history of (and OUR history with) the Nintendo 3DS for everybody — backer or not. You can join the Patreon to hear the rest of the five+ hour discussion here: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast And find the full list of games here: https://backloggd.com/u/brendonbig...
Mar 20, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Step right up, it's time for a little six. Wait, I mean a little sip. A little sixy. I mean sippy!! Check out Sips here: https://foopod.itch.io/sips Discussed: Mario Kart 8, Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania, Resident Evil 4 Remake's demo, Odin Sphere, Nier Automata, Sips --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow S...
Mar 15, 2023•2 hr 38 min•Ep 37•Transcript available on Metacast Do androids dream of electric sheep? Does Mark Zuckerberg play Destiny 2? These questions and more on today's episode of Into the Aether. Discussed: Octopath Traveler II, LA Noire, Destiny 2, Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core — Reunion --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://stephenhilgerart....
Mar 08, 2023•2 hr 57 min•Ep 36•Transcript available on Metacast Yo, check it out! There's a whole bunch of swans right in front of us! I've seen some wild stuff in this city, but this is a first. It's like we're in a friggin' storybook or something. You think they got lost or what? Or maybe they're just taking a break from Central Park. Who knows? Only in New York, man. Discussed: Like a Dragon: Ishin!, Wild Hearts, Octopath Traveler II Sleep Buddy: https://sleepbuddy.online --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.pat...
Mar 01, 2023•2 hr 51 min•Ep 35•Transcript available on Metacast The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a deeply important video game that Stephen has played a lot and Brendon has played a little. On this very special bonus episode of Into the Aether: They talk about it! Miyamoto's GDC Talk: https://youtu.be/a9DlhDRZ0yA --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: ...
Feb 28, 2023•3 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tetris and Katamari Damacy represent two similar but opposing approaches to video game design that emphasize different aspects of gameplay and aesthetics. By scrutinizing where a game falls on this spectrum, we may garner insights into its design and mechanics, as well as its potential impact on players. In this edition of the Into the Aether Audio Experience, we shall delve into this Tetris-to-Katamari spectrum and its implications for game design and player experience, and unravel the mysterie...
Feb 22, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep 34•Transcript available on Metacast Oh man, as a huge fan of Tingle, let me tell you about Tingle Kiwami - it's a game that puts our favorite little green freak right smack in the middle of the Yakuza universe! And let me tell you, it's incredible! The world is super colorful and whimsical, and Tingle's unique personality and magical powers make the game feel like a fresh take on classic Yakuza gameplay. I had a blast using Tingle's dance moves to make friends, solve puzzles, and take down bad guys. Plus, the story is full of bloo...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep 33•Transcript available on Metacast It's basically September, and there was a Nintendo Direct today. --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://stephenhilgerart.com/ Follow Brendon Bigley: https://theaether.space/@bb Produced by AJ Fillari: https://theaether.space/@aj --- Season 5 Cover Art by Scout Wilkinson: https://scoutwilk...
Feb 09, 2023•2 hr 40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Team Edward? Team Jacob? Absolutely not, vampires and werewolves had their time in the spotlight. A new season springs forth with a familiar face at its helm: Mike Newton. Discussed: Season: A Letter to the Future, Super Mario Bros, Marvel SNAP, Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition, 8-Bit Adventures 2 --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intot...
Feb 08, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep 32•Transcript available on Metacast The latest trend in fashion and aesthetic is a revival and revisiting of the arguable hit 2006 Dreamworks film Over the Hedge. With its whimsical characters, witty humor, and heartwarming storyline, people are starting to rediscover the charms of this animated classic. The film's aesthetic has become increasingly popular as people seek comfort in nostalgia and a return to simpler times. "Over the Hedge" is a charming and relatable film that seemingly has timeless appeal, and its reemergence as a...
Feb 01, 2023•2 hr 50 min•Ep 31•Transcript available on Metacast Recorded throughout the month of January 2023, Stephen and Brendon discuss the 3DS hit Animal Crossing: New Leaf and its place in the franchise. Big thanks to Will LaPorte for the musical interludes! Find their work: https://ghostdown.bandcamp.com/ --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://s...
Jan 31, 2023•3 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Since recording we've learned that Boucheron's single defining trait is that he loves to read. More like BOOKeron, am I right? Hmm. We'll workshop it. Discussed: Fire Emblem Engage, Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On!, A Slight Chance of Sawblades, Perfect Grind, Final Fantasy V, Persona 3 + 4 --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.c...
Jan 25, 2023•2 hr 6 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast A lot of good episode titles here, but sometimes you gotta keep it simple. Oh yeah, we talk about video games in this one. Discussed: Gran Turismo 7, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, Picross 3D: Round 2, Crimson Shroud, Kingdom Hearts: Dream Drop Distance, Kid Icarus Uprising --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow on Mastodon: https://theaether.space/@intothecast Follow on Tumblr: https://intothecast.tumblr.com --- Follow...
Jan 18, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Ep 29•Transcript available on Metacast It's an idyllic quiet countryside town, but the looming threat of pollutants and the impending demise of a handheld's library has Stephen and Brendon in a tizzy. Discussed: Attack of the Friday Monsters!, Fire Emblem Path of Radiance, Shatter Remastered Deluxe, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D, Marvel SNAP Animal Crossing New Leaf Blog: https://itanewleaf.tumblr.com/post/705552732953706496/welcome --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...
Jan 11, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep 28•Transcript available on Metacast A rabid Luma is reluctantly taken in by Luigi, a professional assassin, after her family is murdered. An unusual relationship forms as she becomes his protégée and learns the assassin's trade. Discussed: Chained Echoes, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, God of War Ragnarök, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Need for Speed Unbound How to Use Mastodon: https://www.wavelengths.online/about-m...
Jan 05, 2023•2 hr 53 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast That's right! Right before 2022 ends, it's our Game of the Year Spectacular! Stephen and Brendon trekked all the way to the great cold state of Pennsylvania to record with AJ in front of the traditional yule log YouTube video and, of course, The Orb. All three present their top ten games of the year, their Games of the Other Year (GOTOY is catching on!), and then decide on the Aether's official top five of the year. As always, you'll be hearing from some guests of the show as well. Thank you ALL...
Dec 28, 2022•6 hr 20 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast Snap snap, Stephen and Brendon recorded this one in person! Get ready for a virtual fireside chat about preparing for GOTY 2022, the announcements and winners from The Game Awards, and a new incredible Chrono Trigger inspired JRPG. Discussed: SantaCon, Game of the Year 2022, The Game Awards, Al Pacino, Hades 2, Remnant 2, Death Stranding 2, Earthblade, Armored Core VI, Chained Echoes --- Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Foll...
Dec 14, 2022•2 hr 2 min•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast 
