Gaming In The Wild - Video Game Reviews

287: Titanium Court Developer Interview, REPLACED, Dosa Divas, Pragmata

Fri, 08 May 2026 14:15:06 +0000

This week I'm joined by AP Thomson, the developer of Titanium Court, to discuss the release of one of the most creative indie games of the year so far. We talked about magic and mania, fairy stories, developing during lockdown, and the NYC gamedev scene that AP is a part of.

In the roundup: Pragmata, REPLACED, Dosa Divas, Mixtape.

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286: London Games Festival & New Game Plus Field Report

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:40:10 +0000

This week's episode is a field report from the London Games Festival, including a glimpse of the industry-focussed events, and a report from the show floor of New Game Plus. Games played: Rewilders, Wax Heads, Dark Scrolls, The Florist, Mandrake, Please Watch The Artwork, Rhell, Hearth & Harbour, and There are No Ghosts At the Grand. Additional interviews: Jason from So Many Games, and Hilmar from EVE Online. I hope you enjoy it!

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285: Creating The Sounds Of Ultros (with special guest Ratvadar)

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:54:46 +0000

This week's episode is a very special one. It's a conversation with Oscar Rydelius, aka Ratvader — the composer behind the inspired, symphonic soundtrack of Ultros, and its stunning audio and ambience. This interview was originally recorded for Lost In Cult as part of my work on the Ultros: Design Works book. It was included in the deluxe edition on CD. Special thanks to Shaun and Lost In Cult for agreeing that it should also go out in this public feed, for preservation's sake, and to reach as many people as possible.

Pick up the Ultros book: http://lostincult.co.uk/ultros.

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See my initial 2023 Ultros review (episode 201 in the podcast feed): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8B5Cw3fMSk

See my interview with developer Hugo Bille (episode 202 in the podcast feed): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5TJg2-OKqs

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284: RACCOIN, Eternal Afternoon, Cursed Words, Fame or Folly, & More

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:34:42 +0000

This weeks episode is a grab-bag looking at an assortment of recent releases, and some games we have to look forward to in the month ahead, including: Cursed Words, Dosa Divas, Moomintroll Winter’s Warmth. Gecko Gods, Aether & Iron, Fishbowl, RACCOIN: A Coin-pushing Roguelike, Fame or Folly, Eternal Afternoon, Starfield, Moves of the Diamond Hand, Dosa Divas, Gecko Gods, OPUS: Prism Peak, Pragmata.

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283: Pokopia, BAFTA Noms, London Games Festival Preview (with Michael French)

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:15:02 +0000

This week's episode has an interview with Michael French, head of the London Games Festival. He dropped by to talk about the programme, the venue change, and the place of of games in culture — and to answer some lightning round questions like "Spyro or Crash?", "worst controller?", and "best ever indie game?". Find more info on the event at http://games.london.

In the roundup: Dread Delusion, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, Personal 5 Royal, Esoteric Ebb, Bloodletter, Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War, Pokopia.

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282: Romeo Is A Dead Man

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:35 +0000

This week's episode is about the wildly creative, utter bonkers, critically divisive Romeo Is A Dead Man, the latest from Suda51 and Grasshopper Manufacture. It's a game that throws a huge amount at the wall, from classic hack 'n' slash ('n' guns) combat, to '80s pulp cinema, Japanese mythology, UK rock iconography, Lychian surrealism, and classical philosophy. For me, that led to a fun, punk, oddly intoxicating game experience that acts as a valuable counterpoint to the more safe and predictable big-budget games.

In the roundup: Resident Evil requiem, Esoteric Ebb, Homura Hime, London Games Festival.

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281: The Best of Steam Next Fest, Resident Evil Requiem

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:21:45 +0000

This week's podcast is all about February's Steam Next Fest — a feast of new games that myself and the GITW community enjoyed to the fullest. First we run through my impressions of the 20 or so games I played, then move on to a personal top five, and the community's top ten game picks. We had a record number of particpants, with over 150 demos played — thanks as always to patrons Slater and soccr for making the spreadsheet work and crunching the numbers — it was a blast!

In the roundup: Resident Evil Requiem, Esoteric Ebb, Raccoin, Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime, Planet of Lana II, REPLACED, March Indie Games, and the London Games Festival.

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280: Duskpunk, Next Fest, Romeo Is A Dead Man, More

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:32:12 +0000

Duskpunk is a quite brilliant "Sleeper-like" that came out at the tail end of last year. Set in the gritty, murky, war-torn city of Dredgeport, it casts those addictive, multi-functional dice and clock tabletop mechanics in a gritty Steampunk world.

In the roundup: Romeo Is A Dead Man, Persona 5 Royal, Raccoin, REPLACED, and Steam Next Fest.

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279: Cairn & The Indie Game Guide To 2026

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:24:17 +0000

This weeks episode is a bumper one. First, there's a review Cairn, the ambitious granular climbing simulator; then, there's a 50-game guide ot the games we have to look forward to in 2026. In the roundup: Balatro (... yup, again), and Assassin's Creed Origins, of all things.

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(00:00:00) Intro

(00:10:37) Cairn

(00:32:59) Indie game guide to 2026

(01:13:10) Outro

278: ARC Raiders

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:03:10 +0000

ARC Raiders is a multiplayer phenomenon and a surprise smash-hit that’s drawn in players not usually into that kind of thing: including me. To discuss, I’m joined by my ARC wingperson and MVP Ciarán Daly, to talk player behaviour, AI, emergent gameplay, and more.

In the roundup: ROG Ally X, MIO: Memories In Orbit, Cairn, Cauldron.

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277: GOTY 2025 — The Final Cut

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:06:21 +0000

After spending December playing GOTY catchup and posting deliberations with various brilliant guests, it's crunch time. This episode is my personal games of the year list for 2025.

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276: GOTY 2025 #3: The Listener Vote (with Blinkoom)

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:11:41 +0000

The votes are cast and counted, and it's time to unveil the results of the Gaming In The Wild patron GOTY vote 2025!

This annual fixture has slowly eclipsed my own GOTY list as the most-hype podcast of GOTY season in my mind. We had a record-breaking 50 voters, selecting 88 games, and one final winner. And to help me go through the results, I had one special guest: Blinkoom aka Steve from Indie Quest podcast. Enjoy the show, folks, it was a blast to create.

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Happy holidays folks — I'll be back before NYE with my personal GOTY episode in the final episode of the year.

00:00 Intro

04:30 Blink's Top Ten

51:54 Patron vote: lower ten

01:25:53 Patron vote: top ten

275: Skate Story, DISPATCH

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:50:06 +0000

This week's show is me catching up on a couple of intriguing late-year indie releases. Skate Story is a fantastical skating game where we play a demon skating out of hell to eat the moon — it's a masterclass in both skating mechanics and aesthetic. DISPATCH is the blockbuster visual novel that takes an original spin on a superhero story, with very human themes.

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274: GOTY 2025 #2 (with Brad from So Videogames)

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:00:56 +0000

This week's podcast is a GOTY roundup with Brad Gallaway from the excellent So Videogames podcast. Brad brings a mixture of big hitters and hidden gems, including at least four games I hadn't even heard of before, so open your wishlists, and enjoy his picks!

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273: GOTY 2025 #1 (with Ben from The Mimic's Veil)

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:25:43 +0000

GOTY season is upon us! This year's special guest series kicks off with Ben from The Mimic's Veil, who dropped by to talk Silksong hot takes, Clair Obscur, The Game Awards, Consume Me, and some of the indie gems that he's hoping to squeeze in before year end.

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272: November Indie Releases, Carimara, PowerWash Simulator 2

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 16:07:29 +0000

This week's episode has a big November indie game preview section, as well as some chat about PowerWash Simulator 2, Carimara: Beneath the Forlorn Limbs, Possessor(s), Kirby Air Riders global test, Battle Suit Aces, Turtle Beach's Atlas 200 headset, and more. Enjoy!

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271: Mouthwashing, Buckshot Roulette, Clover Pit, Next Fest

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:54:20 +0000

This week's episode is a an indie horror roundup, with mini-reviews of Buckshot Roulette and Clover Pit — the child (and grandchild) of Inscryption. The featured review is of Mouthwashing: a slowly unravelling space crew nightmare that's essential, but not for the faint of heart. Then finally, we have the community Next Fest roundup!

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270: BALL X PIT

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:48:37 +0000

BALL X PIT is close to perfect. It mixes diverse influences, from '80s arcade games, to '90s twin-stick shooters, bullet heavens, Balatro-likes, and the very best of the 2020s roguelike trend — all of which results in a compelling, addictive, and satisfyingly contemporary shoot ‘em up experience that stands shoulder to shoulder with its influences.

In the roundup: Next Fest community event, Hades 2, Ghost of Yotei, JS AUX Ally accessories.

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269: Hades II, Wander Stars, Death Stranding 2, TGS 25

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 19:57:47 +0000

This week's grab bag episode includes first thoughts on Hades II, mid-game thoughts on the charming turn-based cartoon battler Wander Stars, and (spoiler free) final thoughts on Death Standing 2: On The Beach.

In the roundup: all the news from the Tokyo Games Show, including the Nintendo, Xbox, Sony, and Annapurna directs that happened this month, and a light review of some Switch 2 accessories that Snakebyte sent my way.

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268: Silksong, Time Flies

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:56:26 +0000

Hollow Knight: Silksong is here! Join me as I recount my fraught and torrid journey through the kingdom of Pharloom. It's a wondrous place — immersive, vast, absorbing — but it's held within a game that's ruthlessly difficult, and trolls the player in a way that I've found difficult to enjoy.

In the roundup: Time Flies, Lumines Remastered, Snakebyte Switch 2 accessories.

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267: Hollow Knight, Herdling

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 20:27:40 +0000

Herdling is another vibey journey through a forlorn world from the young Okomotive studio. The shepherding gameplay is alternatively fun, clumsy, endearing, and frustrating, but overall, it’s a three-hour journey that is a must for indie game fans.

In the roundup: Hollow Knight, and Silksong pre-game!

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266: Sword of the Sea

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 16:42:08 +0000

Sword of the Sea is like playable dream. It combines the simplicity and wonder of Journey, the oceanic splendour of ABZU, and the searing speed of The Pathless into a mesmerising new form — it's the apotheosis of the Matt Nava formula.

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265: Wheel World

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:00:48 +0000

Wheel World is a free-flowing cycling game that's met with a surprisingly mixed reception, given the demo hype. It starts off well, but it's a game of two halves, in quite an unusual way.

In the roundup: Haste, Cipher Zero, Artis Impact, Ovis Loop, Heistgeist, Donkey Kong Bananza, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, and more.

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264: Scrabble meets Balatro in Word Play

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 19:40:03 +0000

Word Play is an ingenious new puzzle-roguelike that crosses the streams of Balatro and Scrabble. The result is a compelling little game with big potential.

In the roundup: Cipher Zero, Haste, Driftwood, Ritual of Raven, Time Flies, Death Standing 2, Wheel World, and more.

Here's that video of the Word Play dev talking about making his game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHKRWmfcMBw

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263: Donkey Kong Bananza

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 19:01:28 +0000

It's the Year of Kong! Nintendo's first "proper" (don't @ me, Mario Kart fans) Switch 2 blockbuster is here, and it's one for the books. Donkey Kong is now a fully realised modern Nintendo mascot as he smashes, dances, and chomps his way through a series of wonderfully designed, multi-layered levels that are simply a joy to experience. A couple of minor-ish quibbles stop it from being an unreserved 10/10, for me at least — but that doesn’t detract from the headline: it truly is Donkey Kong’s time.

In the roundup: Cipher Zero, Wildwood Down, Wheel World, Fretless: The Wrath of Riffson, The Drifter, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.

Indie Quest guest appearance: https://indiequest.buzzsprout.com/1425403/episodes/17508234-episode-115-keep-on-questin-indie-people-with-john-of-gaming-in-the-wild

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262: Midtris, Blade Chimera, DS2, Leaving Spotify & More

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:10:11 +0000

This week's pod is a roundup episode featuring Blade Chimera, Midtris, and Death Stranding 2. In the roundup: Tron Catalyst, Tiny Garden, Preserve, Wheel World.

I also talk about moving the podcast's hosting away from Spotify, given the unforgivable actions of the CEO, and discuss removing GITW from Spotify completely. For the record — Pocketcasts does it just as well; and YouTube Music has you covered if you have a YT Premium subscription.

Links mentioned:

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261: Death Stranding 2, Best of Next Fest

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 00:36:21 +0000

Hey folks! This week's pod gives some initial thoughts on Kojima's new joint Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, then runs through over 20 demos from the recent Steam Next Fest, including Ball X Pit, Herdling, MIO: Memories In Orbit, Hirogami, Death Howl, Gecko Gods, and more.

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260: Lost In Random: The Eternal Die

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:04:18 +0000

Post-Hades roguelikes are a dime a dozen, but Lost In Random: The Eternal Die stands head and shoulders above the pack. It matches the gold standard set by the Supergiant classic with its strong art style, tight combat, satisfying progression, and build variety. Unlike much of the genre, it also respects your time, and it takes luck, thought, and skill to craft a winning build, and earn a winning run.

In the roundup: Next Fest, Gecko Gods, MIO: Memories In Orbit, The Drifter, and more.

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259: Summer Game Fest & Showcase Roundup

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:31:10 +0000

Hello folks! Here's a little bonus episode taken from a YouTube video I put out this week — it's a rundown of some of the most interesting games spotted at the summer showcases so far, including Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs, State of Play, the Xbox Showcase, and the PC Gaming Showcase.

If you're listening in Spotify, you can see game footage as you listen. If you're listening elsewhere and wanna see the games, have a look over here: https://youtu.be/JvxovKLmM9I

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258: Switch 2! Plus Spilled, Symphonia, Star Overdrive & More

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:59:29 +0000

Switch 2 is here! This week's show reviews Nintendo's brand new hardware, and the launch lineup — and wonders whether Switch 2 can become another indie game powerhouse. There's also a review of Spilled, a lovely little eco-game about cleaning up waterways and making the world a better place.

In the roundup: Symphonia, Star Overdrive, Tainted Grail, Pipistrello & The Cursed Yoyo, Fast Fusion, Mario Kart World.

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257: Monster Train 2, Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Fri, 23 May 2025 17:00:00 +0000

This week's episode looks at the hot new deck builder sequel Monster Train 2, and does a deep dive into the muddled but enjoyable Dragon age: The Veilguard.

In the roundup: Star Wars Outlaws 'A Pirate's Fortune' DLC.

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256: Star Vaders, Drop Duchy, Tetris Forever

Sun, 18 May 2025 01:24:42 +0000

This week's show is a roguelike roundup, as I play some chilled out turn-based games as a Clair Obscur comedown.

Reviewed: Star Vaders and Drop Duchy. In the roundup: To a T, Monster Train 2, Tainted Grail: Fall of Avalon.

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And thanks for listening, as always!

255: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Sun, 11 May 2025 19:13:32 +0000

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a masterfully wrought FRPG (or J'RPG?) that combines a romantic high fantasy world with a bold, vivid, original big-swing story. The From-inspired combat veers between pulse-racing and frustrating — but for a game of this sky high quality, it's worth gritting your teeth and parrying your way to the remarkable finale.

In the roundup: Star Vaders, Drop Duchy, Monster Train 2.

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Thanks folks!

254: Kentucky Route Zero - Act V

Thu, 01 May 2025 18:43:28 +0000

This is the final part of the KRZ community playthrough, looking at the excellent interlude Un Pueblo de Nada, the gorgeous sun-soaked village of Act V, and the optional epilogue, Death of the Hired Man.

Thanks so much to everyone who has played along and sent in comments! This won't be the last time I play KRZ, but it might be the most special.

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Thanks everybody!

253: Blue Prince, Promise Mascot Agency

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:15:50 +0000

Promise Mascot Agency is a pocket-sized open world like no other. Playing a disgraced Yakuza consigned to a dying former mining town, it's part open-world collectathon, part management sim, and part visual novel. But none of that does justice to game's truly bizarre charm, or the unrestrained chaos and humour that make it ones of the best indie games of the year so far.

In the roundup: Clair Obscur, South of Midnight, Blue Prince, Drop Duchy, and more.

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252: London Games Festival

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:50:11 +0000

London Games Festival 2025 was a packed event this year, with events including New Game+, Now Play This, Good Game Dev Club, Darkfield At The Ditch, the BAFTA Awards, and more. I was in London for the festivities, and this episode is my report on the festival.

Games covered: Herdling, Will: Follow The Light, Passant, Beyond The Board, Battle Suit Aces, Gunboat God, Button Man, Moroi, Henry Halfhead, Time Flies, Wheel World, Lushfoil Photography Sim, All Will Rise, Treeplanter, and Vapourwave Pinball. Check out the Steam demos of some of these here: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/LondonGamesFestival2025.

In the roundup: Blue Prince, Promise Mascot Agency.

Thanks to Genny Dixon, Fergus Craig, Kim & Nathan, New Game+, and Ciaran Daly.

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Thanks for listening!

251: The Best Switch Indie Games

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Your host is off galavanting at the London Games Festival this week, so this episode a little inbetweener. It's a look back at the Nintendo Switch — which was *the* place to play indie games on console, for a while — and the great indies it'll be remembered for.

In the roundup: Lushfoil Photography Sim, Promise Mascot Agency, Koira.

This episode's audio is from a YouTube video you can watch here: https://youtu.be/48f-zXDkuaU

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And thanks for listening!

250: Kentucky Route Zero - Act IV

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 20:38:39 +0000

Act IV of KRZ takes the form of an epic river journey that feels like the centrepiece of the game. It's a voyage down the Echo River aboard the Mucky Mammoth, with the player no longer behind the wheel. We drift between the various members of our ragtag group, deepening our understanding of Ezra, Will, Junebug & Johnny, Shannon, and the ailing Conway, who seems to be losing his grip on the world.

As per this play along series, the pod is sprinkled with comments from patrons, pals, and listeners: thanks to Dovetail, Lenka, Zanem, Ray, Skogstokig, and Dave for chipping in. Y'all outdid yourselves in the act.

You can join this playthrough (and future ones like it) at ⁠http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild⁠. You also get 15 patron bonus episodes, an invite to the Discord community, and the warm feeling of knowing you're supporting me in making this podcast.

I'm away from my home studio for a couple of weeks starting tomorrow, but there's some Gaming In The Wild scheduled for YouTube later this week: http://youtube.com/gaminginthewild.

And I'll be posting on social media from the road: ⁠http://gaminginthewild.com⁠.

Thanks for listening, back soon!

249: Dawnfolk, Assassin's Creed Shadows

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 01:07:18 +0000

This week we really do run the gamut of indie to AAA with reviews of tile-based solo dev strategy game Dawnfolk, and the latest Ubisoft blockbuster Assassin's Creed Shadows. Thanks to both developers for supplying review codes!

In the roundup: Everhood 2, Monster Hunter Wilds, Promise Mascot Agency.

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And thanks for listening!

248: Kentucky Route Zero - Act III

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:36:37 +0000

The third act of Kentucky Route Zero is a chunky one, featuring some new and recurring characters, pivotal story moments, and arguably the most iconic scene in the game.

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Thanks for listening!

247: The Best of Steam Next Fest

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:19:29 +0000

This week's episode takes a little breather from the KRZ playthrough as people catch up with Acts II & III. There's a good reason for that: Steam Next Fest happened last week, and a lot of people dived right into the ocean of demos.

In fact, the GITW patron community played over 150 demos collectively then voted on their favourites. So this episode we have some honourable mentions, the community's top five, and then my own top five best of the fest. (You can watch the video version of the main segment here: https://youtu.be/nVfZDZIbq3A.)

I also discuss the channel's recent little patron influx, and talk about trying to make podcasting and video-making into a part time job. If you're up for supporting me on that road, thank you so much — head here: https://www.patreon.com/gaminginthewild. And big thanks to boss tier patrons Shy Guy and Hollow, and new patrons Paolo, Rob, Gerudo, Bayleafu, Noah, Ethan, Dom, Brandon, Jeremy, and Toph. And all the veteran patrons too!

In the roundup: AC Shadows, Everhood 2, Wanderstop, Monster Hunter Wilds.

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And elsewhere on social media: http://gaminginthewild.carrd.co

And as always, thanks for listening, enjoy the show!

246: Kentucky Route Zero - Act II

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:12:16 +0000

This is second episode of the KRZ deep dive series and community playthrough. We cover Act II of the game — the Bureau of Reclaimed Spaces, The Zero, Random Access Self Storage, The Museum of Dwellings, and the Forest — and the second interlude, an interactive play entitled 'The Entertainment'.

Thanks to everyone in the patron Discord who submitted comments and questions! Join them in supporting the show, and play along with us: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

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And thanks for listening!

245: Kentucky Route Zero - Act I

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:01:34 +0000

The Kentucky Route Zero deep-dive begins! To mark five years of GITW, we're going back to the game that started it all. The first episode looks at Act I of the game, and the first interlude 'Limits And Demonstrations'.

This game is a breakthrough, a landmark, and a high water mark for video games as art. Its acts and interludes contain multitudes: digital art exhibits, interactive poetry, a fully staged play complete with audience, and a tangled web of scenes, characters, and histories. At its heart lies a story about people falling through the cracks of America – but it contains so much more than that.

It's also a GITW community playthrough, with patrons of the podcast playing along and offering insights and questions that become part of the pod. Feel free to play along, or to join the Patreon and add your own input for the next episodes at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Thanks for listening!

244: The Best Indie Games of the 2020s

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:19:20 +0000

Gaming in the Wild is five! And to celebrate, here's a special episode: a rundown of the 20 best indie games I've covered since the podcast began.

Show your appreciation, support the show, and help me hit 100 patrons target! http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild

YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xbNKMtNKP8

Thanks for listening everyone! and extra-special thanks to everyone in the Discord community. Here's to five more years ! <3

243: Ultros Book Launch & The Ludocene App with Andy Robertson

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:13:09 +0000

This week's podcast features an interview with Andy Robertson, the veteran game critic who's launching Ludocene, a new kind of game discovery app. We also reflect on the launch of the Ultros: Design Works book and the podcast's forthcoming fifth birthday, including our community Kentucky Route Zero playthrough!

Pre-Order the Ultros book: http://lostincult.co.uk

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Thanks for listening everybody! Onwards!

(00:00) Musical intro

(00:30) Pod begins

(01:34) Ultros: Design Works is Go!

(05:45) Podcast 5th Birthday & Patreon Drive

(09:30) Andy Robertson on the Ludocene App

242: Interview - Citizen Sleeper 2 Creator Gareth Damian Martin

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:30:25 +0000

**Note: CS2 SPOILERS WITHIN!**

I'm joined this week by Citizen Sleeper 2 creator Gareth Damian Martin, who dropped by on the eve of the game's release to talk about space kelp, slamhounds, farm stacks, and how they created one of the most compelling sci-fi worlds in all of video games.

See a video version and sub to my channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtf6G9RAHJc

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Thanks for listening!

241: Citizen Sleeper 2 - Starward Vector

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:10:14 +0000

This week's episode is a review of Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector. It's an ambitious, intelligent, heartfelt sequel, and the first must-play indie game of 2025.

Also: many thanks to the show's biggest supporter Magic Mind! Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: ⁠https://www.magicmind.com/GAMINGLTJAN⁠. Every order supports the podcast, and there's a no-questions-asked guaranteed refund if you don't like it!

As always, thanks to all the show’s 92 patrons - you, too, can support this podcast and get patron-exclusive bonus episodes at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Find the podcast on social media via http://gaminginthewild.com. I'd like to hear from you!

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Thanks for listening!

240: Citizen Sleeper 2, FFVII: Rebirth, Xbox Developer Direct

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 16:14:45 +0000

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This week's episode is a newsy roundup featuring the 2025 Xbox Developer Direct (Ninja Gaiden 4, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Doom: The Dark Ages), plus a preview of the imminent Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, and some thoughts on the PC release of Final Fantasy FVII: Rebirth.

In the roundup: Afterlife EP, Eternal Strands, Hangry.

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239: The Big 2025 Indie Games Preview

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:54:10 +0000

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This week's episode is a look ahead at all the intriguing indie games coming out this year. In the roundup: Dragon Age - The Veilguard, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Balatro. See the video version of the main segment here to check out the games in action: https://youtu.be/Wjfc7bKO50I?si=wkT9jMHrGjkQLNgz.

If you like this podcast, you can support it on Patreon. You get instant access to 15 bonus podcast episodes, and an invite to join the awesome patron community: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Thanks to new supporters Michael, Glenn, Meisuko, and Garrick. Also thanks to loyal patrons and tier upgraders Juzzy, Zanem, and Andre, and boss tier patrons Hollow, Mike Sampier, and Shy Guy.

And finally, thanks Dovetail for helping me organise the 2025 game release spreadsheet. Dovetail also maintains this Steam curator page, so you can see if games you're browsing come pod-recommended: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening everybody!

238: GOTY 2024 - The Final Cut

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 17:54:40 +0000

Just under the wire on New Year's Eve — I bring you the Games of the Year Final Cut episode, aka my own top ten games of 2024. And not a Starfield in sight.

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Thanks for listening everyone, and see you in 2025!

(00:00) Intro

(05:00) Shout outs & honorable mentions

(21:15) Top Ten

(41:12) Top Five

(01:03:48) Thanks & outro

237: GOTY 2024 - The Listener Vote & Blinkoom's Games of the Year

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 02:24:09 +0000

GOTY season continues! This bumper episode features returning special guest Blinkoom, who dropped by to talk about the Indie Game Awards, the podcast’s patron GOTY vote, and to share his own 2024 faves. It was a great conversation — enjoy!

Find Blink on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Blinkoom

And Twitch: https://m.twitch.tv/blinkoom/home

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Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Open

(00:03:24) Hello Blink!

(00:12:08) The Indie Game Awards

(00:32:00) Discord Vote - Honourable Mentions

(01:02:10) Discord Vote - Top Ten

(01:27:48) Discord Vote - Top Five

(02:04:35) Blink's Final Picks

(02:17:55) Outro

236: GOTY 2024 - Ciarán Daly's Games of the Year 2024

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 02:35:57 +0000

The third episode in the 2024 games of the year season features special guest Ciarán Daly, a friend of the show, a journalist, and — as of 2024 — a gamedev-in-training. We had a great chat about his faves of the last twelve months including Animal Well, NanoApostle, The Legend of Zelda - Echoes of Wisdom, Lorelei & The Laser Eyes, Wilmot Works It Out, Balatro, Fountains, and 1000xRESIST.

Support this pod: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild

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Thanks for listening!

00:00 Intro

03:30 Guest segment begins

19:52 Game Awards predictions

30:19 GOTY chat

01:50:32 Outro

235: GOTY 2024 - Erik Dovetail's Games of the Year 2024

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 01:32:04 +0000

This week’s episode welcomes first-time guest Erik, aka Dovetail — a friend of the pod, and host of the Pages of Play podcast. His show focuses on video game stories, and so do his GOTY picks for 2024.

Discussed in this episode show: Arco, Flintlock, Minds Beneath Us, Two Falls, Caravan SandWitch, 1000xRESIST, and Ultros.

Follow Pages of Play on Bluesky — https://bsky.app/profile/dovetail.bsky.social — and find the podcast wherever you like to listen.

You can support this show on Patron to join our Discord community and vote in the listener GOTYs: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Thanks for listening!

234: GOTY Kickoff - Brad Gallaway's Games of the Year 2024

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 20:45:00 +0000

GOTY season is go!

As December approaches, my favourite season of the podcasting year is here. Every December, I rope in some guests, friends, and follow podcasters to discuss their favourite games of the year, with a particular emphasis on little cool Indies that may have fallen through the cracks.

The first guest is Brad Gallaway, a veteran game critic and host of the 'So... Videogames!' podcast. Brad had some wonderful picks as always, including a couple of lesser-spotted indies that went directly onto my wishlist.

Find So... Videogames!: https://gamecritics.com/category/podcasts/so-videogames/

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Heartfelt thanks to my 84 patrons for helping the show to run. Thanks everybody! ✌️

233: Metaphor: ReFantazio, The (Indie) Game Awards

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 21:21:43 +0000

This week's episode is a spoiler-free deep dive into epic JRPG Metaphor: ReFantazio, after 40 hours of play.

In the roundup: Stray comes to Switch — but how much of the game made it? Plus Empire of the Ants, The Game Awards '24 nominees, and the arrival of the fantastic and much needed Indie Game Awards: check them out at http://indiegameawards.gg and help amplify what they're doing!

As always, thanks to the shows 84 patrons: join us yourself from the teeny tiny price of $1 a month to support this show — http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You get a patron-only Discord invite, and a catalogue of 14 bonus podcasts!

Also, feel free to say hi to me on social media — links via http://gaminginthewild.com.

Thanks for listening!

232: Europa, Eastward, Metaphor: ReFantazio

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

This episode's featured game is Europa: a lighter than air 3D platformer that's inspired by Studio Ghibli and Journey. It has a fresh look, satisfying flying and gliding, and a concise sci-fi story.

In the roundup — Metaphor: Refantazio, Eastward, Beastieball, Interstate 35, and more.

The month-ahead video for November: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k67NDK3nnmo

Support the show on Patreon to get 14 bonus episodes and join the show's lovely Discord community: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild

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Big thanks to my 84 patrons, and especially boss tier patrons Hollow & Mike Sampier.

Thanks for listening!

231: Wilmot Works It Out

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:07:42 +0000

Wilmot Works It Out is a relaxing puzzle game about doing multiple jigsaws at once, with a tight core concept, a light, playful story, and a lot of charm.

In the roundup: Europa, RE4R, Drive Rally, and more.

Join the Patreon for 14 bonus episodes and more fun perks: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Find me on social media as @gaminginthewild.

Thanks for listening!

230: Neva

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:24:37 +0000

This episode takes a deep dive into the aesthetic, emotional, Ghibli-inspired world of Neva, the second Nomada Studios game after the beloved Gris. It has the same fantastic watercoloured art and emotional tone, and adds some more video gamey elements like health, combat, and fail states — for better, and for worse.

In the roundup: Cat Quest 3, Warhammer 40k: Space Marine II, the latest Xbox showcase, Wheel World, The Legend Of Baboo, FBC Firebreak, and more.

A link to that Pre-Order Bonus Podcast I mention, where I was a guest at talk about Star Wars Outlaws: https://www.buzzsprout.com/747596/episodes/15923732-star-wars-outlaws-w-john-from-gaming-in-the-wild

And a link to the show's Patreon — support the pod for bonus episodes, a Discord invite, patron-only behind-the-scenes blog posts, and more: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Thanks everyone!

229: The Plucky Squire, Balatro, Outlaws, October Games, & More

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 18:06:25 +0000

This packed episode includes the Golden Joysticks nominees, some first thoughts on The Plucky Squire, and some final thoughts on Balatro and Star Wars Outlaws.

In the roundup: Stardiver, Frostpunk 2, NanoApostle, Phoenix Springs, Drive Rally, Mouthwashing and Clickholding.

And as always, thanks to all the show’s patrons - support this pod and get extra bonus podcasts at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

You can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter Dovetail: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Music this week: The Plucky Squire - Cosmic, Peace In Zip's Mug, Sunset / Balatro Theme / Night In The Wood - Possum Springs

Thanks for listening!

228: Caravan SandWitch

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 21:09:58 +0000

The pod's back with a review of lovely French indie game Caravan SandWitch. It's a mellow, low-key open world exploration game set on a dusty, post-industrial sci-fi planet. The game’s story and dialogue have problems, but driving your trusty yellow van around this gorgeous little world makes up for it.

Also mentioned: Astro Bot, Ghost of Yotei, The Midnight Walk, Fear The Spotlight, Lego Horizon, Horizon Zero Dawn, Soul Reaver: Legacy of Kain, Switch 2, Annapurna Interactive.

Support the pod and join the community: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Find me on all social media: @gaminginthewild.

Thanks to all the patrons, and especially boss tier patrons Schei Guy and Mike Sampier. Thanks for listening!

227: Astro Bot, Outlaws, Q&A

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:49:39 +0000

This week’s episode has some chat about Astro Bot, Arco and Star Wars Outlaws, before settling into a super fun listener Q&A about games, food, spoiler levels and preferences, travel destinations, and more.

Thanks to all the show's patrons, and shout out to boss tier patrons Mike Sampier and Schei Guy! Join the Patreon at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for an invite to the patron-only discord, and to gain access to the bonus episode back catalogue.

Music this week: There Is A Then from 1000xRESIST, Silent Grove from Hauntii, and Possum Springs from Night In The Woods.

226: September Games, More Star Wars Outlaws

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 01:10:28 +0000

It’s the start of a new month, so this week’s pod takes a look at the top games that are coming out in September. We also recap the Nintendo Direct news, and talk more about Star Wars Outlaws.

And as always, thanks to all the show’s 75 patrons - including boss tier patrons Schei Guy and Mike Sampier. Support this pod and get extra bonus podcasts at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Music this week:

Grass Valley from Islets / Mushroom Forest from Hauntii / Star Wars Outlaws theme / Possum Springs from Night In The Woods.

Thanks for listening!

225: Star Wars Outlaws

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 11:30:00 +0000

I've been quietly playing Star Wars Outlaws all week, and dying to share some thoughts about it! It's good guys, and if you love original Star Wars and a bit of comfort food open world Ubi-stuff, you might be in for a treat.

And as always, thanks to all the show’s 76 patrons - support this pod and get extra bonus podcasts at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Music this week:

Stowaway from Armored Core VI, various tracks from Eco One, Possum Springs from Night In The Woods

Thanks for listening!

224: One Btn Bosses, Phantom Spark & More

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 13:56:28 +0000

This week's show rounds up arcade shooter One Btn Bosses, pixel RPG Arco, an early glimpse at Mika & The Witch's Mountain, sci-fi racer Phantom Spark, and the Star Wars: Bounty Hunter remaster.

As always, thanks to all the show’s 74 patrons - support this pod and get extra bonus podcasts at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Extra special thanks to boss tier patrons Schei Guy and Mike.

Music this week:

Syouki Takahashi - Cinematic Atmosphere / Arco - Credits / Night In The Woods - Possum Springs

(0:00) Intro Music

(00:21) Start

(04:38) Arco

(06:12) One Btn Bosses

(12:55) Mika & The Witch's Mountain

(22:14) Star Wars: Bounty Hunter

(25:09) Phantom Spark

(30:30) Outro

Thanks for listening!

223: Nobody Wants To Die, Dungeons of Hinterberg, Creatures of Ava & More

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 18:37:31 +0000

This week’s episode is a grab bag of forthcoming and recently released indie games, including: Arco, Phantom Spark, Nobody Wants To Die, Dungeons of Hinterberg, and Creatures of Ava.

Links mentioned:

So Videogames Episode 400: https://gamecritics.com/brad-gallaway/so-videogames-episode-400/

Pages of Play 1000xRESIST episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jRlJXOdBz3tguXtkyGRs1?si=lAMUuSz9RcmVYn5I9eXMwg

My guest spot on the Pre-Order Bonus show: https://www.patreon.com/posts/indie-w-gaming-107983517

And as always, thanks to all the show’s 74 patrons - support this pod and get extra bonus podcasts from $1 a month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Music this week:

Nobody Wants To Die Theme / Hinterwald Dungeons Explore from Dungeons of Hinterberg / Neon Wants A Drink from Nobody Saves The World / Possum Springs from Night In The Woods

Thanks for listening!

(00:00) Intro Music

(00:32) Pod starts

(02:22) Podcast reccos

(05:56) Patreon

(07:00) Phantom Spark

(09:47) Arco

(13:52) Nobody Wants To Die

(21:16) Dungeons of Hinterberg

(24:53) Creatures of Ava

(30:21) Ending

222: Thank Goodness You're Here

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 22:16:33 +0000

This’s week's episode gives a recap of the podcast's recent downtime, and then covers some hecking video games. British gross-out comedy “slapformer” Thank Goodness You’re Here is the featured game, and Crypt Custodian, Star Wars Outlaws, and Nobody Wants To Die are in the roundup.

Links mentioned:

August game releases video: https://youtu.be/a82B6mwdCww?si=fVw7WxRESzAtJiYq

Grapevine author page: https://grapevine.is/author/john-rogers/

Icelandic gamedev scene coverage: https://grapevine.is/tag/gaming/

Grapevine game scene cover story: https://grapevine.is/mag/feature/2024/07/26/playing-the-game-inside-icelands-game-development-scene/

And as always, thanks to all the show’s patrons, including new patrons Reuben, Shaun, Adam, Ant, and Madeleine. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, and getting bonus patron episodes and a Discord invite, you can do so at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks, it all helps!

You can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Music this week:

Stroll by Syouki Takahashi via Pixabay/Creative Commons, Canal Jam from Thank Goodness You’re Here, Possum Springs from Night In The Woods

Thanks for listening!

221: Islets, RKGK, Listener Q&A

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 14:50:33 +0000

This week I chat about Islets and RKGK, and answer some listener questions about open world games, the best ever consoles, underrated indies, '80s movies, pineapple on pizza, and lots more besides.

And as always, thanks to all the show’s patrons, including new patrons Shaun, Adam, Ant, and Madeleine. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, and getting bonus patron episodes and a Discord invite, you can do so at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks, it all helps!

Music this week:

‘Grass Valley’ and ‘Iridescent Creatures’ from Islets, and ‘Possum Springs’ from Night in the Woods.

Thanks for listening!

220: July Indie Game Preview

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 21:58:57 +0000

This week’s episode is a look at the indie games coming out in the month of July, including: Flock, Arranger, Slider, Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus, Gestalt Steam & Cinder, Nobody Wants To Die, SCHiM, Dunegons of Hinterberg, A Star Named EOS, Été, and more.

And as always, thanks to all the show’s patrons, including new patrons Shaun, Adam, Ant, and Madeleine, and boss-tier patron Mike Sampier. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, and getting bonus patron episodes and a Discord invite, you can do so at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks, it all helps!

Music this week:

Various tracks from The Garden Path, SCHiM, and Night in the Woods.

Thanks for listening!

219: Still Wakes The Deep

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 00:17:59 +0000

Still Wakes The Deep is the latest from The Chinese Room, featuring some excellent environmental design, great Scottish voice acting, a convincing disaster scenario, and not-so-hot gameplay.

In the roundup: Times & Galaxy, Riven, Grapple Dogs.

And as always, thanks to all the show’s 79 patrons. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, and getting bonus patron episodes and a Discord invite, you can do so at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Music this week: Various tracks from Still Wakes The Deep OST, Possum Springs from Night In The Woods.

Thanks for listening!

218: Steam Next Fest Roundup, Nintendo Direct & More

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 20:42:42 +0000

This week's podcast covers the June '24 Steam Next Fest, with a roundup of over 30 exciting forthcoming indie games. We also have some Best Of The Fest picks from myself, and the podcast Discord community vote.

In the roundup: Still Wakes The Deep, Surmount, Star Stuff, and the Nintendo Direct news.

You can support this show and join the community at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild, and find social links and so forth at http://gaminginthwild.com.

Thanks to patron Dovetail for organising the Patreon vote. Check out their new podcast Pages of Play: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yHrOPlMwAvWhl2Tq153GZ?si=j40dky-VQ4mSWNgY-zEsfg

Music: Syouki Takahashi - Stroll (via Pixabay under Creative Commons), various tracks by Rhys Lindsay from Exo One, Possum Springs from Night In The Woods

217: Caravan SandWitch, And New Games Galore

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 17:35:19 +0000

This week show surfs the tidal wave of game reveals, showcases, news, and trailers with a look at the Women-Led Games Showcase, Xbox Showcase, and the Future Games Showcase. I also talk about the ongoing Steam Next Fest, and the excellent Caravan SandWitch demo. You can join the podcast community at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild, and support at any tier for an invite to the Discord, and a bunch of bonus episodes and blog posts. Check out the YouTube channel for some chill game videos, and find me on social media to say hello — all the links: http://gaminginthewild.com. There's also a Steam Curator page here, so if you can see if what you're browsing comes pod-recommended: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529. Music: Midnight Forest, Stroll, and Side Street by Syouki Takahashi, provided by Pixabay under Creative Commons.

216: Tiny Terry's Turbo Trip, Summer Game Fest 2024

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 17:11:48 +0000

Keighley’s summer circus is in town, so this episode we take a look at the news and highlights from Summer Game Fest and Day of the Devs, including: Cairn, Neva, Battle Suit Aces, Possessor(s), Wanderstop, Project C, Simpler Times, Koira, Arranger, Psychroma, Building Relationships, Afterlove EP, Phoenix Springs, Tenets, Anger Foot, and more.

In the roundup: Tiny Terry’s Turbo Trip, Nine Sols.

Big thanks to Magic Mind, the episode's sponsor—it's a concentration shot that I really like: http://magicmind.com.

And thanks to all the show’s 72 patrons, including new patrons Che, Josh, Mala, Torfi, and boss-tier patron Mike Sampier. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, and getting bonus patron episodes and a Discord invite, you can do so at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks, it all helps!

Music this week:

Chase The Wind / Mystery of the Mushrooms from Terry’s Turbo Trip, Matsutake from Citizen Sleeper, Rattlebrook from The Wild At Heart, Celestial Fields from Paradise Marsh, Possum Springs from Night In The Woods.

Thanks for listening!

215: Senua's Saga, Arctic Eggs, The Rogue Prince of Persia, June Indies

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 18:48:09 +0000

This week's show is a bit of a grab bag. We start off with a look at the month of indie releases ahead, then mini-reviews of Arctic Eggs, The Rogue Prince of Persia, Hauntii, and Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2.

And as always, many thanks to all the show’s 68 patrons, and especially the very first Boss Tier patron, Mike Sampier. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so starting from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

You can find me on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

214: Interview - 1000xRESIST Developer Remy Siu

Fri, 24 May 2024 15:19:45 +0000

This week's episode is an interview with Remy Siu, the creative director of the recently released 1000xRESIST. It's a phenomenally good game that pushes video game storytelling forward in several interesting ways. Our discussion touched on games-as-art, diasporic narratives, working through Covid, the origins of "hekki", hooking up with Fellow Traveller, the incredible player and critical response, and lots more. Thanks to Remy for coming on, and enjoy the show!

Links & Stuff

Support this podcast on Patreon: ⁠http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild⁠

Say hi on on social media: http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild

Follow the show's YouTube channel for more: ⁠http://youtube.com/gaminginthewild⁠

Steam curator page maintained by pod patron Dovetail: ⁠⁠https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529

Articles mentioned in the show:

Natalie Flores for Paste: https://www.pastemagazine.com/games/1000xresist/insist-on-1000xresist-one-of-2024s-best-new-games

Cohost article by Kastelpls: https://cohost.org/highimpactsex/post/5960606-1000x-resist-is-a-gam

213: Little Kitty Big City, Dread Delusion, Turbo Kid, Mullet Madjack & More

Sun, 19 May 2024 00:29:02 +0000

Little City, Big City is a short, low-stakes adventure in which side-quests, baubles, and opportunities for mischief catch your eye at every turn. It's a welcome bout of easy-breezy escapism in a stacked month of more involved games.

In the roundup: Animal Well, Mullet Madjack, Dread Delusion, Turbo Kid, Dungeons of Hinterberg.

And as always, many thanks to all the show’s patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community.

You can also come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

212: 1000xRESIST

Mon, 13 May 2024 02:37:20 +0000

1000xRESIST is ostensibly a sci-fi tale about a far future society, formed after a disastrous epidemic decimates humanity. But it's a game that never stops growing, weaving a complex tapestry of memorable characters, far-reaching subject matter, poetic dialogue, and unforgettable moments both intimate and shocking. It's a dizzyingly intelligent masterpiece that I'll be thinking about for years to come.

In the roundup: the class of May 9th - Animal Well, Little Kitty Big City, Crow Country, and Cryptmaster.

And as always, many thanks to all the show’s patrons. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And finally, check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue to see if games you're browsing come pod-recommended: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529.

211: May Indie Preview: Hauntii, Nine Sols, 1000xResist, Animal Well, & More

Tue, 07 May 2024 19:10:31 +0000

May is absolutely stacked with top-tier indie releases, so in this episode I take a look my top ten games coming out this month. Games covered: Indika, Animal Well, 1000xResist, Little Kitty Big City, Crow Country, Cryptmaster, Lorelei & The Laser Eyes, Paper Trail, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, Hauntii, and Nine Sols.

In the roundup: Moebius-inspired village builder Synergy, and my first results using the ROG Ally as a desktop PC.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

210: The WASD Episode

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 19:09:23 +0000

This week’s episode is about the WASD video game festival that happened in London last weekend. It was super fun to go a showcase like this for the first time – I met up with some developers, games industry folks, and podcasting pals, and got to play tonnes of exciting unreleased games on the show floor, including: NanoApostle, Pine Hearts, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, Paper Trail, Zephon, Data Garden, Echo of the Waves, Wax Heads, and Crackernuts.

And as always, many thanks to all the show’s patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the podcast on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community.

If you enjoy the show, you can also come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And finally, check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

209: Mars After Midnight, April Indie World Direct

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:40:31 +0000

This week's episode is a little roundup. We start with the Nintendo Indie World Direct, including previews of Lorelai & The Laser Eyes, Yars Rising, Bzzzt, Sticky Business, and some other show highlights, before moving onto a 1000xResist preview, and a featured game review of Lucas Pope's Playdate offering Mars After Midnight. There's also a little preview of WASD Live at the end, which I'll be attending in London next week.

Some links mentioned in the show:

1000xResist demo review show: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaminginthewild/episodes/188-1000xRESIST--Teardown--Worldless--Coral-Island-e2cehan

YouTube: http://youtube.com/gaminginthewild

WASD Live: http://wasdlive.com

And as always, many thanks to the show’s 62 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529

Thanks for listening!

208: Children Of The Sun

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 16:58:35 +0000

This week we look at "the feel-bad game of the year", the grim and compelling magic bullet snipe-fest: Children of the Sun.

In the roundup: Botany Manor, Pepper Grinder, Broken Roads, Dragon's Dogma 2, and a look at the Triple-i Initiative's first showcase.

If you enjoy the show, find more like it on the YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/gaminginthewild.

You can support the show on Patreon from $1 a month, to get extra podcasts, a patron Discord invite, and other fun perks: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Big thanks to the newest patrons Fergus, JD, Steve, Liz, Libby and Daniel.

Finally, find the show on all social media as @gaminginthewild, and follow the show's Steam curator page here to see if what you're browsing comes pod-recommended! https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

207: Stellar Blade, Minishoot' Adventures, Dystopika, Indika, & More

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 20:55:59 +0000

This week's episode is a roundup of demos you can try right now: Stellar Blade, Minishoot' Adventures, Dystopika, Indika, and Valley Peaks.

In the roundup: this month's Game Pass, PS+, and Epic freebies, including The Outer Worlds, Kona, Ghostrunner, Immortals of Aveum, and more.

Check out the YouTube for some fresh videos at: http://youtube.com/gaminginthewild.

And many thanks to the show’s newest patrons Zibby, Daniel and Fergus! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

206: Return To Grace, Marvel Snap, April Indie Releases

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 20:01:38 +0000

Return To Grace is a perfect game for Game Pass: short, interesting, and done in a couple of hours. It's a sci-fi walking sim that raises some interesting questions about the future of AI. I also got addicted to Marvel Snap.

In the April release roundup: Botany Manor, Children of the Sun, Broken Roads, Harold Halibut, Pine Harbour No Rest For The Wicked, Tales of Kanzera ZAU, SandLand, Another Crab's Treasure, Manor Lords, and Stellar Blade.

Links I mention:

Deckbuilder video: https://youtu.be/VcsByllnDkE?

ROG Ally video: https://youtu.be/m_IF-gLjyI4

And as always, many thanks to the show’s 57 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

205: Dragon's Dogma 2, Playdate, GDC & PAX East News

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 17:26:33 +0000

This week's show is a grab bag episode. We start off with a few updates, some Dragon's Dogma chat, a look at FFVII REbirth's fidelity patch, and some first impressions of the Playdate console. The back half of the show is some impressions of demos from GDC & Pax East.

Games covered: The Wreck, Whitewater Wipeout, Casual Birder, Mars After Midnight, Harold Halibut, Hauntii, Animal Well, Phantom Spark, SandLand, Always In Mind, Anger Foot, Sorry We're Closed.

And check out my Youtube channel for loads more stuff! http://youtube.com/gaminginthewild

And as always, many thanks to the show’s 70 patrons, including the newest patron Mike! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

Bonus Pod: A Short Essay On Horizon Zero Dawn

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 17:16:18 +0000

I've been making a few video essays over on YouTube lately, and had a couple of requests for them to be added to the podcast feed. So I'm trying it out. If you're on Spotify, you can watch video with this episode, and if not, I hope you enjoy the audio here.

This one is a short essay about the Horizon series, which seems blessed with high sales and critical reception, but cursed in being critically overshadowed by era-defining games that released just weeks away.

The YouTube video for anyone who wants it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIRDt-yApRY.

Thanks for listening! And let me know if you do/don't want more like in the feed.

Patreon: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild

More: http://gaminginthewild.com

204: FFVIIR Intermission & Rebirth, Summerhouse, Geometry Survivor

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 17:30:42 +0000

This week's show looks at FFVIIR Intermission and the newly released Rebirth, a cute cabin builder called Summerhouse, and a bullet heaven called Geometry Survivor.

In the roundup: WASD Live, Enshrouded, Solium Infernum, Snufkin; Melody of Moominvalley, Pepper Grinder, and Floramancer: Seeds & Spirits.

I also talk about the fun of making YouTube videos about games. See some recent videos about things like video game stories, the lasting appeal of Horizon Zero Dawn, and indie games with pocket-sized open worlds here: http://youtube.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, many thanks to the show’s 69 patrons, including the latest patrons Lissa, Ciara, and Stu! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

This week's music by Alex-Productions, Musictown, Syouki Takahashi, and Yevhenii Kovalenko and provided by Pixabay and http://www.free-stock-music.com. Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0).

203: Balatro, FFVIIR, Pacific Drive, Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 18:03:41 +0000

This week's show is a roundup episode. There are some thoughts after seeing credits on FFVIIR, and impressions of Pacific Drive, Akka Arrh, and Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game. We run through the March indie releases, and finish with a review of the addictive joker poker phenom Balatro.

I also talk about being laid off in the video game industry, and about the process of making more stuff for the pod's YouTube channel.

And a big thank you to the show’s 67 patrons, including the newest members Lissa, Ciara, ScheiGuy and NickolaiAtKnight! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And finally, check out this Steam curator page by podcast supporter DovetailTrue to see if games you're browsing come pod-recommended: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

202: Interview - Ultros Dev Hugo Bille, On Making The First Gardenvania

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:37:13 +0000

This week's show is an interview with Hugo Bille from Hadoque, the developers of Ultros. We talked about video game ecosystems, Metroidvania design tricks, audacious gardening mechanics, and lots more. And a big thank you to the show’s latest patrons, ScheiGuy and NikolaiAtKnight, If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s Discord community. You can also say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue to see if Steam games you're browsing come pod-approved! https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

201: Ultros

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:13:16 +0000

Ultros is a dazzlingly creative indie game that revitalises the Metroidvania genre. The prismic visuals and symphonic score are a sensual treat, and the game’s ingenious ecosystem slowly blooms into a map-spanning meta-puzzle that demands patience, observation, curiosity, and creativity. It's the first must-play game of 2024. In the roundup: Nintendo Direct, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, Ender Lilies, and more. And a big thank you to the show's newest patron, ScheiGuy! Join them and 60 others at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to support the show, get access to a catalogue of 10+ bonus episodes, and score an invite to the show’s patron Discord. You're also welcome to come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue to see when games you're browsing come pod-recommended: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

200: Keepin' It 200 - Q&A Special

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 00:40:56 +0000

Gaming In The Wild podcast is four years old and 200 episodes deep this week! To celebrate the landmark, the show's patrons and listeners suggested a Q&A episode. So I opened up the floor, and had over 50 questions submitted from Discord and social media, about video games, film, travel, books, Iceland, and life generally. Which video game smells worst? What games would I take into space to introduce aliens to humanity? Have a listen to find out. Thanks to everyone who submitted a question! Normal service will be resumed next week with the Ultros episode. Here's the Spotify playlist of my fave video game music that I mention in the show: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1EOxsTyEwIbVK7qyRGSPXG?si=63f7bc62f24f480b And thanks to the show's 60 patrons! Support the show at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild, and find me on social media via http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening everybody, and here's to another hundred!

199: The Best of Next Fest - Ultros, Flock, Beastieball, Hauntii, & More

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 20:33:41 +0000

This week I dived into Steam Next Fest, covering demos for: Ultros, Flock, Beastieball, Hauntii, Albatros, Arco, Summerhosue, Pacific Drive, Pepper Grinder, Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley, ZAU, and more.

And as always, many thanks to the show’s 56 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

198: Armored Core VI, Go Mecha Ball, Feb Releases, & More

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 14:30:08 +0000

This week's episode starts with a look at the month ahead, including new and upcoming PS+ and Game Pass additions, Steam Next Fest, and some highlights of the Feb release calendar. In the roundup: new twin-stick shooter Go Mecha Ball, the Constance demo, and Armored Core VI: Fires Of Rubicon. And as always, many thanks to the show’s patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

197: Demo Roundup: Beastieball, Helskate, The Cub, Harold Halibut, & More

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 17:12:40 +0000

This week’s show is a roundup episode of some newly available Steam demos. Namely: Beastieball, Helskate, Harold Halibut, and The Cub. In the roundup: the Immortality Design Works book, and Prince of Persia - The Lost Crown. And as always, many thanks to the show’s 59 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

196: Lies Of P

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 18:34:03 +0000

Lies of P is a deeply impressive Soulslike with tight combat, beautiful environments, and a nightmarish gothic-horror world. It makes some welcome player-friendly tweaks to FromSoft's punishing formula, but is held back when it adheres to the genre's dogma.

In the roundup: Sephonie, Suica Game, En Garde.

And many thanks to the show’s 58 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

195: The 2024 Indie Game Preview

Sat, 13 Jan 2024 19:59:39 +0000

It's time for the big indie game preview for 2024!

Ganes featured (24, funnily enough): The Cub, Ultros, Pacific Drive, Open Roads, Mina The Hollower, 1000xResist, Harold Halibut, Still Wakes The Deep, Nine Sols, No Rest For The Wicked, Nivalis, Earthblade, Animal Well, The Plucky Squire, Hyper Light Breaker, Summerhouse, Neva, Pepper Grinder, Sword of the Sea, Henry Halfhead, Schim, Naiad, Death Trash, Hollow Knight: Silksong.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

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Thanks for listening!

194: GOTY 2023 - John's Games Of The Year

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 21:35:29 +0000

2023 was a great year for games, and after three great guest episodes covering the big swings, hits, and misses of the year, it's time to share my own favourite games of 2023. The list has been laboured over, and feels a bit less critically tidy and a bit more personal than previous years. I hope you enjoy it – I truly loved all of these games. And as always — many thanks to the show’s 57 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

193: GOTY 2023 #3 - Blinkoom's Games Of The Year & The Listener Vote

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 20:42:07 +0000

This week's episode is a big one! It's the third in the 2023 Games of the Year series, with special guest Steve aka Blinkoom of the Indie Quest & Polykill podcasts.

We run through Steve's game's of the year, before revealing the results of the Discord/patron GOTY vote.

Here's where to find Steve:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Blinkoom

Polykill: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1351234

Indie Quest: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1425403

And many thanks to the show’s patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter Dovetail: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

192: GOTY 2023 #2 - Ciarán Daly's Games Of The Year 2023

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 15:13:28 +0000

This week's GOTY special brings return guest Ciarán Daly to talk about his games of 2023, including Small Saga, DREDGE, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and more. We also talk about Lies of P, Remnant 2, Starfield, Wild Hearts, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Marvel's Midnight Suns, Hypnospace Outlaw, and more.

Here's a link to BlockBusters!, a game jam game that's mentioned: https://dotbigbang.com/game/0c4038a5fe064711ba339b1e1c2bbd74/dbb-summer-jam-2023---blockbusters

And many thanks to all the show’s patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

191: GOTY 2023 #1 - Brad Gallaway's Games Of The Year 2023

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 23:30:18 +0000

It's GOTY season, and what better way to kick things off than with special guest and friend of the show Brad Gallaway, co-host of the So... Videogames Podcast.

We went long and had a great conversation about everything from big hitters like Zelda, Starfield, and Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 to indie gems like Lamplighter's League, DREDGE, Birth, and many more.

You can also come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

190: A Highland Song, Backpack Hero, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, The Game Awards 2024

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 14:49:57 +0000

This week's bumper episode runs through the big winners at The Game Awards 2024, with a rundown of my top 10 new game announcements, including Pony Island 2, Big Walk, Lost Records, and more.

I also give in-progress reviews of three games I've been playing: Inkle's A Highland Song, Ubisoft's Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and a viral Kickstarter hit called Backpack Hero.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

189: Pizza Tower, Sludge Life 2

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 15:07:30 +0000

Sludge Life 2 is an extremely welcome sequel that gives us more of the original’s winning formula. It’s an improbably enjoyable game that mixes high-speed first-person parkour with tagging, urban exploration, puerile humour, a wavy soundtrack, and a bleak world full of hilarious NPCs just trying to get through life.

In the roundup: Jingle Jam 2023, A Highland Song, December releases, Backpack Hero, and more.

And many thanks to the show’s 59 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

188: 1000xRESIST, Teardown, Worldless, Coral Island

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 22:34:36 +0000

This week's show is a little grab bag of demos and new releases, including Teardown, Coral Island, Wordless – and a super intriguing sci-fi mystery game called 1000xRESIST.

In the roundup: Sludge Life 2.

And many thanks to Steve, the show’s new patron! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s friendly Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

187: Goodbye Volcano High

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 22:41:20 +0000

Goodbye Volcano High is a lushly produced visual novel about a high-school band at the end of the world. Playing as a hot goth dino called Fang, we navigate crushes, fallouts, band practice, and roleplaying sessions, all via dialogue choices & light rhythm gameplay. It’s an absorbing story game lit up by sparkling writing, sensuous art, and a dreamy guitar-pop soundtrack.

Also: The Game Awards nominees – Starfield SNUBBED! :')

And many thanks to the show’s 56 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

186: Alan Wake II

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 19:09:59 +0000

A blockbuster sequel long in the offing, Alan Wake II offers an original, cutting-edge audio-visual presentation. But its ambition as a showpiece and a spectacle is mirrored by a surprising lack of creativity in other areas, that makes it a uniformly dull – and sometimes frustratingly illegible – gameplay experience. In the roundup: Goodbye Volcano High, Thirsty Suitors, November release. And many thanks to the show’s 56 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

185: Jusant

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 13:43:54 +0000

Jusant is a chill, mechanically innovative climbing game, in which a nameless protagonist climbs a huge rock tower in a dry, deserted word. The wordless story adds some intrigue, and the methodical, tactile, handhold-by-handold climbing really shines.

Also: first thoughts on Remedy's Alan Wake II.

And many thanks to the show’s 53 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

184: Mario Wonder, ROG Ally, Game Shopping In Tokyo

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 13:36:58 +0000

This week I talk about the fun experience of visiting video game hotspots in Tokyo, my experience as a PC gaming newbie with the ROG Ally handheld, and playing the opening hours of the imaginative, colourful, supremely entertaining Super Mario Bros Wonder.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

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Thanks for listening!

183: Nour: Play With Your Food, Forza Motorsport, Chants of Senaar

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Nour: Play With Your Food is a bizarre physics-driven rhythm game that's all about... well, playing with food. The player rains food items into a scene, hitting buttons in time to responsive music, and… seeing if anything happens? As it all devolves into a chaotic spectacle, sometimes it seems like there's a game structure trying to emerge. Ultimately, not much is clear – except that it’s fun.

In the roundup: some first impressions of sensible racer Forza Motorsport, and a quick look at the rune-translating indie game Chants of Senaar.

Music: Oxenfree II, Night In The Woods.

And many thanks to the show’s 52 patrons! If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month (or more, if you like!) at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. (You can also send a one-off tip via ⁠Ko-Fi⁠ at ⁠http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild⁠.)

Follow the show's social media - Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - and find all the relevant links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

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Thanks for listening!

182: Under The Waves

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Under The Waves is a narrative-driven underwater adventure about a deep-sea diver dealing with loss. It shines brightest during its mesmerising ocean-floor exploration in a tiny submersible craft, which made for some epic moments.

In the roundup: Dead Space Remake, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, The Crew Motorfest, and more.

And many thanks to the show’s 52 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

181: Cocoon

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 00:28:20 +0000

Cocoon is an enigma. As a green-winged bug, we hop between dimensions, facing puzzles that are in turn intricate and frustrating. It’s slick, polished, and impressive, but uneven, demanding, and narratively vague.

In the roundup: Station To Station, Wargroove 2, Under The Waves, Jusant, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Alan Wake 2, Spider-Man 2, and other October release highlights.

And many thanks to the show’s 50 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

You can also send a one-off tip via ⁠Ko-Fi⁠ at ⁠http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild⁠.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

180: Gunbrella, Baldur's Gate 3, Cyberpunk 2.0

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 23:25:54 +0000

Gunbrella is slick, snappy, vibey action-platformer with a surprisingly affecting story, and some welcome adventure game elements. It’s heavy on style, and short in runtime.

In the roundup: Baldur's Gate 3 impressions at 4hrs played, Cyberpunk 2077 2.0, Cocoon, Saltsea Chronicles.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

179: Starfield Wrap-Up, Sayonara Wild Hearts

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 18:50:47 +0000

This week’s show rounds off an epic four episode-spanning review of the game with some final thoughts and – after a spoiler break – some chat about endgame and NG+. In the roundup: Gunbrella, Sayonara Wild Hearts, and Moonstone Island. And many thanks to the show’s 50 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

178: More Starfield, Sony & Nintendo's Directs, Solar Ash, & More!

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 18:51:07 +0000

Starfield is a huge game! Now 70 hours in, this week's show goes into more of the game's systems: ship combat, ship building, base building, quest types, crew members and NPCs, and some fun story-stuff spoiler chat after a big ol’ spoiler warning.

In the roundup: Mythforce, Chants of Senaar, Nour: Play With Your Food, The Pale Beyond, Solar Ash, and all the September releases: Cocoon, Cyberpunk 2077 2.0, Gunbrella, Fae Farm, Mineko’s Night Market, and more.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

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Thanks for listening!

177: Starfield

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 00:57:05 +0000

We have liftoff! Starfield is the long-awaited spacefaring RPG that's dizzying in its scope, depth, variety and possibility. It’s also an uneven and characteristically idiosyncratic Bethesda experience - but 40 hours in, my journey has been packed with awe-inspiring moments, and has inspired a very pure kind of gaming satisfaction.

As always, many thanks to the show’s 49 patrons. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

176: Fort Solis & Starfield

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 18:11:40 +0000

Fort Solis is an atmospheric sci-fi mystery set on the dark side of Mars. It ramps up the suspense masterfully in the opening stages, and has an interesting story to tell, but is held back by some narrative ambiguity, egregious QTEs, and somewhat basic gameplay.

Also: Starfield impressions, three hours in, and a first look at Sea of Stars.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, Cousin Jack! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

You can also come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

175: Shotgun King, Adore, Gamescom '23 Most-Wanted

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 21:53:03 +0000

Shotgun King - The Final Checkmate is a unique turn-based roguelike that’s a mutant form of shotgun chess. It’s very light on content, but the brilliant concept, ever-evolving ruleset, and affordable price make it an indie oddity worth experiencing.

Punkcake Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/punkcake

Great Punkcake interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGxYOu4YeXc

In the roundup: Adore mini-review, Horizon: Burning Shores, Gamescom Opening Night Live, The Future Games Show, Pacific Drive, Alan Wake II, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, Phantom Spark, Helskate, Europa, Light Nightmares III, Expedition: A Mudrunner Game, Nightingale, and more.

And many thanks to the show’s 46 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

174: Meg's Monster, Tomorrow And Tomorrow And Tomorrow

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 21:56:58 +0000

This week's episode is about Meg's Monster, a patron recommendation that turned out to be delightful. It's a simple, short & sweet pixel art adventure, that distinguishes itself from the pack with some enjoyable writing, and an emotional story that'll tug at your heartstrings.

There's also a book review in this episode. "Tomorrow, And Tomorrow, And Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevin is an engrossing piece of literary fiction located in the world of game development, that might be of some interest to gamers.

In the roundup: Killsquad, Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, Adore, Kentucky Route Zero.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

173: Venba

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 22:12:19 +0000

Venba is a striking visual novel that sensitively explores the experience of an young Indian couple emigrating to Canada, and the life events that follow. It has excellent audio-visual presentation and rich subject matter, but the compressed narrative seems to skip key events, before an abrupt ending.

In the roundup: Pikmin 4, Luigi’s Mansion 3, and Stray's arrival on Xbox.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

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172: Prodeus, Axiom Verge, Yoshi's Island, August Release Roundup

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 23:50:03 +0000

This week's episode is a mixed bag roundup about high-octane retro Doom-like shooter Prodeus (and Doom 64), cult Metroidvania Axiom Verge, some Nintendo classics, and more.

In the roundup: August releases including Armored Core VI, Sea of Stars, Blasphemous 2, Shotgun King, Book of Hours, A Guidebook Of Babel, Wrestlequest, Stray Gods, and lots more.

Links from the episode:

The original Cloud Gardens review episode: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaminginthewild/episodes/72-Cloud-Gardens-e173rqj/a-a6g869e⁠

The Panzer Dragoon Remake episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaminginthewild/episodes/152-Panzer-Dragoon-Remake-e20m8gt/a-a9h0vu8⁠

The Video Game History Foundation’s Essay on game preservation: ⁠https://gamehistory.org/87percent/⁠

The game jam browser game "BlockBusters!": ⁠https://dotbigbang.com/game/0c4038a5fe064711ba339b1e1c2bbd74/dbb-summer-jam-2023---blockbusters⁠

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

171: Have A Nice Death, The Last Worker, Koa & The Five Pirates Of Mara, & More

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 17:05:43 +0000

Have a Nice Death is an enjoyable roguelike with slick and satisfying moment-to-moment gameplay, top notch combat, and pinpoint platforming. As a roguelike, though, its various systems are oddly named, ill-explained, and muddled-seeming.

In the roundup: Cyberpunk 2077 (again!), Grimoire Groves, The Last Worker, Dave The Diver, Koa & The Five Pirates Of Mara.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patrons: Reid, Chris & Ahti. If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

170: Oxenfree II: Lost Signals

Sat, 22 Jul 2023 15:29:25 +0000

Seven years in the making, Lost Signals is Night School's difficult second album. It starts strong by playing the hits, and shines in its atmosphere and dialogue system, but fades where it should crescendo.

In the roundup: ASUS ROG Ally, Dead Space 2023, FFXIII, Venba, Dave The Diver.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, Arti! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so for $1, $3 or $5 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, and it helps make the show better!

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

169: Final Fantasy XVI

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 23:17:58 +0000

Final Fantasy XVI is a dark fantasy action adventure that tells its epic story via impressively cinematic cut-scenes, sleek, kinetic combat, and spectacular set pieces. Some poor quest design made the story drag, but the characters and combat never got old.

In the roundup: Final Fantasy XIII, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Dave The Diver.

The Digital Foundry FFXVI review I mention in the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Oyjldkh5kE

And the Kyle Bosman video I mention: https://youtu.be/C74y9Uu5QyQ

And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, Rscar! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

168: Coffee Golf, July Indie Games

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 18:19:14 +0000

Coffee Golf is an improbably compelling and addictive daily phone game. Each day, you get a new five-hole golf course. It takes luck, skill, and strategy to get around the course, and whittle down your stroke count to get the best possible score. Also, for bonus fun – listen out for a 4.2 earthquake that happened while I was recording!

Also in this episode: a July indie game roundup, including Synapse, GYLT, Oxenfree II: Lost Signals, Venba, Viewfinder, The Wandering Village, Immortals of Avium, Crime O'Clock, and more.

And many thanks to all the show's 46 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

Also, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - and some of the new ones like Bluesky and Threads, if you want – find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

167: Gerda: A Flame In Winter

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 22:36:01 +0000

Gerda: A Flame in Winter is an excellent choice-based story game set in Nazi-occupied Denmark towards the end of WWII. The compelling story is packed with ethical quandaries that have real impact on the story, and the stakes are high as your moment-to-moment decisions can have life or death consequences.

In the roundup: Annapurna Showcase – Lorelei & The Laser Eyes, Cocoon, To a T, Lushfoil Photography Sim , Thirsty Suitors, Flock, Ghostbike, Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, Matthew! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

166: Dordogne

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:37 +0000

This week's review is a short, beautiful game that tells a compact, emotional story. Its watercolored visual style and ambience are breathtaking, and perfectly capture the feeling of loosely-remembered childhood summers. But the gameplay is often a chore—sometimes literally.

In the roundup: FFXVI, Nintendo Direct, Super Mario Bros Wonder, Gerda: A Flame In Winter.

Also: come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com—and check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Finally: thanks for listening :)

165: Harmony: The Fall Of Reverie, Summer Game Fest Roundup

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 23:05:10 +0000

Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is an ambitious and substantial visual novel that plays with a broad spectrum of ideas about hope, chaos, capitalism, community, mysticism, and the power of collective belief. However, the story succeeds despite the game's structure, as I'll go into in the episode.

In the roundup: FFXVI and Viewfinder demos, Tales of Arise, and my picks from Tribeca Games Fest, Xbox Showcase, Wholesome Direct, PC Gaming Show, and all the others. Including: A Highland Song, Nightcape, Despelote, Station To Station, Jusant, Grimoire Groves, Botany Manor, Starfield, Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, Harold Halibut, Dread Pilot, Exo Rally Championship, Star Wars Outlaws, and a few strays and extras.

Thanks to the show's 46 patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

164: Adios, Hoa, Summer Game Fest & Day of the Devs

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 21:21:05 +0000

This episode, we start with a look at all the cool indie games revealed at Day of the Devs, then move onto two reviews: the simple, colourful platform game Hoa, and the compelling mobster story of Adios.

In the roundup: Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs, Summerhill, Saltsea Chronicles, Beastieball, Viewfinder, Cocoon, Sludge Life 2, Baby Steps, Talos Principle 2, Retro Gadgets, Mars First Logistics, Hyper Light Breaker, Under The Waves, Alan Wake II, Spider-Man 2.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

163: Ravenlok, After Us, Humanity

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 23:27:00 +0000

On a little Zelda sabbatical, this week's episode rounds up a few recent indie games. The featured review is Ravenlok – a short, charming fairytale adventure in which we enter a fairytale kingdom through a magic mirror, and take up a quest to liberate the realm from an evil queen. It’s a simple comfort-food video game with plenty of heart and some colourful, fantastical visuals.

In the roundup: After Us, Humanity, The Talos Principle, and a June release roundup with Dordogne, Mask Of The Rose, Harmony: The Fall Of Reverie, Cal of Porcupine, Crime O'Clock, and more.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patrons, Simon, Wayne, John & Mark! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

161: The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Pt 2, with Ciaran Daly

Fri, 26 May 2023 20:42:30 +0000

This week's episode picks up where we left off with Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom. With special guest Ciaran Daly, we run through the Rito Village quest, and talk about our first steps into The Deep, our hits and misses in device building and puzzle-solving, and more.

In the roundup: The Playstation Showcase, with Alan Wake II, Sword of the Sea, Neva, The Plucky Squire, AC Mirage, Talos Principle II, and more.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patrons, Wayne and John! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

160: The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom

Sat, 20 May 2023 00:21:13 +0000

Tears Of The Kingdom is Nintendo’s impossible sequel. How do you follow up the best game of all time? Their answer was to expand it in all directions. Tears of the Kingdom uses the miraculous Breath of the Wild as its foundations, soaring high and plunging deep to create an astounding adventure in which the possibilities stretch as far as the horizon.

Note: this show covers the intro, opening sky island area, and landfall sections of the game. I tried to be sensitive about spoilers, and note in advance if I'm touching on anything I feel it might be nice for players to discover for themselves. There are no story spoilers However, this is based on my own interpretation of what could be considered spoiler material, so listener discretion is advised. I'd say this show is probably most suited to players who have played for 10-15 hours, generally speaking.

And many thanks to this month's new patrons, Julia and Simon! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

159: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Zelda, Ludonarracon 2023

Fri, 12 May 2023 18:34:48 +0000

Happy Zelda day everyone! This episode includes some spoiler-free impressions of the game we've all been waiting for, The Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kindgom, followed a deep dive into the ambnitious and impressive Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. In the roundup: Harmony: Fall of Reverie, Planet of Lana, 1000xResist, The Pale Beyond, Stray Gods & Ludonarracon 2023. Links mentioned in the show - http://theshortgame.net & https://www.ludonarracon.com. And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, Simon! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

158: Jedi: Fallen Order, Strayed Lights, The Last Case Of Benedict Fox, May Games Preview

Thu, 04 May 2023 19:34:47 +0000

Jedi: Fallen Order is a game I first talked about on episode ten of this podcast, way back in 2020. I finally rolled credits this week, so with that, Jedi: Survivor's release, and it being May 4th, it seemed like a good time to talk about it again. It's a nostalgic Star Wars action-adventure game that nails the elusive vibe that made the first trilogy great. There are some significant bumps in the road, but it’s an accomplished game that really does make you feel the force as a Padawan runaway relearning your Jedi skills.

In the roundup: The Last Case of Benedict Fox, Strayed Lights, and a May video game releases preview, including Venba, Dordogne, After Us, Planet of Lana, Tin Hearts, Ravenlok, Miasma Chronicles, Humanity, Cassette Beats, and — of course — The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

If you'd like to support this podcast on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support — it helps make the show better!

You can also come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

157: Betrayal At Club Low

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 10:25:33 +0000

Betrayal At Club Low is an oddball point ’n’ click adventure game that melds weird storytelling, retro visuals, a loopy nightclub infiltration scenario, and compelling dice-based skill checks into a contemporary refresh for the genre. It's super fun, and feels like an instant cult classic.

In the roundup: Jedi: Fallen Order, Storyteller, Minabo: A Walk Through Life, The Last Case of Benedict Fox.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, Julia! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

156: Tron: Identity, Horizon: Burning Shore Impressions, Nintendo's Indie World Showcase

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 09:00:43 +0000

TRON Identity is an atmospheric detective story set in an intiguing building called The Repository, over the course of a single rainy night. The presentation nails TRON’s singular aesthetic, but the story is over before it has really begun.

In the roundup: Horizon: Burning West, and Nintendo's April Indie World showcase, including Animal Well, Paper Trail, Oxenfree II, Cult of the Lamb, Brotato, Shadows Over Loathing, and more.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

155: Terra Nil

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 16:30:51 +0000

Terra Nil is a relaxing, and at times taxing, terraforming game about repairing the ecosystem of a decimated world, then cleaning up after yourself and leaving it to flourish. It's a profound, philosophically important, and surprisingly emotional experience.

In the roundup: TRON: Identity, Tears of the Kingdom, Horizon: Burning Shores, Tin Hearts, The Last Case of Benedict Fox, Wildfrost, Strayed Lights, Star Wars Jedi Survivor, and more.

Music: Terra Nil soundtrack by Meydän. Buy it on Steam, GOG, and elsewhere.

And many thanks to the show’s latest patrons, Eric & Adam! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it really helps make the show better.

You can also say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

Check out this Steam curator page of all the games the show has ever covered, made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

154: Tchia

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:00:08 +0000

Tchia is a charming, sun-drenched open-world adventure in which a child protagonist sails, runs, floats, and flies through a beautiful mountainous archipelago. The engrossing world casts a spell that’s occasionally broken by unexpected bouts of combat, but it’s recommended nonetheless.

In the roundup: Terra Nil.

If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, music, apps, the domain, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

Also, come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue to see what pod-recommended games are on sale: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

153: DREDGE

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 21:54:42 +0000

DREDGE is a crisply-designed mini-open-world fishing game with a murky, eerie atmosphere. Explore an odd, far-flung archipelago, heave up strange fish and stranger secrets, and piece together the story of this precarious, haunting world. In the roundup: Storyteller, Tchia, Have A Nice Death, and the IGF Award winners: The Case Of The Golden Idol, The Forest Quartet, Immortality, and Betrayal At Club Low. Here's that super cool DREDGE trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZe5kR3UWRA And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, iHenpie! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ Thanks for listening!

152: Panzer Dragoon Remake

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 19:10:15 +0000

Panzer Dragoon will be well known to ‘90s console gamers. It’s a cult classic dragon-riding rails shooter that first arrived on the Sega Saturn in 1996, and got an unexpected remake for Switch and other modern consoles in 2020. In this episode, we take a rare dive into gaming nostalgia to see how it holds up, and touch on its sequels, Zwei, Orta and the legendary Panzer Dragoon Saga.

In the roundup: Pronty, Hi-Fi Rush, DREDGE, & More.

Here’s a link to the expertly written review by Solo Wing that I quoted in the show: https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/literature/870-panzer-dragoon-remake-reviewed-by-solo-wing

And many thanks to the show’s latest patron, iHenpie! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue, with all the games the show has ever recommended: https://t.ly/VmhxU

Thanks for listening!

151: Wild Hearts

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 17:46:56 +0000

Wild Hearts is an idiosyncratic monster hunting RPG set in a fantasy-samurai world where humanity is beset by wild, aggressive megafauna. You track down these huge, spectacular "kemono" through fun open-world areas, engaging in multi-phase battles using dynamic, mid-battle building. The game's performance is supremely janky, but the addictive combat makes for a thrilling ride.

In the roundup: Dredge, Storyteller, The Forest Cathedral, Sea of Stars.

If you'd like to support this show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, games, music, editing apps, and so forth. I really appreciate the support, it helps make the show better.

Come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

Check out this Steam curator page made by podcast supporter DovetailTrue: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

Thanks for listening!

150: The Forest Quartet, A Little To The Left, March Indie Game Preview

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 08:00:30 +0000

The Forest Quartet is a lyrical puzzle game about the death of a young singer, and the effect it has on her forest-dwelling bandmates. It's a short game that does a lot with a little, offering glimpses into the lives and minds of each member of the Forest Quartet, as we solve easygoing puzzles to help sooth their varying woes.

In the roundup: Wild Hearts, A Little To The Left, and a March indie games preview, including Dredge, Tchia, Project Dew, Terra Nil, Storyteller, The Forest Cathedral, ONI: Road To Being The Mightiest Oni, and more.

Also: a big thank you to podcast patrons Soccr, who recently organised the Single Sitting Social play-along channel on the Discord, and DovetailTrue, who made a Steam curator page with all the games ever recommended on the show. Follow it here: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

If you'd like to join them in supporting the show, head to Patreon, where you can do so from $1 per month: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to join the Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support!

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

Thanks for listening!

149: Interview - Birth Developer Madison Karrh

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 10:19:56 +0000

This week's show is an interview with Madison Karrh, the solo developer who just release the heartfelt, unusual point 'n' click Birth. We talk about ideas of pouring yourself into a game, learning to draw, and how it feels to put a game out into the world. In the roundup: Wild Hearts, Psychonauts 2, Psychonauts: The Rhombus of Ruin, and Double Fine's Psycho-Odyssey documentary series. Play Birth: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1889040/Birth Watch Psych-Odyssey: https://youtu.be/AKoy_KMVIyU Also: thank you to podcast patron DovetailTrue, who made a Steam curator page of all the games ever recommended on the podcast, with GOTY sections for the best games of the last few years. Follow it here: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, software, music, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! Finally: come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

148: Birth

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 08:00:25 +0000

Birth is short, heartfelt point ’n’ click game in which we navigate a strange line-drawn city, interacting with the bony creatures and odd situations we find there. The puzzles involve playful physics, hidden objects, and pattern-matching mechanics that raise a smile, and evoke the sadness, seriousness and silliness of our fleeting lives. Also: Steam Next demo reviews, including Unmurk, Nine Sols, Full Void, Radio The Universe, Highwater, and more. Check out the GITW Steam curator page here (thanks to Patreon supporter DovetailTrue for making it!): https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, music, the domain, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

147: Melatonin

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 04:43:31 +0000

This was a news-packed week, so first we whip through the big reveals of the Nintendo Direct, and flick through the demo pile at Steam Next Fest, including some new indie games to get excited about. Then, our featured review – a short and sweet rhythm game called Melatonin, that combines pastel colours, soft line art, and lo-fi beats into a dreamy vapourwave experience. You tap and combo your way through the mundane dreams of a sleep-deprived protagonist, and you’re left feeling relaxed, focussed, and optimistic. It slipped out in December, and went a little under the radar – but don't sleep on it! Also: a big thank you to podcast DovetailTrue, who made an amazing Steam curator page with all the games ever recommended on the podcast, with GOTY sections for the best games of the last few years. Follow it here: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/ If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

146: SEASON: A Letter To The Future

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:50:54 +0000

Season: A Letter To The Future is a wistful exploration game in which the player cycles through a picturesque, all-but abandoned valley before it’s washed away by an inevitable flood. We document the sights, sound, traditions, and lives of this odd place, recording the details for posterity in a memorable, freewheeling journey.

Also: a big thank you to podcast patron DovetailTrue17, who made an amazing Steam curator page featuring all the games ever recommended on the podcast, with GOTY sections for the best games of the last few years. Follow it here: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43457463-Gaming-in-the-Wild-%2528unofficial%2529/

If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support!

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

Thanks for listening!

145: Lil Gator Game, Astro's Playroom, Lone Ruin

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 22:59:56 +0000

This year’s game reviews kick off with a pair of gorgeous, undemanding little games – the Short-Hike inspired Lil Gator Game and Sony’s PS5 pack-in, Astro’s Playroom.

In the roundup: Lone Ruin, Kirby & The Forgotten Land, Jack Move, A Space For The Unbound, Hi-Fi Rush, and more.

Here's the “what game were you most addicted to?” Twitter thread mentioned in the show: https://twitter.com/gaminginthewild/status/1618675499257176065

And a big thank you to shows latest patrons, Gordon and Zap! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support!

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

Thanks for listening!

144: Indie Game Preview - 24 Video Games To Look Out For In 2023

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 20:06:53 +0000

This episode is a look ahead to all the amazing indie games that we can look forward to in 2023. Sure, sure, there'll be postponements – but here at Gaming In The Wild, we stay optimistic! On the list: Colossal Cave, Season: A Letter To The Future, Birth, Terra Nil, Tchia, Hyper Light Breaker, Nine Sols, Venba, Planet of Lana, Schim, Dredge, Lorelei & The Laser Eyes, Spirittea, Highwater, Naiad, Thirsty Suitors, Oxenfree II: Lost Signals, Sea of Stars, Harold Halibut, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Open Roads, Animal Well, Complex Sky, Death Trash. Shout out to Zap, Gordon and Lawal for joining the show's Patreon recently! Come join us in the cosy podcats supporter Discord, and get nine patron-only bonus episodes, and more fun stuff: http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Also, feel free to say hi on social media and tell me what I should be playing! :) Find the links at: http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

143: Ciaran's Elden Lord Update, plus Silksong, Starfield, Zelda, & More

Sat, 14 Jan 2023 10:57:12 +0000

This week I'm joined by friend of the show Ciaran Daly (@cmg_daly, @radartreview). We talked about what we're playing, including High On Life, Citizen Sleeper, Pokémon Scarlet & Arceus, Tony Hawk, and more. Next up were Ciaran's two GsOTY – Stray and Elden Ring – before we finished with hopes and dreams for Hollow Knight: Silksong, Starfield, and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. I'd like to give a big thank you to the show's latest Patron, Gordon! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

142: Games Of The Year 2022 - The Final Cut - GOTY 22

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This is it – welcome to the Gaming In The Wild GOTY final cut episode! In this show, I talk through my personal favourite games of 2022, from indie darlings, to AAA blockbusters, and maybe a couple of hidden gems too. This was a fantastic year in gaming, and I hope y'all enjoy the final list! There's lots more GOTY content available too, so be sure to check out the guest episodes that went out around the same time as this one, featuring Bryan Sursha of Pixellated Playgrounds, Louis Brooks of Time Played 3hr, and Brad Gallaway of So Videogames. And GOTY series are available from 2021 and 2020, should you want even more! If you'd like to supporting this podcast on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

141: Games Of The Year 2022 with Brad Gallaway (SoVideogames) - GOTY 2022

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 11:25:47 +0000

The third GOTY 2022 guest episode this year is a lovely, long, far-ranging chat with Brad Gallaway, friend of the show and co-host of the So Videogames podcast. We discussed some obscure gems and heavy hitters, including Marvel Snap, Atari 50, Elden Ring, Citzen Sleeper, Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope, Horizon Forbidden West, Paradise Marsh, and many more! Hear my 2021 GOTY chat with Brad here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/9NkypvVRcwb Hear me & Brad discussing The Longing here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/prMXjddScwb Hear my guest spot on So Videogames here: https://gamecritics.com/brad-gallaway/so-videogames-ep-290-john-rogers/ And a big thank you to shows latest Patrons, Rachel and Lawal! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, music, the gaminginthewild.com domain, games to review, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

140: Games Of The Year 2022 with Louis Brooks (Time Played 3hr) - GOTY 2022

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 13:15:49 +0000

It's time for the second episode in the 2022 games of the year series, this time with Louis Brooks, co-host of the excellent Time Played 3hr. Louis brought some super interesting games to the table, including Tunic, Sephonie, Strange Horticulture, Dyling Light 2, Gran Turismo 7, and more. A note: I completely borked by own side of the audio, so very sorry for my sound quality!

Find out more about Time Played 3hr here: https://louisthings.com/timeplayed3hr.

And a big thank you to Lawal, the show's latest Patron! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support!

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And s always, thanks for listening!

139: Games Of The Year 2022 with Bryan Skursha (Pixelated Playgrounds) - GOTY 2022

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 15:56:26 +0000

This Christmas Eve episode features Bryan Skursha of the wonderful Pixelated Playgrounds podcast, who hopped on to talk about his games of the year in 2022. We discussed Triangle Strategy, Stray, Pokémon Legends Arceus, POINPY, God of War: Ragnarök, Elden Ring, Citizen Sleeper, Tunic, and more.

Hear more of Bryan on Pixelated Playgrounds, via your podcast service of choice, or here: https://www.pixelatedplaygrounds.com/bookclub.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support!

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

Thanks for listening!

138: FAR: Changing Tides, Patron GOTY Vote 2022

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 21:31:57 +0000

FAR: Changing Tides is a welcome sequel to a minor indie classic in which the player pilots a huge, hulking vehicle through a ravaged post-climate-change world. The sense of scale and motion can feel nothing short of miraculous, but the puzzles don’t always make for plain sailing. In the roundup: High On Life, I Was a Teenage Exocolonist, and Sword Ship. We also kick of GOTY season by revealing the results of the Patreon GOTY vote, as voted on by the show's patrons! This resulted in a great list that includes games like Stray, Tinykin, Horizon Forbidden West, Tunic, and more. Thanks for voting, folks! And a big thank you to shows latest Patron, Rachel! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! Find the Inscryption episode I guested on recently here: https://talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/articles/inscryption If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

137: Wavetale, Signalis, The Entropy Centre, Forspoken, The Game Awards 2022

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 23:14:14 +0000

This episode reviews a trio of interesting indie games before GOTY season gets into full swing – fast and fluid wholesome oceanbound adventure Wavetale, brooding sci-fi story Signalis, and Portal-like puzzler The Entropy Centre. I also chat about the events of The Game Awards 2022, the big announcements, including Hades 2, and the two PS5 demos that came out – Forspoken, and Season: A Letter To The Future. You can check out the Wholesome Games direct video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOHBv9MrtAs&t=0s. And a big thank you to shows latest Patron, Rachel! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! Please feel free to come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

136: God of War Ragnarök, Citizen Sleeper Flux & Refuge

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 10:00:07 +0000

God of War Ragnarok is the extravagantly produced continuation of GoW 2018’s melancholy, cinematic and spectacular father-son story. It trades 2018’s intimate cast, tight focus and emotional heft for a somwhat loose and meandering MCU-influenced romp through Norse mythology. Also this episode: Citizen Sleeper’s Flux and Refuge DLC, a preview of slick seafaring action-adventure Wavetale, and a look ahead to what’s coming out this month, including Togges, Swordship, Choo Choo Charles, Blacktail, and Melatonin. And a big thank you to shows latest Patron, bsushi! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

135: Vampire Survivors

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 11:18:24 +0000

Vampire Survivors is a strikingly simple and startlingly addictive arcade-style game that coined a whole new genre overnight. It's a casual shoot 'em up that sees you carving your way through an ocean of pixel enemies that overwhelm the screen in a mesmerising cacophony of destruction. In the roundup: Norco, The Witcher 3, Togges, Pentiment, God of War: Ragnarök. The NME interview I mention with Vampire Survivor's creator, Luca Galante, can be found here: https://www.nme.com/features/gaming-features/vampire-survivors-creator-luca-galante-talks-quitting-his-job-to-fulfil-his-promise-3153107. And a big thank you to shows latest Patron, FlatOutFox! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

134: Somerville, Foretales

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 10:15:22 +0000

This week's reviews are of Somerville, a new Game Pass game by one half of the Playdead studio, and Foretales, a story-focused card game with meaningful choices and branching paths. In the roundup: The Game Awards nominations, The Entropy Centre, God of War: Ragnarök. This is a patron supported show! Join the gang on Discord by becoming a member at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Follow the show on social media via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. Thanks for listening!

133: God of War (2018)

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 12:00:18 +0000

As God of War Ragnarök releases, it's time for a deep dive into the 2018 series reboot. It's a father-son story set in a mythic Viking world of truly epic scope and scale, mixing singularly spectacular battles with exploration, dungeons, and RPG progression. The somewhat scripted gameplay drags at times, but overall, it's a god-tier game from SIE. In the roundup: Ghost Song, The Entropy Centre, Somerville, Owlboy, The Ascent. This show is Patreon supported. You can become a member from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild amd get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to our lovely Discord community, or send a tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, music to use in the show, the domain name, etc. I really appreciate the support! You can also say hi and recommend games on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

132: Rollerdrome

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 10:01:36 +0000

Rollerdrome is a stylish death-on-skates survival-sport shooter that shines through its slick movement and satisfying gunplay, but is let down by didactic progression and bruising difficulty. Also in this episode: a look at some November releases, including Ghost Song, Floodland, Pentiment, Somerville, and the latest Playstation blockbuster – God of War: Ragnarok. In the roundup: Darkest Dungeon on Nintendo Switch, Monster Train on iOS, and ReCore: Definitive Edition on Xbox Game Pass. If you enjoyed the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find those links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you really really enjoyed the show, you can support it via Patreon from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music, the domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. Big thanks to all my patrons. And thanks to you for listening!

131: Roadwarden, Scorn, Echo, and more

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 12:00:39 +0000

Roadwarden is a quite brilliant indie game about a 40-day journey in which you and your humble steed explore the wild northern peninsula of a high-fantasy realm. With meaningful choices, branching paths, plural solutions, and leeway to roleplay as you wish, it's addictive, absorbing, and inspired.

In the spooky-game roundup: Scorn, Little Nightmares, ECHO, and Dead Space.

And a big thank you to all the show's patrons! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying the music and domain name, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And as always, thanks for listening.

130: Paradise Marsh, Metroidvania Roundup

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 11:38:24 +0000

Paradise Marsh is a pleasant, thoughtful, swampy indie game with a glorious pixel-polygon art style and a glowing soundtrack by Disasterpeace. Catch frogs, chase bugs, eat mushrooms, and commune with the night sky in this lovely psychedelic mini-adventure. In the roundup: 8 Doors, Blasphemous, Sundered, Scorn, A Plague Tale: Requiem, Inscryption. And a big thank you to shows latest Patron, bsushi! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast, covering things like equipment, buying music, and the other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! Also, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. Thanks for listening!

129: Haiku, the Robot

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 12:00:46 +0000

Haiku, the Robot is an indie game in the truest sense of the term—a solo developer project that was successfully Kickstarted all the way to a Steam and Switch release. It’s a delightful, atmospheric exploration adventure that wears its Hollow Knight and Metroid influences on sleeve—and deserves to carry that torch.

In the roundup: Paradise Marsh, Lego: Bricktales, I Was a Teenage Exocolonist, Scourgebringer, Rollerdrome, and more.

And a big thank you to show's latest supporter, bsushi! If you'd like to join them in supporting the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get access to a catalogue of bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast—equipment, music, the domain name, and all other costs of producing the pod.

I'd love to hear from you on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And as always, thanks for listening!

128: Tunic, Hindsight, Dorfromantik

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 10:00:02 +0000

This week's show is an indie game roundup, featuring soulsy Zelda-like Tunic, the dreamy and melancholic Hindsight, and popular village-building puzzler Dorfromantik. In the roundup: new releases coming in October, and a couple of game demos that are in Steam’s Next Fest—the enigmatic Birth, and Season: A Letter To The Future. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Patrons get bonus episodes, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. You can also tip me via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. All proceeds go into the podcast—equipment, music, the http://gaminginthewild domain, and other costs of producing the pod. I really appreciate the support! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

127: Immortality

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 12:00:29 +0000

Immortality is an ambitious new interactive film game from Sam Barlow, in which the player turns detective to untangle the mystery of a missing young actress called Marissa Marcel. With an ingenious “match cut” mechanic and some very extra twists (hidden behind a spoiler break!) this is an absolutely unforgettable game. In the roundup: Moonscars, Dorfromantik, Foretales. Big thanks to The Short Game podcast for their two excellent episodes on Immortality—they helped me to form my thoughts on this game’s elusive story: Spoiler free: https://www.theshortgame.net/333-immortality-part-1-no-spoilers/ Spoilerful: https://www.theshortgame.net/334-immortality-part-2-spoilers-analysis/ If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

126: Deathloop

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 19:43:41 +0000

Deathloop is Arkane’s latest, and some say greatest game. Initially a Playstation console exclusive and 2021 GOTY contender, it’s now getting a second wave of attention as it arrives on Xbox Game Pass and PS+. I talk through the highs and lows in this episode, from the excellent audio-visual presentation, voice acting, movement, and level design—to its tangled, misfiring story and frustratingly didactic structure.

In the roundup: Blossom Tales 2: The Minotaur King, Metal: Hellsinger, Fuga: Melodies of Steel, Dorfromantik.

If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And as always, thanks for listening!

125: Beasts of Maravilla Island

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 20:19:34 +0000

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was announced this week, amidst a slew of game announcements from all of the big guns. This episode takes a look at some of the highlights from the Nintendo Direct, Sony State of Play, and Ubisoft Forward, before reviewing a cute little Game Pass title: Beasts of Maravilla Island. In the roundup: Bear & Breakfast, Rogue Legacy 2, Harvestella, Foretales, Blossom Tales 2, Nobody Saves The World: Frozen Hearth DLC. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

124: Tinykin

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 21:11:03 +0000

Watch out Nintendo: Tinykin is coming for your gig! This Paper Mario meets Pikmin 3D platformer is all-but flawless: hear about why in this week's main review. I also talk about the opening section of crisp 2D roguelike action-platformer Rogue Legacy 2, and look ahead to some exciting upcoming indie console releases including Bear & Breakfast, Hardspace: Shipbreaker, Slime Rancher 2, and Dorfromantik. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

123: Ooblets

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 20:42:52 +0000

This episode was a strange one to make... how do you talk about a game that you're broadly enjoying, and playing daily – whilst also thinking every aspect of it is in some way strange, off, lacking, or flawed? That's the "gamefeel"-related terrain I attempt to navigate in this episode, all about the newest cutesy village-builder on the block: Ooblets.

In the roundup: Slime Rancher, Assassin's Creed Valhalla. In the outro: Rogue Legacy 2, Tinykin, Immortality, Cult of the Lamb v1.01.

If you'd like to support this podcast on Patreon, get bonus episodes, and join the show's kind and mellow Discord community, you can do so from $1 per month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also send a one-off tip via Ko-Fi at http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild if that's your jam. And please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find all those links and more at http://gaminginthewild.com.

As always, thanks for listening!

122: Dicey Dungeons, Midnight Fight Express

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 00:32:31 +0000

Dicey Dungeons is a brilliant roguelike deck builder by Terry Kavanagh that rolls sixes on slick presentation, ingenious mechanics, and game-show atmosphere. In the roundup: Ooblets, Midnight Fight Express, We Are OFK, Turnip Boy commits Tax Evasion. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

121: Cult of the Lamb

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 21:22:10 +0000

PRAISE THE LAMB! This week’s episode is a deep-dive into the bug-riddled but impressive indie hit, Cult of the Lamb. In the roundup: PowerWash Simulator, Steve Jackson’s Sorcery, We Are OFK, Cursed To Golf, Rollerdrome, and more. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

120: Ghost of Tsushima

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:11:23 +0000

This week I've been tending my flock in freshly-minted indie darling Cult of the Lamb, and running around in open world fan-fave Ghost of Tsushima. Expect a full Cult of the Lamb review this time next week! Also, a big thanks to the show’s newest Patreon patron Blake McKean. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. And as always, thanks for listening!

119: Into The Breach, PowerWash Simulator

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 22:27:29 +0000

This week I was derailed from my FFVIIR playthrough when my two "side games" just took over, and my poor old main game got kicked to the kerb for a bit. The games in question? Pocket-sized mech-tactics roguelike Into The Breach, and the most bizarre cult hit of the year: the chorecore dad-fest that is PowerWash Simulator.

Thanks to the show's newest patrons, Dave Jackson (of Tales From The Backlog podcast) and Jacob (of The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast). I was a guest on the Pre-Order Bonus Podcast's Indie Impresison series this week for a 1.5hr Stray deep-dive, so if you're still not sick of the sound of my voice after this episode, you find that bonus episode on Patreon (set to public) here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/indie-episode-33-70053055.

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

118: Yoku's Island Express, Forza 5: Hot Wheels, FFVIIR, & More

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 22:25:29 +0000

This week I opened a fairly random Games With Gold title just for a quick try — and ended up finishing the whole thing in just a couple of sittings! Yoke's Island Express in a 2018 game that combines beach holiday atmosphere, metroidvania structure and... bug pinball? Hear all about it in this week's featured review!

Also mentioned: Final Fantasy VII Remake: Intergrade, Forza Horizon 5: Hot Wheels, Stray, Nobody Saves The World, Tales of Arise, Hot Spring Story, and more!

And as always, thanks for listening!

117: Stray

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 22:28:58 +0000

It's finally here! "The cat game" we've been waiting for since 2020 — and my most anticipated game of, um, 2021 — dropped on PS+ and Steam this week, and it's something special indeed. Exploring a mesmerisingly detailed, neon-lit cyberpunk city as a cat is something truly unique, and it was a lot of fun to talk it through in this spoiler-free review.

And find any and all of these links at http://gaminginthewild.com!

As always, thanks for listening!

116: The Wild At Heart

Sat, 16 Jul 2022 23:42:14 +0000

I’m back from Covid, with lots of games to talk about, including It Takes Two, Xenoblade Chronicles, and this week’s featured game – an indie-game love letter to some Nintendo classics called The Wild At Heart.

And as always, thanks for listening!

115: PS+ Picks – Rez Infinite, The Last Guardian, Bound, Concrete Genie, Miles Morales

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 11:10:54 +0000

I've got the 'rona this week, so this episode is a compilation of some reviews plucked from old episodes. These picks are all on the new PS+ service: The Last Guardian, Rez Infinite, Bound, The Artful Escape, Miles Morales, and Concrete Genie. Hopefully normal service will be resumed next week! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

114: Chorus (CHORVS)

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 19:56:18 +0000

This week's episode comes direct from sunny Margate, as I'm on my holidays in the UK! The featured game is Chorus (also sometimes typed CHORVS because they used a weird font for the logo) - a simple vehicular space shooter with fun dogfighting and exploration. It's an episode of two halves, in which I sing the praises of the combat, graphics, and the sense of open-galaxy freedom, then go ham on the straight-up awful voice acting and truly execrable story. Enjoy? Enjoy!

And as always, thanks for listening!

113: Summer Indie Games – Silksong, Naiad, Highwater, Schim, Birth, The Garden Path & More

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 12:49:19 +0000

It’s a crazy time of year for game reveals, with over 100 announcements and updates being shown over the last week. So, it seemed like a fun time for a rare midweek episode. Here’s a rundown of ten indie games that particularly caught my eye, and a bit of chat about the biggies like Silksong and Starfield.

Watch the Wholesome Direct: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IRgvwWLpbA
Watch Day of the Devs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kHHqR3uSq0
Watch the MinnMax coverage of the Xbox/Bethesda showcase: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOYHDhc34eE

Music used in this show (all from wonderful games I've covered in the past, please support these artists!):
Amos Roddy - In Other Waters: https://amosroddy.bandcamp.com/album/in-other-waters-original-soundtrack
Ratvader - The Gunk: https://ratvader.bandcamp.com/album/the-gunk-original-game-soundtrack
Disasterpeace - Hyper Light Drifter: https://music.disasterpeace.com/album/hyper-light-drifter
Alec Holowka - Night In The Woods: https://infiniteammo.bandcamp.com/album/night-in-the-woods-vol-1-at-the-end-of-everything

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

112: Interview - NORCO creator Yuts (Geography of Robots)

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 12:48:29 +0000

I’m joined this week by Yuts of Geography of Robots - the developer behind one of 2022’s best indie games, NORCO. We talked about how much of this mesmerising near-future world is based on current day events, local myths, and intertwined histories of Louisiana; about psychogeography, psychedelia, reality and unreality, and much more besides.

Thanks to Yuts for the great conversation. Note: the episode contains spoilers for Norco. If you’re yet to play, I recommend listening to episode 109 - https://anchor.fm/gaminginthewild/episodes/109-NORCO-e1it6cb - for a review of the game, and coming back to this episode later. Follow Geography of Robots on Twitter at @roboticgeo - http://twitter.com/roboticgeo - and play NORCO on PC or Mac, including Game Pass (PC only).

111: Card Shark, Behind The Frame, The Almost Gone, Super Mario 3D World

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 14:05:40 +0000

This week’s episode is a roundup that includes some chat about Sony’s State of Play, and especially Stray and Season, as well as a first impression of newly released Card Shark, mini-reviews of The Almost Gone and Behind The Frame, and a look at Super Mario 3D World and the future of Mario.

And as always, thanks for listening!

110: Citizen Sleeper (ft. Gianni from Sifter)

Sat, 28 May 2022 15:24:39 +0000

Citizen Sleeper is the featured game this week. It's the second game by Jump Over The Age aka Gareth Damian Martin, and it's a deep, fascinating sci-fi saga set on Erlin's Eye: a crumbling space station on the edge of the galaxy. It's a rare game that fuses a compelling scifi story with clever mechanics, poetic text, and far reaching themes from selfhood and sublimity, to AI ethics, and politics that are both speculative and close to home.

My special guest this week is Gianni of Sifter, an Australian podcast network and video games website. Find them at sifter.com.au. Sifter interviewed Gareth Damian Martin about Citizen Sleeper on their Lightmap podcast series - find that episode here: https://www.sifter.com.au/post/citizen-sleeper-is-pure-dystopian-science-fiction-with-a-hopeful-heart.

You can also find a GITW interview with Gareth Damian Martin about their excellent first game, In Other Waters, here: https://anchor.fm/gaminginthewild/episodes/41-Interview---In-Other-Waters-Creator-Gareth-Damian-Martin-eptdml/a-a4hn21f

And as always, thanks for listening!

109: NORCO

Sun, 22 May 2022 19:23:44 +0000

NORCO is an intriguing new pixel-art point 'n' click adventure (wait, don't leave, trust me) published by Raw Fury. It tells the story of a strange family mystery occuring in a dystopian near-future Louisiana that's perhaps a little too close to comfort. It's an excellent indie game that wears influences such as Kentucky Route Zero and Disco Elysium on its sleeve, but manages to also be very much its own thing. A video of a Norco refinery that I mention in the show: https://youtu.be/OSYH8lOppsk If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

108: NieR: Automata

Sun, 15 May 2022 20:50:12 +0000

NieR: Automata is a 2017 sci-fi masterwork by Yoko Taro and Platinum Games that smashes together widescreen anime-style melodrama, elegant killing machines in Harijuku couture, a tangled post-apocalyptic plot, and some lofty existential pondering. It's... a lot. It's a long episode. The Super Bunnyhop analysis of the game mentioned in the show: https://youtu.be/ehM1m5-TG5g. Also mentioned: Norco, NieR: Replicant, Bayonetta, Astral Chain. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

107: Trek To Yomi (ft. Carlos Rodela)

Sun, 08 May 2022 21:49:34 +0000

This week’s episode is about Trek To Yomi. It’s a cinematic game that’s a tribute to great black and white samurai movies – and might just be a classic in its own right. Also mentioned: Cyberpunk 2077, the Tales Of… series, Norco, In Other Waters, Citizen Sleeper, Stray, Starfield, and more.

My guest this episode is Carlos Rodela, co-host of the So Videogames podcast. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts, or at https://gamecritics.com/podcasts. Find Carlos on Twitter at https://twitter.com/onawa and on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@carlosrodela.

And as always, thanks for listening!

106: Before I Forget

Tue, 03 May 2022 12:27:28 +0000

This week's episode takes a look at a moving single-sitting narrative indie game, 'Before I Forget'. Also mentioned: Norco, Absolute Drift, Cosmic Star Heroine, and the current massive Nintendo Switch eShop sale.

And as always, thanks for listening!

105: Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 19:39:35 +0000

This week I'm recording on the road during a trip to the UK, which was the perfect time to dip into the first of Josef Fares' trilogy of co-op games - Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons. And it's a great little game that has really stood the test of time as it approaches the tenth anniverssary of its orginal release. (P.S. Sorry if the audio is weird, I tried my best!) If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

104: Life Is Strange: True Colours

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 23:26:42 +0000

Life Is Strange: True Colours has come to Game Pass, so this seemed like an opportune time to dip into the dreamy small-town world of Haven Springs. Light on gameplay but high on coming-of-age vibes, halcyon Americana and rich, interesting environments, it’s a worthy addition to the LiS series.

Also mentioned this episode: Brothers & Jotun.

And as always, thanks for listening!

103: Tetris Effect Connected, More Elden Ring

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 19:44:03 +0000

This week I tore myself away from Elden Ring long enough to finish the journey mode of Tetris Effect Connected, a dazzling reinvention of everyone's favourite hypnotic falling blocks game. But I do talk about Elden Ring for 15 minutes first, because, of course. In the roundup: Tempest 4000, Welcome To Elk, Dorfromantik. And a big thank you to the show's latest patron – thanks Brad! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

102: Ghostwire: Tokyo, A Memoir Blue

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 21:08:43 +0000

This week's episode is a review of quirky haunted-Shibuya action game Ghostwire: Tokyo, which is more than the sum of its parts.

Also reviewed: lacklustre indie offering A Memoir Blue. Other mentions: Kirby & The Forgotten Land, Weird West, Dorfromantik, and the People Make Games documentary about gamedev working conditions. Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDPzZkx0cPs.

Come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

And as always, thanks for listening!

101: Cyberpunk 2077 (v1.5)

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

After a huge, hyped, and somewhat disastrous 2020 launch, Cyberpunk 2077 reappeared recently with the next-gen v1.5 for PS5 , PC and Xbox. It’s been rebalanced, reworked, and patched to the gods – but is this ambitious sci-fi epic ready for primetime? Also mentioned this episode: Tunic, Ghostwire: Tokyo, Kirby & The Forgotten Land, Weird West, and West of Dead. And big thanks to the show’s latest patrons Nicholas and soccrchik! If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

100: Keepin It 100: Q&A, Breath of the Wild, & More

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 17:17:39 +0000

It's episode 100! We made it! I celebrate by talking about Breath of the Wild, games as art, my gaming history from Acorn Electron to PS5, vikings, eating puffin, Iceland's nature, EldenRing, podcasting, and more. Thanks for all the questions, and to everyone who listens to and interacts with the podcast and surrounding community :) Love you all! If you enjoy the show, come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks for listening!

99: Ynglet, Wandersong, & The Itch.io Bundle For Ukraine

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 20:57:05 +0000

This week's episode starts off with a bit of chat about Elden Ring and Horizon: Forbidden West, before moving on to discuss the itch.io Bundle For Ukraine. This charity bundle features almost 1000 games, all playable on Windows and many also on Mac OS, with all profits going to charities supporting victims of the Russian invasion. At the time of writing, it's about to hit $5m dollars raised! You can support the effort and buy it here for $10 (or more): https://itch.io/b/1316/bundle-for-ukraine. I picked out some personal highlights of the bundle in the episode, including: Ynglet, Wandersong, A Short Hike, Cloud Gardens, Speed Dating For Ghosts, Old Man’s Journey, Celeste, Art Sqool & More. There are some good guides about where to get started with the bundle, too: Kotaku: https://kotaku.com/itch-bundle-for-ukraine-pc-gaming-russia-superhot-baba-1848640480 Rice: https://ricedigital.co.uk/10-best-games-bundle-for-ukraine Pocket Gamer: https://www.pocketgamer.com/itch-io-bundle/bundle-for-ukraine-that-you-can-play-portably/ If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

98: Elden Ring

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 22:18:09 +0000

Well, it looks like the Elden Ring hype has even managed to invade this gentle indie-game corner of the internet. To comb through the ins and outs of From Software's highly-rated, brutally difficult dark fantasy open-world game, I called in guest host Ciaran Daly for some podcasting co-op. He'd been to a crab museum, was hung over, and did very well. Thanks Ciaran. Note: this is the first From Software game either of us have played, so it's as much about the initial experience of navigating the reputation, systems, and foibles of the From universe as it is Elden Ring itself.

If you like, you can to skip the intro and go straight to:
00:15:15 Our histories playing tough games
00:24:35 Elden Ring review

Other links:
My guest appearance on Sifter's Mainstream podcast: https://pod.link/mainstream/episode/3283c92291b28562be9d8b573890e1ca
Miyazaki on difficulty: https://www.playstationlifestyle.net/2022/02/28/elden-ring-difficulty-fromsoftware-identity-miyazaki/
Follow Ciaran: http://twitter.com/radartreview and http://twitter.com/facecuddle

And as always, thanks for listening!

97: Horizon Forbidden West

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:15:51 +0000

Finally! Horizon Forbidden West has arrived! 67 hours into my play through, it was fun to spend an hour on this extensive, spoiler-free deep-dive into the exciting new gameplay mechanics, all-time-high visuals, storytelling and characterisation changes, more rich and fully explored tribal cultures, traversal improvements... and, of course, the robotic elephant in the room, the climbing system.

Also discussed: Elden Ring, Cloudpunk, Bravely Default, Tunic.

And as always, thanks for listening!

96: Horizon Zero Dawn Timeline & Plot Recap

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 22:50:47 +0000

A couple of years ago, to the day, episode one of this podcast was published, about the quite amazing sci-fi epic Horizon Zero Dawn. It was a short episode, just ten minutes long. You can find it in the podcast history if you'd like to hear it it – a short, heartfelt review of what it felt like to play one of the best games ever made. It seems fitting that, two years later, the podcast's birthday present is the sequel, Horizon Forbidden West (thanks, Guerilla!) As the release date drew closer, I found that I'd forgotten some elements of the complicated three-pronged plot of HZD. To reacquiant myself, I played the game on New Game+ mode over the last week. It was a very different playthrough to my first one, which was an 87-hour wonderstruck meander through this game world. This time, I beelined the plot, reading all the text files, listening to all the audio clips, and – for fun – making a timeline of The Great Die-Off, The Clawback, FARO Industries, and the Zero Dawn project. It occurred to me that if I needed this recap, maybe others do to. I hope you enjoy the episode. It's packed with spoilers for Zero Dawn! Just so you know. But I have no idea about Fobidden West, so you're safe there. Links: Gaming In The Wild 01 - Horizon Zero Dawn review: https://anchor.fm/gaminginthewild/episodes/01-Horizon-Zero-Dawn-eb47a6 Incredibly useful Horizon Fandom Wiki: http://horizon.fandom.com Noclip HZD Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9tLcD1r-6w Machine ecosystem concept art: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/AKbEo If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

95: Guacamelee: Super Turbo Championship Edition

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 19:42:11 +0000

Guacamelee is a fresh, bright, Mexico-inspired Metroidvania-brawler by Drinkbox. Originally released in 2014, it preempted the comeback of the Metroidvania genre by a few years, but a 2018 Switch port brought it to a new audience – including me.

Also discussed: Halo: Infinite and Nobody Saves The World.

See a talk by lead artist Augusto Quijano here: http://youtube.com/watch?v=bZDe7cbfmc0.

And as always, thanks for listening!

94: Wytchwood

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 18:25:38 +0000

This week marks the podcast’s second birthday, so it begins with some fun listener questions, before moving on to the featured game of the episode: Wytchwood. In this gothic fairytale crafting game, you play as a mysterious bog witch. You'll pick up everything that isn't tied down through several beautifully illustrated biomes, crafting these ingredients into potions, spells and objects to capture a series of wayward souls. It's a relaxing game, if you can get into the collectathon spirit, with an episodic story that mixes fairytale weirdness with wry social commentary.

Also discussed: Halo: Infinite, Dreamscaper, Fire & Ice, Super Lucky’s Tale, Breath of the WIld, Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds, Red Dead Redemption 2, and more.

Some links from the show:
Follow Just Werk: https://www.twitch.tv/justwerk.
Info on retro game Fire & Ice: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_and_Ice_(video_game).

If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

93: Half Life Alyx, Halo Infinite, AC Valhalla, Metroid Dread, Golf Club Wasteland

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 02:11:45 +0000

This week features special guest Ciaran Daly, for a wide ranging chat about some huge games including Half Life Alyx, Halo: Infinite, Back 4 Blood, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Metroid Dread, and a little indie called Golf Club Wasteland. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

92: The Pedestrian, Minute of Islands, AC Valhalla, Mass Effect, & More

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 18:23:10 +0000

Game Pass is the subscription that keeps on giving this week. The featured game is The Pedestrian - a highly original and immaculately designed 2D puzzle game that takes you on a journey through the signage, placards, pages and screens of a beautifully rendered 3D city.

Also this episode: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Nobody Saves The World, Mass Effect: Legendary Edition, and Minute of Islands.

Find my full reviews of all of the games mentioned, and developer interviews with the creators of Sable and Signs of the Sojourner: http://anchor.fm/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

91: Heavens Vault & Indie Games To Watch In 2022

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 23:30:30 +0000

Heaven’s Vault is a highly original adventure game by Inkle, ported to Switch in 2021. It allows you to explore the interlunar rivers of a far-flung nebula, translating an ancient language from found artefacts to reveal a hidden history. Also this episode: a preview of five Indies to look out for in 2022: Open Roads, FAR: Changing Tides, Citizen Sleeper, Terra Nil, and Weird West. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

90: The Gunk

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 20:35:51 +0000

Beware THE GUNK! This episode looks at a short, cosy sci-fi adventure-platformer that came to Game Pass and won me over during the holiday season.

Also discussed: Ender Lilies, Heaven’s Vault, Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and more.

And as always, thanks for listening!

89: GOTY 2021 - The Final Cut

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 16:46:26 +0000

After three great special guest GOTY episodes, it’s time for the Gaming In The Wild **super official** top ten games of 2021. So I hope you enjoy this run through my top games of the year, including Cloud Gardens, Death’s Door, Signs of the Sojourner, Sable, Chicory, Inscryption, Resident Evil Village, Griftlands, Forza Horizon 5, and more! Find my full reviews of all of the games mentioned, and developer interviews with the creators of Sable and Signs of the Sojourner: http://anchor.fm/gaminginthewild. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

88: Games of the Year 2021 #3 with Louis Brooks

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 23:09:47 +0000

This week’s GOTY special episode is a return visit from Louis of Time Played 3hr. He dropped by to discuss building a PC, landing a PS5, and a wide range of games like Exo One, Mundaun, Forza Horizon 5, Last Call, Resident Evil Village, Metroid Dread, Shadow Man, Returnal, Before Your Eyes, No Longer Home, Guardians of the Galaxy, Sable, NieR Replicant, and more.

And as always, thanks for listening!

87: Games of the Year 2021 #2 with Raygan Kelly

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 17:21:19 +0000

Welcome to the second games of the year GOTY episode for 2021. My guest this week is Raygan Kelly, one of the co-hosts of The Short Game podcast, a show that looks at short video games. The games we discussed include: NieR Replicant, The Forgotten City, Death’s Door, Inscryption, Forza Horizon 5, World Flipper, Boomerang X, Carto, PGA Tour 2K21, Mario Golf: Super Rush, Golf Club Wasteland, and more. You can find The Short Game at http://theshortgame.net on your podcast platform of choice and follow Raygan on Twitter @raygank. If you enjoy the show, you're welcome to come and connect on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

86: Games of the Year 2021 #1 with Brad Gallaway

Sat, 11 Dec 2021 02:22:52 +0000

This week’s pod is the first in a series of year in review episodes to round off 2021. The first special guest sharing their games of the year is Brad Gallaway, co-host of the So Videogames podcast, and editor of gamecritics.com. We had a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from The Game Awards 2021, to under the radar indies, AAA hits and misses, our publishers and gaming news of the year, and more. Games discussed include: Sable, Steampunk Tower 2, Chicory, Kosmokrats, Signs Of The Sojourner, Black Book, Solar Ash, Death Crown, Mass Effect, Monster Hunter: Rise, Inscryption, Lake, Returnal, Buildings Have Feelings Too, Twelve Minutes, It Takes Two, Before Your Eyes, Death Stranding: Director's Cut, Unavowed, and many more. Find the Returnal interview mentioned in the show: https://interactive.libsyn.com/returnal-with-harry-krueger Find Ian Hamilton, the accessibility specialist mentioned in the show: https://twitter.com/ianhamilton_ Follow So Videogames on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-200756560 If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks to Brad for making time for this conversation, and as always, thanks for listening!

85: Solar Ash

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 12:04:48 +0000

Solar Ash is a mesmerising journey into a black hole full of shattered worlds. It’s the story of Rei, a fast-moving voidrunner tasked with collapsing this "Ultravoid" to save her planet from destruction. It combines slick, satisfying movement, epic boss encounters, and a melancholy story into thrilling and resonant whole.

Also discussed: Genesis Noir, Paper Mario: The Origami King, Life Is Strange: True Colors.

Buy the Jingle Jam charity games package: https://www.jinglejam.co.uk
Buy the World Land Trust game package: https://itch.io/b/1164/world-land-trust-bundle

And as always, thanks for listening!

84: Exo One

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Exo One is a quite beautiful exoplanetary flying game that appeared out of nowhere on Game Pass last week. It's a mesmerising play, as you soar through the clouds and roll over alien topography using an ingenious gravity engine. Also mentioned: Guardians of the Galaxy, Haven Park and Ynglet. Links: Game website: http://exo-one-game.com Download the soundtrack: http://rhyslindsay.bandcamp.com/releases Follow the developer: https://twitter.com/JayWeston If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

83: Chicory: A Colorful Tale

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 11:35:18 +0000

Chicory is a wholesome, polished, deceptively simple game that has an emotionally resonant story, and gives the 2D Zelda format a welcome splash of fresh paint. Also discussed: Death’s Door and The Wild At Heart come to Switch, A Short Hike comes to Playstation, and some first impressions of Guardians of the Galaxy. Links to some things mentioned: Death’s Door (full review episode): https://anchor.fm/gaminginthewild/episodes/66-Deaths-Door-e157750/a-a688ttj Kerlsburgers plays A Short Hike: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPEeE57EJ_Y If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

82: Forza Horizon 5, Psychonauts 2

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week I'm joined by Adam from Switch Indie Fix to discuss the psychedelic wonderland of Psychonauts 2, and the vast sandbox of top-tier open world driving extravaganza Forza Horizon 5. We also talk about Game Pass generally, and how it's changing our game-buying habits.

And as always, thanks for listening!

81: Unpacking, Ring of Pain, Lost In Random

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:31:57 +0000

This week’s show covers a whole bunch a games, including current Game Pass indie darling Unpacking, hard-as-nails card game Ring of Pain, and gothic dice 'n' deck adventure Lost In Random. Also discussed: Chicory & Lost Words. Links to some media that's mentioned: NoClip interview about Death’s Door: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdWHi6t5p8Q SIFTER interview about Ring of Pain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D576xC5QdqE Time Played 3hr's Inscryption episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0oxF5GqdND36RVGp3U5NX9?si=28563bc2499f4b70 If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

80: Kena: Bridge of Spirits

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week’s show is about Kena: Bridge of Spirits, a well-presented action-adventure by first time indie studio Ember Labs. It’s accomplished in some respects, but over-familiar in others. Hear the full review within.

Also discussed: Eastshade, Lost In Random, Psychonauts 2, Boomerang X, The Forgotten City, Stardew Valley.

And as always, thanks for listening!

79: Inscryption, Mundaun, Black Book, The Medium

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:30:24 +0000

It's the last week in October, so this week's episode takes a shaky, tentative, nervous step into the horror genre, looking at three curious indie games and one big-budget trip to... yep... *~*tH3 0tH3r S!d3*~*.

Reviewed:
2m59s: Pencil-drawn monochrome solo-dev indie game Mundaun
9m11s: Big-budget dual-world chiller The Medium
18m30s: Earthy Slavic witchcraft deck-battler Black Book
29m30s: Fantastic, mind-bending escape-room card game Inscryption

If you enjoyed the show, do come and say hi on social media: I'm on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch. You can find the links for those at http://gaminginthewild.com. You'll also find a link to my Patreon, where you can support the podcast from $1/£1/€1 per month, and get my gratitude – plus exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s lovely Discord community. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

Sharing the show with friends and reviewing on Apple Podcasts is also much appreciated! And as always, thanks for listening!

78: Switch OLED, JETT: The Far Shore

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:36:36 +0000

This week’s show is about JETT: The Far Shore, an intriguing sci-fi exploration game with a cosmic story, a stellar soundtrack, and an international Space Station full of gameplay issues. But before that, I talk about my experience with a brand new Switch OLED (yay!), and why I find video games to be a fantastic way to shake off stress and anxiety. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

77: Lake

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:56:57 +0000

This week’s show looks at Lake: a subtle, unusual, "aggressively mundane" small-town story game about delivering mail and making life choices. Links to the VR festival discussed in the show: RIFF XR: http://riff.is/riff-xr Notes on Blindness: http://notesonblindness.co.uk/vr Hana Hana http://hanahana.world The Under Presents http://tenderclaws.com/theunderpresents Also mentioned: The Medium, Mundaun, Black Book. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

76: TOEM (with Adam from Switch Indie Fix)

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 10:58:37 +0000

This week's episode is about cosy black & white photography game TOEM, which I discuss with special guest Adam from Switch Indie Fix. Adam did a summer of "No New Games", where he only played titles from his backlog spreadsheet for six whole months, so we discuss how that experience was for him also. Also mentioned this episode: Golf Club Wasteland, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Psychonauts 2 and Paper Mario: Origami King. You can head straight to our TOEM review at the 32 minute mark if you wish. If you enjoy the show, you can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, you can do so from $1 per month and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for that. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

75: Interview - Sable creators Daniel Fineberg & Greg Kythreotis of Shedworks

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 17:41:17 +0000

This week's episode is an in-depth interview with Daniel Fineberg and Gregorios Kythreotis, who developed sci-fi exploration game Sable together under the banner Shedworks. Thanks to Daniel & Greg for making time to discuss the inspirations, game world, narrative structure, history, architecture and wildlife of their excellent debut game.

Sable is out now on Xbox Gamepass and Windows. Episode 74 of Gaming in the Wild was a full review of the game – check that out here.

If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com.

This podcast is listener supported via Patreon. Supporters get extra episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community. You can join at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild, or support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

74: Sable

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 21:22:56 +0000

This week's longer-than-usual episode is about Sable, a lyrical sci-fi exploration game in which a young woman embarks on a coming of age journey through an expansive desert littered with natural wonders, memorable encounters, sparse camps, and hulking derelict spacecraft. It's a wonderful game with a calm mood and meticulous, thoughtful design throughout, from architecture, to outfits, to your customisable hover bike, to the modular narrative structure. If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up! You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

73: The Artful Escape

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 22:24:54 +0000

This week’s show is about the joyful, eye-popping psychedelic voyage of The Artful Escape. Strap on your telecaster and check any delicate musical sensibilities at the door to best enjoy this thrilling sci-fi odyssey.

Hear the insightful developer interview I mention in the podcast on Pixel Sift: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d4PAVZHK3g.

Also mentioned: God of War, Sable, TOEM, The Forgotten City, Black Book, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.

If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up!

You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

72: Cloud Gardens

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 09:30:20 +0000

This episode looks at three very different building games – the under-structured endless creative mode of Townscaper, the overly points-based Islanders, and a game that hits the Goldilocks zone: Cloud Gardens. It's a mellow but melancholic light free-form puzzler in which you drop endless human trash into abandoned post-industrial dioramas, until wild plants completely overgrow them. Also mentioned this episode: Death Trash, Psychonauts 2, Lake. If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up! You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

71: Griftlands

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:38:06 +0000

This week’s show is about Griftlands, Klei Entertainment’s classy deck-battling RPG. It stacks systems-upon-systems-upon-systems, but also features top-tier writing, a detailed scenario, and several great story campaigns. Also mentioned this episode: Ni No Kuni - Wrath of the White Witch. If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up! You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

70: Twelve Minutes

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 01:46:02 +0000

This week’s episode is about the controversial point ’n’ click home-invasion thriller Twelve Minutes. As a show that prefers to spotlight great titles and skate over bad ones, this is a rare instance of a negative feature review – however, in this case, it felt worth talking about. The game's story twists and problematic elements come with well-flagged spoiler and content warnings at the 27 minute mark.

Also mentioned this episode: Breath of the Wild, Griftlands, Horace, Fallout 4: Far Harbour & Nuka World, Red Dead Online, Psychonauts 2, Fantasian, No Longer Home.

You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

69: Omno, Glyph

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 17:43:25 +0000

This week’s episode features a mini-review of a simple bouncing ball game called Glyph, before a more in-depth look at recent Gamepass addition OMNO. This lovely adventure-puzzle-platformer doesn’t break any new ground, but it does everything very well, resulting in a mellow, relaxing, frictionless experience. There's a rare instance of me praising a game's map! So stay tuned for that. Also mentioned this episode: Children Of Morta, Yakuza: Like A Dragon, 12 Minutes, No Longer Home, Griftlands. If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch - find the links at http://gaminginthewild.com. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up! You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

68: The Longing (with special guest Brad Gallaway)

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 11:35:34 +0000

This week's episode is about existential point 'n' click adventure The Longing. To untangle the mysteries of this deeply eccentric and uniquely challenging game, I called in some expert reinforcements in gamecritics.com editor, So Videogames podcast host and all-round great guy Brad Gallaway. Also mentioned this episode: Omno, Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle. You can hear the So... Videogames! podcast on your favourite podcast service, or here: https://gamecritics.com/category/podcasts/so-videogames. If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://gaminginthewild.carrd.com. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up! You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

67: Last Stop, Overboard!, My Friend Pedro: Ripe For Revenge

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 00:58:04 +0000

This week's episode is a mix and match. It covers Annapurna-published narrative adventure Last Stop, Inkle's "youdunnit" murder game Overboard!, and the new mobile edition of absolutely bananas balletic blast-em-up My Friend Pedro.

Also mentioned: Griftlands, The Falconeer - Warrior Edition, Glyph.

If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up! You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

66: Death's Door

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 01:37:02 +0000

This week’s episode is about brand new indie darling Death’s Door, the first game by two-person studio Acid Nerve, published by Devolver. It’s a lovingly crafted game about a very bird day on the office for young fledgling crow tasked with reaping a giant soul.

Also mentioned this episode: Winds & Leaves, Slay The Spire.

If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://gaminginthewild.carrd.com.

If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up!

You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild .

And as always, thanks for listening!

65: Interview - Signs of the Sojourner creator Dyala Kattan-Wright

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week's episode is a conversation with Dyala Kattan-Wright, the creator of the conversational deck-builder Signs of the Sojourner. It's a memorable story presenting a warm and humane vision of our climate future. It landed on consoles earlier this year, and was featured in the Itch.io bundle for Palestine aid, so if you supported that campaign, you already own it. Check it out on the Echodog games website at https://www.echodoggames.com. (Side-note: I made a mistake during editing, so there's a pronounced echo on my voice throughout - but luckily not Dyala's. I hope it's not too distracting! Sorry!) Also mentioned this episode: Wasteland 3 and Outriders. If you enjoy the show, please do come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – you’ll get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community in return. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild to join up! You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

64: Nowhere Prophet & Gamepass Roundup

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

I skated over a few Gamepass titles last episode, but this week it's time to dive on in. The featured game is addictive but difficult card-battler Nowhere Prophet, and I also discuss indie monster game Carrion and the wonderful fairytale Zelda & Pikmin inspired adventure game The Wild At Heart. Oh, and I take five minutes to dunk on Bethesda's two multiplayer efforts, Fallout 76 & Elder Scrolls Online. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get early access, exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

63: Returnal

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:29:36 +0000

This episode is about the stunningly well-crafted and harrowingly difficult PS5 exclusive Returnal. It's kind of a coming-of-age party for Finnish shoot 'em up studio Housemarque, who've been covered several times on the show before. Returnal certainly has a lot to delve into, including the terrifying space-horror scenario, next-gen looks, haptic feedback, sound design, and lack of difficulty settings. (Note: I only discuss the first biome, and stay spoiler free until a flag that some Phrike boss-chat is coming up.) Also mentioned this episode: Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart, Nowhere Prophet, Final Fantasy XV, Yakuza: Like A Dragon, and The Wild At Heart. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://gaminginthewild.carrd.com. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

62: Death Stranding (with special guest Ciaran Daly)

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:18:25 +0000

This week's episode is a deep dive into the divisive but critically acclaimed Death Stranding, with special guest Ciaran Daly. We have a spoiler break half way through, so if you're yet to play the game, you're safe until then; if you've finished it and want some dissection of the plot and late game, it comes in the second half. Also mentioned this episode: Returnal, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and Carrion. Very special thanks to Patreon supporter Hoppel for sending me his old Xbox One S to play Gamepass! Follow Ciaran as Facecuddle on Twitter and Twitch, and via @radartreview. You can find the BBC documentary on Death Stranding that's mentioned in the episode here. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

61: Sludge Life

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 00:26:18 +0000

This week's featured game is Sludge Life – a brilliantly fun, deeply grimy first-person game about tagging and thieving your way through a smoggy industrial dystopia, to the sound of a stellar lo-fi hip-hop soundtrack.

Also mentioned this episode: Slay The Spire, 80 Days, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and how feels to finally get a PS5.

You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

60: Immortals: Fenyx Rising

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 16:00:00 +0000

This week I took on Ubisoft's Immortals: Fenyx Rising. It's a comedic take on some familiar Greek myths, with gameplay DNA from both the Assassin's Creed series and, notably, Nintendo's Breath of the Wild.

Also mentioned this episode: Sludge Life, Umurangi Generation, Slay The Spire, Death Stranding, FAR: Changing Tides and the Wholesome Games direct.

You can follow the show's Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://gaminginthewild.carrd.com and support the show on Patreon via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Thanks to Ubisoft Nordic for supplying a review copy of the game.

And as always, thanks for listening!

59: Slay The Spire, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:47:28 +0000

This week’s featured game is indie smash-hit Slay the Spire. It’s an easy to play, tough to master deck-battler game in which you try to fight your way to the top of the mysterious spire via bouts of addictive, strategic combat. There’s also a less positive review of the conceptually interesting, visually spectacular and deeply flawed Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. Also mentioned this episode: Ni No Kuni, Immortals: Fenyx Rising, Card of Darkness, Loop Hero, Sludge Life, Umurangi Generation. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

58: Fantasian

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 20:47:24 +0000

This week, our featured game is Apple Arcade's very own JRPG epic: Fantasian. Made by the producer of the original Final Fantasy series, it's a loving tribute to classic JRPGs past, with all of the charm and eccentricity that entails. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

57: NUTS

Fri, 28 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week I delved into the mysteries of Melmouth Forest in Apple Arcade gem NUTS (also available on Steam and Switch). Just what are those squirrels up to? Well, I won’t tell you, because it’s a spoiler-free show – but I will tell you about the art, sound, gameworld and mechanics of this Iceland-made indie title. Also mentioned: Bioshock Infinite, King of Seas, Cozy Grove, and Fallout 4 (yep, I'm still playing it). If you'd like to support the show on Patreon, for only $1/$3/$5 a month, you'll get my gratitude, plus exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also make a one-off tip via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Finally, come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

56: Signs Of The Sojourner

Fri, 21 May 2021 09:27:42 +0000

This week's game is the fascinating conversation-based future road trip simulator Signs Of The Sojourner. I really loved this game, and I highly recommend trying it out! Also mentioned: Cozy Grove, Streets of Rage 4 and Bioshock Infinite. If you'd to support the show on Patreon and help me hit my new patron goal, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. You can also say hi via Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch: http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. As always, thanks for listening!

55: Iris and the Giant

Fri, 14 May 2021 04:28:23 +0000

This week’s episode is about Iris and the Giant, a beautifully realised deck-battling game about a young girl’s journey through the underworld of her own imagination. Also mentioned: Subnautica Below Zero, Signs of the Sojourner, The Solitaire Conspiracy. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

54: Narita Boy

Fri, 07 May 2021 11:27:35 +0000

This week it's time to take up the Techno-Sword, become one with the Trichroma, and ride the Servo-Horse to victory in the Digital Kingdom of compelling high-retro pixel-art hack 'n' slasher Narita Boy. Also mentioned: The Longing & Bioshock Infinite. Also: many thanks to Stephan for being the show's newest Patreon Patron! If you'd to join him in supporting the show, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. Say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

53: Paradise Killer

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 12:37:45 +0000

Paradise Killer is a truly odd detective game, mixing a Miami Vice 1980s aesthetic with brutalist architecture, Lovecraftian gods, demonic possession, murder, class commentary, and sexy synth pop. We stay spoiler-free on the details of The Crime To End All Crimes in this 20-minute review. Also mentioned: Narita Boy, The Longing, Art Squool, Immortals: Fenyx Rising; thanks go to Patreon patron Broken Pixel - http://twitter.com/brokenpixelchat - for recommending The Longing, and game streamer Kerlsburgers - https://twitter.com/kerlsburgers - for being the show's newest patron! If you'd to join Kerls by supporting the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community. Go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. You can also say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

52: Moonlighter

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 14:51:11 +0000

This week I strapped on an enchanted helmet and did some dungeon-diving in the cosy and enjoyable shopkeeping roguelite Moonlighter.

Also mentioned: Thomas Was Alone looks great on Switch, bouncing off the puzzling world of Mirrormoon EP, and another stint with the intensely addictive mobile game Threes.

You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

51: Fez

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 16:17:14 +0000

This week’s episode looks at Fez, the classic 2012 indie platform game that made its way to Switch this week. It’s as wonderful today as it was upon release, and I talk through its high points (aesthetic, music, gameplay) and a few of the low ones (that map - my god!).

Also mentioned: Ring Fit Adventure, Forgotten Fields, Red Dead Redemption 2 and Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Thanks to my latest Patron supporter Major Jennyral.

And as always, thanks for listening!

50: Going Under, Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 18:34:21 +0000

For episode number fifty, I revisited the featured game of episode one – the classic open-world saga Horizon Zero Dawn – to explore the impressive Frozen Wilds DLC. There's also a review of Aggro Crab's colourful rogue-like dungeon crawler Going Under, and we finish with some fun listener questions. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. If you'd to support the show on Patreon, I'm very grateful – in return, you get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – go to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also support the show via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

49: Shinsekai: Into The Depths

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 23:58:44 +0000

This week I explored the bed of a far-future ocean in Shinsekai: Into The Depths. This exploration-focussed Metroidvania feels like an indie game, but it was actually developed by Capcom Japan specifically for Apple Arcade. As of late 2020, it's also available on Nintendo Switch, where it definitely qualifies as a hidden gem for fans of underwater games, Metroidvanias, and sci-fi with a Japanese flavour.

You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show at Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

48: Life is Strange

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 22:59:14 +0000

This week's episode takes a look at 2015 episodic graphic adventure Life Is Strange. It's a nostalgic game that's littered with pop cultural references from Twin Peaks to The X-Files to Groundhog Day, with a wonderful soundtrack and a story that's part paranormal mystery and part intimate character study, with moments of lightness set against some heavy themes.

As always, thanks for listening!

47: The Collage Atlas

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:58:55 +0000

These week I leaf through the pages of The Collage Atlas – a wonderfully delicate, aesthetic hand-drawn game that came out in 2020 for Apple Arcade. Also: an earthquake update, more praise for Fallout 4, and some news about the great games that are lined up for future episodes.

As always, thanks for listening!

46: Disco Elysium

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 10:13:33 +0000

This week's episode is about one of the most cerebral, detailed gameworlds I've ever inhabited: it’s the award-winning Disco Elysium, by Estonian studio ZA/UM. It's a game that mixes a dense, layered, politically rich game world with a fear & loathing-style protagonist, an innovative "consciousness simulator", and an intriguing murder mystery. Also mentioned: Sea of Solitude and (yes, again) Fallout 4. You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show at Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

45: A Plague Tale: Innocence

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 18:53:39 +0000

This week’s episode journeys into the dark heart of an accomplished narrative-led adventure game – A Plague Tale: Innocence.

Also: an Iceland earthquake update, first impressions of promising puzzle game Maquette, and further impressions of NUTS and Fallout 4.

As always, thanks for listening!

44: Entwined, Fallout 4

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 03:15:23 +0000

This week we take a step back in time to review 2014 title Entwined by PixelOpus, developers of Concrete Genie; and also a step into the future in the bleak but engaging wasteland of Fallout 4. Also mentioned: Solar Ash, A Plague Tale: Innocence, Nuts, Monument Valley, Maquette, and more.

You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. The podcast is listener supported, so if you enjoy it you can also support the show on Patreon and get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s cosy Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

And as always, thanks for listening!

The music in this episode is from Entwined, Fallout 4 and Night In The Woods.

43: Concrete Genie

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 01:33:21 +0000

This week I painted the walls of a bleak post-industrial town with neon nature dreamscapes in the fantastic modern fairytale Concrete Genie. It's an original and innovative game by Pixelopus, a studio with an interesting origin story in its own right. Also mentioned: Furi, Mario Galaxy, a preview of 2021 games, and some very exciting news about a forthcoming composer interview.

You can find me on social media (and support the show on Patreon, if you like!) via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. Shares, reviews and ratings are also very much appreciated, if that's a thing on your chosen listening platform.

And as always, thanks for listening!

42: Paper Beast, Cultist Simulator

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:12:14 +0000

This week's episode features two fascinating games. First it's a recommendation for the experiential origami nature odyssey Paper Beast – released in 2020 for Oculus and PSVR – followed by a critique of the bafflingly designed Cultist Simulator, which was recently ported to Switch. You can come say hi on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild and support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes and more via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild — or via Ko-Fi, if that’s your preferred creator platform, via http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

41: Interview - ‘In Other Waters’ Creator Gareth Damian Martin

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 22:09:32 +0000

This week's episode is an interview with Gareth Damian Martin, an artist, writer, and the developer of In Other Waters. It's an unusual game that offers you the chance to explore an alien ocean, experience an imaginative, detailed and plausible-seeming marine ecosystem, and to uncover a sci-fi mystery. It was an illuminating conversation that covers the game's conception, the ensuing research, writing and design, and the process of launching a game as a first-time developer. Follow Gareth on Twitter at @jumpovertheage and @InOtherWaters. You can also follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild, and support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community – head to http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for more info. You can also send a one-time tip via Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild. The music on this episode is by Amos Roddy. Additional thanks to Louis from Time Played 3hr for the audio help. And as always, thanks for listening.

40: Alba - A Wildlife Adventure

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 23:44:20 +0000

How time flies… it’s episode 40! That means the podcast is old enough to wonder why it doesn’t yet own a house and start worrying about doing more cardio. Lucky, then, that this week’s game is Alba: A Wildlife Adventure, which is a wonderfully innocent game about childhood, nature, birds, and the unbridled fun of summer holidays.

Also mentioned: the Backbone iPhone controller, PSVR, Apple Arcade, South of the Circle, Necrobarista, Nuts, What The Golf?, Immortals Fenyx Rising, Art of Rally, In Other Waters, Disco Elysium, and more.

You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild, or tip the show at Ko-Fi if that’s your preferred creator platform: http://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

As always, thanks for listening!

39: If Found... & Guildlings

Sat, 23 Jan 2021 19:39:50 +0000

This week's episode is a short one about two short touchscreen games: the Game Awards winning If Found... and the Apple Arcade's miniature feel-good RPG Guildlings.

Also touched upon: Linelight, Reigns, Necrobarista, Red Colony, Yakuza 0 and Resogun.

You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

Support also appreciated via Ko-Fi, if that's your preferred platform: https://ko-fi.com/gaminginthewild.

As always, thanks for listening!

38: Spiritfarer, WATTAM, Nex Machina

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 19:51:39 +0000

New year, new series! The first episode in season 2 of Gaming in the Wild is a banger, featuring three games I played during the winter break - the beautiful Spiritfarer, the bonkers WATTAM, and the adrenalised Nex Machina.

Also featured: aurora sightings, things I’ve gotten in the mail recently, and how to deal with game frustration.

As always, thanks for listening!

37: Games of the Year 2020 #3 with Dani

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 03:23:11 +0000

In the final of three GOTY 2020 episodes, this week’s guest is gamer, streamer, and brand new dog owner Dani aka Girl With Box. Dani brings a fresh multiplayer selection that helped her stay sane in the year that was. You can follow Dani at https://twitter.com/girlwithbox. (Note, Dog With Box, aka Muncy, does a bit of background gnawing at the start - if it bothers you, jump in at minute 17 and you’re safe from there. The game under discussion is Just Dance.) You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

36: Games of the Year 2020 #2 with Louis

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:41:51 +0000

My second Games of the Year guest is Louis, co-host of the excellent Time Played 3hr podcast, who dropped by to talk about the history of rally driving, in-game photography, turning horses into glue, Cyberpunk 2077, and much more besides. It was a really fun chat, be sure to check out Time Plays 3hr, streaming now on all reputable podcast services. Games discussed: 12:01 Umurangi Generation 18:35 The Pathless 30:40 Wide Ocean Big Jacket 36:00 In Other Waters 43:40 Animal Farm 56:00 A Short Hike 64:44 Art of Rally 72:36 The Last Of Us Pt. II 93:03 Cyberpunk 2077 106:07 Kentucky Route Zero 118:50 Wandersong 119:41 Manifold Garden You can find the article Louis mentioned about Last Of Us Pt. II here: https://www.vice.com/amp/en/article/bv8da4/the-not-so-hidden-israeli-politics-of-the-last-of-us-part-ii -- And you can find the great video games e-zine I referenced called Heterotopias here: http://www.heterotopiaszine.com and the Adam Robinson-Yu Short Hike lecture here: https://youtu.be/ZW8gWgpptI8. Follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild . You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild . The music in this show is by Ben Babbitt, from Kentucky Route Zero. As always, thanks for listening!

35: Games Of The Year 2020 #1 with Ciaran Daly

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:26:14 +0000

On this week’s episode I welcome special guest Ciaran Daly to the show. He's one of the people behind the Radical Art Review magazine (and kind of my “gaming mentor”). We each talked about five games we loved playing this year. It’s not all about 2020 releases - some of them are from last year, or earlier - but it was a really fun chat about games as diverse as Mario All-Stars, Dreams, Disco Elysium, Kentucky Route Zero, Hollow Knight, Death Stranding, The Last of Us Pt. II, Outer Wilds, and more. The next few shows will feature other guests talking through their year in games. Check out Radical Art Review online at http://www.radicalartreview.org. Follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. As always, thanks for listening! (Music by Ben Babbitt, from Kentucky Route Zero)

34: Control DLC, No Man's Sky Origins, Alto's Adventure, Gato Roboto, Ni No Kuni

Sat, 05 Dec 2020 03:19:15 +0000

This week’s episode is a roundup of some true show favourites that have recently had updates. Remedy’s Control has added much-needed difficulty options and two new episodes; No Man’s Sky has continued to grow and improve with the 2020 Desolation and Origins updates. I also share some thoughts on recent sale buys Gato Roboto, The Alto Collection, and Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch.

You can come say hi and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. I'm also very grateful to my listeners who support the show via Patreon, and in return get exclusive episodes, weekly sale recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community. Join the gang via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild for as little as $1 a month!

And as always, thanks for listening.

33: Pyre

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 01:16:50 +0000

This week's game is the third polished gem in the Supergiant Games roster. After escaping from Hades last episode, this time I traverse the Downside in the high-fantasy visual novel–RPG–sports game Pyre. It's an inventive and aesthetically stunning one-off game that's like nothing else I've played. (There's a spoiler break half way through, so you can hear about it safely if you wanna play it yourself, or hear some late-game thoughts if you've played it already.)

As always, thanks for listening!

32: Hades

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 20:56:19 +0000

This week’s show is about Hades, an all-action roguelike dungeon crawler set in the Greek underworld. It’s not my usual genre, but it's by the acclaimed Supergiant studio who made Transistor, Pyre and Bastion, which bodes well for any game. It took a bit of a journey to understand the mechanics, but it's a supremely entertaining game that earned my admiration by the end. It’s out now for Nintendo Switch, Windows and Mac.

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And as always, thanks for listening!

31: The Pathless

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 02:39:17 +0000

This week I played an extraordinary new action-adventure game called The Pathless by Giant Squid, the studio behind ABZU. With fluid gameplay, brilliant music and a fascinating game world, fans of Journey, Breath of the Wild, Shadow of the Colossus and Hyper Light Drifter will find something to love here. The game also touches interestingly on some contemporary themes, which are explored after the spoiler break. There’s a 2xVinyl version of the fantastic soundtrack by Austin Wintory available via I Am 8 Bit, along with a physical edition of the game. It’s also available digitally for Playstation 4 & 5, Apple Arcade and PC. You can also support the show on Patreon to get patron-exclusive episodes, game recommendations, and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Also, you can share your thoughts on the game and follow the show via Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

30: Dear Esther

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 14:32:33 +0000

This week's episode takes us to a far-flung Hebridean island to kick through the seaweed and hike over the hills of melancholic 'walking simulator' Dear Esther. Fans of more recent games like Gone Home and What Became of Edith Finch? will find something to enjoy here. Having finally finished one story strand of the mammoth Spartan saga Assassin's Creed Odyssey, it’s also time to revisit that game and dare to ask: can open world games be too big? You can follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. You can also support the show on Patreon to get exclusive episodes, sale recommendations and an invite to the show’s Discord community via http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

29: Paratopic, Speed Dating For Ghosts

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:09:40 +0000

The truth is out there... maybe? This episode I played two Halloweeny games: the bizarre fractured narrative of 45 minute indie-horror game Paratopic, and the surprisingly wholesome Speed Dating For Ghosts. Both are available for just a couple of units of your favourite currency on Steam, Itch and Nintendo Switch. You can follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. Also, whether you're a brand new arrival or a regular listener, you can support the show from just $1 a month at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks for listening, and happy halloween!

28: Red Dead Redemption 2

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 21:59:06 +0000

This week’s show covers one of the most acclaimed (and best-selling) games of all time – the stunning Western epic, Red Dead Redemption 2. Now 25 hours in, I’ve been breathing the mountain air, learning the dead-eye, and coming to grips with the radical freedom that this stunning outlaw simulation has to offer.

I also chat a bit about Fallout 76, and about how I’m recording in the middle of an audible windstorm. Hope it doesn’t become distracting!

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And as always, thanks for listening!

27: Playdead's INSIDE

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 23:29:57 +0000

Is INSIDE a horror game? Find out this episode, when I delve into Playdead's LIMBO follow-up (and conduct a Twitter poll about whether this qualifies as a Halloween episode). Also featured: the oddities of playing as a child protagonist, the enjoyment of piecing together narratives from environmental cues and clues, the game's stunning sound design, and more. (Note: story spoilers are behind a well-demarcated break, so you can listen to most of it without fear if you're yet to play it yourself).

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And as always, thanks for listening!

26: Outer Wilds

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 18:27:56 +0000

This latest episode covers the fabulous, original, challenging sci-fi exploration game Outer Wilds. It's dizzyingly ambitious, and can be both glorious and maddening. It's a true original. This spoiler-free episode covers the gameplay and the first passage of play, with a spoiler break to talk about some of the central concepts and late-game stuff, so you can listen safely if you're yet to play. And I stress that this is a game best experienced with as little advance info as possible. Don't even watch the trailer or read the Wiki! If you enjoy the episode, you can support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 a month, and get access to Patron-exclusive episodes and more fun perks. I really appreciate it! http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild You can also say hi on Twitter, or come join the party at Twitch, Instagram and YouTube via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. And as always, thanks for listening!

25: The Stanley Parable & The Beginner's Guide

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 22:44:51 +0000

The Stanley Parable and The Beginner’s Guide are two deeply unusual games by US developer Davey Wreden. This week's show takes a dive into the alternately surprising, hilarious and disturbing waters of their bizarre metafictional stories.

Also covered: the troubled release of Lost Ember, and some first thoughts on Ori & The Blind Forest and Ori & The Will Of The Wisps.

You can join the Gaming In The Wild Discord community – and help fund the show – for as little as $3 per month via our new Patreon page. Find out more at http://patreon.com/gaminginthewild.

I always love to hear from listeners - you can find the show on Twitter, Youtube, Instagram and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

The music on this episode is from the featured games, by Yiannis Ioannides (The Stanley Parable) and Ryan Roth (The Beginner's Guide). The outro music is from Night In The Woods.

Thanks for listening!

24: Virginia

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 01:35:17 +0000

Many games are described as cinematic, but few have gone as far in that direction as Virginia. A BAFTA-winning 2016 narrative 'walking simulator', it's a surreal and fascinating game that recalls Silence of the Lambs as much as Firewatch, and it's the featured game of this week's episode. Also covered: the launch of the Gaming In The Wild Patreon (which you can join at http://www.patreon.com/gaminginthewild if you so desire!), a northern lights sighting as Iceland's dark season arrives, a difficult experience playing Ori & The Blind Forest, the latest No Man's Sky update, and more. You can follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, Twitch and YouTube via http://linktre.ee/gaminginthewild. And, as always, thanks for listening! Articles mentioned in the episode: MCVUK interview: https://www.mcvuk.com/business-news/media-pr/variable-state-on-the-making-of-virginia/ One of Virginia's directors interviewed: http://playingcatchup.co.uk/interview-jonathan-burroughs-of-variable-state/

23: The Last Campfire, Superliminal, PS5 & X-Box Series X

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 17:14:38 +0000

This week’s show has the novelty of being about actual new games! First, we dive into the forlorn underground of The Last Campfire, before engaging in some optical illusion trickery in the Portal-influenced Superliminal.

Finally, there’s some chat about the PS5 and X-Box price reveals, and the ensuing Twitter flop-off from fans of each console.

Find the show on Twitter, YouTube, Twitch and Instagram to let me know if you have any game suggestions, or dis/liked these games: http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

Hear The Last Campfire soundtrack by Paul Weir at: https://hellogames.bandcamp.com/album/the-last-campfire-soundtrack
Find the lo-fi mix of the Superliminal soundtrack at: https://2mellomakes.bandcamp.com/album/superliminal-the-lo-fi-mix

And thanks, as always, for listening!

22: The Unfinished Swan, Fujii PSVR, Gorogoa

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 18:35:58 +0000

This episode is about three games that all share a sense of wonder and fairytale mystery. First is The Unfinished Swan, a celebrated 2012 PS3 title that has just been released for iOS and Steam. Next up is Fujii, a mellow, nature-oriented VR journey. Then it's time for enigmatic dimension-shifting 2D puzzle game Gorogoa. We round things off with some chat about The Secret of Dank Mountain and Sky: Children of Light.

Feel free to come say hi or find additional content relating to the show on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Twitch via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

Find The Unfinished Swan soundtrack at: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP9000-NPUA30116_00-098202SNDTRACK01
Find the Fujii soundtrack at: https://normanbambi.bandcamp.com/album/fujii
Find the Gorogoa soundtrack at https://store.steampowered.com/app/745160/Gorogoa__Original_Soundtrack/

21: Road To Guangdong, Battle Chef Brigade, Far From Noise, One Line Coloring

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 22:32:58 +0000

This episode centres coincidentally on games featuring Chinese food: indie visual novel and family saga Road To Guangdong, and brawler-puzzler-anime-story Battle Chef Brigade. Also covered: surreal visual novel Far From Noise, and finally, easy going tactile puzzle game One Line Coloring.

Follow the show on Twitter, Twitch, YouTube and Instagram via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. Thanks to Switch Indie Fix for providing a review copy of Road To Guangdong: look out for my review there soon. More thanks to Mythic Owl for providing a copy of One Line Coloring. And, as always, thanks to you, for listening.

20: Thomas Was Alone, Pikuniku, Assassin's Creed Odyssey

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

This episode begins with two wonderful indie games: the BAFTA-winning minimalist platformer Thomas Was Alone, and jelly-legged capitalism dismantlement simulator Pikuniku. Then, it's a trip to Ancient Greece for big-budget blockbuster Assassin's Creed Odyssey, with a segment about how the game is being used as a communication tool by modern day historians. Finally, I run through some essential bargains in the current Nintendo Switch eShop sale.

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And as always, thanks for listening.

19: Fe, Bleak Sword, A Dark Room

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 02:39:58 +0000

As summer ends and night returns to Iceland, this episode is about three dark games. Fe (pronounced, roughly, Fay-uh, from the Swedish for "fairy") is a mysterious exploration game about animals singing to each other in a forest ecosystem. Bleak Sword is an Apple Arcade title by Spanish solo dev More 8 Bit that will thoroughly test your swiping skills. Finally, A Dark Room is a compelling and creative text adventure that begins with lighting a fire, and takes some pleasantly and unexpected narrative swerves.

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The episode is soundtracked by the gorgeous Fe OST, by Joel Bille. Buy it here: https://joelbille.bandcamp.com/album/fe-original-game-soundtrack.

18: Alan Wake

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:46:00 +0000

This week I visited the picturesque Pacific Northwestern town of Bright Falls for a psychologically horrorifying and thrilling vacay via 'Alan Wake.' It was like a step back in time, not only in the town's atmosphere, but in terms of the console itself, because I borrowed an Xbox 360 solely to play this game. Sure, it's a lot of effort for one game... but the thing is, 'Alan Wake' is the only other game set in the Remedy universe that also contains 'Control' (see episode 2 for more on that). Alan Wake is a spiritual prequel to that game, and it was a lot of fun to talk it over.

Also, the second part of the show covers my non-review of 'Bleak Sword', a chat about the wider Xbox 360 catalogue, and the story of my puppy-sitting travails.

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The outro music is 'Possum Springs' from Night In The Woods - but it at https://infiniteammo.bandcamp.com.

And as always, thanks for listening!

17: Firewatch, Bastion, Okami

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 22:59:29 +0000

It's been a quiet spell for new games lately, so this episode takes on a few indie classics. Firewatch was on sale recently, so it's doing the rounds once more – I take a spoiler-free stroll through the beautiful Wyoming forest with main characters Henry and Delilah. Next up, some first impressions of Supergiant's Bastion and the Japanese-mythology-inspired action-adventure Okami. Finally, I round up some some DS and 3DS titles I've been enjoying, and talk about A Mortician's Tale from the recent Itch Bundle for the BLM movement, and recommend some other games podcasts. You can come say hi, recommend games, and follow the show on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube and Twitch at http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild. Thanks for listening!

16: Hyper Light Drifter

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 00:47:07 +0000

Action-RPG-adventure game Hyper Light Drifter is something of a legendary indie game. It's a gorgeous pixel-art world, drenched in neon and pastel colour and soundtracked by a haunting ambient synth score. It's also famously difficult, with intense wave-based combat arenas and some hard-as-nails bosses, leading to a lot of understandable bounces and ragequits. We talk about all this and more in a spoiler-free half-hour look at a contemporary indie classic.

Find the game on Switch, Steam, iOS, PS4 and Xbox. Soundtrack by Disasterpeace.

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15: The Last Guardian

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 20:25:53 +0000

This episode is about Fumito Ueda's The Last Guardian. Nine years in the making, it's the follow-up to Shadow of the Colossus – only this time, the colossus in question is Trico, a remarkable giant cat-dog-bird hybrid with a mind of its own. Playing as a young boy in a vast, abandoned, labyrinthine city, you must bond with this fascinating beast to solve puzzles, defeat enemies, and travel ever upwards towards the mysterious white tower at the city's peak. It's a game with glorious highs and regrettable lows, all of which are discussed in detail. There's a spoiler break around the 30 minute mark, after which some plot details are revealed.

If you enjoy the show, feel free to come say hi on Twitter, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram and elsewhere via http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

Music by Takeshi Furukawa and the London Symphony Orchestra.

14: The Last Of Us 2 (Spoilercast Special)

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 23:21:35 +0000

The Last Of Us 2 is a game that's ignited discussion across the gaming community. It's an emotionally gruelling journey that takes some unexpected swerves in both narrative and game design. It's an emotional whirlwind that, much like the original, leaves the player blinking at the screen in disbelief. To try and untangle "what just happened", I invited Dani, aka gamer, Twitter personality, streamer and YouTuber Girl With Box, to sit down for an in-depth spoilercast that discusses the themes, characters, plot twists, scary moments and dizzying story decisions of this landmark PS4 title. Follow Girl With Box on Twitter at http://twitter.com/girlwithbox. Follow the show on Twitter, Twitch, Instagram, YouTube and elsewhere at: http://linktr.ee/gaminginthewild.

13: Ruiner, Left Behind, The Last Of Us Part II

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 22:42:27 +0000

Our featured game this week is 'Ruiner', a twin-stick shooter with light narrative/RPG elements in a dark cyberpunk world. It’s a 2017 game published by Devolver Digital that's getting a second life as a fresh Switch port, and we discuss the ups and downs of the game, and whether it could could “do a Hollow Knight” and blow up because of its Switch release.

Secondly, following on from last episode, we talk through the 'Left Behind' DLC, which fills in some blanks of the story of 'The Last of Us', and sheds light on Ellie’s past in some flashback sequences. (Note: there are, necessarily, some plot spoilers for the first 'Last of Us' game in this section).

Thirdly, we through some spoiler-free first impressions of 'The Last Of Us Part II', including the vastly upgraded visuals, the improved combat, upgrades and skill tree system, and some other tweaks and differences that stand out.

Finally, as we just passed the halfway point of 2020, we talk through the main game of the year contenders so far, and some games that could still come along and snatch the crown.

'Ruiner' is out now on Steam, Switch, X-Box and PS4.
'Left Behind' is available on PS4 (currently on PSNow) and comes as part of 'The Last Of US: Remastered' package.
'The Last Of Us Pt. II' is out now on PS4.

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12: Katamari Damacy, Coffee Talk, The Good Time Garden, the last of The Last Of Us

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 00:00:41 +0000

Hey hey! In this week’s episode, I serve up an eccentric-game sandwich, with Katamari Damacy: Reroll and The Good Time Garden as the very weird and possibly-poisonous bread, and Coffee Talk as the… tasty mocha visual-novel filling. Because this metaphor is going so well….for dessert? A 20-minute spoiler-laden tableside monologue on my *complex feelings* about the finale of The Last Of Us: Remastered. You’re welcome. Free hand sanitiser on the way out. Tips accepted.

Timestamps:
4:36 - Katamari Damacy
13:23 - Coffee Talk
17:25 - The Good Time Garden
22:11 - The Last Of US: Remastered *SPOILER WARNING*

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Get Katamari Damacy: Reroll and Coffee Talk in the Nintendo Switch eShop.
Play The Good Time Garden: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1200860/The_Good_Time_Garden/
Play The Last of Us: Remastered on PS4.

Outro music from Mutazione. Buy the soundtrack here.
https://akuparagames.bandcamp.com/album/mutazione-original-game-soundtrack

And as always, thanks for listening!

11: The Last Of Us, Neo Cab, Paper Mario, The Itch Bundle For Racial Justice

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:13:10 +0000

With The Last of Us 2 and Paper Mario: Origami King about to drop, I decided to backtrack and play the last entry in each series for the first time. With no spoilers beyond basic early-game plot points, I discuss my experience at the halfway point of The Last of Us, praising its world building, character development and notable cohesion. Neo Cab is praised for its intimate and well-rendered nocturnal taxi driver story. Paper Mario: Sticker Stars comes in for some critique for falling foul of basic point 'n' click tropes. Finally, I discuss the downside of Jedi: Fallen Order's Metroid-inspired level design. The Last Of US Remastered is available to play on PlayStation 4, and free for PSNow subscribers. The soundtrack by Gustavo Santaolalla is here: https://open.spotify.com/album/2GFFxj8aR2XpwIMYanOPjh Neo Cab is currently on offer on Steam. Get the soundtrack at https://obfusc.bandcamp.com Check out Itch.io to discover the titles discussed in their Bundle for Racial Justice. Paper Mario: Origami King comes out on Nintendo Switch on July 17th. Join me for chats and streams on Twitter, Twitch and Instagram.

10: Manifold Garden, Death Stranding, Fallen Order, Apple Arcade

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 19:55:53 +0000

Hi everyone! In this episode I taken on some BIG GAMES like Death Stranding and Jedi: Fallen Order, having played the first three hours of each game side by side. I also dip into the indie wonderland of Apple Arcade via the dizzying Manifold Garden, the relaxing Mutazione, and a glimpse of Neo Cab. In the Q&A, the debate rages on Death Stranding, and we discuss if you should take the plunge on Apple Arcade. All this and more... enjoy! Join the conversation on Twitter, Twitch & Instagram at @gaminginthewild. Buy the Mutazione soundtrack here: https://akuparagames.bandcamp.com/album/mutazione-original-game-soundtrack. Buy the Night In The Woods soundtrack here: https://infiniteammo.bandcamp.com/album/night-in-the-woods-vol-1-at-the-end-of-everything. Find out more about Manifold Garden here: http://manifold.garden.

09: Detroit Become Human, Mad Max

Tue, 26 May 2020 22:25:55 +0000

This episode I review two critically divisive AAA games that – despite huge budgets – are often described as underrated or overlooked. Join me as I dive into the near-future of Quantic Dream’s ‘Detroit: Become Human’ and the far-future dystopia of Avalanche Studio’s ‘Mad Max’. We finish with some Twitter comments on the games – follow the show on Twitter and Instagram at @gaminginthewild to join the conversation, and find me on Twitch to chat in real time while I play the games. Twitter: http://twitter.com/gaminginthewild Instagram: http://instagram.com/gaminginthewild Twitch: http://twitch.tv/gaminginthewild Thanks for listening!

08: Bound, Rez Infinite, Telling Lies, Lonely Mountains: Downhill & No Man's Sky

Wed, 13 May 2020 23:36:38 +0000

This episode I talk about five games on PS4, PSVR and Nintendo Switch: Bound, Rez Infinite, Telling Lies, Lonely Mountains: Downhill and – you guessed it – No Man’s Sky. All of these capsule reviews can be considered free of any major spoilers, so you can listen without fear. Things are rounded off with a Q&A session that covers everything from whether VR is here to stay and how to avoid VR motion sickness to whether the Switch roster for 2020 is up to snuff.

Enjoy! You can follow the show and say hi on Twitter, Twitch and Instagram at @gaminginthewild.

Music used this episode:
Bound OST by Oleg Shpudeiko
Rez Infinite OST by Keiichi Sugiyama
Telling Lies OST by Nainita Desi
No Mans Sky OST by 65daysofstatic
Night In The Woods OST (Q&A section) by Alec Holowka

07: The PSVR Episode - Astro Bot, Moss, No Man's Sky

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 18:39:35 +0000

This is a special episode dedicated to my adventures into virtual gaming via a borrowed PSVR kit. I tried out Astro Bot: Rescue Mission, Moss, and No Man's Sky, which has become an obsession since I began a couple of weeks ago. I also take questions from Twitter about my favourite game visuals ever, life in Reykjavík, and whether VR makes me wanna hurl. Follow me on Twitter at: http://twitter.com/gaminginthewild Follow me on Twitch at: http://twitch.tv/gaminginthewild Most of the episode features music from No Man's Sky by 65daysofstatic. So thanks to them for the majestic game soundtrack. Enjoy!

06: In Other Waters, Gravity Rush 2, No Man's Sky, 3DS Classics

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 22:06:34 +0000

Episode six is here, and it’s a monster! After two more weeks of quarantine, I’m bursting to talk about everything I’ve been playing, starting with the brand new indie gem In Other Waters. Next up is the underrated blockbuster Gravity Rush 2. Then I dip a toe into the vast universe of No Man’s Sky, and play a few low-stakes titles like Bulletstorm, Golf Story, Hey! Pikmin and Hyrule Warriors. Finally, there’s a Q&A session, and a shoutout for the fantastic Twitter gaming community. If you’re interested in joining the conversation there, find me at www.twitter.com/gaminginthewild. Thanks for listening! Credits where credits are due: Buy the In Other Waters soundtrack: https://amosroddy.bandcamp.com/album/in-other-waters-ost Buy the Gravity Rush soundtrack: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP9000-CUSA07132_00-GR2SOUNDTRACKUS2 Buy the No Man’s Sky soundtrack: https://www.amazon.com/No-Mans-Sky-Infinite-Universe/dp/B01EJQ0PLY Buy the A Short Hike music (final Q&A section): https://marksparling.bandcamp.com/album/a-short-hike-original-soundtrack

05: ABZU, Night In The Woods, Mutazione, Donut County

Sat, 28 Mar 2020 20:26:50 +0000

Following on from the "chill games" edition, this episode is about ABZU, an underwater odyssey thats sure to take you on a mesmerising trip, all from the comfort of your couch.

After the main review, I also dip into some other wonderful indie titles - some of which are on sale now - namely, Night in the Woods, Mutazione, and Donut County. Enjoy!

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Thanks for listening! Stay safe and well everyone. ✨

04: Gris, Journey, FAR Lone Sails, Unfinished Swan, Sayonara Wild Hearts

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 01:04:39 +0000

Hi everyone. This episode is something a little different: five soothing, calming, non-violent, mellow games to help you unwind during difficult times. The five games I talk about this episode are FAR: Lone Sails, Journey, The Unfinished Swan, Gris and Sayonara Wild Hearts. I found all of them to be soul-soothing in their own way. None of them are expensive, and most are available cross-platform. I really hope you enjoy listening, and enjoy playing. I also give a shout out to the amazing Twitter community, with thanks to the people who pushed the show's Twitter account up to 1000 followers this week. Catch up with me there for chats, feedback and pass on your game recommendations at @gaminginthewild. Same handle on Instagram. Finally, RTs, shares, subscriptions, and reviews & ratings in the iTunes podcast app are very much appreciated to help spread the word for this little podcast. Take care out there, and happy gaming! ✨❤️✨

03: A Short Hike

Sat, 14 Mar 2020 15:28:54 +0000

This charming, heartwarming indie game is currently up for free at the Epic Games Store, so this podcast was made to let people know. I played A Short Hike over Christmas, and found it to be a relaxing experience, so I wanted to pass it on to anyone who hasn't played it yet. Hope you enjoy! You can follow the show on Twitter to say hello, offer feedback on the game or the show, or suggest a game for me to cover: http://twitter.com/gaminginthewild. I love hearing from listeners and chatting about games. Other useful links: Get the game: https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/product/a-short-hike Get the soundtrack: https://marksparling.bandcamp.com Follow the developer: http://twitter.com/adamgryu Thanks for listening! ✨

02: Control

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 20:16:52 +0000

Things get eerie this episode as we take a spoiler-free sortie into the dark and disturbing world of Control. Remedy’s acclaimed paranormal thriller is up for a bunch of BAFTAs, and is available right now on the PSNow subscription service, so it’s a good moment to visit the compelling, challenging, hard-as-nails environs of The Oldest House. Follow the show on Twitter to say hi and let me know what you think of Control, and - as always - thanks so much for listening. ✨

01: Horizon Zero Dawn

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 21:25:20 +0000

This blockbuster game was a release title for the PS4, but it looks as good and plays as well now as it did upon its 2017 release. It has since sold over 10 million copies, and as I experienced it for the first time, it was easy to see why. It takes place in a stunningly beautiful wilderness, and tells a brilliant post-apocalyptic story that's as compulsive and bingeworthy as Game of Thrones. Note: HZD is currently available as part of the PSNow "Netflix for games" service, until April 7th 2020. So if you're a member, get on it - the clock is ticking!

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00: Kentucky Route Zero

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 16:37:53 +0000

Welcome to the first episode of Gaming In The Wild (In honour of our featured game, we're calling it episode zero). This episode is about the surreal and brilliant Kentucky Route Zero, which was recently released by Annapurna Interactive on Steam, Switch and PS4. In this ten minute review, we talk over the weirdness and wonders that have made it an instant classic. John's review of the game at Switch Indie Fix: http://switchindiefix.com/kentucky-route-zero-tv-edition-switch-review/ Say hello, and offer feedback or game suggestions on Twitter: http://twitter.com/gaminginthewild