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Hello Cubies! In the past we have dissected many mechanics and showcased how they can be used differently in many games. This week we discuss some mechanics that may be easily overlooked, but make games so memorable when used properly. Some of these mechanics may be easily forgotten and just fade into the background. But does that mean that they are actually bad? Or does that mean that they are ac...

Hello Cubies! This week we are going to be diving into Citizen Sleeper. This game is truly amazing. It is a perfect balance of simplicity and complex narrative. It is a game that is able to show us what it really means to be human. You are able to follow so many different story lines that can make your gameplay experience unique. This is one of the games that really surprised both of us and will e...

It is that time once again! It is Summer Game Fest!  There are so many interesting games showcased and we are excited to dive into them. While most of the mainstream games were either expected or just not extremely exciting or revolutionary, the indie titles discussed were really interesting. There are so many titles that are pushing games into new areas. Some may not the greatest games ever, but...

Hello Cubies! This weeks episode is one that really means a lot to the both of us. Games have always had a bad rap when it comes to how they can be beneficial for development. But in the past we have tried to change that stigma by showing how they can be helpful for things like depression, PTSD, and inclusivity. This week we will be discussing the benefits of gaming when it pertains to autism. And...

Hello Cubies! War is a difficult thing to talk about, to experience and to capture in media. You can portray the emotions that are felt in difficult situations but getting people to fully grasp the reality oof the situation is almost impossible. So just like the movies, video games have hyper realized the experience of war. They have made the players feel like immortal heroes fighting for the caus...

Hello Cubies! Welcome back! This week we wanted to catch up with you all and discuss some of the games that we have been playing and what has caught our eye recently. We go over some updates in our lives but really it all about the games. It's crazy how many games have been played in 2022 so far and that is just the start. There are a lot of titles that have our attention so it just felt like the...

Welcome back! This is the final episode in our mini series, Interpreting The Elements! We have discussed earth, water and wind and now it is time to dive into fire. Fire is the life of everything and has been used countless time in stories, mythology and theories. It is such a crucial part of our lives that it is only natural that it plays an integral part in games. Whether it is used as purely a...

Art house media has been around for quite a while. It is most known in the film industry with the movies that are a little bit out there but push the medium into direction that people were not comfortable with previously. Video games also have their fair share of games that really push the envelope here and these games have helped change the way we view the genre. They help broaden our minds and r...

Hello and welcome back Cubies! This week we conclude our game of the Quiet Year. In last week's episode with began to build out our world of Axium, and this time there is a lot of change! Fall and Winter are difficult seasons, filled with difficult decisions and changing landscapes. War, disease, unknown mysteries, dividing regions, all this and more in this exciting conclusion. But this is not a...

Hello Cubies! This week we start an epic tale as we explore a new way for us to make a game. We start with crafting the world that our game will live in. Using The Quiet Year we explore what this land hold precious and what conflicts may arise to help craft the landscape. There are many mysteries in this land that we will uncover one season at a time. Enjoy this part 1 of our epic tale. Also, be s...

Hello Cubies! And welcome back to another week of GlitchCube! We are continuing our little mini series here where we dive through the elements. Last time we discussed water and this week it is all about earth! Earth can be portrayed in many different ways and we have gathered a list of games that do just that. They showcase how this element can be used to inspire many genres and mechanics within g...

Hello All and welcome back! Steam has given us some amazing fests that allow us to explore titles that we may have never heard of.  And they are doing it once again! This time they are pairing up with W.A.S.D. Live which is an event in London that will showcasing many indie titles as well as be a great place for people to network. The wonderful thing about this fest is that all the games that will...

Hey Hi Hello Cubies! This week we begin another journey into a mini series. This time we are going to be seeing how games interpret the elements and use them as thematic tool. We are all aware of water based levels and how frustrating they can potentially be but when a game uses that element as the main pillar behind their design it can be a magical experience. So grab your flippers and goggles as...

Hello and welcome once again to the Cube-Express! Our next stop is the lovely Brazil! Brazil has such a rich and interesting history with video games and this history has lead to the creation of some amazing titles out there. This week we dive into Brazil's rich history then we chat about some of the stellar indie titles coming out of this power house! -------- Follow the link bellow to go to our...

So this month has been crazy with great games coming out, games that will demand all of your spare time and you are more than happy to give it all up. Since diving into all of them would be a pretty difficult task we decided to focus on two of the heavy hitters, Elden Ring and Triangle Strategy. These two game could not be more different in their mechanics and visuals, but they doo have something...

All aboard the GlitchCube Express as we travel now to South America! South America has a very interesting relationship with games. Their retro game culture is huge and that can be seen in a lot of the games that come out of here. But these are not your typical retro games, they are retro games with style! We venture through the Amazon with Tunche, travel back in time to explore the beautiful archi...

Hey there Cubies! This week we are chilling out and catching up on games that have grabbed our interest recently as well as just chatting about our lives. This is a relaxed vibes kinda episode. It's been a while since we just chatted and wanted to take the time to do this in between some more research heavy topics. So kick off your shoes, throw on those comfortable sweatpants and vibe with us this...

Hello Cubies! We have something really exciting for you this week! We are diving into our next mini series! This time we are going to be traveling the globe through games.  With games becoming more and more accessible  around to the world we are seeing some amazing studios and titles come up. And those titles are pulling from their own personal cultures and the stories of their pasts.  Stories tha...

Hello again Cubies! This week we dive into the world of environmental story telling! Now some of you may be asking what that is exactly. Well the easiest way to learn is to listen to the episode. But it is an amazing tool for game designers to deliver lore and grow the world based on the players actions.  Most of the time we are given options and can see the direct effects that will come from thos...

Hello everyone! This week we tackle a topic that we actually have recorded previously! It is the only episode that we lost and it was in the early stages of our podcasting adventure. This is us tackling the greatest gaming question out there. What is more important? Gameplay or Story??? This was a great conversation and it really did show us that when we originally tried to tackle this idea we wer...

Hey there Cubies!!! Welcome back to another fun and exciting episode! This week Chris answers the call and plays Enslaved! We both discuss our experience with it and talk about what this game has done, not just for Ninja Theory but the industry as well.  We also wanted to take the time to discuss some current events because there are some big changes coming to the gaming industry! -------- Follow...

Hey Everyone!!! This week we wanted to flip the microscope around on us and look at how our personal tastes in games have changed over the years.  We discuss favorite games and genres from our past and how we feel about them now.  As well as what genres or mechanics speak to us now and how we felt about them when we were younger. This was a really fun thought experiment to dive into.  So we hope y...

Hello again Cubies! Here is part 2 of our conversation on Mech Games! Last week we touched on the history of these games and this time we dive into some the games that have really stood out to us. Diving into so many different genres you bound to hear something you love, or maybe something that you never thought about trying before! So sit back relax and enjoy our continued conversation on the won...

What's up Cubies! This week we are so excited to bring you the start of our conversation on mechs in games! There are so many games that span so many different genres that we could not contain all that excitement into just one episode! So, here we discuss the start of mechs in games and gush over some of our memories playing different games and watching different mech inspired animes! So sit tight...

Welcome back Cubies! We are back again this week with a conversation about another mechanic that can really drive the theme and story of a game if used well.  That of course is looping! Think groundhog day where each day, or each run you have to repeat the same actions all over again.  There are some amazing titles out there that have unlocked the full potential of looping and we discuss them here...