Spawn Camp

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Whether it's the recent Amazon Lord of the Rings instalment 'The Rings of Power' or the Star Wars prequels of yesteryear, entertainment media is going through an era of banking on backstory. This week we have gathered together to discuss why prequels are so financially appealing, potential fixes for the future...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! All forms of art could put forth a better effort of representing women, but maybe none more so than games. Tony is joined this week by Trinity to talk all things games representation, systemic anti-women culture, and the misguided history of attempts to make non-male characters.  Lord of the Rings Supercut Limit Break Mentor...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! It's time for a recommendation round-up! Every so often we'll pick a theme and give out some fantastic examples of work we all think is worth your time to check out. Whether you're showing these beloved properties to friends or trying them out for the first time, we hope these can be an eye-opening selection!...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! With the hubbub of game announcement season over, we're all left to give our impressions while sorting through the pieces. This week we cover the second half of all the showcases, including the Xbox/Bethesda Showcase, Squenix Final Fantasy Anniversary stream, and announcements from one of our very own. Don't forget...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Video game reveal season is upon us! E3, what used to be the paragon of game conventions, has been superseded by Summer Games Fest (created and hosted by Geoff Keighley). This week we cover the first half of all the showcases, including the Playstation State of Play, SGF Proper, and Day of the Devs. Don't forget to chec...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! This week we welcome the inclusion of our star editor behind the scenes: Jessica! Along with Angel and Tony, she's here to fill us in on the podcast crew's recent convention travels to MCM London Comic-Con and Star Wars Celebration. We discuss cosplay, the welcoming atmosphere of fellow fans', and more! Spawnc...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Ever since its release, Slay the Spire has shaped the genre of deck builders and the rules they follow. This week, Tony and Trinity have banded together to discuss the surprising lineage of the deck builder genre and make guesses at the exciting directions this genre can go in the future. Slay the Spire Pirates Outlaws Domin...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! [Spoiler FREE] The concept of the multiverse used to be purely theoretical; discussed only within the circles of science and philosophy. But if recent films are anything to go on, there is plenty of space in the multiverse for narratives that explore the human condition. This week Tony, Angel and Brendan have joined forces t...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! There are many complex issues in preserving video games: changing console generations, live services, region locking, and more. So what can be done to overcome these problems and, more importantly, when will games be preserved like other more 'traditional' forms of art? Angel is joined this week by Tiffany and Trey...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Reality television is a genre all its own, and the stories that it crafts can profoundly affect how we view the world and ourselves. This week, Angel and Tony are joined by Emily to give an insider's perspective on this topic and explore the questions we should ask ourselves when we consume these shows. Take a listen! S...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! You wake up after a terrible accident and find yourself in a new, unfamiliar world. Why is there an adventurer's guild, why do you see a heads up display, and why is everyone wearing such weird clothes? This week, Angel and Tony have gotten together to chat about what makes an Isekai anime, give some recommendations, an...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Sometimes putting these episodes together can be quite the mental and emotional drain. So this week Tony, Angel and Brendan have come together to share some of their experiences with mental health and some (hopefully) helpful stories as well. Spawncamp: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Tony: Twitter | Instagram | Website Angel...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! This new Batman film from Matt Reeves is an absolute passion project oozing with style and artistic intent, so let's talk about it! Batman dirtying the frame video Spawncamp: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Tony: Twitter | Instagram | Website Angel: Twitter Talbot: Instagram

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! The newest animated endeavour from Pixar and Disney, Turning Red brings smiles and some surprisingly deep insights into the struggles of being a pre-teen girl. This week we are joined by Trinity to talk about the emotional moments that brought us to tears, and the exciting implications this means for the future of bringing m...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! For years JK Rowling has been disappointing her fans by supporting some extremely questionable positions. This difficult attachment to such a formative cultural movement makes the discourse around the new game Hogwarts Legacy that much more difficult to decipher. This week Angel and Tony chat about 'death of the author,...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! We already know there's too much content about Elden Ring, but this week we wanted to focus on some of the unique design decisions that go into From Soft's games. Joining Angel, Tony, and Brendan this week is Talbot, a new guest with a love of souls games. They discuss open-world storytelling, esoteric control sche...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Five years after Nintendo's launch of the Switch, Valve has released their own handheld console: the Steamdeck. This introduction of new hardware to the mobile gaming sphere has sparked our admiration and nostalgia for gaming on the go. Tony and Angel are joined by a new guest this week, Trinity, to discuss Nintendo Swi...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! There's a unique quirk to the games industry where marketing and development can work against one another. Especially with larger releases, the more information is kept from the public the better the overall reception might be. This week Tony and Angel are joined by Alex to discuss their history with succumbing to the h...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Navigating a landscape of free-to-play 'gatcha' games can be tricky, but Mihoyo's Genshin Impact offers a world brimming with wonder without asking too much of the player. This week Angel has brought Tony on to gush about Impact's open-world, measure what it borrows from competitors, and maybe convince hi...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Polyphony Digital has been featured in their very own Playstation State of Play to give details on the forthcoming Gran Turismo 7. This week Tony and Angel come together to chat about the technical powerhouse car simulator, a look at their history in the industry and more! Spawncamp: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Tony: Twit...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! One of the largest potential mergers in not only games history, but economic history, is now set to occur following Microsoft's announcement of its intention to purchase  Activision Blizzard King. This week Tony and Brendan come together to discuss not only the far-reaching consequences this could have for the games ind...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! The final of the top 3 heavy-hitter console game developers we're looking forward to from 2022 is Playstation! Angel and Tony dive into the most anticipated Playstation sequels, as well as cover what the future of PSVR2 could mean for this console generation. Spawncamp: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Tony: Twitter | Ins...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! The next of the top 3 heavy-hitter console game developers we're looking forward to from 2022 is Xbox! Angel, Tony and Trey give an overview of what Microsoft has on their schedule, as well as cover which projects might be most successful. Spawncamp: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Tony: Twitter | Instagram | Website Ang...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! It's a brand new year here at Spawn Camp and we're all ready to dive into what amazing things 2022 has in store for the top 3 heavy-hitter console gaming developers! Starting off, Angel and Tony will be taking a look at what Nintendo has on their schedule, as well as making predictions of what things are still unan...

Let us know what you think, or even what you would like us to chat about! Finally, the time has come for going over the cinematic event that is Spider-Man: No Way Home! Be warned that this week Tony and Angel will be diving into spoilers and all of the incredible aspects of this newest cinematic entry into the rich tapestry of spidey content over the last few decades. Spawncamp: Twitter | Instagra...