Crossplay Conversations: A Video Game Podcast

Episode Notes This week, Luke and Jacob are joined by special guest Adam Gumbert (The Tier List & Respawn Aim Fire) to give their review of 007 First Light ! Discussion starts spoiler free and then gets into spoilers later on. See timestamps below for more details. Check out Adam and the Tier List: A Video Game Podcast: Follow Adam on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adamgumby.bsky.social Che...

Episode Notes This week, Claire and Luke breakdown their thoughts on the early access launch of Subnautica 2 . Tune in to hear how the highly anticipated sequel compares to Claire’s favorite game of all time. Episode Resources: GamesIndustry.biz - Subnautica 2 Coverage Minnmax - Subnautica 2 Lead Gameplay Designer Interview   Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:43 - Ice Breaker:...

On this week's show, the boys are back to talk about the Xbox Games Showcase, the Sony State of Play and their favorite games from Summer Game Fest 2026. Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Icebreaker Question: "What was favorite announcement of the weekend?" 7:30 - Our Three Faves Games from Summer Game Fest 2026 37:00 - What are our expectations going into a sho...

Episode Notes This week, Joseph and Luke sit down and breakdown their thoughts on the state of the games industry in 2026. From what publishers are making the biggest impact to their thoughts on the importance of the indie scene, this is a wide ranging fireside chat ahead of the summer showcase season.  Episode Resources: Joseph’s Mixtape Article on CantPause MinnMax Spotlight - Virtue and a Sledg...

On this week's show, Joseph and Jacob are joined by Travis Colenutt to talk about some new indie gaming hotness! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Icebreaker Question: "What's going on with the Left Behind Game Club ?" 9:00 - Replaced 22:45 - Titanium Court 34:30 - Mouse P.I. For Hire 42:40 - Gambonaza by Blukulélé 56:40 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updat...

Episode Notes This week, the crew chats about their time playing three recent indie releases including Dosa Divas, Fishbowl, and Planet of Lana II. Spoilers for the episode: these games are great and there’s something for everyone! Thanks to Popagenda and Wholesome Games for providing review code for this episode. Games Discussed During Today’s Episode: Dosa Diva - Outerloop Games Thirsty Suitors...

Episode Notes This week, the crew returns from PAX East 2026 in Boston to recap all of the games that they played during the show. Get your wishlists ready and support some amazing indie developers and their games! Games Discussed During Today’s Episode: Crystalmancers - Vania Games Gnaw -  Redstart Interactive ShantyTown - Erik Rempen Tales of Tuscany - Nico Papalia Moldwasher - Rubel Games Repla...

Episode Notes This week, the whole crew joins the fun to discuss their time playing the delightful new Switch 2 release Pokémon Pokopia ! If you're attending PAX East check out Jacob alongside with friends of the show on GAME-PARDY: A PAX East Quiz Show (Hosted by Adam Gumbert) on March 26th and VIDEO GAME TRIVIA: Judgement Hour on March 28th! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1...

On this (nice) new episode of the show, the crew runs through their favorite demos from the February 2026 Steam Next Fest. They also kick off the show with early impressions of Pokémon Pokopia! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:35 - Icebreaker Question: "How are things in Pokémon Pokopia (early game impressions so far)?" 9:00 - Steam Next Fest Demo Rally! 9:50 - Moto Rush Rebo...

On this episode, the crew runs through their impressions of Hermit and Pig and the new demo of Fishbowl! They also plan out their Steam Next Fest plays and share them with you! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 3:00 - Icebreaker Question: "What Steam Next Fest Demos will we be jumping into?" 8:20 - Hermit and Pig Review 19:20 - Fishbowl Preview 26:20 - Outro & PAX...

Episode Notes This week, Luke and Joseph discuss their time playing 4 recent indie releases including Big Hops , Mio: Memories in  Orbit , Cairn , and Love Eternal ! Games Discussed During the Episode: Big Hops - Luckshot Games Mio: Memories in Orbit - Douze Dixièmes Cairn - The Game Bakers __ Love Eternal - brlka Episode Resources: Joseph’s Mio: Memories in Orbit Review on CantPause Find Timestam...

This week, the crew runs through their most anticipated indie games of 2026 with special guest RoganPlaysGames ! Get your wishlists ready and find links to all of the games covered in the episode below. Games Discussed During the Episode: Neverway by Coldblood Inc. Blighted by Drinkbox Studios Reanimal by Tarsier Studios Astrobotanica by Space Goblin Studio Ontos by Frictional Games The Remake of...

This week, the crew wraps up their 2025 Game of the Year series by debating a variety of award categories. Stay tuned until the end of the episode for the reveal of the Crossplay Conversations Top 10 Games of 2025! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:50 - The Luke Lewis Chill Out With a Coffee on a Rainy Weekend Afternoon Award 25:11 - Hooper’s Puzzle Paradise Award 41:51 - Clai...

This week, the crew kicks off their 2025 Game of the Year series by debating a variety of award categories. From the vast puzzle rooms of the Mount Holly Estate in Blue Prince to branching narratives of Dispatch and so much more, there’s a game here for everyone. Let’s close out 2025 in style. Stay tuned for the next episode for the reveal of the Crossplay Conversations Top 10 Games of 2025! Find...

Episode Notes This week, Jacob and Luke give their thoughts on the 2025 Indie Game Awards! Please note that this episode was recorded before the IGA Team announced that they would be retracting awards for Debut Game, Game of the Year, and one of the Indie Vanguard recipients. If you would like to learn more about the process for the decision you can view the statement by the IGA Team below: Episod...

Episode Notes This week, Joseph and Luke give their thoughts on the 2025 Game Awards! From award winners to game announcements, the crew unpacks their reactions. Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:11: Ice Breaker Question: What are your overall thoughts on the Game Awards 2025? 5:25: Breaking down the winners 31:42 - Announcement highlights 1:04:42 - Outro Find us on BlueSky fo...

This week, Jacob and Luke dive into five 2025 indie games that you may have missed as they prep for Indie Game Awards! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Icebreaker: What’s a trend in gaming that you think 2025 will be remembered for? 9:40 - Tall Trails 15:05 - Discounty 20:00 - The King is Watching 25:10 - Megabonk 29:45 - Absolum 34:00 - Housekeeping & Outro We only have 2 shows left for 2025!...

Episode Notes This week, the crew gives their review on five recent fall releases including: Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hades II, Ball x Pit, Keeper, and Sword of the Sea! Get those wishlists ready and prepare for some good game discussion as the crew prepares for Game of the Year voting. Games Discussed During Today’s Episode: Hollow Knight Silksong Hades II BALLxPIT Keeper Sword of the Sea Find Ti...

Episode Notes This week, the crew builds a list of the 16 best games to play during the month of October! From horrific scares to a cozy fall vibe, this discussion has a game for everyone. Pour a hot beverage, sit back, relax, and let’s get spooky. Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:34 - Ice Breaker Question: What video game would you like to dress up as for Halloween? 7:01 - H...

This week, Joseph, Claire and Luke finally dive deep on Blue Prince! This is a no-holds-barred spoiler-filled chat! If you're looking for something lighter about Blue Prince, check out our Game of the Year So Far show (Ep. 48)! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Icebreaker: Where is Blue Prince on your GOTY list? 7:00 - Final Spoiler Warning 7:10 - Hour/Day Counts 16:20 -...

This week, Jacob and Luke are joined by Kate Hunter (aka Katerblossom) from No Small Games and Travis Colenutt from the Left Behind Game Club to test-drive our brand new format: the 5 Tens! We break down 5 topics over ten minutes each and this week it's five short indie game reviews. The games are And Roger, Dark Queen of Mortholme, Many Nights a Whisper, No I'm Not a Human and Henry Halfhead! Fin...

On this bonus episode of the show, Jacob breaks down his 30-hour journey through the upcoming FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles with help from Luke! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Jacob's History with SRPGs and FF: Tactics 3:40 - High-Level Impressions about the Game 6:15 - QOL Improvements with the Remaster 8:50 - Voice Acting 11:45 - Gameplay Deep Dive (...

This week, the crew breaks down their favorite games from PAX West 2025. From new indie gems to impressions on the latest titles from CAPCOM, this episode has a game for everyone. Sit back, relax, and get those wishlists ready! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 3:50 - How was PAX West 2025 overall, and how did it compare to previous shows? 8:47 - Jacob’s Game of the Show: Terrib...

Episode Notes This week, the crew breaks down their time going hands-on with some upcoming titles from Xbox including Hollow Knight: Silksong on the ROG Xbox Ally X, High on Life 2 , Invincible VS , Super Meat Boy 3D , There are no Ghosts at the Grand, and NINJA GAIDEN 4 . Look forward to one additional episode this week with the annual Crossplay Conversations Best of PAX West episode. Find Timest...

Episode Notes This week, the crew breaks down their time playing some upcoming titles from Square Enix including: FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles , OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 , and DRAGON QUEST I + II HD-2D Remake ! Look forward to two additional episodes this week covering the special Xbox event that the crew attended as well as the annual Best of PAX West episode. Find Timestamps for thi...