Episodes

Bonfireside Chat 38: No-man's Wharf 03.05.2014 1:54:09

Gary Butterfield, Kole Ross, and Riff Conner talk about No-man's Wharf. We cover everything up through the Flexile Sentry. Next week we will be joined by Phil Kollar to discuss the Lost Bastille. LINKS OF NOTE: Emarrel Map Jamiroquai Beyond the Bonfire Leprosy Davecontrol Live Cappadocia Ugh. Darkstalkers The Goonies are Metal

Check It Out, Comrade! 13: Dragonfall / Mercenary Kings 03.05.2014 41:12

It's another classic Comrade Dustup(tm) as Gary and Nick disagree (sort of) about Mercenary Kings. However, the whole universe sings in harmony about the miracle that is Dragonfall.

The Level 59: Loose Roms 02.05.2014 1:58:43

Kole, Ben, Dennis, and David talk about whether or not games need a stadium, Elder Scrolls Online, and we ask you if E3 is still relevant. The Brief Call of Duty is an X-Games event now. A literal video games stadium. PS4 system update has neat things. Ultima Online and Dark Age of Camelot listed on Steam Greenlight. Multiplayer Is E3 still relevant? The Grind: Dennis: Retro/Grade. Everyday shoote...

Watch Out for Fireballs! 72: Shadow of the Colossus 01.05.2014 2:22:27

Gary Butterfield and Kole Ross surmount a discussion about Shadow of the Colossus. We generally like to avoid talking about things that have been game-clubbed to death, but Shadow of the Colossus is an unabashed masterpiece. We don’t want to give to much away, but here’s a hint: you kill a bunch of huge monsters in this understated yet grandiose experimental classic. LINKS OF NOTE: Latchkey Kingdo...

Those Damn Ross Kids 135: Samurai Burt's Fun-Time Eyeball Experience 29.04.2014 41:55

Kris and Kole talk about stalking, the Simpsons, and duck theft. Suggested Talking Points: For the sizzurp. People care. People care enough to Swimfan Kris. Kole's gonna 'Bay. Drinkin' bird and reinventing the bowl. Early Simpsons is different than Late Simpsons. Props to the mower. Give a duck, take a duck. Beesin' the Juice. Stop the plans. Glamping at Sturgiss. The last words of the South. A da...

Abject Suffering 35: Samurai Ghost 28.04.2014 35:38

It’s strange but true, but customs that we attribute to a given locale often have shared roots. For example, did you know that seppuku and pumpkin carving come from the same, misguided place? Listen to the end to find out! We are joined by Riff from Video Games Hot Dog. Follow him at @rifflesby . Special Guest: Riff Conner.

Bonfireside Chat Appendix: Heide's Tower of Flame 26.04.2014 1:00:17

Gary Butterfield, Kole Ross, and Mike Villalobos read your thoughts on Heide's Tower of Flame and the Blue Cathedral. LINKS OF NOTE: Ventriloquism Is Heide Astora? Pee Wee's Breakfast Machine Vaati's Majula Vid Stop everything and watch this

Watch Out for Fireballs! Extrasode: Hardware 24.04.2014 29:17

Gary Butterfield and Kole Ross read your stories about video game hardware. LINKS OF NOTE: Rocksmith: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaHsqGSetVo Deus Ex Lecture: www.youtube.com/channel/UCkpl-VMsq1m9AcWb2QMFHww Cartridge Tilting: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM6JPLUJoIk Support Watch Out for Fireballs!

Those Damn Ross Kids 134: Clear Hanky, Front Right Pocket 22.04.2014 52:34

Kris and Kole talk about belated mourning, acceptance, and institutional violence. Suggested Talking Points: Harold Ramis and the Surplus Bebops. First of all, I'm a Brony. Hot Pocket Love. I am Ibrahim. Dildofish continent. Prom/College fakeout. Craigslist Critique Service. Kris grosses Kole out. A blue kinetoscope at the nickelodeon. Slap-Ass Fridays. The worst prank. Forbidden names.

Bonfireside Chat 37: Heide's Tower of Flame 19.04.2014 1:20:27

Gary Butterfield, Kole Ross, and Mike Villalobos (LobosJR) talk about Heide's Tower of Flame and the Cathedral of Blue. The next episode is about No-Man's Wharf, with Riff from Video Games Hot Dog. LINKS OF NOTE: LobosJr Twitch LobosJr Youtube Dragonriders of Pern Pleasure Island Lord Vessel The Returners

Check It Out, Comrade! 12: Escape Goat 2 / Goat Simulator 19.04.2014 35:52

GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS(Goat Simulator and Escape Goat 2) GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS GOATS.

The Level 58: Barely Legal Pad 18.04.2014 1:54:38

Kole Ross, Ben Merkel, Dennis Furia, and David Moneysmith talk about Rocksmith 2014, The Elder Scrolls: Online, and we ask you about your favorite mini-games. The Brief Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth announced. Beyond Good and Evil 2 confirmed to still exist. Homeworld will be in 4k. Darth Maul game was in development, cancelled. Multiplayer Favorite or least favorite mini games? The Grind...

Watch Out for Fireballs! 71: Hardware 17.04.2014 2:52:40

Gary Butterfield and Kole Ross drop some science in a survey course about video game hardware. Rounding out our roster of Kickstarter special episodes, this one is a whirlwind tour of the boxes and dinguses that make video games work. Side A is systems and controllers, while Side B is weird accessories. LINKS OF NOTE: Prime and Hardcase, etc: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultraverse Family Truckster: www....

Those Damn Ross Kids 133: Jesus Couldn't Tap 15.04.2014 49:49

Kris and Kole talk about the depressing Jetsons future, marketing, and haute cuisine. ALSO: Hyperpanic Chamber. Stage II Synchronicity. Talkin' shit about Jack Black. Carbon Fiber Future. Where were you when Dale died? Native Americaesque. C://netsforthislocust/blood.moon. Weaponize this cereal. Eat For Life Home Cooking. Fight Church. Jaden fights Caden. Test tube vaginas.

Abject Suffering 34: Harley's Humongous Adventure 14.04.2014 30:06

There are many ways in which a man can be small. Let's take stature as a given. There's also pettiness, deceit, closed-mindedness... All of these diminish us. What else diminishes us? Shrink rays of our own design. We already live in an alien world, we just don't have the perspective to appreciate it. Additionally: These cans with articulated lids don't speak with H. Jon Benjamin's voice, and jetp...

Bonfireside Chat Appendix: The Forest of Fallen Giants 12.04.2014 55:14

Gary Butterfield, Kole Ross, and C.J. read your responses to the Forest of Fallen Giants. Then, deleted scenes! LINKS OF NOTE: Spinal Tap T-REX Zero Punctuation Dark Souls 2 Drake Sword This band is awful Paul Lynde Dennis Leary Truck

The Level 57: Prisoners On Fire Off the Shoulder of Orion 11.04.2014 1:45:33

Kole, Ben, Dennis, and David talk about a bunch of Smash Brothers stuff, do a Free-Play multiplayer, and then dive into Monument Valley. The Brief Goat Simulator gets multiplayer mode. Smash Bros. for "Fun" or for "Glory". Smash Bros. has Mega Man. DO GAMES CAUSE VIOLENCE? Multiplayer FREE PLAY Beta bugs? Real life skills? The Grind Ben: The Last of Us. Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Kole: Monument Vall...

Watch Out for Fireballs! Extrasode: Blade Runner 10.04.2014 30:55

Gary Butterfield and Kole Ross read your thoughts on Blade Runner. LINKS OF NOTE: Turtles are gross: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCjsWpM9zFU Lorenzo Music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=luKppFZvG3U Lego Movie: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTP9U0oDDKg Todd Redden: www.random.org/acknowledgements/ Ingmar Bergman: www.youtube.com/watch?v=anvRFJFUnRE Active Worlds: www.activeworlds.com/index.html Gateway: www.youtub...

Bonfireside Chat 36: The Forest of Fallen Giants 05.04.2014 1:46:43

Gary Butterfield, Kole Ross, and C.J. talk about the Forest of Fallen Giants. This episode covers everything from that happy little river up through the Pursuer. Next week we're talking about Heide's Tower of Flame and the Blue Cathedral. LINKS OF NOTE: Twin Humanities The best use of our dead Warren Ellis Sheep Face Story AIM Agent Melentia in Labrynth Creepy Face Bank Look Around You Peter Seraf...

The Level 56: #KOLO Think About It 04.04.2014 2:07:28

Kole, Ben, Dennis, and David talk about the GAME_JAM fiasco, we ask you what sequels most improved on their prequels, and then we actually talk about video games for once. The Brief: Spring news drought. Occulus death threats. "Game_Jam" explodes. Batman: Arkham Origins gets Mr. Freeze DLC. Multiplayer Most improved sequels? The Grind Ben: The Last of Us. Kole: Proteus. Flappy Golf. Sometimes You...

Watch Out for Fireballs! 70: Blade Runner 03.04.2014 2:25:41

Gary Butterfield and Kole Ross eye Blade Runner. It would be hard to find a movie that’s had more influence on video games than Blade Runner. So what happens when you make a video game in that world? You get something pretty neat. LINKS OF NOTE: Live Porn Feed: boston.barstoolsports.com/random-thoug…fascinating/ Radiant AI: www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVAYY5LHhv4 Gemini Rue: www.youtube.com/watch?v=fo...

The Final Final Super Final Finale of the Pitch 02.04.2014 1:29:29

It's a love letter to ourselves! Thank you so much for listening to the show and hopefully you enjoy hearing us jaw about our work.

Those Damn Ross Kids 132: Skeletons Are a Legitimate Threat 01.04.2014 45:59

Kris and Kole talk about making memories, aeronautics, and witchcraft. Suggested Talking Points: Making Memories. A River Runs Through the Saddest Alcohol Event. Skeletons are a legitimate threat. Gamify Spotify. "They". Astronaut condom sizes. Rocketcats. What do you believe? A letter about an apiarist. He's hooked on slug juice. Stop hiring witches. An uncomfortable conversation about who can as...

Abject Suffering 33: Body Harvest 31.03.2014 28:35

In the long view, the Ninentdo 64 might be Abject Suffering, the system. In our initial estimate, the NES seemed like the most fertile and hateful ground... but the N64 is a remarkable moment in history where everyone's reach exceeded their grasp. Example: Body Harvest, an open world game that came out almost a decade before open world games were good. But someone had to be first, right?

Check It Out, Comrade! 11: Thomas Was Alone / Gunpoint 30.03.2014 23:36

Sorry this episode is late! In this episode, Nick and Gary discuss Thomas was Alone and Gunpoint.