First Encounter: A Video Game Adventure

Today's bonus episode is brought to you by Hyrule Podcasters, an audio only let's play podcast in which Ben and Patrick play through all (well, almost all) The Legend of Zelda games in (roughly) release order. When you finish listening here, continue their journey through A Link to the Past at Anchor.fm/Hyrule-Podcasters or wherever you prefer your podcasts!  

Today's bonus episode is brought to you by Out of Quarters, an audio only let's play podcast in which Ryan tackles video games with only a single chance at making it through! When you finish listening here, continue their journey through Bastion at Anchor.fm/Out-of-Quarters or wherever you prefer your podcasts!

We conclude our Final Fantasy VII play through, ending season 1 of First Encounter. Thank you so much for being a part of this incredible journey. If you want it to continue, visit: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encounter contain...

We confront Professor Hojo, learn some horrifying truths, and begin our descent into the North Crater. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | | NOTE: First Encounter cont...

We finally get to the real story: Cait Sith's identity. Oh, we also fight Scarlet, Heidegger, and Proud Clod. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Enco...

Chris loses control of Haney, and we board the Gelnika, have a Bone Village of a time, and trek back to Midgar. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encount...

We dig for fun and profit, tackle some Weapons, and learn just what Aerith was attempting in her final moments. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encount...

We follow that thieving ninja, hang with the Turks in Wu-Tai, settle an old score, and get some jogger good-good. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encou...

We Visit an underwater reactor, have a real submarine of a time, and shoot for the moon. Well, the Meteor anyway. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encou...

We learn the full details of Cloud's past, who the black haired SOLDIER was, and where Jenova's head went. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First En...

We take Captain Cid for a spin, revisit Corel, check out Fort Condor, and find us some Huge Materia. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encounter contains...

We escape from Junon, acquire yet another mode of transportation, promote Cid, and find Cloud. Kind of. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encounter conta...

We put on our climbing spikes, jump into the wind, meet the real Sephiroth, and confirm that Cloud is not okay. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encount...

We reach Icicle Inn, discover Gast's home tapes, tear up the hills with our snowboard, and trek to Gaia's Cliff. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: Fi...

Today's bonus episode is brought to you by the wonderful folks at Tales from the Cartridge, a podcast about video games and the stories they tell us! When we reached out asking to release one of their episodes, Eric and Ryan asked "What game do you want us to cover?". I suggested Oddworld, a series that always piqued my interest and I'm glad I did, because this episode delivers...

We run through the sleepy forest, tour the Forgotten City, and find Aerith, only to be interrupted by Sephiroth. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encoun...

We take a moment of respite from the commotion of chasing Sephiroth, and attempt to recruit some old friends. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encounter...

We get a break down of Sephiroth's plan, lose the Black Materia, possibly lose Cloud, definitely lose Aerith. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Enco...

We visit the Temple of the Ancients, live the life of MC Escher, meet the Time Guardian, and catch a key keeper. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encoun...

We revisit the Gold Saucer, get the Keystone, enjoy a date, and have our hearts broken in a breach of friendship. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encou...

We hit up Nibleheim, explore Shinra Mansion, get invited to a reunion, visit Rocket Town, and procure a new boat. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encou...

We spy on Tseng and Scarlet, find Red XIII's hometown, learn about his fam, and get schooled on the Lifestream. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First En...

We learn about Barret's past, wander the desert, meet Dyne, and become the hottest new Chocobo racer. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encounter co...

We find Barret's hometown, visit the Gold Saucer, stumble into a massacre, and get thrown into prison. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encounter c...

We visit Junon Harbor, send off Rufus, sneak onto his yacht, fight Sephiroth's mom, and explore Costa Del Sol. Thanks for listening! If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Enc...