"Fun" and Games Podcast

Side Quests is back and so is host Adam Evalt! He is a musician, podcaster, and explorer of a parallel world! The game he is talking about today is Harmony: The Fall of Reverie  by Don't Nod! You can also find this episode's host on twitter , find his podcast here, and his music here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an...

When video games are defined by the rules with which they're programmed, what goals are "ordered" vs ones that are "chaotic"? Matt & Geoff get a little philosophical and discuss where they think the definition lies. We also have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click here ! You can find the show on Twi...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, and merry man, Doug Lief! The game he is talking about today is  Conquests of the Longbow: The Legend of Robin Hood by Sierra On-Line! You can also find this episode's host on twitter and listen to his podcast here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive r...

Side Quests is back and so is host Dave Jackson! He is a podcaster and hero trying to end a long lasting, terrible war! The game he is talking about today is Chained Echoes by Matthias Linda and Deck13. You can also find this episode's host on  twitter  as well as listen to his podcasts  A Top 3 Podcast  and  Tales from the Backlog! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, video producer, streamer and new combatant looking for glory, John Learned! The game he is talking about today is  Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike  by Capcom! You can find this episode's host on  twitter.  You can also find his work  here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular epis...

What makes a video game encounter qualify as a "Boss" fight? Matt & Geoff discuss what they think makes a good fight, and some of their favorites. We also have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click  here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate and review us on Apple Po...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, producer, streamer and doctor on the run from the British and French police, Michael Farris! The game he is talking about today is The Last Express by Smoking Car Productions and Broderbund! You can find this episode's host on  twitter. You can also find his work here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus conten...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is critic, host, consultant, streamer and rescuer of baby plumbers, Janet Garcia! The game she is talking about today is Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island by Nintendo! You can find this episode's host on  twitter  and all her work  here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an e...

As games and their rules grow more sophisticated, all the simple systems can create fun results when they interact. Matt & Geoff are joined by Dave Jackson to discuss Emergent Gameplay in video games. You can find this episode's guest on Twitter and Tales From the Backlog Podcast here We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an...

Side Quests is back and so is host  Sulfur! He is a nerd rapper, lockpick and recently shrunken teen! The game he is talking about today is Grounded by Obsidian Entertainment and Xbox Game Studios! You can also find this episode's host on  twitter  and find his music  here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is a burlesque performer and resident of Badgetown, Curly Bright! The game she is talking about today is  Ooblets by Glumberland! You can find this episode's host on twitter and all her work here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click  here ! Y...

Side Quests is back and so is host CommanderNici! She is a podcaster, podcast lover, YouTuber and heir to the Rat Throne! The game she is talking about today is  Tails of Iron by Odd Bug Studio and United Label! You can find this episode's host on  twitter , and check her out on  YouTube ! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an...

Do you ever buy a video game because you fear missing out on experiencing it with everyone? Matt & Geoff discuss FOMO with new releases; when it can be fun and when it can just feel like a $60 guilt trip. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click  here ! You can find the show on  Twitter ,  Instag...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and steam-driven robot, Aaron Klaassen! The game he is talking about today is SteamWorld Heist by Image & Form! You can find this episode's host on  twitter.  You can also find his podcast  here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Cli...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, comedian, improvisor and top assassin, Lewis Dunn! The game he is talking about today is No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle  by Grasshopper Manufacture! You can find this episode's host on  twitter.  You can also find his podcast  here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular e...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, editor, writer and skateboarding badass, Blake Hester! The game he is talking about today is Tony Hawk's Underground  by Neversoft and Activision! You can find this episode's host on  twitter. You can also find his wrting here and his podcasts here and here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early download...

However long it takes to finish a video game, what makes you want to start all over from the beginning? Matt & Geoff discuss what specific games, genres, stories, and experiences bring them back to the title screen for another go. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss feed and more! Click  here ! You can find the...

Side Quests is back and so is series creator, Matt aka Stormageddon! They are a podcaster, editor, producer and Jedi struggling to survive! The game they are talking about today is Star Wars Jedi: Survivor by Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts.  You can find this episode's host on  twitter  and you can find everything they work on  here ! Also special thanks to Respawn Entertainment and Ele...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is YouTuber, streamer, writer and man on a quest to stop the resurrection of the ancient and malevolent god Hastur, G! The game he is talking about today is  El Viento  by Wolf Team! You can find this episode's host on  twitter. You can also find his YouTube channel  here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early d...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and teen fleeing an authoritarian nation, Alex from Low Five Gaming! The game he is talking about today is Road 96  by DigixArt! You can find this episode's host on  twitter. You can also find his podcast here! We've also have Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, an exclusive rss fee...

When was the last time you gave a video game a try because of its box art? Matt & Geoff discuss some of their favorite game covers, what can make them effective, and how their sway has changed over time. We've also launched our brand new Patreon! We have some really cool stuff planned so you should check it out. Click here ! You can find the show on Twitter , Instagram and YouTube ! Please rate an...

Side Quests is back and so is host Kaedhen Bharathae-Lane! He is a podcaster, professional game master, and Blue Oni of the Ash! The game he is talking about today is  Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams by Capcom! You can also find this episode's host on  twitter  and listen to his podcast  here! We've also launched our brand new Patreon! We have some really cool stuff planned so you should check it out. Cl...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and young boy searching for his friends, Eric Gess! The game he is talking about today is Kingdom Hearts II  by Square Enix! You can find this episode's host on  twitter.  You can also find his work  here! We've also launched our brand new Patreon! We have some really cool stuff planned so you should check it out. Click  here ! You can find...

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, streamer and yakuza with a heart of gold, Nick Fakhoury! The game he is talking about today is Yakuza: Like a Dragon by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and SEGA! You can find this episode's host on  twitter.  You can also find his work  here! We've also launched our brand new Patreon! We have some really cool stuff planned so you should check it out....

It's been over twenty years since the GameCube was first released, and about a month since Matt went on record with today's guest at PAX East about how great it is. He and Geoff are joined by Jacob McCourt to discuss some of their favorite GameCube titles, the system's many quirks, and the little purple lunchbox's enduring legacy. You can find this episode's guest on Twitter here and his podcasts/...