David Kessler

Games from the Dorm

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Games from the Dorm provides weekly analysis on all aspects from both our favorite video games and brand new experiences. Join David, Mike, and Orion as they converse about the game's design and video game culture as a whole in casual yet rich discussion.

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David Kessler

Episodes

Stalked by Mr. X with Resident Evil 2 (2019) 11.05.2023 48:40

[Live-recorded 2/1/23] David is joined by fellow video game player (and friend!) Orion Martin as they enter the world of survival horror with Resident Evil 2 Remake. Stress-inducing was putting it lightly as the pair encountered zombies, Lickers, and the occasional Claire Redfield obscenity. They discuss the integral map of the Raccoon City Police Department, the spongy enemy design, and the accid...

Crawling Under Hidden Lasers with Metal Gear Solid 21.04.2023 46:56

[Live-recorded 1/25/23] Games from the Dorm is back! Now in radio show form! David covers the massive hit (and his first ever Playstation 1 game) with Metal Gear Solid. From the ingenious fourth wall breaks to the wide variety of hidden gameplay mechanics, this game is chock-full of detail and surprises. Are the boss fights outdated by today's standards? Does the story get too convoluted for i...

Learning Fighting Games with GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- 07.05.2022 34:46

Be our guest on the very first Games from the Dorm episode as we explore Mike's pick of the week in how to make a good fighting game. On this episode we tackle David's experience in Super Smash Bros. compared to Mike's traditional fighting game experience and how Guilty Gear does a good job at being fun for new and experienced players. We also look why casual players are important to t...