Glitch Cube
GlitchCube
Glitch Cube is a podcast about the art of video games. We talk about themes and mechanics in some of our favorite games. We also discuss game reviews, developer/publisher deep dives, and random rambles.
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Glitch Cube
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Ep. 26: Metroid, Tomb Raider and Zelda Oh My! The Strong Female Lead! 29.03.2021 43:53
This year is has so many amazing anniversaries for iconic games that have lead this industry. In celebration of the 30th year anniversary of Metroid and Woman's Month we wanted to talk about some of the strong female leads in games that have shown just how bad ass they can be. -------- Follow the link bellow to go to our various socials and be sure to join the Discord to talk with us and the comm...
Ep. 24: Gotta Hear Them All Pokemon! 15.03.2021 45:34
Welcome back Cubies! In celebration of the recent Pokemon announcements, this week we tap into our nostalgia once again and look back at our fondest Pokemon memories. We go over what starters we prefer, our favorite music, favorite game aaaannndddnd more! So throw on your fingerless gloves, talk to the old professor of your town and press play on this episode. -------- Follow the link bellow to g...
Ep. 23: Itsa Me Mario Day! 08.03.2021 49:05
Happy Mario Day everyone! With Mario day this week we wanted to take this chance to look back at some of our fondest memories of this beloved plumber. We look at some of the stranger titles that he has been attached to and even share some of the games that were not our favorites. HAPPY Mar10 CUBIES! -------- Follow the link bellow to go to our various socials and be sure to join the Discord to t...
Ep. 22: Speedrunners! Gotta Go Fast! 01.03.2021 50:32
This week we take a look at the history and psychology of speedrunners. What makes them tick, and what is the draw to this style of play. We also give our own experiences and opinions on the topic. -------- Follow the link bellow to go to our various socials and be sure to join the Discord to talk with us and the community directly. https://linktr.ee/glitchcube -------- Thank You all for listening...
Ep. 21: Team Ico! Empathy Through Design! 22.02.2021 45:37
Hello Cubies! This week we are taking a deeper dive into the inspirational gaming company Team Ico. We go into the various games made by them and more specifically go into the design principles of Fumito Ueda. His work has changed the world of game design, and has truly inspired many designers across multiple genres. -------- Follow the link bellow to go to our various socials and be sure to joi...
Ep. 20: Morality In Games! Injecting Real Life Decisions Into Our Fictional Worlds! 15.02.2021 52:20
Hello agin Cubies! This week we take a deeper look at the various morality systems that have been implemented over the years throughout video games as well as Dungeons and Dragons. We share our findings and also discover new things while discussing the topic. Thank you so much for listening in! -------- Follow the link bellow to go to our various socials and be sure to join the Discord to talk wit...
Ep. 19: Valentine's Day Special! Games Perfect For Couples! 08.02.2021 57:09
Hello again Cubies! We are here again with another episode for you. And this week we are looking at games perfect for all you couples out there. There are plenty of couple out there that love playing games with each other but there are also many in which your partner might not be interested in gaming. So we took a look at a bunch of games out there too give some choices that might even grab the at...
Ep. 17: id Software! A Deep Dive Into The Doom And Gloom! 25.01.2021 59:43
Hey Cubies! This week we take a deeper look at the developer id Software. We look at their history and the rise and fall of this egocentric gaming company! Thank you so much to Ikaika Hudgens for the use of our intro/outro music! Links to all of our outlets below! https://linktr.ee/glitchcube
Ep. 16: It's A Very Very Mad Open World! 18.01.2021 1:04:56
Hello All! This week we take a deeper look at Open World Games. We look at the origins of the genre as well as our own personal opinions about them! Do you like what you have been hearing? Want to chat with us and other like minded individuals? Then follow the link below to find our Discord channel and join in on the conversation! Thank you so much for all your support and if you want to find out...
Ep. 14: Gamify Your Life! 11.01.2021 42:52
As we bring in the New Year we look at the concept of Gamification to better help us with our resolutions and just to have a better outlook on life in general. We go over what it actually means to "Gamify your life" and touch on some of the potential downsides to it in order to give you a better perspective to help avoid these outcomes. Thank you so much for listening! Find us on Discord and e...
Ep. 13: Pirating! Sailing The Deep Seas Of The Internet! 28.12.2020 1:02:21
This week we talk about the topic of Pirating games. We give our honest opinions on the topic and go over some of the bizarre ways in which some companies have gone to fight the Pirating of their games. So grab your eyepatch and your headphones and dive right in to this episode! support us on patreon: Glitch Cube join the conversation on discord: the Cubeverse Music created and provided by: Ikai...
Ep. 12: Game Of The Year! A Look Back At The Best Games Of 2020 21.12.2020 1:04:58
Alright! It is the end of the year and we look back at all the wonderful games made this year. These games have really helped not just us, but everyone get through some of the toughest times we all have seen. These games have helped push the boundaries of gameplay and story. We hope you enjoy our list and hopefully they inspire you to pick up that game in your wishlist, or they show you a game tha...
Ep. 11: Cheat Codes! You love Them, You Hate Them! 14.12.2020 38:21
Hello World! This week we look at cheat codes and even try to better explain their actual hidden purpose. We even share stories of our childhood remembering the good times of giant heads, game sharks and warping to the last level. Thank you all again for listening and make sure to let your friends know about this podcast because word of mouth is the most powerful tool. Then make sure to join our D...
Ep. 10: Games To Get Good-er At! 07.12.2020 43:57
Are there games out there that draw your eye every time they come out but you end have feeling like you have to ignore them because you are no good at that game? Trust us we know that struggle all too well. This week we go through some games that we really wish we were better at and some choices might surprise you. Thank you for listening and pass this podcast along to a friend. support us on...
Ep. 9: Asked And Answered, The Question Special 30.11.2020 49:16
This week we go through and answer some questions that we have gathered. Take a deeper look into our brains as we answer these questions with out holding back. Got a question you have been thinking about? Want to see what our answers would be? Join our Discord and start dropping in questions for the next Question Special and we will be sure to shout out you our question asking listener. Thank...
Ep. 8: The Evolution of Rogue-like Games 23.11.2020 53:15
This week we look at Rogue-likes/Rogue-lites as a whole and look a little deeper at some of their new installments like Hades and Krumit's Tale. This genre has changed and evolved over the times but one thing has remained the same through out. They are quite punishing and in that the enjoyment comes. With each run you feel a little stronger, not just through your player but through your natural...
Ep.7: Nostalgia, Oh The Feels 16.11.2020 1:14:53
This week we take a deeper look into our own past. Looking at what games have inspired our life choices that have led us here. But not all gaming memories are all warm and fuzzy, some may be cold and scratchy...we go into those gaming memories too. Thanks for listening and spreading the word! support us on patreon: Glitch Cube join the conversation on discord: the Cubeverse Music created and pr...
Ep. 5: Favorite Villain...Hated Hero!!! 02.11.2020 38:14
Have you ever played a game where the main hero just annoyed you to death? A villain that was actually really cool or made the story more interesting? We are definitely talking about some fan favorites as well as others that just pissed us off. Let us know if you agree or if you have some others that stood out to you. Thanks for listening and spreading the word! support us on patreon: Glitch Cube...
Ep. 4: Horrific Horror Showdown! Our Top 10 Horror Games! 26.10.2020 44:15
Happy Halloween all you ghosts and ghouls! In order to help you guys celebrate this year we have laid out our top 10 horror games! Enjoy and thanks for listening! support us on patreon: Glitch Cube join the conversation on discord: the Cubeverse Music created and provided by: Ikaika Hudgens
Ep. 3: East Meets West-ern RPG's 19.10.2020 38:03
This week we take a look at the differences and similarities between JRPG's and WRPG's. We both love the role playing genre and had a great time take a deeper dive into this topic. Which do you prefer, JRPG or WRPG? Let us know on our Discord the Cubeverse Support on Patreon: Glitch Cube Music created and provided by: Ikaika Hudgens
Ep. 2: To click or to sit, that is the game! Idle Games! 12.10.2020 1:00:00
In this episode we will be looking at the often overlooked genre of idle games. We will be talking about its humble beginnings to what it is now. If there are any that you like let us know! Join our Discord The Cubeverse and join in the conversation. Support us at Patreon.com/GlitchCube to get access to some great Glitch Cube content! Music created by Ikaika Hudgens
Ep. 1: Gaming, a guiding light through depression 05.10.2020 51:28
In todays episode we dive a little deeper into the world of depression. But we are trying to sign a happy light on the difficult topic. We talk about which games helped us through our own specific journeys through depression and which games have been made to help others deal with their own personal depressions. Thanks for listening and spreading the word! support us on patreon: Glitch Cube join...
Hello World! 05.10.2020 18:30
Thank You for joining us! This is just a quick intro into who we are and what our main goal is here at GlitchCube. We are just a couple of gamer fan boys that like to look past the normal boundaries of all things games. Join us on our Discord: the CubeVerse Support us on Patreon: GlitchCube And once again thanks for listening! Tags: #gaming #videogames #firstepisode #glitchcube
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