One Perfect Game

One Perfect Game is back, as the Quintessential Gamer himself is in the house! Content creator, games journalist and Twitch streamer Lawrence Sonntag stops by to discuss the iconic and slightly bizarre JRPG Earthbound. We also discuss his future plans in games, bond at our shared "rich neighbour" experiences and explore why the criticism of 2026's "Mixtape" feels forced. La...

The incredibly talented voice actor Leonie Schliesing (Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, Wuthering Waves) graces us with her presence for today's episode, as we explore a couch co-op masterpiece the form of Hazelight's It Takes Two. We also explore how multilingualism helps Leonie create new opportunities in voice acting/voiceover work, how she could've ha...

Former Kotaku Australia writer and current member of Back Pocket, Ruby Innes, is here! We get to talking about an indie phenomenon that has changed gaming, in the form of 2015's Undertale. We also discuss the changing landscape of games journalism in Australia, how Ruby may have spent a little too much time on Habbo Hotel as a kid, and which 90's gaming franchises deserve a comeback. You c...

Content creator, writer and occasional professional wrestler James Willems stops by to explore what is potentially Tim Schafer and Double Fine's magnum opus, in the form of 2005's Psychonauts! We also discuss James' new podcast and live show Answer For It!, landing dream roles in games, balancing strength and cardio for wrestling, and his quest to voice-act a talking toilet... You can...

On the first episode for 2025, content creator and host of Good Game Spawn Point, Gemma Driscoll, stops in to discuss a franchise that is so important to her that she has it tattooed on her. We also explore the creative process that goes into making GGSP happen, and Gemma provides a bit of kismet too fitting to ignore. You can catch episodes of Good Game Spawn Point on ABC Family in Australia, and...

On today's episode, YouTuber, podcaster and presenter Peter Austin from TripleJump stops by to discuss an iconic PS1 platformer! We also explore what makes the perfect video game mascot, question the intricacies of YouTube's algorithm and marvel at the enigmatic nature of "Peter's Gamer Uncle". You can check out TripleJump at youtube.com/@TeamTripleJump , and follow Peter on socials at @ThatPeterA...

The lineup of comedic talent on OPG continues as the wonderful Grace Jarvis stops by! Having just made the move to the UK, Grace has brought along perhaps the most obscure game in the podcast's history... We also talk the benefits of 2D vs 3D gaming, wonder how a male cow can have udders, and reflect on life in an army family. (Trigger warning: this episode contains mentions of suicide and sel...

OPG returns for another fun episode! Writer, performer and illustrator Millie Holten stops by to discuss a potentially underappreciated PS2 classic in Sly 2: Band of Thieves. We also talk about the hurdles of opening indie game studio Toot Games, wonder how an Instagram comic she doodled is now being made into an animated series featuring very funny comedians, and Matt says the word "genesis&...

One Perfect Game returns for a bumper episode, as comedian and actor Ben Russell breaks from OPG tradition to discuss not one, but TWO legendary titles! Fresh from his Director's Choice award at the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we discuss the pros and cons of stand-up vs improv, look back on a simpler time in gaming, and scare Ben's grandmother with an occult first person...

Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals! Our gift to you is a new episode! Stupid Old Studios director and Gamey Gamey Game host Evan Munro-Smith stops by to chat about an early 2000's FPS gem. We also discuss Stupid Old's "Comedy Lab" campaign, weekend Simpsons marathons, and Evan's encounter with Red Dwarf and Robot Wars' Craig Charles. You can donate to Stupid Old Studios&#...

PAX Aus has come and gone for another year, and with it comes a very special episode of One Perfect Game! Improv comedian, screenwriter and Twitch streamer Lena Moon stopped by on the Saturday night to talk a Rockstar classic. We also discussed working with the likes of Aunty Donna, the pandemic helping kick-start her Twitch channel, that one neighbour who seemed to have everything, and the mum-ba...

It's a real SPOOKY episode of One Perfect Game! PlayStation Access host and NoSleep Podcast contributor Ash Millman stops by, as we get philosophical with an indie horror masterpiece in the form of SOMA. We also discuss how working with PS Access has opened Ash's eyes to new games, the perfect viewing conditions for horror content, and how her father inspired her love for high fantasy. You...

One Perfect Game returns for 2023! Australian voice actor and theatre performer Rhiannon Moushall (Age of Darkness: Final Stand, Loopmancer) stops by to discuss a series that helped her make a life-changing connection. We also talk about the preparation that goes into voice acting and voiceover artist roles, sharing PC gaming time with her siblings, and how a Yoshitaka Amano painting helped her bu...

Writer and host on Donut Media, Nolan Sykes, joins us for the first episode of 2022! As a fan of everything automotive, Nolan takes a look at a Rockstar title that helped define an era of...interesting taste. We also discuss major milestones at Donut Media, why Rockstar may be the kings of music curation, and how a chance encounter led to working the pit crew of a NASCAR Xfinity Series team. You c...

It's the final episode of 2021, as Canadian professional wrestler "Speedball" Mike Bailey stops by! Fresh off signing a game-changing contract with IMPACT Wrestling, Mike explores a game that revolutionised the RPG genre. We also talk about combining wrestling with content creation, where he plans to take his interactive Twitch wrestling show Friday Night Speedball, and pay homage to an alien on a...

As a former US Special Forces Green Beret, Israel Wright has seen a lot. Now following a content creation career on Twitch, Gamology's YouTube channel and his Pop Culture Field Manual podcast, he sits down to discuss a Konami classic. We also talk the ins and outs of the Special Forces and what local game shops were like in his youth. You can find Israel at https://twitter.com/MyHappySelf2, on Twi...

A special episode of One Perfect Game, as Matt sits down with legendary video game composer Grant Kirkhope! The man behind iconic soundtracks like Banjo-Kazooie, GoldenEye and Perfect Dark discusses the pressure of composing for Mario + Rabbids, how composing has changed since his time at Rare, and why he ended up as the voice of Donkey Kong... Check out Grant's work at https://www.grantkirkhope.c...

New Zealand stand-up comedian and co-host of comedy podcast "The Worst Idea of All Time", Tim Batt sits down to chat about a PlayStation franchise still going strong today. We also talk about watching the same movie every week for a full year, rush to No Man Sky's defense and pay tribute to a Dutch Olympic swimmer with a fantastic name. You can find Tim on Twitter at twitter.com/tim_batt, and chec...

The man behind the socials for YouTube gaming channel Funhaus, Zach Niblick, joins the show to talk one of the best video games of all-time. We also discuss moving from fellow gaming channel Inside Gaming, explore what goes into community management, and determine the true moment Naughty Dog "went dark". You can find Zach on Twitter at twitter.com/snackary_, and check out Funhaus at youtube.com/fu...

YouTuber, podcaster and all-around chill guy, Alex Faciane, stops by to talk a modern JRPG classic. We also explore breakfast burritos, the magic of SEGA and Lou Rawls, and why Formula 1 games might actually be covert JRPG's. Think about it. You can find Alex on Twitter at https://twitter.com/FacianeA, and his newest project - The New 52 and You! - at https://thenew52andyou.com/ ONE PERFECT GAME:...

A slightly different episode this time around, as producer, podcaster and content creator Charlie Firth stops by to talk about a console that helped kickstart some wonderful memories. We also discuss working for the likes of the BBC and Facebook, the role of the producer, and her inexplicable love for racing games. Charlie can be found at https://twitter.com/charliefirth, and the Timeline Podcast...

Twitch streamer and YouTube content creator Zealand stops by OPG to discuss a modern day action role-playing classic. We also explore turning his passion for the Football Manager franchise into a career, the new age of sports broadcasting and jerseys for fourth-tier Thai football teams. You can find Zealand on Twitter at https://twitter.com/theoldzealand, and follow his FM streams at https://www.t...

Actor, screenwriter, host and now author, Lisa Foiles, stops by to discuss a game which has been a hugely important part of her family. We also talk her debut novel "Ash Ridley and the Phoenix", available now, as well as her experiences in the acting and hosting industry, including her big break on Nickelodeon's All That. Ash Ridley and the Phoenix is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and o...

Melbourne based singer-songwriter Elle Graham, better known as Woodes, stops by to discuss a game that greatly influenced her music. We also talk her upcoming debut album "Crystal Ball", promoting that album in Minecraft and what items in the cupboard she's been using for sound effects. Crystal Ball is released on October 2nd. You can find Woodes on Twitter at twitter.com/woodesmusic, and catch he...

Inside Gaming producer and Twitch streamer Conor McGrath stops by to discuss a title which spawned one of the biggest franchises in gaming today, 2007's Assassin's Creed. We also discuss the changes brought on by working through a pandemic, terrible Transformers licensed games, and the quest to pull off the perfect ollie. You can find Conor on Twitter at twitter.com/mc_lotta, and catch them co-hos...