Episode Eccentricities
The hosts discussed a common household cleaning tool, the Swiffer, in the context of game design theory in this episode.
What is The Stanley Parable
This host was noted for his "uncanny similarity to Yosuke" from Persona 4 for "frankly pretty trivial reasons."
Who is Nate?
The hosts were "baffled by the rampaging success" of this game, finding it "an interesting game made of many spectacular details that don't cohere for us into something that we like playing."
What is Baldur's Gate 3?
This game prompted the hosts to bring in a psychiatrist to help them sift through its complicated, deep, and oddly emotional experience, described as "almost a divine experience."
What is The Beginner's Guide
This term was used to describe the "outstanding" level of meta-commentary in The Stanley Parable.
What is "fergazzlement"?
For this game, the hosts discussed its unique representation of "today's neoliberal world" and admitted to "absolutely fail[ing] to grok a cultural phenomenon."
What is Elden Ring?
Despite being declared a commercial failure with most of its studio laid off, this game raised questions about "AA" gaming.
What is Immortals of Aveum?
In the discussion of SnowRunner, this type of film director was humorously suggested as the ideal choice for a movie adaptation, implying a specific aesthetic.
Who is Tarkovsky?
This game was described as a "surrealist existentialist Siberian adventure about faith and relationships, full of a lot of interesting and satisfying mechanics," with the declaration "This game has it all!"
What is Indika?
The discussion of this game involved exploring its "historical and theological sides" with an "enjoyer of all things Lutheran."
What is Pentiment?
Described as an "absurdist alt-Cold War comedy game," this title was recommended for those who enjoyed The Stanley Parable due to its similar sense of humor.
What is Jazzpunk?
The discussion of which game led to the quote, "Playing [this game] is Like Being Elon Musk on Ketamine"?
What is Balatro?