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STARDEW VALLEY: Happy Festivus Jun 18, 2018

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Leo (@LeoWigginsVO) and Abu (@abu_zafar) solve why Abigail is so good at the egg hunt (1:24), work up the courage to ask a lady for a dance (5:18), and get into a grange measuring contest (13:47).
This is an [Expert] level episode, which means some parts of the discussion may not make sense unless you’ve played the game. Expect lots of spoilers.

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E3 2018: Nintendo Press Conference Reactions Jun 15, 2018

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In this special E3 2018 episode, Neil (@neilbigdeal) and Lawerence share their reactions to the announcements from Nintendo’s press conference.
They discuss Hollow Knight’s surprise release (0:35), figure out what Overcooked 2 is (2:24), and are shocked about the rival in Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu & Evee (7:54).
Oh, and they talk Smash Bros. (13:59)

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E3 2018: Sony Press Conference Reactions Jun 14, 2018

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In this special E3 2018 episode, Abu (@abu_zafar) and Leo (@LeoWigginsVO) share their reactions to the announcements from Sony’s press conference.
They discuss Ellie in The Last of Us Part II (1:25), the worlds of Kingdom Hearts III (13:24), the babies of Death Stranding (16:28), and the fluidity of Spider-Man (21:15).

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MINIGAME: Family Mysteries in ‘Her Story’ Jun 04, 2018

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Her Story is not a game about solving a murder mystery. Instead, it’s a story about solving a family mystery, which is what makes the game so engrossing.
Minigame is a short essay series produced and hosted by Michael Farris (@farristhewheel ). Each bite-sized episode dives into the themes or central ideas of our favorite games in 10 minutes or less.

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STARDEW VALLEY: Marriage Is a Social Construct May 30, 2018

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Abu (@abu_zafar) and Leo (@LeoWigginsVO) break down the steps for marriage (1:50), discuss the perks of married life (6:31), and get to know each of the 12 available bachelors and bachelorettes in Pelican Town (13:35).
This is an [Expert] level episode, which means some parts of the discussion may not make sense unless you’ve played the game. Expect lots of spoilers.

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MEGA MAN: Battle Network Predicted Our World May 23, 2018

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Kevin and Lawerence discuss the differences between the original Mega Man lore and Battle Network lore (0:59), the history of Dr. Light and Dr. Wily (6:17), and the customization of NetNavis (13:17).
This is an [Expert] level episode, which means some parts of the discussion may not make sense unless you’ve played the game. Expect lots of spoilers.

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MINIGAME: The Organic Storytelling of ‘Beyond: Two Souls’ May 21, 2018

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Beyond: Two Souls has no codex or blunt exposition about its lore. Instead, it effortlessly teaches players about its world without being overwhelming. That’s an achievement a lot of story-driven games can learn from.
Minigame is a short essay series produced and hosted by Michael Farris (@farristhewheel ). Each bite-sized episode dives into the themes or central ideas of our favorite games in 10 minutes or less.

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FALLOUT: Codsworth Is Family May 17, 2018

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Lawerence plays Fallout for the first time and joins Jaden (@MrJadJay) to discuss why Codsworth is the best companion (2:19), the differences between the Minutemen and The Brotherhood of Steel (9:18), and the sheer amount of stuff there is to do in this game (19:27).
This is an [Expert] level episode, which means some parts of the discussion may not make sense unless you’ve played the game. Expect lots of spoilers.

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STARDEW VALLEY: Linus Is God and Other Hidden Lore May 14, 2018

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There’s so much lore hidden in the world of Stardew Valley.
Abu (@abu_zafar) and Leo (@LeoWigginsVO) discuss two wars that define the valley, theorize about Linus’ true nature, and untangle the sexual web of lies in Pelican Town.
This is an [Expert] level episode, which means some parts of the discussion may not make sense unless you’ve played the game. Expect lots of spoilers.

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End of Season 1 May 09, 2018

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We’ve officially wrapped up the first season of the show, and we’re gonna take this week off to prep for season two.
We’re kicking off season two next week with a brand new set of games that include Fallout, Stardew Valley, Megaman, and more! We hope you’re as excited as we are.
See you next week!

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