Best Loot Cast Podcasts (2025)

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E42: Vertical Progression Is Gaming's Sex & Finally A Web3 Hope 1:06:20

19h ago1:06:20

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Send us a text Forget the endless autopsies on why Web3 gaming flatlined, @Chris gets past the clichés and gets into the real pathology: a misdiagnosis of what “play-to-earn” was ever good for. @Eric & @Phil on vertical progression is the most important retention driver for several specific reasons The “market for lemons” problem in developer <> pu…

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Shinobi, Skate, The Knightling 1:07:41

1d ago1:07:41

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For some reason, this episode of the podcast ends up in tangent city, but we do try to talk about video games too. Starting with a lengthy chat about Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Adam and Lyle are in love with this one, from the art style to the cool combat, it's an actually brilliant comeback for the series. Then things go a bit peculiar, and while …

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4-26 Clash of the Goonans 2:18:02

6d ago2:18:02

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The Party faces something they shouldn't face directly and are granted their greatest desires. Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all our other links at: link…

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Battlefield 6, Drag x Drive, Hell is Us 1:05:02

16d ago1:05:02

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Steve is back, but Adam and Lyle are also here to talk games with him for this new episode of the podcast. As you might expect, a healthy amount of Battlefield 6 is talked about, with Steve having rushed excitedly back from holiday to play it, even squadding up with Adam to not revive one another. How are the maps? How's the gunplay? What about the…

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Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, Dead Take, Dying Light 2 59:41

23d ago59:41

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Mick, Chris, and Adam are back and they've got chat! Mick has been playing Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, while Chris and Adam have tried a little bit of it too. Is it the next great Soulslike? Find out. Chris however, has been playing Dead Take and has everyone intrigued. Adam... has been playing Dying Light 2: Stay Human, because why not? Listener que…

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E41: Karl Marx as a 5* Character & Ukrainian Drone Economy Design 1:02:18

29d ago1:02:18

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Send us a text Eric covers the economy and the system’s design of Ukraine’s Drone squadron. What does economy balancing look like in the face of war? Phil can’t stop gushing about Heroes of History, but there's one economy design piece holding it up. The crew descends into a John Maynard Keynes debate as a 4* or 5* character. Chris covers the econo…

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Fretless, No Sleep for Kaname Date, Shadow Labyrinth 1:02:58

1M ago1:02:58

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On this episode of the podcast it's just Adam and Lyle to chat about their RPGs, strange Japanese games, and Metroidvanias. What that means in real terms, then, is that the chat starts about Fretless: The Wrath of Riffson, where we get two very different perspectives. Lyle isn't into music or music YouTubers, but Adam knows a fair bit about both. M…

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4-25 Eldrin: Truth or Goon 1:02:02

1M ago1:02:02

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The Party learns that some questions are better left unanswered and Fait learns to never meet his hero. Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all our other links…

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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, Donkey Kong Bananza, Eriksholm 54:39

1M ago54:39

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On this episode of the podcast, the team start by reminiscing about the old days thanks to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. What's new, what's old, and yes... what's missing? How does the soundtrack being so different affect things? And what if Steve actually started playing the wrong version of the game at first. Find out on this very podcast. Mick h…

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4-24 Goonerous Liaisons 2:04:30

2M ago2:04:30

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The Party attends a garden party, test their social graces, find out that there's no such thing as a free pair of pants Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all…

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Hidden Gems of 2025 (So Far) 45:56

2M ago45:56

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It's a quiet week, for a change, so on the podcast this episode it's time to shine a light on some hidden gems (so far) we've played in 2025. We're not talking exclusively about indies, though most are smaller games, as we also want to remind people Capcom's Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess just came out on Switch 2 this year. But there's plenty o…

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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach 56:24

2M ago56:24

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As you can imagine, on this episode of the podcast all anyone can talk about is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. We've assembled our reviewer (Chris White) along with Adam and Steve who have played the game, and Lyle who, curiously, has not. The gang have complicated relationships with both Kojima and the Strand-genre itself, but it seems so far ev…

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FBC: Firebreak, Rematch, Mina the Hollower 45:54

2M ago45:54

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On this week’s episode of the podcast, the gang has all suddenly gotten heavily into multiplayer gaming, and it’s all on Game Pass. Rematch is out, and Adam and Steve have been playing it during the early access release period. It’s captured them both in a big way, but both are rather worried about the way the updates and patches are being handled.…

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E40: The Best Web3 Arguments (w/Yat Siu, Cofounder of Animoca Brands) 1:10:23

3M ago1:10:23

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Send us a text Yat Siu, Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands, steps cast to defend Web3 against @Eric and @Phil’s vigorous skepticism. @Chris just want to know why gamers don’t get it. Is Web2 fundamentally incapable of grasping the promise of open markets? What is and should be promised to token holders? We discuss: Laying down Web3…

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The Alters, Date Everything, Mindseye 1:01:59

3M ago1:01:59

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We're back again for another podcast, this time to chat about the Mindseye debacle, but also some games we've actually played. The Alters has captured Mick and Adam completely, with its mix of genres that adds a story you can't look away from. Elsewhere, Date Everything is a superb, fun, and witty experience. Lost in Random: The Eternal Die turned …

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4-23 Gooning is Magic 59:17

3M ago59:17

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The Party trots forward in the spirit of cooperation and gallops sort of sideways in the spirit of incompetence. Check out our sister show at: https://save-vs-cinema.captivate.fm/listen Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.co…

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Summer Games Fest, The Nintendo Switch 2 1:54:25

3M ago1:54:25

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We're a little later than usual to record a podcast for this episode as the world of gaming has been busy, thanks to a new console launch and a huge Summer event. Rather than have a rundown of every "showcase" and conference we've seen, the team has decided to hand-pick some of its favourite reveals and trailers, and talk about them. Of course we'l…

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Elden Ring Nightreign, Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo, Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream 1:03:35

3M ago1:03:35

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On Loot Level Chat Podcast Episode 14 it's time to discuss a biggie in the form of Elden Ring Nightreign, but also to shine a line on two smaller games. Both Lyle and Adam have been eagerly awaiting Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo, having played preview builds and demos over the years. In fact, Lyle has spoken to the developer as well. But now they…

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4-22 My Little Goonies 1:00:22

3M ago1:00:22

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The Party reins in their completive nature and saddles up for a new adventure. Check out our sister show at: https://save-vs-cinema.captivate.fm/listen Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all our other links …

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The Metaquiz 42:52

3M ago42:52

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The pod gang are having a week off this week, so instead of talking about new titles, news, or even looking ahead, this is sort of "one from the archives". Originally it was released as an exclusive for Patreon backers, we thought since it was so much fun, we'd release it for everyone, if nothing else than to show what people are missing. We're an …

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Most Anticipated of 2025 (Part Two) 54:18

4M ago54:18

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Once again the team finds itself fully embargoed up, so it's time for part two of the most anticipated list. Adam, Steve, and Mick are here with a few picks each, ranging from Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, to FBC: Firebreak, Little Nightmares 3, and of course, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has been mentioned twice now on the …

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4-21 Goon: The Musical 39:23

4M ago39:23

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The Party leans heavy into fair use under parody and deals with an existential crisis Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all our other links at: linktr.ee/gmd…

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E39: Law & Economic Order, A Game Economist Investigation 1:10:08

4M ago1:10:08

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Send us a text Pokémon's patent of spherical objects throwing of cartoon creatures threatens Palword's lifeblood, while Tim Sweeney has lifted, at least a percentage point, in total gaming GDP with its injunction success. How does Apple's rent-seeking rate change in the face of this ruling? Should Apple lower its rate to 15%, like it did in subscri…

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GTA VI, Doom: The Dark Ages, Revenge of the Savage Planet 58:38

4M ago58:38

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You all knew it was coming, right? But on this week’s podcast it’s time to talk about that Grand Theft Auto VI delay, and what that trailer tells us about the game. There’s more, though, because Xbox Game Studios has actually confirmed that not only is Gears of War: Reloaded coming to PC and Xbox consoles, but it’s also going to be on PlayStation 5…

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Anticipated Games of 2025 46:29

4M ago46:29

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It's time for something a bit different on this week's podcast, as we've got no games we can talk about this week, as it's that time of year. So instead, Adam, Steve, Lyle, and Mick discuss eight games they're really looking forward to for the upcoming months (although not all have dates). The obvious might be present like Mario Kart World, but hav…

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4-20 Fern Goony 1:14:06

4M ago1:14:06

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The Party learns that not all greens are good for you and get a little worn out. Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all our other links at: linktr.ee/gmdlcast…

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Bionic Bay, The Hundred Line, Oblivion 1:29:04

4M ago1:29:04

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It's finally time to talk about some of the games we've been playing for the last few weeks on the podcast, and there's a full crew here to do it. Mick and Adam have played through Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and rather love it, but what's this we hear about a way it could have even been a 10/10 scoring game? Lyle meanwhile has been playing what we…

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E38: Economics of Game Innovation & AI's Now Proof 39:25

4M ago39:25

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Send us a text What is the GDP-maximizing set of copyright protections? 10 years? 5 years? None at all? Chris, Eric, and I debate the relevance of patents and copyright protections and the gains to network effects of knowledge. Does the "gentlemen's agreement" to avoid patent protections on game design help or hurt the industry? Chris talks about M…

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Mario Kart World, Marathon, Mandragora 55:29

4M ago55:29

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It doesn't rain but it pours Nintendo news, because just before the podcast recording the Mario Kart World Direct aired, so that's a hot topic alright. And speaking of Nintendo Switch 2, Adam recently got to go and preview the console, launch line-up, and some games that are coming a bit later like Donkey Kong Bananza. It's unlikely he didn't enjoy…

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4-19 T-19 the Goonermaker 1:16:24

5M ago1:16:24

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The Party learns that it's not always better down where it's wetter. Mori jumps in , Todd tries to out kick his kick, Eldrin weighs the party against the paternal, Fait gets grabbed, and Baba battens down the hatches Check out Turner's new show! https://save-vs-cinema.captivate.fm/listen Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.pa…

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Blue Prince, Promise Mascot Agency, Date Everything 58:36

5M ago58:36

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The Switch 2 news keeps coming, but on this week's podcast we clear up some misinformation. Also, we have a date for Date Everything, and the puns are strong in this one. Lastly in the news segment, breaking news: The Alters has a date! Chris Hyde has been playing Blue Prince and has an awful lot to say about it, going so far as to call it one of t…

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Nintendo Switch 2, South of Midnight 1:18:36

5M ago1:18:36

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As you can imagine, this week's episode of the podcast is very much about the biggest news in the industry: we know loads about the Nintendo Switch 2 now. From the hardware etc to the price points, pre-orders, and the software prices, everything is covered in this podcast episode. We chat about Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, Metroid Prime 4…

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GEC BONUS EP: What's up at GDC 2025 (w/Charlie Hsu) 36:06

5M ago36:06

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Send us a text Phillip & Eric navigate the strangely subdued landscape of GDC 2025, pondering if there really is such a thing as a free lunch. Chris dials in, wondering if his absence is secretly the key to Eric's roundtable success. They dissect the talks, the conference economics, the rise of mobile's respectability, and a guest in economy design…

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4-18 Master and Goonpander 1:04:00

5M ago1:04:00

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The Party learns that it's boats all the way down. Mori looks for some light reading, Todd releases a depth charge, Eldrin almost doesn't fail his dad, Fait flounders, and Baba pops the bubble Check out Turner's new show! https://save-vs-cinema.captivate.fm/listen Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join …

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The First Berserker: Khazan, Monster Hunter Wilds, Indiana Jones 54:17

5M ago54:17

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In the fifth episode of our Loot Level Chat podcast, we're down to three people, but we've got lots to say still, as there's plenty to play, and loads happening. We lean heavily on the news this week, with Mick and Steve talking Adam through the upcoming title update for Monster Hunter Wilds. There's loads coming, with new monsters, armours, and th…

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Advanced Save Vs Cinema Listener's Handbook - Save VS Cinema 8:45

5M ago8:45

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Welcome to the show! This is the second of two introductory "Guide" episodes to give you some details on how this will work. This one is for those of you familiar with D&D and TTRPG's. We'll break down the format of the show, talk about why we picked D&D, and hint at what our bonus content will be. Thanks for joining us on this adventure!…

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Assassin's Creed Shadows, Atomfall, The Alters 1:13:09

5M ago1:13:09

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The podcast returns this week, but with less games to discuss since most of us have been heavily exploring one of the big titles that'd just been released. The crew have been exploring Assassin's Creed Shadows, and most of them seem to think it's the best one in ages, though there is one dissenter in the group. Atomfall is out soon, and that's anot…

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Trailer - Save VS Cinema 2:47

6M ago2:47

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Stay tuned more details to come!By Flying T Media

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Atelier Yumia, Death Stranding 2, Split Fiction 1:11:50

6M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

This week we're talking about that Death Stranding 2 trailer. Of course we are. But there's more: Lyle is here to chat about Atelier Yumia now the review embargo has lifted, while Mick, Steve, and Adam have all been playing Wanderstop and think it's a lovely time. Adam and Chris Hyde have been playing Split Fiction, as has Lyle, and Mick wants to: …

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4-17 Gooninal Velocity 1:16:02

6M ago1:16:02

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The Party learns that what Goons up must Goon Down. Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all our other links at: linktr.ee/gmdlcast…

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Atomfall, Blades of Fire, Tony Hawk is back 1:08:02

6M ago1:08:02

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It's been a very busy few weeks, as Adam has been playing lots of upcoming games for the podcast. However, before we get to the first of them, we need to have a chat about Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 being announced, finally. On top of that, Monster Hunter Wilds has been a massive success for Capcom, already, and the Metacritic "Top Publishers" of…

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4-16 Point Goon 1:19:31

6M ago1:19:31

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The Party stays consistent with their decision-making skills, and Mori learns the price of courage. Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https://gmdlcast.com/listen Find all our other links at:…

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Monster Hunter Wilds, Nintendo Switch 2, Avowed 1:24:44

6M ago1:24:44

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The very first episode of our podcast, Loot Level Chat is here. Adam, Chris Hyde, Steve, Mick, And Lyle are here to (first up) chat about the news that's taken their fancy. From Wuchang: Fallen Feathers to Pokemon Z-A, and then the Switch 2, there's a lot to be looking forward to this year, and some things we don't even have dates for. Onto what th…

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E37: Is Gaming Better Than Everyone at Experimentation? (w/Dr.Julian Runge) 1:11:34

6M ago1:11:34

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Send us a text The best tech firm experimentation seems to offer thousands of button color experiments. Dr.Runge has a better approach, which changes at every game development stage. We debate gaming's broken relationship with science, the proper experimentation framework, and how much you'd bet on yourself to complete Cousera assignments. Read Dr.…

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4-15 The Goonemy Within 1:00:33

7M ago1:00:33

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The Party practices tough love and gets eyes on a target... Please consider helping those impacted by the LA wildfires: Los Angeles Fires | Charity Navigator Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Follow the DM at Turner, Your Surly DM. (@turnerdm.bsky.social) — Bluesky Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/w…

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E36: Pokémon Pocket's Gimped Trading and Matthew Ball's State of Gaming 1:13:44

7M ago1:13:44

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Send us a text Pokémon TCG Pocket is one of a handful of games to implement P2P trading on mobile. Yet it sucks. On purpose. As @Eric explains, their game economy needs high sinks to combat hourly sourcing of card packs. Without the nearly 80% trading tax, prices would tend toward $0. However, that's secondary to a UX that is so gimped it makes Fri…

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4-14 Goonspiracy Theory 42:39

7M ago42:39

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The Party learns that there may be more going on than the Fey Stream Media is telling them... Please consider helping those impacted by the LA wildfires: Los Angeles Fires | Charity Navigator Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Follow the DM at Turner, Your Surly DM. (@turnerdm.bsky.social) — Bluesky Join…

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E35: In Defense of Loot Boxes (w/Dr. Matthew McCaffrey) 1:22:32

8M ago1:22:32

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Send us a text Loot boxes have all the markings of a moral panic. Dr.McCaffrey reviewed the emerging literature, and like the research on video game violence, it's destined for methodological malfunction. We discuss why everything isn't a loot box, the apathetic interest of economists in games, what George R.R. Martin's economic equilibrium teaches…

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4-13 The Goonseidon Adventure 1:19:54

8M ago1:19:54

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The Party learns the perils of cheap cruise cuisine. Please consider helping those impacted by the LA wildfires: Los Angeles Fires | Charity Navigator Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: https://www.twitch.tv/gmdlcast Spread the word: https…

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4-12 The Toddyguard 1:13:03

8M ago1:13:03

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The Party learns that Todd might actually be the hero they need in these times. Mori watches the replay, Todd plays a cover, Eldrin doesn't discriminate, Fait spreads his wings, and Baba feels the heat. Support the Party and get some loot in return: https://www.patreon.com/gmdlcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ws8KeNAZVT Watch our stream: h…

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