
Every other week, tune into 8-4 Play for talk about Japan, video games, and Japanese video games, straight from the 8-4 offices in beautiful downtown Tokyo.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 415 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureTechnologyVideo Games | |||

Th-th-the gang t-t-talks the g-g-good, the bad, and the silly of Resident Evil Requiem, plus more Zelda, Minishoot Adventures, and Project Helix in news.
01:38 – Nicknames 05:55 – The Legend of Zelda 12:47 – Resident Evil Requiem 52:37 – Minishoot ... more
17-Bit's Jake Kazdal stops by to talk Zelda anniversary memories, his upcoming game Awaysis, Virtual Boy do's and don'ts, and all the big news out of Microsoft and PlayStation. • 09:58 – The Legend of Zelda
• 33:34 – Awaysis
• 53:01 – Virtual Boy more
Strap on your climbing gear and watch out for vertigo as we scale the dizzying heights of Cairn and plumb the stereoscopic depths of the Virtual Boy. Plus news!
00:58 – Nicknames 06:18 – Blue Prince 16:37 – Cairn 33:30 – Virtual Boy 52:23 – News: N... more
The crew checks in (hotel humor!) on the 3.0 update and Switch 2 version of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the good and bad of Xbox's latest developer direct, and the horrors and sweet, sweet delights of the upcoming Virtual Boy lineup.
03:51 – Ani... more
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It's always fun to get to listen in on the gaming banter between these friends working for or associated with the localization powerhouse 8-4.
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Used to really enjoy this show but they just rush through everything while trying to cover all the major news so you end up with shallow discussion and everyone seems barely interested. When they started to move to a tight 1-hour show is when everything started to go downhill.
This has been my favorite podcast since 2015. Great show.
I really enjoyed this show early on but the political talk is just too much. I come to be entertained and listen to life in Japan and video games. Instead every episode they go into politics, and how many times do I have to hear why you’re no longer on X aka Twitter and only on Blue Sky. Great, just tell me where you’re at to find your messages, I don’t care why you left one for another. If someone caught one episode in the past 2 years they would know why, it doesn’t need to be repeated. ... more
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This podcast features vibrant discussions about video games, particularly focusing on Japanese titles and culture. Each episode typically includes a mix of humorous banter and informative commentary, with hosts sharing personal gaming experiences, industry insights, and upcoming releases. Noteworthy elements include guest interviews with industry professionals, allowing for deeper dives into game design, technology, and the video game landscape. The overall tone is engaging and light-hearted, making it a great listen for both gaming enthusiasts and those interested in Japanese pop culture.
Listeners can expect a variety of topics ranging from classic and contemporary games to current trends in the industry. The hosts often blend their pers... more
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Recent guests on 8-4 Play include:
1. Jake Kazdal
2. John Lindemann
3. Rob Fox
4. Nick Accordion
5. Shane Bettenhausen
6. Thomas Nicol
7. Roy Blakely
8. Tina Love Review Carter
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