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A show about big games in small packages! Join AJ, Kim, Robin, and Chase every week to talk about short video games, indie tabletop games, and maybe other stuff! --- Visit us online at dotzip.online --- Art by Tara Crawford Music by _amaranthine Additional sounds by Boqeh Produced and Edited by AJ Fillari

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes127Founded3 years ago
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🚨CONTENT WARNING: There is a lengthy description of a psychotic episode from about 45:56 to 57:52. Nothing bad happens and no one is harmed, but there are descriptions of hallucinations and delusions🚨

AJ and Kim had the pleasure of talking to AJ G... more

Still can't believe that actual Neptune is in this game lmao

Today we're talking about Asterism by Claire Morwood! A game about uncovering the origins of a mysterious space signal and doing it yourself.

Get Asterism on itch.io or Steam!!! Follow Cl... more

I'm having a hard time getting the Cheerwine and the portrait of the personification of existential dread in the same shot with the telephoto lens.

Today we're talking about Umurangi Generatoin by ORIGAME DIGITAL! A game about taking photos and choo... more

I found these weird looking mushrooms foraging around in the forest, wanna make dinner with them? Surely there's nothing nefarious about them.

Today we're joined by Rachel Watts from the Indieventure podcast and Draknek & Friends to talk about Lost ... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Watts
Indieventure podcast host and puzzle-game enthusiast
Indieventure / Draknek & Friends (as guest and producer)
Episode: Digging for Information in Lost Wiki: Kozlovka with Rachel Watts (Indieventure, Draknek & Friends)
Scout Wilkinson
Guest, played Neve; discussed Encanters and non-linear storytelling mechanics
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Episode: Prequel by Glyphtide Games feat. Frey, Tony, Scout, Jill, and Andy!!!
Will LaPorte
Writer, composer, poet
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Episode: It's a Will Issue w/ Will Laporte (Ghostdown, Overheard)
Matt Horton
Special guest and commentator on video games
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Episode: Watching the World Cup in despelote with Matt Horton (Flow State, In Sequence)
Remy Siu
Creative director of Sunset Visitor, known for '1,000 Times Resist.'
Sunset Visitor
Episode: Self-Actualizing in Perfect Tides w/ Remy Siu
Robin Bombas
Guest and host of the Girl Mode podcast
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Episode: Emerging from the Loam in worm girlfriend dating simulator w/ Robin Bea

Hosts

AJ Fillari
Host of the show; long-time producer/engineer with experience across indie/game-focused programs
Kim
Host of the show; frequent co-host with strong emphasis on game critique and indie discourse
Robin
Host of the show; introduces format and co-host across episodes with a focus on thoughtful analysis
Chase
Co-host; contributes to discussions with a focus on pacing and collaborative storytelling

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Probably my favorite current gaming podcast

    Not only do they talk about interesting games I otherwise wouldn’t know about with insight and knowledge, but it’s also a ton of fun to listen to! Can’t recommend enough

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nightmareworld
    United States10 months ago
  • Amazing Podcast

    I found out about dotzip thanks to episodes about games I already loved, then discovered so many new games. The hosts are lovely and the discussions always smart and engaging. One of the best gaming podcasts around!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ferilune
    Italya year ago
  • Good

    Dotzip: good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kingobaby
    Denmarka year ago
  • Good

    Good!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJ2217
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good

    Good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chase Ballbee
    United Statesa year ago

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Compliments on discovering indie games through episodes and strong guest insights.

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Talking about the Neverway Prologue with Kate (No Small Games) and Phil (70% Complete)! | RAM
Q: How do you feel about the combat system and its accessibility after switching from mouse and keyboard to controller?
They found the combat initially tricky but enjoyable once they got the hang of it, appreciating that it isn't overly complex and that it rewards time spent learning the mechanics.
[TEASER] Conversation with Remy Siu about Prove You're Human! | RAM
Q: What were the biggest changes moving from 1000xResist to Prove You're Human in terms of team and production?
The team grew significantly with new programmers and artists, writers joining, and a dynamic shift to more collaborative, in-person-like workflows, aided by a local studio culture in Vancouver and closer integration of music, video, and production pipelines.

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Frequently Asked Questions About dotzip

What is dotzip about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on compact, rich game experiences, spanning indie video games, puzzle-focused titles, and tabletop-inspired design discussions. Hosts AJ, Kim, and Robin (with Chase contributing) guide each episode through short games' mechanics, narrative textures, and creative impacts, often bringing on guests with hands-on expertise in indie development, game journalism, and design. Across recent episodes the conversation drifts from UI-driven mystery games and non-linear storytelling to artful horror, dreamlike atmospheres, and the craft of world-building in tabletop and digital formats. Noteworthy is the group's collaborative, listener-friendly approach—emphasizing practical takeaways, design critique, and personal play experiences—makin... more

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