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Friends Per Second

Friends Per Second
Xbox
Bungie
Star Wars Outlaws
Indie Games
Marathon
Judas
Battlefield 6
Summer Game Fest
Summer Games Fest
Game Awards
Destiny
Playdate
Game Pass
Resident Evil
Arc Raiders
Mars After Midnight
Ken Levine
Bioshock
Sony
Elden Ring

Three nerds. Three microphones. Zero clue what we're talking about - a video game podcast from Skill Up, Jake Baldino, and Lucy James.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes107Founded4 years ago
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Video GamesGamesLeisure

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Max Scoville
Former IGN host and co-founder of X Button
X Button
Episode: A Farewell to BioWare | Friends Per Second #107
Kazuhisa Wada
Persona 4 Revival team member
Persona 4 Revival Team
Episode: A Farewell to BioWare | Friends Per Second #107
Shigenori Soejima
Persona 4 Revival team member
Persona 4 Revival Team
Episode: A Farewell to BioWare | Friends Per Second #107
Akane Kabayashi
Persona 4 Revival team member
Persona 4 Revival Team
Episode: A Farewell to BioWare | Friends Per Second #107
Clay Stone
Producer on World of Warcraft: Forever at Blizzard
Blizzard
Episode: We asked Blizzard the big questions about World of Warcraft: Forever | Friends Per Second #106
Gene Park
Journalist, Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: The Wolverine review debrief feat. Gene Park (Washington Post) and Mitch Saltzman (IGN) | FPS #104
Mitch Saltzman
Staff writer and reviewer
IGN
Episode: The Wolverine review debrief feat. Gene Park (Washington Post) and Mitch Saltzman (IGN) | FPS #104
Ben Hanson
Special guest, MinMax
MinMax
Episode: The biggest games of the year are about to release (and we played a bunch of them) | FPS Ep #102
Chris Grant
Former VP at GameSpot, industry veteran
Former GameSpot
Episode: Is modern gaming cooked? | Friends Per Second #99

Hosts

Lucy James
Host with long-running involvement in gaming media and podcasting; associated with multiple shows and outlets.
Jake Baldino
Co-host and prominent personality with long-running involvement in gaming media and podcasting.
Skill Up
Host and creator figure associated with the show, known for in-depth game analysis and industry commentary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 4.2k ratings
  • Mamma mia

    Great podcast, great personalities, great interviews

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToeKneeSquak
    Canadaa month ago
  • words words words

    so many words. some of them about video games

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    renjamiin
    United States2 months ago
  • Delightful.

    What a brilliant show. Lots of great reviews, content and laughs. A must listen every time an episode drops, if you want positive, friendly and informative content, sub to this, it’s well worth it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan95850
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great podcast, great hosts

    Been a long time listener (from the start) but only getting around to leaving a review now. It’s been great to hear your views on gaming and wider pop-culture knowledge over the years.

    Especially interesting for me at least is how your positivity for the future has declined over the years. I also feel the same way but it’s refreshing as many podcasts don’t want to acknowledge the struggles gaming (and broader society) will face.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MannanM
    Australia3 months ago
  • Friends are Great!

    A great honest conversation among friends that comes with depth, industry knowledge and experts, and a sprinkle of DLC!

    Audible
    5
    Adam Bradshaw
    United States3 months ago

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Some listeners wish the show released episodes more frequently or weekly.
Many appreciate the depth and honesty of industry guests.
Listeners praise chemistry and banter among the three hosts.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#13
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#54
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#9
United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#33
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#39
United Kingdom/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A Farewell to BioWare | Friends Per Second #107
Q: How do you decide which elements are crucial to keep the same for older fans and maybe modernize for a new generation who is experiencing Persona 4 for the first time?
The team kept the storyline, characters and era intact, while modernizing the graphics, character expressions and gameplay quality-of-life features.
A Farewell to BioWare | Friends Per Second #107
Q: How do you approach revisiting a game like Persona 4? What were your feelings around doing so? And why did you think now was the right time?
The team wanted to preserve the original game's character while improving what modern technology could support, including a more immersive version of Inaba.
We asked Blizzard the big questions about World of Warcraft: Forever | Friends Per Second #106
Q: Are you rethinking your approach to Dungeon XP, or are you really happy with where things are landing?
Clay Stone says the team wants leveling to emphasize the open-world journey and meaningful interactions, while still supporting dungeon play. After beta feedback, Blizzard is adjusting dungeon quest and mob experience to find a better balance.
We asked Blizzard the big questions about World of Warcraft: Forever | Friends Per Second #106
Q: What other kind of things are you guys thinking about to provide a really robust and compelling horizontal progression over the life of the game?
Clay Stone points to professions, the legacy system and rewards for completing challenges. The team also plans to keep power increases between raid tiers limited so that previously earned gear can remain useful.
Can Activision save Halo? + Control Resonant & Ace Combat 8 review discussions | FPS #105
Q: What is your take on Halo moving under Activision and what that could mean for the game's future?
The hosts agree that Halo needs fresh leadership and a new creative direction, but worry about turning Halo into a mega-franchise shooter factory. They see potential benefits from access to large-scale resources and shooter pedigree, yet fear a loss of Halo's original identity and a risk of overproliferation of Halo content under Activision's machine.

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Three friends discuss video games through a mix of casual banter, industry analysis, and in-depth interviews with developers and creators. Across episodes, topics swing from hands-on impressions of upcoming titles and big previews to broader industry trends such as platform strategies, exclusivity, and the business side of gaming, all peppered with personal anecdotes and sponsor reads. The show tends to balance thoughtful critique with a friendly, conversational vibe, making it approachable for both hardcore gamers and casual listeners who enjoy behind-the-scenes glimpses into game development and publishing. A notable strength is the ensemble chemistry among the hosts, plus a steady stream of notable guests from studios, publishers, and me... more

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1. Max Scoville
2. Kazuhisa Wada
3. Shigenori Soejima
4. Akane Kabayashi
5. Clay Stone
6. Gene Park
7. Mitch Saltzman
8. Ben Hanson

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