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"Fun" and Games Podcast

Matt Storm and Gen Moonen
Indie Games
Metroidvania
Video Games
Nintendo 64
Sega Genesis
Nintendo
Stardew Valley
Game Design
Animal Well
Gaming
Harvest Moon
PAX West
Mental Health
Donkey Kong 64
Resident Evil
The Legend Of Zelda: A Link To the Past
Final Fantasy VIII
Splatoon 3
Lore Of the Frogs
Sonic Adventure 2

Gen Moonen and Matt Storm chat about their love of games, the evolution of gaming as an artistic medium as well as sometimes bring on guests from within or even outside the industry to chat about gaming. Matt Storm also produces the minisode series called Side Quests. Every episode is a different host talking about a game they love and why they love it!

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Latest Episodes

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is playtester, game designer and denizen of the medieval land of Calradia, Harper Stone! The game she is talking about today is Mount & Blade: Warband by TaleWorlds Entertainment, Paradox Interactive and Ra... more

Wayforward Technologies recently re-released one of their more unique experiences. Originally released on GBA in 2005, Sigma Star Saga is a space opera combining top down exploration with shmup random battles. Now, you can try the colorful role-playe... more

WE'VE MADE IT TO 450 EPISODES?! UNBELIEVEABLE! For this epic milestone Matt aka Stormageddon is joined by Gen Moonen and Gerry Thomas to get equipped and defeat the evil Dr. Cossack while discussing Mega Man 4 by Capcom.

You can also check out Gerr... more

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Side Quests is back and so is host soccr! He is a podcast fan and Poultry Prepper! The game he is talking about today is Arctic Eggs by The Water Museum and Critical Reflex.

You can also find him on Bluesky here!

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Hosts

Geoff Moonen
Co-host of the Fun and Games Podcast; frequent contributor to discussions on gaming culture and history.
Matt Storm
Co-host of the Fun and Games Podcast; participates in long-form game discussions and hosts Side Quests minisodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Impeccable

    Matt and Geoff have such great conversations with so many cool people. I love the way they see games, media, and culture! Cannot rec highly enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DonCuerv0
    United States10 months ago
  • A true deep dive into gaming history

    Above and beyond their terrific chemistry, Matt and Geoff bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and love for video games in every episode. A lovely listen, every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    itsmeaidan
    Canada10 months ago
  • Double threat

    This podcast is fantastic, and I’m not saying that as a past guest. The core show is on lock with great dialogue that’s relevant and never hyperbolic, and comes from a core of people who actually know and enjoy games, and you can tell.

    The sad part? That’s only half of it! If you’re in the mood to mix it up, their Side Quests series gives you a chance cleanse your palette with a quick hit of dialogue from a guest on why they love some of their favorite games.

    Do yourself a favor and subscrib... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    darrenhupke
    United States10 months ago
  • Putting the Fun in Fun and Games!

    The recent episode on Load Times was the first episode I listened to. This show was right up my alley of nerd stuff that I love.

    The hosts have a great chemistry and seemed very knowledgeable on the topic. Will definitely add this show to my current rotation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dogg Faced Gamer
    United States2 years ago
  • Podcast Addict
    rckfrstn
    2 years ago

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Guests bring diverse perspectives and interesting insights into specific titles.
The show has great chemistry between hosts with deep knowledge of games.
Listeners praise thoughtful discussion and accessible explanations of complex game design concepts.
Production quality and editing are consistently strong, making episodes easy to listen to.
Side Quests format is a welcome bite-sized addition that introduces fresh takes on favorites.

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Talking Points

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Episode 206: Big Hops
Q: What was the decision process for not including combat in Big Hops?
Wade felt that instead of relying on combat, the game could focus on movement mechanics and other pacing constructs that would engage players differently.
Episode 206: Big Hops
Q: What led to the choice of implementing full voice acting in Big Hops?
Wade credited the collaboration with a casting and voice director who helped secure well-known voice actors, including Steve Blum, to enhance the game's character depth.
Episode 206: Big Hops
Q: What are the inspirations behind the unique storytelling and character arcs in Big Hops?
Wade mentioned that he aims for nuance in storytelling and character development, citing inspirations from Nintendo and Double Fine games.
Episode 206: Big Hops
Q: Was there ever a conscious point of not falling into certain traps because of past experiences with platformers?
Wade indicated that his obsession and high standards meant he would analyze games like Mario Odyssey beforehand and integrate advanced techniques into his game.
Episode 206: Big Hops
Q: What brought you to game development?
Wade explained that he played a lot of video games during childhood, became interested in PC games during his teenage years, and was inspired by game development commentary from developers like those of Portal.

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This show centers on a duo who love games and gaming culture, weaving thoughtful analysis with conversational chemistry. Episodes often feature deep dives into specific games or topics (from retro classics to contemporary releases), plus Side Quests minisodes where guests share why particular games matter to them. Noteworthy is the consistent blend of insider knowledge, accessible storytelling, and high production quality that makes complex game design approachable for listeners. The format regularly highlights guest perspectives from developers, historians, and content creators, offering a well-rounded view of games' craft, history, and culture. Potential listeners will likely appreciate the genuine passion for games, the approachable yet ... more

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