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"Fun" and Games Podcast

Matt Storm and Gen Moonen
Indie Games
Metroidvania
Nintendo 64
Video Games
Stardew Valley
Nintendo
Game Design
Gaming
Animal Well
Harvest Moon
PAX West
Mental Health
The Legend Of Zelda: A Link To the Past
Sega Genesis
Final Fantasy VIII
Splatoon 3
Lore Of the Frogs
Sonic Adventure 2
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Final Fantasy IX

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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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and Covenant Elite commander, Lewbop from The Rookie Run! The game he is talking about today is Halo 2 by Bungie and Microsoft Game Studios.

You can also check out his podcast here!

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Published by Devolver Digital and featuring music by Blood Cultures and John Fio, Skate Story is a surreal adventure game about skateboarding through the underworld to save your soul.

Matt & Gen are joined by Sam Eng, the Developer of Skate Story, ... more

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Side Quests is back and so is host Alex from Low Five Gaming! He is a podcaster, creative director, strategist and falling tetromino! The game he is talking about today is Tetris on the Game Boy by Nintendo.

You can also find his podcast here!

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Side Quests is back and so is host Josh Covel! He is a podcaster, streamer and member of the US Army's Able Company! The game he is talking about today is Company Of Heroes by Relic Entertainment, THQ and Sega.

You can also find his work here!

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Recent Guests

Eric Gess
Host of the Unlockables Podcast
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Episode: Side Quests Episode 471: Majesty: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim with Eric Gess
Josh Koval
Guest, host of Still Loading Podcast
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Episode: Episode 217: A DRM to Kill
Mark Kleeb
Co-owner of Wonderville, an arcade bar in Brooklyn
Wonderville
Episode: Side Quests Episode 468: UFO 50 with Mark Kleeb
Jake Kaufman
Composer for Shovel Knight, Mina the Hollower and other titles
Composer / Musician
Episode: Episode 216: Jake Kaufman
Damien Razdan
Game writer and narrative designer
Episode: Side Quests Episode 465: Tyranny with Damien Razdan
Mark Kleback
Co-owner of Wonderville
Wonderville NYC
Episode: Episode 215: LIVE at Wonderville
Stephanie Gross
Co-owner of Wonderville
Wonderville NYC
Episode: Episode 215: LIVE at Wonderville
Danny B
Co-host of Playlog Podcast
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Episode: Episode 214: The (Re)Deal with Roguelikes
Steven Beaumont
A guest host on the Side Quests segment
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Episode: Side Quests Episode 459: Elden Ring with Steven Beaumont

Hosts

Matthew Storm
Host of the main show and co-host of minisode segments; long-running voice for the podcast.
Gen Moonen
Co-host and central voice behind many episodes; coordinates content and guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 97 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 Statesa year 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
    Canadaa year 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 Statesa year 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
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    rckfrstn
    2 years ago

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Production quality and guest variety are highlighted repeatedly.
Deep dives and Side Quests are treasured by listeners.
Chemistry between hosts is consistently praised.

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Episode 215: LIVE at Wonderville
Q: What makes Wonderville unique among arcades today?
Wonderville blends a gallery-like curation with an event space and a bar, focusing on indie cabinets free to play, community-driven maintenance, and ongoing collaborations with artists, schools, and indie developers.
Episode 213: Cat Secretary
Q: How did Good Story Guild transition from audio-only projects to an interactive video game?
The team leveraged their strengths in audio and storytelling, built a strong writers room, and chose a small, nimble collaboration with a game director and art lead to prototype quickly, focusing on top-tier audio and narrative as the core of Cat Secretary.
Episode 210: Minishoot' Adventures
Q: Why the distinctive rounded, cozy art style and ship design?
The rounded shapes and soft aesthetics were chosen to keep the game visually welcoming while preserving readability and speed of play, helping players stay immersed without feeling overwhelmed by harsh geometry or clutter.
Episode 210: Minishoot' Adventures
Q: How did the world-building evolve during development?
It started abstract and evolved through a chaotic but iterative process over about four years, adding trees, walls, and varied biomes to create meaningful exploration with a sense of location while keeping a nostalgic yet approachable feel.
Episode 210: Minishoot' Adventures
Q: What sparked the blend of a Twin-Stick Shooter with an exploration-focused Zelda-inspired world?
The inspiration came from a mix of influences, including the tiny abstract shooter Zolg, Flash-era minimalist games, and a deep fascination with the original Zelda's exploration loop, combined to create a game where movement, shooting, and discovery intertwine.

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A candid, philosophy-minded look at games, their history, and the people who create and love them. Episodes mix thoughtful deep-dives into specific titles and eras with shorter Side Quests minisodes, where guests share why a game matters to them. Produced with strong production values and a warm, conversational vibe, the show often explores design, culture, and the personal hooks that make games memorable. A notable strength is its ability to pair rigorous game analysis with approachable, story-driven storytelling, making it engaging for both hardcore players and curious newcomers.

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1. Eric Gess
2. Josh Koval
3. Mark Kleeb
4. Jake Kaufman
5. Damien Razdan
6. Mark Kleback
7. Stephanie Gross
8. Danny B

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