
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!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 713 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyLeisureVideo Games | |||

Side Quests is back and this episode's host is game writer, narrative designer, poet and skateboarding legend, Dustin Triplett! The game he is talking about today is Skate 3 by EA Black Box and Electronic Arts.
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James Bond has been in the pop culture sphere longer than video games. He's gone through many creators, portrayers, and mediums. It can be difficult to feel like you're playing as the secret agent. Whether it's a first-person shooter, a driving game,... more
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is arcade bar owner and retro game lover, Mark Kleeb! The game he is talking about today is UFO 50 by Mossmouth.
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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and aspiring filmmaker from Velvet Cove, Dan from The Greatest Story Ever Played! The game he is talking about today is Lost Records: Bloom & Rage by Don't Nod.
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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.
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.
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.
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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!
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A lively, well-produced show that blends thoughtful discussions of gaming history and craft with enthusiastic, personal takes on individual games. Hosts Matt and Gen (plus rotating contributors) anchor each episode with deep knowledge of the medium, while entertaining Side Quests mini-sodes feature guests who share why specific games matter to them. The format often pairs big-picture industry context with intimate, game-specific deep dives, making it appealing to both hardcore gamers and those curious about how games evolve as culture and art. Notable strengths include high production quality, strong host chemistry, and a steady stream of insightful guest perspectives from developers, designers, and enthusiasts. This mix creates a welcoming... more
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