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Overthinking Games

Overthinking Games
Video Games
Elden Ring
Detroit: Become Human
Silksong
Minecraft
Slay the Spire
Death Stranding
The Last Of Us
Accessibility In Gaming
Gambling
Outer Wilds
Skyrim
Potions: A Curious Tale
Side Quests
Character Creation
Inscryption
Procedural Generation
Hades
Warzone
Demon's Souls

Overthinking Games is a podcast about what video games can teach us. We look at video games through an educational and critical lens.

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Tutorials and Hooks Dempsey, Seth, and Katie (she lives!!) tackle tutorials and pedagogy, and discuss the difference between the moment that makes you keep playing and the moment the player understands what the game is actually about. What’s your fav... more

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Find us on: Youtube Apple Podcasts Spotify Tik Tok/Instagram Bluesky

Theme music is copyright free and from: www.youtube.com/@Pixverses

overthinkinggamespodcast@gmail.com

Find us on: Youtube Apple Podcasts Spotify Tik Tok/Instagram Bluesky

Theme music is copyright free and from: www.youtube.com/@Pixverses

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Crawford
Author and philosopher with a focus on narratives in video games
Author of the upcoming book 'Where We've Made It Dark'
Episode: Ep 60: The Last of Us (and Philosophy) with Nicholas Crawford
Rob Jonas
Vocational rehabilitation counselor specialized in helping individuals who are blind or visually impaired
Episode: Ep 49: Accessibility w/ Rob
Josh Ward
Host of The Gamers Drink, creates cocktails and reviews related to video games
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Episode: Ep 39: Detroit: Become Human w/ The Gamers Drink
Renee Gittins
Creator of Potions: A Curious Tale and executive director of the International Game Developers Association
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Episode: Ep 32: Dev Interview with "Potions: A Curious Tale"'s creator Renee Gittins

Hosts

Dempsey Tapley
Co‑host with background in filmmaking and frequent presence across episodes, often driving conversational flow.
Seth
Host known for roguelite interest and teaching background, contributing tech and science perspectives.
Brett
Host with graphic design background and a key part of the show's design‑centric and design‑thinking discussions.
Katie
Host who introduces topics and guides discussions, frequently aiding guest integration and pacing.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Good times , great conversations

    Listening to this podcast consistently feels like time well spent. I appreciate the variety of perspectives and versions of gamers that contribute unique and personal perspective on what video games can teach us! Bonus points if you are looking for game recommendations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K whiting
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun, conversational, and exploratory!

    This show is about video games, but mostly about other things in life with video games as a jumping off point for the discussion. The crew have fun together, and the topics are interesting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TravelingHebody
    United States2 years ago
  • Idk

    Never seen this

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    XD LOL SaNs iS nEsS
    United States3 years ago
  • Smashing Game Time Sends Their Love

    Dempsey and the gang are great. Love the interviews and the thoughtfulness that goes into each question/conversation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Real Nick Coffman
    United States3 years ago
  • This podcast is good

    And so is Renal Summer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Secret Agent Santa
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful, education‑forward lens on gaming topics.
Feedback often mentions both the breadth of topics and the hosts' ability to connect games to real‑world learning.
Fans note the chemistry and varied viewpoints among hosts as a strength.
Some listeners praise the show for accessible yet deep discussions and practical takeaways for educators and creators.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 85: Literary Lenses for Video Games w/Jake from the Pre-Order Bonus Podcast
Q: What can we expect games to say about the environment given their need for win states and resources?
The discussion explores whether games can or should assert robust environmental messages, noting how some titles use win states to advocate for ecological stewardship while acknowledging the limits of interactive media to convey every nuance.
Ep 85: Literary Lenses for Video Games w/Jake from the Pre-Order Bonus Podcast
Q: What about you, Seth? Do you have a lens you tend to see things through?
Seth discusses a personal economic lens, considering cost, value, and opportunity, and how budget constraints shape engagement with games and the perceived worth of experiences.
Ep 85: Literary Lenses for Video Games w/Jake from the Pre-Order Bonus Podcast
Q: So Jake, do you have a lens that you tend to use when you start talking about a game?
Jake explains his environmental humanities lens, focusing on representations of ecology, non-human agency, and the ways games encode environmental and political ideas, often reading through Marxist and post-humanist frameworks.
Ep 83: Skate Story creator Sam Eng Interview
Q: Do you think that the act of teaching someone in a classroom setting, like teaching them coding, affects the way you design your game, Skate Story?
Yes, there is a significant overlap in understanding how to scaffold information for players and learners, making the game approachable for different skill levels.
Ep 62: Mental Health
Q: What do you think of mental health or mental illness in video games?
I relate to games that handle mental health, particularly Celeste, as it offers a unique experience that only a game can provide.

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

Three regular hosts explore video games through educational and critical lenses, covering a wide range of topics from immersive sci‑fi and fantasy universes to religion, space, and the impact of AI on gaming. Episodes blend personal anecdotes, design critique, and cultural commentary, often tying gameplay to real‑world issues like ethics, accessibility, and storytelling. A notable pattern is the group's curiosity‑driven discussions, welcoming guests or rotating perspectives, and a playful yet thoughtful dynamic that makes complex topics approachable for listeners who want both practical insights for creators and broader takeaways for learners or educators. The show stands out for its education‑forward angle, nuanced debates, and a diverse s... more

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