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Play Comics

Chris Osborne
Video Games
Spider-Man
Comic Books
Anime
Game Boy Advance
Comics
Yu-Gi-Oh
Pokémon
Marvel Comics
Garfield
Robotech
Buck Rogers
Manga
The Punisher
X-Men
Spellcaster
XIII
Video Game Adaptation
Dragon Ball Z
Marvel

Play Comics is a show that looks at video games based on comic properties and how faithful those games stay to the source material.

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Recent Guests

Matt Turner
Spider-Man game player and host of Pikaslash Plays on YouTube and Twitch.
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Episode: Spider-Man Web of Shadows with Matt Turner (Pikaslash Plays)
Gary Jones
Divergent Comics creator and podcast host.
Divergent Comics
Episode: Fantastic Four Rise of the Silver Surfer with Gary Jones (Divergent Comics)
Russell Moran
Host of Kaiju ComicCast and former host of Gamma Charge
Kaiju ComicCast
Episode: The Incredible Hulk (2008) with Russell Moran (Kaiju ComiCast)
David Gallaher
Writer and creator of comics and video games.
Episode: DC Universe Online with David Gallaher
Grant Stoye
comic maker
independent comics creator
Episode: X-Men Origins Wolverine with Grant Stoye
Chris Maynard
Guest from Following Films, discusses Garfield game and adaptations
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Episode: Garfield a Tail of Two Kitties with Chris Maynard (Following Films)
Chels Eichholz
Guest from The Q Division / Across the Whoniverse
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Episode: Digimon World 3 with Chels Eichholz (The Q Division, Across the Whoniverse)
Josh Garvey
Guest discussing the Zelda comic adaptation
Episode: Link to the Past with Josh Garvey
George Marston
Co-host of Spawnography, expert on Spawn and occult history
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Episode: Hellboy The Science of Evil with George Marston (Spawnography)

Hosts

Chris
Host who guides discussions of video games based on comic properties.
Josh Liston
Host who introduces topics and guides discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • A must listen for Comic fans!

    If you're looking for a podcast that celebrates the intersection of comics and gaming, look no further than Play Comics. It's a must-listen for fans of both mediums, and it's sure to leave you with a newfound appreciation for the rich history of comic book-based video games.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megsterz810
    United States2 years ago
  • A Perfect Pop Culture Intersection

    Video game adaptations of comics and manga are an interesting intersection of topics that give host Chris plenty to talk about. He’s got a wealth of knowledge about a wide variety of comics (not just Marvel/DC). Great show for fans of comics and video games alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteampunkLink
    United States5 years ago
  • Level up your podcast rotation!

    Mixing comics & video games together should be a no brainer in terms of an awesome podcast idea, and Play Comics succeeds in making it truly awesome! A great mix of terrific host, topics, & special guests make for a podcast you should definitely have in your rotation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    allkindsofnogood
    United States5 years ago
  • It's easy to forget about the bevy of video games adapted from comic books. There's plenty of AAA games that get made and have fanfare -- but what about the rest of the catalogue?

    Play Comics addresses this niche in really enjoyable ways, breaking down the source material of the comics behind the game adaptations and bringing wonderful guests to join in the fun. Highly recommend!

    Podchaser
    5
    Mark Behncke
    5 years ago
  • Highly recommend this one!

    Great podcast with an awesome host. Cant wait to check out more of the episodes. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poldi Wieland
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners value the specific focus on how video games adapt comics and other familiar franchises.
Reviews praise Chris's knowledge across a wide range of comics and the guests' thoughtful contributions.
Some listeners would like more game audio and music, fewer pauses, and a brisker pace.
The conversational format and nostalgic perspective are frequently described as engaging and informative.

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#62
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Fantastic Four Rise of the Silver Surfer with Gary Jones (Divergent Comics)
Q: What do you think this one gets wrong looking at the Fantastic Four?
Gary says the game relies too much on the team's history with Doctor Doom and fails to use its rich roster of villains and adventures. He also notes that the characters' powers are much less inventive than in the comics.
Fantastic Four Rise of the Silver Surfer with Gary Jones (Divergent Comics)
Q: What was it that made this game jump out to you that made you want to come on the show?
Gary remembered enjoying the first Fantastic Four game but found this sequel disappointing because it rehashed its predecessor and did not make its power-transfer mechanic work.
Spider-Man Web of Shadows with Matt Turner (Pikaslash Plays)
Q: What do you think this one really gets wrong looking at Spider-Man?
Matt criticizes the lackluster story and says several supporting characters feel two-dimensional, with some appearances feeling poorly explained. Chris agrees that certain hero and villain choices seem odd and that more iconic characters are missing.
Spider-Man Web of Shadows with Matt Turner (Pikaslash Plays)
Q: What do you think this game really gets right looking at Spider-Man?
Matt says it captures Spider-Man's goodness despite his mistakes, his perseverance through hardship, and his web-swinging abilities. Chris highlights the morality system as a way to show Spider-Man's fallibility.
The Incredible Hulk (2008) with Russell Moran (Kaiju ComiCast)
Q: What would make a better Hulk game?
Russell says a successful game would need to capture Hulk's mobility and destruction while making Banner sections worthwhile. He suggests a developer capable of creating distinct ways to play both characters, and Chris emphasizes that open-world design should serve the game's focus rather than being included by default.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Play Comics

What is Play Comics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations examine how video games adapt comic, manga, and other pop-culture properties, weighing gameplay and storytelling against the source material. Regular host Chris is joined by guests with interests or experience in comics, gaming, collecting, and related media. Together, they discuss what adaptations preserve, change, or leave unused, from character portrayals and lore to controls, level design, and platform differences. The tone is conversational and nostalgic, with frank assessments of games that succeed as well as those that feel rushed or forgettable. Episodes often widen the discussion to films, comics, anime, and the history of a franchise, making the format useful for fans who enjoy both close adaptation analysis and broa... more

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Recent guests on Play Comics include:

1. Matt Turner
2. Gary Jones
3. Russell Moran
4. David Gallaher
5. Grant Stoye
6. Chris Maynard
7. Chels Eichholz
8. Josh Garvey

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