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Play, Watch, Listen

Alanah Pearce
Fallout
The Expanse
Society Of the Snow
Netflix
Game Direction
Gamepass
Myst
The Fall Of the House Of Usher
Layoffs
The Last Of Us Part II
Uruguayan Rugby Team
Tales Of Kinsera Zow
Baldur's Gate 3
Video Game Development
Covid-19
Music Composition
Triple A Games
Alan Wake 2
Cannibalism
AI Art

Join Alanah Pearce (game writer), Mike Bithell (game director), and Austin Wintory (game composer) as they talk about all the games, movies, TV and 'whatever else' that took their interest that week, from three unique perspectives in the games industry.

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This week, Mike and Alanah discuss Bithell games, whether Mike is a Golden Retriever Boyfriend, the new era of the cosplay community, collaboration among indie game devs, and our fear of Early Access.

Alanah, Mike, and Austin discuss sex (or the lack thereof) in video games, and how video game writing and film/TV do and do not compare. Also, happy new year!

Apologies for the late upload! On this episode, Mike & Austin chat about the success of Dispatch, changes to video game dev structures, and where the industry seems to be headed.

This week, Austin, Mike, and Alanah are joined by Adhoc Studios' Pierre Shorette to talk about Dispatch - the latest narrative driven game made by a group of Telltale alumni.

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Recent Guests

Pierre Shorette
Co-founder of Adhoc Studios and writer on 'Dispatch'
Adhoc Studios
Episode: 177. Dispatch Writer Pierre Shorette Talks CHOICES!
Matt Nava
Creative Director at Giant Squid
Giant Squid
Episode: 174. Wave Tech in Sword of the Sea!
Mike Laidlaw
Chief Creative Officer at Yellowbird Games
Yellowbird Games
Episode: 166. Talking to Eternal Strands director Mike Laidlaw!
Xalavier Nelson Jr.
Studio head at Strange Scaffold, has worked on over 100 games
Strange Scaffold
Episode: 165. The Studio Making Four Games A YEAR!? (ft. Xalavier Nelson)
Nathan Grayson
A video game journalist.
Episode: 153. Games Journalism is Very, Very Broken
Tim Cain
One of the original creators of Fallout
Episode: 152. The Fallout TV Show ft. Tim Cain (the creator of Fallout!)
Abubakar Salim
Game director and actor, known for his role as Bayek in Assassin's Creed Origins
Surgeon Studios
Episode: 151. From Actor to Game Director!
Rahul Kohli
Actor best known for his role in The Fall of the House of Usher
Episode: 141. The Fall of the House of Usher ft. Rahul Kohli & Andy Grush!
Andy Grush
Composer and member of the Newton Brothers, worked on The Fall of the House of Usher
The Newton Brothers
Episode: 141. The Fall of the House of Usher ft. Rahul Kohli & Andy Grush!

Hosts

Alanah Pearce
Game writer and host; co-host of Play, Watch, Listen; active in game writing and media.
Mike Bithell
Game director and host; co-host; experienced in game development and directing.
Austin Wintory
Co-host and game composer; brings music and narrative insights to episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Audio too quiet

    Really great content, but the audio is rly quiet. I have to get near max volume on my headphones to get around normal hearing level

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sheep.ngl
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great conversations, horrible audio quality

    As a game developer myself, I enjoyed their conversations and insights. However it’s basically ruined by the audio quality of one of the hosts (Mike?). He is very echo-y, hard to understand, and it contrasts poorly with the other hosts (who sound great). At first I thought it was just an issue with the specific episode I started with, but nope, his audio is always bad. So it’s hard to recommend this podcast in its current state.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    greatmario
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not worth your time

    Austin Wintory is the only reason this podcast is worth a listen post Troy Bakers exit. Austin is a fantastic & fascinating host with great insights into the games industry. And that is the only positive thing worth saying about this podcast…

    I just listened to the episode where Alannah & Mike ridiculed those who expressed displeasure with Joanna Dark’s appearance in the new Perfect Dark stating that anyone who didn’t like it “probably has never been close to a woman.” As a female gamer, which ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HopesAria
    United States2 years ago
  • Not worth your time

    Austin Wintory is the only reason this podcast is worth a listen post Troy Bakers exit. Austin is a fantastic & fascinating host with great insights into the games industry. And that is the only positive thing worth saying about this podcast Just listened to the episode where Alannah & Mike ridiculed those who expressed displeasure with Joanna Dark’s appearance in the new Perfect Dark stating that anyone who didn’t like it “probably has never been close to a woman.” As a female gamer, which acco... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HopesAria
    United States2 years ago
  • A big fave

    This podcast is full of such great conversations & insight about the gaming industry, any success is well deserved

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Detective Astronaut
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the group's chemistry and diverse perspectives on games and entertainment.
Fans appreciate behind-the-scenes industry insights and guest contributions, with many enjoying Austin and Troy's input.
Some listeners critique audio quality and derailments, noting consistency issues across episodes.

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180. We're Scared of Early Access
Q: Do you think Early Access allows for better player feedback?
Yes, you can kind of build that in tandem with live feedback from players.
180. We're Scared of Early Access
Q: How do you feel about Early Access as a game developer?
I have been massively annoyed that other people are able to do it for years and I've not been able to.
141. The Fall of the House of Usher ft. Rahul Kohli & Andy Grush!
Q: What was it like working with Mike Flanagan?
Both Rahul and Andy discuss their positive experiences working with Mike, highlighting his creative guidance and collaborative spirit.
151. From Actor to Game Director!
Q: What kept you committed to this project despite skepticism from others?
The drive to tell a personal story and the support from a small team that believed in the vision kept him going.
152. The Fallout TV Show ft. Tim Cain (the creator of Fallout!)
Q: What do you think is the hardest part for them to get right?
Tim Cain discusses the challenge of getting the humor right, emphasizing the need for it not to be too silly or too serious, which he believes they managed well in the show.

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A lively show featuring four perspectives from the games industry, with conversations spanning game development, marketing, music, and broader entertainment topics. Episodes often swing between industry trends, indie to triple-A dynamics, and personal career anecdotes, while occasionally drifting into movie, TV, and tech culture. Notable is the relaxed, banter-driven format where experts share behind-the-scenes stories, ethical questions, and creative processes, which can be both insightful for industry peers and entertaining for general listeners. A strong hook is the mix of practical indie game insights with high-profile career experiences, making it a compelling listen for listeners who enjoy cross-media discussions and candid industry c... more

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