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State of the Arc Podcast

Resonant Arc
Tactics Ogre
Denim
Kachua
Vice
Wallister
Matsuno
Valeria
Jurassic Park
Dinosaurs
Balbatos
Denam
Golgastan
Balmamusa
Philosophy
Galgastan
Vyce
Final Fantasy Tactics
Nostalgia
Ethics In Science
Evolution

Our podcast breaks down the techniques of great storytelling across our favorite games, movies, literature, and music. I also occasionally upload music I've arranged or composed!

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Latest Episodes

If there is no spoon, then what's to keep you from bending it with your mind? Or is it you that bends instead? Here is part 2 of our analysis of That Matrix! Will Neo save the planet? Find out in not this movie but the ones after but this movie is st... more

For this episode, we decided to go back through all of the breadcrumbs left by the storytellers throughout acts 1 and 2. Don't watch this episode if you have not yet gotten to the very start of act 3. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is such a blast to pl... more

What if we're all in The Matrix....? Are we in a simulation? How is the word "simulation" best defined? Thanks for watching, and don't forget to support us on Patreon~ www.patreon.com/resonantarc **We’re Now On Spotify**: open.spotify... more

We play through the end of Act 2 and stop right at the very beginning of Act 3. This is where much of the games mystery is revealed and we can finally talk more openly about what's been going on in this game the whole time. We fight the Paintress and... more

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Recent Guests

Pat Holleman
Author of the Reverse Design series and director of the Indie RPG Quartet.
Indie RPG Quartet
Episode: The History Of JRPGs | Ep.1 | What Was The First JRPG? (Ft. Pat Holleman)
Pat Holloman
Developer at Quartet, previously involved with Xenogears
Quartet
Episode: Should YOU Make A Video Game? | The Realities of Indie Game Development
Chris Guen
Developer of GeoMythica, an action RPG
GeoMythica
Episode: Should YOU Make A Video Game? | The Realities of Indie Game Development
Alan Gabbard
Creative Director of Shrine's Legacy
Positive Concept
Episode: Should YOU Make A Video Game? | The Realities of Indie Game Development
Marcin Paczyński
Senior Business Developer at GOG
GOG
Episode: Preserving Good Old Games | State of the Arc Podcast
Keith Comito
Insights on storytelling and childhood nostalgia with 'The NeverEnding Story'.
Episode: Way Deeper Than You Remember | The NeverEnding Story Analysis | State of the Arc Podcast (Ft. Keith Comito)
Alexander O. Smith
Professional Japanese to English translator and game writer.
Episode: Localization Controversy | A Discussion With Alexander O. Smith | State Of The Arc Podcast
Max Derrat
Fellow YouTuber, video essayist, philosopher, and alchemist
YouTube Channel
Episode: Dev History w/ Max Derrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.1) | State of the Arc Podcast
Coffee Potato
Premier creator for Tactics Ogre on YouTube
Episode: The End w/ @CoffeePotato Ivan @WarrenReport | Tactics Ogre Analysis (FINALE) | State of the Arc

Hosts

Mike
Primary host and co-host known for insightful analysis of storytelling in video games and other media.
Kason
Co-host with a focus on narrative techniques in video games, contributing to in-depth discussions alongside Mike.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • A must for the rpg sickos

    What a great find

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Popo_Nono
    United States23 days ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts

    Incredible in-depth analysis, that gets behind the storytelling and development of video games in an intelligent and beautiful way. Meaningful discussions from people who have a great rhythm and chemistry thanks to their friendship and dedication to the craft of investigating some of the most beloved titles in video games. Always impressed by their take.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EbbySwetty
    Australia2 months ago
  • What a great find!

    Just stumbled across the State of the Arc podcast and completely loaded up my listening backlog. Great, cerebral analysis of different video games/topics, with a heavy FF/RPG focus. An upcoming series of Expedition 33. Love how they get deep into the details in a balanced way.

    These guys are going to keep me busy for a while.

    Love finding a new obsession!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liebd11
    United States2 months ago
  • Wow! Fantastic, in-depth, and media literate discussion

    Probably listened to about 20 episodes or so and mostly pretty recent ones. These guys really try to dive deep and give a proper appreciation and effort to understand these works of art called video games. Their effort and respect given to the art form is very evident and makes this show special. If you’re lucky enough to have them cover your favorite games, you will be struck by their insight and feel joy that someone else is noticing the things you notice after having played your favorite game... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skoooollllll
    United States4 months ago
  • Please don’t stop making podcasts

    I just want to say I resonate with your views, opinions , and life experience as well as video game tastes. Your podcasts are so good. Please don’t stop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ATL0202
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and in-depth analysis of storytelling and game music, praising the hosts for their chemistry and passion for the medium.
Some criticism revolves around apathetic opinions on controversial topics within gaming culture, but this often leads to meaningful debates about ethics and narrative choices.
The overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing their gratitude for the unique insights and the level of respect the hosts display towards video game history and artistry.
Feedback highlights the podcast's ability to bring nostalgia and new understanding to beloved games, marking it as a cherished resource for fans of RPGs and video game narratives.

Chart Rankings

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#114
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Apple Podcasts
#174
Singapore/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#200
Chile/Arts

Talking Points

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BONUS Final Fantasy IX Episode w/ @GamingWithSpoons and @FinalFanTV | FF9 Analysis
Q: What was your experience with Final Fantasy IX?
My recent playthrough hit harder than my first experience, and I've discovered that the themes resonate more deeply with my personal experiences.
Discard your memories of past games | The Philosophy of Mono No Aware | State of the Arc Podcast
Q: Hian, do you want to really quick just kind of talk about what Mono No Aware means, how you came across this philosophy and what it has meant to you and how it prompted this essay that you wrote?
Mono No Aware is a Japanese aesthetic principle that originated in the Heian period, focusing on an emotional appreciation of transience and the fleeting beauty of moments.
Nightmares Exist Outside Of Logic | Alan Wake Analysis: (Ep.2) | State of the Arc Podcast
Q: What can we glean from the significance of the light versus darkness theme in Alan Wake?
The light symbolizes hope and guidance, while darkness represents fear and the unknown, echoing universal struggles with creativity and the unpredictability of life.
Die While You Still Can W/@maxderrat | Planescape Torment Analysis (Ep.2)
Q: What is the significance of the Nameless One's character development throughout the game?
His journey explores deep themes of identity, the nature of self, and the consequences of past lives, asking whether one can be held accountable for actions taken in previous existences.
The Future Of This Podcast
Q: What are the new changes for the podcast?
We're moving to two episodes a week with one focusing on game analysis and the second on broader topics.

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2. Pat Holloman
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4. Alan Gabbard
5. Marcin Paczyński
6. Keith Comito
7. Alexander O. Smith
8. Max Derrat

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