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A weekly show from the authors of ExperiencePoints.net. Each episode we will have an in depth conversation on a particular video game related topic.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes819Founded17 years ago
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Latest Episodes

We are back with our 800th (numbered) episode! This week on the show, we celebrate the only way we know how - talking about video games. This time we round out the Polaris List with debrief on Slay the Spire and Outer Wilds, then go for a ride with D... more

We couldn't let March pass us by without doing our annual Journey debrief! We're well over a decade of debriefs on this game and it's very much become a symbol in my year. Forget about New Year's Eve; my year hasn't truly begun until I've made the tr... more

Won't someone think of the children!? This week on the EXP Podcast we open up a loot box and discover both misguided and righteous regulatory attention. And here I was hoping for a Switch 2.

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- "PEGI Revises its age ratings," via Game ... more

This week, we talk about Microsoft's rumblings about their next console and how Sony is rumored to be staying far away from those tremors. But what will it all mean in thousands of years? Perhaps some far-future technology will be able to piece toget... more

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Wonderful podcast

    The only podcast I’ll religiously listen to without ever missing one - 7 years and counting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jjj1511
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great insight, hilarious, geeky

    Very interesting and in-depth podcast about games, game communities, game mechanics, and the game industry. I look forward to this every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RicksterBster
    United States7 years ago
  • One of the best gaming podcasts out there

    I’ve been listening for about a year and a half now, and I’ve got to say these guys are criminally underrated.

    Their debriefs, even if I don’t agree with many of them, are very well thought out and often lead to you having a better understanding about what works/what didn’t in a game. For example, their breath of the wild debriefs were incredibly funny and engaging, and underscored what made that game so special. Their weekly discussion topics are refreshing to listen to as opposed the usual n... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ratak06
    United States8 years ago
  • Great gaming discussion

    EXP is always a treat to listen to. At the start of the episode, I don't know whether I get a thoughtful review, a nostalgic trip, or a hilarious debate, but it is always a good time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ches | +7 Intelligence
    United States9 years ago
  • Enjoyable and insightful

    I've been listening for I think a couple of years now. Always fun and insightful, the kind of podcast where I wish I could sit down with the hosts and continue the discussion after the episode. Also a good way to get the gist of what's happening in some of the genres and consoles that I'm not active in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scrumbly
    United States9 years ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and thoughtful, well‑researched analysis.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Experience Points Podcast

What is The Experience Points Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on in‑depth, thoughtful discussions about video games, gaming culture, and industry trends. Across recent episodes, topics include regulatory questions around monetization and consumer protection, hardware and platform shifts, game design debates, and the evolving ways players experience and discuss games. The hosts blend clear analysis with humor, often focusing on why certain mechanics, narratives, or business moves resonate with players and what they mean for developers and families alike. A notable strength is the “serious but not humorless” tone, which makes dense topics approachable without sacrificing insight, and a consistent focus on design, culture, and the broader impact of gaming.

Listeners tend to value rigor... more

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