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Indie Games
Don't Starve Together
Sable
Crosscode
Mega Man
Journey
Slay the Princess
Shady Part Of Me
Gravity Circuit
Flower
Human Fall Flat
Coffee Talk Episode 2, Hibiscus & Butterfly
Sludge Life 2
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair
Dorfromantik
Blue Prince
Rogue Legacy
1000 Times Resist
Playstation 5

On Underplayed, Bo_Po and DiscoCola review indie games of all kinds—the games with small budgets but big hearts, the lesser-known experiences with imaginative ideas. A typical episode has two main segments: first, we each reveal and review a game we've been playing in secret; then, we have an in-depth discussion on a prestigious title within the indie landscape.

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Another season, another season finale. After 30 more games, it's time to look back before looking ahead.

This is Underplayed, where Bo_Po and DiscoCola review indie games of all kinds!

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00:00 - Start

6:38 - Reflecting on Season 9

1:41:07 ... more

For the last featured game of the first omnibus of our show, we're making our way through sands and lost ruins toward a mountain that has captivated players from all over the globe. What's one more journey, eh?

This is Underplayed, where Bo_Po and D... more

A bustling city, an open window, a flower pot, and a dream: these are the ingredients which make up one of PlayStation's legacy indies, and we touch grass to ride the wind once more.

This is Underplayed, where Bo_Po and DiscoCola review indie games ... more

Like two Tallbirds staring into the middle distance, we gawk at the vastness of the Constant and all its strange secrets. We seriously don't know what we're doing, but heck it, we'll do it together.

This is Underplayed, where Bo_Po and DiscoCola rev... more

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Recent Guests

Jacob McCourt
Host of Left Behind Game Club and Crossplay Conversations; met at PAX East; video game trivia showman
Left Behind Game Club / Crossplay Conversations
Episode: 099 - Reflecting on Season 9 & Planning Season 10
Flora Merigold
Editor-in-Chief, Epilogue Gaming; Host of Left Behind Game Club
Epilogue Gaming; Left Behind Game Club
Episode: 097 - ILA: A Frosty Glide, Copycat, & Flower (Guest: Flora Merigold of Epilogue Gaming and Left Behind Game Club)
Max Petroff
Creator of Croak, WoodRunner Games
WoodRunner Games
Episode: Bonus - PAX East 2026
Daniel Stankiewicz
Developer at Team Crescendo
Team Crescendo
Episode: Bonus - PAX East 2026
Brian Clarke
Developer of Paranormal Activity Threshold
Paramount / Dread XP
Episode: Bonus - PAX East 2026
Jack Perkins
Co-founder / Gameplay designer
Crystal Mansers / Vania Games
Episode: Bonus - PAX East 2026
Dave Jackson
Tales from the Backlog host
Tales from the Backlog
Episode: 088 - Reflecting on Season 8 & Planning Season 9
Jenny Olander
Co-host of Lavender Hill
KZUM (local radio)
Episode: 088 - Reflecting on Season 8 & Planning Season 9
Neha Patel
Composer and sound designer for many games
Venba, Thousand Hells, Eternites, All Will Rise
Episode: 088 - Reflecting on Season 8 & Planning Season 9

Hosts

Bo Po
Host of Underplayed; long-running indie-game reviewer and conversational partner in deep-dive discussions.
DiscoCola
Co-host of Underplayed; frequent foil and enthusiastic explainer in conversations about indie games and community humor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Your accountant may raise concerns …

    … about the spike in your indie video game expenditure.

    It’s important that you ignore that boring naysayer, and continue to grow your wishlist & library as you listen to Bo Po and Disco Cola’s sincere & insightful reviews. Nurture your joy in a beloved hobby in the company of two people with an infectious shared enthusiasm for it. Listen to new episodes while you play games from seasons past. Risk the subliminal messaging by falling asleep to their dulcet tones. You’re an adult, don’t let any... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    punnybusiness
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • All the info

    Never meet these two before but love the all of the info and camaraderie.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jlid1234
    United States3 years ago

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Balanced critiques that respect small-budget titles and big ideas alike.
Guests provide fresh perspectives and practical insights for aspiring creators.
Engaging hosts with infectious enthusiasm for indie games.
Great for listeners who want thoughtful context around indie game development and community impact.

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095 - One Night Stand, Demon Tides, & Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly (Guest: Jenny Olander of KZUM's Lavender Hill)
Q: What are your overall feelings about Coffee Talk Episode 2, Hibiscus & Butterfly?
The episode presenter expresses mixed feelings, praising the sequel for its deeper branching, stronger writing, and richer character dynamics, while noting some frustrations with navigating and achieving all endings and with certain storylines feeling siloed. Overall, it's seen as a strong, more ambitious follow-up with meaningful improvements over Coffee Talk 1.
086 - LunarLux, The Room 4: Old Sins, & CrossCode (Guest: Brian of Protodude's Rockman Corner)
Q: What drew you to CrossCode and why did you pick it from the list?
Brian was drawn to CrossCode due to its 'offline MMO' premise reminiscent of .hack, and its strong resemblance to the feel of classic online RPGs, which aligned with his nostalgia and interest in Mega Man-inspired, mechanically rich games.
094 - Enjoy the Diner, Birth, & Coffee Talk (Guest: Jenny Olander of KZUM's Lavender Hill)
Q: What drew you to Coffee Talk as a featured game and as a series entry?
Jenny explains it stood out as an accessible, widely-liked indie title with strong character writing and a relatable vibe, even for players who don't usually read visual novels.
098 - Lost Ember, Arco, & Journey (Guest: Jacob Price of The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast and So Many Games)
Q: What are your overall thoughts on Journey given you approached it with a fresh perspective?
The guest finds Journey visually stunning and conceptually ambitious but notes the narrative is deliberately sparse, allowing players to fill gaps with their own interpretations; he acknowledges both its poetic potential and its subjective clarity, depending on whether players focus on memory cues, environmental storytelling, or the emotional resonance of the journey.
089 - Season: A Letter to the Future, Wheel World, & Wanderstop (Guest: Neha Patel)
Q: Why Wanderstop from the list?
Neha chose Wanderstop for its thematic depth, music, and audio design, feeling it resonated with her current life and work.

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- A thoughtfully-curated indie game discussion show where two hosts reveal secret picks and then breakdown a high-profile indie title with deep-dive analysis and personal anecdotes. The format consistently pairs fresh, lesser-known experiences with celebratory, long-form conversations about standout indie releases, designer intent, and community impact. The mix tends to attract listeners who enjoy nuanced critique, behind-the-scenes industry context, and recommendations across a wide range of indie genres. A notable strength is the hosts' comfort with pairing intimate storytelling, thoughtful critique, and community-focused perspectives, which often leads to balanced reviews and engaging guest conversations.

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