In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss the latest indie, lesbian, road-trip RPG: Get In The Car, Loser. We cover the game's use of FFXIII-inspired combat mechanics, it's unique leveling system, and its economy before delving into a spoiler-filled breakdown of its very contemporary story.  If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

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Episode 159: You Really Need To Get In The Car, Loser

In this episode Gino, Em, and Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED- discuss Jacob's Ladder, the film that inspired many of the environmental, tonal, and character decisions of the Silent Hill franchise in anticipation of playing Silent Hill 2. We discuss the film's use of religious symbolism, government conspiracy, and temporal confusion to craft a uniquely unsettling horror film. We wrap up with a cautionary tale about the 2019 remake. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Deep Dive: Jacob's Ladder

In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss The Artful Escape. We cover the game's decision to keep gameplay light and consequence free. We also examine how that choice allows the game to focus on expressiveness, visuals, and audio quality. We wrap up by discussing how the game can be read as a trans journey and how each of our characters grew into themselves. You can read the article we discussed in the show here: https://www.thegamer.com/the-artful-escape-trans-queer/ If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Episode 158: The Artful Escape of the Cheeky Lil Butter Boy

Jeff, Braden, Chris, and special community guest RekiWylls convene to discuss... well, several things. But primarily fan translation. We take stabs at three community efforts: Bahamut Lagoon, Arabian Nights, and Soma Bringer. We also get into a proper fight over Mario RPGs, for some reason! This one goes places. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Off the Deep End Episode 10 - Fan Translation Roundup

In this episode Gino, Pete, Em, and Noelle discuss Psychonauts 2. We cover the game's depiction of mental health, trauma, and various mental conditions. We spoil the whole darn thing, so play it before you listen if you want to save some surprises! If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Episode 157: Psychonauts 2 is The Haunting of Hill House of Collectathons

In this episode Gino, Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED- and Jeff Rud discuss Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV and A King's Tale: Final Fantasy XV. We rank this mediocre movie and unimpressive beat 'em up amongst our Ranking of Fantasies and ponder how the hell Kingsglaive even came to be.   If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Final Fantasy XV, No, Not That One, The Tie In Ones

In this episode Gino, Em, and Pete discuss G-String, a cyberpunk shooter that was 10 plus years in the making. We discuss G-String's origins as a Half-Life 2 mod and its winding road to completion. We talk about the game's strong setting and vistas as well as its confounding level design. We wrap up by talking about the importance of scoping projects and the pitfalls that occur when a small team takes on too much work. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens 

Episode 156: G String is Not About Underwear

In this episode Gino and RVA Returner John Schreiner discuss Opus XIV of the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game! We discuss multicolor cards, the best cards of each element, and the cards that we're most excited to build around.   You can find the RVA Returners here: https://returnersfftcg.com/   And you can join the Returners Discord here: https://discord.gg/tDq3MDQ   If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Listen to the Fantasy: Opus XIV

In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Afterparty! We cover the game's odd relationship with booze, fuzzy morality, and mundane vision of the afterlife. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens 

Episode 155: Afterparty Is Sending Us Mixed Signals

Jeff, Braden, and Chris have polished off Grandia II! We've seen things you wouldn't believe! A robot that learns how to love! Low resolution drawings of Ghidora! So many pillars of AoE fire! Will it be enough to unseat Xenosaga Episode 1 as our favorite RPG? Find out here! Special thanks to SUPERSEX420 for the podcast theme music, "Halfway". Find more SUPERSEX420 tracks on Bandcamp. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Off The Deep End Episode 9 - Granda II Pt. 3

In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Persona 4 from Rise's dungeon to Naoto's dungeon. We discuss the game's handling of angsty teens, gender identity, and true friendships. We then fast forward through the end game because Persona 4's gameplay does not entertain over 80 hours anymore.  If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens 

Episode 154: Persona 4 How About Some More- Part 2

In this episode Gino and Em speak to mix master 2 Mello about his new album, Sounds of Tokyo-To Future, and the first single from the album, Rave Shit. We discuss the song, the music video, and production of the album overall. We're really excited about the production on this episode as well! You can watch the Rave Shit music video here. You can find Mello's music at https://2mellomakes.bandcamp.com/ If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens  

Deep Interview: Talking Rave Shit and Sounds of Tokyo-To Future with 2 Mello

Those rascally RPG devotees of the burning American West are back once again with more Grandia II, discussing the broad middle of the game. Has the combat held up its end of the bargain, or are we left hoping for anime bullshit to pull us through to the end? Find out here! Also enjoy updates on our Deep Listens Family streaming efforts, and an impromptu review of Roadrunner. Special thanks to SUPERSEX420 for the podcast theme music, "Halfway". Find more SUPERSEX420 tracks on Bandcamp. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Off The Deep End Ep. 8 - Granda II Pt. 2

In this episode Gino, Pete, and Em discuss Persona 4 from the outset to the end of Kanji's dungeon. We discuss what holds up, what doesn't, and Freud. Get Bent with us! If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

Episode 153: Persona 4 How About Some More- Part 1

In this episode Gino, Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED, and Jeff discuss Final Fantasy XIV: Dad of Light. We cover the show's generic J-Drama plot, how it uses FFXIV, and how it blends a big ol' ad with an actual TV show. We wrap things up by placing the show on our definitive Ranking of Fantasies. If you've been enjoying the podcast, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/DeepListens

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A bi-weekly video game book club that takes a deep look at one game every episode. We discuss the literary elements, philosophical ideas, and game design decisions that make games great while keeping things funny and friendly. Tune in for some close readings of your favorite games! Email us at thatpinguino@gmail.com

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