This week we share our first impression of Ubisoft's new game Far Cry 6. We are all still actively playing it and are not finished, but we wanted to talk about our first impressions. We will also be having a conversation after we complete our playthroughs.What We're Playing:Far Cry 6 Halo Infinite Beta Kena: Bridge of Spirits FFXIV Pokemon UniteDivinity Original Sin 2 CoD: Black Ops Cold War *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Fifty Words for RainOur Stories Carried Us HereSix of CrowsWhat We're Drinking:Cherry Kool-AidCoffee with Bailey'sPineapple Monster and Coconut Rum

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Episode 223: Back to Yara: Far Cry 6 First Impressions

This week we talking about the games that we saw at Gamescom. What we're excited about, what we're waiting to hear more about, and beyond. Episode is a little delayed so sorry folks!! What We're Playing:CoD Vanguard Beta Divinity Original Sin 2 State of Decay 2 Valheim Kena: Bridge of Spirits Staxel FFXIV Where's Samantha?*Deep Rock Galactic Luigis MansionOperation Tango *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Fifty Words for RainSolutions and Other ProblemsSix of Crows What We're Drinking:Black Cherry ShastaGuinnessAce Pineapple Cider

Episode 222: Directly Nintendo: Let's Talk the Nintendo Direct

This week we talking about the games that we saw at Gamescom. What we're excited about, what we're waiting to hear more about, and beyond. Episode is a little delayed so sorry folks!! What We're Playing:Starwars SquadronsFinal Fantasy XIVDeep Rock GalacticStardew ValleyPhasmophobiaValheimBoyfriend DungeonPokemon UniteIslandersKitaria Fables* *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Shadow and Bone TrilogyLooking for Group (Web Comic)The Old GuardThe Umbrella AcademyBlack Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse What We're Drinking:Fruit Punch Capri SunGolden Roads: Mango CartLoves Me Not Rose

Episode 221: Let's Talk Gamescom 2021

This week we sit down with Courtney Craven (@cyclopediabrain), the co-founder of Can I Play That? (caniplaythat.com) to talk about how CIPT (@caniplaythat) started, where it is now, and where they see it going in the future. They are doing so much amazing work in the area of accessibility and you should definitely check out this episode! What We're Playing:Microsoft Flight SimulatorFinal Fantasy XIVPokemon UniteMonster Hunter Stories 2Splitgate Deep Rock GalacticStardew ValleyFall GuysRed Dead Redemption 2MinecraftFallout 76Crusader Kings IIIDon't Starve Together *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Odds Against by Dick FrancisBlack Sun by Rebecca RoanhorseSiege and Storm by Leigh Bardugo Legendborn by Tracy DeonnAnd Now I Spill the Family Secrets by Margaret Kimball What We're Drinking:Moscato and Diet Vernors (not together)Chamomile TeaBig Hazy Wolf Mango Wheat AleSprite

Episode 220: Can I Play That?: A Conversation on Games and Accessibility with Courtney Craven

Yes, we are a little behind, but having a bit of a break for the summer was great and gave us a chance to get rejuvenated! What We're Playing:Final Fantasy VIIRTools Up!Moving Out!Final Fantasy XIVOvercooked: All You Can Eat*Far Cry 5Rain On Your ParadeBuilding Have Feeling TooPokemon SnapBeasts of Maravilla Island*Legend of Mana*Geminose*Hokko Life*Biomutant*Ratchet and ClankScarlet Nexus *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Luster by Raven LelaniAmari and the Night Brothers by B.B. AlstonOne Last Stop by Casey McQuistonWhat We're Drinking:Red Trolley AleJack and the coveted Diet Pepsi

Episode 219: (We're Back!) E3 Had Us Feeling Some Kind Of Ways

This week we are kicking back and having a chill discussion about the games that we've just been playing for ourselves. What We're Playing: Phasmophobia Fall Guys Fortnite SoD2 Left 4 Dead 2 The Walking Dead WoWD&DDivinity 2Remnant From the Ashes Trine 4 Rival Restaurants Valhiem Monster Hunter World Spiderman Remaster Crooks Like Us* Magic Twins* Littlewood Stardew Valley FFXIV *Code Provided for streaming purposesWhat We're Reading:Luster by Raven LeilaniLegendborn by Tracy Deonn Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro Romance of the Three KingdomsWhat We're Drinking:McKenzie's Black Cherry Hard CiderGuinnessOhza Classic Mimosa

Episode 218: What Are We Playing?

This week we talk about experience playing Cyberpunk 2077 (on PS4, Xbox Series X, and PC). We are specifically saying that this is not a review because we have not finished the game in its entirety. NB: As a kind of carbon offset the cost of the game was donated to queer and trans specific charities to account for the purchase of the game which promotes racist, homophobic, and transphobic characterizations. What We're Playing: Cyberpunk 2077Fenyx Immortals Rising Ghost of Tsushima PhasmophobiaMiles MoralesAstro's Playroom JudgementSackboy: A Big AdventureBalan Wonderworld (demo)What We're Reading:Legendborn by Tracy DeonnCemetery Boys by Aiden ThomasSuch a Fun Age by Kiley ReidCirce by Madeline Miller What We're Drinking:Coke w/ Spiced Rum Whiskey GingerOhza Classic Bellini

Episode 217: Cyberpunk'ed 2077: A Rant, Not a Review

This week we welcome back eight of our NYMG fam from the past to talk about our time here. There is lots of laughter and lots of tears. Grab a drink and a box of Kleenex. (Rest in Peace, Charlotte Hyde. You are missed today and everyday.)What We're Playing: Fenyx Immortals Rising For the King Hades PhasmophobiaMiles MoralesAstro's PlayroomWhat We're Reading:Speak (Graphic Novel)Cemetery BoysWhat We're Drinking:Fireball + Apple Cider Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano D'abruzzoOhza Classic Bellini

Episode 216: It's Been 10 Years: NYMG Reunion

This week we talk gift giving ideas. So whether you are looking to buy something for the winter holidays or just because we have some ideas for you. We had fun recording this one and we hope that you have listening to it. What We're Playing:Immortals Fenyx Rising*Black Ops: Cold War*Bugsnax*Sakuna: Of Rice and RuinSplatoon 2Pandemic Legacy Season 2Hyrule WarriorsFire Emblem WarriorsDungeons and DragonsSea of ThievesWorld of Warcraft *Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased. What We're Reading:Black Sun by Rebecca RoanhorseA Memory Called Empire by Arkady MartineShrill by Lindy West What We're Drinking:Sky Patrol winter wheat ale by Brewery Vivant Fever Tree Ginger Beer and Jack DanielsTazo Earl Grey teaGift idea links at http://www.nymgamer.com/?p=18277Corkcicle Tumblers and CanteensEtsy Craft KitsEtsy MasksPhasmophobiaAzul: Summer PavilionSamsung Curved MonitorDice Advent Calendar (Etsy)BMO Switch Holder (Etsy)Switch Keychains (Etsy)Pet Toy: Airbender GliderGameboy Cat ScratcherCatnip Lightsaber (Etsy)Avatar Planter (Etsy)Among Us Planter (Etsy)Pokemon-esque Planter (Etsy)Last Airbender PlanterPlaystation VRRitual Motion Gamer Gloves (Affiliate Link)Logitech Pro X Headset (Affiliate Link)Astro Headsets

Episode 215: Let Us Have Nice Things: 2020 Gift Giving Guide

This week we talk about the latest installment in the The Dark Pictures Anthology, Little Hope by Supermassive Games. Is there hope? Will it live up to our expectations? And just for fun there is a spoiler segment after the main podcast! Have fun!What We're Playing:The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little HopeBugsnax *Pikmin 3Unrailed *MaroonersDarksiders GenesisPhasmophobiaWorld of Warcraft*Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased. What We're Reading:A Discovery of Witches by Deborah HarknessQueen's Gambit by Walter TevisSlayer by Kierstan WhiteCemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas What We're Drinking:Kings of Prohibition Cab/Shiiraz blendCalifornia Roots MoscatoApple Cider with dark rum and cinnamon schnapps

Episode 214: Oh Ye of Little Hope: Let's Talk About The Dark Pictures: Little Hope

This week we talk to Amanda Gardner, the narrative director at The Deep End Games about their new project, Romancelvania over on Kickstarter.What We're Playing:Fall GuysStar Wars SquadronPandemic Legacy Season 2Nexomon Extinction*Genshin ImpactLittle Big Workshop*Going Under*WarframeWorld of Warcraft *Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased. What We're Reading:A Discovery of Witches by Deborah HarknessDread Nation by Justina IrelandWe Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley JacksonGaming Sexism by Amanda CoteIntersectional Tech by Kishonna GrayInto the Motherland (TTRPG Campaign) What We're Drinking:A Mid-Winter's Night Dram (bourbon)Ace Pear CiderWhiskey Ginger Barefoot CabernetImportant links:Romancelvania http://www.thedeependgames.com/Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thedeependgames/romancelvania

Episode 213: Romancelvania: A Conversation with Amanda Gardner

This week are the next gen console release dates are looming we talk about what we're excited for, what frustrates us, and more! What We're Playing:FFXIVFall GuysDungeons and DragonsAmong UsCraftopiaEco*Genshin ImpactJenny LeClue*Mario 3D All-StarsRPG MAker MXWorld of WarcraftWhat We're Reading:Dread Nation by Justina IrelandThe Devil All the Time by Donald Ray Pollock Shadow of Kyoshi by F.C. YeeAn Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa TahirWhat We're Drinking:Vandermill Totally RoastedBravazzi Hard Italian Soda (Grapefruit) Barefoot Cabernet*Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased.

Episode 212: Last Gen, Next Gen: Same Tune?

This week we talk with Jo Gautier, Art Director at Thunder Lotus Games about their new game Spiritfarer (2020), a cozy management game about dying. We talk about hugging mechanics, consent, working from home and more in this amazing conversation. What We're Playing:SpiritfarerGarden StoryA Short HikeFFXIVMarvel Avengers*Dying LightJourney to the Savage PlanetFall GuysDungeons and DragonsWhat We're Reading:Dread Nation by Justina IrelandIntersectional Tech by Kishonna L. GrayRise of Kyoshi by F.C. YeeShadow of Kyoshi by F.C. YeeWhat We're Drinking:CoffeeAce Pineapple CiderCabernetWater

Episode 211: Spiritfarer: A Cozy Conversation About Dying with Jo Gautier (Thunder Lotus Games)

This week we talk with Dr. Amanda Phillips (Georgetown University), author of Gamer Trouble: Feminist Confrontations in Digital Culture about games, feminism, and getting in trouble.What We're Playing:Overcooked 2AC OdysseyBinding of IsaacOobletsStory of SeasonsGroundedFFXIVThe Sims 4InflictionMan of MedanUntil DawnGhost of TsushimaBlackout ClubHunt: ShowdownWe Were Here TogetherWhat We're Reading:Gamer Trouble, of course!What We're Drinking:Homemade Pineapple ShandyCiderboys LimencelloBrewery Vivant's Tropical SaisonBarefoot Cab

Episode 210: Gamer Trouble, A Conversation with Amanda Phillips

This week Sam and Jordyn talk about larger vs smaller game experiences and the future of "next gen" gaming.What We're Playing:Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town (Remake) Ooblets (Early Access) Diablo III Overcooked 2Minecraft Dungeons Borderlands 3 FFXIVWhat We're Reading:We're ashamed to admit itWhat We're Drinking:Coke Energy and Jack DanielsBarefoot Sangria

Episode 209: How Big Is Your Experience?: The Future of "Next Gen" Gaming

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