No Small Games (Kate Hunter & Emily Merritt)
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| 31 Oct 2024 | Ep. 34 - The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood | 01:58:28 | |
In The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, developed by Deconstructeam and published by Devolver Digital, you play as Fortuna, a witch who has been banished to one thousand years of isolation on her asteroid home. In a moment of desperation, Fortuna makes the dangerous and illegal decision to summon the behemoth Abramar. Abramar presents her with an opportunity for freedom, and also a heavy cost. Through this new partnership, Fortuna also learns to craft a new deck of power divination cards, which you will get to wield as you read into the future of your friends, acquaintances, and allies. In episode 34 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss their experience playing the interactive fiction title, The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood. You'll learn who connected most to this story, and to which characters. The two compare notes on their deckbuilding strategies and how they chose to build their divination cards. Most importantly, you'll find out what fates befell Fortuna in each of their (drastically different) playthroughs. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:20:10 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:26:00 - The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood Discussion 01:35:50- The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood Spoilers 01:45:30 - Game Ratings 01:52:00 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 03 Oct 2024 | Ep. 32 - Vampire Therapist feat. Cyrus Nemati, Little Bat Games | 02:36:53 | |
Vampire Therapist is a narrative adventure where you play as a vampire-cowboy therapist-in-training, and is the debut title from Little Bat Games. You play as Sam Walls, American cowboy, traveling to Germany in search of your new mentor, Andromachos. Andromachos intends to teach Sam the ways of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and start him on his way to helping many other vampires on their mental health journeys. We laughed, we cried, and we learned a heck of a lot about ourselves and the funny ways vampires (and humans) think! In Episode 32 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily break down their experiences and takeaways from playing Vampire Therapist. Turns out, a game about therapy is a powerful concept, and both hosts had pretty profound experiences playing this very unique game. A special game requires a special episode, so stay tuned through the end for a special interview with Cyrus Nemati, the Creative Director of Little Bat Games, and the primary developer of Vampire Therapist! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:40 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:14:55 - Vampire Therapist Discussion 01:35:30 - Game Ratings 01:41:00 - One Small Thing 01:50:25 - Next Episode's Game Announcement 01:52:00 - Interview with Cyrus Nemati, Creative Director of Little Bat Games Meet our Guest Cyrus Nemati (he/him) @ahoymehearties Cyrus Nemati is the Creative Director for Little Bat Games, he is a writer and voice actor with a background in marketing, PR, and advocacy. He is a self proclaimed “ridiculous voice actor” and is most known for his roles in Hades, by Supergiant Games. He was also the primary developer of Vampire Therapist, and we loved getting to learn more from him about the game and his creative process. Learn more about Little Bat Games: Website Steam Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | Ep. 6 - Stories Untold feat. Krysta Hope | 01:59:20 | |
Experience the tug of nostalgia but be careful, sinister truths await you in the hearts of the analog devices in Stories Untold... Developed by No Code and published by Devolver Digital, Stories Untold is an experimental narrative-driven horror game, told over the course of 4 distinct episodes. In the sixth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily welcome their first ever special guest, Krysta Hope aka HopingForHorrror, to chat about and review Stories Untold. The three discuss their history with the horror genre, what their boundaries are, and what scares them the most. Join the No Small Games hosts and special guest for thoughtful discussions, lots of laughs, and Siri-induced jumpscares. Episode Timecodes
Meet our Guest Krysta Hope, your favorite final girl, is a horror content creator bringing cute and creepy vibes to your timeline! In her videos, she features horror video games, movies, TV and other media. Best of all, Krysta always brings her thoughtful and witty HopingForHorror-brand perspective to the horror space. Follow Krysta on the following platforms: Keep in touch with us on social media:
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| 30 May 2024 | Ep. 25 - Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley | 01:20:10 | |
Snufkin returns after a long winter away, only to discover all is not well in Moominvalley... The musical adventure, Snufkin: Memory of Moominvalley by Hyper Games, opens with Snufkin's return, and his single-minded desire to reconnect with his dear friend Moomintroll. During the Moomins' winter hibernation, many changes have impacted the valley. The river has run dry, the grass has wilted, and odd police-ridden parks have cropped up. Guide Snufkin on his journey to find his friend, and restore the valley to its natural beauty, using only your musical instruments to pave the way. Join Kate and Emily for episode 25 of No Small Games for their Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley review and recap. Not only will you hear about the game, but Kate has brought some super valuable research on the origins of the Moomins! You'll also hear Kate and Emily discuss the gorgeous scenery and music, plus their thoughts on the plots and message behind this serene and cozy indie game. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:09 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:15:03 - Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley Discussion 01:12:54 - Game Ratings 01:15:40 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 14 Nov 2024 | Ep. 35 - Little Kitty Big City feat. OlivesCrossing | 01:27:04 | |
Little Kitty Big City is an open world adventure game where you play as a small house cat who has fallen off of their cozy window perch and finds themselves on the streets of the big city. You have to get home, but the climb back up to your perch seems so daunting! But thankfully there are unexpected friends awaiting you in the urban sprawl. With the help of Crow, Tanuki, and a cast of other cute and quirky creatures, can you make it back home? In Episode 35 of No Small Games, OlivesCrossing joins Kate and Emily to talk about Little Kitty Big City. The three share their favorite characters to befriend and talk about what their cat personality was in the game. Most importantly, you'll hear about their favorite hats! We hope you love this cute and cozy chat. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:36 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:11:00 - Meet Our Guest - OlivesCrossing 00:20:55 - Little Kitty Big City Discussion 01:13:00 - Game Ratings 01:17:15 - One Small Thing 01:25:45 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Meet our Guest Olive (she/her) @OlivesCrossing Olive is a cozy, community-focused content creator. She streams Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley, Sims 4, Palia and the occasional other cozy game title. She first streamed in 2020 and has built a lovely and welcoming community across her Twitch and Discord spaces. She’s also a big fan of Twilight, Gordon Ramsey, and her cat, named Kitty. Follow Olive on the following platforms: Twitch YouTube Twitter TikTok Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 31 May 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - May 2024 | 01:41:12 | |
Introducing No Small Games' Indie Game Roundup!! A new monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demo and new release discussions. This first installment of Indie Game Roundup is almost as jampacked with indie game news from May 2024 as the month itself! Once a month we'll now be featuring all the news that's fit to print about the games and demos we've been playing, indie game events and more! This month we're discussing the super stacked lineup of indie game releases including Hades 2, Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, Little Kitty Big City and so many more. Plus, Kate and Emily share about the game demos they've been playing, and chat about the big game events coming up in June! PLUS, we're announcing some HUGE podcast news! We've started a Patreon!! If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. Featured Indie Game Demos
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| 29 Oct 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - October 2024 | 01:52:04 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
If you can believe it, another Steam Next Fest has come and gone. In this installment of the Indie Game Roundup, we're talking demos and discussing the October Steam Next Fest, which took place from October 14-21 and featured over 2600 game demos. We noticed a palpable difference between the fall event and the most recent previous Next Fest in June, and compared notes on these differences, as well as our favorite demos! Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:00 - Steam Next Fest Impressions 00:11:45 - Demos 01:32:38 - Full Releases Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 01 Sep 2023 | Bonus - Happy Birthday Ooblets! | 01:03:30 | |
Wishing Ooblets 1.0 a very happy one-year anniversary!!
The quirky, colorful, farming sim, creature collector, card game adventure Ooblets first release in early access in July 2020. Since then, the game has evolved, grown, and developer Glumberland released the official 1.0 version of the game on September 1, 2022. In the last few years, Ooblets has touched the hearts and ignited the imaginations of many players, including both No Small Games hosts, Kate and Emily!
This bonus episode is a love letter to Ooblets. From the cute, funky little Ooblets and their slick dance moves, to the off-beat and relatable townspeople of Badgetown, Kate and Emily chat their favorite elements of the game.
Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro & Fall Season Announcement 00:12:12 - Ooblets Game Discussion 00:59:10 - Wrap-up Keep in touch with us on social media:Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 02 May 2024 | Ep. 23 - En Garde! | 01:25:15 | |
There is no problem too great for the sword of Adalia de Volador... except maybe her annoying brother and witty crush! En Garde! is a swashbuckling action adventure game with a huge helping of flourish and panache. Players fight their way through the story as vigilante hero Adalia de Volador as she tries to foil the evil Count Duke's schemes. The combat is smooth, approachable and delightfully playful. In Episode 23, Kate and Emily are parrying, riposting, and dodging their way through this review of En Garde!, developed by Fireplace Games. You'll hear the two discuss their theories about the game's geographical setting, their favorite slapstick combat moves, and much more! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:13:40 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:20:20 - En Garde! Game Discussion 01:12:00 - Game Ratings 01:17:20 - Next Episode's Game Announcement 01:20:40 - Kate & Emily's One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 09 Jan 2025 | Ep. 38 - Selfloss | 01:30:27 | |
Selfloss, developed by Goodwin Games, is an emotional action adventure game where we play as Kazimir, an old man who has found himself caught in between life and the beyond. As he moves through the purgatory he finds himself in, you must help him clear an infectious miasma that threatens this world. You also encounter a cast of friendly (or at least non-threatening) characters who are in need of Kazimir's healing abilities. Kazimir has been tasked with performing the ritual of Selfloss for anyone who needs it: helping these characters pay respect to their lost loved ones, and helping them to move on into the beyond. This is a beautiful and somber exploration of how we process grief. In episode 38 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss their experience playing the melancholy adventure game, Selfloss. First and foremost, you'll learn what whale they would both be if they were whales (it's relevant, we swear). The two also discuss their impression of the mechanics of Kazimir's all-in-one magical staff, and the combat in the game. You'll also hear their thoughts on the striking art and music that creates this world that Kazimir moves through. We hope you enjoy! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:38 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:10:49 - Selfloss Discussion 01:18:41 - Game Ratings 01:24:37 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 23 Mar 2023 | Welcome to No Small Games (coming April 6) | 00:01:09 | |
No Small Games is a new indie game recap and review podcast hosted by Kate and Emily! You may know them online as Katerblossom and aSpecificEgg! Kate and Emily met while streaming on Twitch, and bonded over their interest in astrology, their eclectic careers and their love of indie video games. In each Episode of No Small Games, the two will be discussing a different indie game that they each played separately. They’ll be comparing their experiences: the good, the bad, their most memorable moments of their playthroughs. At the end of each episode, they’ll announce their next game, which they encourage you to play along with them. You can think of it as an indie game book club! No Small Games premieres its first episode on April 6th, covering the game point-and-click puzzler Later Alligator! | |||
| 19 Sep 2024 | Ep. 31 - Cozy Caravan feat. Esnueil | 02:22:50 | |
Depart on a heartwarming and homey adventure with your bestie Bubba in Cozy Caravan. This chill management sim, developed by 5 Lives Studios, entered Early Access in May 2024. In this game, you'll travel around an adorable and picturesque countryside in a bee-drawn caravan, taking in the sights and helping out the local townsfolk. In Episode 31 of No Small Games, Esnueil (or Essy, for shot) joins Kate and Emily to talk about Cozy Caravan, the very first Early Access game covered int he podcast. They discuss their likes and dislikes among the unique and innovative features of this management sim game. A striking resemblance to a certain 2023 cozy life sim brings up some unpleasant memories for the three. You'll also get to hear the group share their thoughts on the premise of Early Access at a high level. We hope you love this season opener for Cozy Fall! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:50 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:10:45 - Meet Our Guest - Esnueil 00:23:10 - Cozy Caravan Discussion 02:04:05 - Game Ratings 02:14:15 - One Small Thing 02:21:20 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Meet our Guest Esnueil (she/her) @Esnueil A storyteller, singer, & inclusive cozy creative. Esnueil (or Essy for short) is a variety streamer, who plays a wide range of cozy games and game demos, including many indie games. She is also a musician, and you will regularly find her singing and playing the guitar for her lovely community on Twitch. She has also been known to do co-working streams and read cozy bedtime stories to chat. We're honored to have her join us for this episode! Follow Essy on the following platforms: Twitch Twitter YouTube Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 06 Apr 2023 | Ep. 1 - Later Alligator | 00:57:11 | |
Welcome to the very first episode of No Small Games!! When life gets challenging, just tell yourself: at least I'm not a 24 year-old alligator trying to make it in the big city, worrying that his family is going to off him on his own birthday. Kate and Emily discuss their experiences playing the point-and-click adventure game Later Alligator. From the colorful cast of gator relatives, to engaging and vexing mini games, the pair share the good, the bad, and their most memorable moments from playing the game.
Haven't played Later Alligator yet and looking to avoid end-game spoilers? Spoilers start at 00:43:33 and end at 00:52:05 We hope you love the first episode of this new podcast!
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| 06 Mar 2025 | Ep. 41 - Grunn | 01:41:53 | |
Grunn is a completely normal gardening game, developed by Sokpop Collective and Tom van den Boogaart, where nothing strange or off-beat is going on. You arrive by bus at a quaint Dutch village in the countryside, with instructions to clean up the manor house's garden by the end of the weekend. Very soon, however, you begin to notice some strange goings on about town... not least of which is the disappearance of your tools. The low poly graphics that warp and bend as you move about the garden give an otherworldly feel to the experience. What mysteries will you uncover by Monday morning and, most importantly, how much grass will you have cut? In episode 41 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily dive deep into their experiences playing Grunn! The two dive deep into some of the mysteries they solved and some they still have yet to solve. You'll hear their favorite moments, biggest jumpscares, and whether they would classify this as a horror game. We hope you enjoy! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:54 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:13:59 - Grunn Discussion 01:28:08 - Game Ratings 01:31:56 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 06 Jul 2023 | Ep. 7 - Cult of the Lamb | 01:33:51 | |
Do you have what it takes to build a loyal following, take on the old gods and become the one true cult? Cult of the Lamb bridges multiple genres, bringing farming simulation, base building and resource management together with adrenaline-packed roguelike combat, to create an immersive and addictive gaming experience. Players serve an ominous figure, The One Who Waits, by cultivating a following and taking on the Old Gods. In the seventh episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the cute and cozy roguelike Cult of the Lamb, by Massive Monster. The two discuss their favorite in-game weapons, the ideologies with which they guided their followings, and the dangers of modern-day cults. Episode Timecodes
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A Quick Correction In this episode, Kate mentions the "Federal Church of Latter Day Saints" but meant to say the Fundamentalist Church of Latter-day Saints. Keep in touch with us on social media:Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
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| 17 Oct 2024 | Ep. 33 - Fields of Mistria feat. MintendoGaming | 02:14:53 | |
After suffering a great deal of damage from a huge earthquake, the town of Mistria needs your help! Luckily, there's a free farm, with lots of land in it for you, and lots of mysteries to discover in the area. Even better, there's a shocking number of very attractive singles inhabiting the town, as well! Fields of Mistria offers many of the classic experiences that farming sim fans know and love, with some unexpected twists that elevate the gameplay (no, really, have you talked to the dragon statue yet?). In Episode 33 of No Small Games, MintendoGaming joins Kate and Emily to talk about this year's Early Access farming sim that has swept the cozy gaming community like wildfire! The three discuss which of the mechanics hit for them, and which fell flat. Of course, they had to share their list of favorite local cuties to romance. And they ponder the future of Fields of Mistria in Early Access, what future updates may have in store, and more. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:20 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:13:00 - Meet Our Guest - MintendoGaming 00:24:50 - Fields of Mistria Discussion 01:57:27 - Game Ratings 02:02:40 - One Small Thing 02:12:49 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Meet our Guest Min (she/her) @MintendoGaming An absolutely iconic cozy gaming content creator, MintendoGaming is a YouTuber, Twitch streamer, and co-hosts Slow Burn: A Cozy Game Podcast, along with co-hosts Payton's Corner and NintenTalk. Min is passionate about farming sims and we're so glad she could join us to talk about Fields of Mistria. Follow Min on the following platforms: Twitch YouTube Twitter Slow Burn Pod Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 25 Jul 2024 | Ep. 28 - Bendy and the Ink Machine feat. JenIsOnline | 01:35:46 | |
In Episode 28 of No Small Games, special guest Jen (known online as JenIsOnline) joins Kate and Emily to review the horror puzzle game, Bendy and the Ink Machine. Jen sheds light on some of the intricate lore beneath the surface of Bendy, including Alice Angel's origins and the identity of some of the cursed creatures who stalk the studios. The three discuss which chapters they enjoyed most, which foiled them most, and when they encountered the biggest jumpscares. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:00 - Meet Our Guest 00:16:00 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:21:10 - Bendy and the Ink Machine Discussion 01:21:10 - Game Ratings 01:26:15 - One Small Thing Meet our Guest JenIsOnline (she/her) @JenIsOnline Jen is a High energy, comedy-forward; body-positive streamer! She streams indie & fantasy games with a side of horror! Jen is a proud member of the Twitch Women's Guild and has recently become a Twitch Partner! Jen also hosts the Overprepared DM podcast, where she discusses the ins and outs of being a Dungeon Master for Dungeons & Dragons. Follow Jen on the following platforms: Twitch YouTube Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 07 Mar 2024 | Game Dev Chat - Hyperdrive Inn with Juho Kuorikoski | 01:03:59 | |
In the latest No Small Games developer chat, Kate and Emily talk with Juho about his creative process and the design and development of his latest game, Hyperdrive Inn. Juho describes the facets of his career, from journalism to R&D development, that all ultimately led him to his work in game development. The three discuss his upcoming title, and the non-linear design process behind this non-linear game. We hope you love listening to his story and the work behind Hyperdrive Inn! Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 31 Jan 2025 | Indie Game Roundup - January 2025 | 01:51:53 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This has been both the longest and shortest month in existence, but the good news is that we're back with a bunch of awesome indie games to talk about! This roundup features some brand new releases from the tail end of 2024, along with some indie classics popping in from our backlogs! Plus, we chat briefly about our most anticipated indies of the coming year, and some rad demos that we got to check out! Give your wishlists a pep talk before diving in, because they're about to grow! Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - January 2025 Show Notes Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:00 - Icebreaker Question 00:05:32 - Indie Game News 00:19:26 - Demos 00:42:43 - Pummel Party 00:45:29 - Arctic Eggs 00:52:24 - Margot 01:03:00 - On Your Tail 01:08:56 - If Found... 01:13:03 - Stacklands 01:20:54 - Downwell 01:27:33 - Bastion 01:34:02 - Monument Valley 01:40:48 - Cave Hikers Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 04 May 2023 | Ep. 3 - Hundred Days | 01:06:41 | |
Would you leave your whole life behind to go run a winery in Italy? This episode's game protagonist, Emma, turns her whole world on its end when she gets an unexpected letter from an old friend of her grandfather. Through his notes to her and supportive members of her new community, she learns about the seasons on the vineyard, the complex decisions involved in winemaking, and the feeling of pride in tasting her very own new vintage. In the third episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss their experiences playing the winemaking simulator Hundred Days, by Broken Arms Games. Learn about their take on wine culture and fine dining, their experiences wine tasting, and of course, their experiences playing this game. Episode Timecodes
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| 27 Jun 2024 | Ep. 26 - Crow Country | 01:51:06 | |
What really happened at the Crow Country amusement park two years ago? Special Agent Mara Forest is on the case. We're kicking off our Scary Summer season with a review of Crow Country from SFB Games, which released earlier this year. You play as Mara, who has just arrived to investigate a missing person's case at the abandoned amusement park. The further you get into the park, the more the plot thickens, and the owner Edward Crow remains out of reach. Crow Country is styled after iconic retro horror titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, and packs in equal amounts of scares and lore. Join Kate and Emily for episode 26 of No Small Games for their Crow Country review and plot recap. The two chat about their experience of this particular genre of horror, their impressions of the puzzles, and thoughts on gameplay. Then, you'll hear Emily and Kate recap the plot, sharing which twists surprised them the most! We hope you love the start of Scary Summer! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:57 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:11:05 - Scary Summer Lineup Announcement 00:16:10 - Crow Country Discussion 01:27:30 - Crow Country Spoilers 01:40:40 - Game Ratings 01:44:40 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 30 Jun 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - June 2024 | 01:58:18 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demo and new release discussions.
Our second installment of Indie Game Roundup was a whirlwind and so was the month of June! This month we're discussing Steam Next Fest, which took place from June 10-17 and featured over 1800 game demos. Next Fest is one of our favorite events of the year and we covered a lot of ground, playing a total of over 50 demos between us. We're excited to share our highlights and favorite demos from the event!
Also, huge thanks to our first Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. Featured Indie Game Demos Emily's Favorite Demos
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Featured Indie Games
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| 06 Jun 2024 | Game Dev Chat - Sky: Children of the Light with Community Manager Amelia Razinha | 01:15:18 | |
Sky: Children of the Light is a cozy MMO, developed by thatgamecompany, the studio behind Journey and Flower. The game places a focus on exploration, discovery, and wholesome player interactions. Consent and cooperation are baked into engagement between players. In the latest No Small Games developer chat, Kate and Emily chatted with Amelia Razinha, Community Manager at thatgamecompany. They discussed her work with the Sky community and what it takes to cultivate such a kind and respectful gaming space. We hope you love this special interview from No Small Games! Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 26 Oct 2023 | Ep. 14 - Killer Frequency | 01:15:41 | |
You're live on 189.16 - The Scream with Forrest Nash... and someone in town is hunting your listeners! The year is 1987 and Forrest Nash is clocking into his late-night radio slot in a sleepy town in middle America, not knowing what thrills and chills await him and his producer, Peggy. In Killer Frequency, you must use your role as radio DJ to take calls from your frightened callers who are fleeing a masked killer— the Whistling Man, and to hopefully help them escape! Luckily, the radio station is chock full of clues and helpful information that will enable you to solve the puzzles to each of their salvation, so long as you can find them. Join Kate and Emily for episode 14 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the mystery horror puzzle game, Killer Frequency. The two compare notes on the puzzles they solved, discuss their favorite radio station callers in the game, and share about their own real life experiences working for local radio! Episode Timecodes
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| 04 Jan 2024 | Ep. 18 - Stray Gods | 01:40:05 | |
Imagine a week where being accused of murder isn't the wildest thing that happened to you... because you just discovered every Greek god you had ever heard of is real. That's exactly the week that main character Grace is experiencing in the game Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical, developed by Summerfall Studios. After a chance (or maybe fated) encounter with the muse Calliope, Grace finds herself abruptly dropped in the middle of centuries-old drama and tensions among the Greek pantheon of gods and idols. But processing this brand new information is the least of Grace's worries, as she's given an ultimatum to prove her innocence within seven days or be tried for Calliope's murder. Join Kate and Emily for episode 18 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical. Kate shares her expertise in theater, revealing the many considerations that writers and composers make when designing a musical. The two share their favorite moments and impressions of this cinematic musical adventure. Episode Timecodes
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| 01 Jun 2023 | Ep. 5 - Terra Nil | 01:06:11 | |
Turn the concept of a city builder on its head and revitalize regions stripped of their natural ecosystems...
Terra Nil is an environmental strategy game that puts you in charge of an expedition to transform barren, desolate lands and bring them back to life. The game takes the classic UI and gameplay of a city builder and applies them to a natural landscape in desperate need of a little TLC. Terra Nil flips the concept of "progress" on its head. Instead of winning through the process on industrialization and natural resource consumption, you win by enriching and purifying soil and water, improving climatological conditions, and returning native species to their habitats.
In the fifth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Terra Nil, developed by Free Lives and published by Devolver Digital. Kate describes the deep emotions that get conjured up for her at the site of wind turbines. Emily shares which endgame spoiler she just couldn't wrap her head around. Find out which aspects of the game were most challenging for the hosts, and which were most fun, in this indie game review of Terra Nil. Episode Timecodes
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| 03 Aug 2023 | Ep. 9 - Oxenfree & Oxenfree II: Lost Signals | 02:38:10 | |
Something sinister is in the air on Edward's Island, very literally... It's a No Small Games double feature, in which Kate and Emily review both Oxenfree and its sequel Oxenfree II: Lost Signals. In Oxenfree, you play as teenager Alex, on a beach trip to Edwards Island with her friends and new step brother, Jonas. The weekend quickly devolves into supernatural chaos as the teens uncover the dark mysteries of the island. In Oxenfree II: Lost Signals, you help Riley and Jacob to combat paranormal forces in the oceanside town of Camena. In the ninth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the supernatural narrative adventures Oxenfree and Oxenfree II: Lost Signals. The two discuss their favorite characters, most shocking twists, and best memories from playing these two games. Episode Timecodes
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| 23 Jan 2025 | Ep. 39 - Another Crab's Treasure feat. HamonCutta | 02:01:12 | |
Another Crab's Treasure is a combat-oriented soulslike adventure set in an underwater world overrun by a few greedy creatures trying to get their grubby little claws, fins and tentacles on all the wealth of their community. You play as Kril, a tiny hermit crab whose shell was repossessed by a literal loan shark. Now, Kril has to fight his way through the shallows, reefs and open ocean to get his home back. You'll face formidable bosses and navigate through treacherous landscapes on your quest, but you'll also meet some new friends along the way. Just maybe, together, you can overthrow the capitalist system that has the sea in a chokehold. In Episode 39 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily welcome HamonCutta to the show! Hamon is a gaming content creator who currently focuses mainly on soulslike and FromSoft games, which made her an absolutely phenomenal guest to chat with about Another Crab's Treasure. The three discuss their experiences with the combat and boss design, accessibility options, and narrative. But most importantly: what was everyone's favorite shell to wear? Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:07 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:09:43 - Meet Our Guest - HamonCutta 00:27:13 - Another Crab's Treasure Discussion 01:48:39 - Game Ratings 01:54:15 - One Small Thing 01:59:39 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Meet our Guest Hamon (she/her) @HamonCutta HamonCutta is a variety streamer and retired speedrunner who currently streams soulslike and FromSoft games primarily. At the moment, she is specifically working on preparing for Sekiro challenge runs. She also does the occasional just chatting and crochet streams, and produces both gaming and lifestyle content for YouTube. Follow Hamon on the following platforms: Twitch Gaming YouTube Lifestyle YouTube Bluesky Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 09 Nov 2023 | Ep. 15 - Mineko’s Night Market | 01:18:22 | |
Will you take on the challenge of discovering the truth about the legendary Nikko, revitalize the Night Market an petting all of the cats? When Mineko and her dad move to a small island town in search of a new life and new opportunities, she has no idea how this town, her new friends, and a giant cat named Nikko will turn her life upside down. It's your task, as Mineko, to help revitalize the town's Night Market as you gain the resources and the knowledge to discovery the mystery of the legendary Nikko. Join Kate and Emily for episode 15 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the narrative-driven social sim game, Mineko's Night Market. In their review, the two compare and contrast their favorite farming and life sims, reminisce about their childhood rivals, and discuss the characters they were most tickled by in this cute and quirky game. Episode Timecodes
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| 01 Feb 2024 | Ep. 20 - Thirsty Suitors | 02:03:52 | |
Starting fresh can be hard to do, especially when your past keeps popping back up to fight you... In Thirsty Suitors, developed by Outerloop Games and published by Annapurna Interactive, you play as Jala, a young woman returning to her hometown for the first time in years. Jala is intent on moving forward after a recent big breakup, but first must rebuild the many past relationships she left in the rubble when she left home. Join Kate and Emily for episode 20 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Thirsty Suitors. This one has a ton of banter and personal anecdotes, folks! In addition to their thoughts on the game, the two reminisce about their own exes and past relationships. Episode Timecodes
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| 26 Dec 2024 | Ep. 37 - Lake: Season's Greetings DLC feat. Jacob Price of The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast | 02:26:27 | |
The Lake: Season's Greetings DLC follows the holiday shenanigans of Thomas Weiss, and the other inhabitants of Providence Oaks, the setting of the base game story. Thomas is the father of Meredith Weiss, the protagonist of the original game, and in 1985 is the one and only mail carrier in town. This special holiday story gives players another cozy peek into life in this small town. We get a little more backstory for many iconic characters and get to know some new ones! Best of all, this slice of life narrative all takes place against the snow covered backdrop of this beautiful town. In Episode 37 of No Small Games, and our second ever holiday episode, Kate and Emily are joined by Jacob Price of The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast, one of our favorite gaming podcasts! The three discuss their favorite movies to watch around Christmastime, Jacob shines some light on the buzz around Hot Frosty (the newest holiday "instant classic" to hit the scene), and the group shares their gifting recommendations in our Holiday Game Gift Guide. Of course, they also discuss their experiences playing the Lake: Season's Greetings DLC. We hope you love this episode, and that you have a peaceful and happy holiday season! Spoiler Warning: listeners should note there are light spoilers for the games A Short Hike, Unpacking and Lake (the base game). Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:57 - Holiday Ice Breaker 00:12:42 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:17:05 - Meet Our Guest - Jacob Price 00:32:48 - Holiday Game Gift Guide 01:06:35 - Lake: Season's Greetings Discussion 01:49:35 - Lake: Season's Greetings Spoilers 02:08:19 - Game Ratings 02:14:00 - One Small Thing 02:23:35 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Meet our Guest Jacob Price (he/him) @chipdip
Jacob co-hosts The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast, along with his co-host Cameron. Together, they've been producing episodes where they thoughtfully talk about their favorite games for over five years now. He has covered over 100 indie games on his Indie Impressions series. We are honored to have had the Pixel Professor himself join us for our holiday episode this year! Check out The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast: Spotify Apple Podcasts Patreon Bluesky Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 08 Aug 2024 | Ep. 29 - INDIKA feat. OrzulsPlace | 02:50:56 | |
In Episode 29 of No Small Games, our hosts are joined in their review of INDIKA by special guest OrzulsPlace, who affectionately goes by Orzul, Orzu, or Zuzu. Before they dive into the game discussion, Emily and Kate get to know Orzul better, learning about their deep connection to music and the bands they plays in. During their discussion of INDIKA, Orzul and Kate discuss their personal connection to the themes of the game and the main character's internal journey. The three continue to uncover fascinating new observations about the game throughout the episode. This is a very special and heartfelt episode; we hope you enjoy! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:50 - Meet Our Guest 00:23:40 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:30:30 - INDIKA Discussion 02:37:20 - Game Ratings 02:43:20 - One Small Thing 02:49:40 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Meet our Guest OrzulsPlace (she/they) @OrzulsPlace Orzul is a 30-something year-old Midwesterner who has loved games their entire life. New to the streaming world and excited to connect with others, she loves RPGs, horror, rogue-likes, and cozy games! Orzul is also a musician, who has been playing shows with both their bands. She currently plays guitar and will soon be picking up the banjo. Follow Orzul on the following platforms: Twitch TikTok Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 31 Mar 2025 | Indie Game Roundup - March 2025 feat. Jacob McCourt | 01:33:16 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
Welcome special guest Jacob McCourt to No Small Games! We were delighted to have Jacob join us for our March Indie Game Roundup episode. First, we dug into indie game news from the past month, and discussed winter showcase season. These showcases came in with a bang and none of us were prepared for the deluge of exciting game announcements. Then, we moved on to our main event: Steam Next Fest demos! We each shared our 5 favorite demos from February's Steam Next Fest. Get your wishlists out, people, you're gonna want to keep your eye on these 15 upcoming indies! Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - March 2025 Show Notes Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:27 - Icebreaker Question 00:09:27 - Indie Game News 00:23:06 - Top 15 Steam Next Fest Demos 01:29:34 - Plugs! Meet our Guest Jacob (he/him) @jacob.bsky.social Jacob McCourt co-hosts both Crossplay Conversations and Left Behind Game Club: A Video Game Podcast. Both shows cover a wide variety of games, but primarily indie games. He also writes and publishes game reviews at The Gaming Brief. You'll also find him hosting the Video Game Trivia Live: Reloaded panel at PAX East 2025! Check out Dave's content and podcasts on the following platforms: Crossplay Conversations Left Behind Game Club The Gaming Brief Bluesky Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 11 Jul 2024 | Ep. 27 - Bramble: The Mountain King | 01:54:02 | |
Join Kate and Emily for episode 27 of No Small Games for their review and plot recap of Bramble: The Mountain King. You'll hear the two share their scariest moments, favorite boss fights, and overall thoughts on the Scandinavian folk adventure. PLUS, this episode features one of the biggest disagreements the two have had about a moment in a featured game! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:45 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:15:10 - Bramble: The Mountain King Discussion 01:45:05 - Game Ratings 01:48:05 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 18 May 2023 | Ep. 4 - One Hand Clapping | 01:16:50 | |
Your voice is a powerful thing, it can foster connection and drive back the darkness... One Hand Clapping takes you on a journey alongside your little purple companion, to discover both your voice and your confidence in using it. Traverse beautiful 2D landscapes. Meet and learn from wise musical mentors. Sing your song to confront and banish the darkness without and within yourself.
In the fourth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the vocal 2D platformer One Hand Clapping, developed Bad Dream Games and published by Handy Games. Learn about thee hosts' personal relationships with singing and music and how they were reflected in each of their playthroughs, Find out which game areas were most challenging, and which were most fun, for each of them. Most importantly, find out what the heck a peeper is! Episode Timecodes
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| 31 Dec 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - December 2024 | 01:48:50 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
Even as the year closes out, 2024 does not slow down with fantastic indie game releases. In this latest roundup, we're recapping our participation in judging the Indie Game Awards, with a quick review of some of our highlights from the nominees. You'll also hear our take on the demo for Aikyam, which has quickly become a most anticipated game of 2025. And as always, we've got lots of new releases to talk about from this past month. From beautiful platformers celebrating classical music, to haunted cabins on conveyor belts, to having to pepper spray assailants while on the clock, December's games were truly a wild ride. Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - December 2024 Show Notes Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:30 - Icebreaker - Recap of Most Anticipated 2024 Releases 00:11:34 - Indie Game Awards 00:15:15 - Neva 00:18:42 - 1000xRESIST 00:26:58 - Mouthwashing 00:34:28 - Balatro 00:46:26 - Demo - Aikyam 00:51:59 - Completely Stretchy 00:58:33 - Naiad 01:04:51 - The Cabin Factory 01:10:43 - Symphonia 01:16:54 - Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island 01:20:53 - Supurr Cat Cafe: Sandwhich Rush 01:31:18 - Lost But Found 01:39:58 - Backlog Updates Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 12 Sep 2024 | Bonus - Cascadia & Board Game Digital Adaptations feat. alonechark | 01:37:36 | |
If you love a good board game night, it might just be time to call up your friends, pop that popcorn and... fire up your PC! In this very special B-B-B-BONUS episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily got to sit down with Chark (or alonechark, as she goes by online) to talk about digital adaptations of board games! Specifically, the NSG team got the hookup through Chark to try out the beta version of the upcoming game Cascadia digital, developed by Dire Wolf Digital. Cascadia is a much beloved board game about the wilds of the Pacific Northwest, made by Flatout Games, and is getting its own indie video game adaptation. We hope you love learning from Chark about the wide world of indie board games and their crossovers into the digital world! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:50 - Meet Our Guest 00:24:23 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:35:15 - Cascadia & Board Game Digital Adaptation Discussion 01:28:45 - One Small Thing Meet our Guest Chark (she/her) @alonechark Chark is a fake redhead, board game enthusiast, community manager, Twitch streamer, and works as convention staff for Flatout games. She expertly demos and teaches board games of all kinds. In addition, she is a cat parent and freelancer and we highly recommend you go check her out on all the platforms below! Follow Chark on the following platforms: Twitch Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 26 Nov 2023 | Game Dev Chat - Bear in the Snow with The Spookfish | 01:05:48 | |
"When I first moved into the old farm house after living in the city, I was surprised at how dark it got at night..." This is how the instruction manual for the game Bear in the Snow begins. This game, along with the album it accompanies, was created by Dan Goldberg, who performs and publishes his music under the name The Spookfish. Each of the ten levels of the game is played along to the music of one of the songs from the album of the same name, and draws on Dan's experiences living in a cabin in rural Northeastern United States. There are many haunting and beautiful moments, as well as many secrets to be uncovered, in Bear in the Snow. In the very first episode of No Small Games featuring a game developer, Kate and Emily chat in depth with Dan about his journey creating the game and learn how he went from zero game dev experience to publishing a ten-level game of his own design. Dan shares the heartfelt backstory behind his love of indie games and provides some insight into which games inspired him the most as he was creating Bear in the Snow. We hope you love this episode as much as we loved chatting with The Spookfish! Meet the Game Dev Dan Goldberg aka The Spookfish (he/him) @the_spookfish Dan is a musician and game developer who created Bear in the Snow, the album and accompanying indie game. You can read more about Dan's music in this feature from the New York Times. Play Bear in the Snow on Itch.io
Find The Spookfish's music on the following platforms: Bandcamp Spotify Apple Music Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 18 Apr 2024 | Ep. 22 - Viewfinder | 01:36:58 | |
What you see is literally what you get in Viewfinder, where players solve puzzles by bringing photographs to life. Viewfinder is a first-person puzzle adventure game that encourages the player to experiment and explore within its beautiful, surreal environments. You use photographs scattered throughout the world (or that you capture yourself) to manipulate the spaces and create brand new structures. While the game centers around the puzzles, players who want to seek out the story will discover a cast of characters with depth and passion, on a desperate mission. Join Kate and Emily for episode 22 of No Small Games, as they discuss Viewfinder, developed by Sad Owl Studios and published by Thunderful Publishing. The two compare their impressions of the puzzles and their strategies as they faced each challenge. They also share their differing experiences with the story and characters. We hope you think Episode 22 is picture perfect! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:15 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:12:40 - Viewfinder Game Discussion 01:30:15 - Game Ratings 01:33:30 - Kate & Emily's One Small Thing 01:35:30 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 31 Aug 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - August 2024 | 02:02:20 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
August was a wild month for our co-hosts, but in the end, Emily and Kate played quite a few games and demos that they're excited to share with you! From the brand new horror title Dark and Deep, to the playful music-maker ODDADA, to the cute and colorful dungeon crawler Slash Quest, we've got a huge range of new titles to discuss this month. This month was also filled with exciting game demos, including the demo for Constance, from the creators of The Berlin Apartment, and the Tiny Garden demo from Spanish game studio Ao Norte. Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:16:55 - Demos 00:34:40 - Backlog Games 00:43:25 - Full Release Games Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 20 Mar 2025 | Ep. 42 - Mouthwashing feat. Dave Jackson | 02:41:27 | |
Mouthwashing, developed by Wrong Organ and published by CRITICAL REFLEX, is a psychological horror game following the actions of the Tulpar's crew as they work together to survive a catastrophic crash in the middle of outer space. Tensions rise as food and supplies run low. You play as Jimmy, the acting captain, as he grapples with how to take responsibility for his crew during this trying situation. As the story proceeds, players will discover there's something even darker in this story than the empty void of space. In Episode 42 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily are joined by Dave Jackson, host of the Tales from the Backlog podcast! The three discuss the harrowing story and iconic characters of Mouthwashing. They share their takeaways from the plot and game's message, as well as their hopes for the impact this game might have on players. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:30 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:10:20 - Meet Our Guest - Dave Jackson 00:25:50 - Mouthwashing Discussion 01:07:40 - Mouthwashing Spoilers 02:23:30 - Game Ratings 02:31:05 - One Small Thing 02:39:55 - Next Episode's Announcement Meet our Guest Dave (he/him) @tftblpod.bsky.social Dave Jackson hosts the Tales from the Backlog podcast, where he gives deep dive game reviews alongside a guest each week. He also creates gaming content for YouTube and Twitch, and writes game reviews for the Tales from the Backlog website. Check out Dave's content and podcasts on the following platforms: Tales from the Backlog Podcast Bluesky Patreon Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 01 Apr 2025 | Ep. ? - Haven | 01:43:57 | |
Surprise!! It’s a rare Tuesday edition of No Small Games. And there’s absolutely nothing unusual going on here. Just another totally normal episode of No Small Games, the indie game podcast hosted by Bo_Po and DiscoCola! In this episode, the two cover the beautiful action RPG Haven. In this game, developed by The Game Bakers, you play as two lovers who have escaped their home world together to forge a new future together on a mysterious planet. You’ll hear the hosts discuss their individual approaches to the combat and strategy of the game. You’ll also learn their reactions to the many steamy moments between the protagonists. But most of all, in case we needed to say it… APRIL FOOLS!! Thanks to the co-hosts of Underplayed for indulging us in this little bit of shenanigans, and for coming on to host this special episode of No Small Games! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:13 - Boss Battles 00:13:33 - Haven Discussion 01:30:01 - Game Ratings 01:33:57 - One Small Thing 01:42:53 - Next Game Announcement Go Check out Underplayed 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, the hosts each reveal and review a game that they’ve been playing in secret; then, they have an in-depth discussion on a prestigious title within the indie landscape. Find Underplayed on Social Media Twitch Underplayed: https://www.twitch.tv/underplayedpodcast Bo_Po: https://www.twitch.tv/bo__po DiscoCola: https://www.twitch.tv/discocola Bluesky Underplayed: https://bsky.app/profile/underplayedpod.bsky.social Bo_Po: https://bsky.app/profile/bo-po.bsky.social DiscoCola: https://bsky.app/profile/discocola.bsky.social Instagram & Threads https://www.instagram.com/underplayedpod/ https://www.threads.net/@underplayedpod Backloggd Bo_Po: https://backloggd.com/u/bo_po/ DiscoCola: https://backloggd.com/u/DiscoCola/ Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 12 Oct 2023 | Ep. 13 - Coffee Talk & Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly feat. Sheilur | 02:16:57 | |
Serve up a piping hot cup of tea while your customers spill their tea to you... It's yet another a No Small Games double feature! This episode of No Small Games features a review of both games in the Coffee Talk series, in which you play as a barista at a late night coffee joint in alternate universe Seattle (yes, that Seattle), in which mythical creatures live a bustling modern life alongside humans. Get to know the intimate details of your customers lives as you craft beautiful beverages to soothe their souls. In the lucky 13th episode of No Small Games, special guest Sheila (aka Sheilur) joins Kate and Emily to review Coffee Talk and Coffee Talk 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly. The three discuss this fantastical, yet relatable world, their favorite characters, and of course, share their favorite hot beverages. The squad share their highlights, the challenges they faced, and good, chill vibes in this episode. Episode Timecodes Meet our Guest - Sheilur ✦ 00:00:35 Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:19:40 Coffee Talk Game Discussion ✦ 00:27:41 Coffee Talk Spoilers ✦ 00:52:45 Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly Game Discussion ✦ 01:13:06 Game Ratings ✦ 02:00:07 Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 02:11:07
Meet our Guest Sheilur aka Sheila (she/her) @sheilur Sheila is an African French Canadian 20-something year-old content creator, Twitch partner and YouTube vlogger. She primarily streams indie games and co-working sessions on Twitch, and publishes lifestyle vlogs to YouTube. A soft-spoken streamer, she has created a relaxing and welcoming environment within her online communities. Follow Sheila on the following platforms: Twitch YouTube Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 20 Jul 2023 | Ep. 8 - Spiritfarer feat. Pink Umbrella | 02:17:00 | |
At the end of their days, on their way to the beyond, lost souls can always count on the Spiritfarer... Follow Stella, the brand new Spiritfarer, as she learns the meaning of her role to the many spirits she encounters and befriends on their way to the after life. But a Spiritfarer's job isn't limited to getting to know these new friends, she must also care for them, provide them with food and lodging, and upgrade the ship on which they all live in order to accommodate these needs. Farm, cook, craft and sail your way through this beautiful indie game, but be sure to bring plenty of tissues on your way to say goodbye and send each spirit on to the next life. In the eight episode of No Small Games, special guest Pink Umbrella joins Kate and Emily to review their experiences playing the 2D platformer and management sim game Spiritfarer, by Thunder Lotus Games. Learn who were their favorite spirits, which goodbyes hit them the hardest, and even their personal thoughts and feelings about death. Episode Timecodes
Meet our Guest Pink Umbrella is a French Canadian content creator and variety streamer, who mainly plays creative and cozy games like The Sims, Disney Dreamlight Valley, as well as indie games like Spiritfarer, Bear and Breakfast and more. Outside of content creation, Pink is also a grad student, studying Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Follow Pink on the following platforms: Keep in touch with us on social media:Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 22 Aug 2024 | Ep. 30 - Lorelei and the Laser Eyes | 02:01:20 | |
In episode 30 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily get to the bottom of what is going on in Lorelei and the Laser Eyes. You'll get the perspectives of both puzzle-positive (Emily) and puzzle-averse (Kate) players, as we dig into the core question: did Simogo make this game TOO hard? The hosts get philosophical at the end as they dig into the messages and themes of the game's story. But the biggest mystery of all remains unanswered: what the heck was the tampon for?? Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:11:25 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:21:30 - Lorelei and the Laser Eyes Discussion 01:45:30 - Game Ratings 01:52:15 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 31 Jul 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - July: Clickolding, Stray Gods DLC, Valley Peaks, and more | 01:26:51 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This summer continues to be hot and heavy with indie game releases, and we've got some big drops to discuss from July! Kate played Clickolding on its release day (and now will never look at a clicker counter the same way again). Emily got into the climbing mindset with early access to Valley Peaks. The two also discuss the epic new Stray Gods DLC, focused on Orpheus (voiced by Anthony Rapp), some very intriguing demos, and more new releases! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:16:40 - Demos 00:28:20 - Full Release Games 00:28:45 - Witchy Life Story 00:32:15 - Stray Gods Orpheus DLC 00:41:30 - Super Crush K.O. 00:46:00 - #BLUD 00:51:15 - Clickolding 00:58:50 - Valley Peaks Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | Bonus - Wholesome Direct 2023 | 01:38:56 | |
Wholesome Games held their third annual Wholesome Direct Indie Game Showcase on June 10, 2023, featuring footage and announcements from 70+ cute and cozy indie games. In this episode, the No Small Games hosts recap the direct and discuss the announcements that got them most excited from Saturday's presentation. After recapping their favorite announcements from the Wholesome Direct, our hosts review the demo of the upcoming cute and cozy roguelike game Grimoire Groves, developed by Swiss game development company Stardust. Links and ShoutoutsYou can watch the full 2023 Wholesome Direct - Indie Game Showcase on YouTube. If you want to check out Emily's spreadsheet of the Wholesome Direct announcements, you can view it on Google Sheets. Shoutout to AbleGamers, a nonprofit committed to making gaming more accessible to people with disabilities and improving their lives through the power of games. Wholesome Direct partnered with AbleGamers with two commemorative t-shirts, all of whose proceeds go to supporting the nonprofit. You can see and purchase the shirts on The Yetee. Lastly, shoutout to our friend Marcy, who is an amazing content creator and player of The Sims, Stardew Valley and many indie games! You can find Marcy as MarcyLaycelle on Twitch and YouTube. TimecodesLooking for a certain segment in this episode? Use the timecodes below to jump straight there:
Grimoire Groves is a cute and cozy action roguelike where you play as a young witch embarking on a quest to learn new spells, get to know the forest spirits, and ultimately restore the Grimoire Groves back to a lush, natural state. Inspired by games like Animal Crossing and Cult of the Lamb, the core gameplay is action-packed and very true to the roguelike genre, while removing the element of violence from the combat. Rather than fighting, your character uses witchy spells to grow the plants they encounter in the forest. This game is currently in development by Stardust Studios. Check out Grimoire Groves Demo Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games IG ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
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| 30 Sep 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - September 2024 | 01:27:38 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
September was PACKED with wild indie game news stories. From Annapurna Interactive's entire team leaving en masse, to Nintendo and The Pokémon Company finally announcing a lawsuit against Palworld's developer Pocket Pair, we discuss our thoughts on these big moves and shakes in the indie game world. We also discuss the demos we've been playing, plus new releases like Wild Bastards, Tiny Glade, REKA and more! Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:010 - Indie Game News 00:38:20 - Demos 00:48:55 - Full Releases Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 21 Mar 2024 | Yearbook Vol. 1 | 01:47:30 | |
Thank you to all of our listeners, guests, and supporters for making it a fantastic first year of No Small Games! In No Small Games' inaugural Yearbook Episode, we are recapping and reminiscing about the first full year of the show. Get a peek behind the curtains as Kate and Emily reflect on each season, their lessons learned and their successes, as they ventured into their first year of podcasting. In addition to recapping all of the games covered in the first four seasons of the show, Kate and Emily reveal their picks for their Top 5 games from the 2023-2024 year, and the fan favorite episodes voted on by YOU! Featuring superlatives and thank you's to No Small Games supporters, this episode is a tribute to all of you and all of these impactful indie games and game developers mentioned in the first year of the show! Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 07 Dec 2023 | Ep. 16 - Goodbye Volcano High | 01:32:19 | |
If the end of the world was right around the corner what would you do? Who or what would matter most to you? Fang and their friends are entering their senior year of high school with big ambitions and some big changes. Biggest of all, they're facing the looming threat of an asteroid hurtling towards Earth, threatening all life as they know it. Goodbye Volcano High, developed by indie game studio KO_OP, is part cinematic narrative adventure, part musical rhythm game, and touches on topics of love, friendship and change. Join Kate and Emily for episode 16 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Goodbye Volcano High. The co-hosts reflect on their high school experiences and compare them to the ups and downs that Fang's friend group goes through in the game. They discuss their favorite gameplay mechanics, favorite characters, and the most shocking moments from their playthroughs.
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| 20 Apr 2023 | Ep. 2 - Beacon Pines | 00:49:58 | |
Something is amiss in the sleepy town of Beacon Pines... They say beauty is more than skin deep, but so is mystery in this game about growing up, learning difficult truths, and taking risks to protect your community. In the second episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss their experiences playing the cute and creepy narrative adventure Beacon Pines. What was the most disturbing revelation in the twists and turns of the story? Who was the most charming of the woodland creatures who inhabit the town? Learn the good, the shocking, and the most memorable moments from their playthroughs.
Haven't played Beacon Pines yet and looking to avoid end-game spoilers? Listen for the new spoiler sound right before spoilers begin at the timecode below. Spoilers start at 00:33:15 and end at 00:41:45 We hope you love this episode of No Small Games!
Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games IG ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames
Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 30 Nov 2024 | Indie Game Roundup - November 2024 | 01:23:59 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This month has been incredibly packed with indie game news, events and lots of exciting new releases! Looking back, we can't believe all of this took place in just one month! In the November Indie Game Roundup, we've recapped the Save & Sound Showcase, we're looking ahead to the Indie Game Awards (which we're honored to help judge), and getting into all the games we've been playing lately! The new releases we're covering here include: Miniatures, Two Falls (Nishu Takuatshina), Critter Café, and more! Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - November 2024 Show Notes Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:10:40 - Save & Sound Showcase 00:20:50 - The Indie Game Awards 00:33:20 - Indie Game Mini Reviews Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 18 Jan 2024 | Ep. 19 - Kena: Bridge of Spirits feat. dprince216 | 01:39:40 | |
Befriend both cute and formidable friends to fulfill the brutal yet rewarding role of Spirit Guide... Explore a forgotten village and it's surroundings as you help bring peace to unsettled spirits, who are longing to move on. Kena: Bridge of Spirits, developed and published by Ember Lab, features intense combat and heartfelt stories of love and loss. On a quest to find and reconnect with her father, the Spirit Guide before her, Kena must face up to spirits corrupted by anger and grief. Ultimately you and Kena learn the fate of this long-deserted region. In Episode 19 of No Small Games, special guest Rio (known online as dprince216) joins Kate and Emily to review the "Disney souls-like" game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits. The three discuss the toughest boss fights, compare impressions of the storylines, and most importantly... which hats they put on their little spirit world companions. Episode Timecodes Meet our Guest - Rio aka dprince216 ✦ 00:00:35 Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:20:15 Kena: Bridge of Spirits Game Discussion ✦ 00:24:37 Kena: Bridge of Spirits Spoilers ✦ 01:21:43 Game Ratings ✦ 01:27:25 Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:34:23
Meet our Guest dprince216 aka Rio (he/him) @dprince216 Rio, also known on Twitch as dprince216, is a content creator who plays a wide variety of games. He is a self-described lifelong gamer and huge fan of narrative games, as well as online PVP games. He streams a combination of AAA and indie games, including Stardew Valley, Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion, and Kena Bridge of Spirits! Follow Rio on the following platforms: Twitch YouTube Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 14 Sep 2023 | Ep. 11 - Lakeburg Legacies feat. MarcyLaycelle | 01:56:25 | |
What if the most important renewable resource in your society... was love?
Lakeburg Legacies is a social-based village management game where resource generation and progress centers around your townsfolk and their relationships. Grow your town's population through your matchmaking prowess, optimize production with some clever career coaching, and put Lakeburg on the map!
In the eleventh episode of No Small Games, special guest Marcy aka Marcylaycelle joins Kate and Emily to review Lakeburg Legacies, while they discuss their own personal gaming journeys and dating experiences in the process. The squad share their highlights, the challenges they faced, and oodles of friendship and laughs in this episode. Episode Timecodes
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Marcy is a live streamer, content creator, and small business owner. Her streams are focused on mental-health, tarot, gaming, and makeup. She runs an Etsy shop, Moonlight Wreaths, selling beautiful, handcrafted wreaths and flower crowns of her own creation. In 2023, Marcy was also featured in the United States debut of Black Girl Gamers Play or Pass. Follow Marcy on the following platforms: Keep in touch with us on social media:Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 04 Apr 2024 | Ep. 21 - American Arcadia | 02:20:33 | |
Trevor Hills just discovered he's the least popular star of the most popular TV show in America... and now he hast to run for his life. American Arcadia follows two protagonists: the unassuming everyman Trevor Hills and the clever, strategic, and mysterious Angela Solano. After a sending a series of shocking and surreptitious messages to get Trevor's attention, Angela reveals a truth that will turn his life upside down: he is one of thousands of cast members of America's most popular reality TV show. And now he's in danger. Play as both Angela and Trevor as they tag-team in their daring plot to help Trevor escape from Arcadia. Join Kate and Emily for episode 21 of No Small Games (and the start of our second spring season), as they discuss American Arcadia by Out of the Blue Games. The two chat about their favorite puzzles from the game and their reactions to the many twists and turns of the plot. We hope you love this latest episode! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:18 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:15:51 - American Arcadia Game Discussion 01:36:54 - American Arcadia Spoilers 02:04:12 - Game Ratings 02:09:55 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | Ep. 17 - Secret Santa Games feat. Underplayed | 02:49:37 | |
Ho ho ho!! Santa came early this holiday season and he (or she) is brining us indie games!
Buckle up for a very special holiday episode of No Small Games!! Kate and Emily are joined for the first ever Secret Santa Games, by guests Bo_Po and DiscoCola, the co-hosts of the indie game podcast Underplayed. The four got together for a festive Secret Santa event where all the gifts were indie games! This event riffs on the Underplayed segment "Secret Games" in which the hosts each play a game in secret and reveal it along with their review of the game.
In the very first Secret Santa Games, each of the four co-hosts was paired up in secret with someone else in the group and gifted them an indie game of their choosing! In addition to this being the first holiday episode, this is also the first time No Small Games has featured four game reviews at once. We hope you enjoy this very special episode and have a happy holiday season! Episode Timecodes
Meet our Guests Underplayed Podcast @underplayedpod 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, they each reveal and review a game they've been playing in secret; then, they have an in-depth discussion on a prestigious title within the indie landscape. Check out Underplayed on the following platforms: Spotify Apple Podcasts Twitch Bo_Po @Bo_Po Bo_Po loves games featuring platforming, puzzles, and inventive storytelling. You can catch him streaming games of all kinds on twitch at bo__po (two underscores!) Check out Bo_Po on the following platforms: Twitter Twitch GG App DiscoCola @DiscoCola In addition to indie games, DiscoCola is a huge fan of Digimon and Mega Man games. You can catch him streaming indie games for Underplayed on twitch at DiscoCola. Check out DiscoCola on the following platforms: Twitter Twitch GG App Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 16 May 2024 | Ep. 24 - Firewatch feat. ShinobiJules | 02:06:57 | |
Henry took a summer job in the wilderness to get away from his life, but he could never have guessed what he was getting himself into... Firewatch, developed by Campo Santo, is a first-person mystery game where you play a brand new fire lookout in the wilds of Wyoming. Our main character, Henry, has left behind the rubble of his old life to pursue the solitude of the forests. His only lifeline is his boss Delilah, who he can communicate with exclusively via walkie-talkie. While he searches for himself, Henry and Delilah uncover much more than they ever expected, hidden in Shoshone National Forest. In Episode 24 of No Small Games, special guest Jules (known online as ShinobiJules) joins Kate and Emily to review the game Firewatch. You'll hear their takes on (and gripes with) the two main characters, their thoughts on game mechanics, and experiences navigating the (in-game) wilderness. We hope you love this episode, we're so grateful to Jules for joining us! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:15:00 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:21:50 - Firewatch Discussion 01:32:25 - Firewatch Spoilers 01:51:09 - Game Ratings 01:59:35 - One Small Thing 02:04:45 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 12 Apr 2024 | PAX East 2024 Recap | 01:33:10 | |
PAX East 2024 was huge for No Small Games and brought about many firsts for the podcast! Not only was it the team's first time at the expo, it was also Kate and Emily's first time meeting in person and first live event together. And we're bringing you along with us for our highlights from the show! This episode is packed with our impressions of the demos we played, clips of interviews we recorded on the show floor, and deep dives with developers talking about their games. 2024 brought us a huge showing of indie games at PAX East and while we didn't get to play them all, we are delighted and a bit overwhelmed by the number of amazing indie games and demos that we did get to try! We hope you love our PAX East 2024 recap episode. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:30 - Overall Impressions of PAX East 2024 00:14:20 - Interview - Britt Dye, formerly Chief Accessibility Officer at Whitethorn Games 00:26:28 - Interview - Hunter Bond, Co-Director of DreadXP 00:39:25 - Interview - Eric Manahan, Developer of LUCID 00:51:48 - Interview - Kyle Creamer, Developer of Littlelands 01:16:00 - Interview - Lala, Social Media Manager of Toge Productions Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | Ep. 10 - Lake feat. Catsareme | 02:27:10 | |
Experience postal service Zen while you contemplate the life paths less traveled in this serene lakeside town... In Lake, a narrative postal sim game developed and published by Whitethorn Games, you play as Meredith Weiss: a 39 year-old working in the tech industry in 1986, who has journeyed from the big city back to her hometown of Providence Oaks. Meredith is taking time off work so that her parents can go on a much needed vacation, while she covers the work at her father's job: the United States Postal Service. Deliver mail, get to know the quirky townsfolk, and decide which of many possible futures Meredith will explore during her two weeks as a mail carrier. In the tenth episode of No Small Games, special guest Alissa aka Catsareme joins Kate and Emily to review their experiences playing this heartfelt and relaxing game. The three share challenges in their own lives that they see mirrored in Meredith's story, discuss the different endings they unlocked for the protagonist, and giggle over town gossip from good old Providence Oaks, Oregon. Episode Timecodes
Listen to the Lake soundtrack on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Hc8Ca4tZ3tNadmBA2sOVo?si=ed49c4aec3e24a20 Meet our GuestCatsareme is a content creator and variety streamer by night, PhD candidate studying genetics and neuroscience by day. She plays a wide variety of games, from action adventure, to cute and cozy indie games, and even horror games. Alissa also moderates a Discord community galled Gamer Guild, which brings together content creators, viewers, gamers, and everyone in between. Follow Alissa on the following platforms: Keep in touch with us on social media:Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 20 Feb 2025 | Yearbook Vol. 2 | 02:02:51 | |
Believe it or not, we just closed out our second year of No Small Games! This has truly been such a wild ride! From meeting in person for the first time at PAX, to helping to judge the Indie Game Awards, to launching our written reviews on the website, we've cherished every minute and every opportunity. And we can't thank you all enough for supporting us along the way! In addition to giving a recap of all of the games covered in the first four seasons of the show, in the No Small Games Yearbook Vol. 2 we reveal our picks for their Top 5 games from the 2024-2025 year, and the fan favorite episodes voted on by YOU! Featuring superlatives and thank you's to No Small Games supporters, this episode is a tribute to all of you and all of these impactful indie games and game developers highlighted in the second year of the show! We are so grateful to all of you who have tuned in this year, and can't wait to bring you more indie game content in the years to come! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:15 - Reflections on the Year 00:10:43 - Recap of Games Covered in 2024-2025 00:32:54 - Kate & Emily's Top 5 Favorites 01:13:23 - Superlatives 01:44:55 - Thank You's 01:53:55 - Spring Season Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 12 Dec 2024 | Ep. 36 - UFO 50 | 01:49:47 | |
UFO 50, developed by Mossmouth, is not just a single game. This is a retro-inspired pack of 50 games, that represent the full library of titles published by the fictitious game company UFO Soft. These games' fictitious release dates span from the years 1982-1989 and were playable on three made up consoles. As you can tell, the lore goes deep in this game. The developers were meticulous in how they designed the game from each date, making sure to constrain the game's technical requirements to reflect the technology of that era. However, developers Derek Yu and Jon Perry were also thoughtful in the genres that they represented, including borrowing from some more modern genres for their games' mechanics and systems. In episode 36 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss their experience playing the retro-inspired UFO 50. This episode takes on a slightly different format, since talking in depth about 50 whole games would require a whole season on its own. The hosts go back and forth sharing some of their favorite titles from the pack (along with some of the games that didn't land for them). They also discuss a bit of the lore within the game, and their own histories of playing video games "back in the day." Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:10 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:15:10 - UFO 50 Discussion 01:31:25 - Game Ratings 01:39:48 - One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 13 Jun 2024 | Summer Game Fest 2024 Recap | 01:41:32 | |
This year brought us a huge showing of indie game announcements at Summer Game Fest, and we were truly blown away by the volume of exciting news delivered in the participating showcases. In this special Summer Game Fest edition of No Small Games, you'll hear our recap of our biggest highlights from these events. We're bringing you our favorites from Day of the Devs, Devolver Direct, Wholesome Direct, Latin American Games Showcase and Women-led Games Showcase! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:30 - Day of the Devs Highlights 00:33:54 - Devolver Digital Highlights 00:39:40 - Wholesome Direct Highlights 01:02:55 - Latin American Games Showcase Highlights 01:23:50 - Women-led Games Showcase Highlights Shoutouts Please check out our dear friend Meezy, who co-streamed the Wholesome Direct with us! She streams a combination of co-working, indie games and AAA games on Twitch: Check out @McMeezy_ on Twitch Meezy's Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 24 Apr 2023 | Bonus - Indie World Showcase | 00:41:51 | |
B-b-b-b-bonus episode time!! On April 19, Nintendo blessed us with a slew of indie game announcements in their Indie World Showcase. This week, Kate and Emily recap and react to the news. What game's sequel announcement had Kate saying "it was all worth it"? What 2022 indie game is actually too cozy for Emily? Find out in the very first bonus episode of No Small Games! Looking for the hosts' reaction to a certain game announcement? Check the timecodes below:
Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games IG ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 14 Dec 2023 | Bonus - Wholesome Snack 2023 | 00:37:13 | |
Did you think we were done with b-b-b-b-bonus episodes for 2023? Not quite!! On December 6, Wholesome Games held their Wholesome Snack: The Game Awards Edition 2023, a fun-sized 30 minute direct packed with indie game trailers and news. The showcase featured 20 new and upcoming game announcements, including many games that piqued Kate and Emily's interest! In this bonus episode, Kate and Emily count down their top 5 games that they're most excited for from this event (in no particular order). The co-hosts also brought in some guesses about each other's picks... let's see how many they got correct! We hope you enjoy this bite-sized bonus episode, covering the bite-sized 2023 Wholesome Snack! If you'd like to catch up on the entire Wholesome Snack, you can watch the entire showcase on YouTube. Timestamps Looking for a particular section of the episode? Check the timecodes below: 00:00:00 - Episode Start 00:00:30 - First Impressions of Wholesome Snack 00:03:40 - Kate & Emily's Top 5 00:27:50 - Runner-ups and Other News Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 28 Feb 2025 | Indie Game Roundup - February 2025 feat. Michael Gruar, Lunar Chippy Games | 02:04:41 | |
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This has been both the longest and shortest month in existence, but the good news is that we're back with a bunch of awesome indie games to talk about! This roundup features some brand new releases from the tail end of 2024, along with some indie classics popping in from our backlogs! Plus, we chat briefly about our most anticipated indies of the coming year, and some rad demos that we got to check out! Give your wishlists a pep talk before diving in, because they're about to grow! Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page. You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - February 2025 Show Notes Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:42 - Icebreaker Question 00:05:35 - Demos 00:11:39 - Wanderstop Preview 00:20:41 - Minishoot' Adventures 00:26:51 - Milk Inside a Bag of Milk Inside a Bag of Milk 00:31:01 - Ballionaire 00:35:46 - Haven 00:40:00 - Die in the Dungeon 00:43:35 - Rusty's Retirement 00:46:32 - SUPERHOT 00:47:44 - Iron Village 00:51:56 - Interview - Michael Gruary, Lunar Chippy Games Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 28 Sep 2023 | Ep. 12 - Venba | 01:32:17 | |
Food and cooking have the ability to connect us across generations, cultures and time itself. Who do you connect with through food?
Follow the story of Venba and Paavalan, who leave their home in India to start a new life and new family in Canada. This game provides an intimate view into their lives, as they face the challenges of immigration, parenthood, and all of the nuances in between,
Join Kate and Emily for the twelfth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the narrative cooking game Venba, by Visai Studios. The two discuss their relationship to cooking, family recipes, and their favorite moments from this phenomenally beautiful and thoughtful game.
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| 06 Feb 2025 | Ep. 40 - Crypt Custodian feat. Matt Storm | 02:37:45 | |
Crypt Custodian, developed by Kyle Thompson, is a touching and adorable metroidvania. You play as Pluto, a little cat who has just arrived in the afterlife, after a tragic end cut short his cozy life with his human family. Some accidental shenanigans lead to him being banned to spend all of eternity cleaning up trash from the outskirts of the underworld by Kendra, the guardian of the afterlife. Now Pluto has to fight corrupted beings, sweep up trash and make friends in order to make it back into Kendra's palace. In Episode 40 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily welcome Matt Storm to the show! Matt hosts a couple of gaming podcasts, including the "Fun" and Games Podcast, and is a self-described metroidvania "sicko." Together, the three discuss their experiences with this heartwarming (and occasionally heartbreaking) game. You'll hear their thoughts on this impressively large metroidvania map, the combat mechanics, and of course their favorite characters. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:09:50 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:21:10 - Meet Our Guest - Matt Storm 00:36:50 - Crypt Custodian Discussion 02:05:00 - Crypt Custodian Spoilers 02:11:05 - Game Ratings 02:18:28 - One Small Thing 02:36:40 - Next Episode's Announcement Meet our Guest Matt (they/them) @djstormageddon.com Matt Storm co-hosts and produces both the "Fun" and Games Podcast, covering all kinds of topics within gaming, and Reignite, a podcast by two friends who love storytelling, video games, and romance! They are also planning to return to streaming games on Twitch this year, and occasionally moonlight as a DJ. We're so grateful to them for joining us for this episode! Check out Matt's content and podcasts on the following platforms: Bluesky "Fun" and Games Podcast Reignite Podcast Matt's Citizen Sleeper 2 Review Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com | |||
| 21 Nov 2023 | Bonus - Indie World Showcase, Nov. 2023 | 00:47:55 | |
It's time for yet another b-b-b-b-bonus episode!! Nintendo held their second Indie World Showcase of 2023 on November 14, featuring over a dozen announcements about new and upcoming indie games coming to the Switch. In this bonus episode, Kate and Emily discuss these updates, comparing which of the Switch releases they are most looking forward to and which trailers they found the most captivating. Did Emily correctly guess the games that Kate was most looking forward to? Did Kate identify the "Emily games" among the list of featured titles? Were there any immediate must haves that the two absolutely HAD to buy? Find out in this special bonus episode of No Small Games! Timecodes Looking for the hosts' reaction to a certain game announcement? Check the timecodes below:
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| 08 Jun 2023 | Bonus - Pride | 00:53:47 | |
Happy Pride Month!! No Small Games is celebrating Pride by sharing some of our favorite indie games featuring LGBTQIA+ stories and characters. Indie video games and their developers are uniquely positioned to be able to tell stories that are too frequently left out of the mainstream, and to tell them in authentic ways. Kate and Emily shared their picks for 5 categories including: Favorite Game with a Queer Protagonist, Favorite Game with a Queer Storyline, and Favorite Game with Gay Parents. After recapping their favorite indie games for Pride month, our hosts review the demo of the upcoming arcade-style action roguelike Quiver Quarrel, developed by Cheeky Lions. TimecodesLooking for the hosts' picks for certain categories in their Pride Month favorites? Jump to the timecodes below to hear their choices:
You can play the demo of the arcade-style action roguelike Quiver Quarrel for free on Steam! "Guide five knights across increasingly treacherous terrain and through hordes of deadly monsters to save the royal children from marauding aliens, collecting as much precious goldfish as you can along the way." Quiver Quarrel is in development by Cheeky Lions. Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games IG ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
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