Mario, the popular plumber, joins the podcast to discuss the remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. The crew shares their best guesses for Summer Game Fest. Topics include unexpected pregnancy, gaming preferences, unique character creation, and exciting rumors about upcoming game releases.
Evolution of RPG games in different franchises discussed, highlighting unique character dynamics and gameplay variety.
Narrative richness and pacing nuances of RPG games like 'Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door' explored, emphasizing engaging gameplay experience.
'Prince of Persia: Rogue' unveiling sparks curiosity and comparisons with previous titles, stimulating discussions on the franchise's direction and reception.
Deep dives
Mario RPG Paper Game Discussion
The podcast episode delves into the world of Mario RPG games, specifically focusing on the uniqueness of Mario RPG paper format. It highlights the shift in the gaming landscape, where RPG elements were more prevalent in earlier titles like Sonic RPG, sparking a discussion on the evolution of RPG games and their inclusion in different franchises.
Family Feud RPG Concept
An intriguing concept discussed is the idea of a Family Feud RPG game, emphasizing the need for a diverse party with varying expertise, such as a wizard knowledgeable about sports and a knight specializing in unique areas like 'making whoopi.' The conversation amusingly explores the dynamics and character types required for this unconventional yet entertaining RPG setting.
Gaming Narrative and Pacing Insights
The episode delves into the narrative depth and pacing nuances of RPG games, focusing on the game 'Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.' It touches on the narrative richness and world-building of the game, with discussions on the gameplay experience, including the quirky characters, diverse settings, and balancing humor with darker themes. The episode also addresses the pacing challenges often associated with RPGs, acknowledging slow starts but emphasizing the eventual engaging and rewarding experience that unfolds as players delve deeper into the game.
Discussion on Prince of Persia Franchise
The hosts delve into the return of the Prince of Persia franchise with the release of 'Prince of Persia: Rogue', a game developed by the creators of Dead Cells. This new rogue-like take on the classic series sparks excitement and curiosity among the hosts, considering the unconventional move of having two Prince of Persia games released back-to-back. The comparison is drawn between this rogue version and the previous action-focused title, creating intriguing discussions around the direction of the series and the reception from fans.
Survivor TV Show Recap
The podcast hosts passionately reflect on the latest season of Survivor, labeling it as one of the wildest and most peculiar seasons in the show's history. From a contestant breaking the game's norms with unprecedented strategies to dramatic meltdowns over a missed Applebee's burger, the season is filled with memorable moments and intriguing characters. The hosts discuss the experimental editing style and production choices that add a fun and refreshing element to the season, elevating its entertainment value despite the questionable gameplay decisions.
Prince of Persia: Rogue Release
A new Prince of Persia game, 'Prince of Persia: Rogue,' has been unveiled, offering a rogue-like experience developed by the creators of Dead Cells. This unexpected release of another Prince of Persia title in such close proximity to a previous game sparks curiosity and speculation among the hosts. They explore the differences in gameplay and narrative approach compared to traditional titles in the series, leading to contemplative discussions on the evolution and reception of the iconic Prince of Persia franchise and its impact on gaming enthusiasts.
This week’s special guest is Mario! Or as some people say, Merry-O. The most popular plumber on our podcast returns with a remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. This might shock you, but Griffin is in love. What about the rest of the crew? In the back half, the Besties share their best guesses for Summer Game Fest.
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