Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast Time to Slime (feat. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Blue Prince, Unbeatable, and Mario Tennis Power Tour)
Jan 14, 2026
This week, AJ Fillari, a producer and on-air contributor, joins as co-host. They dive into the quirky parallels between 90s Nickelodeon game shows and Dragon Quest games. AJ shares his thoughts on Blue Prince’s unique design and randomness, while also exploring the modernized elements of Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. The duo discusses Unbeatable's innovative blend of rhythm and narrative, plus Brendon’s nostalgic rediscovery of Mario Tennis: Power Tour, highlighting its RPG training camp vibes. Tune in for a delightful mix of gaming insights!
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Recording Room Remodel
- Brendon spent a week rearranging his apartment and swapped rooms to get better light for recording.
- The room move left him without playtime for a week and highlighted how life tasks can pause gaming habits.
Price Perception Has Mental Buckets
- Pricing perception clusters around psychological tiers like "five dollars" despite exact amounts.
- The Peak team chose $7.99 because consumers mentally map that to a lower price tier.
Blueprints As Microbreak Game
- AJ dove back into Blueprints after pausing, using Game Pass then Steam.
- He used short drafting sessions during work breaks and streamed from PC to Xbox for flexibility.