

We Play, You Play: Dredge with Oscar Montoya
Aug 28, 2023
Returning guest, Oscar Montoya, joins Heather, Nick, and Matt to discuss the satisfying fishing mechanics and creepy vibes of the game Dredge. They also touch on the retirement of Charles Martinet, the controversy of Chris Pratt's casting as the new voice of Mario, and their deep fascination with Vikings and Viking poetry. The hosts explore the features and experiences of Dredge, including the fishing mechanics, progression, madness mechanics, and the effects of magical powers from a collector's book. They also share their experiences of reaching the edge of the map in a video game and discuss the concept of closed loop and open loop systems.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Introducing Dredge
05:06 • 11min
Discussion of Disturbing Baby Doll Toy and Charles Martinet's Retirement
16:30 • 6min
Charles Retires from Mario, Chris Pratt Cast as Voice
22:23 • 26min
The Fascination with Vikings and Viking Poetry
48:03 • 5min
Discussion on the Video Game Dredge
53:22 • 5min
Fishing Mechanics and Progression
58:11 • 12min
Dredge: Spouses, Time Limits, and Madness Mechanics
01:09:47 • 19min
Racing the Engine and the Effects of Magical Powers
01:28:48 • 2min
Discovery and Demise in Uncharted Waters
01:30:29 • 21min
Exploring Closed and Open Loops, Strange Incidents, and Gratitude to a Guest
01:51:37 • 3min