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Mar 10, 2015 • 2h 9min
92 - Anticipation
Man, March is going to be crazy! The whole crew is filled with anticipation (hence the title), and it's proving rather difficult to keep their hype in check. Still, we have some cool stuff to talk about this week, including Rob's new Playstation 4, some off-topic debates, and Derek's journey into Atelier Shallie. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, and Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Feb 17, 2015 • 1h 42min
91 - Party of Five
Jeez, there are almost too many games to talk about this week. We've got Citizens of Earth, Criminal Girls, Darkest Dungeon, Ghost Song, Code Name: S.T.E.A.M., and a little Brandish to keep you warm during this incredibly cold winter. Oh, and there was some kind of new trailer for a game that has everyone hyped. I think it was called Persona 5 or something. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, John Tucker, and Jeremy Harnage Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Jan 21, 2015 • 2h 10min
90 - Sanctuary
2015 is upon us, and we're certainly excited about all of the amazing looking RPGs to come. Before we board the hype train, however, we talk about some gaming trends and whether or not we actually have time to play all of these massive games. Stay tuned after the main show for our interview with Michelle and James over Ska Studios, who are currently working on Salt and Sanctuary. It looks like a 2D Dark Souls, so you know Rob and Stephen are excited! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Caitlin Argyros Special Guest(s): Michelle and James Silva from Ska Studios Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Dec 28, 2014 • 1h 40min
89 - Shimmershine
Rob talks about the hardships of dragon hunting, Derek describes the keys to the sphere grid in Final Fantasy X International, and Stephen expands on the virtues of Dungeonmans. Oh, and there's a ton of news to talk about, including possibly the biggest troll EVER! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Dec 1, 2014 • 1h 41min
88 - Chibi Hearts
The gang gets right to business with Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth, Stephen goes gaga over Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX, and Derek shares his thoughts on Tales of Hearts R. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Nov 14, 2014 • 1h 48min
87 - Fallen Dragon
We've got a big one for y'all this week. The gang talks about Lords of the Fallen, Valkyria Chronicles, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Freedom Wars and Fantasy Life. Be sure to stay tuned after the regular show for our exclusive interview with Cameron Lee, producer of Dragon Age: Inquisition. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen, Caitlin Argyros Special Guest(s): Cameron Lee - Producer of Dragon Age: Inquisition Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Oct 24, 2014 • 1h 27min
86 - The Vanishing of Kyle E. Miller
Kyle vanishes while playing The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, Stephen defends mobile games with Terra Battle, strategy is discussed in Legend of Grimrock 2, and the gang all plead for a re-release of Suikoden II. ARE YOU LISTENING, KONAMI?!!! Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Kyle E. Miller Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Oct 1, 2014 • 1h 38min
85 - The Suplex Show
Derek talks about Persona 4: Arena Ultimax and Curtain Call (I'm not writing Theatrhythm... dammit!), Stephen takes us through Natural Doctrine while Rob guides us around Wasteland 2, and then the guys get excited for Final Fantasy XV. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Aug 28, 2014 • 2h 3min
84 - Point and Click
Rob discusses the finer points of adventure games with The Walking Dead and Shadowgate, Derek steals clothes in Akiba's Trip, and Stephen talks about Sword Art Online and a lot of other games. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Derek Heemsbergen Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com

Jul 24, 2014 • 1h 57min
83 - The D Show
Dave tries to convey the awesomeness of Divinity: Original Sin, Stephen boards the hype train for Destiny, Rob hates Dark Souls II (wait, what?), and listener questions are answered. Featuring: Robert Steinman, Stephen Meyerink, Dave Yeager Questions? Comments? Spare Potions? Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com


