Spawn On Me with Kahlief Adams: A Video Game Podcast

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Avowed with Game Director Carrie Patel! In this in-depth interview, we discuss the creative vision, gameplay mechanics, world-building, and RPG systems that make Avowed one of the most anticipated games from Obsidian Entertainment. From narrative design to player choices, Carrie Patel shares insights into how the team is shaping this epic fantasy adventure.🔹 What inspired Avowed’s world and story?🔹 How does gameplay evolve from Obsidian’s RPG legacy?🔹 What can players expect in terms of combat, exploration, and lore?

Founder and CEO of Vivrato, Adam Boyes joins us this week to talk about his new venture that is looking to level up the gaming industry. I also dig into Midnight Society's closing and much more!

The latest Developer Direct from Xbox has set the stage for an exciting 2025 with major game announcements like Doom the Dark Ages and Ninja Gaiden 4. Insights on Assassin's Creed showcase thrilling gameplay, while anticipation builds for the narrative-rich Yasuke's Game, emphasizing the need for diverse representation in gaming. The discussion also touches on Xbox's strategic advantages in a competitive landscape, especially against PlayStation. The episode concludes with heartfelt gratitude for community support and teasers for upcoming milestones.

In our first episode of 2025, we talk about Xbox's upcoming developer direct. Switch 2 is potentially being shown this week, Hyper Light Breaker is coming to early access, and friend of the show Alyssa Mercante comes on to discuss Square Enix's new company policy around harassment and what that means for grifters and bad actors.

This week we share a fantastic interview with Greg Foertsch, Co-Founder/CEO/Creative Director & Hector Antunez, Animation Director of Bit Reactor to talk about their new studio and the work they've done over the years to bring you games like XCOM and more. In the 411 this week I talk about how the new "This is an Xbox" marketing campaign is actually pulling from a ethos over 9 years in the making. In WWBP, I share thoughts on Crimson Desert and the goodness Pearl Abyss is cooking up.

This week I share thoughts after taking some time to hang out and attend the Game Awards.

The legend of Indiana Jones is back, and this game from MachineGames might just be the adventure fans have been waiting for! In this celebratory review, I dive into the storytelling brilliance, jaw-dropping graphics, and stunning visuals that make this one of my favorite games of the year. Whether you're a longtime fan of Indy or new to the franchise, this game is a treasure you won't want to miss.

This week I share some thoughts about Avowed Art Director Matt Hansen seeing harassment from the gaming public after poking Elon Musk. PlayStation celebrating its 30th anniversary and what I didn't learn after being on a podcast hosted by a member of GamerGate 2.0

In this episode of Spawn On Me we talk about the upcoming Game Awards and their nominations, I share thoughts about my time with South of Midnight and we dig into some thoughts about how Trump's election might affect the gaming industry as a whole.

In this exclusive interview, we dive deep with Zaire Lanier, one of the talented writers behind South of Midnight's main character, Hazel! Discover how Zaire approached writing a Black woman protagonist for this highly anticipated Xbox game and the inspirations that brought Hazel to life. With her unique storytelling style, Zaire shares the creative journey she and the team had to make Hazel a memorable character in a Southern Gothic world. Get ready for an inside look at the narrative heart of South of Midnight – a journey you won’t want to miss!