The Cane and Rinse videogame podcast

Dive into the mind-bending world of a unique indie puzzle game that challenges perceptions of space and gravity. The solo developer's journey turned into a collaborative effort, exploring artistic inspirations and non-Euclidean architecture. Discover the balance between accessibility and challenge in gameplay, and how minimalist design can evoke emotions. The hosts share personal experiences, tackling development hurdles and community reactions, while highlighting the game's striking visuals and innovative mechanics.

Dive into the tumultuous backstory of Perfect Dark Zero, a controversial prequel to a beloved classic. The hosts dissect its mixed reception, from artistic choices to gameplay frustrations. Discover how the visuals and character designs compare to earlier titles, and explore the impact of its soundtrack. Reflect on the highs and lows of gameplay experiences, contrasting engaging environments with disappointing boss fights. Despite its flaws, nostalgia shines through in this critical retrospective of an iconic franchise’s legacy.

“If you love a character, you give them pain, ruin their lives, make them suffer.” Just ahead of the release of the fourth instalment in […] The post Dragon Age: Inquisition – Cane and Rinse No.641 appeared first on Cane and Rinse.

“Throw me back.” What better way to spend time in the ocean than to fish while trying not to succumb to ancient malices from the deep? […] The post Dredge – Cane and Rinse No.640 appeared first on Cane and Rinse.

“Good speech. Blast him.” Marvel’s relatively obscure comic book sci-fi misfits received a huge boost in recognition with their first MCU movie in 2014. Following a […] The post Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy – Cane and Rinse No.639 appeared first on Cane and Rinse.

“TWO YOUNG VAMPIRE HUNTERS SET OUT TO FULFILL THEIR DESTINY….” New protagonists for a new era. Initially, officially, considered to be a gaiden, Konami’s second […] The post Vampire Killer / Castlevania: Bloodlines / The New Generation – Cane and Rinse No.638 appeared first on Cane and Rinse.

“Go! Go! Go! Go-go!” It could have been Sonic 3D, but the tech wasn’t ready. In fact, the game itself wasn’t entirely ready when it […] The post Sonic 3 & Knuckles – Cane and Rinse No.637 appeared first on Cane and Rinse.

Dive into the fascinating journey of 'Vampire Survivors', evolving from a solo project to an indie sensation. Discover its engaging gameplay, charming visuals, and the ethical design that shuns microtransactions. The hosts share personal anecdotes about the addictive mechanics and strategic depth, enhanced by quirky soundtracks. Enjoy a lighthearted discussion around humorous game elements, and reflect on the enthusiastic online community that has sprung up around it. Explore the game’s future and potential expansions as they navigate this compelling gaming phenomenon.

“HOT FIGHTING HISTORY” Yie Ar Kung-Fu marked the first appearance of many core one-on-one fighting game tenets that remain in use fully 40 years later. […] The post Yie Ar Kung-Fu – Cane and Rinse No.635 appeared first on Cane and Rinse.

“Guess what. This house has an illusion wall.” This week, we put the “cane” back in Cane and Rinse with our discussion of DuckTales on […] The post DuckTales – Cane and Rinse No.634 appeared first on Cane and Rinse.