On this week's episode, Jacob, Claire and Luke talk through the Wholesome Games Celebration event on Steam. Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Icebreaker Question: "What is your favorite Wholesome Game mechanic?" 3:30 - Wholesome Games Celebration 4:05 - Spiritstead 11:10 - Capy Castaway 15:40 - Mind Inc. 18:30 - Our Fave Demos 18:45 - Tony the Mole 21:20 - Jigrift 25:25 - Wild n Chill 32:00 - Beastfolk Barber 33:40 - Locomochi 34:25 - Little Sheep Valley 37:45 - Final Thoughts 38:45 - PAX West 2026 Plans and Outro Check out the event here Jacob's Panel at PAX West 2026 Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast

On this week's episode, it's time for another indie game review round up ft. Roger Reichardt from The Gamerheads Podcast! Check them out! We tackle Denshattack!, The Mermaid Mask, Kaz, Wabisabi Sushi Derby and Mistfall Hunter! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 5:30 - Icebreaker Question: "What is your end of summer/back-to-school rituals?" 12:20 - Denshattack! 21:25 - The Mermaid Mask 31:30 - Kaz 38:05 - Wabisabi Sushi Derby 42:05 - Mistfall Hunter 50:45 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast

On this week's show, Claire, Jacob and Joseph try to figure out how we can make video games more sustainably. Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:50 - Icebreaker Question: "What have you been playing?" 9:50 - What the hell is happening? The 90-second vent session. 16:50 - The early days of gaming 32:00 - Mid-budget masterpieces 37:10 - Are there too many games (the attention economy)? 44:30 - The maturation of the games industry compared to other industries 59:00 - A look to indie and theft 1:18:00 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast

Episode Notes This week, Luke and Jacob are joined by special guest Adam Gumbert (The Tier List & Respawn Aim Fire) to give their review of 007 First Light! Discussion starts spoiler free and then gets into spoilers later on. See timestamps below for more details. Check out Adam and the Tier List: A Video Game Podcast: Follow Adam on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adamgumby.bsky.social Check out the Tier List on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamGumby/podcasts Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:59 - Icebreaker Question: What is your personal history with the Bond franchise and the Hitman series? 09:10 - Overall Impressions 17:41 - Light Spoilers: Chess Match Mission and License to Kill Statuses 19:42 - End of Spoilers and Mission Approaches/Gameplay Structure  25:55 - The Flow of Combat, Tacsim, and Replaying Missions 35:44 - Spoiler-Filled Story Discussion: Opening Hours 1:02:03 - Spoiler-Filled Story Discussion: Second Half and the Ending 1:18:35 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Podcast on Instagram: @crossplayconvos Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social CantPause on Instagram Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast   Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast   Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast Video Game Trivia **

Episode Notes This week, Claire and Luke breakdown their thoughts on the early access launch of Subnautica 2. Tune in to hear how the highly anticipated sequel compares to Claire’s favorite game of all time. Episode Resources: GamesIndustry.biz - Subnautica 2 Coverage Minnmax - Subnautica 2 Lead Gameplay Designer Interview   Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:43 - Ice Breaker: What is your history with the Subnautica series? 3:28 - The launch of Subnautica 2 and overall impressions 31:14 - Can you jump into Subnautica 2 without playing the other games in the series? 31:56 - Spoilers for Subnautica 1 and 2 35:37 - The community discourse of Subnautica 2 48:24 - What would you like to see in Subnautica 2 1.0? 58:10 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Podcast on Instagram: @crossplayconvos Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social CantPause on Instagram Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast   Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast   Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast Video Game Trivia

On this week's show, the boys are back to talk about the Xbox Games Showcase, the Sony State of Play and their favorite games from Summer Game Fest 2026. Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Icebreaker Question: "What was favorite announcement of the weekend?" 7:30 - Our Three Faves Games from Summer Game Fest 2026 37:00 - What are our expectations going into a showcase? 42:00 - Dissecting the showcases (PS, SGF, Xbox) 1:25:00 - What games are we still waiting to hear about? Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast

Episode Notes This week, Joseph and Luke sit down and breakdown their thoughts on the state of the games industry in 2026. From what publishers are making the biggest impact to their thoughts on the importance of the indie scene, this is a wide ranging fireside chat ahead of the summer showcase season.  Episode Resources: Joseph’s Mixtape Article on CantPause MinnMax Spotlight - Virtue and a Sledgehammer Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Icebreaker: Who is your favorite publisher in gaming currently? 7:44 - How do you feel about the industry as a whole right now? 38:27 - Are AAA vital to the games industry? 57:16 - What’s your most anticipated first-party and indie games for the reminder of 2026? 1:01:45 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Podcast on Instagram: @crossplayconvos Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social CantPause on Instagram Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast   Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast   Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast Video Game Trivia **

On this week's show, Joseph and Jacob are joined by Travis Colenutt to talk about some new indie gaming hotness! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Icebreaker Question: "What's going on with the Left Behind Game Club ?" 9:00 - Replaced 22:45 - Titanium Court 34:30 - Mouse P.I. For Hire 42:40 - Gambonaza by Blukulélé 56:40 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast

Episode Notes This week, the crew chats about their time playing three recent indie releases including Dosa Divas, Fishbowl, and Planet of Lana II. Spoilers for the episode: these games are great and there’s something for everyone! Thanks to Popagenda and Wholesome Games for providing review code for this episode. Games Discussed During Today’s Episode: Dosa Diva - Outerloop Games Thirsty Suitors - Outerloop Games Fishbowl - imissmyfriends.studio Planet of Lana II - Wishfully Episode Resources: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie as Reviewed By A Four-Year Old - Jessica Cogswell | GameSpot Video Game Trivia: Judgement Hour (PAX East 2026) VOD   Game-Pardy! A PAX East Quiz Show Event VOD - Featuring Jacob and hosted by Adam Gumbert Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 2:19 - Ice Breaker Question: What did we think of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie? 16:07 - Dosa Divas 24:56 - Fishbowl 34:40 - Planet of Lana II 46:09 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Podcast on Instagram: @crossplayconvos Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social CantPause on Instagram Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast   Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast   Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast Video Game Trivia **

Episode Notes This week, the crew returns from PAX East 2026 in Boston to recap all of the games that they played during the show. Get your wishlists ready and support some amazing indie developers and their games! Games Discussed During Today’s Episode: Crystalmancers - Vania Games Gnaw -  Redstart Interactive ShantyTown - Erik Rempen Tales of Tuscany - Nico Papalia Moldwasher - Rubel Games Replaced - Sad Cat Studios Memoria Wake - Team Crescendo Oku - Irox Games Grave Seasons - Perfect Garbage Canvas City - Disc 2 Games Dreadmoor - Dream Dock Cat Secretary - Good Story Guild Curse Chapter: Dawnthief - Colorgrave Inkblood - Hey Bird! Tails of Fate - Chase the Bunny Reclaim! Azhe-giiwewining - Grassroots Indigenous Multimedia Backyard Baseball - Mega Cat Studios Golfle - Giant Margarita Do a Crime - Collywobble Games Jigrift - Empty Castle Games Well-dweller - Kyle Thompson Reel tiny - Red Rabbit Games Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Ice Breaker Question: What have you been playing after PAX? 7:38 - Our Overview of PAX East 2026 15:34 - PAX East Game of the Show Awards and honorable mentions 1:10:59 - Speed Round Shout Outs 1:18:49 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social CantPause on Instagram Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast   Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast   Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast Video Game Trivia **