Finish The Fight: A Gaming Podcast

Have you yearned for the days of medieval combat? Maybe you'd like to go back even further to the days of the dinosaurs? Why not both? In this episode, Alex and Derek discuss the highly influential arcade game, Joust, where knights joust atop birds and pterodactyls. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

The followup to Sonic Adventure, Sonic Adventure 2 allowed us to see things from the bad guy's point of view and introduced one of the coolest anti-heroes in gaming, Shadow the Hedgehog! Join us for some Chao-tastic shenanigans as we discuss this Dreamcast hit and Gamecube staple. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

This week, Alex and Derek discuss one of Alex's favorite childhood games, Tales of Symphonia! A game with mixed reviews, yet a dedicated fanbase; join us as we talk about this unique Gamecube-era JRPG. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

What happens in the great beyond? What if its just as monotonous as day-to-day life can be? In this episode, Alex and Derek discuss a point-and-click adventure inspired by those questions, the Noir genre, and the Day of the Dead in a 90's classic: Grim Fandango Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Join us this week as we discuss the horror asymmetrical multiplayer game, Dead by Daylight! Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Alex and Derek discuss a game that helped launch the indie gaming takeover: Super Meat Boy! Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Howdy! This week we're taming dinos like futuristic cowboys and yeehawin' about a game that started with a lot of developer controversy and has been hit or miss in how it was received, but hey, dinosaurs. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Back this week with another GOAT in Resident Evil 4! A game that sparked controversy within its development team, Resident Evil 4 reinvented the series and changed gaming’s 3rd person perspective forever. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and you might be looking to have a cozy night of gaming with your significant other. Alex and Derek talk about their do's and don'ts for a successful gaming date night. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Starting off 2024 with a bang and discussing one of the most influential games of all time and still being ported to this day: Myst! Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Alex and Derek discuss the recent Insomniac ransom and leak as well as leaks in the gaming industry in general. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

We're throwing it back to another 90's classic game and console mascot with Spyro the Dragon! Insomniac's followup project after the commercially unsuccessful title, "Disruptor," ended up being a smash-hit that made Spyro a household name. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Alex and Derek discuss the "people" simulation game, Papers, Please. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Alex and Derek talk about a cult favorite inspired by cult favorites: Jet Set Radio! This short-lived series pushed the Dreamcast's limits and inspired many games in the years following through its unique gameplay and innovative style. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Alex and Derek discuss this year's Game Awards and name their picks for some select categories including Game of the Year Vote for your picks here: https://thegameawards.com/nominees Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Inspired by superhero tropes, Infamous aspired to let the player choose what kind of person they'd be if they suddenly received superpowers. While this game received positive reviews, it was also released to market facing many competing titles with similar playstyles. Join us as we discuss what made Infamous unique and how some of that may have been overlooked upon release. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Alex and Derek discuss Outer Wilds and indie publisher Annapurna Interactive Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Alex and Derek discuss the spiritual successor to the smash hit Goldeneye 007....Perfect Dark! This game has been referenced as both one of the greatest games of all time and as an underrated influence on the shooter genre. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

In this bonus episode, Alex and Derek discuss the future releases they're most excited for. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support

Back again with another indie title! This week, we're talking about The Binding of Isaac. Inspired by the developer's Christian upbringing, this game generated plenty of love as well as some controversy. Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/finishthefight⁠ Discord: https://discord.gg/7bnWSEzjgR Twitter: @FTFGameCast Instagram: @FinishtheFightPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finish-the-fight/support