Not Your Mama's Gamer

This week Sam sits down and talks with TreaAndrea Russworm (Professor of Fun, USC) and Cicero Holmes (Podcaster, Game Player, and still the Bruce Wayne of Brookago) about the definition and examples of Black games (and tangentially the wizard game that must not be named).What We're Playing God of War RagnorokGod of War (2018)Marvel SnapFire Emblem EngageMars BaseI am FutureFabledomSteamWorld Build

This week we talk about the 2023 game releases that we are most excited for! What We're Playing God of War RagnorokPokemon VioletSpiderman: Miles MoralesKynseedLen's Island*GroundedCrusader Kings 3Core KeeperAvatar Legends*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're ReadingBabel by RF KuangSpare by Prince HarryComics: Turf Wars, Ruins of the Empire, Patterns in TimeWhat We're DrinkingWhiskey GingerStrawberry LemonadeTropical Beer Hug, Imperial IPA

This week we talk about our top 5 games of 2022. Looking forward at all of the new releases of 2023.What We're Playing:Dying Light 2 Tiny Tina's WonderlandPokemon VioletMarvel Midnight Suns*Beacon Pines*Dragon Quest Treasure*Romancing SaGa: Minstrel's Ballad*Marvel Snap*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:The Dawn of Yangchen by FC YeeAmari and the Great Game by B.B. AlstonWhat We're Drinking:Newtopia: Chai Me a RiverSneaky Sneaky

This week we are talking about things that you might pick up for folks on your Winter Holidays gift list (or anytime really).What We're Playing:Dying Light 2 Strange HorticultureThe Devil in MePokemon VioletHarvestella*Marvel Snap *Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading: The Dawn of Yangchen by FC YeeAmari and the Great Game by B.B. AlstonWhat We're Drinking:Stone Imperial StoutA bootleg Sneaky SneakyLinks of Note:Selections from Jordyn's List:Candles: https://cantripcandles.com/collectionsCoffee Calendar: https://beanbox.com/coffee-gifts/coffee-advent-calendar Avatar Giftbox: https://thenickbox.com/pages/avatar-the-last-airbender-boxCustom Keycaps: https://nerdylittlesecrets.bigcartel.com/product/korok-botw-keycap

This week we are talking about what we are playing with Dr. TreaAndrea Russworm (USC Cinematic Arts) about what we've been playing lately.What We're Playing:Call of Duty: Modern Warfare IILonesome Village*Harvestella*Mario v Rabbids: Sparks of HopeFor the KingDeep Rock GalacticStrange HorticultueAgainst the StormGTA V OnlineSpiritfarerTacoma *Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading: The Dawn of Yangchen by FC YeeAmari and the Great Game by B.B. AlstonThe Cold War by Odd Arne WestadAtomic Habits by James ClearThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.What We're Drinking:Stone Hazy IPAGolden State Radical Guava CiderFog Land Washington RieslingLinks of Note:[History Channel] The Toys That America Built: The Birth of Video Games

This week we are talking about our experience playing Stray from BlueTwelve Studio. What We're Playing:Tower of FantasyStardew ValleyExtractionStray*Sea of ThievesThis War of MineFramed*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:The Dawn of Yangchen by FC YeeI'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdyLegends and Lattes by Travis BaldreeWhat We're Drinking:LemonadeIced CoffeeTemblor Brewing Co. Raspberry Creamsicle

This week we are talking about the games that we are looking forward to the most as we wind up the summer game releases.What We're Playing:FramedExtractionStrayDinkumTime on Frog Island*Xenoblade Chronicles 3Cities SkylinesCatanMinecraft DungeonsBack4Blood*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:Six of Crows by Leigh BardugoAhsoka by E.K. JohnstonThe Dawn of Yangchen by F.C. YeeHoney Girl by Morgan RogersWhat We're Drinking:Mother Earth Brewing Co - Cali Creamin’ Vanilla Cream AleTropical AbominationOur Most Anticipated List:Two Point Campus https://store.steampowered.com/app/1649080/Two_Point_Campus RPG Time: The Legend of Wright https://store.steampowered.com/app/1839510/RPG_Time_The_Legend_of_Wright Saint's Row https://www.deepsilver.com/en/games/saints-row Disney Dreamlight Valley https://store.steampowered.com/app/1401590/Disney_Dreamlight_Valley Cult of the Lamb https://store.steampowered.com/app/1313140/Cult_of_the_Lamb South of the Circle https://store.steampowered.c

This week we are chatting with Stephanie Jones (incoming Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University) about Final Fantasy XIV, community building, and the Black Girls of Eorzea (BGE) project that she is working on with Sam.If you would like to try Final Fantasy XIV an unlimited, free trial is available at https://freetrial.finalfantasyxiv.com/na.What We're Playing:Final Fantasy XIVFall GuysCore KeeperDeep Rock GalacticCities: SkylinesGame of Thrones (Digital Edition)We Were Here ForeverArcade Spirits 2**Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:Crooked KingdomAmari and the Night BrothersWhat We're Drinking:Oat milk EspressoTropical AbominationNude Peach Peaches and Cream Milkshake IPAFruit Punch Powerade

This week we are talking about Kirby and the Forgotten Land (Nintendo Switch). We've been so excited for the post-apocalyptic puffball, how did it fare?What We're Playing:Kirby and the Forgotten LandFrostpunkValheimLego Star Wars: The Skywalker SagaFor the KingUnlock!My Time at Sandrock*Arcade Spirits 2*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:The Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline BoulleyWhat We're Drinking:Southern Peach LemonadeEagle Brewery Banana Bread BeerSneaky Sneaky

This week we chat with Alexandra Orlando, Community Manager at Kitfox Games developers of Boyfriend Dungeon and the upcoming titles Dwarf Fortress and Mossfield Origins.Twitter: KitfoxGamesTiktok: @kitfoxgamesWhat We're Playing:Rogue Legacy 2Stardew ValleyYeardleCOD: Cold WarHood: Outlaws and LegendsKirby and the Forgotten LandRainbow Six: ExtractionFramedWinkeltje*Cat Cafe Manager**Code was received for streaming and review purposes. What We're Reading:Oathbringer by Brandon SandersonCrooked KingdomFirekeepers Daughter by Angeline BoulleyWhat We're Drinking:Pinot GrigioSneaky SneakyPurple Haze Raspberry LagerBlackberry Lemon Aha

This week we talk with Amanda Schofield, Co-Founder, Managing Director, and Creative Director at Studio Drydock. Wylde Flowers is on Steam and coming to PC and consoles in 2022. Available to wishlist on Steam now.What We're Playing:Oxygen Not IncludedWylde FlowersLego Star Wars: The Skywalker SagaAnimal CrossingMinecraftKirby and the Forgotten LandWhat We're Reading:Song of the Crocodile by Nardi SimpsonLast Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda LoWhat We're Drinking:CoffeeUncle Nearest 1856 & Diet VernorsRed PowerAdeDragon's Milk Stout

This week we talk with Miranda Due, Associate Producer at Treyarch, about DEI, museums, and Nancy Drew.What We're Playing:Tools Up DLCGhostwire TokyoWordle. Secdordle, KilordleKirby and the Forgotten LandPrincess Farmer*Cats in TimeRune Factory 5 *Code was received for streaming and review purposes. What We're Reading:Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda LoWhat We're Drinking:Pineapple WineUncle Nearest 1856 & Diet VernorsA Happy White Wine AccidentBlack Cherry Sparkling Ice

This week we are talking about co-op games of the online and couch varieties.What We're Playing:Crusader Kings IIISedecordleWarlords Battlecry 3Call of Duty: Cold WarRainbow Six ExtractionWylde FlowersCapybara Spa*Chocobo GPMonster Hunter RiseRune Factory 5 *Code was received for streaming and review purposes. What We're Reading:The Obelisk Gate by N.K. Jemisin What We're Drinking:Sneaky Sneaky: Deep Eddy's Sweet Tea Vodka & Lemonade Chocolate MilkScissor Kick Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon

This week we are talking about the games that we return to the most and why. What We're Playing:BastionEl Hijo*Horizon Forbidden WestThe Hundred Year Kingdom*Dying Light 2Rainbow Six ExtractionHollow KnightCrusader Kings IIIOctordle*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:The Obelisk Gate by N.K. JemisinTrail of Lightning by Rebecca RoanhorseWhat We're Drinking:Sneaky Sneaky Apple JuiceSaturn's Rings Cabernet (2017)

This week we are talking about the cozy nature of post-apocalyptic games.What We're Playing:Pokemon Legends: ArceusRainbow Six: ExtractionState of Decay 2Hollow KnightSudokuGin RummyCartoDeep Rock GalacticStar Wars Squadrons*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:The Obelisk Gate by N.K. JemisinThe Toxic Meritocracy of Games by Christopher A. PaulGamer Trouble by Amanda PhillipsCrooked Kingdom by Leigh BardugoWhat We're Drinking:"Comfort" Guinness Salted Carmel, fudge, marshmallow "comfort" milkshakeJoe coffee with oatmilk

This week we are talking about the top 5 games that we are looking forward to in 2022.What We're Playing:Shim Megami Tensei VMario Party SuperstarsChicory*Shovel Knight: Pocket Dungeon*Fallout 76Crusader Kings IIIDegrees of SeparationArkWordleTropico 6Life is Strange: True ColorsHalo Infinite Multiplayer/Halo MCC*Code was received for streaming and review purposes.What We're Reading:Rosewater by Tade ThompsonStormlight Archive by Brandon SandersonCrooked Kingdom by Leigh BardugoWhat We're Drinking:Whiskey Sour (Uncle Nearest)Cinnamon Hot ChocolateRed Wine (Alucado - Alicante Bouschet)

This week we are talking about the 20th anniversary celebration of Xbox and our take on some of the latest shooters.What We're Playing:Mass Effect Legendary EditionPokemon GoHavenKena: Bridge of SpiritsDon't Starve TogetherCoDSodokuPokemon Brilliant DiamondHalo Infinite MultiplayerWhat We're Reading:Six of Crows What We're Drinking:Blueberry Wine by Stella RosaHot ChocolateGrapefruit Sparkling Water

This week we share our first impression of Ubisoft's new game Far Cry 6. We are all still actively playing it and are not finished, but we wanted to talk about our first impressions. We will also be having a conversation after we complete our playthroughs.What We're Playing:Far Cry 6 Halo Infinite Beta Kena: Bridge of Spirits FFXIV Pokemon UniteDivinity Original Sin 2 CoD: Black Ops Cold War *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Fifty Words for RainOur Stories Carried Us HereSix of CrowsWhat We're Drinking:Cherry Kool-AidCoffee with Bailey'sPineapple Monster and Coconut Rum

This week we talking about the games that we saw at Gamescom. What we're excited about, what we're waiting to hear more about, and beyond. Episode is a little delayed so sorry folks!! What We're Playing:CoD Vanguard Beta Divinity Original Sin 2 State of Decay 2 Valheim Kena: Bridge of Spirits Staxel FFXIV Where's Samantha?*Deep Rock Galactic Luigis MansionOperation Tango *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Fifty Words for RainSolutions and Other ProblemsSix of Crows What We're Drinking:Black Cherry ShastaGuinnessAce Pineapple Cider

This week we talking about the games that we saw at Gamescom. What we're excited about, what we're waiting to hear more about, and beyond. Episode is a little delayed so sorry folks!! What We're Playing:Starwars SquadronsFinal Fantasy XIVDeep Rock GalacticStardew ValleyPhasmophobiaValheimBoyfriend DungeonPokemon UniteIslandersKitaria Fables* *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Shadow and Bone TrilogyLooking for Group (Web Comic)The Old GuardThe Umbrella AcademyBlack Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse What We're Drinking:Fruit Punch Capri SunGolden Roads: Mango CartLoves Me Not Rose