Not Your Mama's Gamer

This week we sit down with Courtney Craven (@cyclopediabrain), the co-founder of Can I Play That? (caniplaythat.com) to talk about how CIPT (@caniplaythat) started, where it is now, and where they see it going in the future. They are doing so much amazing work in the area of accessibility and you should definitely check out this episode! What We're Playing:Microsoft Flight SimulatorFinal Fantasy XIVPokemon UniteMonster Hunter Stories 2Splitgate Deep Rock GalacticStardew ValleyFall GuysRed Dead Redemption 2MinecraftFallout 76Crusader Kings IIIDon't Starve Together *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Odds Against by Dick FrancisBlack Sun by Rebecca RoanhorseSiege and Storm by Leigh Bardugo Legendborn by Tracy DeonnAnd Now I Spill the Family Secrets by Margaret Kimball What We're Drinking:Moscato and Diet Vernors (not together)Chamomile TeaBig Hazy Wolf Mango Wheat AleSprite

Yes, we are a little behind, but having a bit of a break for the summer was great and gave us a chance to get rejuvenated! What We're Playing:Final Fantasy VIIRTools Up!Moving Out!Final Fantasy XIVOvercooked: All You Can Eat*Far Cry 5Rain On Your ParadeBuilding Have Feeling TooPokemon SnapBeasts of Maravilla Island*Legend of Mana*Geminose*Hokko Life*Biomutant*Ratchet and ClankScarlet Nexus *Code Provided for streaming purposes What We're Reading:Luster by Raven LelaniAmari and the Night Brothers by B.B. AlstonOne Last Stop by Casey McQuistonWhat We're Drinking:Red Trolley AleJack and the coveted Diet Pepsi

This week we are kicking back and having a chill discussion about the games that we've just been playing for ourselves. What We're Playing: Phasmophobia Fall Guys Fortnite SoD2 Left 4 Dead 2 The Walking Dead WoWD&DDivinity 2Remnant From the Ashes Trine 4 Rival Restaurants Valhiem Monster Hunter World Spiderman Remaster Crooks Like Us* Magic Twins* Littlewood Stardew Valley FFXIV *Code Provided for streaming purposesWhat We're Reading:Luster by Raven LeilaniLegendborn by Tracy Deonn Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro Romance of the Three KingdomsWhat We're Drinking:McKenzie's Black Cherry Hard CiderGuinnessOhza Classic Mimosa

This week we talk about experience playing Cyberpunk 2077 (on PS4, Xbox Series X, and PC). We are specifically saying that this is not a review because we have not finished the game in its entirety. NB: As a kind of carbon offset the cost of the game was donated to queer and trans specific charities to account for the purchase of the game which promotes racist, homophobic, and transphobic characterizations. What We're Playing: Cyberpunk 2077Fenyx Immortals Rising Ghost of Tsushima PhasmophobiaMiles MoralesAstro's Playroom JudgementSackboy: A Big AdventureBalan Wonderworld (demo)What We're Reading:Legendborn by Tracy DeonnCemetery Boys by Aiden ThomasSuch a Fun Age by Kiley ReidCirce by Madeline Miller What We're Drinking:Coke w/ Spiced Rum Whiskey GingerOhza Classic Bellini

This week we welcome back eight of our NYMG fam from the past to talk about our time here. There is lots of laughter and lots of tears. Grab a drink and a box of Kleenex. (Rest in Peace, Charlotte Hyde. You are missed today and everyday.)What We're Playing: Fenyx Immortals Rising For the King Hades PhasmophobiaMiles MoralesAstro's PlayroomWhat We're Reading:Speak (Graphic Novel)Cemetery BoysWhat We're Drinking:Fireball + Apple Cider Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano D'abruzzoOhza Classic Bellini

This week we talk gift giving ideas. So whether you are looking to buy something for the winter holidays or just because we have some ideas for you. We had fun recording this one and we hope that you have listening to it. What We're Playing:Immortals Fenyx Rising*Black Ops: Cold War*Bugsnax*Sakuna: Of Rice and RuinSplatoon 2Pandemic Legacy Season 2Hyrule WarriorsFire Emblem WarriorsDungeons and DragonsSea of ThievesWorld of Warcraft *Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased. What We're Reading:Black Sun by Rebecca RoanhorseA Memory Called Empire by Arkady MartineShrill by Lindy West What We're Drinking:Sky Patrol winter wheat ale by Brewery Vivant Fever Tree Ginger Beer and Jack DanielsTazo Earl Grey teaGift idea links at http://www.nymgamer.com/?p=18277Corkcicle Tumblers and CanteensEtsy Craft KitsEtsy MasksPhasmophobiaAzul: Summer PavilionSamsung Curved MonitorDice Advent Calendar (Etsy)BMO Switch Holder (Etsy)Switch Keychains (Etsy)Pet Toy: Airb

This week we talk about the latest installment in the The Dark Pictures Anthology, Little Hope by Supermassive Games. Is there hope? Will it live up to our expectations? And just for fun there is a spoiler segment after the main podcast! Have fun!What We're Playing:The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little HopeBugsnax *Pikmin 3Unrailed *MaroonersDarksiders GenesisPhasmophobiaWorld of Warcraft*Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased. What We're Reading:A Discovery of Witches by Deborah HarknessQueen's Gambit by Walter TevisSlayer by Kierstan WhiteCemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas What We're Drinking:Kings of Prohibition Cab/Shiiraz blendCalifornia Roots MoscatoApple Cider with dark rum and cinnamon schnapps

This week we talk to Amanda Gardner, the narrative director at The Deep End Games about their new project, Romancelvania over on Kickstarter.What We're Playing:Fall GuysStar Wars SquadronPandemic Legacy Season 2Nexomon Extinction*Genshin ImpactLittle Big Workshop*Going Under*WarframeWorld of Warcraft *Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased. What We're Reading:A Discovery of Witches by Deborah HarknessDread Nation by Justina IrelandWe Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley JacksonGaming Sexism by Amanda CoteIntersectional Tech by Kishonna GrayInto the Motherland (TTRPG Campaign) What We're Drinking:A Mid-Winter's Night Dram (bourbon)Ace Pear CiderWhiskey Ginger Barefoot CabernetImportant links:Romancelvania http://www.thedeependgames.com/Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thedeependgames/romancelvania

This week are the next gen console release dates are looming we talk about what we're excited for, what frustrates us, and more! What We're Playing:FFXIVFall GuysDungeons and DragonsAmong UsCraftopiaEco*Genshin ImpactJenny LeClue*Mario 3D All-StarsRPG MAker MXWorld of WarcraftWhat We're Reading:Dread Nation by Justina IrelandThe Devil All the Time by Donald Ray Pollock Shadow of Kyoshi by F.C. YeeAn Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa TahirWhat We're Drinking:Vandermill Totally RoastedBravazzi Hard Italian Soda (Grapefruit) Barefoot Cabernet*Sam received PR codes for these titles, but as always her opinions are her own and totally unbiased.

This week we talk with Jo Gautier, Art Director at Thunder Lotus Games about their new game Spiritfarer (2020), a cozy management game about dying. We talk about hugging mechanics, consent, working from home and more in this amazing conversation. What We're Playing:SpiritfarerGarden StoryA Short HikeFFXIVMarvel Avengers*Dying LightJourney to the Savage PlanetFall GuysDungeons and DragonsWhat We're Reading:Dread Nation by Justina IrelandIntersectional Tech by Kishonna L. GrayRise of Kyoshi by F.C. YeeShadow of Kyoshi by F.C. YeeWhat We're Drinking:CoffeeAce Pineapple CiderCabernetWater

This week we talk with Dr. Amanda Phillips (Georgetown University), author of Gamer Trouble: Feminist Confrontations in Digital Culture about games, feminism, and getting in trouble.What We're Playing:Overcooked 2AC OdysseyBinding of IsaacOobletsStory of SeasonsGroundedFFXIVThe Sims 4InflictionMan of MedanUntil DawnGhost of TsushimaBlackout ClubHunt: ShowdownWe Were Here TogetherWhat We're Reading:Gamer Trouble, of course!What We're Drinking:Homemade Pineapple ShandyCiderboys LimencelloBrewery Vivant's Tropical SaisonBarefoot Cab

This week Sam and Jordyn talk about larger vs smaller game experiences and the future of "next gen" gaming.What We're Playing:Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town (Remake) Ooblets (Early Access) Diablo III Overcooked 2Minecraft Dungeons Borderlands 3 FFXIVWhat We're Reading:We're ashamed to admit itWhat We're Drinking:Coke Energy and Jack DanielsBarefoot Sangria

This week we have an impromptu conversation about sexual harassment, Black Lives Matter, and shake ups in the game industry. And it all started with Sam's new Twitch cup.What We're PlayingFFXIVGoosebumps: Dead of Night, Desperados IIIWarzoneDynasty Warriors 8Animal Crossing: New HorizonsMafiaWhat We're ReadingAn Ember in the AshesAsh Princess SeriesRace to the Sun by Rebecca RoanhorseA Ballad of Snakes and Songbirds 7 1/2 deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle EverlessRise of KyoshiWhat We're DrinkingSneaky SneakyMoscatoBlue Moon

This week we Jordyn and Sam talk about their short lists of the games slated for summer release that they are most looking for. There are some surprises along the way.What We're Playing:Breath of the WildLife is Strange 2FFXIV Animal CrossingCall of Duty: WarzoneGolf With Your FriendsIsland SaverMoving OutWhat We're Reading:Ash Princess SeriesRace to the Sun by Rebecca RoanhorseWhat We're Drinking:Sangria and Sparkling WaterGuinessSpace Dust IPA

This week we talk about social games in the time of social distancing. Want to know what you can play with your friends and family? This is the episode to check out. Resources below!What We're Playing:MGS V, Hearthstone, Pandemic Season 2, IslandersAnimal Crossing, Later Daters, FFXIV, FFVII JackboxWelcome to Your Perfect Place/HomeFFVII CodenamesAnimal CrossingScattegoriesPictionaryTabletop SimulatorWhat We're Reading:Ash Princess SeriesSlayRobin McKinley's Deerskin Robin McKinley's Chalice What We're Drinking:New Belgium Mural and an old fashionedcherry rum and cherry cokeSangriaOnline Gaming Resources:Links online at http://www.nymgamer.com/?p=18201

This week we talk about gaming in the age of social distancing. We talk about playing Kind Words (Popcannibal 2019) and gaming in general in the time of social distancing.*Shout out to the background noise at the very beginning. We’re also dealing with podcasting in the age of social distancing/isolationWhat We’re Playing:Stardew ValleyAnimal CrossingKind WordsHearthstoneState of Decay 2Words with FriendsFinal Fantasy XIVShop TitansWhat We’re Reading:Ash Princess serieswebtoonsHomeschooling resourcesWhat We’re Drinking:France Cabernetsparkling moscatoVandermill Vandy

This week Sam and Jordyn talk about microtransactions. What we like, what we don’t like, and whether or not they’re a necessary evil! Also Jordyn shares super exciting news.What We’re Playing:Death SquaredStardew ValleyPenguin IsleThe Snack World: A Dungeon CrawlBless Unleashed*The Division 2State of Decay 2Final Fantasy XIV (Final Fantasy XIV: Dad of Light series on Netflix)What We’re Reading:Saw Bones podcastSlay by Brittney MorrisWhat We’re Drinking:Peet’s coffee with Mexican coffee liqueurWay too much friggin’ Nitro Cold Brew* Sam received stream codes for these games, but as always her opinions are her own and not influenced by the receipt of the code.

This week Sam, Alisha, and Jordyn tackle the topic of walkthroughs. Do we use them? When, why, and what kind? As always we have some very strong opinions.What We're Playing:Untitled Goose GameCat LadySurviving the AftermathFinal Fantasy XIVTemtemJourney to the Savage PlanetShop TitansBreath of the WildBig Book of MadnessHearthlandsWhat We're Reading:The Deep by Rivers SolomonSlay by Brittany MorrisFive Dark FatesWhat We're Drinking:Spiced Rum and Dr. PepperVandermill VandyJ&B on the rocks

This week Sam, Alisha, and Jordyn talk about their top 10 games of the decade. Check out what we have to say about what made the cut and why.What We're Playing:Octopath TravelerFire Emblem: Three HousesThe StretchersMario and Rabbids Kingdom BattleLife is Strange 2Finished Jedi: Fallen OrderImhotepCat LadyCodenames DuetLittle Dragons CafeRomancing Saga 3HearthlandsWhat We're Reading:The Deep by Rivers SolomonMidnight Son by James Dommek JrWhat We're Drinking:White Zinfandel, Water, Half shot of Coconut RumCoffee and GumballheadMountain Dew Kickstart and Vandermill Totally RoastedOur Lists:Alisha:Fallout: New VegasState of Decay DishonoredBreath of the WildSlay the SpireMGSVLife Is StrangeBloodbornePokemon GoPandemic Legacy Honorable MentionFirewatchPTUntil DawnStardew Valley Things I should have played but didn’t:BrothersOuter WildsPapers, PleaseJordyn:MinecraftUntil DawnForgotton AnneAssassins Creed: BrotherhoodNight in the WoodsLegend of Zelda: BoTWLife is StrangeDivinity Original Sin 2Mass Effect 2Overcook

This week Sam, Alisha, and Jordyn are chatting about things they'd suggest for holiday shopping lists and of course a conversation about accessibility breaks out.What We're Playing:Woven*Bee Simulator*Pokemon SwordStar Wars Jedi: Fallen Order*Sparklite*Death StrandingTorchlight IIWhat We're Reading:The Deep by Rivers SolomonAlias Grace by Margaret AtwoodFive Dark Fates by Kendare BlakeWhat We're Drinking:GuinessRed WineHot Toddy* Sam received PR codes for these games for streaming and review purposes, but all opinions are honest.