Checkpoint Magazine Podcast

In this module Jake and Tamer discuss the darker side of platform games. How are they concieved, why is platform pretence light and fluffy when actually it's quite a morbid narrative? The #metoo movement comes into discussion too as well as a brief mention of gamergate. But not to worry, it's not all dark! There is the quiz, which Tamer forgets is his turn, but is able to knock out a few questions during the course of the podcast... The team are also looking at implementing the forum for the site. Please do let us know if you're interested in this. You can let us know over at Twitter (@CheckpointMzine), this will be done over the coming weeks.

Jake and Tamer end up going a little off-the-beaten-track to discuss nuclear. We would love to hear your comments and thoughts. Please do let us know what you think.

In this episode Jake and Tamer discuss the board game to video game transition, as well as games that have been made into board games. Jake has a little bit of a breakdown with a game he's downloaded on his mobile, however Tamer has been playing this game for some time, so tries to shed some light on to the game and how it works. They also look at the AAA title games (Hitman, Lara Croft Tomb Raider, Civilization) that have either evolved or been reimagined for tablet/mobile-based devices. Regular listeners will be happy to hear that Jake has done a full quiz and Tamer waits in antipation. Best board games: Mario Party and RISK.

Although miles apart, Jake and Tamer are able to discuss their failure in finding climate change games, but are distracted by War Thunder, Sonic the Hedgehog and others. In this module you can expect a full quiz, a new marking system and some interesting facts about the PS2. Please subscribe, comment and rate us!

In this episode Jake and Tamer discuss democracy, climate and geo-political simulators, as well as meandering through the incredible contributions from listeners about 70s and 80s TV characters that should be skins, DLC or packs for modern games. And of course, there's the quiz, which is still causing much in the way of tension...!

In this module Jake and Tamer discuss loot crates. What are they? Do you need them? How do different games utilise them? And, are they ethical? From this discussion also stems an idea about 80s TV hosts as skins in-game. Jake and Tamer would love to hear your thoughts on the best TV hosts of the 80s making a comeback, but in-game! Make sure you tweet your suggestions and we'll discuss them next week.

In this module Jake Yapp and Tamer Asfahani recount their memories playing and reading choose your own adventure novels. They rekindle their love for the genre, explore some of the early iterations by legend Sir Ian Livingstone and legendary Steve Jackson, and discuss the games they're currently playing on mobile. Other subject matters include games in space, not set in space as one would expect, but games that have been to space and Jake has a problem with the quiz. For those that are interested in watching Jake's electrification process of his car, you can click on the link - please note, the BBC iPlayer does not work outside of the UK. However, that doesn't mean you can't watch it... https://bbc.in/2IrxIMO

In this episode, Jake and Tamer explore what it is that makes horror games horrific. As they meander through their definitions and the games they've played, it dawns on them that they probably aren't the most experienced in this particular genre. Tamer runs through the games he's played, Jake discuses games he'd like to play and the Nintendo Switch comes up again! This time with a lovely story which you can find more about if you click here (http://bit.ly/2Vf5t7I). Also, for more information on Lewis Carrol and Alice in Wonderland blunder, please refer to Snopes (http://bit.ly/2VcQ47N)... Finally, there's the quiz, which causes as much contention as you'd expect. Please don't forget to like and subscribe. And if you would rate the podcast, we'd be forever grateful.

In this episode Jake and Tamer discuss what makes an action adventure game. They talk through the different kinds of genres that action adventure games covers as well as talk about their most memorable, and not so memorable. They also talk briefly about Far Cry New Dawn, promising to play it together online, which they do! The stream can be found on mixer.com (https://mixer.com/dashboard/channel/vods) however, this stream may have expired. We will look to post past streams elsewhere. They also talk about help in games, with Tamer specifically pointing to Terry Pratchett and his impact as a modder, with a lovely story about an in-game helper that helped him navigate the gaming world as his alzheimers got progressively worse. The story can be found here (with thanks to Eurogamer): http://bit.ly/2UJFjcR Finally, there's the quiz! And it's all gone a little Crazy Taxi up in here...

In this module Jake and Tamer explore the world of family games and discuss their experiences as children gaming and their kids' experiences today and how they compare. They also discuss game mechanics, such as crafting and whether it's a valid game mechanic. Jake also expresses his disappointment in both Monaco and the lack of being invited as Tamer tries to defend his position. No module would be complete without the quiz, and after last week's fiasco Tamer tries to regain some semblance of authority while Jake cares not for any of the quiz.

Mobile gaming has changed the demographic of gamers and societies perception of gamers. Most people now; young or old, are gamers in some form of antoher, thanks to the rise of the casual games platform primarily through mobile devices. Jake and Tamer explore the games that have made a name for themselves on these mobile platforms and discuss the games they and their audience are playing. The quiz also changes format and this leads to a bit of a misunderstanding between the two. Will things ever be the same again?

In this episode, Jake and Tamer talk about sport games, bargain priced games and games that can be played with kids. Also discussed is the advantages of the Switch console, how it's become a console to be reckoned with and why it's so succesful. Don't forget to listen out for the quiz too, with Jake as the one to answer this time.

On the eve of Valentine's day, Tamer Asfahani takes Jake Yapp to Paris to see a game set in the plague of France in the 16th century. Jake, with his expectations reflecting that of Valentine's Day, is shell-shocked when the day turns into an intense gaming session following the story of two siblings left to resist and hide from the French Inquisition. Both reflect on the game as parents and gamers and Jake is bitterly disappointed with the lack of love and attention Tamer gives him... Also discussed: Far Cry New Dawn, Fortnite live events and Splatoon 2. Of course, there is the quiz too.

Jake Yapp and Tamer Asfahani talk about games that have changed their perspective on gaming, the wider discussion on how gaming allows people a creative platform to express themselves and the sheer variety of different genre types available to us today. With story telling at the heart of most gaming, Jake and Tamer meander into the world of creativity, the ease in which games can be made and the accessibility as one of the greatest entertainment mediums of our time.

In this episode, Jake and Tamer explore No Man's Sky and explore how gaming has helped them get through some tough times. Jake also makes it clear he doesn't like the podcast album image...

The first episode of Checkpoint - Jake and Tamer discuss, games of their childhood, DOS games, flight simulators and VR and AR. And, of course, the Quiz!