KC loves a good story
Big Game Hunger
KC Nwosu, creator with Second Wind Group and a community moderator, is ready to dismantle some corrupt systems using the prompts: shakespearean teaches you how to commit crimes timeloop In "Revolt Report Repeat," play as an investigative journalist on the trail of a child sacrificing cult. Track down the identities of the five shadowy cultists, and quickly now - because they've all seen your face. Thankfully time isn't running out - because we're all stuck in a timeloop! Follow KC on , on , and on . Be sure to check out the Newlyweds Game stream on Friday at 7pm et! Visit the DFTBA Big...
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Nick Calandra knows some stupid ways to die
Big Game Hunger
Nick Calandra, editor in chief for Second Wind Group, melds his love of action films with Jenna's love of action films and the prompts: shakespearean teaches you how to commit crimes timeloop You're being hunted by the ultimate assassin, ane he's so good the only person who could him... is himself! "Recyclcide" forces you to maneuver henchmen around to trick an assassin into wiping himself before he can take you out. Thankfully with the power of timeloops in your hands, you have unlimited chances to succeed! Follow , and be sure to ! Visit the DFTBA Big Game Hunger merch shop at ....
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Jack Packard woos a sicko princess
Big Game Hunger
Jack Packard, GM for Adventure is Nigh and host of Red Letter Media, has got a sicko inside of him and he is not letting it stay dorment. Thankfully we've got a lot of space to play with the prompts: shakespearean teaches you how to commit crimes timeloop Play as an Elizabethean actor trying to break up an alliance the easiest way possible; by seducing one of the participants in a marriage between kingdoms! In "Love Labour's Crime," you'll have to figure out the best way to woo a princess - but thankfully you have unlimited chances, thanks to the intervention of some fairy monarchs. Follow !...
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Phil Salvador knows more about Frasier than expected
Big Game Hunger
Phil Salvador, the Library Director of the Video Game History Foundation and returning guest, is ready to apply his archiving expertise to the prompts: taste-o-vision fourth-wall breaking QTE His grounded approach to game preservation keeps Jenna from making a vape game, which is truly for the best. And weirdly, his additional expertise in Frasier finds its own part to play in "Frasier: Dinner Roles." But for the record Jenna still thinks gamer Lik n Dip is a million dollar idea. Follow Phil Salvador , and learn more about ! Follow them and keep an eye out for their digital library, which...
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Marlowe Dobbe loves to keep a shop
Big Game Hunger
Marlowe Dobbe, artist and art director for MegaCrit and lots of other games, knows how to brainstorm like a professional, and you'll see it in action with the prompts: indie rock TOUCANS! Cat tower city builder They quickly cycle through about a dozen perfect ideas before settling on a cat-tower-builder with musical elements: "Harmony Cafe Sim: Cats vs Toucans." Keep the Toucans and Cats separate while building the biggest and best cat tree this broken down mall has ever seen! Follow Marlowe Dobbe's work , , and if you're in the Portland area, ! Visit the DFTBA Big Game Hunger merch shop at...
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Jenna Stoeber takes a winter break
Big Game Hunger
No episode this week! Big Game Hunger will return next week for a normal episode, same big time, same big channel. In the meantime, a happy Hanukkah and Kwanzaa for those who celebrate, and a happy Monday for those who don't. They say that absense makes the heart grow fonder, so if you miss this podcast in your life this week, consider subscribing at !
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Gabby Darienzo spells it with 5 y's
Big Game Hunger
Gabbyyyyy Darienzo, art director and dev of A Mortician's Tale, is ready to add a new layer to her creative themes with the prompts: Brutal randomized GENDER Combat? In my fashion game? Slayyyyy, a fashion-rouglike, take the feeling of coveting somebody's beautiful pants to the ultimate end: stealing their legs and putting them where your legs were so that you're now wearing their pants. And that includes anything that comes in the pants - it's a full package! Play here and here, and follow Gabby , and . Also, hey, listen to ! Enjoy 10% off everything in my DFTBA merch store...
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Alex Van Aken lights it UP
Big Game Hunger
Alex Van Aken, video producer and creator of Viewpoints, is taking beautiful notes on how best to make a: Surreal dueling tiki bar Inscrutable, award-winning Eurogame They pile on mechanics in "Overproof," a game about exploring all the highs and lows of bar ownership. Lean into the theatrical intensity of tiki drinks with unique craft cards, and lure the most customers into your uniquely themed joint. But remember - play with fiery drinks and you might get burned! Follow , on , on , and join ! Enjoy 10% off everything in my DFTBA merch store until Dec 25th by going...
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Hamish Steele defends a love of vampires
Big Game Hunger
Hamish Steele, creator of Deadendia and Dead End: Paranormal Park, tries out some variants on the prompts: sensual Vampire defense system point-n-click but you don't have a mouse to point with We never would have guessed that vampire defense system would have so many possible interpretations, and we explore them all to make "Love at First Bite." A vampire dating game where YOU are the vampire, trying to win over the love and approval of villagers so you can restore your vitality. Maybe love was the drug we needed the whole time? Follow Hamish Steele and ! Enjoy 10% off everything in my...
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Joshua Rivera dies of shame
Big Game Hunger
Joshua Rivera, freelance entertainment journalist, shows off the breadth of his vocabulary while tackling the prompts: waking up hungover after a long night of partying Paper-thin App Store money sink but it's Aliens (like the movie) Once they rid themselves of any good, thoughful, fun ideas, they really clear the runway for "Tailor Swift’s 21st era: Xenomorph murder casino," some truly soulless capitalistic slop. But as the great Joshua Rivera once said: We're not here to make art, we're here to make money. Follow Joshua on , , and ! Check out ! Enjoy 10% off everything in my DFTBA merch...
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- Addictive,
- Last god in the pantheon,
- Inscrutable, award-winning Eurogame
Lin, using their expansive knowledge of what makes a TTRPG both award-winning and "Eurogame," lays out the groundwork for a game in which the rules are constantly changing, and both player and Last God are encouraged to be antagonistic with each other. It's just what DnD is doing, writ large!
Read Rascal News at Rascal.news, and preorder Lin's novel Motheater, out in January 2025!
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Big Game Hunger is part of the Multitude Collective of podcasts. Created and hosted by Jenna Stoeber.