EP: A Year of UFO 50 - Pingolf
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're joined by Ben Wilson (Saltsea Chronicles), John Axon (Capybara Games), and Scott Anderson (Unity) to discuss Pingolf, the 31st game in the UFO 50 collection. “Each year the best golfers in the galaxy show up to compete at the UFO Invitational.” Next week: Mortol II Audio edited by Dylan Shumway. Discussed in this episode: Desert Golfing Golfing on Mars Cursed to Golf Executive Golf DX (Playdate) Yoku’s Island Express Scott’s Bluesky John's Bluesky Ben’s Bluesky Ben's Crosswords The End of Gameplay by droqen 31 Unmarked Games by droqen Episode 69 –...
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Eggplant TV Plays De Mol (2025 season) - Episode 5
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're recapping the 2025 season of our favorite tv show, Flemish De Mol (Season 13). Laura, Jey, and Doug break down Episode 5 and share their Mole suspicions. Join us on the Discord for tips on how to watch, chat about the episodes, and to play a Mol guessing game with us. Links: Every Game In This City, Season 1 - Escape Rooms in Kuala Lumpur Ep 122: Finding Decency in Reality with Gilles De Coster (De Mol) Eggplant's De Mol 2024 recap series Eggplant Discord
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Into the Depths: Caves of Qud (Part 4)
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
In the 4th installment of our current Into the Depths series, we dive into Caves of Qud. This sprawling open-world roguelike has been in development since 2007 and Early Access since 2015. Doug and Rob - joined by special guest host Star St. Germain - continue talking about the main quest with one of the game's creators, Jason Grinblat. This episode we talk through Pax Klanq, Yd Freehold, and the Tomb of Eaters. Don't forget to join our Discord and play along with the series. Show Notes: Buy Caves of Qud on itch.io: Caves of Qud soundtrack: 2025 Independent Games Festival: Doug & Rob...
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EP: A Year of UFO 50 - Rock On! Island
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're joined by Stephanie Boluk (UC Davis), Patrick LeMieux (UC Davis), and Gab Koenig (Tux and Fanny) to discuss Rock On! Island, the 30th game in the UFO 50 collection. “Rally your cavemen and defend your cave from waves of attacking dinosaurs.” Next week: Pingolf Audio edited by Dylan Shumway. Discussed in this episode: Jon Perry – How Tabletop Design Helped Shape ‘UFO 50’ Bloons TD 6 PixelJunk Monsters 2 Orcs Must Die! Dungeon Defenders Go Home Dinosaurs! Tillmonk Spreadsheet with Rock On! Island Maps Brick101 Save Between Waves Mod...
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Eggplant TV Plays De Mol (2025 season) - Episode 4
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're recapping the new 2025 season of our favorite tv show, Flemish De Mol (Season 13). Laura, Jey, and Doug break down Episode 4 and share their Mole suspicions. Join us on the Discord for tips on how to watch, chat about the episodes, and to play a Mol guessing game with us. Links: Wie is de Mol (Netherlands) Season 14, Episode 3 Ep 122: Finding Decency in Reality with Gilles De Coster (De Mol) Eggplant's De Mol 2024 recap series Eggplant Discord
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EP: A Year of UFO 50 - Vainger
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're joined by guest hosts Adam Saltsman (Finji), Trent Kusters (League of Geeks), and Teddy Dief (We Are OFK) to discuss Vainger, the 29th game in the UFO 50 collection. “The Vainger returns to Io and finds itself betrayed. The enemy must be found and eradicated.” Next week: Rock On! Island Audio edited by Dylan Shumway. Discussed in this episode: Prince of Prussia Deus Ex The Swapper Transistor Uncle Slam's record Vainger speed run Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Bloodborne Magic, Kevlar, and Conspiracies with Tactical Breach Wizards Dev Tom Francis...
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Eggplant TV Plays De Mol (2025 season) - Episode 3
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're recapping the new 2025 season of our favorite tv show, Flemish De Mol (Season 13). Laura, Jey, and Doug break down Episode 3 and share their Mole suspicions. There's never been a better time to get into De Mol. Join us on the Discord for tips on how to watch, chat about the episodes, and to play a Mol guessing game with us. Links: Ep 122: Finding Decency in Reality with Gilles De Coster (De Mol) https://eggplant.show/122-finding-decency-in-reality-with-gilles-de-coster-de-mol Eggplant's De Mol 2024 recap series https://www.patreon.com/eggplantshow Eggplant Discord...
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EP: A Year of UFO 50 - Rail Heist
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're joined by guest hosts Xalavier Nelson Jr. (I Am Your Beast) and Bennett Foddy (Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy) to discuss Rail Heist, the 28th game in the UFO 50 collection. “The most infamous train robbers in the west pull off a series of daring heists.” Next week: Vainger Audio edited by Dylan Shumway. Discussed in this episode: Colt Express Invisible, Inc. Gunpoint SteamWorld Heist Hotline Miami Killer Queen Leisure Suit Larry Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 Baby Steps
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Eggplant TV Plays De Mol (2025 season) - Episode 2
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're recapping the new 2025 season of our favorite tv show, Flemish De Mol (Season 13). Laura, Jey, and Doug break down Episode 2 and share their Mole suspicions. There's never been a better time to get into De Mol. Join us on the Discord for tips on how to watch, chat about the episodes, and to play a Mol guessing game with us. Links: Ep 122: Finding Decency in Reality with Gilles De Coster (De Mol) Eggplant's De Mol 2024 recap series Eggplant Discord
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EP: A Year of UFO 50 - Divers
Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games
We're joined by guest hosts Kayin (I Wanna Be The Guy), Jay Ma (Into the Breach), and droqen (Starseed Pilgrim) to discuss Divers, the 27th game in the UFO 50 collection. “Control Dylan, Orlok, and Thyme as they explore the watery depths” Next week: Rail Heist Audio edited by Dylan Shumway. Discussed in this episode: Final Fantasy Legend 1 (via the Collection of SaGa: Final Fantasy Legend) Dungeon Encounters Girls Last Tour Subnautica Stardom World Wrestling Droqen’s website Jay Ma on bluesky Kayin on bluesky droqen on bluesky ...
info_outlineThe whole crew assembles to share our personal five favorite games of 2024, alongside picks from previous show guests and our listeners. Happy 2025!
Audio edited by Dylan Shumway.
Our GOTY picks (SPOILERS):
Doug:
B3313 (Mario 64 mod)
Sarah:
Velgress (from UFO 50)
Zach:
Laura:
Games to play with babies / Zach’s 2023 pick
Dress to Impress (Roblox)
Nick:
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Andy:
Super Mario Galaxy 2
Velgress (of UFO 50)
Rob:
Barbuta (of UFO 50)
Show Notes:
Electron Dance piece/interview about Xenosphere
action button reviews boku no natsuyasumi (2022)
Other picks from guests and listeners:
10 hours of silence occasionally broken up by the Taco Bell bong
The Frog for Whom the Bell Tolls
Playframes: How Do We Know We Are Playing? by Celia Pearce
Katamari Damacy
Karen Kavett’s Gradient Cascade Puzzle