"Fun" and Games Podcast
by Matt Storm and Gen Moonen
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About this podcast
Gen Moonen and Matt Storm chat about their love of games, the evolution of gaming as an artistic medium as well as sometimes bring on guests from within or even outside the industry to chat about gaming.
Matt Storm also produces the minisode series called Side Quests. Every episode is a different host talking about a game they love and why they love it!
Episodes
The newest 50 of 742 episodes
- Side Quests Episode 491: SEASON: A letter to the future with webmeister Bud · 8 minSide Quests is back and so is host webmeister Bud! He is a streamer, DJ, voice actor, photographer, podcaster and someone creating a record of the world for the next generation!…
- Side Quests Episode 490: Betrayal at Club Low with Nicholas O'Brien · 7 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is founder of Essay Games and man on a rescue mission, Nicholas O'Brien! The game he is talking about today is Betrayal at Club Low by…
- Episode 223: Penguin Colony · 1 h 13 minSometimes the best way to explore humanity's misunderstandings of forces beyond them is seeing it through the eyes of creatures that do not comprehend humanity. Creatures that…
- Side Quests Episode 489: Kentucky Route Zero with Amy Laburda · 11 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, editor and truck driver working for an antique shop, Amy Laburda! The game she is talking about today is Kentucky Route…
- Side Quests Episode 488: Mr. Driller Drill Land with Luis Aguasvivas · 13 minSide Quests is back and so is host Luis Aguasvivas! He is a writer, researcher and lil guy with a drill! The game he is talking about today is Mr. Driller Drill Land by Bandai…
- Side Quests Episode 487: Only One with Louard · 14 minSide Quests is back and so is host Louard! He is an indie game developer, artist, writer, and warrior fighting atop the Pillar of Sacrifice! The game he is talking about today is…
- Episode 222: UMDelightful · 1 h 5 min · Episode 222When Sony released their first handheld device in 2004, they unleashed what would be the most successful handheld not made by Nintendo. The Playstation Portable was positioned as…
- Side Quests Episode 486: I Am Your Beast with Ky from Play Along Podcast · 14 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and former member of the Covert Operations Initiative, Ky from Play Along Podcast! The game he is talking about today is…
- Side Quests Episode 485: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess with Andre Wilson · 8 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, YouTuber, photographer, editor and hero who can transform into a wolf, Andre Wilson! The game he is talking about today…
- Side Quests Episode 484: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (N64) with Dylan J. Schlender from Reels Of Justice · 13 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and skateboarding legend, Dylan J. Schlender from Reels Of Justice! The game he is talking about today is Tony Hawk's Pro…
- Episode 221: The Biggest and the Baddest · 53 min · Episode 221Video games often include boss encounters. Whether to mark the end of a stage, test a player's competence, or make a large narrative beat; there's no shortage of memorable…
- Side Quests Episode 483: Deadly Premonition with Alpha Chrome Yayo · 15 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is composer and FBI Special Agent, Alpha Chrome Yayo! The game he is talking about today is Deadly Premonition by Access Games, Gevo…
- Side Quests Episode 482: Final Fantasy Tactics Advance with Bret Griffen aka Enigma9011 · 8 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is streamer, podcaster and Prince of Ivalice, Bret Griffen aka Enigma9011! The game he is talking about today is Final Fantasy Tactics…
- Side Quests Episode 481: Mixtape with Matt aka Stormageddon · 13 minSide Quests is back and so is series creator, Matt aka Stormageddon! They are a podcaster, editor, producer, writer and future music supervisor! The game they are talking about…
- Special: PAX West 2026 · 2 h 16 minMatt & Gen are joined by Sarah Moonen to discuss their time at PAX West. Amongst the titles on display were new surprises, and old favorites with new demos. There were a few…
- Side Quests Episode 480: Subnautica with Zeb Fedewa · 7 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, podcaster and Non-Essential Systems Maintenance Chief, Zeb Fedewa! The game he is talking about today is Subnautica by…
- Side Quests Episode 479: Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception with Jon Haig · 12 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and treasure hunter who's in over his head, Jon Haig! The game he is talking about today is Uncharted 3: Drake's…
- Side Quests Episode 478: Final Fantasy with Ben Haslar · 8 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and Warrior of Light, Ben Haslar! The game he is talking about today is Final Fantasy by Square. You can also check out…
- Episode 220: Sean Chiplock · 1 h 17 minMatt & Gen are joined by voice actor Sean Chiplock to discuss his recent role as Bubsy in Bubsy 4D, the joys of engaging in fandom for both fan and creator, and the ways actors…
- Side Quests Episode 477: Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver with Chris from 1 Hour 1 Decision · 6 minSide Quests is back and so is host Chris from 1 Hour 1 Decision! He is a podcaster and vampire-turned-wraith! The game he is talking about today is Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver by…
- Side Quests Episode 476: Remember Me with Scout Munroe aka NeonSaline · 12 minSide Quests is back and so is host Scout Munroe aka NeonSaline! They are a streamer, writer, actor and Errorist! The game they are talking about today is Remember Me by Don't Nod…
- Side Quests Episode 475: Halo 2 with Lewbop from The Rookie Run · 11 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and Covenant Elite commander, Lewbop from The Rookie Run! The game he is talking about today is Halo 2 by Bungie and…
- Episode 219: Skate Story · 45 min · Episode 219Published by Devolver Digital and featuring music by Blood Cultures and John Fio, Skate Story is a surreal adventure game about skateboarding through the underworld to save your…
- Side Quests Episode 474: Tetris (GB) with Alex from Low Five Gaming · 6 minSide Quests is back and so is host Alex from Low Five Gaming! He is a podcaster, creative director, strategist and falling tetromino! The game he is talking about today is Tetris…
- Side Quests Episode 473: Company Of Heroes with Josh Covel · 15 minSide Quests is back and so is host Josh Covel! He is a podcaster, streamer and member of the US Army's Able Company! The game he is talking about today is Company Of Heroes by…
- Side Quests Episode 472: Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy with Keith Lehtinen · 9 minSide Quests is back and so is host Keith Lehtinen! He is a podcaster and leader of a group of heroes for hire! The game he is talking about today is Marvel's Guardians of the…
- Episode 218: Two Much Game for One Screen · 1 h 19 min · Episode 218Released in 2004 as a cautious "Third Pillar" gaming device for Nintendo, The Nintendo DS would go on to outsell the Game Boy Advance. In fact, it became Nintendo's most…
- Side Quests Episode 471: Majesty: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim with Eric Gess · 16 minSide Quests is back and so is host Eric Gess! He is a podcaster and denizen of the realm of Ardania! The game he is talking about today is Majesty: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim by…
- Side Quests Episode 470: Endless Ocean with Shelby Reilly · 7 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is associate producer, tour marketing manager and scuba diver exploring the Manaurai sea, Shelby Reilly! The game she is talking about…
- Side Quests Episode 469: Skate 3 with Dustin Triplett · 14 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is game writer, narrative designer, poet and skateboarding legend, Dustin Triplett! The game he is talking about today is Skate 3 by…
- Episode 217: A DRM to Kill · 1 h 21 min · Episode 217James Bond has been in the pop culture sphere longer than video games. He's gone through many creators, portrayers, and mediums. It can be difficult to feel like you're playing…
- Side Quests Episode 468: UFO 50 with Mark Kleeb · 12 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is arcade bar owner and retro game lover, Mark Kleeb! The game he is talking about today is UFO 50 by Mossmouth. You can also check…
- Side Quests Episode 467: Lost Records: Bloom & Rage with Dan from The Greatest Story Ever Played · 13 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and aspiring filmmaker from Velvet Cove, Dan from The Greatest Story Ever Played! The game he is talking about today is…
- Side Quests Episode 466: The Pale Beyond with Erik aka Dovetail · 12 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, writer and First Mate, Erik aka Dovetail! The game he is talking about today is The Pale Beyond by Saltstone Studios and…
- Episode 216: Jake Kaufman · 1 h 3 min · Episode 216Jake Kaufman has been composing soundtracks professionally for video games (and television) for over twenty-five years. His work can be found in such series as Shantae, Contra…
- Side Quests Episode 465: Tyranny with Damien Razdan · 15 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is game writer, narrative designer and the Fatebinder, Damien Razdan! The game he is talking about today is Tyranny by Obsidian…
- Side Quests Episode 464: Treasures of the Deep with Jesse Fresco · 12 minSide Quests is back and so is host Jesse Fresco! He is a writer and member of the Undersea Mercenary Agency! The game he is talking about today is Treasures of the Deep by Black…
- Side Quests Episode 463: Terminator 2D: No Fate with Ben from Dragoon Effect · 9 minSide Quests is back and so is host Ben from Dragoon Effect! He is a podcaster and member of the human Resistance! The game he is talking about today is Terminator 2D: No Fate by…
- Episode 215: LIVE at Wonderville · 58 minWonderville is an independent bar and event space with over 30 free-to-play custom arcade cabinets built by gamemakers in the Greater NYC area and beyond. Physical games and…
- Side Quests Episode 462: Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap with Andre from Fine Time · 13 minSide Quests is back and so is host Andre from Fine Time! He is a podcaster and adventurer battling his way through Mecha Dragon's lair! The game he is talking about today is…
- Side Quests Episode 461: Resident Evil 4 (2005) with Gooey Fame · 19 minSide Quests is back and so is host Gooey Fame! They are a podcaster, YouTuber and U.S. government agent trying to rescue the President's daughter! The game they are talking about…
- Side Quests Episode 460: Animal Crossing: Wild World with Deven McClure · 15 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is writer and villager, Deven McClure! The game she is talking about today is Animal Crossing: Wild World by Nintendo. You can also…
- Episode 214: The (Re)Deal with Roguelikes · 1 h 30 min · Episode 214Exploring genre in Indie video games leads down many paths; some strange and unpredictable, and others odd yet familiar. For roguelikes, titles like Balatro, Raccoin, and Cursed…
- Side Quests Episode 459: Elden Ring with Steven Beaumont · 16 minSide Quests is back and so is host Steven Beaumont! He is a podcaster and the Tarnished! The game he is talking about today is Elden Ring by FromSoftware and Bandai Namco…
- Side Quests Episode 458: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion with Jake Robinson · 8 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, podcaster, web developer and Hero of Kvatch, Jake Robinson! The game he is talking about today is The Elder Scrolls IV…
- Side Quests Episode 457: Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness with Kevin · 6 minSide Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, podcaster, video producer and trainer trying to restore all the Shadow Pokémon, Kevin! The game he is talking about today…
- Episode 213: Cat Secretary · 1 h 17 min · Episode 213Good Story Guild has been producing award-winning audio dramas since 2023. Now they're gearing up to release their first game, Cat Secretary. In the game, your fluffy little…
- Side Quests Episode 456: Pokémon Pokopia with Jared Moss · 14 minSide Quests is back and so is host Jared Moss! He is a graphic designer, podcaster and Ditto just trying his best! The game he is talking about today is Pokémon Pokopia by Game…
- Side Quests Episode 455: In Stars and Time with CGDannyB · 14 minSide Quests is back and so is host CGDannyB! He is a podcaster, streamer, content creator and leading his party from the town of Dormont to the House of Change! The game he is…
- Side Quests Episode 454: Resident Evil 5 with Ngachacha · 20 minSide Quests is back and so is host Ngachacha! He is a father, husband, middle-aged gamer, podcaster and agent of the Bioterrorism Security Assessment Alliance! The game he is…
