Dinosaur Machines Gameclub Podcast

Tread lightly! Mark, Dave and Dan quietly and efficiently discuss Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun. Before that, we discuss midnight cereal motion detectors, Wargroove on Switch, and Valkyria Chronicles 4. On a related note, how does Dan's ability as a swimmer compare to Olympic living legend Michael Phelps? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

On this episode, we kick around our thoughts on Pikuniku by Sectordub. Get ready for a friendly chat about a charming platformer. Beforehand, we discuss Dan's adventure to PAX East, Mark's thoughts on Anthem's longevity, and Dave's love of Paul Rudd. Let's "MAKE IT RAIN!" --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Are frosted Pop-Tarts the default Pop-Tart? Will the Google Stadia be a waste of time? These burning questions and more, on this episode. Mark, Dave and Dan go down the rabbit hole in J.J. Macfield and the Island of Memories. This is a body-horror game about getting through a situation by *any* means possible... even if that means ripping off a limb or two. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Grab your favorite snacks, it's time for an Italian road trip! Journey with Mark, Dave and Dan through Wheels of Aurelia - a game about the lengthy conversations people have on long drives. Is this "The Room" of video games? Listen and find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

It's time to discuss The Gardens Between by The Voxel Agents! Before we dive into those greener pastures; we've got a bone to pick with you, Internet! Let's unpack the unanimous hatred that EA and BioWare's newest online game has sprouted. Can the titular game of this episode help us wrap things up on a positive note? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

You are the... Jumpmaster?! We talk about the sudden and successful release of Apex Legends. Mark gets a crash course on what exactly a Battle Pass is, while Dave and Dan sing Respawn and EA's praises. Afterwards, we talk about a game that doesn't require a Battle Pass - Onimusha: Warlords! Since being remastered for the modern era, we explore how well this supernatural Samurai action game has aged. To top things off, Mark and Dave face off in a Battle Royale themed Red Herring Challenge! Only one of them can survive this Tastemaker. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

In Flipping Death by Zoink Games, you assume the role of Death's newest intern. We take a jaunt through this quirky adventure game, and talk about it at length! Before that, hot topics like music and Animal Crossing are all the buzz. And finally, Dave and Dan try to help Mark answer an age old question: "Should I play the entire Kingdom Hearts series?" --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Laser League by Roll7 - is it the next big thing in competitive gaming? Join us as we discuss this flashy game of strategy and snap decisions. Dave learns the hard way that researching haircuts in Red Dead Redemption 2 is a one-way ticket to Spoiler Town USA. On this Tastemaker, Mark challenges Dan and Dave's Trophy hunting knowledge. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

It's time for everyone's favorite Agave farmer to make a comeback. That's right... the Juan game that Mark, Dave and Dan could be discussing on this episode is Guacamelee! 2!! Before that, we talk about celebrity likenesses. Just how handsome is Eugene Levy, anyway? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Shake and bake, baby! We kick off 2019 by discussing a real time strategy game called Bad North by Plausible Concept. Before that, we chat about the last few games we played in 2018, and what really... makes us cry. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

On Episode 64, we discuss Return of the Obra Dinn - a game by the creator of Papers, Please. In this murder mystery, players can step into the precise moment of their subject's demise. Speaking of grim moments, Dan lays it all out there regarding his feelings on Fallout 76. Buckle up, and join us on this dicey adventure! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Another year, another awards show! Mark, Dave and Dan sit down with the results of The Game Awards 2018. Lend your ears and digest the award results with the Dinosaur Machines. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Grab your pickle juice, it's time for another retro game! This time, we're sinking our teeth into Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. Does this beloved gem of dramatic capes hold up? Probably! After the feast, Mark and Dave struggle through this Trivial Tastemaker as they try to guess which character Dan's hiding from them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Roomba today, android assistant tomorrow! On this episode, we discuss Detroit: Become Human. Join us for a trip to the slightly distant future where technology is on the verge of sentience. After that, this season's finale brings us on a nail-biting trip to the Silver Monkey. Who will be the victor!? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Throw your hands up and SHOUT! In his maiden voyage as a husband, Dan shares why certain songs may or may not have played at his wedding. We also discuss Spider-Man on PS4 before diving into our main topic, Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight! Join us as we discuss the Priestess' plights in this Soulslike Metroidvania. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Grab your chef's hat and heat up that stove! On this - our 60th episode (wow!) - we discuss Battle Chef Brigade by Trinket Studios! Before we get into the different flavors of this game, we discuss the fall of Telltale Games, classic consoles, Spider-Man on PS4, and... Facebook Pokes? For this Tastemaker, Dan challenges Mark and Dave to determine which PlayStation games made more money. Cha-ching! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

What's delicious and has a giant hole in the middle of it? Well, it's...er, Episode 59, of course! In the latest, Mark, Dave, and Dan dive in Donut County by Ben Esposito! Also, the gang settles some DLC beef and the Trivial Tastemaker challenges the D&D's true knowledge of Pokemon! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Prepare to leap through time with Mark, Dave and Dan as they discuss Into The Breach. Subset Games brings us this strategy game that sends the player back to the beginning more often than not. Find out how we fared through this loop of saving and losing the world! After that, Dave sends Mark on a trip through Ancient China! Does Mark remember his time with Dynasty Warriors? Will Dan lose this Tastemaker by saying... nothing!? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Mark, Dave and Dan kick this episode off with a heated debate: are peaches also nectarines? No! With that handled, join us for a chat about Annapurna's mysterious puzzle game: Gorogoa. Does narrative compel the player in this unique game? For the Trivial Tastemaker: Dan challenges Dave and Mark to guess which Mega Man X boss names are real, and which are red herrings. So much mystery! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message

Mark, Dave and Dan take a deep dive into RiME - an exploration game which beautifully depicts a host of emotions. On this episode, Mark challenges Dave and Dan to match a series of quotes said by none other than ourselves. Who said what?! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dinosaur-machines/message