Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Bonus - Indie World Showcase, Nov. 2023
No Small Games
No Small Games is an indie game recap and review podcast brought to you by hosts Kate and Emily! They became friends while streaming on Twitch and bonded over their love of indie video games. In each episode of No Small Games, the two will discuss an indie game they both played independently. They’ll compare their experiences: the good, the bad, their most memorable moments of their playthroughs.
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Episodes
Episodes
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Will you take on the challenge of discovering the truth about the legendary Nikko, revitalize the Night Market an petting all of the cats?When Mineko and her dad move to a small island town in search of a new life and new opportunities, she has no idea how this town, her new friends, and a giant cat named Nikko will turn her life upside down. It's your task, as Mineko, to help revitalize the town's Night Market as you gain the resources and the knowledge to discovery the mystery of the legendary Nikko.Join Kate and Emily for episode 15 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the narrative-driven social sim game, Mineko's Night Market. In their review, the two compare and contrast their favorite farming and life sims, reminisce about their childhood rivals, and discuss the characters they were most tickled by in this cute and quirky game.Episode Timecodes
Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:10:50
Mineko's Night Market Game Discussion ✦ 00:15:00
Game Ratings ✦ 01:05:00
Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:10:10
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossomEmily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEggNo Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
You're live on 189.16 - The Scream with Forrest Nash... and someone in town is hunting your listeners!The year is 1987 and Forrest Nash is clocking into his late-night radio slot in a sleepy town in middle America, not knowing what thrills and chills await him and his producer, Peggy. In Killer Frequency, you must use your role as radio DJ to take calls from your frightened callers who are fleeing a masked killer— the Whistling Man, and to hopefully help them escape! Luckily, the radio station is chock full of clues and helpful information that will enable you to solve the puzzles to each of their salvation, so long as you can find them.Join Kate and Emily for episode 14 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the mystery horror puzzle game, Killer Frequency. The two compare notes on the puzzles they solved, discuss their favorite radio station callers in the game, and share about their own real life experiences working for local radio!Episode Timecodes
Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:13:12
Killer Frequency Game Discussion ✦ 00:19:26
Game Ratings ✦ 01:06:20
Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:10:55
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossomEmily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEggNo Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Serve up a piping hot cup of tea while your customers spill their tea to you...It's yet another a No Small Games double feature! This episode of No Small Games features a review of both games in the Coffee Talk series, in which you play as a barista at a late night coffee joint in alternate universe Seattle (yes, that Seattle), in which mythical creatures live a bustling modern life alongside humans. Get to know the intimate details of your customers lives as you craft beautiful beverages to soothe their souls.In the lucky 13th episode of No Small Games, special guest Sheila (aka Sheilur) joins Kate and Emily to review Coffee Talk and Coffee Talk 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly. The three discuss this fantastical, yet relatable world, their favorite characters, and of course, share their favorite hot beverages. The squad share their highlights, the challenges they faced, and good, chill vibes in this episode.Episode TimecodesMeet our Guest - Sheilur ✦ 00:00:35Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:19:40Coffee Talk Game Discussion ✦ 00:27:41Coffee Talk Spoilers ✦ 00:52:45Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly Game Discussion ✦ 01:13:06Game Ratings ✦ 02:00:07Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 02:11:07
Meet our GuestSheilur aka Sheila (she/her)@sheilurSheila is an African French Canadian 20-something year-old content creator, Twitch partner and YouTube vlogger. She primarily streams indie games and co-working sessions on Twitch, and publishes lifestyle vlogs to YouTube. A soft-spoken streamer, she has created a relaxing and welcoming environment within her online communities.
Follow Sheila on the following platforms:TwitchYouTubeTwitterKeep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossomEmily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEggNo Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames
Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Food and cooking have the ability to connect us across generations, cultures and time itself. Who do you connect with through food?
Follow the story of Venba and Paavalan, who leave their home in India to start a new life and new family in Canada. This game provides an intimate view into their lives, as they face the challenges of immigration, parenthood, and all of the nuances in between,
Join Kate and Emily for the twelfth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the narrative cooking game Venba, by Visai Studios. The two discuss their relationship to cooking, family recipes, and their favorite moments from this phenomenally beautiful and thoughtful game.
Episode Timecodes
Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:10:50
Venba Game Discussion ✦ 00:18:27
Game Ratings ✦ 01:17:49
Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:18:50
Kate & Emily's One More Thing ✦ 01:21:49
Some cool things you should check out
Venba Soundtrack - Tracks composed by Alpha Something
My Perfect Console - A fantastic video game podcast hosted by Simon Parkin of The New Yorker and The Observer
Kagayaki (2014) by Masakatsu Takagi - Kate's latest musical obsession
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom
Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg
No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames
No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames
Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
What if the most important renewable resource in your society... was love?
Lakeburg Legacies is a social-based village management game where resource generation and progress centers around your townsfolk and their relationships. Grow your town's population through your matchmaking prowess, optimize production with some clever career coaching, and put Lakeburg on the map!
In the eleventh episode of No Small Games, special guest Marcy aka Marcylaycelle joins Kate and Emily to review Lakeburg Legacies, while they discuss their own personal gaming journeys and dating experiences in the process. The squad share their highlights, the challenges they faced, and oodles of friendship and laughs in this episode.
Episode Timecodes
Meet our Guest - MarcyLaycelle ✦ 00:00:45
Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:19:35
Lakeburg Legacies Game Discussion ✦ 00:30:20
Next Episode's Game Announcement & Wrap up ✦ 01:49:00
Links to Check Out
Moonlight Wreath on Etsy
Black Girl Gamers - Play or Pass
Game: Vampire Survivors on Steam
Documentary: Coded Bias on Netflix
Meet our Guest
Marcy is a live streamer, content creator, and small business owner. Her streams are focused on mental-health, tarot, gaming, and makeup. She runs an Etsy shop, Moonlight Wreaths, selling beautiful, handcrafted wreaths and flower crowns of her own creation. In 2023, Marcy was also featured in the United States debut of Black Girl Gamers Play or Pass.
Follow Marcy on the following platforms:
Twitch
Etsy
Twitter
YouTube
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom
Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg
No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames
No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames
Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Wishing Ooblets 1.0 a very happy one-year anniversary!!
The quirky, colorful, farming sim, creature collector, card game adventure Ooblets first release in early access in July 2020. Since then, the game has evolved, grown, and developer Glumberland released the official 1.0 version of the game on September 1, 2022. In the last few years, Ooblets has touched the hearts and ignited the imaginations of many players, including both No Small Games hosts, Kate and Emily!
This bonus episode is a love letter to Ooblets. From the cute, funky little Ooblets and their slick dance moves, to the off-beat and relatable townspeople of Badgetown, Kate and Emily chat their favorite elements of the game.
Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro & Fall Season Announcement00:12:12 - Ooblets Game Discussion00:59:10 - Wrap-up
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom
Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg
No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames
No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames
Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Experience postal service Zen while you contemplate the life paths less traveled in this serene lakeside town...
In Lake, a narrative postal sim game developed and published by Whitethorn Games, you play as Meredith Weiss: a 39 year-old working in the tech industry in 1986, who has journeyed from the big city back to her hometown of Providence Oaks. Meredith is taking time off work so that her parents can go on a much needed vacation, while she covers the work at her father's job: the United States Postal Service. Deliver mail, get to know the quirky townsfolk, and decide which of many possible futures Meredith will explore during her two weeks as a mail carrier.
In the tenth episode of No Small Games, special guest Alissa aka Catsareme joins Kate and Emily to review their experiences playing this heartfelt and relaxing game. The three share challenges in their own lives that they see mirrored in Meredith's story, discuss the different endings they unlocked for the protagonist, and giggle over town gossip from good old Providence Oaks, Oregon.
Episode Timecodes
Meet our Guest - Catsareme ✦ 00:00:450
Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:25:50
Lake Game Discussion ✦ 00:34:20
Lake Spoilers ✦ 01:40:45
Next Episode's Game Announcement & Wrap up ✦ 02:02:05
Listen to the Lake soundtrack on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Hc8Ca4tZ3tNadmBA2sOVo?si=ed49c4aec3e24a20
Meet our Guest
Catsareme is a content creator and variety streamer by night, PhD candidate studying genetics and neuroscience by day. She plays a wide variety of games, from action adventure, to cute and cozy indie games, and even horror games. Alissa also moderates a Discord community galled Gamer Guild, which brings together content creators, viewers, gamers, and everyone in between.
Follow Alissa on the following platforms:
Twitch
Twitter
Instagram
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom
Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg
No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames
No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames
Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Something sinister is in the air on Edward's Island, very literally...
It's a No Small Games double feature, in which Kate and Emily review both Oxenfree and its sequel Oxenfree II: Lost Signals. In Oxenfree, you play as teenager Alex, on a beach trip to Edwards Island with her friends and new step brother, Jonas. The weekend quickly devolves into supernatural chaos as the teens uncover the dark mysteries of the island. In Oxenfree II: Lost Signals, you help Riley and Jacob to combat paranormal forces in the oceanside town of Camena.
In the ninth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the supernatural narrative adventures Oxenfree and Oxenfree II: Lost Signals. The two discuss their favorite characters, most shocking twists, and best memories from playing these two games.
Episode Timecodes
Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:09:00
Oxenfree Game Discussion ✦ 00:20:45
Oxenfree Spoilers ✦ 00:52:45
Oxenfree II: Lost Signals Game Discussion ✦ 01:24:00
Oxenfree II: Lost Signals Spoilers ✦ 02:01:30
Next Episode's Guest & Game Announcement ✦ 02:31:05
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom
Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg
No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames
No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames
Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com