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Stranding someone on a desert island and making them choose stuff...nah, this hasn't been done before! Here's to being original, now onwards to glory or mediocrity! One guest...three games that have mattered to them during the course of their life...one game that scarred them (to burn for warmth), and one gaming character companion to share long moonlit walks along the beach and the occasional cuddle (for heat people, for heat). It could be WEIRD, it could be WILD, and it WILL have crappy so ...
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Desert Island Gamer - Astrozombies Jorge.
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A graphic designer from Argentina transforms into a game developer despite industry obstacles in his home country. Jorge, creator of Astrozombies, shares his remarkable journey of perseverance and creative vision on Desert Island Gamer. The emotional vulnerability of releasing a passion project stands at the heart of this conversation. Having poure…
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Campfire Tales - RIP Those Gaming Staples of Old
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Remember hauling your console and a bulky TV to a friend's house just to play multiplayer games? Or strategically deciding which save files to keep on your precious 8MB memory card? Gaming has evolved at a breathtaking pace, and along the way, many once-essential elements have vanished into obsolescence. This nostalgic journey explores five gaming …
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Campfire Tales - Searching for Retro Gaming Gold
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Let us know where we're going wrong....or, like, right...maybe. Support the show Follow the adventure, support the show, listen with both ears - https://linktr.ee/DesertIslandGamerBy Nerd Rock from the Sun
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Campfire Tales - The Gaming Clan Soap Opera Blues
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Have you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes in a gaming clan? Picture this: you’re in the middle of an intense virtual battle, only for a teammate to suddenly vanish to fix his shed. That’s the kind of unpredictability we explore in our latest episode, where we recount our rollercoaster ride through the chaotic world of gaming clan…
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#A little side note. I now pronounce Cannes without the S. Hey, I'm a working class northern lad raised on Catchphrase and 'say what you see'. You should hear me pronounce baguette! Anyway, moving on... Join us on an enchanting journey with Emmy-nominated animator and director Richard Bazley, as he shares the remarkable story of his path from the i…
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Campfire Tales - Midnight (failure to) Launch
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Ever wondered what happens when you mix a handful of eager gamers with a silent, anticlimactic release event? Here's the tale of that comically underwhelming night that only a true gaming enthusiast could appreciate. Join me by the campfire as I recount this misadventure and explore the quirky joys of our beloved gaming community. This episode isn'…
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#Apologies for the occasional muffled quality of my voice here and there in this ep. I didn't have a cold but I was recording on an antique Mac. MrSteJ however, sounds great! Join us in a nostalgic journey as we sit down with MrSteJ, the charismatic Twitch streamer who has captivated retro gaming enthusiasts worldwide. From accidental beginnings to…
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Step into the vibrant world of the 80s with our special guest, Chloe Jade, as she takes us on a whimsical cinematic journey. From mullets and colourful fashion to the gripping narratives of films like "Fight Club," Chloe reveals her nostalgia for the decade's unique charm. Our conversation meanders through the awkward charm of "Napoleon Dynamite" a…
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Atticus Shaffer, renowned for his roles in "The Middle" and "Frankenweenie," shares his inspiring journey from the bright lights of acting to the immersive world of gaming. Discover how the pandemic served as a catalyst for Atticus to embark on a new adventure in the realm of Twitch. We explore the playful yet thought-provoking debate of PC versus …
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Campfire Tales - The time Nintendo suddenly mattered.
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What happens when a die-hard Sega fan takes a leap of faith into the world of Nintendo? Join me as I briefly reminisce on how the Switch rekindled a long-lost passion for multiplayer mayhem and the simple joy of gathering loved ones around a screen. It's not just the sleek handheld mode that captivated me, but the nostalgic memories of split-screen…
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He's been Grabbed by the Ghoulies, he has a taste for FIFA, and he doesn't track his runs, it's only Dylan Jack! In this episode, we go old-school Lord of the Rings. get brutal on Halo 5 and get cuddly with Gears of War Cole, as we talk about games old, new, and everything in between. Recorded back in 2020 Let us know where we're going wrong....or,…
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On this episode we welcome the man of a million voices, or thereabouts, Gavin Hammon! This living legend has played roles in titles such as Oxenfree, Return to Monkey Island, Wayfinder, and Telltales Walking Dead series as the absolute legend that is KENNY! Here we talked about some old games, some good games and one that was destined for the fire.…
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There has always been something special about the relationship between video games and the festive season. Yet, I've often wondered, where the heck are all the Christmas games! Let me take five minutes of your time to stew over the dearth of quality festive fodder and ask the question, where are you Christmas...games. Let us know where we're going …
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Kiwi in Japan, aka Laurie is a New Zealander who left his homeland to live and work in Japan as an English teacher on the Jet program. He is also a wonderfully wholesome, big-hearted, life-affirming content creator. With a combination of IRL tours of Japanese hot spots, more sushi restaurants than seems feasibly possible, and brilliant gaming live …
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