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No Small GamesEp. 56 - SOPA - Tale of the Stolen PotatoSOPA - Tale of the Stolen Potato is the newest game from development studio Studio Bando, and has been one of No Small Games' most anticipated games of the last couple years. The story follows little Miho, a young boy attempting to help his grandma out in the kitchen. Cooking suddenly becomes much less straightforward when Miho is sent into the pantry to get a potato. He discovers a frog getting ready to pilfer the sack of potatoes, and winds up getting launched into a magical world beyond his imagination, just through the back of the pantry. Throughout the...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - November 2025Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
The year is starting to draw to a close, which can only mean one thing: it's gaming awards season!! November was packed with news, from the new Steam Machine announcement to The Game Awards nominations. No Small Games once again had the great honor of getting to participate in the judging committee for The Indie Game Awards, so we also got to recap some of the standouts and surprises from the nominated games...
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No Small GamesEp. 55 - Blue Prince feat. Jill GrodtBlue Prince is the investigation roguelite that set the indie gaming world ablaze this past year. You play as Simon, a young man who has just arrived at the estate of his recently deceased great uncle. An estate which he is now to inherit, assuming he can pass one final test. You must help Simon reach the secret 46th room of this 45-room manor house, which also has the magical property of resetting its rooms after every night. Choose what room you will come upon when you open each doorway, and try to solve the mysteries within to claim...
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Tales from the Backlog191: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (with Kate & Emily - No Small Games)Support my work on Patreon- https://patreon.com/realdavejackson
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Modern Pokémon games are divisive, but rarely due to technical performance. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (Game Freak, 2022) released in an embarrassing state, and are hoping for a comeback with their recent Switch 2 editions. So now that the bugs are squashed and the framerate is stable, what kind of game was lurking under all of those issues? Listen in to find out....
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No Small GamesEp. 54 - In Stars and Time feat. Rachel WattsIn Stars and Time is a time loop RPG from insertdisc5, that follows a ragtag found-family of adventurers, at the very end of their long quest to defeat The King. You play as Siffrin, the party's rogue, as they try to piece together why they find themselves stuck living out the same day over and over again. The writing is heartfelt and at times heartbreaking, the characters are charming, and the game features a strangely addictive system for turn-based combat.
Thank you for tuning in to episode 54!! In this episode, Kate and Emily are joined by special guest...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - October 2025Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
It's yet another very Next Fest roundup! This month brought us the third and final Steam Next Fest event of 2025, showcasing thousands more demos for upcoming games. We had a great time checking out all of the demos we discuss in this episode, although we had a less fun time sifting through Steam Store pages looking for GenAI disclosures. Join us as we talk about everything Steam Next Fest-related under the sun!
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No Small GamesEp. 53 - Fear the SpotlightFear the Spotlight is a retro-inspired survival horror game and the debut game from Cozy Game Pals and Blumhouse Games. This is a very special horror title because Cozy Game Pals went into making it with the intention of creating something that would be accessible to a wide range of ages. To do this, they omitted the use of any jumpscares or gore and relied on the building of tension to create fear. Players join high school students Vivian and Amy, as they break into their school library to try to contact the spirit world. They thought getting caught...
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Date with Us: A Dating Sim PodcastSlasher U: Act I featuring Emily Merritt from No Small GamesJoin us as we discuss our steamiest game to date with special guest Emily from No Small Games!
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"Slasher U is an 18+ character-driven RPG dating sim, set in the open-world campus of America’s Horniest Horror Movie University! SLASHER U is a horror-comedy dating sim RPG with full-blown sex mechanics, tons of heartwrenching romance and friendship storylines, and a wicked sick 90's theme sure to make even the most deep-fried saw dun...
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No Small GamesEp. 52 - Sorry We're ClosedSorry We're Closed, developed by à la mode games, is a narrative-focused survival horror game that pits angels and demons alike against the greatest force of all: true love. Our protagonist Michelle sets off on a dangerous journey to take down a powerful demon who has set their eyes on her. This game brings a combination of choices matter storytelling with arcade-style FPS combat for a truly unique and vibey horror experience.
In episode 52 of No Small Games, we're digging into every corner of Sorry We're Closed. Kate and Emily go in-depth on their likes and dislikes when it c...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - September 2025Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
September turned out to be a sleeper powerhouse of a month, bringing us multiple highly anticipated indie game releases. In less than four weeks, we got both Silksong and Hades 2 dropping, not to mention titles like Baby Steps, Henry Halfhead and Cloverpit. If that wasn't enough, we also got a heaping serving of indie game announcements in the Six One Indie Showcase. It's been a wild ride and we're still processing all the...
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Still Loading PodcastStill Loading #369: Gris w/ Emily Merritt and Kate HunterIndie games are awesome. They try so many different and unique things or have unique spins on classic game design ideas. This week on the show I am joined by Emily Merritt and Kate Hunter from the No Small Games podcast to talk about an indie game that pushes emotional storytelling without dialogue and explores grief in a way I haven't experienced before. We are talking about the game Gris. Gris was developed by Nomada Studios and released in 2018. It explores the stages of grief in a very beatiful and haunting way. Kate, Emily and I talk...
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No Small GamesEp. 51 - Many Nights a WhisperMany Nights a Whisper, developed by Deconstructeam and Selkie Harbour, is an interactive narrative experience, exploring ideas around dreams and the pressure of expectation. You play as Dreamer, a young person who has been raised for one duty: to shoot a slingshot to light a ceremonial chalice and make or break the dreams of your community for the next 10 years. Many Nights a Whisper combines third person shooting and visual novel style gameplay. Each night after practicing her shot, Dreamer holds Confession to hear her community's wishes and determines which will be granted or rejected, should she make her...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - August 2025Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
July and August brought us the absolute mother lode of indie game releases that we've been anticipating for YEARS. This roundup, we have oodles and oodles of games to tell you about that we've been playing. We've got some cozy games like Tiny Bookshop and Is This Seat Taken? We also have unsettling and terrifying games like Luto, Heartworm and the demo for Psychotic Bathtub. There's truly something for everyone in this roundup...
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No Small GamesEp. 50 - This Bed We Made feat. MiladyConfettiThis Bed We Made is a third person narrative thriller that puts you in the shoes of a hotel maid in the 1950s as she unravels the threads that entwine several of the guests' personal lives together. Snoop through the rooms of the fifth floor, and don't forget to clean as you go. This Bed We Made brings plenty of puzzles to solve and mysteries to uncover, all overlaid with an inescapable suspense. How will Sophie's decisions (and cleaning) impact the lives of everyone in the hotel?
We've made it to Episode 50!! In this milestone episode, Kate and...
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No Small GamesEp. 49 - Keep DrivingKeep Driving, developed and published by YCJY Games, is a management RPG with turn-based combat, and the thickest of vibes. You play as a young person, heading out onto the open road in your trusty car, traveling across the country to meet your friend at a music festival. Along the way, you encounter every facet of life: the good, the bad, and the surprising. You can pick up hitchhikers, take on odd jobs, refill at gas stations, and explore both small roadside towns and big cities. But along the way you have to face off against all manner of...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - July 2025 feat. David Pietrangelo, Remember 64Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
Summer is in full swing and, just like the heat, the indie game new releases are relentless! But we're not complaining because July has been another month packed with absolute bangers. And this month, we're delighted to welcome David Pietrangelo of the Remember 64 podcast and Console Creatures media network to the show! We've got oodles of indie game demos and new releases to share with you, along with some brief thoughts on this...
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No Small GamesEp. 48 - Until Then feat. Jared Moss, Play Along PodcastUntil Then, developed by Polychroma Games and published by Maximum Entertainment, is a narrative adventure set in a beautiful pixel-art world inspired by the modern day Philippines. You play as Mark, a high school student who is doing his best to keep up with school, life and his friendships while his parents are both working abroad. Although Mark is smart and capable, he struggles to maintain motivation for school and has started to question the direction his life is taking. His whole life is turned on its head the day a new student joins the school.
In Episode 48...
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No Small GamesEp. 47 - The Crush HouseNo Small Games' summer season is heating up with The Crush House! In this "thirst-person shooter" from Nerial and published by Devolver Digital, you play as the producer on 1999's hottest reality TV show. You make every decision from casting, to what gets captured on camera, to running ad spots. As you get familiar with the house and the cadence of each season, you'll also start to unearth some of the sinister secrets behind the show.
In episode 47 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss how their experience playing The Crush House aligns with their tastes and...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - June 2025 feat. Nick and Will, Friday Night GamecastWelcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
The sun is out, the vacation vibes are bumpin', and that means another Summer Game Fest has dropped! Summer Game Fest 2025 was bigger and better than ever, with even more showcases and dozens of exciting indie game announcements. We are so lucky to be joined by Nick and Will from the Friday Night Gamecast podcast to discuss our highlights from eight of the SGF showcases this year. We had some great laughs and...
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No Small GamesEp. 46 - WanderstopWanderstop, developed by Ivy Road, is a narrative cozy game that follows main character Alta on her journey to understand why her body and mind will no longer cooperate with her on her mission to be the best fighter in the world. She finds herself in a clearing in the forest, sitting on a bench with Boro, the owner of the Wanderstop tea shop. Players will accompany Alta as she makes tea, gets to know whimsical and strange customers, and attempts to understand the conflicts within herself.
In episode 46 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss how...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - May 2025Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
LudoNarraCon, Six One Indie Showcase, PAX East, oh my! We're beginning to ramp up towards the absolute fugue state that is Summer Game Fest. May brought us several huge gaming new events and showcases, and with those came many new indie game demos and full releases. We're sharing our favorite highlights from some of these events, as well as the demos we've played in the last month. We've also played some fascinating new...
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No Small GamesPAX East 2025 RecapPAX East 2025 was an absolute whirlwind of meeting wonderful friends and colleagues, chatting with developers and publishers, and getting our hands on awesome indie game demos!
Join us for our day-by-day PAX East 2025 recap, where we relive all the exciting and memorable moments we experienced at this year's event! No Small Games was honored once again with the opportunity to cover the show as media attendees in 2025, and we took advantage of every moment. In this recap episode, we're taking you directly onto the show floor for developer and publisher interviews. We're also reflecting on the game demos...
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No Small GamesEp. 45 - 1000xRESIST feat. Jenny Windom1000xRESIST, developed by Sunset Visitor and published by Fellow Traveler, took 2024 by storm in the indie game world. You navigate a strange yet slightly familiar futuristic society as Watcher, whose role is to be witness to the Allmother's memories. Touching on topics of resistance and social change, generational trauma, love, friendship and mother-daughter relationships, the game is almost beyond definition. This is a game you just have to experience (maybe even twice) to understand.
In Episode 45 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily are joined by Jenny Windom, organizer of Wholesome Games and co-host of the Geeks & Grounds...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - April 2025Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
2025 is ramping up, people!! April brought us more showcases, a huge number of new releases, and some brand new indie game demos to check out. We're unpacking our experiences with demos from the Galaxies and Triple-i Initiative Showcases. We're also sharing mini reviews of some spring indie game releases like Spilled!, Space Sprouts, Axyz, and more!
Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on...
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No Small GamesEp. 44 - Afterlove EPAfterlove EP, developed by Pikselnesia, is a slice-of-life story that follows a young musician named Rama, as he struggles to reconnect with his friends and his music in the wake of the death of his girlfriend. The game takes place in modern day Jakarta, and players will find themselves immersed in the sights and sounds of the city through the game's beautifully illustrated environments. You'll help Rama build back relationships with his bandmates as you practice for an upcoming gig. You'll guide him through the sweet and nerve-wracking world of dating. Most importantly, players can help Rama make sure...
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No Small GamesEp. 43 - Guacamelee Gold Edition
Guacamelee is an indie classic, that released by in 2013 from DrinkBox Studios. This action platformer is a stylish take on the Metroidvania genre and its story and vibes were inspired by Mexican-culture and folklore. You play as a young farmhand-turned-luchador, who escapes the world of the dead using a magical mask. As you traverse these gorgeous map zones, both in the world of the living and the dead, you fight the evil Calaca's minions and gain new powers to push further in hopes of rescuing your dear Lupita.
In episode 43 of No Small Games, Kate and...
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No Small GamesEp. ? - HavenSurprise!! It’s a rare Tuesday edition of No Small Games. And there’s absolutely nothing unusual going on here. Just another totally normal episode of No Small Games, the indie game podcast hosted by Bo_Po and DiscoCola! In this episode, the two cover the beautiful action RPG Haven. In this game, developed by The Game Bakers, you play as two lovers who have escaped their home world together to forge a new future together on a mysterious planet. You’ll hear the hosts discuss their individual approaches to the combat and strategy of the game. You’ll also lea...
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UnderplayedBonus - Here Comes Niko!, Penko Park, & WEBFISHINGSurprise, it's a special BONUS episode of Underplayed! One of 2024's unexpected indie hits has us enjoying the comfort of multiplayer gathering places as we cast our fishing lines and play as adorable animals. We're all chronically online these days, but rarely are our digital hangouts so wholesome.This is Underplayed, where Bo_Po and DiscoCola (are usually the ones who) review indie games of all kinds! This episode features guest hosts Kate Hunter and Emily Merritt from No Small Games!Timestamps00:00 - Start03:19 - Kate's Secret Game21:25 - Emily's Secret Game
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - March 2025 feat. Jacob McCourtWelcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
Welcome special guest Jacob McCourt to No Small Games! We were delighted to have Jacob join us for our March Indie Game Roundup episode. First, we dug into indie game news from the past month, and discussed winter showcase season. These showcases came in with a bang and none of us were prepared for the deluge of exciting game announcements. Then, we moved on to our main event: Steam Next Fest demos! We...
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SUPER GHOSTEp. 133 - Influential Indie Games | Super Meat Boy, Castle Crashers, Shovel Knight and More (ft. Kate and Emily)This week the SuperPod Boiz are joined by Kate and Emily of No Small Games to discuss some influential indie games that played a big part in how they look at indie games today and how they helped to shape their gaming tastes. We also abolish horiscopes in favor of Ooblets. All hail Ooblets. What are some indie games that made a huge impact on you? Comment on Bluesky
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No Small GamesEp. 42 - Mouthwashing feat. Dave JacksonMouthwashing, developed by Wrong Organ and published by CRITICAL REFLEX, is a psychological horror game following the actions of the Tulpar's crew as they work together to survive a catastrophic crash in the middle of outer space. Tensions rise as food and supplies run low. You play as Jimmy, the acting captain, as he grapples with how to take responsibility for his crew during this trying situation. As the story proceeds, players will discover there's something even darker in this story than the empty void of space.
In Episode 42 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily are joined...
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No Small GamesEp. 41 - Grunn
Grunn is a completely normal gardening game, developed by Sokpop Collective and Tom van den Boogaart, where nothing strange or off-beat is going on. You arrive by bus at a quaint Dutch village in the countryside, with instructions to clean up the manor house's garden by the end of the weekend. Very soon, however, you begin to notice some strange goings on about town... not least of which is the disappearance of your tools. The low poly graphics that warp and bend as you move about the garden give an otherworldly feel to the experience. What mysteries...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - February 2025 feat. Michael Gruar, Lunar Chippy GamesWelcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This has been both the longest and shortest month in existence, but the good news is that we're back with a bunch of awesome indie games to talk about! This roundup features some brand new releases from the tail end of 2024, along with some indie classics popping in from our backlogs! Plus, we chat briefly about our most anticipated indies of the coming year, and some rad demos that we got to check...
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No Small GamesYearbook Vol. 2
Believe it or not, we just closed out our second year of No Small Games! This has truly been such a wild ride! From meeting in person for the first time at PAX, to helping to judge the Indie Game Awards, to launching our written reviews on the website, we've cherished every minute and every opportunity. And we can't thank you all enough for supporting us along the way!
In addition to giving a recap of all of the games covered in the first four seasons of the show, in the No Small Games Yearbook Vol. 2...
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Crossplay Conversations: A Video Game PodcastMost Anticipated Indies of 2025 [ft. No Small Games] (Episode 42)Episode Notes
This week, the lads are joined by special guests Kate Hunter and Emily Merritt (No Small Games Podcast) to unpack their most anticipated indie games of 2025! Get your wishlists ready and enjoy.
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Games Discussed on Today’s Episode:
Incredibox - So Far So Good
Arctic Eggs - The Water Museum, cockydoody, abmarnie, Cameron Ginex
Citizen Sleeper...
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No Small GamesEp. 40 - Crypt Custodian feat. Matt Storm
Crypt Custodian, developed by Kyle Thompson, is a touching and adorable metroidvania. You play as Pluto, a little cat who has just arrived in the afterlife, after a tragic end cut short his cozy life with his human family. Some accidental shenanigans lead to him being banned to spend all of eternity cleaning up trash from the outskirts of the underworld by Kendra, the guardian of the afterlife. Now Pluto has to fight corrupted beings, sweep up trash and make friends in order to make it back into Kendra's palace.
In Episode 40 of No Small Games...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - January 2025Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This has been both the longest and shortest month in existence, but the good news is that we're back with a bunch of awesome indie games to talk about! This roundup features some brand new releases from the tail end of 2024, along with some indie classics popping in from our backlogs! Plus, we chat briefly about our most anticipated indies of the coming year, and some rad demos that we got to check...
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No Small GamesEp. 39 - Another Crab's Treasure feat. HamonCutta
Another Crab's Treasure is a combat-oriented soulslike adventure set in an underwater world overrun by a few greedy creatures trying to get their grubby little claws, fins and tentacles on all the wealth of their community. You play as Kril, a tiny hermit crab whose shell was repossessed by a literal loan shark. Now, Kril has to fight his way through the shallows, reefs and open ocean to get his home back. You'll face formidable bosses and navigate through treacherous landscapes on your quest, but you'll also meet some new friends along the way. Just maybe, together...
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No Small GamesEp. 38 - Selfloss
Selfloss, developed by Goodwin Games, is an emotional action adventure game where we play as Kazimir, an old man who has found himself caught in between life and the beyond. As he moves through the purgatory he finds himself in, you must help him clear an infectious miasma that threatens this world. You also encounter a cast of friendly (or at least non-threatening) characters who are in need of Kazimir's healing abilities. Kazimir has been tasked with performing the ritual of Selfloss for anyone who needs it: helping these characters pay respect to their lost loved ones...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - December 2024Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
Even as the year closes out, 2024 does not slow down with fantastic indie game releases. In this latest roundup, we're recapping our participation in judging the Indie Game Awards, with a quick review of some of our highlights from the nominees. You'll also hear our take on the demo for Aikyam, which has quickly become a most anticipated game of 2025. And as always, we've got lots of new releases to talk about from...
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No Small GamesEp. 37 - Lake: Season's Greetings DLC feat. Jacob Price of The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast
The Lake: Season's Greetings DLC follows the holiday shenanigans of Thomas Weiss, and the other inhabitants of Providence Oaks, the setting of the base game story. Thomas is the father of Meredith Weiss, the protagonist of the original game, and in 1985 is the one and only mail carrier in town. This special holiday story gives players another cozy peek into life in this small town. We get a little more backstory for many iconic characters and get to know some new ones! Best of all, this slice of life narrative all takes place against the...
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No Small GamesEp. 36 - UFO 50
UFO 50, developed by Mossmouth, is not just a single game. This is a retro-inspired pack of 50 games, that represent the full library of titles published by the fictitious game company UFO Soft. These games' fictitious release dates span from the years 1982-1989 and were playable on three made up consoles. As you can tell, the lore goes deep in this game. The developers were meticulous in how they designed the game from each date, making sure to constrain the game's technical requirements to reflect the technology of that era. However, developers Derek Yu and Jon Perry were...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - November 2024Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This month has been incredibly packed with indie game news, events and lots of exciting new releases! Looking back, we can't believe all of this took place in just one month! In the November Indie Game Roundup, we've recapped the Save & Sound Showcase, we're looking ahead to the Indie Game Awards (which we're honored to help judge), and getting into all the games we've been playing lately! The new releases we're covering here...
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No Small GamesEp. 35 - Little Kitty Big City feat. OlivesCrossing
Little Kitty Big City is an open world adventure game where you play as a small house cat who has fallen off of their cozy window perch and finds themselves on the streets of the big city. You have to get home, but the climb back up to your perch seems so daunting! But thankfully there are unexpected friends awaiting you in the urban sprawl. With the help of Crow, Tanuki, and a cast of other cute and quirky creatures, can you make it back home?
In Episode 35 of No Small Games, OlivesCrossing joins Kate and...
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No Small GamesEp. 34 - The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood
In The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, developed by Deconstructeam and published by Devolver Digital, you play as Fortuna, a witch who has been banished to one thousand years of isolation on her asteroid home. In a moment of desperation, Fortuna makes the dangerous and illegal decision to summon the behemoth Abramar. Abramar presents her with an opportunity for freedom, and also a heavy cost. Through this new partnership, Fortuna also learns to craft a new deck of power divination cards, which you will get to wield as you read into the future of your friends, acquaintances...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - October 2024Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
If you can believe it, another Steam Next Fest has come and gone. In this installment of the Indie Game Roundup, we're talking demos and discussing the October Steam Next Fest, which took place from October 14-21 and featured over 2600 game demos. We noticed a palpable difference between the fall event and the most recent previous Next Fest in June, and compared notes on these differences, as well as our favorite demos!
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No Small GamesEp. 33 - Fields of Mistria feat. MintendoGaming
After suffering a great deal of damage from a huge earthquake, the town of Mistria needs your help! Luckily, there's a free farm, with lots of land in it for you, and lots of mysteries to discover in the area. Even better, there's a shocking number of very attractive singles inhabiting the town, as well! Fields of Mistria offers many of the classic experiences that farming sim fans know and love, with some unexpected twists that elevate the gameplay (no, really, have you talked to the dragon statue yet?).
In Episode 33 of No Small Games, MintendoGaming...
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No Small GamesEp. 32 - Vampire Therapist feat. Cyrus Nemati, Little Bat GamesVampire Therapist is a narrative adventure where you play as a vampire-cowboy therapist-in-training, and is the debut title from Little Bat Games. You play as Sam Walls, American cowboy, traveling to Germany in search of your new mentor, Andromachos. Andromachos intends to teach Sam the ways of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and start him on his way to helping many other vampires on their mental health journeys. We laughed, we cried, and we learned a heck of a lot about ourselves and the funny ways vampires (and humans) think!
In Episode 32 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily break...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - September 2024Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
September was PACKED with wild indie game news stories. From Annapurna Interactive's entire team leaving en masse, to Nintendo and The Pokémon Company finally announcing a lawsuit against Palworld's developer Pocket Pair, we discuss our thoughts on these big moves and shakes in the indie game world. We also discuss the demos we've been playing, plus new releases like Wild Bastards, Tiny Glade, REKA and more!
Also, huge thanks to our n...
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No Small GamesEp. 31 - Cozy Caravan feat. EsnueilDepart on a heartwarming and homey adventure with your bestie Bubba in Cozy Caravan. This chill management sim, developed by 5 Lives Studios, entered Early Access in May 2024. In this game, you'll travel around an adorable and picturesque countryside in a bee-drawn caravan, taking in the sights and helping out the local townsfolk.
In Episode 31 of No Small Games, Esnueil (or Essy, for shot) joins Kate and Emily to talk about Cozy Caravan, the very first Early Access game covered int he podcast. They discuss their likes and dislikes among the unique and innovative features of this management sim...
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No Small GamesBonus - Cascadia & Board Game Digital Adaptations feat. alonechark
If you love a good board game night, it might just be time to call up your friends, pop that popcorn and... fire up your PC!
In this very special B-B-B-BONUS episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily got to sit down with Chark (or alonechark, as she goes by online) to talk about digital adaptations of board games! Specifically, the NSG team got the hookup through Chark to try out the beta version of the upcoming game Cascadia digital, developed by Dire Wolf Digital. Cascadia is a much beloved board game about the wilds...
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No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - August 2024Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
August was a wild month for our co-hosts, but in the end, Emily and Kate played quite a few games and demos that they're excited to share with you! From the brand new horror title Dark and Deep, to the playful music-maker ODDADA, to the cute and colorful dungeon crawler Slash Quest, we've got a huge range of new titles to discuss this month. This month was also filled with exciting game demos...
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No Small GamesEp. 30 - Lorelei and the Laser EyesIn episode 30 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily get to the bottom of what is going on in Lorelei and the Laser Eyes. You'll get the perspectives of both puzzle-positive (Emily) and puzzle-averse (Kate) players, as we dig into the core question: did Simogo make this game TOO hard? The hosts get philosophical at the end as they dig into the messages and themes of the game's story. But the biggest mystery of all remains unanswered: what the heck was the tampon for??
Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:11:25 - Weekly Boss Battles
00:21:30 - Lorelei and...
2024-08-222h 01
No Small GamesEp. 29 - INDIKA feat. OrzulsPlaceIn Episode 29 of No Small Games, our hosts are joined in their review of INDIKA by special guest OrzulsPlace, who affectionately goes by Orzul, Orzu, or Zuzu. Before they dive into the game discussion, Emily and Kate get to know Orzul better, learning about their deep connection to music and the bands they plays in. During their discussion of INDIKA, Orzul and Kate discuss their personal connection to the themes of the game and the main character's internal journey. The three continue to uncover fascinating new observations about the game throughout the episode. This is a very special and...
2024-08-082h 50
No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - July: Clickolding, Stray Gods DLC, Valley Peaks, and more
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions.
This summer continues to be hot and heavy with indie game releases, and we've got some big drops to discuss from July! Kate played Clickolding on its release day (and now will never look at a clicker counter the same way again). Emily got into the climbing mindset with early access to Valley Peaks. The two also discuss the epic new Stray Gods DLC, focused on Orpheus (voiced by Anthony Rapp...
2024-07-311h 26
No Small GamesEp. 28 - Bendy and the Ink Machine feat. JenIsOnlineIn Episode 28 of No Small Games, special guest Jen (known online as JenIsOnline) joins Kate and Emily to review the horror puzzle game, Bendy and the Ink Machine. Jen sheds light on some of the intricate lore beneath the surface of Bendy, including Alice Angel's origins and the identity of some of the cursed creatures who stalk the studios. The three discuss which chapters they enjoyed most, which foiled them most, and when they encountered the biggest jumpscares.
Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:00 - Meet Our Guest
00:16:00 - Weekly Boss Battles
00:21:10 - Bendy and the...
2024-07-251h 35
No Small GamesEp. 27 - Bramble: The Mountain KingJoin Kate and Emily for episode 27 of No Small Games for their review and plot recap of Bramble: The Mountain King. You'll hear the two share their scariest moments, favorite boss fights, and overall thoughts on the Scandinavian folk adventure. PLUS, this episode features one of the biggest disagreements the two have had about a moment in a featured game!
Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:08:45 - Weekly Boss Battles
00:15:10 - Bramble: The Mountain King Discussion
01:45:05 - Game Ratings
01:48:05 - One Small Thing
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2024-07-111h 54
No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - June 2024
Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demo and new release discussions.
Our second installment of Indie Game Roundup was a whirlwind and so was the month of June! This month we're discussing Steam Next Fest, which took place from June 10-17 and featured over 1800 game demos. Next Fest is one of our favorite events of the year and we covered a lot of ground, playing a total of over 50 demos between us. We're excited to share our highlights and favorite demos from...
2024-06-301h 58
No Small GamesEp. 26 - Crow CountryWhat really happened at the Crow Country amusement park two years ago? Special Agent Mara Forest is on the case.
We're kicking off our Scary Summer season with a review of Crow Country from SFB Games, which released earlier this year. You play as Mara, who has just arrived to investigate a missing person's case at the abandoned amusement park. The further you get into the park, the more the plot thickens, and the owner Edward Crow remains out of reach. Crow Country is styled after iconic retro horror titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, and packs...
2024-06-271h 51
No Small GamesSummer Game Fest 2024 RecapThis year brought us a huge showing of indie game announcements at Summer Game Fest, and we were truly blown away by the volume of exciting news delivered in the participating showcases. In this special Summer Game Fest edition of No Small Games, you'll hear our recap of our biggest highlights from these events. We're bringing you our favorites from Day of the Devs, Devolver Direct, Wholesome Direct, Latin American Games Showcase and Women-led Games Showcase!
Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:30 - Day of the Devs Highlights
00:33:54 - Devolver Digital Highlights
00:39:40 - Wholesome Direct Highlights
2024-06-131h 41
No Small GamesGame Dev Chat - Sky: Children of the Light with Community Manager Amelia RazinhaSky: Children of the Light is a cozy MMO, developed by thatgamecompany, the studio behind Journey and Flower. The game places a focus on exploration, discovery, and wholesome player interactions. Consent and cooperation are baked into engagement between players.
In the latest No Small Games developer chat, Kate and Emily chatted with Amelia Razinha, Community Manager at thatgamecompany. They discussed her work with the Sky community and what it takes to cultivate such a kind and respectful gaming space. We hope you love this special interview from No Small Games!
Keep in touch with us on...
2024-06-061h 15
No Small GamesIndie Game Roundup - May 2024Introducing No Small Games' Indie Game Roundup!! A new monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demo and new release discussions.
This first installment of Indie Game Roundup is almost as jampacked with indie game news from May 2024 as the month itself! Once a month we'll now be featuring all the news that's fit to print about the games and demos we've been playing, indie game events and more! This month we're discussing the super stacked lineup of indie game releases including Hades 2, Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, Little Kitty Big City and so many more...
2024-05-311h 41
No Small GamesEp. 25 - Snufkin: Melody of MoominvalleySnufkin returns after a long winter away, only to discover all is not well in Moominvalley...
The musical adventure, Snufkin: Memory of Moominvalley by Hyper Games, opens with Snufkin's return, and his single-minded desire to reconnect with his dear friend Moomintroll. During the Moomins' winter hibernation, many changes have impacted the valley. The river has run dry, the grass has wilted, and odd police-ridden parks have cropped up. Guide Snufkin on his journey to find his friend, and restore the valley to its natural beauty, using only your musical instruments to pave the way.
Join Kate and E...
2024-05-301h 20
No Small GamesEp. 24 - Firewatch feat. ShinobiJulesHenry took a summer job in the wilderness to get away from his life, but he could never have guessed what he was getting himself into...
Firewatch, developed by Campo Santo, is a first-person mystery game where you play a brand new fire lookout in the wilds of Wyoming. Our main character, Henry, has left behind the rubble of his old life to pursue the solitude of the forests. His only lifeline is his boss Delilah, who he can communicate with exclusively via walkie-talkie. While he searches for himself, Henry and Delilah uncover much more than they ever...
2024-05-162h 06
No Small GamesEp. 23 - En Garde!There is no problem too great for the sword of Adalia de Volador... except maybe her annoying brother and witty crush!
En Garde! is a swashbuckling action adventure game with a huge helping of flourish and panache. Players fight their way through the story as vigilante hero Adalia de Volador as she tries to foil the evil Count Duke's schemes. The combat is smooth, approachable and delightfully playful.
In Episode 23, Kate and Emily are parrying, riposting, and dodging their way through this review of En Garde!, developed by Fireplace Games. You'll hear the two discuss their theories...
2024-05-021h 25
No Small GamesEp. 22 - ViewfinderWhat you see is literally what you get in Viewfinder, where players solve puzzles by bringing photographs to life.
Viewfinder is a first-person puzzle adventure game that encourages the player to experiment and explore within its beautiful, surreal environments. You use photographs scattered throughout the world (or that you capture yourself) to manipulate the spaces and create brand new structures. While the game centers around the puzzles, players who want to seek out the story will discover a cast of characters with depth and passion, on a desperate mission.
Join Kate and Emily for episode 22 of No...
2024-04-181h 36
No Small GamesPAX East 2024 RecapPAX East 2024 was huge for No Small Games and brought about many firsts for the podcast! Not only was it the team's first time at the expo, it was also Kate and Emily's first time meeting in person and first live event together. And we're bringing you along with us for our highlights from the show!
This episode is packed with our impressions of the demos we played, clips of interviews we recorded on the show floor, and deep dives with developers talking about their games. 2024 brought us a huge showing of indie games at PAX East and w...
2024-04-121h 33
No Small GamesEp. 21 - American ArcadiaTrevor Hills just discovered he's the least popular star of the most popular TV show in America... and now he hast to run for his life.
American Arcadia follows two protagonists: the unassuming everyman Trevor Hills and the clever, strategic, and mysterious Angela Solano. After a sending a series of shocking and surreptitious messages to get Trevor's attention, Angela reveals a truth that will turn his life upside down: he is one of thousands of cast members of America's most popular reality TV show. And now he's in danger. Play as both Angela and Trevor as they tag-team...
2024-04-042h 20
No Small GamesYearbook Vol. 1
Thank you to all of our listeners, guests, and supporters for making it a fantastic first year of No Small Games!
In No Small Games' inaugural Yearbook Episode, we are recapping and reminiscing about the first full year of the show. Get a peek behind the curtains as Kate and Emily reflect on each season, their lessons learned and their successes, as they ventured into their first year of podcasting.
In addition to recapping all of the games covered in the first four seasons of the show, Kate and Emily reveal their picks for their...
2024-03-211h 47
No Small GamesGame Dev Chat - Hyperdrive Inn with Juho KuorikoskiIn the latest No Small Games developer chat, Kate and Emily talk with Juho about his creative process and the design and development of his latest game, Hyperdrive Inn. Juho describes the facets of his career, from journalism to R&D development, that all ultimately led him to his work in game development. The three discuss his upcoming title, and the non-linear design process behind this non-linear game. We hope you love listening to his story and the work behind Hyperdrive Inn!
Keep in touch with us on social media:
Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/kat...
2024-03-071h 03
No Small GamesEp. 20 - Thirsty Suitors
Starting fresh can be hard to do, especially when your past keeps popping back up to fight you...
In Thirsty Suitors, developed by Outerloop Games and published by Annapurna Interactive, you play as Jala, a young woman returning to her hometown for the first time in years. Jala is intent on moving forward after a recent big breakup, but first must rebuild the many past relationships she left in the rubble when she left home.
Join Kate and Emily for episode 20 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Thirsty...
2024-02-012h 03
No Small GamesEp. 19 - Kena: Bridge of Spirits feat. dprince216Befriend both cute and formidable friends to fulfill the brutal yet rewarding role of Spirit Guide...
Explore a forgotten village and it's surroundings as you help bring peace to unsettled spirits, who are longing to move on. Kena: Bridge of Spirits, developed and published by Ember Lab, features intense combat and heartfelt stories of love and loss. On a quest to find and reconnect with her father, the Spirit Guide before her, Kena must face up to spirits corrupted by anger and grief. Ultimately you and Kena learn the fate of this long-deserted region.
In Episode 19 of...
2024-01-181h 39
No Small GamesEp. 18 - Stray Gods
Imagine a week where being accused of murder isn't the wildest thing that happened to you... because you just discovered every Greek god you had ever heard of is real.
That's exactly the week that main character Grace is experiencing in the game Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical, developed by Summerfall Studios. After a chance (or maybe fated) encounter with the muse Calliope, Grace finds herself abruptly dropped in the middle of centuries-old drama and tensions among the Greek pantheon of gods and idols. But processing this brand new information is the least of Grace's worries, a...
2024-01-041h 40
No Small GamesEp. 17 - Secret Santa Games feat. Underplayed
Ho ho ho!! Santa came early this holiday season and he (or she) is brining us indie games!
Buckle up for a very special holiday episode of No Small Games!! Kate and Emily are joined for the first ever Secret Santa Games, by guests Bo_Po and DiscoCola, the co-hosts of the indie game podcast Underplayed. The four got together for a festive Secret Santa event where all the gifts were indie games! This event riffs on the Underplayed segment "Secret Games" in which the hosts each play a game in secret and...
2023-12-212h 49
No Small GamesBonus - Wholesome Snack 2023
Did you think we were done with b-b-b-b-bonus episodes for 2023? Not quite!! On December 6, Wholesome Games held their Wholesome Snack: The Game Awards Edition 2023, a fun-sized 30 minute direct packed with indie game trailers and news. The showcase featured 20 new and upcoming game announcements, including many games that piqued Kate and Emily's interest!
In this bonus episode, Kate and Emily count down their top 5 games that they're most excited for from this event (in no particular order). The co-hosts also brought in some guesses about each other's picks... let's see how many they got correct! We hope...
2023-12-1437 min
No Small GamesEp. 16 - Goodbye Volcano High
If the end of the world was right around the corner what would you do? Who or what would matter most to you?
Fang and their friends are entering their senior year of high school with big ambitions and some big changes. Biggest of all, they're facing the looming threat of an asteroid hurtling towards Earth, threatening all life as they know it. Goodbye Volcano High, developed by indie game studio KO_OP, is part cinematic narrative adventure, part musical rhythm game, and touches on topics of love, friendship and change.
Join Kate and Emily...
2023-12-071h 32
No Small GamesGame Dev Chat - Bear in the Snow with The Spookfish
"When I first moved into the old farm house after living in the city, I was surprised at how dark it got at night..."
This is how the instruction manual for the game Bear in the Snow begins. This game, along with the album it accompanies, was created by Dan Goldberg, who performs and publishes his music under the name The Spookfish. Each of the ten levels of the game is played along to the music of one of the songs from the album of the same name, and draws on Dan's experiences living in a...
2023-11-261h 05
No Small GamesBonus - Indie World Showcase, Nov. 2023
It's time for yet another b-b-b-b-bonus episode!! Nintendo held their second Indie World Showcase of 2023 on November 14, featuring over a dozen announcements about new and upcoming indie games coming to the Switch. In this bonus episode, Kate and Emily discuss these updates, comparing which of the Switch releases they are most looking forward to and which trailers they found the most captivating. Did Emily correctly guess the games that Kate was most looking forward to? Did Kate identify the "Emily games" among the list of featured titles? Were there any immediate must haves that the two absolutely...
2023-11-2147 min
No Small GamesEp. 15 - Mineko’s Night Market
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...
2023-11-091h 18
No Small GamesEp. 14 - Killer Frequency
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 en...
2023-10-261h 15
No Small GamesEp. 13 - Coffee Talk & Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly feat. Sheilur
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 13...
2023-10-122h 16
No Small GamesEp. 12 - Venba
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...
2023-09-281h 32
No Small GamesEp. 11 - Lakeburg Legacies feat. MarcyLaycelle
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...
2023-09-141h 56
No Small GamesBonus - Happy Birthday Ooblets!
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...
2023-09-011h 03
No Small GamesEp. 10 - Lake feat. CatsaremeExperience 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...
2023-08-172h 27
No Small GamesEp. 9 - Oxenfree & Oxenfree II: Lost SignalsSomething 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...
2023-08-032h 38
No Small GamesEp. 8 - Spiritfarer feat. Pink UmbrellaAt the end of their days, on their way to the beyond, lost souls can always count on the Spiritfarer...
Follow Stella, the brand new Spiritfarer, as she learns the meaning of her role to the many spirits she encounters and befriends on their way to the after life. But a Spiritfarer's job isn't limited to getting to know these new friends, she must also care for them, provide them with food and lodging, and upgrade the ship on which they all live in order to accommodate these needs. Farm, cook, craft and sail your way through...
2023-07-202h 17
No Small GamesEp. 7 - Cult of the LambDo you have what it takes to build a loyal following, take on the old gods and become the one true cult?
Cult of the Lamb bridges multiple genres, bringing farming simulation, base building and resource management together with adrenaline-packed roguelike combat, to create an immersive and addictive gaming experience. Players serve an ominous figure, The One Who Waits, by cultivating a following and taking on the Old Gods.
In the seventh episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the cute and cozy roguelike Cult of the Lamb, by Massive...
2023-07-061h 33
No Small GamesEp. 6 - Stories Untold feat. Krysta HopeExperience the tug of nostalgia but be careful, sinister truths await you in the hearts of the analog devices in Stories Untold...
Developed by No Code and published by Devolver Digital, Stories Untold is an experimental narrative-driven horror game, told over the course of 4 distinct episodes.
In the sixth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily welcome their first ever special guest, Krysta Hope aka HopingForHorrror, to chat about and review Stories Untold. The three discuss their history with the horror genre, what their boundaries are, and what scares them the most. Join the...
2023-06-221h 59
No Small GamesBonus - Wholesome Direct 2023Wholesome Games held their third annual Wholesome Direct Indie Game Showcase on June 10, 2023, featuring footage and announcements from 70+ cute and cozy indie games. In this episode, the No Small Games hosts recap the direct and discuss the announcements that got them most excited from Saturday's presentation.
After recapping their favorite announcements from the Wholesome Direct, our hosts review the demo of the upcoming cute and cozy roguelike game Grimoire Groves, developed by Swiss game development company Stardust.
Links and Shoutouts
You can watch the full 2023 Wholesome Direct - Indie Game Showcase on YouTube.
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2023-06-121h 38
No Small GamesBonus - PrideHappy Pride Month!!
No Small Games is celebrating Pride by sharing some of our favorite indie games featuring LGBTQIA+ stories and characters. Indie video games and their developers are uniquely positioned to be able to tell stories that are too frequently left out of the mainstream, and to tell them in authentic ways. Kate and Emily shared their picks for 5 categories including: Favorite Game with a Queer Protagonist, Favorite Game with a Queer Storyline, and Favorite Game with Gay Parents.
After recapping their favorite indie games for Pride month, our hosts review the demo of...
2023-06-0853 min
No Small GamesEp. 5 - Terra NilTurn the concept of a city builder on its head and revitalize regions stripped of their natural ecosystems...
Terra Nil is an environmental strategy game that puts you in charge of an expedition to transform barren, desolate lands and bring them back to life. The game takes the classic UI and gameplay of a city builder and applies them to a natural landscape in desperate need of a little TLC. Terra Nil flips the concept of "progress" on its head. Instead of winning through the process on industrialization and natural resource consumption, you win by...
2023-06-011h 06
No Small GamesEp. 4 - One Hand ClappingYour voice is a powerful thing, it can foster connection and drive back the darkness...
One Hand Clapping takes you on a journey alongside your little purple companion, to discover both your voice and your confidence in using it. Traverse beautiful 2D landscapes. Meet and learn from wise musical mentors. Sing your song to confront and banish the darkness without and within yourself.
In the fourth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the vocal 2D platformer One Hand Clapping, developed Bad Dream Games and published by Handy...
2023-05-181h 16
No Small GamesEp. 3 - Hundred DaysWould you leave your whole life behind to go run a winery in Italy?
This episode's game protagonist, Emma, turns her whole world on its end when she gets an unexpected letter from an old friend of her grandfather. Through his notes to her and supportive members of her new community, she learns about the seasons on the vineyard, the complex decisions involved in winemaking, and the feeling of pride in tasting her very own new vintage.
In the third episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss their experiences playing the winemaking simulator...
2023-05-041h 06
No Small GamesBonus - Indie World ShowcaseB-b-b-b-bonus episode time!! On April 19, Nintendo blessed us with a slew of indie game announcements in their Indie World Showcase. This week, Kate and Emily recap and react to the news. What game's sequel announcement had Kate saying "it was all worth it"? What 2022 indie game is actually too cozy for Emily? Find out in the very first bonus episode of No Small Games!
Looking for the hosts' reaction to a certain game announcement? Check the timecodes below:
Mineko’s Night Market - 00:04:08
My Time at Sandrock - 00:06:05
PlateUp! - 00:08:27
Quilts and Cats of Calico - 00:11:22
Ri...
2023-04-2441 min
No Small GamesEp. 2 - Beacon PinesSomething is amiss in the sleepy town of Beacon Pines...
They say beauty is more than skin deep, but so is mystery in this game about growing up, learning difficult truths, and taking risks to protect your community. In the second episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily discuss their experiences playing the cute and creepy narrative adventure Beacon Pines.
What was the most disturbing revelation in the twists and turns of the story? Who was the most charming of the woodland creatures who inhabit the town? Learn the good, the shocking, and the...
2023-04-2049 min
No Small GamesEp. 1 - Later AlligatorWelcome to the very first episode of No Small Games!!
When life gets challenging, just tell yourself: at least I'm not a 24 year-old alligator trying to make it in the big city, worrying that his family is going to off him on his own birthday. Kate and Emily discuss their experiences playing the point-and-click adventure game Later Alligator. From the colorful cast of gator relatives, to engaging and vexing mini games, the pair share the good, the bad, and their most memorable moments from playing the game.
Haven't played Later Alligator yet and l...
2023-04-0657 min
No Small GamesWelcome to No Small Games (coming April 6)No Small Games is a new indie game recap and review podcast hosted by Kate and Emily! You may know them online as Katerblossom and aSpecificEgg! Kate and Emily met while streaming on Twitch, and bonded over their interest in astrology, their eclectic careers and their love of indie video games.
In each Episode of No Small Games, the two will be discussing a different indie game that they each played separately. They’ll be comparing their experiences: the good, the bad, their most memorable moments of their playthroughs.
At the end of each episode, th...
2023-03-2301 min