Shows
eConnXn's Casual CornerGame Project - Breaking Ground in Outer HarvestPeter and John are done with the theoreticals and conceptuals and have working code! This week Mark has the questions as we discuss what elements of our game are finally coming to life! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-06-0752 mineConnXn's Casual CornerIs This Podcast a Dev Blog?We don't have a singular thing to update here, so here's a state of the eConnXn address? Think like a Nintendo Direct, but e...Connect? Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-05-0329 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - The Final DraftThis week is Mark, Peter and John talking about the final draft of Game Face, the title of our short film and eventual feature. We discuss final narrative choices, what comes next and how we get there. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-04-1233 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerBorderlands - Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Trailer We have one last week before we can talk about the final draft of the script, so this week we leave you with a Gamer Theory discussion looking at the trailer for the newest Borderlands adventure, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-03-2923 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerElden Ring TrailerWith no news to announce regarding our own personal projects this week, as well as a brief layoff in finishing up another piece of these projects, we're going back to look at game trailers for a bit! This week looks at the trailer for the wildly successful new launch from FromSoftware, Elden Ring. The last entry in the Soulsbourne genre, Elden Ring knocks it out of the park in a cinematic experience that gives just enough narrative to leave us in the masses drooling for more. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. ...
2022-03-1532 mineConnXn's Casual CornerNew Team Member - Introducing KavondeIt's not surprise that Peter and Mark always have their hands full, so they've added a few new names to the roster. This week is all about our new social media guy and fellow content creator, Ed aka Kavonde! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-02-2326 mineConnXn's Casual CornerStaying InspiredWe're taking a break this week from the various projects and presentations that we have to just decompress and talk about what keeps us inspired to try and leave our mark in the gaming industry. If you have a Netflix account, check out High Score! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-02-1524 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes with Editor Colton DenisonThis week is a look behind the scenes, but after the scenes. Our guest is Colton Denison, the editor for the Game Face short film. After writing and after shooting, somebody has to do the dirty work and show us our story in a cohesive narrative. The man that makes that happen is the editor. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-02-0833 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes with w/ Best Boy Ray Shay This week moves back behind the camera with Best Boy Ray Shay. Ray is an indomitable force with 10 months of instruction that he makes look like years of experience. As the right hand man to the gaffer, Game Face wasn't happening without Ray's expertise and execution. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-02-0136 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes w/ Lead Actress Asiana Weddington We're back to BTS with the short film! This week we have our Lead Actress, Asiana Weddington. If you didn’t know already, the story was originally cast with a male lead, but Asiana saved our bacon in the eleventh hour and brought our story to life in a way that we could never have even dreamed! It's a long way from our plan to originally have her play a PA. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-01-2545 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFeature Film Project - First Draft Complete!The day has come! After a successful production with the Game Face short film, the wheels are turning for the feature. Peter has his first draft of the feature script completed and Mark has read it and John is reading it. This week Peter talks about the experience of writing a feature and breaks down some feedback with Mark. Watch the short film here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2022-01-1829 mineConnXn's Casual CornerGame Project - Introducing Outer Harvest At eConnXn, we dream big, and after finishing up the Game Face conceptual short film, and finishing writing the first draft of the full feature, it’s time to branch out even more. eConnXn has a new project incoming - Outer Harvest. This week Peter and Mark are talking with John about our newest joing project, officially in design, Outer Harvest. In 2023 we hope to have a simulation/management game where you, the player, oversee a small scale asteroid mining operation.
2022-01-1144 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes w/ Talent Chase BakerThis is our first week after the holiday break and we have our first guest in front of the camera, rather than behind, Chase Baker! Talented in so many more ways than one (he DJs!), we were beyond lucky to have Chase as talent in front of the camera for Game Face. This week we hear from him about his experiences in the industry as everything from being a PA, working in audio production to his passion for being on-screen. Check him out on instagram at @chasebakerofficial. Find more content at www.econnxn.com.
2022-01-0557 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes w/ Cinematographer Sean KellerThis week we sit down to have a conversation with Sean Keller, the Director of Photography/Cinematographer on Game Face. A key member in bringing to life the vision of our short film, as well as a trusted friend, Sean is a part of the team that we can not, and would not, do without. When we tried to think of a way to make a video game dynamic on the big screen, there wasn't any other name that came to mind. Find Sean's professional page here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com.
2021-12-221h 00eConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes w/ Composer Christopher ReedWe're continuing through our talented team this week with Chris Reed, fondly known as Topher, the Barefoot Composer. The creative team realized that there was nobody to score but Peter...Peter knows a guy. Chris fashioned a fantastic score for us not only out of the kindness of his heart, but also under strict deadlines to make sure we premiered on time. This...is his story. Find his professional page here, as well as his Soundcloud (including the GAME FACE score) here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're...
2021-12-1442 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes w/ Gaffer Justin Usami We're continuing on through cast and crew this week with Justin Usami, Gaffer for Game Face. Don't be fooled by his young age, this talented student has the skills to put even seasoned professionals to shame. Watch GAME FACE here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-12-0756 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Behind the Scenes w/ Director John SchulzeWe've had a short film premiere, but we just can't shut up about it. Over the next few months we'll be talking to different parts of the cast and crew to look at the amount of willpower and effort it took to put Game Face together. This week starts at the top with our long time friend, Director John Schulze. Watch GAME FACE here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-11-301h 09eConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - That's a Wrap! It has been a looooooooooong few months, but it’s finally done. The film has been shot and is finally in the post-production process! This week Peter and Mark look back at the shared experience and recount some of the highs and lows of making a short film on an even shorter budget. The one thing we weren't short on though, force of will. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-09-2957 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerResident Evil - Resident Evil 6 Trailer We’re back on a correct order this week with Resident Evil 6. Widely panned for it’s strange change in tone and gameplay, this trailer stands up there with the best of them. Jason Bourne couldn’t do these stunts better himself. Watch the video here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-08-3127 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerResident Evil - RE:3 Remake TrailerAfter a short break for Peter to get married, we're back with the next installment in the Resident Evil franchise. Due to some errors on Peter's part, this week is back to the remakes with RE:3. Classic Resident Evil in the modern resolutions, listen to our thoughts on how Nemesis looks coming into the modern era. Watch the video here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-08-3025 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerResident Evil - Resident Evil 4 E3 Announcement TrailerWhat comes after Resident Evil 2? Resident Evil 4 (3 got lost and is getting re-recorded and released later) of course. This week starts a new, more relaxed format with one of the most beloved games in the RE franchise, that takes the emphasis off of the film, and onto the game. Please let us know what you think! Watch the trailer here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-08-1027 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerResident Evil - Resident Evil 5 TrailerGreat heights always lead to a great valley at some point. It's hard to top a classic like Resident Evil 4, but can Resident Evil build up the hype to another success? This week looks at the trailer for the coop classic, Resident Evil 5. Watch the video here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-08-1033 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - Third Update (Shot Lists) This week is just looking at what the last big production meeting entailed. Peter reflects on some of the surprises that come from taking a story into the logistics of film making and Mark reflects on what’s to come. This week we’re looking at 30% completion! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-07-2726 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFilm Project - What Comes NextMark elaborates on what the next steps are in creating the short film now that Peter has it written. Another big meeting is coming this weekend, so how are we preparing to make sure that we can take this project from 15% completion, to 100%? Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-07-1323 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerResident Evil - RE:2 Remake TrailerWe appear to have unintentionally started a series here. Peter just finished up the RE:2 remake in the recent past, and Mark needs a taste of something scary, so this week is another trip through Resident Evil canon. This week is a look at the release trailer for the remake of the 90s classic, Resident Evil 2. Watch it here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-06-0140 mineConnXn's Casual CornerScript Writing for the New FeatureThis week is looking at the script writing process and what Peter did to prepare him for a process he knows nothing about as well as how surprised Mark is that it turned out well! Take it all in because the journey begins here! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-05-2533 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerResident Evil - First FMV Sequence (1996)In honor of the release of Resident Evil Village, we're going back in time to look at those gnarly old roots, with the opening FMV sequence from the first game. Breathe deep as we dust of that old low-res super 90s nostalgia and wonder, what exactly were we afraid of? Watch it here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-05-1142 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerLeague of Legends - Wild Rift CinematicThis is the end of what we have for League of Legends...for now. This week looks at the last trailer for Wild Rift, the LoL mobile MOBA coming soon to a phone near you, download it today! Watch it here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-05-1142 mineConnXn's Casual CornerNew Project AnnouncementPeter and Mark are going back to basics...Mark's basics. eConnXn is trying out a new medium, film. Mark has his background in film and Peter has his background in learning new things that he might not ever use again. This week is the first episode that will be discussing how the project came from the back burner, into the forefront and how it's taking our energy to push eConnXn forward. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-05-0427 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerLeague of Legends Cinematic - Warriors 2020 This week takes us into the pro scene with the music video developed for the music that was developed for the 2020 LCS season! League of Legends has a story, and it looks and sounds gorgeous. Check out the trials and tribulations of Garen and Lux, the wrath of Urgot and the forbidden riches of Ezreal. Watch the video here.
2021-04-2056 mineConnXn's Casual CornerGaming ServicesWe aren't dead, just distractable. This week Peter and Mark are looking at some of the things that made gaming great over the years without even being a game! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-04-1333 mineConnXn's Casual CornerDeveloper Spotlight - ValveWe're diggin a little further back with a company known less for it's games as of late, but who still created games that belong in the eternal video game hall of fame. The creators of Half-Life, Team Fortress, Counterstrike and the Source engine, we give you, Valve Corp. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-03-1628 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerLeague of Legends Cinematic - Welcome to League of Legends Peter and Mark are jumping into a new franchise this week. Every gamer knows it, whether they love it or hate it, this week is starting into League of Legends. Watch the cinematic here. We're diggin a little further back with a company known less for it's games as of late, but who still created games that belong in the eternal video game hall of fame. The creators of Half-Life, Team Fortress, Counterstrike and the Source engine, we give you, Valve Corp. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If...
2021-03-1648 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerLeague of Legends Cinematic - Go Noobs This week we look at a film from one of the most toxic places on the internet. From that toxic place we find one of the most uplifting messages in gaming. Have some grace, love the gamer (including yourself) and remember, Go Noobs. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game on Discord.
2021-03-1637 mineConnXn's Casual CornerDeveloper Spotlight - Blizzard-ActivisionThe boys are back to talk about another gaming giant that you may recognize, Blizzard-Activision. Whether you've been a fan since the Silicon and Synapse days, with your friends The Lost Vikings, or you're just now dipping your toes in with World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, Blizzard has probably touched your gaming life in more ways than you know. Give a listen and see how three UCLA grads created one of the greatest studios to grace this industry. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a g...
2021-03-0240 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerRocket League - Free to Play Cinematic Review Mark and Peter cut the narrative and strip a cinematic down to the excitement. Both of these guys have a serious thing for Rocket League and now that it's free to play, there's a new cinematic to take a look at! Get a taste of the fast and furious sports craze that's sweeping the nation, Soccar! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2021-03-0243 mineConnXn's Casual CornerDeveloper Spotlight - Riot GamesAfter a long break from the winter wonderland that gripped the west coast, Mark and Peter are back with a new spotlight series. Starting off the party is a look at developer Riot Games. You may have heard of them or one of their hit games such as League of Legends or the new FPS Valorant. This week Mark and Peter look at their trajectory from humble beginnings to their skyshattering ascent to the top of the eSports world. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and pla...
2021-02-2327 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft - Shadowlands CinematicMark and Peter are closing things out with the most recent World of Warcraft cinematic for the upcoming expansion, Shadowlands. Come explore the culmination of Blizzard's creativity with us as we jump into their use of pacing, both narrative and technical, and expert work with a limited pallet and limited sound. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2021-02-2351 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft - Battle for Azeroth CinematicPeter and Mark are talking about the previous expansion of World of Warcraft in our penultimate episode centering around the WoW cinematics. Join us as we see the titans (not the big ACTUAL titans) of the Warcraft universe clash in the Battle for Lordaeron before beginning the Battle for Azeroth. Watch the trailer here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2021-02-0152 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft - Legion CinematicPeter and Mark are nearing the end of the expansion cinematics for World of Warcraft. This week is Legion with some high highs and low lows. Did you all know that Varian can walk on water? It's a pretty neat trick. Watch the trailer here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2021-01-271h 08eConnXn's Casual CornerCosplayer Spotlight - Kau Makana CosplayMark is back and we have another cosplay guest with us. This week we have Kau Makana Cosplay joining us to talk about learning skills during youth, and refining them from a hobby to a profession! Check Ashley out on Instagram! Support her on Ko-Fi! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2021-01-1934 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft - Mists of Pandaria Cinematic We've moved into a new decade of World of Warcraft with Mists of Pandaria. Azeroth has survived the Burning Crusade, the rise and fall of the Lich King and the destruction of Deathwing to be met with a new threat...panda monks. Join us as we discuss the dramatic shift in film style as well as narrative tone that the parting mists of Pandaria shows us. Watch the cinematic here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/in...
2021-01-1954 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft - Warlords of Draenor Cinematic We've moved into a new decade of World of Warcraft with Mists of Pandaria. Azeroth has survived the Burning Crusade, the rise and fall of the Lich King and the destruction of Deathwing to be met with a new threat...panda monks. Join us as we discuss the dramatic shift in film style as well as narrative tone that the parting mists of Pandaria shows us. Watch the cinematic here. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/in...
2021-01-1958 mineConnXn's Casual CornerCosplayer Spotlight - Omegashrine CosplayThis week Mark is out, Peter is in, and we have a special guest with us. This week we have Omegashrine Cosplay joining us to talk about their journey from curious, to committed! Check him out on facebook, Intstagram and twitter @omegashrine91. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2021-01-1231 mineConnXn's Casual CornerCosplay BasicsPeter and Mark are starting off a new series looking at cosplay basics including materials, inspiration and a healthy dose of anecdotes and encouragement. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-12-2241 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft Cataclysm Cinematic WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAHHHHH, WE'RE ALMOST HALFWAY THERE. WHOOOOOOOOAAAAHHH LOOK AT DEATHWINGS GLAAAAARE! Not quite halfway through the WoW expansions, we're talking about Deathwing and the Cataclysm. In what may easily be Blizzard's greatest technical work so far, we talk more about particle effects, fume effects and discuss a new topic, rack focus and perspective. Oooooooooohhhhhhh, Aaaaaaahhhhhhh. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-12-2247 mineConnXn's Casual CornerPatron Spotlight - MADD Gaming and SportsMadeDigitalLet's give a warm welcome to the newest patrons for eConnXn! This week we talk to Andre and Jordan from MADD Studios and SportsMadeDigital respectively. This week is all about what they're doing in the eSports and gaming space to love the gamer. Check them out at https://www.maddstudios.com and at https://sportsmadedigital.com. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP. If you want to record one of these bad boys wi...
2020-12-171h 13
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft - Wrath of the Lich King CinematicAnother day, another cinematic. In what’s easily our favorite cinematic to date, Mark and Peter look at the Wrath of the Lich King’s launch cinematic. Peter gets a satisfying continuation to the narrative from one of his favorite games and Mark gets to follow up on even more fun post-Burning Crusade. The Wrath of the Lich King truly is, and always will be, fun for the whole family. PS: We still haven’t seen Invincible’s Reins yet.
2020-12-1759 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWorld of Warcraft Burning Crusade Cinematic Mark and Peter aren't done yet. WoW has a lot of expansions you guys. This week is the Burning Crusade. While World of Warcraft has done so much positive for the MMO genre...this cinematic just doesn't hold up. Good thing the expansion does! (This is the video we watched - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBHL_-biMrQ)
2020-12-0846 mineConnXn's Casual Corner2020 eSports AwardsJoin Peter and Mark on that digital red carpet as they discuss the winners of the 2020 eSports Awards. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-12-081h 02eConnXn's Casual CornerShadowlands and Looking ForwardThis week is just low-key chat about Shadowlands. Look at what we're doing this coming week for the World of Warcraft Shadowlands launch and how you can participate.
2020-11-2428 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerVanilla World of Warcraft Cinematic Mark and Peter are following up in the second episode of the season with the cinematic trailer for World of Warcraft, the OG! Deep dive with us, step by step as we take a walk down memory lane with the majesty of old Azeroth.
2020-11-2450 mineConnXn's Casual CornerRhythm GamesPeter gets another special day while he and Mark discuss his bread and butter, the rhythm genre. This week covers everything from Simon back in the 80s up to Rock Band 4 and Beat Saber on modern home systems. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-11-1833 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerWarcraft 3 Opening Cinematic Compare/ContrastMark and Peter are trying out something new here. News is all well and good, but they’re ready to take on something with a little more meat on the bone. Something like…something like an orc. For the time being, Gamer Theory will be diving to game animations and cinematics shot by shot. First up is a compare and contrast looking at the original Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos opening cinematic and the Warcraft III: Reforged opening cinematic. Look forward this following week to the very first World of Warcraft cinematic! Find more content at www.econ...
2020-11-171h 04eConnXn's Casual CornereConnXn Podcast AnnouncementYou can listen, or you can read. All of the eConnXn podcasts are going to be in one sweet spot going forward, right here in the Casual Corner.
2020-11-1701 mineConnXn's Casual CornerOnline Card and Board GamesThis week is a break from hardcore gaming so that we can step back with some down time. This week looks at online card and board games from their ancient history origins, up to the modern era of Hearthstone, online Chess, Uno on Xbox 360 and Catan on your table. Maybe some...Pandemic? That last one feels relevant... Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-11-0334 mineConnXn's Casual CornerFlight SimulatorsMark and Peter are ready to settle down with an easy one. This week is about flight simulators. We cover origins from the early wars, up to the modern VR experience that we can set up in our homes. Let's talk HOTAS, Elite: Dangerous, and...GTA? Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-10-2719 mineConnXn's Casual CornerInterview - Los Alamitos eSports Rocket League TeamThis week we're going back on our eSports kick with the winners of our last Rocket League tournament, Los Alamitos eSports! We have Aftershock, Metio, RawrLikeAWalrus and Kiwical. This one is all about where they've been as a team, where they are right now and where they're going as they make the transition from a high school eSports team to the college life. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-10-2044 mineConnXn's Casual CornerMaking a Game WrapupThis is the one where Peter and Mark wrap up the series on making a game. Short and sweet and encouraging, go get your game on everyone! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-10-0607 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerBonus Episode - Gamer Theory X-Over - Among Us TrailerWe're doing things a little different for this episode. Since it seemed like you guys enjoyed Among Us so much, before we release our final wrap-up we're going to do a baby crossover with our other show, Gamer Theory. This episode follows our Gamer Theory format and leads into our episode wrapping up the "Making a Game" series on Tuesday. Please, enjoy! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. (like Gamer Theory over at https://www.econnxn.com/podcasts!) If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/inv...
2020-10-0423 mineConnXn's Casual CornerMaking a Game With InnerSlothWe have got a treat for you. Mark and Peter are joined by PuffballsUnited, forte_bass and Aemu, otherwise known as the team comprising InnerSloth. You've probably heard of them at some point when you took a break from hunting down the impostor in their insanely popular hit, Among Us. Join us as we discuss their story of breaking into the gaming industry with some of their highest highs (did we mention they made Among us?) as well as some of their learning experiences while pouring their hearts out into their craft. Follow the team on twitter @Inn...
2020-09-2934 mineConnXn's Casual CornerIntroduction to Making a GamePeter and Mark keep this one short since they're not the experts. This week they discuss basics that can apply to just about any creative endeavor, games included, and set us up for an interview next week with a major indie development team. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-09-2219 mineConnXn's Casual CornerMaking Movie Magic 3: Sound DesignPeter and Mark are talking audio design this week. How do you get the sound of footfalls in the snow during July? How do you get the sound of armor without renting out a set of plate? How do you make yourself sound like a dragon or devil? This week, we'll tell you how! Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-09-1048 mineConnXn's Casual CornerMaking Movie Magic 2: CGI and AnimationMark and Peter bring in industry professional, Johnny, to talk about what CGI and animation looks like in the big leagues. This week looks at the creative process in CGI and animation, learning to love to learn, mastering your mentality, and pushing forward to better your creative self. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-09-0137 mineConnXn's Casual CornerMaking Movie MagicMark is in the driver seat this week to talk about something that Peter has only just begun to dip his toes into. Making Movie Magic will go from the conception of a film idea, all the way through pre-production, production and post-production. This week discusses who's involved, what their craft requires and what the product looks like in each step of the process of making a feature film. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-08-2552 mineConnXn's Casual CornerSurvival Horror GamesPeter is ready to talk about one of his favorite genres, which is coincidentally one of Mark's least favorite. This week is all about the mystery, the fear, the unknown creatures underneath your bed, that whisper that seemingly came from nowhere. This week is about the Horror and Survival Horror genre. We talk about everything from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein up into the modern generation of games such as Resident Evil and Silent Hill. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com...
2020-08-1944 mineConnXn's Casual CornerTabletop Roleplaying Games (for New Players) Peter and Mark are following up last week’s conversation about running a roleplaying game like Pathfinder or Ryuu-Tama, with a conversation about what it’s like to be a new player in Dungeons and Dragons. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-08-1128 mineConnXn's Casual CornerTabletop Roleplaying Games Peter is back with Rachel, because in true Tabletop Roleplaying Game fashion, scheduling was a pain. Mark can do Friday…but Peter is camping…but what about Thursday? Sorry, that’s no good for me, can you do Saturday? No, sorry that’s no good for me either… The real boss in Dungeons and Dragons is scheduling. Peter and Rachel discuss what it’s like to run your very own Roleplaying Game group and how you can start your own as well. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. If you're feeling lonely, come chat wi...
2020-08-0425 mineConnXn's Casual CornerSports GamesNow that we have some downtime again, we're talking about a couple of genres that we didn't hit in our last runaround. This week, it's in the game! We're talking about the sports genre. We talk all the way from the history of sports on oscilloscopes to the modern day FIFA, Madden and NBA 2K craze. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. Special thanks this week to Keylee for supporting us at www.patreon.com/eConnXn!
2020-07-2929 mineConnXn's Casual CornerCinematics in GamesMark and Peter are complementing their current Gamer Theory series on Warcraft cinematics with a higher level look at what cinematics do for games on both a narrative stage and a marketing stage. Come give a listen to what we think make the best and the worst of cinematics in gaming. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-07-1435 mineConnXn's Casual CornereSports Semi-Pro Organization Spotlight: Big Electric Tarantula eSportsMark and Peter are rounding out their exploration of the modern esports world with Luke from BET eSports. Luke has a unique perspective as a manager, competitor and coach for the organization's League of Legends team that he is so kind as to share with us, despite his University schedule as well. Luke is a busy man that graced us with his presence, so give him a listen as he educates us on what eSports is like in the big leagues. Check out their website at www.betesports.org! Find more content at www.econnxn...
2020-07-0736 mineConnXn's Casual CornereSports Amateur Hour Mark is out celebrating his anniversary this week, so Peter brings in some friends from the glory days of Halo 3. This week Mac and Justin are joining Peter to discuss their amateur run moving from local tournaments, into the online Gamebattles scene that culminated in their traveling to the MLG Pro Tour event in Dallas back in ‘09. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-06-291h 00
eConnXn's Casual CornerHosting an eSports Tournament Peter and Mark are serving up the penultimate episode in their eSports series. This week they recap their efforts in hosting their most recent Rocket League tournament, the FCA vs. Oceanhills Western Rocket Rivalry! Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-06-2328 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerSports v. eSports: Compare and Contrast (w/ Guest Gabe)Peter and Mark are back this week to follow up their earlier eSports v. Sports conversation with guest Gabe! Gabe was a collegiate athlete playing soccer for Westmont College who is aspiring to reach into the eSports scene. This week we compare/contrast living and breathing for competition in traditional sports v. eSports. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-06-181h 03
eConnXn's Casual CornerESP101: Introduction to eSportsMark and Peter are finally diving into the one that they've been waiting for. This episode marks the start of an introductory course on what makes the eSports world what it is, highlights where it's going, and shows just how much it's thriving. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-06-0940 min
eConnXn's Casual CornereConnXn One Year RetrospectivePeter (nerdwellrounded) and Mark (Wartark) bring in Rachel (formerfakegeekgirl) and Laura (Keylee) to reminisce about the good ol days of early eConnXn. This is our one year retrospective of looking at our first year of loving the game as eConnXn. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-06-0146 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerSelf Care: Part Three (w/ Guest Host Rachel "formerfakegeekgirl" Adams)Mark and Peter are wrapping up the segment on self care in gaming with Rachel “formerfakegeekgirl” Adams by talking about what you can do for yourself as well as in small groups when faced with a toxic or tense situation. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-05-261h 01
eConnXn's Casual CornerSelf Care: Part Two (w/ Guest Host Vanessa)Mark and Peter are back to continue their conversation regarding self-care in the gaming world. This week they bring on guest host, Vanessa, who's spent some quality time in the world of psychology-related academia and actually has an educated idea as to how the human brain works regarding ourselves and others. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-05-1148 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerSelf Care: Part OneMark and Peter are kicking off a new series talking about coping and self care in the ever-changing environment that is technology and gaming. This week looks at things such as ladder anxiety, social toxicity and teaches skills such as...breathing. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-05-0540 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerHome Studio Creation (First Pilot)Are you tempted to start creating content instead of just consuming content? If you are, have we got the podcast for you this week! This recording is from back in December, when Mark recorded his first live podcast in a little AirBnB (the one in the cover art!). As such, the acoustics of the room aren't great, but they're good enough to make the point in our podcast! Anyone can create content with what they have at hand. Please take this as some encouragement from the eConnXn crew that you can create your content as long as you believe!
2020-04-2754 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerFighting GamesPeter and Mark bring on Anthony Brost from Combo Cousins to talk about one of his favorite pastimes, fighting games. Listen for a deep dive to everything that the genre has to offer in Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Super Smash Bros, Soul Calibur, and more! Check out Combo Cousins on Youtube! Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-04-201h 01
eConnXn's Casual CornerMobile GamingPeter and Mark are following up on a previous discussion around mobile gaming by discussing everything from Nokia Snake to Samsung Gear VR as well as everything in between that mobile gaming has to offer. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-04-1338 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerMultiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA)Mark is spending some quality time with his family this week so Peter is bringing on his brother Matthew, to talk about his bread and butter genre, the MOBA. They discuss the ins and outs of gameplay as well as some of the features of three of the main entires, League of Legends (LoL), Defense of the Ancients 2 (DotA 2) and Heroes of the Storm (HotS). Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-04-0641 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerNew Show! Community Spotlight on eConnXn Upstream!Peter and Mark are starting a new show thanks to the generous contributions we've received over at Patreon ($100/mo)! Upstream will be a monthly podcast doing an interview styled spotlight on streamers, podcasters, content creators and community members! Look for the first two episodes to release in April! We can already tell you about our first interview, the family streamer Dyekenee! Check him out over on twitch at https://www.twitch.tv/dyekenee. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com...
2020-03-3001 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerGaming on a BudgetSince we're all stuck inside these days, why not settle down with a game. This week Peter and Mark are talking about gaming on a budget with recommendations from the eConnXn quarantine collection. We look at PC gaming, console gaming as well as mobile gaming. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP.
2020-03-3040 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerCoronavirus and the Community We know that everybody is struggling with quarantine, with social distancing and just a general feeling of despair in the current world climate. Hopefully this episode can offer you some encouragement as we let you know what's still out there, and how you can still connect with others. Find more content at www.econnxn.com! If you're feeling lonely, come chat with us and play a game at https://discordapp.com/invite/UwkxPtP. Thanks this week to MattyMuscles for deciding to raise his pledge at www.patreon.com.econnxn! We're now funded to $100 m...
2020-03-2322 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerBattle Royale and Fortnite FeverPeter and Mark are talking about the recent hotness that is the Battle Royale genre to close out this installment of their genre spotlights. This week looks specifically at the origins of the genre as well as looking at the "big three" franchises that are out right now by discussing Fortnite, PUBG and Apex Legends. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-03-1636 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerReal Time Strategy (RTS)Peter and Mark bring on their old pal Justin Davisson, the RTS wizard to talk about where RTS has been, where it is, and where it's going as eSports and the typical gamer continues to change. This week takes a loot at gaming classics such as Warcraft, Starcraft, Age of Empires and the Command and Conquer series. Find more content at www.econnxn.com. Special thanks this week to Keylee for supporting us at www.patreon.com/eConnXn!
2020-03-0956 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerFirst-Person Shooters (FPS)Mark and Peter are kicking off a new series where they spotlight different genres in the gaming sphere. They're kicking it off with what's widely considered one of the most well-known genres with first-person shooters while discussing Counter-Strike, Doom and many other franchises. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-03-0240 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerLAN PartiesMark and Peter are a day late, but not a dollar short as they bring the value this week by talking about what it takes to host or participate in a killer LAN party. We're talkin what is a LAN, how do I LAN and how do I take my LAN to the next level. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-02-2533 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerBonus - Parenting Call-In With Colleen ZinnPeter and Mark have their first call-in guest! Mom Colleen Zinn (Peter's mother) has some thoughts to share about how her perspective around gaming and parenting has changed as a result of the Casual Corner parenting series.
2020-02-1427 min
eConnXn's Casual CornereSports and Getting In the GameBefore Mark and Peter jump into another organized series, they thought they'd break things up with an introduction to the world of eSports and competitive gaming. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-02-1041 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerFinal Parenting Wrapup with Formerfakegeekgirl and WhitfrogMark and Peter wrap things up in the parenting series by bringing on the wives. Rachel "formerfakegeekgirl" Adams, a licensed professional counselor, shares her unique perspective as a mental health professional while Whitney "Whitfrog" Stockhoff shares her perspective as a seasoned childcare provider. Peter and Mark are still just Peter and Mark. Fine more content at www.econnxn.com! Special thanks this week to our three anonymous Patreon donors, as well as Pat Brown and Matty Muscles! You're on our wall of fame at www.econnxn.com/support-us! Support the podcast at www.pat...
2020-02-0351 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerParenting Recap and Knowing Where You're AtPeter and Mark are back to recap the discussion from last week re: parenting as a gamer. We talk about how we look at our own children as they grow into little people as well as making sure to look at ourselves and the people around us and really know where we're all at. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-01-2738 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerParenting Gamers and Gaming ParentsGaming as a parent is hard. Parenting as a gamer is hard. Parenting is hard. Mark and Peter both know this first hand, and as such have the privilege of having a very special guest on this week. In this episode, they bring on BJ Foster, Director of Content for Family First. All three are here to discuss some do's and do nots; not only as a gamer parent, but as a parent in general, as well as discuss what parenting looks like overall in the digital age that we live in. Find more content at w...
2020-01-2057 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerNew Show - eConnXn Gamer Theory - The Gamers Behind Gamer TheoryMark and Peter are here from eConnXn in this introductory episode to bring you Gamer Theory, a new weekly podcast that covers all of the impact that society and gaming have on one another. We talk about the goals we have for the show and what sorts of news we hope to cover. Look forward to more content in future episodes as we talk about everything top level eSports, social phenomenons in the industry and being responsible consumers in this industry we love. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-01-1303 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerGaming With Clans and GuildsThe eXn team is ready to follow up the last episode (MMOs) with the next step. This week, we're talking about how to get competitive, or cooperative, with clans and guilds in games such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Destiny, and nearly any other eSport game. We're talking about casual and competitive scenes as well as whether you should build your own group, or find one to join. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-01-1331 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerGetting Online with MMOseXn is back again to look at a longtime staple in gaming, the MMORPG. Whether you want to get down to some fantasy, some sci-fi or something else entirely, we've got you covered with everything that you need to know to successfully get in there and slay the dragon, or destroy the ring, or save the galaxy, or something like that? Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-01-0539 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerPokemon GO Go go go goIn our inaugural episode of eConnXn's Casual Corner, Mark and Peter take a look at the cultural phenomenon that is Pokemon Go! *to the Pokemon Theme tune* Learn how to be the very best, like no one ever was. To catch them is your real test, but to love the gamer is our cause! eXn! Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-01-0531 min
eConnXn's Casual CornerMeet the Casual Corner CrewIn this introductory episode, eConnXn founder Mark Stockhoff, and co-host Peter Zinn, talk about what the goal is for eXn as a gaming organization, and how our very first podcast, eConnXn's Casual Corner will help us reach that goal of building community and loving not just the video games, but also the gamer! Look forward to more content in future episodes as we talk about guilds, clans, genres from FPS to MOBA and casual play all the way up to the eSports level. Find more content at www.econnxn.com!
2020-01-0504 min