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Projectile LunchCastSpecial Episode - Baldur's GateThe Projectile LunchCast is on a permanent hiatus due to real-life commitments interfering with the schedule. Before we made that decision, we had planned to switch the format slightly up, taking a seasonal approach and focusing on a single game per episode to cover its lasting impact and legacy. While that sadly won't happen now, we wanted to leave you with a glimpse of what could have been, with our final (for now) episode covering BioWare's 1998 masterpiece, Baldur's Gate. Thanks for listening and sticking with us over some crazy times, Bastian, Marcel and R...2021-07-082h 21

Projectile LunchCastPLC71 - Season Finale71 Episodes, and it all comes down to this- the final episode of the first phase of the Projectile LunchCast! 2021-01-281h 05

Projectile LunchCastPLC71 - Season Finale71 Episodes, and it all comes down to this- the final episode of the first phase of the Projectile LunchCast! We will be back in late February with the same loveable panel of casters, but a new take on our gaming podcast!2021-01-281h 05

Projectile LunchCastPLC70 -FriendzonedIt's time for 2021's first news roundup- Monster Hunter Rise impressions, game delays, and Sony friendzones Killzone for the time being! 2021-01-141h 11

Projectile LunchCastPLC70 -FriendzonedIt's time for 2021's first news roundup- Monster Hunter Rise impressions, game delays, and Sony friendzones Killzone for the time being!2021-01-141h 11

Projectile LunchCastPLC69 - Twenty-twenyfunIt's a new year, and the guys reveal their "Top 10 Most Anticipated Games" that may be out this year. Maybe? 2021-01-071h 15

Projectile LunchCastPLC69 - Twenty-twenyfunIt's a new year, and the guys reveal their "Top 10 Most Anticipated Games" that may be out this year. Maybe?2021-01-071h 15

Projectile LunchCastPLC68 - Game of the Semi-Year2020 has been a hell of a year, and that calls for a somewhat unusual Game of the (almost) Year show... 2020-12-171h 36

Projectile LunchCastPLC68 - Game of the Semi-Year2020 has been a hell of a year, and that calls for a somewhat unusual Game of the (almost) Year show...2020-12-171h 36

Projectile LunchCastPLC67 - Generational Blindsight 2It's part two of our big review of the last generation of gaming, and this time it is all about the big surprises and biggest impacts. 2020-12-101h 06

Projectile LunchCastPLC66 - Generational Blindsight 1It is part 1 of our personal review of the PS4/ Xbox One generation, and things get emotional as we discuss anything from our biggest disappointments to the developers that impressed us the most.2020-12-031h 11

Projectile LunchCastPLC65 - Projectile Launch-CastWe celebrate the Playstation 5 launch by reminiscing on some of our previous launch adventures and memories. 2020-11-191h 13

Projectile LunchCastPLC64 - Nemesis LegionOur efforts to liberate occupied London have inspired us to discuss previous promising innovations, from Drivatars to the Nemesis system. 2020-11-051h 02

Projectile LunchCastPLC63 - Sega used to DoTime to talk news- free next-gen updates, the end of a StarCraft era, Xbox Series X's launch line-up and Sega's controversial 60th anniversary celebration!2020-10-221h 16

Projectile LunchCastPLC62 - Amazon GraceWe discuss the latest gaming news, from Baldur's Gate 3's astonishing early access success to Amazon's ongoing lack of gaming success. 2020-10-151h 32

Projectile LunchCastPLC62 - Amazon GraceWe discuss the latest gaming news, from Baldur's Gate 3's astonishing early access success to Amazon's ongoing lack of gaming success.2020-10-151h 32

Projectile LunchCastPLC61 - Be our GuestInspired by Steve making his smashing debut battling Nintendo's finest, we delve into the checkered history of guest characters in games. 2020-10-081h 08

Projectile LunchCastPLC60 - Critical Game MassThe announcement of BlizzConline, Dreamhaven and Microsoft's acquisition of Zenimax Media make for an eventful week of gaming news. 2020-09-241h 13

Projectile LunchCastPLC60 - Critical Game MassThe announcement of BlizzConline, Dreamhaven and Microsoft's acquisition of Zenimax Media make for an eventful week of gaming news. 2020-09-2400 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC59 - Dog and Sony Show499$! November 12! Spider-Man! Cross-gen games?2020-09-1700 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC59 - Dog and Sony Show499$! November 12! Spider-Man! Cross-gen games? 2020-09-171h 30

Projectile LunchCastPLC58 - Phoenix PricingThe day has come- we discuss pricing and dates for NVIDIA's GeForce 30 series and the Xbox Series S and X!2020-09-1000 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC58 - Phoenix PricingThe day has come- we discuss pricing and dates for NVIDIA's GeForce 30 series and the Xbox Series S and X! 2020-09-1059 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC57 - Opening Night HiveWe review gamescom Opening Night Live, and reminisce about seeing old friends at physical events. Also, horny Dragon Age fans. 2020-09-031h 32

Projectile LunchCastPLC57 - Opening Night HiveWe review gamescom Opening Night Live, and reminisce about seeing old friends at physical events. Also, horny Dragon Age fans. 2020-09-0300 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC56 - Missing in TractionInspired by Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad, we discuss why some developers and franchises had such a low output this generation. 2020-08-2700 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC56 - Missing in TractionInspired by Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad, we discuss why some developers and franchises had such a low output this generation. 2020-08-271h 19

Projectile LunchCastPLC55 - Friends with BenefitsInspired by Spider-Man's appearance in Marvel's Avengers being exclusive to Playstation consoles, we dive into the controversial history of "moneyhatted" console exclusives. 2020-08-131h 13

Projectile LunchCastPLC54 - Warf(r)amedJoin us for another news roundup, with Warframe's TennoCon, Grounded's Early Access success, whispers of Silent Hill and Halo Infinite going free-to-play in multiplayer. 2020-08-061h 20

Projectile LunchCastPLC53 - Xbox Game MassWe go in-depth on the Xbox Games Showcase, including an new Obsidian rpg, a controversial Halo demo and lots of Game Pass value. 2020-07-3000 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC53 - Xbox Game MassWe go in-depth on the Xbox Games Showcase, including an new Obsidian rpg, a controversial Halo demo and lots of Game Pass value. 2020-07-301h 29

Projectile LunchCastPLC52 - Ghost of Unchart-imaIt's another news round up, touching on everything from MS Flight Simulator and XCloud to the long-gestating Uncharted movie. Plus, our first spoiler-free impressions off Ghost of Tsushima! 2020-07-231h 16

Projectile LunchCastPLC51 - Second ServingsIt's news roundup time, including topics like the latest Devolver Digital shenanigans, Sony and Tencent investing in the same companies and the recent wave of games finding huge success with their belated Steam releases. 2020-07-161h 24

Projectile LunchCastPLC50 - Birthday PalsThe crew celebrates our first birthday with a collection of special guests gathered to discuss what happened to their playlists, dancing clouds, competitive food trucking and cats of space, cooking and all varieties in between. 2020-07-091h 18

Projectile LunchCastPLC49 - Spinnning OffThis week, we talk spin-off games in other genres, and how for every great World of Warcraft, there is one not so great Metroid: Other M. 2020-07-021h 19

Projectile LunchCastPLC49 - Spinnning OffThis week, we talk spin-off games in other genres, and how for every great World of Warcraft, there is one not so great Metroid: Other M.2020-07-0200 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC48 - The Three of UsCome for the (SPOILER-FREE!) discussion of Last of Us 2's gameplay improvements, and stay for our take the latest Batman, Warner Brothers, EA Play and Mixer news! 2020-06-251h 21

Projectile LunchCastPLC47 - Rachet and SpankIt's Spider-Man! And Gran Turismo! Wait, is that a dinosaur high school? This week is all about Sony's PS5 reveal, and the PLC crew has a lot of thoughts! 2020-06-181h 38

Projectile LunchCastPLC46 - Steamy CrucibleWe heap praise on Return of the Obra Dinn and Minecraft Dungeons, ponder Crucible's poor launch, discuss EA's return to Steam and are surprised by a series of cancelled games leaking. 2020-06-1100 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC45 - Gaming SinsThis week, we come clean on some of our biggest gaming sins, like Basti never having played an Uncharted, and Richard having never finished the fight in Halo 3. Or having never played...Baldur's Gate? 2020-05-281h 13

Projectile LunchCastPLC44 - Good Grief!This episode we discuss the allure of hardcore games like Demon Souls and Hunt Showdown, and how their players often walk the line between intended game design and griefing.2020-05-2100 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC43 - Next Gen GameplayWe discuss Microsoft's recent first look at "next gen gameplay" on Xbox Series X, and reminisce about past console reveals. Yes, including that Killzone 2 trailer... 2020-05-1400 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC42 - Couch Blow-upLet's talk co-op! We discuss why everything is better with friends, and remember some of our favorite co-op memories with games like Halo, Overcooked or Sea of Thieves.2020-05-0700 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC41 - Budgetary TalesWe discuss spiraling development budgets, and how games like Hellblade and companies like Focus Home Interactive buck the trend. 2020-04-3000 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC40 - Disrespectful DropsWe dive into the uneasy relationship between influencers, their audiences and game developers. 2020-04-2400 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC39 - Valo-ranting DOOMThis week is all about the games we are currently playing, be they DOOM Eternal, Final Fantasy VII Remake or Nioh 2. Plus, a first frontline report about Valorant!2020-04-1600 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC38 - Command & Comeback?This week we charter the rise and fall of the once dominant rts (real-time strategy) genre, and wonder what it would take for it to make a big comeback. Could the market be the one thing that can stop Kane? 2020-04-0900 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC37 - Turnip for what?Did you ever listen to one of our episodes and think "those guys go off-topic a lot"? Well, you haven't heard anything yet, so enjoy this joyride about Steam Wishlists, Animal Crossing, Warzone and almost anything in-between.2020-04-0200 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC36 - Game StoppedIn this episode, we discuss Gamestop's many transgressions against their customers, employees and the games industry alike, and wonder what their future could look like.2020-03-2600 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC35 - Doomsday FunAs the world prepares for self-isolation and lockdowns, our experts share some of their favorite happy fun time games to bring you some joy. Stay safe, look after each other, and never trust Richard to steer your pirate ship.2020-03-1900 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC34 - After School SpecialSpecial Guest Nick gives a first-hand account of what it is like to go to a Game Dev school, and how it helps (or not) to prepare students for a job in the games industry. Plus, would Peter Molyneux be a good teacher?2020-03-1200 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC33 - (In)Decent ExposureIt's all about the art of the game reveal, and how to hype players when you show your game for the first time. And yes, we do have phones- thanks for asking, Wyatt!2020-03-0500 min

Projectile LunchCastConditional LoveThis week, we discuss how concepts like achievements, timed or seasonal content or subscriptions services change the way we play, and wonder if gaming used to be “more fun” when Richard was still young.2020-02-2700 min

Projectile LunchCastLoose lips sink shipsThis week's episode is all about leaks- from (in)famous examples like Half-Life 2 and Bloodborne to why they keep happening. Spoiler: Hanlon's Razor usually applies! 2020-02-2000 min

Projectile LunchCastRemasters of the UniverseWhat is the difference between a remaster and a remake, anyways? And what are some of the most common pitfalls developers stumble into when reforging some of the most beloved games from the past? All that and more, on this week's PLC!2020-02-0600 min

Projectile LunchCastIndiepocalypse NowWith a special guest who is so special that he fixed Richard's broken mic five minutes into the show, we discuss how the indiepocalypse changed the face of indie game dev, and debate how indies can stand out in a flood of new game releases.2020-01-3000 min

Projectile LunchCastDelay SeasonThree weeks into the new year, we have already seen several high-profile games get delayed. But what goes into the decision to delay a game like Cyberpunk 2077, and what are the consequences for the developers?2020-01-2300 min

Projectile LunchCastSnackwards CompatibilityWe discuss the repercussions of Microsoft announcement that they don’t expect to have any Xbox Series X exclusive games in the first 1-2 years. Is it the end of console generations? And what exactly defines a system seller? 2020-01-1600 min

Projectile LunchCastGame of the YearIt’s the start of a new year, and that can only mean one thing: Time for this semi-self-respecting news outlet to discuss the best games of 2019! Come for the Control praise, stay for the more questionable events of the year that also deserve “recognition”.2020-01-0900 min

Projectile LunchCastKickstar(t) CitizenAn innocent email takes us on a sweeping discussion of not only Star Citizen, but crowdfunded videogames in general. We discuss some high-profile flops, but also many of the indie gems Kickstarter has given gaming, such as Pillars of Eternity or Divinity Original Sin. 2019-12-1900 min

Projectile LunchCastVision 2020With the year drawing to an end and the next console generation starting to cast its shadow, it is time to look to the future! What 2020 games are we most excited for? And will Marcel be able to trick Richard into pre-ordering Marvel's Avengers (Narrator: Yes, he will). 2019-12-1200 min

Projectile LunchCastHidden Gems by StingThis episode, we celebrate some of our favourite underrated games, ranging from Dune (no, not the grandfather of rts games) to Jazzpunk and Crimson Skies. And could you name the last ever game by Black Isle Studios? After this episode, you will be able to!2019-12-0500 min

Projectile LunchCastMazes and MonstersPotions and puzzles abound as our party of semi-professional paladins ponder the finer points of Pen and Paper gaming. Our guest narrative designer breaks down how crafting an experience for a video game can be surprisingly similar to putting up the GM screen for your group of friends.2019-11-2800 min

Projectile LunchCastPLC21 - Bang for Your BuckTwo members are the only survivors of the pestilence sweeping the land, so they wait for their death while discussing Xbox XO19's game announcements, Google's Stadia Splash, and the angriest award acceptance speech of the year. 2019-11-2100 min

Projectile LunchCastPWC Final FantasyPossibly the most influential JRPG series of all time, Final Fantasy is equally celebrated, hotly debated, and lathered with trivia. Come to learn about how Les Misérables and Doom are tied to the series, stay for the Spanish pronunciation of Cactuar.2019-11-1400 min

Projectile LunchCastSteamy Demon StrandingBetween Blizzcon and the announcements of Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2, reviews for Hideo Kojima's controversial Death Stranding and EA bringing its games back to Steam, it was a busy week for gaming news. Time to discuss!2019-11-0700 min

Projectile LunchCastSize MattersBetween huge open-world titles and a flood of Games-as-a-Service online titles, gaming is a time-intensive hobby. Are modern video games becoming too long?2019-10-3100 min

Projectile LunchCastGeneration GapWith rumor season kicking into overdrive, we discuss what we want to see from the next gen of Xbox and Playstation. Plus, who is this Ray Tracing that everyone talks about anyways?2019-10-2400 min

Projectile LunchCastOpen RelationshipBeat the open world fatigue as we discuss the history and popularity of the genre, from the classics like GTA 3 and Bully to modern benchmarks like The Witcher 3, Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Red Dead Redemption 2. 2019-10-1700 min

Projectile LunchCast(Un)questionably funnyWhy is it so hard to nail humor in video game writing? We discuss why games like Monkey Island and Portal are so beloved, and why the humor in games like Borderlands 3 proves so divisive. 2019-10-1000 min

Projectile LunchCastShifty FiftyWe make our way through The Guardian’s recent list of the 50 best games of the 21st century, as compiled by Keith Stuart and Keza MacDonald. How many do you think we have played?The Guardian: The 50 best video games of the 21st century. 2019-10-0300 min

Projectile LunchCastSuper Money BallThis week's episode has its mind on the money, as we discuss the checkered history of game pricing and monetization, from the old days of boxed PC games to lootboxes and battle passes. This one is for you, Bobby!2019-09-2600 min

Projectile LunchCastControlling CatherineWe discuss news about Apple Arcade, Borderlands 3 and Gears 5, and dive into some of the games we have been playing recently- from Control and Catherine to Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Wolfenstein Youngblood!2019-09-1900 min

Projectile LunchCastLudonarrative NonsenseWriters take over the show as the crew discusses how the narrative design in games like Undertale, Silent Hill and Dark Souls set storytelling in video games apart from other entertainment mediums. 2019-09-1200 min

Projectile LunchCastYou still don't know MattQuiz Master Matt is back to question the crew about a variety of more of less serious gaming topics- be they Google Stadia, our hopes for Baldur's Gate 3 or the future of VR.2019-09-0500 min

Projectile LunchCastGames Con?This week we talk all about gaming events like gamescom or E3, from the perspective of both developers and gamers. And what is the future of these massive events? 2019-08-2900 min

Projectile LunchCastAAA (All About AI)This week is all about AI (artificial intelligence), from great examples like Halo and F.E.A.R., to games like Metal Gear Solid and Call of Duty, where it has to play a bit dumb to allow the player to be the star of the show. 2019-08-2200 min

Projectile LunchCastDainty ChucklesWe celebrate virtual friends, and discuss how memorable NPCs have elevated franchises like Dragon Age, Persona or Mass Effect to classics status. Plus, Basti learns about the world of Korean messenger visual novels. 2019-08-1500 min

Projectile LunchCastIn the Nick of TimeHow can games recover from a poor launch, and what are the different communications and development strategies used for Fallout 76, Final Fantasy XIV, Fortnite or No Man's Sky?2019-08-0800 min

Projectile LunchCastGraveyard ShiftWhy are videogames like Star Wars 1313 cancelled during development? What goes into the decision to do so, and when is it justified? We discuss our personal experiences, and touch on some of the biggest game cancellations, such as Agent, Scalebound and Project Titan.2019-08-0100 min

Projectile LunchCastConsoles of future pastA discussion about the future of gaming is quickly derailed by nostalgic memories from the console wars as old battle lines between Sony Ponies and Xbots are redrawn. 2019-07-2500 min

Projectile LunchCastYou don't know MattQuiz master Matt picks our gaming minds on topics ranging from the serious (such as gaming addiction and lootboxes) to the weird (such as dreaming of Final Fantasy VII materia). 2019-07-1800 min

Projectile LunchCastQuattro BungioniWe discuss the rollercoaster ride and ultimate love-hate relationship that is Bungie's Destiny series. Plus, we learn that none of our casters would pass even the most basic of pizzology exams. 2019-07-1100 min

Projectile LunchCastAuto-MateIn our inaugural episode we discuss the Auto Chess hype around games like Dota Underlords and Teamfight Tactics, and accidentally invent the hottest Auto Chess dating sim of 2020. 2019-07-0400 min