Best HMS Games Podcasts (2025)

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10: S. O. G. 22:02

Play Pause

3+ y ago22:02

22:02

With the HMS Games still underperforming in its escape from the Nintendo fleet, and newer, more magnetic munitions being engaged against our heroes, desperation begins to set in on-board. However, thanks to the crafty crew, glimmers of hope begin to emerge, in preparation of a final confrontation with between flagships... Supported by the Arts Coun…

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9: In Pursuit of Sanity 26:20

3+ y ago26:20

26:20

ACTION STATIONS! The Nintendo Fleet has finally caught up with the HMSG, and it’s full steam ahead as the crew attempt to balance outrunning the fleet, dodging its Donkey Kannons, and providing a valuable broadcast service all at the same time. But with the ship mysteriously malfunctioning at crucial moments, Aubrey suspects foul play onboard. Feat…

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8: New Players 31:02

3+ y ago31:02

31:02

As Aubrey struggles with the apparent bumping off of Maurizio Mario by her father, the crew finds a stowaway on-board; a wannabe game designer who, not knowing about the rebellious nature of the HMSG, thinks the ship is a clear shot at reaching Mr Nintendo. What will the crew do about this abrasive, hopeful young man who has trespassed on their shi…

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7: Oddworld 31:52

3+ y ago31:52

31:52

Running low on fuel and supplies, the HMS Games must dock at the most wretched free-floating grey market on the seven seas, where they must avoid detection lest they be ratted out to the Nintendos. Toni & Ben have a heated discussion about XCom 2. Aubrey learns news of an old friend from a new one. Supported by the Arts Council Northern Ireland/Dep…

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6: Board Games 35:05

3+ y ago35:05

35:05

A new crew member arrives on the ship; a board gamer, much to the chagrin of video game purist Grant Sodium. Can the new recruit convince everyone of the validity of their interactive media? Also featuring Toni & Ben on the Yo-Kai Watch and Pokemon franchises, and Samm, JP and Jackson discussing Josef Fares' work, including Brothers: A Tale of Two …

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5: Crunch 27:43

3+ y ago27:43

27:43

It's a pacific picket line on-board the HMS Games. Having learned of Telltale Games’ bankruptcy from the Merchant, Aubrey combats her crew as they protest her own 'crunch culture' on-board. Toni, Ben, and JP consider what it means for a fallible player to control a serious action hero. A familiar voice offers Aubrey a reconciliation. Supported by t…

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4: Into the Breach! 28:45

3+ y ago28:45

28:45

It's a games drought for the crew of the HMS Games, as everyone aboard must share discussion of a single game: Subset Games' Into the Breach. Will it stand up to the scrutiny, or crumble like a wet hobnob? Find out this week on Save Our Games! Supported by the Arts Council Northern Ireland/Department of Communities. Tip us? https://www.paypal.me/sa…

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3: Success-o-Meter 20:43

3+ y ago20:43

20:43

In this very special episode of SOG! we follow four presenters into the bowels of the ship, to complete a gauntlet of restorative marine tasks. What horrors do the depths hold? Who might be down there? Find out this week! Supported by the Arts Council Northern Ireland/Department of Communities. Tip us? https://www.paypal.me/saveourgames…

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2: Introductions 26:06

3+ y ago26:06

26:06

Press START for FUN! This week we meet the crew who keep the HMS Games afloat, alongside a novel idea for squeezing money out of games from Grant Sodium, and an analysis of a nascent neurological trend in indie game protagonists with JP Factboy. The Man-Packs also lend their voices to the broadcast. Supported by the Arts Council Northern Ireland an…

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1: Pilot 29:22

3+ y ago29:22

29:22

All aboard! Aubrey Nintendo, heir to the gaming empire, has commandeered her father's finest ship and outfitted it with everything she needs in order to broadcast the truth about video games today. Featuring Girls in video games, zombies, speedrunning, and queer representation. https://paypal.me/saveourgames Supported by the Arts Council Northern I…

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Illimat 5:52

8y ago5:52

5:52

Illimat • Call-ins

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Donner Dinner Party, Onitama 9:59

8y ago9:59

9:59

Donner Dinner Party • Onitama

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5 Minute Dungeon, Magic Maze 11:17

8y ago11:17

11:17

The first day of Christmas. • 5 Minute Dungeon • Magic Maze!!

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Happy Salmon, HMS Dolores, RPW 9:22

8y ago9:22

9:22

In which I describe Happy Salmon. • It's not like that, I swear. • In which I love HMS Dolores. • In which I discuss Rock Paper Wizard.

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Kickstarter, Consentacle 4:36

8y ago4:36

4:36

Gap. • In which I tell you about Consentacle too late.

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Harald, Eight Minute Empire 14:18

8y ago14:18

14:18

In which I discuss Harald. • In which I discuss Eight Minute Empire. • In which I list more apps.

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Deduction, Dracula's Feast 7:51

8y ago7:51

7:51

In which I discuss social vs logical deduction. • In which a challenge is made. • In which I love Dracula's Feast!

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Kickstarter, Pro-bending Arena 10:22

8y ago10:22

10:22

Now I just need to find people to play with! • In which I respond to Josh. • In which I discuss Legend of Korra: Pro Bending Arena, and Kickstarter. • In which I describe some finished Kickstarters...

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High playercounts 14:41

8y ago14:41

14:41

In which playercounts are high. • In which case discuss full-experience 6p+ games. • In which I list ridiculous high player games.

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Valley of the Kings, Oink 14:56

8y ago14:56

14:56

In which I discuss box size and footprint. • In which I discuss the small-boxed but intense game Valley of the Kings. • In which there are more small games.

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Beasty Bar, NMBR 9 13:03

8y ago13:03

13:03

In which I cringe at Beasty Bar and lead in to better things. • In which I discuss take-that and multiplayer solitaire. • In which I adore NMBR 9.

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Boxes and themes 14:24

8y ago14:24

14:24

In which inaccurate playercounts are addressed. • In which I discuss death by box. • In which I discuss the huge variety of themes.

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Mafia de Cuba, Not Alone 14:14

8y ago14:14

14:14

Just wanted to know, y'know? 😏 • In which I respond to Jon. • In which I add contact info. • In which I talk about the thematic bluffing of Mafia de Cuba. • In which I describe accountability and ...

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Sagrada, Pandemic 14:27

8y ago14:27

14:27

In which I discuss beauty, and, briefly, Sagrada. • In which I talk about solitaire gaming, Dungeon Solitaire, and Sagrada again. • In which I discuss fighting against an intelligent board in Pande...

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WCRR, Secret Hitler, Lanterns 19:10

8y ago19:10

19:10

Least favorite game? (Thanks for the s/o!) • In which I respond to Josh. • In which I discuss shock marketing and probability manipulation. • In which I defend a game about fascistic lizards. • In ...

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Ghost Blitz, The King is Dead 13:11

8y ago13:11

13:11

In which I explain gateway games and why they're a misleading concept. • In which I show that gaming is for everyone by describing a legit fun kids game. • In which I describe The King is Dead, whi...

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INTRO 4:01

8y ago4:01

4:01

CLICK THIS: INTRO

HMS Games Podcasts

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Save Our Games!

The HMS Games

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Podcast: The Dice Game

Podcast Host: The Card Game

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10: S. O. G. 22:02

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9: In Pursuit of Sanity 26:20

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8: New Players 31:02

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7: Oddworld 31:52

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6: Board Games 35:05

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5: Crunch 27:43

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4: Into the Breach! 28:45

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3: Success-o-Meter 20:43

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2: Introductions 26:06

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1: Pilot 29:22

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Illimat 5:52

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Donner Dinner Party, Onitama 9:59

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5 Minute Dungeon, Magic Maze 11:17

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Happy Salmon, HMS Dolores, RPW 9:22

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Kickstarter, Consentacle 4:36

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Harald, Eight Minute Empire 14:18

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Deduction, Dracula's Feast 7:51

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Kickstarter, Pro-bending Arena 10:22

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High playercounts 14:41

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Valley of the Kings, Oink 14:56

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Beasty Bar, NMBR 9 13:03

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Boxes and themes 14:24

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Mafia de Cuba, Not Alone 14:14

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Sagrada, Pandemic 14:27

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WCRR, Secret Hitler, Lanterns 19:10

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Ghost Blitz, The King is Dead 13:11

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INTRO 4:01