One Controller Port is a video game podcast focused on niche games, news stories, and topics. Learn something new every week with a show that differs from your typical weekly gaming podcast. Part of OneControllerPort.com, which features video reviews, articles, podcasts, streams, and more! Find me on Twitter @Oculin
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Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen
James Yoder, Jr., Benjamin Silva, Emmet Stackelberg, Jenna Martin, Eleanor Parker
An overlarge number of chefs explore world cuisine from within their cavernous kitchen studios. (The recording of this podcast predates the Adult Swim special broadcast titled Too Many Cooks.)
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Your Miintal Health – OCP Podcast Episode 367
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1:34:15This week I talk about my return to fighting games, DMM Game's AI Translations Process, how age impacts your Tomodachi Life, Konami Medal Games, and Gunvolt 3. Podcast Links Ex Capcom Producer Interview Keita Takahashi Interview DMM AI Translation Talk Adults No Longer have Friends for Tomodachi Collection Industry Experts Talk Tariffs on Switch 2…
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The Appeal of Japanese Adventure Games feat. Bowl of Lentils – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast
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1:56:04Despite what some people might assume, Japanese adventure games and visual novels are a big blind spot for me. And while I've enjoyed the games, most titles in the genre rarely grab my interest. In this episode, I talk to Bowl of Lentils, who has created videos about the genre's history and why these games matter. We go in-depth into the genre's co…
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Man and Tower in Balance – OCP Podcast Episode 366
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1:06:44This week, I talk about my final thoughts on Sanctum 2 and Ed-0: Zombie Uprising, give a little postmortem on my Nintendo video, and talk the new VR Chat webcam support and Copilot for Xbox. Opening Music from Sanctum 2 Scar-Lead Salvation Website VRChat Webcam Support Xbox Copilot Program Sangokushi Taisen Website Million Arthur GP Usage Announced…
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The Essence of Modern Nintendo – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast
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1:35:22As weird as my gaming tastes are today, I think I'm still ultimately a Nintendo fan at heart. Reflecting on my recent Nintendo video made me want to talk to a younger fan to better understand what they love about Nintendo today. Josie of the Josie Woah YouTube channel took the time to talk to me about how she got into Nintendo, her view on classic …
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I Don't Know Mermaid Lore – OCP Podcast Episode 365
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1:22:04This week I go through some recent picks ups, talk about some small mobile games, and give my thoughts on Storybook Workshop and Super Bunny Man. Opening Music From Storybook Workshop RPG Maker WITH Cross Platform Support Weather Forecaster - Predict Tomorrow's Weather
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Machine Translation's Impact on Japanese Translation feat. Cargodin – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast
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1:51:35I have a long history of using machine translation to help me read Japanese news stories, talk to fan bases online, and sometimes even play games. However, when you don't know the original language, it's hard to understand what impact these tools may have on how we interact with the Japanese language. I talked with Cargodin, a fan translator on gam…
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Confusing Cloud Wii U Memes – OCP Podcast Episode 364
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57:32This week, we return to video and talk about Wizardry Variants Daphne's success and my thoughts on Super Mario Wonder, Shining Blade, and 007 Quantum of Solace. Podcast Links Opening Music from 007 Quantum of Solace SensorTower Wizardry Variants Daphne Financial Reports Sensor Tower Mobile Revenue Rankings December 19th to January 1st Sensor Tower …
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Connecting Our Experiences with Games feat. Luis Aguasvivas – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast
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1:48:59I used to want to be a game journalist, but I gave it up once I left college. Recently, I was contacted by Luis Aguasvivas, a modern-day game journalist who also contributes to the non-profit New York Videogame Critics Circle. I asked him about his view on the present and future of game journalism, how his personal experiences affect his work, and …
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Game of the Year 2024 – OCP Podcast Episode 363
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1:35:13This week is Game of the Year 2024! We give rewards for various categories that highlight the games I played this year. We also have a last-minute emergency news story about Million Arthur and a new podcast scheduled for next year. Podcast Links Million Arthur NFTs ending services
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I Don't Know Your Game – OCP Podcast Episode 362
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50:30This week we talk about the Game Awards announcements and trailers, as well as review One Controller Port output in 2024. 2024 Game Awards Gogh Multiplayer 4Gamer Article
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Jeep Thrills is Art – OCP Podcast Episode 361
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1:06:15This week we talk Koei Tecmo's reasoning for investing in AAA, Dragon Quest III mod drama, Media Vision shutting down Meggido 72, and Square Enix's use of AI in game development. Opening Music from Shining Blade Media Vision Shutting Down Megiddo 72 Square Enix AI Usage During SaGa: Emerald Beyond Square Enix AI Bot Hisui-chan Noda Game Maker 4Game…
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The Value of Games for Kids – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast
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2:26:13Games designed for kids can be enjoyable even for adults, though they often require looking at them with a different mindset than traditional games. In this episode, I talk to Vinnk of the Famicom Dojo podcast about his enjoyment of games for kids, how his kids grew up with games, and the impact they've had on his family life. Vinnk's Links Vinnk's…
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Joy-Con Butt Pocket – OCP Podcast Episode 360
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51:50This week we talk about a butt-controlled switch game, FFXI on consoles, and how Square-Enix's gamified investment's impact on game design.Opening music from Trauma Center KetsuBattler Twitter Account Toshihiro Nagoshi Talks Game Design Melon Books's November Discount 4Gamer's Symbiosis Genesis Impressions…
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Baten Kaitos Boyz – OCP Podcast Episode 359
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56:00I talk about the role of modern booth babes, Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition, and navigating what's next for me in FFXI or FFXIV.Podcast LinksOpening Music from Xenoblade Chronicles X Inside-Games 2024 Tokyo Game Show Booth Babe Photos Xenoblade Chronicles X Definition Edition Announced Animal Crossing Pocket Camp Complete Tweet Hot Pot G…
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Navigating Japanese Games from Overseas with Ray Barnholt – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast
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1:33:48Sometimes, Japanese games have a certain allure to them that I have trouble quantifying. I've really started to question why I and others hold a game on a pedestal partly because of its country of origin. I also sometimes wonder why it's easy to feel awkward when engaging with Japanese gaming communities and personalities, setting aside the languag…
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Welcome to Reeve Land – OCP Podcast Episode 358
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1:08:34This week I talk about a Final Fantasy VII Reeve fanbook, FFXI crafting guilds, new Switch localizations, and the team behind VR Kanojo. Links PC-FX Fan Club PRGE Podcast Artist Black's Reeve Nation Momotaro Detetsu Play Asia Listing Model Debut Nicola 3 Launch Trailer Nightmare Operator Steam Page All in Abyss: Judge the Fake Steam Page Level5 Vis…
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Playing Phantasy Star Online for 20+ Years – Hot Pot Gaming
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1:56:07Phantasy Star Online played a massive role in popularizing online console games at the turn of the century. However, I often struggle to convey its appeal today. I talked to two YouTubers, DeployableLover and Section Skyly, who actively play the game today, about their experience and what they like most about it. Section Skyly YouTube Twitch Ko-fi …
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Songs About Your Dads – OCP Podcast Episode 357
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1:01:44This week we talk about the point of beefy new hardware, Himitsu no Aipri's home release, the return of Freedom Wars, and my review of Mercenary Kings.Opening Music from Mercenary Kings Freedom Wars Getting and HD Release and Testing for Sequel Himitsu no Aipri coming to Nintendo Switch Brave Exvius Developer Turns Profitable Nintendo Switch 2 "Lea…
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The Life of Love and Berry Continues Today – OCP Podcast Episode 356
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58:51This week we talk about the Japanese festival Wii game Ennichi no Tatsujin, a new Love & Berry collab, more thoughts on gamified investment, and a doujin game.Disney Step 4Gamer Article Love & Berry Pripara Collab WebX-Asia
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A Year of Final Fantasy XI with HorizonXI – OCP Podcast Episode 355
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1:01:41This week, I reflect on a year of my time on HorizonXI, a Final Fantasy XI rollback server, and an overview of how the Final Fantasy XI experience evolves on the road to level cap. What Barbie and Bratz Bring to Games with Princess Poki – Hot Pot Gaming InterviewThe Most PC-FX TRPG – Sparkling Feather – PC-FX Fan Club Episode 8…
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What Barbie and Bratz Bring to Games with Princess Poki – Hot Pot Gaming Interview
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1:32:09Licensed games, especially those aimed at kids, are easy to dismiss and ignore as a traditional game player. However, Princess Poki helped me see the value of games like Barbie and Bratz. In this podcast, we talk about the rise of Cozy Games, Fashion Dreamer drama, and what Barbie and Bratz games mean to her.…
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Mind Your Expectations – OCP Podcast Episode 354
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50:33This week is full of cool games – as long as you let them be. Plus, I talk PlayStation Portal's success, Momotaro Densetsu Edutainment, and the re-return of Million Arthur!Opening Music from Picturebook Games The Royal Bluff PlayStation Portal "best selling accessory in dollar sales 2024 Mat Piscatella Tweet New Chinese Million Arthur Game Konami's…
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A Different Level of Chibi-Robo Fan – OCP Podcast Episode 353
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1:07:32This week we talk about recent Nintendo throwbacks, Coin Musme's closed beta test, a lo-fi study app, and a limb-based brawler. Links Opening Music from Luigi's Mansion 2 Dark Moon KoROBO Trailer Kyle Bosman's Famicom Detective Club Video Famicom Detective Club Emio The Smiling Man Trailer Gogh - Study App 4Gamer Article Coin Musme Closed Beta Test…
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Healthy Game Criticism with Alex Fraioli – Hot Pot Gaming Interview
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1:18:46Respectful game criticism can be tough, especially when being critical. Alex Fraioli recently had to walk that line when creating a video criticizing the narratives and dialog of the 16-bit RPG love letters, Sea of Stars and Chained Echoes. I talk to him about his experience creating that video and about his hopes for creating his own RPG in the fu…
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Couples Therapy Death Game – OCP Podcast Episode 352
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42:31This week I try to understand why I feel there's a news drought, plus I talk about my final thoughts on Chaos Rings and Back 4 Blood.Opening Music from Chaos Rings Alex Fraioli's Video on Love Letter RPGs Alex Rider Stormbreaker Review NES Repair Video
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Judgy Little Boy – OCP Podcast Episode 351
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1:02:24This week I talk about the Strinova beta test, me being judgmental about anime, creators and anime girls, plus I finally play Spider-Man 2! Opening Music from Spider-Man 2 DS Lily in DreamWorld Steam Page Luck Tuna Review Gekigemu's Video on Japanese Video Games
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Loving Kusoge with SnowyAria – Hot Pot Gaming Interview
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1:30:40I talk with SnowyAria about our shared interest in "Bad" and "Kusoge" titles, including what makes them worth playing and loving.SnowyAria Twitter – https://x.com/SnowyAriaKusoge Coffeehouse Import Game Journal and Translation Blog – https://kusoge.cafe/My Main Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@OneControllerPortIf you wanna support me on Ko-fihttp…
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2008, The Hottest Times – OCP Podcast Episode 350
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52:30I tried my best as the new monster on the block at Monster High, plus I talk Final Fantasy XI and break down my struggles with Blade Arcus. Pokemon Frenda Inside Japan Article Pokemon Frenda Video Demonstration Princess Poki YouTube Channel
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Lu Bu Builds Flat – OCP Podcast Episode 349
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52:12This week is two firsts! My first time seriously playing Tetris and a Musou game. I get weirdly granular with what are already popular genres.Opening Music from Tetris Hot Pot Gaming 20 Years of Fan Translations with Matt Dragon Quest Champions Shutting Down My Dragon Quest Champions Video Puzzle Game Twitter…
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20 Years of Fan Translations with Matt La France – Hot Pot Gaming Episode 1
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1:43:55Fan Translations exploded. I talk to Matt La France, a 20-year veteran, about why he got involved, how the scene developed, and his future outlook. Matt's Links Fan Translation Projects Website Fan Translation Ko-fi Fan Translations YouTube Channel 18+ Translation Mastadon
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Yoshi Diagnosed Depression – OCP Podcast Episode 348
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50:52I talk about doing a game-ish diagnosis test, my time with Yoshi's Topsy Turvy, Oreca Battle 2, and studying Japanese with Shashingo. Opening Music from Yoshi Topsy Turvy Washing your Hands at the Sushi Bar Video Collector Ninja Video Starfox Adventures Review Cleaning Two PSPs While Chatting PSP Matt's Translation of Anime Fan Club Communication O…
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Nobunaga's Ambitious 401(k) – OCP Podcast Episode 347
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56:23This week, I discuss LvlUpExpo 2024, a port mortem on my Xeno series Panel, and Square Enix's and Koei Tecmo's Financial Reports. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi …
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Learn Somethin' Will Ya! – OCP Podcast Episode 346
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1:41:23This episode is about re-embracing portable games, exploring a snack company's virtual museums, my dream Buddy Mission BOND theme park attraction, and the struggle of getting into fighting games. Opening Music from Granblue Fantasy Versus My EVO Podcast OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi…
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Whisking Away Capcom's Men – OCP Podcast: Episode 345
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1:05:32I talk understanding addictive tendencies using FFXI, Wii U/3DS shutdown's impact on my view of games, and 2008's ultimate stress relief game. Podcast LinksOpening Music from Zenses: Rainforest DLSite Disables Most Credit Card Company Processing Love & Berry's Arcade Button Toy Capcom Ending Toware no Palm Service Gunvolt PuzzMix Natsumon's English…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 344: You Will Feel Like Princess Peach Even While Shooting
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1:02:53This week, we talk about Gundam SEED on PS2, Princess Peach Purikura, Million Arthur's Re-death, and hostess club games. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Ch…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 343: A Game Industry on Fire
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39:29This week I ramble on about my feelings on the current view of the game industry and the new Kusogeeeeee platform. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 342: Lookin' a Little Too Nice
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1:05:30This week I talk Japanese edutainment games, my weird feelings on Wii revivals, and talk about my thoughts on Granblue Fantasy Relink. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Mai…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 341: The Sideshow Tradeshow
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1:09:41This week we go all over the place, talking Switch's presence in Japan, Konami's actual place in the game market, people's goals for learning Japanese, and Game Genome's deep dive into Love & Berry. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi…
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I talk new games I got, a new Fashion Rhythm game, Final Fantasy XIII, the LoveLive Tweet and letting go of Another Code Recollection. Podcast LinksOpening Music from Final Fantasy XIII Bowl of Lentils' Thoughts on Another Code Recollection Inside Games' Another Code Recollection Impressions Watcha Primaji Shutting Down Dragon Quest Xross Blade Shu…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 339: Train Building Horse Derby Game
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46:49This week I talk about a train building game in a horse derby-style, Xenoblade rumors, and I give my final thoughts on Star Fox Adventures!Opening Music from Star Fox Adventures My Final Fantasy XI Draft Video Navigating the PC-FX Sales Mess PC-FX Fan Club Ko-fi Xenoblade Chronicles X Remake Rumors Sodatetsu Webpage Magician's Dead Launch Reception…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 338: Winner Winner Game of the Year 2023!
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1:13:54It's game of the year for 2023! We talk characters, import games, speed games, RPGs, disappointing games, and a surprise last minute upset. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 337: But Where's Love & Berry?
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1:17:12This week, I ramble about the Japanese PC market, Casio Loopy, anime games, inflated expectations, SEGA's revivals, and Hajime Tabata. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 336: Wii Double Feature
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1:10:52This week, I give my final thoughts on two Wii games, including Arc Rise Fantasia. Plus a typing game and a game about reading books. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 335: Boku no NFTsumi
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1:01:30This week, I talk about Quester coming to Switch, Square Enix NFT news, Fairy Carrots, and my thoughts on Boku no Natsuyasumi 2. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 334: Engage in the Nintendoji Life
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41:53This week, I talk about a Taiko Drum Accessory, cute video game girls, a parkour racing game, and my final thoughts on Toukiden Kiwami. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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This week I talk HuneX's Tensho brand, a new game from the Oreca Battle / Otocadoll developers, and some Blue Breaker research I'm doing. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 332: Everything and Nothing All at Once
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37:26I rant about my issue with raid combat in Rabbit & Steel and Final Fantasy XIV, and then close out the Hop! Skip! Dance! lore. Podcast LinksOpening Music from Rabbit & Steel All Four Hop! Step! Dance! Commercials Kamiya's New YouTube Channel Uchitore Announced Model Debut 3 Nicola Launches Soon Rabbit & Steel Steam Page PC-FX Fan Club Podcast Farla…
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This week is a shorter episode, with a quick personal update, a new Buddy Mission BOND stage play, and Magicami's shutdown / crowdfunded revival. Opening Music from Buddy Mission BOND News Hunting Stream 3DS and Wii U Servers Shutting Down MGCM Combat Edition Steam Page Magicami Shutting Down and Kickstarting an Offline Version Starri Steam Page Ne…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 330: Otocadoll Explosion
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51:59This week we talk Japan-focused game stories, including JP Xbox fans, BOOKOFF 's repro consoles, new Otocadoll Cards, and Platinum Games. OCP Links: OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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OCP Podcast – Episode 329: MotoGP? Not Today!
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1:08:19This week I talk Baten Kaitos sales numbers, Magician's Dead on PS4, Xbox drama, a Barbie 2D action platformer, and having babies in a game. Links OCP Ko-fi OCP Main Channel…
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