Final Games

Joining Liam this week is one of his favourite people, Wayforward game director/designer, James Montagna. Recently spending the last few months finishing off Shantae: Half Genie Hero whilst in Japan. Both Liam and James get incredibly passionate about some wonderful rhythm games, Japan and of course, Nintendo. This episode was a delight to record and features an incredibly touching story about Satoru Iwata. Enjoy. Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of James' choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS James Montagna: @jamespopstar If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Joining Liam this week, to be cast out into the sea of deserted games industry members. Is indie game dev and creator of the visual novel hit, One Night Stand, Lucy Blundell. Alongside huge standouts such as a certain Final Fantasy title, Lucy talks about how speaking to Korean boys about a party will help keep her sane... Enjoy! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Lucy's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS Lucy Blundell: @gamesbykinmoku http://www.gamesbykinmoku.com/ If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

We have royalty joining us this week on Final Games. Voice actor, Ray Chase joins Liam to talk about his 8 games. One of which might have something to do with a certain character called, Noctis. A character which Ray is very much acquainted with. Enjoyed FFXV? Definitely check out this wonderful episode, you may also hear exactly what Noctis thinks about being stuck on a deserted island... Enjoy! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Ray's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS Ray Chase: @raychase www.raychase.com If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Happy New Year! Final Games hopes you had an excellent Christmas and New Year and you are ready to join us for a (hopefully) smashing 2017! Kicking things off with a bang this year joining Liam for the first episode of the year is the creator of Spelunky, Derek Yu. Spelunky has featured on many FG guest lists in the past, so it's finally great to have Derek on the show! Enjoy this fantastic episode to kick start the year! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Derek's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS Derek Yu: @Mossmouth www.derekyu.com If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Join Liam to say goodbye to the year of 2016. Not the greatest of years, but a delight for fans of video games. Liam takes us all to the island of 2016, taking with us his 8 favourite games of the year. A “games of the year” list, but in true Final Games fashion. p.s. If you don’t like to hear Liam ramble avoid this episode! And Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment! You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Joining (a full of cold) Liam this week is Fullbright co-founder and game designer, Steve Gaynor. Creator of Gone Home and the upcoming space title, Tacoma. Liam embarrasses Steve about a podcast he made a few years ago, and they talk about 8 superb titles that balance between nostalgia and practicality. An excellent look into the mind of a game designer too! Enjoy :) Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Steve's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS Steve Gaynor: @fullbright https://fullbrig.ht If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Having tried from the very start, Liam finally managed to rope Kotaku UK Editor, Keza MacDonald on to the show. The experienced writer and editor joins Liam to talk about 8 wonderful titles that may or may not feature quite a number of Nintendo highlights. From some of the company's most popular series. An episode full of joy and love for games, please do enjoy! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Keza's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs Keza MacDonald: @kezamacdonald www.kotaku.co.uk If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

This week, Liam can't talk very well! But, that's okay as the excellent and eloquent YouTuber, George Weidman A.K.A Super Bunnyhop joins him to talk about 8 excellent titles. For anyone who has watched George's show, you might be able to guess what's on his list. But, he also might surprise you! Enjoy as they talk about some deep gameplay aspects that have been lost over the years too! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of George's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs George Weidman: @superbunnyhop https://www.youtube.com/user/bunnyhopshow If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Liam’s guest this week has been helping you get cheap games for over 13 years now. Which means Cheap Ass Gamer’s, CheapyD being sent to a deserted place would probably be rather a bad idea! This week we go back to the early days of gaming and arcades with some of the oldest games we’ve ever had on the show! Enjoy! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of David's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs David Abrams: @cheapyd www.cheapassgamer.com If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Knowing exactly where he’s being sent and getting prepare for this week is Mode 7 Games and Frozen Synapse designer, Paul Kilduff-Taylor. The managing director talks to Liam about a very diverse 8 games, that lead them to chat about space sims, eSports and indie games. Plus you also get to listen to some music from Streets of Rage, which is always a delight! Enjoy. Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Paul's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs Paul Kilduff- Taylor: @mode7games www.mode7games.com If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Joining Liam for the 37th episode of the show is Positech Games, designer and creator of titles such as Democracy, Kudos and Gratuitous Space Battles, Cliff Harris. The former Lionhead programmer speaks to Liam about the early days of being an indie developer and about his love of PC titles. It's a great episode you don't want to miss. Enjoy! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Cliff's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs Cliff Harris: @cliffski www.positechgames.com If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

Liam’s very excited to say that joining him for banishment this week is none other than former GameSpot and now Larian Studios writer, Kevin VanOrd. The former Senior Editor joins Liam to talk about brilliant protagonists and the exceptional design of Overwatch. As well as his 8 of course! It’s a wonderful episode you won’t want to miss! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Kevin's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs Kevin VanOrd: @fiddlecub https://www.larianvault.com/ If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast But is also available on iTunes, aCast and Stitcher!

For the 35th episode, Liam’s banishing game and movie critic at Bleeding Cool, Patrick Dane. Liam puts Patrick to task as he gives his thoughts on some very interesting titles. Patrick’s 8 are varied and diverse, from PlayStation rhythm/fighter hybrids to hotly contested entries in some big games series. It’s a great listen and we hope you enjoy! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Patrick's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs Patrick Dane:  @Patrick Dane www.bleedingcool.net If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast

Being cast off this week is Co-Creator of the smash hit card game, Cards Against Humanity, Max Temkin. Responsible for games such as Humans v Zombies, Secret Hitler & Werewolf. Max is forced by Liam to talk about 8 video games instead of tabletop ones! Although there does seem to be some rule bending taking place... They talk game design, roguelikes and much more. Enjoy! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Max's choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs Max Temkin: @maxtemkin http://maxistentialism.com/ If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast

Cast off this week at the hands of Liam is Eurogamer’s Pun Master, Wesley Yin-Poole. The news writer and deputy editor of the site joins Liam to talk about games that would definitely last you a long time, with lots of replayability on a deserted island! Hope you enjoy this week’s episode! Don't forget to follow on Soundcloud and leave a comment about what you thought of Wes' choices! We'd love to hear what you the listeners think of the guest's choices and let's have a lovely discussion :) You can also download this show on iTunes as well, just search for "Final Games". Please rate and review the show! apple.co/1QP0ciS ALSO! After fan feedback last week, I have now updated the Final Games database to include a list of games for each episodes, including this week's. So, if you aren't one for surprises and would like to check out what games we talk about you can do from now on. Here: drive.google.com/open?id=1yby3YrZ…qhCThFcjUiy7jAHs Wesley Yin-Poole: @wyp100 www.eurogamer.net If you'd like to contact the show or Liam, or if you have any feedback please check out: @LiamBME @FinalGamesShow finalgamespodcast@gmail.com Final Games is hosted on Soundcloud at: @finalgamespodcast