I Never Cast For This

In this episode, we welcome the co-founders of Stormy Shore Studios, Evan and Jordan, as we discuss historical accuracy and its importance in video games. Should developers aim to be 100% accurate when it comes to depicting history in gaming? How much change is too much for developers when it comes to portraying historical events? Can games actually be historically accurate AND fun? Should developers be historically authentic even if inclusivity is threatened?  

11:37 - Topic of the Week - Historical Accuracy/Authenticity in Gaming 

1:02:18 - Final Thoughts - Does historical accuracy matter? 

1:09:50 - Trivia Question - Oregon Trail Question 

1:16:56 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell  

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In this episode, we welcome James Walmer from Strictly Casual as we debate over the future of VR gaming. Is VR gaming really the future of gaming? Will VR gaming ever replace traditional gaming as it is today? Will screens eventually be gone entirely? Do gaming developers need to push for VR in order for it to be successful?  

12:36 - Topic of the Week - VR Gaming 

1:13:27 - Final thoughts on VR Gaming 

1:16:00 - Trivia Question - VR Origins 

1:20:30 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, Farewell  

In this episode, we discuss the developers of No Man's Sky - Hello Games. Do they deserve a second chance after selling the game on false promises? Is the game finally in a state that matches up with the original trailers shown at E3? Do they DESERVE to be praised and redeemed or are they just doing what is expected of them? Does this set a dangerous precedent for the gaming industry?   

6:35 - Topic of the Week Discussion - Does No Man's Sky Deserve A Second Chance?  

57:57 - Trivia Question - Hello Games Question   

1:01:53 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

**Apologies for the audio in this episode - had a few hiccups during recording affecting quality. Will be fixed for next episode!

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In this episode, we discuss the mega-hit from Supergiant Games, HADES! Is this objectively a "perfect" game? What are our issues with the game (if any)? If you hate Roguelites, will you still like this game? Listen to us discuss our love for Hades, and see if you agree with our points or not. Do you hate this game? We want to know why! Let us know through email or social media.

9:07 - Topic of the Week - Hades discussion

53:38 - Trivia Game Show - Supergiant Games Question

58:34 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

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In this episode, we welcome Vincent DeSantis from the Strictly Casual podcast as we discuss the future of Xbox. What do we expect from Xbox in next-gen? What's on our personal wishlists? We also place our predictions for the Xbox Games Showcase. 

11:55 Topic of the Week - The Future of Xbox and Xbox Games Showcase  

1:15:22 - Trivia Game Show - Microsoft/Apple Question!  

1:19:45 - Outro Plugs and Farewell  

Check out Vincent on the Strictly Casual podcast at https://www.youtube.com/c/StrictlyCasual/featured

Vincent Twitter and Instagram: @bobashinga

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In this episode, five of us debate over gaming toxicity. Where is the line between toxicity and smack talk? Should gamers be accountable for their actions, or do companies hold the blame? Does intent matter when it comes to being toxic? How do we solve toxicity?  

For live episodes of the I Never Cast For This podcast, tune in live on Mondays at 9pm EST on www.twitch.tv/inevercastforthis

7:21 - Gaming News - Smash Bros community controversy, Team Fortress 2 bots. 

15:04 - Topic of the Week - Toxic Gamers. What's toxic, what's just trash talk?  

1:57:02 - Trivia Game Show - Minecraft Question 

2:03:22 - Outro plugs and farewell

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In this episode, five of us debate over the changes we might see with gaming in the year 2030. Will VR finally be mainstream? Will mouse and keyboard be a thing of the past? Will all multiplayer games be free to play? Will mobile gaming dominate all other platforms? Will the consoles be gone altogether?  

For live episodes of the I Never Cast For This podcast, tune in live on Mondays at 9pm EST on www.twitch.tv/inevercastforthis

6:28 - Gaming News - Dr. Disrespect, and other controversies 

16:03 - Topic of the Week - Gaming in 2030... What can we expect?

1:28:35 - Trivia - Highest grossing mobile game? 

1:38:50 - Outro plugs and farewell

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In this episode, we have a debate over linear vs open world games. Which games do it well? Which don't? Is the market oversaturated with open world games? Are linear games worth $60? Is Minecraft REALLY an open-world game? Also, does Minecraft suck?  

For live episodes of the I Never Cast For This podcast, tune in live on Mondays at 9pm EST on www.twitch.tv/inevercastforthis

Gaming News - Last of Us 2 Review bombs - 9:20

Comment of the Week - Short Stadia discussion - 15:19

Topic of the Week - Linear vs Open World Games - 21:58

Trivia - 1:29:42 

Outro Plugs - 1:36:50

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In this episode, four of us debate over Google Stadia. Quasimodo (newcomer) tries to convince us that Stadia is worth it. Will he be able to defend some harsh criticisms presented during the debate? Is Stadia really for everyone? Is it finally where it needs to be, only 7 months after launch?

For live episodes of the I Never Cast For This podcast, tune in live on Mondays at 9pm EST on www.twitch.tv/inevercastforthis.  

Show notes

Gaming News: PS5 Showcase Event - 10:54 

Topic of the Week - Google Stadia DEBATE - 17:15  

Trivia - 1:49:58  

Outro Plugs - 1:54:10

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In this episode, five of us debate over the concept of cheating in video games. Is cheating online a moral issue? Or just harmless fun? Does cheating have real consequences? What about offline cheating? Is stream sniping acceptable? Are exploits considered "cheating?"

For live episodes of the I Never Cast For This podcast, tune in live on Mondays at 9pm EST on www.twitch.tv/inevercastforthis.

5:42 - Topic of the Week - Cheating in Gaming DEBATE 

1:50:50 - Trivia 

1:54:48 Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell 

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In this episode, Keltharr, Arebus, Athrikus, and Albondiel have a heated debate over Pokemon Sword and Shield, and if the games really deserve all the hate they seem to be getting. Are fans correct in thinking that  #gamefreaklied? Is Game Freak actually a lazy company? Should Pokemon Sw/Sh have included all existing Pokemon? Do fans deserve more after all these years?  

For live episodes of the I Never Cast For This podcast, tune in live on Mondays at 9pm EST on www.twitch.tv/inevercastforthis.  

6:48 - Gaming News

14:52 - Topic of the Week - Pokemon Sword and Shield DEBATE 

1:42:17 - Trivia

1:49:05 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

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In this episode, Keltharr, Arebus, Athrikus, and Recusor discuss the battle pass business model present in games like Fortnite, DOTA 2, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Are battle passes a predatory practice? Which games use battle passes effectively? Are battle passes simply a "pay-to-enjoy" scheme?  

Gaming News: 6:35 

Topic of the Week - Battle Passes: 13:45 

Weekly Trivia - 1:21:21

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In this episode, Keltharr, Octo (Trelard), Arebus, and (newcomer) Athrikus discuss Joy-Con Drift, and whether Nintendo needs to step up to the plate and fix this once and for all. We also discuss what we've been up to since the pandemic started, as well as what we've done since our last episode in 2017!

27:08 - Topic of the Week - Joy-Con Drift

1:00:25 - Catch Up With The Guys

1:04:39 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

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In this episode, Keltharr, Trelard, Arebus, and (newcomer) Emtu discuss delayed PC Releases, and whether they are a shady practice, or actually a good idea for gaming companies!

25:16 - Topic of the Week - Delayed PC Releases

1:04:48 - Arebus' Fidget Spinner, Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

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In this episode, Keltharr, Trelard, and (newcomer) Recusor discuss free-to-play models versus subscription fees in various MMOs, MOBAs, and paid services like Xbox Live and PSN.

23:07 - Topic of the Week - F2P vs Subscription - What's better?

1:14:24 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

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On this episode of I Never Cast For This, Keltharr, Trelard, Arebus, and (newcomer) Albondiel discuss achievements in the gaming industry, and whether they are good or bad for gaming overall.

16:50 - Topic of the Week - Achievements - Do they ruin gaming?

1:09:45 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

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In this episode, Keltharr, Trelard, and Arebus discuss the concept of Early Access, and whether it is a completely outrageous idea and a cash grab, or if the idea actually works.

13:45 - Topic of the Week - Early Access Games

59:50 - Outro Plugs, Social Media, and Farewell

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In this episode, Keltharr and Trelard discuss microtransactions in the gaming industry, and whether they are BOTH good and bad, or simply just bad.

14:35 Topic of the Week: Microtransactions - Should They Stay or Should They Go?

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