Meta'd Podcast - Meta-analysis Of Everything

In this episode, Paul, Jimmy, and Glen talk about Multiplayer Online Battle Arena Games (MOBAs). They have some really good conversations about the state of the genre overall as well as the influence MOBAs have had on E-Sports and gaming. Dota 2 and League of Legends are the two games most focused on in this episode. Glen laments e-sports being shown on ESPN.  Heroes of the Storm gets praised by Paul for being a simple MOBA that is easily accesible and fun in short bursts. The Kelsie's Korner wraps this episode up with a salty AF bow and they give a shoutout to Fans of the Genre who launched a new website linked below. Get back in your lane! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul, Jimmy, and Glen talk about the Elder Scrolls series, but more specifically Morrowind, Oblivion, and Skyrim. Paul talks about the idyllic nature of Morrowind and the shortcomings of Oblivion and Skyrim in order to have the games be more 'marketable'. Glen waxes nostalgic about simpler times in college while glitching his way through Skyrim. They literally talk about The Pirates of the Carribean movie for at least 4 minutes. Glen gets confused between James Bond and Skyrim. They create an explicit mod. Jimmy attempts to get a brand deal. As always there's a new Kelsie's Korner for the poet in all of us. Listen in! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul, Jimmy, and Glen along with special guest Sarah talk about a series of games they all hold near and dear to their hearts: Animal Crossing. They cover the series beginnings with the Gamecube version in America all the way to the current 3DS games. Sarah still plays Animal Crossing which baffles the rest of the Meta'd crew and she totally schools them all with her knowledge of the series. Paul and his siblings gang up on a defenseless bear. Jimmy briefly talks about the obvious 'goals' of playing The Sims. Glen loses it a few times and we introduce a new segment of the show: Kelsie's Korner. Kelsie's Korner is a short segment with a themed haiku for each episode. Enjoy! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw Sarah's Tumblr: http://songbirdsue.tumblr.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul, Jimmy, and Glen talk about the Mass Effect series. Strap in, from Mass Effect 1 to Mass Effect: Andromeda, the dudes talk about their love of the Mass Effect universe and its failings after the first game. They listen to Space Radio and talk at length about how immediately apparent it was that the series was on the decline after Mass Effect 1. Glen shares some stories about Mass Effect 3 and gives a scathing review of Andromeda. They also attempt their best British accents at the end of the episode at the behest of the We're Not Wizards podcast. Enjoy! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw We're Not Wizards: https://werenotwizards.podbean.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul, Jimmy, and Glen talk for the first time about a non-video-game topic! Board games are up for discussion this week and the boys talk in depth about the veritable "sweet spot" for games that are approachable but not stupidly easy. Paul and Glen get made fun of by jocks who would rather be playing Catan. Glen outs himself as a communist. They all riff on Munchkin for appealing to a different demographic but also being too gamey and praise some games that they played during their formitave years. Paul rants about Secret Hitler ruining a Christmas get-together. There are a ton of rants and rambles in this episode about board games but it just goes to show how much of an impact board gaming has had on the Meta'd Podcast crew. We also give a brief shout out to a Fellow Pod: We're Not Wizards which is a regularly scheduled podcast that is ALWAYS about board games and is very entertaining (Linked Below). Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Y

In this episode, Paul, Jimmy, Glen and Daniel are back to talk about the newest game in their lives: The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild. This episode is STORY SPOILER FREE for Breath of the Wild so if you want to know some cool things about the game you can still tune in without having any of the major plot points ruined for you!! (Also let us apologize in advance for the shotty sound quality, no idea what's going on but we're hoping to have that all sorted out by next episode.) We analyze the newest mechanics that are very unique to Breath of the Wild as well as speak at length about the amazing choices the game developers made to create this magical experience. Overall, we really love the game and are excited to keep playing it. Stay tuned for more regular content as well as possibly periodic updates on Breath of the Wild after we've completed it and had some time to reflect on our time within the newest iteration of Hyrule. Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m

In this episode, Jimmy and Glen (PAUL COULDN'T MAKE IT THIS WEEK) talk about the ever changing medium of video games and the transition of arcades to home consoles back to social gatherings. We talk about how our earliest memories of arcade gaming are cemented in our minds and how that helped shape our current feelings about arcade gaming. We disrespect air hockey manufacturers and praise old arcade reward systems. Overall, we talk a lot about how the decline of arcades in the early to mid 2000's was due to home-console use and that the shifting demographics of gamers led to the logical conclusion of Barcades and the like. Give us a listen! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul, Jimmy and Glen talk about the phenomenon that is Minecraft. We talk a lot about how Minecraft is endlessly entertaining at the base level of gameplay and how the multiplayer experience lends itself to stories of heroics. We liken Minecraft to the Illiad while still talking about legos. We also trashtalk endermen for a few minutes. Tune in! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy along with special guest Glen talk about the the golden age of 3D platformers. We find out that the genre of "3D platformers" no longer exists due to its pervasiveness throughout most modern 3D games. We also discuss the impact of these pioneers and how they've shaped a lot of future games. Glen talks about becoming a completionist and Paul shares stories about losing critical progress and losing hope in 3D platformers.  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy along with special guest Daniel talk about the Dark Souls Series. We talk a lot about how the games are crushingly hard but infinitely rewarding and why Daniel can't stop playing them. We also go on tangents about the Assassin's Creed series and quickly touch on why we haven't made a podcast since 2016! PRAISE THE SUN. Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy discuss Resident Evil 6 as well as a look back on the Resident Evil series as a whole moving forward into the unknown for Resident Evil 7. Can they even stomach the action packed thrills of Resident Evil 6 or will they be consumed by the monotony of annoying enemies and lackluster story? Find out in this episode of Meta'd! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy along with special guest Rio talk about Resident Evil 2 and 3. We talk about the major changes of 2 and 3 from the first installment and the ever changing Resident Evil series as a whole. Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy talk doors, diaries and Dead Space while speaking about Resident Evil 4. Listen in to find out more about this game and its impact on the series as well as what we believe to be an impact on gaming as a whole during the early 2000s.  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy talk about what makes Resident Evil 0 (not 2, yet!) stand out as a very strong game in the Resident Evil Series. Resident Evil 0, being a prequel to pre-existing games has a lot to draw from and uses all of its predecessors very well, listen in to hear more about what we have to say about this game! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy get spooked by a really well crafted zombie game and let the listener know just how big of an impact this game has had not just on the survival-horror genre but on video game storytelling as a whole.  Kicking off a new series with a bang, welcome to October and spooky times with one of the best zombie-killin' games of all time.  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy run from knife-wielding pineapples, code rocketry, and analyze one of their favorite games: The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time. Is it only good because of nostalgia or is there enough in Ocarina of Time to have it remain in the gaming hall of fame? Find out in this episode of Meta'd! Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy analyze Majora's Mask and talk about why they like it so much. Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jimmy get their feet wet while talking about two similar games with a lot of history between them.  Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support

2022 Edit: Hey! Thanks for checking out this episode! Back in 2016 Paul and Jimmy had recently played through the Oracle games and were a bit salty about them. The main points in this episode go over how a remake should merge the games into one or a reboot should combine them but make a cohesive story that combines elements from both games. Ultimately it comes down to both games being good on their own but the experience of linking them together to get all the items and fight Ganon/Twinrova soured the experience for them by not adequately preparing them for boss fights with less than fair mechanics. Original post: In this episode of META'D, Paul and Jimmy battle trains and Twinrova to break down and analyze the two Gameboy Color games: Oracle of Ages & Oracle of Seasons.   Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw Intro/Outro Tunes: John Kim --- Support

Welcome to the premiere episode of Meta'd! Meta-analysis of EVERYTHING!  This episode has been RE-EDITED for length, topic clarity, copyright, and just to be more cohesive and good (hopefully).  This episode we give a brief introduction to what we will be talking about on the podcast and talk about a favorite game of ours from Nintendo: The Legend of Zelda - Link's Awakening. Enjoy and please leave any feedback!  Background music by The Versions! Check them out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/21Tp0aROiJGTa0BgFGsC6v Intro/Outro tunes by John Kim Twitter: https://twitter.com/metadpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metadpodcast/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8LhMbixxYCrIvx1Dv5btw --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metad-podcast/support