Henry took a summer job in the wilderness to get away from his life, but he could never have guessed what he was getting himself into... Firewatch, developed by Campo Santo, is a first-person mystery game where you play a brand new fire lookout in the wilds of Wyoming. Our main character, Henry, has left behind the rubble of his old life to pursue the solitude of the forests. His only lifeline is his boss Delilah, who he can communicate with exclusively via walkie-talkie. While he searches for himself, Henry and Delilah uncover much more than they ever expected, hidden in Shoshone National Forest.  In Episode 24 of No Small Games, special guest Jules (known online as ShinobiJules) joins Kate and Emily to review the game Firewatch. You'll hear their takes on (and gripes with) the two main characters, their thoughts on game mechanics, and experiences navigating the (in-game) wilderness. We hope you love this episode, we're so grateful to Jules for joining us! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:15:00 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:21:50 - Firewatch Discussion 01:32:25 - Firewatch Spoilers 01:51:09 - Game Ratings 01:59:35 - One Small Thing 02:04:45 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

There is no problem too great for the sword of Adalia de Volador... except maybe her annoying brother and witty crush! En Garde! is a swashbuckling action adventure game with a huge helping of flourish and panache. Players fight their way through the story as vigilante hero Adalia de Volador as she tries to foil the evil Count Duke's schemes. The combat is smooth, approachable and delightfully playful. In Episode 23, Kate and Emily are parrying, riposting, and dodging their way through this review of En Garde!, developed by Fireplace Games. You'll hear the two discuss their theories about the game's geographical setting, their favorite slapstick combat moves, and much more! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:13:40 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:20:20 - En Garde! Game Discussion 01:12:00 - Game Ratings 01:17:20 - Next Episode's Game Announcement 01:20:40 - Kate & Emily's One Small Thing Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

What you see is literally what you get in Viewfinder, where players solve puzzles by bringing photographs to life. Viewfinder is a first-person puzzle adventure game that encourages the player to experiment and explore within its beautiful, surreal environments. You use photographs scattered throughout the world (or that you capture yourself) to manipulate the spaces and create brand new structures. While the game centers around the puzzles, players who want to seek out the story will discover a cast of characters with depth and passion, on a desperate mission. Join Kate and Emily for episode 22 of No Small Games, as they discuss Viewfinder, developed by Sad Owl Studios and published by Thunderful Publishing. The two compare their impressions of the puzzles and their strategies as they faced each challenge. They also share their differing experiences with the story and characters. We hope you think Episode 22 is picture perfect! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:15 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:12:40 - Viewfinder Game Discussion 01:30:15 - Game Ratings 01:33:30 - Kate & Emily's One Small Thing 01:35:30 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

PAX East 2024 was huge for No Small Games and brought about many firsts for the podcast! Not only was it the team's first time at the expo, it was also Kate and Emily's first time meeting in person and first live event together. And we're bringing you along with us for our highlights from the show!  This episode is packed with our impressions of the demos we played, clips of interviews we recorded on the show floor, and deep dives with developers talking about their games. 2024 brought us a huge showing of indie games at PAX East and while we didn't get to play them all, we are delighted and a bit overwhelmed by the number of amazing indie games and demos that we did get to try! We hope you love our PAX East 2024 recap episode. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:30 - Overall Impressions of PAX East 2024 00:14:20 - Interview - Britt Dye, formerly Chief Accessibility Officer at Whitethorn Games 00:26:28 - Interview - Hunter Bond, Co-Director of DreadXP 00:39:25 - Interview - Eric Manahan, Developer of LUCID 00:51:48 - Interview - Kyle Creamer, Developer of Littlelands 01:16:00 - Interview - Lala, Social Media Manager of Toge Productions Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Trevor Hills just discovered he's the least popular star of the most popular TV show in America... and now he hast to run for his life. American Arcadia follows two protagonists: the unassuming everyman Trevor Hills and the clever, strategic, and mysterious Angela Solano. After a sending a series of shocking and surreptitious messages to get Trevor's attention, Angela reveals a truth that will turn his life upside down: he is one of thousands of cast members of America's most popular reality TV show. And now he's in danger. Play as both Angela and Trevor as they tag-team in their daring plot to help Trevor escape from Arcadia. Join Kate and Emily for episode 21 of No Small Games (and the start of our second spring season), as they discuss American Arcadia by Out of the Blue Games. The two chat about their favorite puzzles from the game and their reactions to the many twists and turns of the plot. We hope you love this latest episode! Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:18 - Weekly Boss Battles 00:15:51 - American Arcadia Game Discussion 01:36:54 - American Arcadia Spoilers 02:04:12 - Game Ratings 02:09:55 - Next Episode's Game Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Thank you to all of our listeners, guests, and supporters for making it a fantastic first year of No Small Games! In No Small Games' inaugural Yearbook Episode, we are recapping and reminiscing about the first full year of the show. Get a peek behind the curtains as Kate and Emily reflect on each season, their lessons learned and their successes, as they ventured into their first year of podcasting. In addition to recapping all of the games covered in the first four seasons of the show, Kate and Emily reveal their picks for their Top 5 games from the 2023-2024 year, and the fan favorite episodes voted on by YOU! Featuring superlatives and thank you's to No Small Games supporters, this episode is a tribute to all of you and all of these impactful indie games and game developers mentioned in the first year of the show! Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

In the latest No Small Games developer chat, Kate and Emily talk with Juho about his creative process and the design and development of his latest game, Hyperdrive Inn. Juho describes the facets of his career, from journalism to R&D development, that all ultimately led him to his work in game development. The three discuss his upcoming title, and the non-linear design process behind this non-linear game. We hope you love listening to his story and the work behind Hyperdrive Inn! Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Starting fresh can be hard to do, especially when your past keeps popping back up to fight you... In Thirsty Suitors, developed by Outerloop Games and published by Annapurna Interactive, you play as Jala, a young woman returning to her hometown for the first time in years. Jala is intent on moving forward after a recent big breakup, but first must rebuild the many past relationships she left in the rubble when she left home. Join Kate and Emily for episode 20 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Thirsty Suitors. This one has a ton of banter and personal anecdotes, folks! In addition to their thoughts on the game, the two reminisce about their own exes and past relationships.  Episode Timecodes Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:10:20Thirsty Suitors Game Discussion ✦ 00:18:13Thirsty Suitors Spoilers ✦ 01:21:25-01:34:42Game Ratings ✦ 01:46:30Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:49:34 Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Befriend both cute and formidable friends to fulfill the brutal yet rewarding role of Spirit Guide... Explore a forgotten village and it's surroundings as you help bring peace to unsettled spirits, who are longing to move on. Kena: Bridge of Spirits, developed and published by Ember Lab, features intense combat and heartfelt stories of love and loss. On a quest to find and reconnect with her father, the Spirit Guide before her, Kena must face up to spirits corrupted by anger and grief. Ultimately you and Kena learn the fate of this long-deserted region. In Episode 19 of No Small Games, special guest Rio (known online as dprince216) joins Kate and Emily to review the "Disney souls-like" game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits. The three discuss the toughest boss fights, compare impressions of the storylines, and most importantly... which hats they put on their little spirit world companions. Episode Timecodes Meet our Guest - Rio aka dprince216 ✦ 00:00:35 Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:20:15 Kena: Bridge of Spirits Game Discussion ✦ 00:24:37 Kena: Bridge of Spirits Spoilers ✦ 01:21:43 Game Ratings ✦ 01:27:25 Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:34:23 Meet our Guest dprince216 aka Rio (he/him) @dprince216 Rio, also known on Twitch as dprince216, is a content creator who plays a wide variety of games. He is a self-described lifelong gamer and huge fan of narrative games, as well as online PVP games. He streams a combination of AAA and indie games, including Stardew Valley, Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion, and Kena Bridge of Spirits! Follow Rio on the following platforms: Twitch YouTube Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Imagine a week where being accused of murder isn't the wildest thing that happened to you... because you just discovered every Greek god you had ever heard of is real. That's exactly the week that main character Grace is experiencing in the game Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical, developed by Summerfall Studios.  After a chance (or maybe fated) encounter with the muse Calliope, Grace finds herself abruptly dropped in the middle of centuries-old drama and tensions among the Greek pantheon of gods and idols. But processing this brand new information is the least of Grace's worries, as she's given an ultimatum to prove her innocence within seven days or be tried for Calliope's murder. Join Kate and Emily for episode 18 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical. Kate shares her expertise in theater, revealing the many considerations that writers and composers make when designing a musical. The two share their favorite moments and impressions of this cinematic musical adventure. Episode Timecodes Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:06:58Stray Gods Game Discussion ✦ 00:11:56Stray Gods Spoilers ✦ 01:16:00Game Ratings ✦ 01:27:17Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:33:38 Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Ho ho ho!! Santa came early this holiday season and he (or she) is brining us indie games! Buckle up for a very special holiday episode of No Small Games!! Kate and Emily are joined for the first ever Secret Santa Games, by guests Bo_Po and DiscoCola, the co-hosts of the indie game podcast Underplayed. The four got together for a festive Secret Santa event where all the gifts were indie games! This event riffs on the Underplayed segment "Secret Games" in which the hosts each play a game in secret and reveal it along with their review of the game. In the very first Secret Santa Games, each of the four co-hosts was paired up in secret with someone else in the group and gifted them an indie game of their choosing! In addition to this being the first holiday episode, this is also the first time No Small Games has featured four game reviews at once. We hope you enjoy this very special episode and have a happy holiday season! Episode Timecodes Meet our Guests - Bo_Po and DiscoCola from Underplayed ✦ 00:00:53Holiday Questionals ✦ 00:14:01Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:29:45What is Secret Santa Games? ✦ 00:35:30DiscoCola's Secret Santa Game ✦ 00:39:07Kate's Secret Santa Game ✦ 01:03:09Bo_Po's Secret Santa Game ✦ 01:33:19Emily's Secret Santa Game ✦ 01:56:55Plugs!! ✦ 02:37:26Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 02:41:28 Meet our Guests Underplayed Podcast @underplayedpod On Underplayed, Bo_Po and DiscoCola review indie games of all kinds—the games with small budgets but big hearts, the lesser-known experiences with imaginative ideas. A typical episode has two main segments: first, they each reveal and review a game they've been playing in secret; then, they have an in-depth discussion on a prestigious title within the indie landscape. Check out Underplayed on the following platforms: Spotify Apple Podcasts Twitch Bo_Po @Bo_Po Bo_Po loves games featuring platforming, puzzles, and inventive storytelling. You can catch him streaming games of all kinds on twitch at bo__po (two underscores!) Check out Bo_Po on the following platforms: Twitter Twitch GG App DiscoCola @DiscoCola In addition to indie games, DiscoCola is a huge fan of Digimon and Mega Man games. You can catch him streaming indie games for Underplayed on twitch at DiscoCola. Check out DiscoCola on the following platforms: Twitter Twitch GG App Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Did you think we were done with b-b-b-b-bonus episodes for 2023? Not quite!! On December 6, Wholesome Games held their Wholesome Snack: The Game Awards Edition 2023, a fun-sized 30 minute direct packed with indie game trailers and news. The showcase featured 20 new and upcoming game announcements, including many games that piqued Kate and Emily's interest! In this bonus episode, Kate and Emily count down their top 5 games that they're most excited for from this event (in no particular order). The co-hosts also brought in some guesses about each other's picks... let's see how many they got correct! We hope you enjoy this bite-sized bonus episode, covering the bite-sized 2023 Wholesome Snack! If you'd like to catch up on the entire Wholesome Snack, you can watch the entire showcase on YouTube. Timestamps Looking for a particular section of the episode? Check the timecodes below: 00:00:00 - Episode Start 00:00:30 - First Impressions of Wholesome Snack 00:03:40 - Kate & Emily's Top 5 00:27:50 - Runner-ups and Other News Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

If the end of the world was right around the corner what would you do? Who or what would matter most to you? Fang and their friends are entering their senior year of high school with big ambitions and some big changes. Biggest of all, they're facing the looming threat of an asteroid hurtling towards Earth, threatening all life as they know it. Goodbye Volcano High, developed by indie game studio KO_OP, is part cinematic narrative adventure, part musical rhythm game, and touches on topics of love, friendship and change. Join Kate and Emily for episode 16 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing Goodbye Volcano High. The co-hosts reflect on their high school experiences and compare them to the ups and downs that Fang's friend group goes through in the game. They discuss their favorite gameplay mechanics, favorite characters, and the most shocking moments from their playthroughs. Episode Timecodes Winter Season Game Announcements ✦ 00:05:00Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:08:50Goodbye Volcano High Game Discussion ✦ 00:13:45Goodbye Volcano High Spoilers ✦ 01:13:00Game Ratings ✦ 01:23:45Kate & Emily's One More Thing ✦ 01:26:30Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:29:50 Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

"When I first moved into the old farm house after living in the city, I was surprised at how dark it got at night..." This is how the instruction manual for the game Bear in the Snow begins. This game, along with the album it accompanies, was created by Dan Goldberg, who performs and publishes his music under the name The Spookfish. Each of the ten levels of the game is played along to the music of one of the songs from the album of the same name, and draws on Dan's experiences living in a cabin in rural Northeastern United States. There are many haunting and beautiful moments, as well as many secrets to be uncovered, in Bear in the Snow. In the very first episode of No Small Games featuring a game developer, Kate and Emily chat in depth with Dan about his journey creating the game and learn how he went from zero game dev experience to publishing a ten-level game of his own design. Dan shares the heartfelt backstory behind his love of indie games and provides some insight into which games inspired him the most as he was creating Bear in the Snow. We hope you love this episode as much as we loved chatting with The Spookfish! Meet the Game Dev Dan Goldberg aka The Spookfish (he/him) @the_spookfish Dan is a musician and game developer who created Bear in the Snow, the album and accompanying indie game. You can read more about Dan's music in this feature from the New York Times. Play Bear in the Snow on Itch.io Find The Spookfish's music on the following platforms: Bandcamp  Spotify  Apple Music Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

It's time for yet another b-b-b-b-bonus episode!! Nintendo held their second Indie World Showcase of 2023 on November 14, featuring over a dozen announcements about new and upcoming indie games coming to the Switch. In this bonus episode, Kate and Emily discuss these updates, comparing which of the Switch releases they are most looking forward to and which trailers they found the most captivating. Did Emily correctly guess the games that Kate was most looking forward to? Did Kate identify the "Emily games" among the list of featured titles? Were there any immediate must haves that the two absolutely HAD to buy? Find out in this special bonus episode of No Small Games! Timecodes Looking for the hosts' reaction to a certain game announcement? Check the timecodes below: Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution - 00:05:20Core Keeper - 00:08:10On Your Tail - 00:09:45Howl - 00:12:35The Star Named EOS - 00:14:25Backpack Hero - 00:17:00Blade Chimera - 00:18:45A Highland Song - 00:20:20Moonstone Island  - 00:23:10Death Trick: Double Blind - 00:25:50Outer Wilds: Archaeologist Edition - 00:28:20Enjoy the Diner - 00:34:50Heavenly Bodies - 00:37:31The Gecko Gods - 00:37:50Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist - 00:38:50Urban Myth Dissolution Center - 00:40:35Braid: Anniversary Edition - 00:41:50 Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Will you take on the challenge of discovering the truth about the legendary Nikko, revitalize the Night Market an petting all of the cats? When Mineko and her dad move to a small island town in search of a new life and new opportunities, she has no idea how this town, her new friends, and a giant cat named Nikko will turn her life upside down. It's your task, as Mineko, to help revitalize the town's Night Market as you gain the resources and the knowledge to discovery the mystery of the legendary Nikko. Join Kate and Emily for episode 15 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the narrative-driven social sim game, Mineko's Night Market. In their review, the two compare and contrast their favorite farming and life sims, reminisce about their childhood rivals, and discuss the characters they were most tickled by in this cute and quirky game. Episode Timecodes Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:10:50Mineko's Night Market Game Discussion ✦ 00:15:00Game Ratings ✦ 01:05:00Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:10:10 Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

You're live on 189.16 - The Scream with Forrest Nash... and someone in town is hunting your listeners! The year is 1987 and Forrest Nash is clocking into his late-night radio slot in a sleepy town in middle America, not knowing what thrills and chills await him and his producer, Peggy. In Killer Frequency, you must use your role as radio DJ to take calls from your frightened callers who are fleeing a masked killer— the Whistling Man, and to hopefully help them escape! Luckily, the radio station is chock full of clues and helpful information that will enable you to solve the puzzles to each of their salvation, so long as you can find them. Join Kate and Emily for episode 14 of No Small Games, in which Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the mystery horror puzzle game, Killer Frequency. The two compare notes on the puzzles they solved, discuss their favorite radio station callers in the game, and share about their own real life experiences working for local radio! Episode Timecodes Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:13:12Killer Frequency Game Discussion ✦ 00:19:26Game Ratings ✦ 01:06:20Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:10:55 Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Serve up a piping hot cup of tea while your customers spill their tea to you... It's yet another a No Small Games double feature! This episode of No Small Games features a review of both games in the Coffee Talk series, in which you play as a barista at a late night coffee joint in alternate universe Seattle (yes, that Seattle), in which mythical creatures live a bustling modern life alongside humans. Get to know the intimate details of your customers lives as you craft beautiful beverages to soothe their souls. In the lucky 13th episode of No Small Games, special guest Sheila (aka Sheilur) joins Kate and Emily to review Coffee Talk and Coffee Talk 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly. The three discuss this fantastical, yet relatable world, their favorite characters, and of course, share their favorite hot beverages. The squad share their highlights, the challenges they faced, and good, chill vibes in this episode. Episode Timecodes Meet our Guest - Sheilur ✦ 00:00:35 Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:19:40 Coffee Talk Game Discussion ✦ 00:27:41 Coffee Talk Spoilers ✦ 00:52:45 Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly Game Discussion ✦ 01:13:06 Game Ratings ✦ 02:00:07 Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 02:11:07 Meet our Guest Sheilur aka Sheila (she/her) @sheilur Sheila is  an African French Canadian 20-something year-old content creator, Twitch partner and YouTube vlogger. She primarily streams indie games and co-working sessions on Twitch, and publishes lifestyle vlogs to YouTube. A soft-spoken streamer, she has created a relaxing and welcoming environment within her online communities. Follow Sheila on the following platforms: Twitch YouTube Twitter Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Food and cooking have the ability to connect us across generations, cultures and time itself. Who do you connect with through food? Follow the story of Venba and Paavalan, who leave their home in India to start a new life and new family in Canada. This game provides an intimate view into their lives, as they face the challenges of immigration, parenthood, and all of the nuances in between, Join Kate and Emily for the twelfth episode of No Small Games, Kate and Emily review their experiences playing the narrative cooking game Venba, by Visai Studios. The two discuss their relationship to cooking, family recipes, and their favorite moments from this phenomenally beautiful and thoughtful game. Episode Timecodes Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:10:50Venba Game Discussion ✦ 00:18:27Game Ratings ✦ 01:17:49Next Episode's Game Announcement ✦ 01:18:50Kate & Emily's One More Thing ✦ 01:21:49 Some cool things you should check out Venba Soundtrack - Tracks composed by Alpha SomethingMy Perfect Console - A fantastic video game podcast hosted by Simon Parkin of The New Yorker and The ObserverKagayaki (2014) by Masakatsu Takagi - Kate's latest musical obsession Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

What if the most important renewable resource in your society... was love? Lakeburg Legacies is a social-based village management game where resource generation and progress centers around your townsfolk and their relationships. Grow your town's population through your matchmaking prowess, optimize production with some clever career coaching, and put Lakeburg on the map! In the eleventh episode of No Small Games, special guest Marcy aka Marcylaycelle joins Kate and Emily to review Lakeburg Legacies, while they discuss their own personal gaming journeys and dating experiences in the process. The squad share their highlights, the challenges they faced, and oodles of friendship and laughs in this episode. Episode Timecodes Meet our Guest - MarcyLaycelle ✦ 00:00:45Weekly Boss Battles ✦ 00:19:35Lakeburg Legacies Game Discussion ✦ 00:30:20Next Episode's Game Announcement & Wrap up ✦ 01:49:00 Links to Check Out Moonlight Wreath on EtsyBlack Girl Gamers - Play or Pass Game: Vampire Survivors on SteamDocumentary: Coded Bias on Netflix Meet our Guest Marcy is a live streamer, content creator, and small business owner. Her streams are focused on mental-health, tarot, gaming, and makeup. She runs an Etsy shop, Moonlight Wreaths, selling beautiful, handcrafted wreaths and flower crowns of her own creation. In 2023, Marcy was also featured in the United States debut of Black Girl Gamers Play or Pass. Follow Marcy on the following platforms: TwitchEtsyTwitterYouTube Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/katerblossom Emily's Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/aSpecificEgg No Small Games Twitter ✦ https://twitter.com/NoSmallGames  No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com