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Are you on the hunt for the priceless artifact of Donkey Kong Universe chat? The resident archaeologists of DK Vine, the world's longest-running news and entertainment source for all things DKU, embark on a weekly podcast adventure! The Kongversation digs up yesterday's nostalgia while riding the rails of current events, discussing pulse-pounding topics pertaining to all things Donkey Kong Country and related properties: Banjo-Kazooie, Conker, Dinosaur Planet, Yooka-Laylee, Sea of Thieves, a ...
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A passionate take on all different video games from throughout multiple generations and consoles brought to you by a couple of buddies who just simply love video games! X (Twitter): @2bardsofgaming Instagram: @thebardsofgaming
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Geoff Moonen and Matt Storm chat about their love of games, the evolution of gaming as an artistic medium as well as sometimes bring on guests from within or even outside the industry to chat about gaming. Matt Storm also produces the minisode series called Side Quests. Every episode is a different host talking about a game they love and why they love it!
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A media retrospective podcast where we emphasize on discussing and learning about media that are either cult hits, underappreciated contemporary games, or older stuff that deserve a modern recontextualization. Despite having academic and literary pretensions this show aims to remain grounded in the humor and focus delivering good analysis with the level of enthusiasm of a drunk grad student running a discussion section. If this still sounds cool to you then congrats you are in main intersect ...
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Peter Thomas and Cody Haltom co-host an exciting adventure through the wonder and magic of video game music. From 8-bit classics through to modern, orchestral masterpieces, each episode is dedicated to a specific game, where we do a deep dive into what makes the music wonderful... or terrible! We share our fondest memories of our first encounters with the game, as well as some of our top tracks to jump start you into the marvelous world of video game music!
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Side Quests Episode 316: Donkey Kong 64 with Josh Covel
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Side Quests is back and so is host Josh Covel! He is a podcaster, streamer and member of the Kong Family! The game he is talking about today is Donkey Kong 64 by Rare and Nintendo. You can also find this host's podcast on twitter as well as check out his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads…
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Side Quests Episode 320: Sable with Jurge Cruz-Alvarez
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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, pr marketing manager and explorer of the ruined desert planet of Midden, Jurge Cruz-Alvarez! The game he is talking about today is Sable by Shedworks and Raw Fury. You can find this episode's host on twitter. Also you can find popagena here as well as his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gai…
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Hey everyone, welcome to another episode of my video game journal / game review podcast! This week I sat down alone to share my thoughts on the indie game "DYSMANTLE". There are some pretty hot takes in this episode so get ready. If you've played this game, I'd love to hear your thoughts! I always encourage you to leave your thoughts in the comment…
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Side Quests Episode 319: Dragon's Dogma II with Matt aka Stormageddon
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Side Quests is back and so is series creator, Matt aka Stormageddon! They are a podcaster, editor, producer and true ruler of Vermund! The game they are talking about today is Dragon's Dogma II by Capcom. You can find this episode's host on twitter and you can find everything they work on here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, …
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1227 - Sea of Thieves: Season Twelve
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Season of Thieves: Season 12 introduced new tools and mechanics, some a long time coming, that further evolved Rare's bestselling pirate adventure. However, as the gameplay possibilities expanded, the game's narrative integrity degraded. Welcome to the Sea of Thieves season where ghost parents used a magic sword off-screen to remember their daughte…
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Plenty of video games can be said to be best enjoyed as fresh experiences, with as little "spoiled" as possible. If so, how do you go about recommending a title if you're worried everything you say ruins a discovery? Matt & Geoff discuss tailoring how you review a game, and when spoiled details can still feel fresh. We have a Patreon! Gain access t…
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Side Quests Episode 318: Star Ocean: The Divine Force with Taylor Hicklen
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Side Quests is back and so is host Taylor Hicklen! He is a community manager, graphic designer, web designer, producer, writer, and reasonable young space merchant! The game he is talking about today is Star Ocean: The Divine Force by tri-Ace and Square Enix! You can also find Taylor's work here and here! We also have Patreon! We have some really c…
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Expresso the ostrich has never reached the stature of Rambi, Squawks, or Enguarde in the menagerie of Animal Buddies in the Donkey Kong series. But he's come close. And despite being mostly known for the original Donkey Kong Country, he's had one of the more diverse and storied careers out of not just the Buddies, but all DK characters! The Kongver…
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Hey everyone! Welcome to another episode of my game journal / review podcast, where this episode I sat down with another good buddy of mine to discuss "Tribes of Midgard". I don't have a lot to say about this episode here in the description, but I have a lot to say about it in the episode itself, so go give it a listen! If you like what you hear, I…
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Side Quests Episode 317: Banjo Tooie with Jiggylookback
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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster, video essayists, streamer and snarky bird in a backpack, Jiggylookback! The game he is talking about today is Banjo Tooie by Rare and Nintendo. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his YouTube channel here as well as his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access …
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The Donkey Kong Universe has been in a severe game drought since 2019, but it's been even longer if you've been counting since the last original, standalone Donkey Kong game (10 years) or the last Banjo-Kazooie title (16 years). How does a diehard fanatic of any or all of these franchises cope? Hyle is joined by Josh Wallen from off of the Geek Cri…
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A concert of video game music can remind why you love a game, or even pique new interest in different corners of a franchise. Matt, Geoff, & Sarah had the chance to enjoy the Sonic Symphony concert in NYC last month. They discuss their experience; each bringing wildly varying history with the Sonic franchise, music, and Sonic music. We have a Patre…
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Side Quests Episode 315: Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth with Matt Sowinski
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Side Quests is back and so is host Matt Sowinski! He is a podcaster, writer and yakuza desperately trying to do the right thing! The game he is talking about today is Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and Sega. You can find this episode's host on twitter or check out his podcast here and his writing here! We have a Patreon! Gai…
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1224 - Stinky Ape Summer 2024 Call Sack!
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We answer some of the calls we've received on the DK Vine Hotline (1-202-630-VINE) over the summer game announcement season concerning Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, Yooka-Replaylee, Super Mario Party Jamboree, and more!By www.DKVine.com
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Episode 21 - Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door
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Hey everyone, welcome to another episode of my game journal / review / discussion podcast! This week I sat down all by my exhausted, borderline hysterical lonesome to record what I at least believe to be a good ole time of an episode discussing the fantastic "Paper Mario The Thousand-Year Door". This episode also highlights the winner of my very fi…
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Side Quests Episode 314: Shinobi (2002) with Andre from Fine Time
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Side Quests is back and so is host Andre from Fine Time! He is a podcaster and was raised within the Oboro Clan! The game he is talking about today is Shinobi (2002) by Overworks and Sega. You can also find his podcast on Twitter and you can listen to it here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of r…
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Side Quests Episode 313: Resident Evil (1996) with Frank Dolce aka Nomad
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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and member of the elite task force S.T.A.R.S., Frank Dolce aka Nomad! The game he is talking about today is Resident Evil (1996) by Capcom. You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, ear…
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Celebrating 20 years, Rare's overlooked and underappreciated Game Boy Advance gem Sabre Wulf followed up Sabreman's revival in Banjo-Tooie with a sprawling, innovative adventure unlike anything else in the GBA library. Hyle is joined by gaming collector and handheld aficionado Freezer to discuss one of the DKU's more obscure branches!…
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During the fourth Console Generation, Sega released the Genesis, the CD, the 32X and the Nomad. Ambitious gaming devices full of fun but often forgotten titles. Matt & Geoff are joined by G to the Next Level to discuss the games, fond memories, highs, lows, and wild corners of Sega's 16-bit era. Check out this episode's guest on Twitch and YouTube!…
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We discuss the recent 30-second ad for the upcoming Donkey Kong Country expansion to Super Nintendo World!By www.DKVine.com
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1222 - Stinky Ape Summer 2024: Nintendo Direct
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Broadcast live earlier in the day on https://twitch.tv/dkvine, Hyle and Dustin discuss today's Nintendo Direct and the surprisingly logical decision it announced: the definitive version of Donkey Kong Country Returns!By www.DKVine.com
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Side Quests Episode 312: Final Fantasy Renaissance with Chris Coplien
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Side Quests is back and so is host Chris Coplien! He is a streamer, podcaster and Warrior of Light! The game he is talking about today is Final Fantasy Renaissance by Renaissance Games. Check out his podcast on Twitter and listen to the show here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episod…
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Side Quests Episode 311: Metroid: Other M with Edward Varnell
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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is writer, podcaster and member of the Galactic Federation 07th Platoon, Edward Varnell! The game he is talking about today is Metroid: Other M by Team Ninja and Nintendo! You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bo…
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This week I sat down with my buddy Parker to discuss the 2018 game of the year "God of War"! This was a blast of a conversation where we really shared a lot of love for this particular title. We really hope you enjoy this episode and us nerding out about this title for almost an hour and a half, and I'd love to hear your feedback! Leave a like, com…
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1221 - Stinky Ape Summer 2024: Playtonic
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Broadcast live earlier in the day on https://twitch.tv/dkvine, Hyle is joined by the Cartoon Gamer for a robust and lively chat on all things Yooka-Replaylee, Playtonic's recently announced enhanced remaster of the original Yooka-Laylee!By www.DKVine.com
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Side Quests Episode 310: RiffTrax: The Game with Paul Mattingly
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Side Quests is back and so is host Paul Mattingly! He is a podcaster, improviser and won't stop making comments during the movie! The game he is talking about today is RiffTrax: The Game by Wide Right Interactive. You can find this episode's host on twitter or on his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content,…
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1220 - Stinky Ape Summer 2024: Xbox Showcase
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Broadcast live earlier in the day on https://twitch.tv/dkvine, DK Vine discusses the 2024 Xbox Showcase! While lacking any grand Banjo-Kazooie revival announcement or even an update on Everwild, we did get the expected Sea of Thieves trailer... and the surprise trailer for another long-awaited Rare franchise reboot.…
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An ending is when we stop telling the story. If a game's main narrative continues after rolling credits the first time, then when is a game "finished"? Matt & Geoff discuss what qualifies as an ending, and what it means to reach an end with a game. We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episo…
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1219 - Stinky Ape Summer 2024 Kickoff!
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Broadcast live earlier in the day on https://twitch.tv/dkvine, DK Vine kicks off its Stinky Ape Summer by discussing what's possibly on deck concerning Rare and Donkey Kong in the upcoming game showcases from Xbox and Nintendo... and what was just revealed by Playtonic in the form of Yooka-Replaylee!…
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Side Quests Episode 309: FAR: Changing Tides with Andrew McMahon
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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is editor, writer and young boy with a big ship, Andrew McMahon! The game he is talking about today is FAR: Changing Tides by Okomotive and Frontier Foundry! You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, e…
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1218 - Diddy Kong Racing Spinoffs We Wanted (and Never Got)
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Diddy Kong Racing upended Donkey Kong Country fandom in 1997 by setting itself up as a backdoor pilot for Rare's Banjo-Kazooie and Conker franchises. This created a lot of expectations for the rest of the cast. Hyle and Jeff reflect on all of the Diddy Kong Racing spinoffs we wanted... and some that came close to existing!…
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Hey everyone! Welcome to yet another episode of my little passion project podcast, where this week I sat down with my good buddy Nick who you may remember from Episode #4, the Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time episode. Today we discussed the (in)famous, iconic, and extremely divisive title that is "Donkey Kong 64". We hope as always that you enjoy yo…
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Side Quests Episode 308: Asura's Wrath with Will Adeshina
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Side Quests is back and this episode's host is podcaster and demigod, Will Adeshina! The game he is talking about today is Asura's Wrath by CyberConnect2 and Capcom! You can find this episode's host on twitter. You can also find his work here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to episode shout outs, bonus content, early downloads of regular episodes, …
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