Cubicorn Games Podcast

The Ravages Of Time 8-28-24

On this episode we share some struggles with our increasingly frail bodies, talk about getting involved with a new generation of players, and finish up with a few updates on Super Cucumber.

Opening/Personal Updates 00:00 - 08:18
Cucumber Updates 08:18 - 19:05
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 19:05 - End

A More Perfect Union 7-31-24

On this episode we have a few updates on our own game dev efforts, then cover the much-needed unionization efforts finally starting to get traction in the game industry at large.

Opening Chatter 00:00 - 05:15
Cucumber Updates 05:15 - 09:43
Unionization 09:43 - 23:07
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 23:07 - End

Pontificating About Platformers 7-17-24

On this episode we take a trip down memory lane with Donkey Kong Country, share our thoughts on a modern classic with Celeste, then check out an upcoming 3D platfomer by trying the Slime 64 demo.  

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 02:30
Donkey Kong Country 02:30 - 08:04
Celest 08:04 - 34:28
Brief Hades Tangent 34:28 - 36:13
Slime 64 36:13 - 53:34
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 53:34 - End

Return From Pennsylvania 7-3-24

On this episode we get back in the podcast saddle to go over our full experience from the show floor at Too Many Games, then have a few updates for what's next for us with Super Cucumber and beyond!

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 01:49
Too Many Games Thoughts 01:49 - 34:54
Cubicorn Updates/Closing Thoughts 34:54 - End

Game Pass Was a Mistake 5-15-24

On this episode we have a few updates on our game dev progress, then discuss the fallout of the recent layoffs at Xbox Game Studios.

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 01:45
Cucumber Updates 01:45 - 18:45
Xbox Sadness 18:45 - 33:52
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 33:52 - End

A Peek Behind Too Many Games 5-1-24

On this episode we sit down with Brandon Celentano from Too Many Games to discuss his experiences working at live game events, curating indie game showcases and so much more!

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 04:12
Convention Conversation 04:12 - 45:32
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 45:32 - End

How to Prepare for PAX 4-17-24

On this episode join us and our special guests from Daylight Basement Studio for an in-depth conversation on the planning, logistics and execution of showing an indie game at PAX East. 

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 04:12
PAX East: How to PAX Good 04:12 - 53:08
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 53:08 - End

Spring Forward to Summer Plans 4-3-24

On this episode, join us for a brief update on what we'll be up to game development wise for the next few months. 

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 02:10
Game Dev Plans 02:10 - 08:55
Cucumber Updates 08:55 - 23:17
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 23:17 - End

A Tale of Two TCGs 3-20-24

In this card centric episode, join us for a long-winded discussion on TCG design, how Disney Lorcana has squandered its potential in just three sets, and why Star Wars Unlimited seems to be off to a solid start. 

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 01:39
Cucumber Updates 01:39 - 05:09
Lorcana Bad 05:09 - 42:50
Star Wars Good 42:50 - 1:01:18
Wrap Up/Closing Thoughts 1:01:18 - End

Layoffs Will Continue Until Morale Improves 3-6-24

As we recover from a few weeks of light illness, we squeeze in a recording to provide a few game dev updates and discuss the latest bout of brutal industry layoffs. 

Intro/Opening 00:00 - 02:37
Cucumber Updates 02:37 - 12:43
More Industry Layoffs 12:43 - 27:04
Card Game Chatter/Closing Thoughts 27:04 - End