S1E3 - The Past, Present & Future of Licensed Games (Episode 3)

S1E3 - The Past, Present & Future of Licensed Games (Episode 3)

Author: Luke Lewis, Joseph Hooper & Jacob McCourt August 15, 2023 Duration: 1:14:53
Crossplay Conversations: A Video Game Podcast
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This week, the crew discusses all things licensed video games including their childhood favorites and anticipated upcoming titles! New episodes release every other Tuesday at 9am EST.

Find time stamps for this episode below:

  • 0:00 Intro
  • 1:40 Ice Breaker Question: What is the first game we remember beating as a kid?
  • 5:20 What do we think of when we hear the term licensed video game?
  • 8:44 Are licensed video games the “gateway drug” for children to get into gaming?
  • 16:55 What makes a good licensed game?
  • 21:24 What are examples of good and bad licensed video games?
  • 34:26 What contributed to the rise and fall of licensed video games?
  • 42:44 South Park: The Stick of Truth and other honorable mentions from our past.
  • 53:35 What is the future of licensed video games?
  • 1:06:42 What is your dream licensed game and developer collaboration?

Find us on Twitter for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos Joseph Hooper: @Th3HoopMan Jacob McCourt: @JacobMcCourt Luke Lewis:@lukewarmlewis

Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast: @PlayerPlayerPod Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast: @Cutscenes_Pod Left Behind Game Club: @LeftBehindClub Video Game Trivia: @VG_Trivia The LukeWarmGames Podcast: @lukewarmgames


Ever find yourself wanting to dissect the latest game release or industry news, only to be met with blank stares from friends? You’re not alone. Crossplay Conversations: A Video Game Podcast is that missing conversation, hosted by three friends who’ve been there. Luke Lewis, Joseph Hooper, and Jacob McCourt bring together over fifteen years of creating video game content, offering a space where enthusiasm meets experience. Every other week, they move between thoughtful analysis of gaming trends and relaxed, personal chats about the titles they love. It’s the balance of a deep-dive and a friendly chat, capturing both the significance and the sheer fun of the medium. This isn't about hot takes or rushed reviews; it's the sustained, nuanced discussion you've been looking for. Tune in to hear perspectives shaped by their individual projects-from LukeWarmGames to Player Player Podcast and Left Behind Game Club-all converging in one place. If you’re craving a regular, substantive dialogue about video games that feels like talking with well-informed pals, you’ve found your podcast.
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