Special: PAX West 2025

Special: PAX West 2025

Author: Matt Storm and Gen Moonen September 12, 2025 Duration: 1:47:15

Geoff & Sarah Moonen discuss thier experience at PAX West 2025. The games they played, the cool gaming devices they saw, and the amazing people they had the opportunity to meet and connect with.

Sarah's Top 5 Games of PAX

  1. RollerGirl
  2. Bubsy 4D
  3. Bytebond
  4. Fresh Tracks
  5. Unsent

Geoff's Top 5 Games of PAX

  1. The Secret of Weepstone
  2. No Stone Unturned
  3. Blocks for Babies
  4. Fallen Tear: Ascension 
  5. Black Jacket

-Interview Timestamps Below

49:53 - Fresh Tracks (Buffalo Buffal) 

55:30 - Secret of Weepstone (Talesworth Game Studio & DreadXP)

1:01:06 - Starseeker Astroneer Expeditions (System Era Software & Devolver Digital)

1:06:33 - Embroideryvania (No Sequels Cooperative)

1:12:06 - No Stone Unturned (Wise Monkey Entertainment)

1:17:06 - David Brevik, President of Skystone Games

1:23:51 - Oink Games

1:30:40 - Letter Lost (FlatNine Games)

1:36:03 - Bubsy 4D (Fabraz & Atari)

1:42:07 - RollerGirl (Pushing Vertices)

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The "Fun" and Games Podcast is a conversation between hosts Matt Storm and Gen Moonen, built on a shared enthusiasm for play in all its forms. This isn't just a recap of the latest releases; it's a deeper dive into why games captivate us. Listeners will hear discussions that trace the evolution of gaming as an artistic medium, exploring how interactive experiences tell stories, build worlds, and connect people. The hosts frequently bring on guests from inside the industry and beyond, offering a wide range of perspectives on what makes games special. The dynamic between Matt and Gen drives the podcast, making each episode feel like a thoughtful chat between friends who happen to be deeply knowledgeable. Additionally, Matt Storm produces a companion minisode series called Side Quests, where each short episode features a different host passionately explaining a single game they love and the personal reasons behind that affection. It’s a show for anyone who has ever gotten lost in a game and wanted to understand the magic behind that feeling.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

"Fun" and Games Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Side Quests Episode 418: Guardian's Crusade with J (Baloo) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:32
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is video game fan and young man living in the town of Orgo, J (Baloo)! The game he is talking about today is Guardian's Crusade by Tamsoft. We have a Patreon! Gain access to ep…
Episode 202: Tactical Menuing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:56
Final Fantasy Tactics is back after almost thirty years with The Ivalice Chronicles, an enhanced release of one of the cornerstones of the Strategy RPG genre. Matt & Geoff are joined by Game Informer's Eric Van Allen to…
Side Quests Episode 415: Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain with Phil Morgan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:48
Side Quests is back and so is host Phil Morgan. He is a podcaster and newly turned vampire! The game he is talking about today is Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain by Silicon Knights and Crystal Dynamics! You can also listen to…
Side Quests Episode 414: Super Robot Wars 30 with Derek Van Dyke [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:06
Side Quests is back and so is host Derek Van Dyke. They are a streamer, podcaster and mecha pilot ready for action! The game they are talking about today is Super Robot Wars 30 by Bandai Namco Entertainment! You can also…
Episode 201: Mastering Community Management [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:04
Spaces for creators, fans, and community around games don't spring up out of nowhere. And if they're not maintained they can burn out or spin wildly out of control. Community management can be crucial in keeping everyone…
Side Quests Episode 413: Mad Dog McCree with Niema Moshiri [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:23
Side Quests is back and this episode's host is professor, computer scientist and notorious outlaw, Niema Moshiri! The game he is talking about today is Mad Dog McCree by American Laser Games! You can also find everything…
Side Quests Episode 412: Grandia II with Aaron Klaassen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:46
Side Quests is back and so is host Aaron Klaassen! He is a podcaster and Geohound! The game he is talking about today is Grandia II by Game Arts. You can also check out his podcast here! We have a Patreon! Gain access to…