208: Phoenix Springs

208: Phoenix Springs

Author: Left Behind Game Club May 20, 2026 Duration: 1:00:16
We take a trip (in more ways than one!) to Phoenix Springs
Developer: Calligram Studio | Publisher: Calligram Studio | Initial Release: October 7, 2024



PLAYERS:

* Travis Colenutt (Bluesky)
* Katie Lesperance (Bluesky)

SHOW NOTES:

* 0:00 – Intro
* 02:20 – Fast Pitch
* 03:03 – Where we discovered Phoenix Springs
* 04:18 – Origin of Katie’s love of point and click adventure games
* 05:55 – Our playtime/Travis’ experience with point and click adventure games
* 10:02 – Story and gameplay setup
* 17:01 – Red herrings
* 18:04 – Difficulty
* 19:43 – Spoiler Wall / Continued discussion of some of the hardest puzzles
* 24:01 – Things are just weird
* 27:00 – Lynchian storytelling is not for Katie
* 34:09 – Visual style
* 39:38 – Story deep dive
* 48:36 – But what does it mean?
* 52:12 – Kudos to Calligram Studio
* 57:32 – Outro

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Ever find yourself wanting to talk about a game long after the credits roll, or maybe you just need a friendly crew to guide you through a classic you missed? That’s the exact feeling Left Behind Game Club: A Video Game Podcast captures. It’s less a formal review show and more like hanging out with a group of passionate friends who treat games like a great book club picks apart literature. The hosts-Jacob, Mike, Moe, Katie, Flora, and Travis-bring a mix of perspectives to each discussion, diving into titles both huge and obscure, from brand-new releases to forgotten gems. Their conversations are built on genuine enthusiasm, aiming to be informative and genuinely funny while maintaining a refreshingly positive space in the gaming world. After years of a regular schedule, this podcast now releases episodes on a more organic timeline, whenever the team has something meaningful to share about a particular game. The best way to jump in is simple: find an episode about a title you adore and give it a listen. You’ll get thoughtful analysis, personal stories, and the sense that you’re part of the club, all from a show that has evolved naturally over time without losing its core, conversational heart.
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