Soul of a Gamer

About Soul of a Gamer

Hello Everybody! Soul of a Gamer Podcast is a game review podcast from the minds of two average gamers who work full time jobs and cuss a lot. Every week we review a game for you, the games we review are from every console and time period, and we always welcome request on our website www.soulofagamerpodcast.com. On the podcast we discuss other games we are playing, the making of the game, the best/worst parts (minor spoilers possible), review of first few hours, discuss achievements/badges/trophies, secrets and easter eggs, and give our reviews on a scale of 1-5 Souls.

Publisher

Scott Knell and Steven McGee

Category

leisure

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

13 Oct 2020

Latest episode

29 Sept 2025

Latest episodes

173 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2025

   Hot Takes 19: Microtransactions and AI Companions

   In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer podcast, Scott and his co-host dive into various topics surrounding gaming, including their thoughts on music licensing, unique game mechanics, and personal gaming experiences. They discuss the pros and cons of microtransactions, sharing their own experiences with spending in games. The conversation shifts to AI companions in gaming, exploring their effectiveness and how they can enhance or detract from the gaming experience. The hosts share their insights and humorous anecdotes, making for an engaging discussion for gamers.

2. 

   15 Sept 2025

   Hot Takes 18: Bad or Funny Dialogue / Discussion of Licensed Games

   In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer Podcast, Scott and Steven dive into various topics surrounding video games, including a recap of their previous game discussions, a hot take on the worst dialogue in games, and memorable quotes that have become iconic in gaming culture. They explore the impact of voice acting, the challenges of adapting licensed games, and the balance between humor and seriousness in game dialogue. The conversation also touches on the future of game adaptations and the potential for new IPs in gaming.

3. 

   2 Sept 2025

   Dying Light - Behind the Scenes and Game Review

   In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer podcast, Scott and Stephen discuss their experiences with the game Dying Light, exploring its unique mechanics, player choices, and the development process behind it. They delve into the survey results regarding player playstyles, the challenges faced during game design, and the cultural references and Easter eggs embedded within the game. The conversation culminates in their final thoughts and ratings, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of Dying Light.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

1,643

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

3.4 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

4.1 / 5

11 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 68 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

77

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

81

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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