Join Brando Calrissian and his guests as they explore the impact of video games after the credits roll. Discussions could be deep rhetorical dives, or light, jokey banters about any game's experience. Often, we're lead somewhere in-between. Enjoy!
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In this episode of VOID ARCADE: The AfterGame Podcast, join Brando and Zach as they discuss their experiences through one of the world's most popular classic RPG's, KINGDOM HEARTS. Want to join in on the book club-esque gaming shenanigans? Be sure to play Kingdom Hearts 2 in time for the next episode 👀
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17 Dec 2025
014 Hollow Knight: Silksong - IT'S REAL.
‘VOID ARCADE: The AfterGame Podcast’ is back with Brando and Zach! This episode features a lengthy conversation about all of their thoughts encompassing the all-powerful, finally released Hollow Knight sequel: Silksong. They take a light dip into just about every aspect of the game, from its history through its combat mechanics. All the while, the two share their thoughts. Perhaps you had some similar inclinations as you played through the game yourself? Be sure to let us know!
By the nature of this “AfterGame” podcast, expect spoilers at any time without warning!
What games have you been playing lately? What do you think would make for a good “AfterGame” style podcast? Send your feedback! We’d love to know!
If you’re interested in the outline that served as our show notes, those can be found at www.TheNameBrand.co/podcast (http://www.TheNameBrand.co/podcast)
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25 Sept 2023
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch's Absolute Best Game
It's that time again. Join Brando, Zach, and Jackson as they discuss what will probably be 2023's game of the year--The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. This post-mortem discussion goes over the gameplay, narrative, and more surrounding the game. We hope you enjoy listening to it as you possibly reminisce about your own time in the game. Thank you for listening.
6 Jun 2023
Half-Life Alyx: The VR Masterpiece (ft. JmanJackson, Dan)
Join Brando and two new guests, Jackson and Dan, as they discuss one of VR's killer apps and best games of all time, Half-Life: Alyx. This postmortem discussion broadly covers many of the elements of the game including the complete narrative and gameplay mechanics. The game is reviewed and recommended in this episode, and plenty of interesting facts about the development of the game (from Geoff Keighley's Final Hours of Half-Life: Alyx) are shared. Plenty of jokes and laughs abound in this one. It's a great one, I hope you enjoy it!
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12 May 2023
Spider-Man Remastered - The Greatest Superhero Game (ft. Zach)
In this glorious episode of VOID ARCADE, join Zach and Brando on a journey to understand the great power and responsibility of Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered. You'll find some deep-cutting conversations about Spider-Man, courtesy of my local expert Zach, and you'll find some killer jokes and laughs. Hope you enjoy the ride as you experience this cabinet with us in the VOID ARCADE.
31 Mar 2023
Cyberpunk 2077 - A Flawed Masterpiece (Ft. Jorddagreatest)
In this meaty episode of VOID ARCADE, Brando is joined once again by the fantastic Jordan of Jorddagreatest fame, to discuss any and all aspects of Cyberpunk 2077. We hope you enjoy it.
25 Sept 2022
Hollow Knight - Silksong's Final Seal has Lifted (ft. ZachAdvanced, Casey)
Hollow Knight is a perfect masterpiece of an indie action platformer developed by Team Cherry. In this episode, we talk about the game, it's history, and why it is perhaps one of the best games of all time. Through our discussion, we hope you notice that it's an extraordinarily low price for such a dense, high value video game. Please go out and play it!
Shoutouts: Hollow Knight Lore - Mossbag (https://youtube.com/c/mossbaguette), Hollow Knight Challenges - Fireb0rn (https://youtube.com/c/fireb0rngg) , Zach - Twitter (//twitter.com/ZachAdvanced)/ Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/zach_advanced/?hl=en) , Brando - Twitter (//twitter.com/NoirBrand) , YouTube (https://YouTube.com/c/TheNameBrandOfficial)
10 Jun 2022
Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Let Him Eat Cake (ft. Jorddagreatest)
Kirby and the Forgotten Land is a really good game that deserves to be talked about! In this episode, Brando and Jordan explore just about every aspect of the game, its design, and why it's an easy recommend for anyone who plays Nintendo Switch.
LINKS:
Follow Jorddagreatest! -> Twitter (https://twitter.com/jorddagreatest), Itch.io (https://itch.io/profile/jorddagreatest), Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/user/JordMakesGames/)
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INSCRYPTION is perhaps the best roguelite deckbuilder to ever exist. In this episode, Brando and some boys take a deep dive into why that is, and why everyone should play it, while also just remarking on everything about the game that's really cool and very well done. BGM is from the game, and is by Jonah Senzel.
Links:
Sacrifices Must Be Made (Game Jam that inspired Inscryption) (https://dmullinsgames.itch.io/sacrifices-must-be-made)
Jorddagreatest's itch.io profile (https://itch.io/profile/jorddagreatest)
Brando's Socials (& the Discord) (https://TheNameBrand.ctcin.bio)
8 Feb 2022
Metroid Dread - 70% Better Gamer (ft. ChrizzSTAR)
Brando and Chrizz take a deep dive into Metroid Dread an incredible game with lots to offer. But is it reaching its true potential? How does it stack up in the genre it created? Should you play it? All this and more are discussed when you join us for this episode, of Void Arcade, where you may or may not become a 70% better gamer just for listening to it.
Shout outs:
Chrizz on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/ChrizzSTAR)
Brando on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/NoirBrand)
Void Arcade on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/TheVoidArcade)
21 Jan 2022
Destiny 2 - The Most Glorious FPS MMO (ft. Casey)
In this episode, Destiny 2 veteran Casey [Destiny 2 Expert w/ 5000 hours] and Brando [your host] talk about their experiences in the Destiny 2 universe... their adventures, thoughts, and memes are shared over the backdrop of the lovely Destiny 2 Soundtrack.
Article mentioned: 7 Years with Destiny (https://kotaku.com/seven-years-with-destiny-1847679379)
Casey's shout outs:
D2 News: Houndish (https://www.youtube.com/c/xHOUNDISHx), Aztecross (https://www.youtube.com/c/AztecrossGaming)
D2 Lore: My name is Byf (https://www.youtube.com/c/MynameisByf)
D2 Competitive PVP: Wallah (https://www.youtube.com/c/SayWallahBruh), CammyCakes (https://www.youtube.com/c/cammycakesgaming)
Destiny 2 LFG Discord (https://discord.gg/d2lfg)
Brando's Shoutouts:
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Void Arcade on Twitter (//twitter.com/thevoidarcade)
Brando on Twitter (//twitter.com/noirbrand)
Brando and the boys (Zach, Casey) talk about one of the most highly praised and well awarded games released in the last two years, HADES. They talk about the gameplay, narrative, and all things in-between in this excellent episode. Background music featured is from the game, by Darren Korb.
Episode Shout-outs:
Zach: https://twitter.com/ZachAdvanced (https://twitter.com/ZachAdvanced)
Casey: Anchor.fm/VoidArcade (https://anchor.fm/voidarcade)
9 Nov 2021
Nier Automata - Raise Up Your Homies (ft. Jackson)
In this meaty episode of Void Arcade, Join guest host Jackson [Local Yoko Taro Expert], and Brando [Die-Video Gamer-Man], as they dive deep into the narrative, themes, rhetoric, nuances, and meanings found within the critically acclaimed video game NIER AUTOMATA. We are accompanied by the games soundtrack in the background, done by the masterful Keiichi Okabe.
; Jackson's shoutouts -> Himself: https://www.instagram.com/xcoolguy69/ (https://www.instagram.com/xcoolguy69/) , Digital Artist: https://www.instagram.com/zach_advanced/ (https://www.instagram.com/zach_advanced/) , Cosplayer: https://www.instagram.com/pigtailspower/ (https://www.instagram.com/pigtailspower/) , Sketch Artist: https://www.instagram.com/moriah.e.davies/ (https://www.instagram.com/moriah.e.davies/) , Brando: https://youtube.com/TheNameBrandOfficial (https://youtube.com/TheNameBrandOfficial)
28 Sept 2021
Death Stranding - The 120 Hour Perspective
Brando takes a deep dive into Death Stranding and guides you through its plot, appeal, and more, as he relays why he's spent 120 hours in a crazy world that doesn't make much sense. His sultry voice is aided by the lovely background music of the game, made by Ludwig Forsell. Hope you enjoy. Get Show Updates: https://twitter.com/TheVoidArcade (https://twitter.com/TheVoidArcade) Follow Brando: https://twitter.com/NoirBrand (https://twitter.com/NoirBrand)
5 Jul 2021
Jedi Fallen Order - a Perfectly Expanded Universe (ft. ZachAdvanced)
Today in the VOID ARCADE, Brando discusses Jedi Fallen Order with Zach. They talk about the story, the game design, and how their overall experience was, all with some fun jokes along the way.
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3 Jul 2021
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