Essential Experience is a podcast where we talk about gaming experiences that have shaped our tastes in video games by bringing forward new ideas to define (and redefine) entire genres. From retro relics that established a lasting style to indie icons that break new ground with unique ideas, we're here to explore what makes us enthusiasts fall in love with our favourite gaming experiences.
What makes Disco Elysium's narrative about substance abuse so compelling? KidVarg jumps on to give us the lowdown on Disco Elysium and the systems that tell an engaging story of an addict fighting relapse and trying to do his job without falling into old coping mechanisms.
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What has made the Pokemon franchise so dominant over the last 20 years? Why have mediocre RPG titles had a stranglehold on everyone? It's because Pokemon are cute, of course!
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