Bit Cast: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to Bit Cast. Every episode, Alex shares his views on the latest gaming trends; from music to graphics. Check out Bit Cast before you buy your next game and e-mail Alex with your comments and future show ideas!
Alex and Philip steal the Analysis Machine from Gamexplain to give it a better home and discuss the trailer to the long-awaited The World Ends With You sequel.
Ever want to be a cat and go to the circus while throwing explosive soccer balls at a car so you can save the fairies? Then Alex has a game for you.
Alex and Anthony look back at Nicktoons Unite and try to remember the first thing about it.
Alex reminisces on Sonic Colors and how people used to think it would save the Sonic series.
Finally, a Kingdom Hearts game just for Alex. Just him. Nobody else. Heh. Nobody. Bet that's a joke that's a Kingdom Hearts joke never been made before.
Ever wanted to design your own character and let them save a bunch of fox things? Of course you have, here's Drawn to Life.
Alex wakes up from a 100-year coma to react and speculate over the new Hyrule Warriors alongside Heffy.
Alex gets help from Altrix (nee Alfalfa) to discuss the sequel to Xenoblade and that Poppi is precious.
Alex looks back at Pokemon Snap and goes over potential ideas for New Pokemon Snap. But they're just theories. GAAAAAAAME THEEEEEOR-
Alex and Philip about Banjo, Donkey Kong, Mario, Yooka-Laylee and A Hat in Time and how each one helps or hurts the platformer genre's growth.
Alex talks about licensed games, what they are, why they're bad, except for when they're good.
Artist and cool girl Heffy shows up to gush about Wind Waker's artistic merits, while Alex occasionally gets flashbacks to things he read about the game.
Alex and Anthony decide to just chat about whatever game catches their attention. Today's docket: Smash Bros., Mario, Metal Gear and random PS1 RPGs.
Alex has played all the Paper Mario games. Anthony hasn't. What do they think of the new one?
With the definitive edition coming out, Alex takes a look back at Xenoblade and tries to give the game a fair overview. Was it that great?
Alex invites St. Swooper onto the show to compare and contrast Kingdom Hearts II and III. Warning: this episode contains opinions.
Tutty the Fruity joins the podcast to talk about the Mario movie from the 90's and associated trivia and opinions.
Animal Crossing? Final Fantasy? DOOM? No, we're gonna talk about ARMS, people still like that game, right?
Alex and Rice talk about Sonic '06, Shadow the Hedgehog and various other Sonic misfires.
Alex finally fulfills his destiny and finished Breath of the Wild. What does he think now?
Alex looks back on an old tribute to Mario and Sonic and how it's still in his mind even to this day. Aged like a mostly fine wine.
Alex finally talks about Kid Icarus: Uprising and how good it is, with Minute Rice. Sorry to keep you waiting.
Alex's friend, Other Alex doesn't like Undertale. Except when she does. Our host decides to get to the bottom of this.
It's no secret that Smash Bros. has a unique fanbase. Alex invites Alfalfa the Roach back so they can talk about this.
Alex spent his Valentine's Day watching Sonic the Hedgehog on the big screen. Here's what he thought.
Alex and Anthony take another visit to the world of creepypastas and happen upon Ihsoy. Hopefully they don't get killed and replaced with Xela and Ynohtna.
Alex finally talks about Kirby Super Star in depth and how it influenced the future of the Kirby series. Just as the title suggests.
Some days you just want to be crowned without dying along the way. Such is the life of Princess Elodie, as Alex and BlastBB discuss.
With a remake on the way, Alex takes a look back at Pokemon's most successful spinoff. Was it ever that good?
Alex tells you what he thinks of Pokemon Shield, removed from all the politics going into the game.
Third time's the charm. Except the first two were also good. But you couldn't slam ghosts before, so there's that.
Alex looks back on the most memorable and influential games he's played for the last ten years. What else did you expect from the title?
Alex and Rice keep talking about Fire Emblem while drinking tea (and mineral water). They were drawn into the conversation, ensuring a Charm+1 for both of them.
Alex invites Minute Rice back to the show to discuss Fire Emblem over tea. The conversation is sure to get lively.
Alex discusses what he thinks Super Mario Galaxy 2 did for the entire Mario series for the better part of a decade.
Alex and friends discuss who would win: the leader of the Phantom Thieves? Or an angry ogre? (Happy Thanksgiving, by the way.)
Alex and Anthony reread some of their old fanfics to prove that they're not above mocking themselves. (Trauma Center, Drawn to Life, Twilight Princess)
Alex regales his brother with the story of a fake college student playing a fake Mario game and making fake assumptions. AND BLOOD.
What is a Castlevania? Alex brings a guest who can help explain it to him, and also talk about how Dracula is innocent, and the structural properties that chicken can provide.
Alex reveals an arcade game's dark secrets and gets abducted by the FBI. Or has his soul taken. Whichever's scarier for you.
(Blood/mild gore mentions) Spend 45 minutes hearing a dramatic reading of Sonic.exe in all its hyper-realistic glory, with the sounds of that one podcast guy who thinks he's funny.
After gushing over the characters, Alex and Philip talk about why Edelgard was right, but also kind of a bonehead sometimes.
Instead of talking about Three Houses, Alex and recurring guest Philip talk about how they like all the characters in the game instead.
Team, unite up! Listen to Wonder Podcaster as he talks about drawing weapons to slam giant aliens into paste in Nintendo and Platinum's forgotten gem!
The 100th Bit Cast! Alex and his guest talk about Chrono Trigger and how the story makes good use of its setting.
Why talk about the newest Fire Emblem when you can talk about a really old, hard to find one? Alex, Metallover Ben and Minute Rice discuss the origin of Ike.
Video games are too violent? Nonsense. Now here's a game about punching people professionally.
Alex invites Philip (Octopath Traveler, Mother 3) back to the show to talk about one of the most passionate Square-Enix games they've played.
It's Alex's birthday, so he and his brother talk about their all-time favorite video game and steer the conversation all Rogueport.
Alex guides you through Asymmetric's journey to the wild west, where stick figures and evil cows roam the landscape.
Alex and his brother talk about Final Fantasy, Gunstar Heroes and Lani Minella while talking about Cuphead.
Alex discovers that Gruntilda is the best Banjo character, while Henry tries to make a case for Tooie being the better game.
Hop into the backpack while Alex and Henry gush over Banjo-Kazooie, but mainly in regards to Gruntilda.
Alex and Lace pair up to talk about the new Fire Emblem and decide which of the three houses best suits them.
Alex pretends to pay attention to Microsoft, Square-Enix, Ubisoft and the rest before talking about Nintendo like always.
Alex finally comes back to Bayonetta 2 after beating the first game. He didn't like the high-octane craziness before, but what does he have to say now?
Alex recalls the game where Roxas' life turns into a soap opera with ice cream. Guest starring Alfalfa the Roach from the Alfalfa May Cry series.
Alex pairs up with Metallover Ben, author of Invisible Ties, to talk about their experiences with Fire Emblem's breakthrough hit.
Alex didn't play this game. But Alex did! A doppelganger gets invited onto the show to gush over a uniquely insane puzzle game.
Going into April, Alex and Philip finally finish talking about Mother 3. To be fair, there was a lot to unpack in the final chapter alone.
Alex and Philip are still going on about Mother 3. Now they're talking about Chapters 4-7 of the game. How has Tazmily Village changed in three years?
Alex and Philip talk about the first three chapters of Mother 3 in an unintentionally three-part episode. They just have a lot to unpack.
We've waited 13 (actually 6) years for this. Henry rejoins Alex to debrief the long-awaited game.
Alex revisits the Mario & Luigi series to say why Bowser's Inside Story had a better remake and how Nintendo skipped Partners in Time.
Can Alex learn why people love this game so dearly? Returning guest Connor will do his best to explain.
Alex takes you back to an earlier era of Rayman's career with his favorite Rayman game (by default).
Alex liked Sonic Forces, but didn't love it. Alfalfa the Roach returns because he did love it.
Philip continues to regale Alex with his Octopath opinions; containing Tressa appreciation, the "First Dragon" button, and impromptu a capella.
Alex uses his Path Action to invite Philip onto the show for Octopath water cooler talk, getting everything they want to say out into the open.
Special Guest VN Writer "Alfalfa the Roach" scuttles onto the show to help Alex talk about Night in the Woods and its colorful characters.
Remember that time Wario was in a beat-em-up on Nintendo Gamecube? Alex sure does, and now he's going to tell everyone.
Alex randomly encounters Toby Fox's sequel to Undertale! Except it's not really a sequel? What's going on?
Alex invites his brother over so they can talk about Piranha Plant and also non-Piranha Plant things in Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Alex calls in his brother to discuss Frank West's adventures in mall zombie killing. After all, Anthony has covered Dead Rising, you know.
Not having played enough spooky games, Alex turns to the Slender Man for assistance in his darkest hour.
Right after going all-in on Ocarina of Time, Alex turns to Majora's Mask and gives it the same treatment. Because it'sspoooooky.
Happy 50 episodes! In celebration, Alex and Anthony discuss all things Ocarina of Time. Does it hold up? Favorite temples? The Running Man's backstory? All here.
All aboard the Arctic Express while Alex describes A Hat in Time's DLC. Does it look good or do Gears For Breakfast have a Death Wish?
Want to play lightning fast minigames that range from everyday activities to surreal situations to classic Nintendo references? You're in luck- Warioware is the series for you.
A series that refuses to be labeled by any genre, Alex talks about Wario and his crazy minigame collections.
Time for a Kirby history lesson, now that Daroach, Adeleine and Dark Meta Knight have joined Kirby Star Allies.
In the wake of Luigi's passing, Alex describes the vampire killers, Echo Fighters and evil king who all joined Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Alex invites Henry's dog (and Henry himself) to react to Smash Bros. Ultimate some more, now that it's been known for a while.
Alex and Henry celebrate their birthdays by talking about one of their favorite games and soundtracks.
Alex tries an RPG that throws back to the SNES days but keeps things fresh. And he doesn't totally fanboy over the game he's barely played. That's silly. Don't be silly. This is the most professional podcast ever.
Alex is joined by two of his confidants while they social link together over what they liked and disliked in Persona 5.
Imagine a game where you, your friends, your favorite TV characters, random game characters, and more all live together on an island. Alex pitches Tomodachi Life for 3DS.
Alex's brother returns to pine for Waluigi, defy Kraid, look at Greninja's amiibo, and discuss the Smash Bros. Ultimate reveal.
A new Smash Bros. game is announced and everyone is invited! Alex sits down and gives his fresh thoughts after the game's first day in the public eye.
The boys talk about what they want, and what they DON'T want to see in the new Smash Bros.
Alex and Henry talk about (almost) every Zelda game, because there's never a wrong time to reminisce about a favorite video game series.
Kirby's at it again, and Alex decides to talk about a game involving friendship... without any of his friends around.
With Kingdom Hearts III on the way, Alex and Henry decide to think twice about what they want in the game.
On the eve of Donkey Kong's latest adventure, Alex takes it to the fridge. Also Funky Kong is there.
Did the second visit to the Alola region measure up to the first? Alex gives his thoughts after stalling for 21 episodes.
The sun rises in the land of Nippon. Again. This time in HD. Again. Come and listen as Alex tries to sell you on this game.
With Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes on the close horizon, Alex decides to showcase Travis Touchdown's past adventures.
Was Subspace Emissary, the Adventure Mode in Smash Bros. Brawl, really that bad? Alex looks back on the game and weighs in.
Alex comes back from a month of discovering a Visual Novel murder mystery series that ISN'T Ace Attorney.
Henry the Guest returns to educate Alex on the wonders of Nintendo's mobile game- Fire Emblem Heroes.
Nintendo announced a new Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo Switch! Alex talks about his thoughts and feelings on the matter, hot off the initial reaction.
In the wake of Metal Gear Survive, Alex remembers Konami's fallout with Hideo Kojima and then compares the rest of the series to Metal Gear Survive.
In a modern age, one indie platformer dares to be great. And succeeds. Now Alex can gush about it.
Can Alex's brother prove to him that Breath of the Wild deserves its hype? Can Alex convince him that the game was a letdown? Or can they find a middle ground?
Alex summarizes Team Salvato's horror-genre visual novel and the effects it had on him.
It was getting an episode sooner or later. Alex brings Henry the Guest back so they can both talk about Undertale and its impact.
Alex invites Henry the Guest to talk about a Survival-Horror game for the Playstation 4.
A look at Yoko Shimomura and a series of RPGs starring everyone's favorite plumber brothers.