Engage!: A Family Gaming Podcast

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The official family gaming podcast of EngagedFamilyGaming.com!

Episodes

  • Checking in On The Big 3 Consoles

    21/02/2024 Duration: 59min

    Show Notes! Good News! What We Played Stephen: Mario vs Donkey Kong Linda: Space Escape; Mole Rats in Space Jeffrey - Persona 3 Reload Jon : FF1 Pixel Remaster Amanda: Lil Guardsman Mom's Playlist 6 games for a group (up to 6 or more players) What is a party game: “Party games are games that encourage social interaction. They generally have easy setups and simple rules, and they can accommodate large groups of people and play in a short amount of time.” --BGG Tsuro; tile laying, 2-8 players 7 Wonders, card drafting and set collection, 2-7 players King of Tokyo push your luck, dice, 2-6 players Skyjo card game set collection, 2-8 players Monsdrawcity party game 3-8 players Green Team wins party, 3-12 Topic of the Show Check in on the three big Consoles. Switch 2 not coming until 2025 (reportedly) Xbox is sending 4 games multiplatform and Activision games are going to Game Pass PS5 entering the latter stage of its life cycle, no major existing titles until 2025 --- Send in a voice messa

  • Robocop is Not for the Kids - EFG Podcast

    24/01/2024 Duration: 01h07min

    This week the pals got together to talk about some great board games and the results of the Xbox Developer Direct! Good News! What We Played: Linda: Age of Wonders: Planet Fall Steve: Palworld Amanda: Baldur’s Gate 3 Jeff: Power Wash Simulator Jon: Robocop Mom’s Playlist! Blues busters: Game night themes Foodie Setting the Mood: choose a food from the game an feature it as part of the gathering ‌ Sushi Go (or any of the series) Hoagie Go Nuts for donuts Abandon All Artichokes Steam Up A Feast of DIm Sum Nature Setting the mood: Have a candle or diffuser burning/going that has an scent reminiscent of the outdoors ‌ Trails Planted Photosynthesis Planet (Blue Orange) Wingspan Evolution the Beginning Saving the world/succeeding together Setting the Mood: Soundtrack of suspenseful music ‌ Forbidden Island (or other of the series) The Crew Zombie Kids Last Defense Small world Pandemic ‌ Main Topic - Xbox Developer Showcase!⁠Xbox Developer_Direct: All the News and

  • The EFG Games of The Year

    18/12/2023 Duration: 59min

    The EFG Games of the Year!! Board Games Robot Quest Arena: Wise Wizard Games Casting Shadows: Unstable Games HerStory Honorable Mentions: The Fuzzies Video Games Cozy Game of the Year - Venba, Dave the Diver Rated M - Final Fantasy XVI, Resident Evil 4 Remake Rated T - Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Stray Gods, Octopath Traveler 2 Rated E 10+ - The Legend of Zelda: tears of the Kingdom, Fae Farm, Sea of Stars, Dredge Rated E - Super Mario Bros. Wonder --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedfamilygaming/message

  • Our Holiday Gift Guide Episode!

    06/12/2023 Duration: 59min

    “Digital Playgrounds: Our Kids and Video Games - https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/. We're also excited to share our brand-new digital magazine featuring our holiday gift guide and more! And for the DnD aficionados, you won't want to miss our DnD Liveplay at https://www.Engagedfamilygaming.com/cod.%22 Good News Games We’re Playing Mom’s Playlist Gift Guide Highlights LOTR Adventure Book Ravensburger: https://www.ravensburger.us/products/games/strategy-games/the-lord-of-the-rings-adventure-book-game-60002037/index.html 800 Pound Gorilla Dolphin Hat Games https://dolphinhat.com/product/800-pound-gorilla/ ‌ Casting Shadows U‌nstable Games https://www.unstablegames.com/collections/casting-shadows ‌ Pete the Cat: Terrific Taco Game Briarpatch (University Games) ‌ Flamecraft Lucky Duck Games, Cardboard Alchemy ‌ News/Topics https://engagedfamilygaming.com/parent-resources/holiday-gifts/the-official-engaged-family-gaming-holiday-gift-guide-video-games/ ‌ https:

  • Family Friendly Activision Franchises

    19/10/2023 Duration: 59min

    Join Steve, Linda, Jon, Jeff, and Amanda as they talk about the family friendly game franchises that Xbox can bring back now that they purchased Activision/Blizzard! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedfamilygaming/message

  • All About New York Toy Fair!

    04/10/2023 Duration: 01h08min

    This week Stephen, Linda, Amanda, Jon, and Jeffrey talk about a few video game tidbits before moving on to NYTF coverage! *** Amanda has authored an amazing book entitles Digital Playgrounds: Our Kids and Video Games, which you can find in the link in the description. https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/. We're also excited to share our brand-new magazine, prepping you for the ultimate gaming experience of 2023. And for the DnD aficionados, you won't want to miss our DnD Liveplay at https://www.Engagedfamilygaming.com/cod.%22 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedfamilygaming/message

  • Princess Peach in the Spotlight!

    20/09/2023 Duration: 01h05min

    Topics Nintendo Direct thoughts Princess Peach showtime! Paper Mario and the thousand year door!!!! F zero 99 Trombone champ Dave the diver Unicorn overlord PlayStation presents Spider-Man 2 details Final fantasy 7 rebirth release far 2/29/24 Avatar frontiers of Pandora - my mom wants to play so bad Xbox No. They aren’t going to buy Nintendo Srsly --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedfamilygaming/message

  • PlayStation Portal, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and more!

    06/09/2023 Duration: 01h04min

    Join Stephen, Linda, Jon, and Jeff as they talk about all things family gaming! Games we Played Sea of Stars - Xbox Game Pass Next Station-London Star Wars Jedi Survivor Starfield coming up soon Topics PlayStation Portal Super Mario Wonder Direct thoughts - Online play - Unified move set for all the different characters - Yoshi and Nibbet don’t take damage Animal Crossing Switch Lites - Pink Isabelle Edition is at Target - Blue Tommy Edition is at Walmart PS+ price increase No, for real. They're making a Rugrats game for the NES. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedfamilygaming/message

  • PlayNYC, Ponies, and Farewell to Charles!

    23/08/2023 Duration: 57min

    Steve, Linda, and Amanda have a cozy episode and talk about the latest in gaming events and news. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedfamilygaming/message

  • EFG Podcast Episode 300 March MadSNES!

    07/04/2023 Duration: 52min

    Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family. Introduction: We’re your hosts Stephen, Linda, Jon, Jeffrey. In each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 300! The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ We made a magazine! https://engagedfamilygaming.com/board-games/get-ready-for-the-best-gaming-experience-of-2022-with-our-free-digital-magazine/ DnD Liveplay! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPtfgkhbTs4&t=27s March MadSNES -  Lance Reddick RIP https://kotaku.com/lego-2k-drive-leaked-screenshots-racers-closed-beta-1850244609 https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/03/16/new-nintendo-switch-online-update-includes-kirbys-dream-land-2-burgertime-deluxe-and Board Game of the Week: Acquire 2023 Video Game of the Week: Octopath Traveler 2, Guilty Gea

  • EFG Podcast Episode 299 eSports goes to the Olympics!

    07/04/2023 Duration: 58min

    Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family. Introduction: We’re your hosts Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon, Jeffrey. Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 299! The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ We made a magazine! https://engagedfamilygaming.com/board-games/get-ready-for-the-best-gaming-experience-of-2022-with-our-free-digital-magazine/ DnD Liveplay! - exclusive Players Guide preview! - Coils of Destiny Player's Guide 1.0 eSports in the Olympics - https://olympics.com/en/esports/#get-in-the-game EVO 2023 - https://www.evo.gg/news/2023/2023-21-02-Evo-Announces-Eight-Game-Lineup/ Board Game of the Week: Acquire 2023 Video Game of the Week: Octopath Traveler 2, Guilty Gear Strive Kickstarters (if time) https://www.kickstarte

  • EFG Podcast Episode 298 Nintendo gets Metroid Primed!

    07/04/2023 Duration: 01h12min

    Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family. Introduction: We’re your hosts Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon, Jeffrey. Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 298! The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ We made a magazine! https://engagedfamilygaming.com/board-games/get-ready-for-the-best-gaming-experience-of-2022-with-our-free-digital-magazine/ Upcoming DnD live play`  Nintendo direct news:https://www.comingsoon.net/games/news/1266533-everything-announced-nintendo-direct-february-2023 Video game pricing Board Game of the Week: Marvel’s Age of Heroes Video Game of the Week: Metroid Prime Remastered, Gameboy games Kickstarters (if time) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/chadelkins/agueda-color-field-and-donut-shop?ref=67shcz https

  • EFG Podcast Episode 297 Playstation Plus Collection gets deleted

    07/04/2023 Duration: 59min

    Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family. Introduction: We’re your hosts Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon, Jeffrey. Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 297! Topic: How long is the right amount of time for a game to last? The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ We made a magazine! https://engagedfamilygaming.com/board-games/get-ready-for-the-best-gaming-experience-of-2022-with-our-free-digital-magazine/ OGL https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/02/01/the-playstation-plus-collection-disappears-in-may Board Game of the Week: Marvel’s Age of Heroes Video Game of the Week: HiFi Rush, Steamworld Build Thanks for listening to the Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. Follow us on Twitter at @EFGaming, @SDuetzmann, @Moms_stories, @AmandaFarough, and @t

  • EFG Podcast Episode 296 WWE 2K23 Is a blank cover?

    07/04/2023 Duration: 01h06min

    This week Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon, and Jeffrey are here to talk about all the big family gaming news! SOURCES Introduction Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family Introduction: We’re your hosts Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon, Jeffrey Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 296! The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/01/24/steamworld-build-is-a-city-builder-coming-to-consoles-and-pc-this-year https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/01/23/john-cena-main-events-wwe-2k23 https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nba-all-world-lets-you-build-the-nba-team-of-your-dreams/1100-6510784/ https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/01/20/marvels-avengers-development-ending https://ideafintl.com/dokapon-connect/ OGL 

  • EFG Podcast Episode 295 2023's most anticipated games!

    07/04/2023 Duration: 01h07min

    Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family. We’re your hosts Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon, & Jeffrey. Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 295! The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ Thanks for listening to the Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. Follow us on Twitter at @EFGaming, @SDuetzmann, @Moms_stories, @AmandaFarough, and @thatdeliveryman READ Amanda & Dr Rachels's book https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ We stream this podcast recording live on Twitch, YouTube, and on Facebook. You can listen to us on your favorite Podcast platform. Please subscribe and, if possible, review the show. Let us know what you think! You can DM us with questions or send them to editor@engagedfamilygaming.com Discord 

  • EFG Podcast Episode 294 Games of the year!

    06/04/2023 Duration: 01h17min

    Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family Introduction: We’re your hosts Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon, Jeffrey Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 294! The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ Games of the Year E: Disney Dreamlight Valley E10+: Kirby and the Forbidden Land T: Horizon: Forbidden West M: God of War: Raganrok (Manda's pick: Immortality) Just off the podium: Marvel Snap, Midnight Suns, Vampire Survivor, Live A Live Board Games of the year Planted Boop Flamecraft Just off the Podium: Chonky Donky Thanks for listening to the Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. Follow us on Twitter at @EFGaming, @SDuetzmann, @Moms_stories, @AmandaFarough, and @thatdeliveryman READ Amanda & Dr Rachels's

  • EFG Podcast Episode 293 Dragonflight, Beacon Pines, & The Jack Black Movie!!!

    05/12/2022 Duration: 56min

    Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family Introduction: We’re your hosts Stephen, Amanda, Linda, Jon Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! This is Episode 293! Games of the Week Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Boop - boop. – Tanuki Games (tanukigamesatx.com) Soccer Story World of Warcraft Dragonflight Beacon Pines Relevant Releases Video Game release calendar Just Dance 2023 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch) – November 22 Soccer Story (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – November 29 Front Mission 1st: Remake (Switch) – November 30 Gundam Evolution (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One) – November 30 The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/ Super Mario Bros Movie Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohJrpHUoZ10 Pokemon Sc

  • EFG Podcast Episode 292 Vampire Surviving Marvel Snap with Kratos

    18/11/2022 Duration: 01h08min

    This week Stephen, Amanda, and Jon are here to talk about The Game Awards, Vampire Survivors, God of War: Ragnarok (for the grown-ups), and some CIV 6 news! Games of the Week Vampire Survivors God of War Ragnarok Marvel SNAP Video Game release calendar Pentiment (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC) – November 15 (one for the grownups) Smurfs Kart (Switch) – November 15 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge (PlayStation 5) – November 15  – Read review Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales (PC) – November 18 Pokémon Scarlet (Switch) – November 18 Pokémon Violet (Switch) – November 18 Board Game Releases/Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kidstablebg/creature-comforts-maple-valley?ref=2q1rz1&fbclid=IwAR358E9R9RXAtSxFCk0BAYazRjpfSKr0HP9ND-1LvlWdmjk7Nv6lVtCu_70 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/flatoutgames/fit-to-print?ref=discovery_staff_picks_category_newest https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/palaeogames/dr-dhrolins-dictionary-of-dinosaurs The Big News! Amanda wrote a book! https:

  • EFG Podcast Episode 291 Stephen is getting older....

    18/11/2022 Duration: 01h07min

    (Sorry this episode is late. Forgot to upload-MBC) This week Stephen, Amanda, Linda, and Jon are to talk about A Winding Path, Stephen’s LARP adventures with his boys, and much more! Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board games you should play with your family. Each episode we’ll cover the biggest news in the gaming space that parents should know about! Games of the Week A Winding Path https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/a-winding-path-switch/ Potionomics (Voracious Games, pub XSEED - code provided) https://store.steampowered.com/app/1874490/Potionomics/ Alliance LARP NH Marvel Snap Video Game release calendar Return to Monkey Island (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S) – November 8  – Read review Sonic Frontiers (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – November 8 God of War Ragnarök (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4) – November 9 Vampire Survivors (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) – November 10 Atari 50: The Anniversary

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