Puro Ka Laro! Podcast

Recorded: 01 Feb 2021 Published: 05 Feb 2021 Part 2 of The Exclusivity Problem: Does this spell the end for console gaming? [Episode 93] If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 15 Jan 2022 Published: 22 Jan 2022 Duh?! It's the New Year! Catching up to news from December 2021 up to January 2022 If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 15 Nov 2021 Published: 19 Nov 2021 Do you play exclusively on your chosen console because of the games or because of the system? Jaemi and Vivz discuss exclusivity in consoles and do you believe exclusivity will be the end of console gaming? If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 06 Nov 2021 Published: 10 Nov 2021 What is Project Xandata?  What inspired them to make the first Filipino FPS?  What are the challenges? Listen to Jaemi talk to Secret 6's Jem Bernaldez (3D Creative Lead) and Jeff Jadulco (Server Engineer) about the First Filipino, Multiplayer 3v3 First-Person Shooter (FPS) Project Xandata. If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 16 Oct 2021 Published: 20 Oct 2021 We talk to Togueman a Rainbow Six: Siege streamer and Tiktok creator about R6's past present and future. Links: Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/toguemangaming Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@togueman Twitch | https://www.twitch.tv/togueman If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 05 Oct 2021 Published: 13 Oct 2021 Jaemi and Vivz checked out the games featured on Tokyo Gameshow. If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 26 Sep 2021 Published: 29 Sep 2021 Jaemi and Vivz checked out the games featured on Nintendo Direct. If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 14 Sep 2021 Published: 17 Sep 2021 Jaemi and Vivz checked out the games featured on Sony's Playstation Showcase. If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 04 Sep 2021 Published: 09 Sep 2021 We delve into the darkness of the mind of Kenneth to know more about his journey through the abyss of game development emerging into the light with the game Nyctophobia: Devil Unleashed. Links: Game | Nyctophobia: Devil Unleashed https://store.steampowered.com/app/1672840/Nyctophobia_Devil_Unleashed/ Game | Triple Hell https://kenethdev.itch.io/triple-hell Facebook | Solitary Games https://www.facebook.com/SolitaryGames If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 29 Aug 2021 Published: 01 Sep 2021 In today's episode, we do a quick rundown of games released at GamesCom. If you like this episode, please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it, or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 25 Aug 2021 Published: 27 Aug 2021 Are you an aspiring Indie Game Developer? Do you have a prototype, but you have no idea how to move forward? Wish you have experienced programmers to help you improve your game? Today we talk to the people behind Project PIGI (Philippine Indie Games Initiative), a collaboration of three established independent game studios in the Philippines: Ranida Games, Squeaky Wheel, and Yangyang Mobile. Their project aims to bridge the divide between Philippine game developers and publishers to stimulate the creation of new IPs and get a chance to showcase their games to local and international viewers. If you like this episode please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU Update Description

Recorded: 14 Aug 2021 Published: 18 Aug 2021 Today we discuss a storm that is rocking one of the biggest studios in the gaming industry, the lawsuit against Blizzard Entertainment.  Which is accused of being a "breeding ground for harassment and discrimination against women." If you like this episode please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 07 Aug 2021 Published: 11 Aug 2021 We go down memory lane and reveal the games that we regret buying. If you like this episode please consider writing a review if your podcast player allows it or you can support the podcast via these links: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 24 Jul 2021 Published: 28 Jul 2021 Welcome to the 1st episode of Year 4! New Music, New Cover, New Year, New Place To start the new season, we discuss how we think eSports should progress to be successful. The best way to grow any sport is to start with amateur competitions and go PRO. Support The Podcast: Humble Bundle | https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=purokalaro Play-Asia | https://www.play-asia.com/?tagid=4654865 Intro: Yes We Can by T-Pain | https://soundcloud.com/user-947506435/yes-we-can Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar | https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 17 Jul 2021 Published: 21 Jul 2021 For our final episode of Year 3, we talk to Andreas and Zain. Founders of VirtualSEA, a website dedicated to games from indie developers across Southeast Asia. All about the state of game development in a region not known for game development; and what is needed to break out into the global market. LINKS: Virtual SEA | Games from Southeast Asia https://virtualseasia.com/ Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 10 Jul 2021 Published: 14 Jul 2021 Today we give our take on this trend, how it has taken Filipino gamers by storm and how it can affect the future of Filipino video games. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 3 Jul 2021 Published: 7 Jul 2021 Today's guest is Ryan Sumo, co-founder of Squeaky Wheel. We talk more about how the game industry works, his experiences in game development and publishing. And also, details about Steam that few people are aware of. MARKERS: 0:01:54 - Ryan Sumo's journey from freelance artist to a game developer. 0:16:22 - Who decides to put microtransactions in a game? 0:21:20 - What is the advantage of a Solo Developer versus a Team? 0:26:24 - What is your experience in Game Publishing (Ruinarch)? 0:33:57 - How does one convince investors to invest in the video game industry? 0:41:43 - Ryan's thoughts on why there are few game studios in the PH 0:44:09 - How hard is it to market a game? 0:49:16 - Steam details any developer should know 0:59:07 - Soft Launch of Industry Initiative. LINKS: Academia: School Simulator | Squeaky Wheel Studio Inc https://store.steampowered.com/app/672630/Academia__School_Simulator/ Ruinarch | Maccima Games / Squeaky Wheel Studio Inc. https://store.steampowered.com/app/909320/Ruinarch/ Ryan Sumo | Blog https://www.gamasutra.com/blogs/RyanSumo/933395/ Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 26 Jun 2021 Published: 30 Jun 2021 We start this episode with Marnel interviewing Jaemi and Vivz about how PKL began. Wait. What? We talked to our guests Marnel and Niel of the studio formerly known as Squeaky Wheel Studio and Juls of GameDevPH about their experiences in the game dev industry. CHAPTERS: 0:03:08 - Kami ang guest? 0:09:13 - Squeaky Wheel 0:11:27 - Origin Stories (and in recording hiring?) 0:26:38 - What's needed in PH Game Development 0:31:58 - The Crunch 0:43:03 - Alpha, Beta, Early Access 0:56:12 - Negative Game Reviews 1:09:56 - Monetization Models 1:20:08 - New Game / New Studio LINKS: Marnielle Lloyd Estrada Blog | https://coffeebraingames.wordpress.com/ Neil Mark Corre Twitch [Neil Creates] | https://www.twitch.tv/neilcreates/ Academia School Simulator | Squeaky Wheel Studio https://store.steampowered.com/app/672630/Academia__School_Simulator/ GameDevPH | Discord Channel https://discord.gg/cFBSw79 ***audio issues at 0:04:01-0:05:11 / 0:58:01-0:59:24 Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 19 Jun 2021 Published: 23 Jun 2021 Jaemi and Vivz talk about the games that came out of E3 2021 and did Kojima make a new game? 0:00:43 - E3 Announced Games 0:42:02 - Kojima Conspiracy 0:49:47 - Crotch Streaming 1:03:02 - AMPLFY 300 Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 12 Jun 2021 Published: 16 Jun 2021 On our Independence Day episode, we discuss a little bit of the Netflix show TRESE. Well mostly TRESE ... but we also talked about Summer of Games (starting at 0:54:10). The games we talked about are Elden Ring, Tiny Tina's Wonderland, WitcherCon, and more. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 07 Jun 2021 Published: 09 Jun 2021 In this episode, we just want to look into developer issues and give our take on the question... Why are Filipino-made games not as recognized/supported in the Philippines? Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 29 May 2021 Published: 02 Jun 2021 Are you a SIMP? What is SIMPing? Is it really bad? In this episode, Jaemi and Vivz get to the bottom of what SIMP really means. Also in this episode, we talk about HotTub Twitch Streaming and Final Fantasy 15. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 22 May 2021 Published: 26 May 2021 LISTEN as Jaemi and Vivs interview Tier One Entertainment's Director of Southeast Asia Expansion, Jaba Orellana, about Tier One's new content creator program, the AMPLFY Academy. We went to find out what the program is all about, who can benefit from it and we even got a few exclusive and top-secret details about the program. Click here to register with AMPLFY Academy http://bit.ly/AMPLFYAcademy Check them out on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GETAMPLFYED Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 9 May 2021 Published: 12 May 2021 News Rundown What's new in Riot? The meta of new characters competitive games. Sony Entertainment WoW Classic: Burning Crusade and MMOs should die The Next Stage of Entertainment - Video Game Movies Perception of "Gamer" then and now PS5 Game Exclusive: To Buy or Not To Buy? Scalpers & Cryptocurrency the bane of PC GPU How does one become a tester? more 0:47:53 The MMO genre should die 1:06:15 Jaemi TRGGRD - PS5 Exclusive Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 1 May 2021 Published: 5 May 2021 Jaemi and Vivz tackle the homophobic comments towards Blacklist's captain Ohmyv33nus and the toxicity of a game community to the LGBTQ+ community. How does a game community become toxic? 0:31: 21 Earning from Toxicity 0:58:10 When is "Trash Talk" ok? Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 23 Apr 2021 Published: 28 Apr 2021 Dexty, a longtime friend of the show is back in today's episode. We catch up with his duties and the people inside Payamansion. From food, damage control, quality control, and other stuff. 0:33:32 How does one do damage control? 0:57:39 Dexty's skincare routine! Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar 

Recorded: 17 Apr 2021 Published: 21 Apr 2021 Along with the latest gaming news we talk about the concerning increase of streamers endorsing online betting sites.  0:29:03 Streamers Promoting Online Betting 1:01:16 Papansin ang mga Streamers Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar 

Recorded: 27 Mar 2021 Published: 31 Mar 2021 We interview one-man developer, Chris in his upcoming game The Plague. An indie horror IP with the dream of going toe to toe with triple-A giants like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. Join us as we delve into the dark world of The Plague and get into the head of its developer and how he made this Filipino indie title. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 20 Mar 2021 Published: 24 Mar 2021 THE CROSSOVER EVENT of 2021! Jaemi and Vivz joined by Jhaz of The Gamesilog Show discuss and reflect on what games they've played that saved or changed their lives. Highlights: 07:57 - Games Saves Lives 34:54 - Fatal Frame Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 13 Mar 2021 Published: 17 Mar 2021 Continuing from last week's episode. We now discuss the most memorable and hardest Boss fights in Role Playing Games. Highlights: 04:03 - Quick Save, Save File 1, Save File 2 22:26 - The Joker 46:01 - World of Warcraft Raiding 57:42 - Vivz' Time to Shine Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 6 Mar 2021 Published: 10 Mar 2021 You've played RPGs most of your gaming life. You know what you want and don't want in an RPG. If allowed to create your own Role Playing Game, what systems and tropes would you include to create your perfect Role Playing Game? Highlights: 01:33 - TRGGRD by Cheating in Battlefield V 20:36 - What makes the perfect RPG? 38:13 - JRPG vs Western RPG 1:06:57 - JRPG Character Tropes Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 20 Feb 2021 Published: 24 Feb 2021 Nintendo Direct and Blizzconline just happened and we discuss the games that Blizzard announced. Nintendo Direct? ... uh ... We also got sidetracked about the PS5's pre-order blues, uh, and other stuff. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 13 Feb 2021 Published: 17 Feb 2021 In today's episode, the team discusses this week's gaming news. Some of the topics discussed are... CD Projekt RED Hacked Chinese New Year Sales IKEA Gaming Chair and RGB stuff Pedro Pascal as Joel in The Last of Us Riot Games CEO sued for sexual harassment Losers bracket: Simping and Bullying Side Quests within a Side Quests and more... Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 5 Feb 2021 Published: 10 Feb 2021 Listen to the team discuss why there are very few games that the main focus of their plot is a love story. It's mostly adventure stories, just gameplay, or "the power of friendship". Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 29 Jan 2021 Published: 3 Feb 2021 We talk to the guys behind the LAGIM Card Game. How they designed it, what inspired them and WHY ARE WE RECORDING THIS ON A FULL MOON? Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 22 Jan 2021 Published: 27 Jan 2021 As an adult, do you still have the time or energy to play video games? In this episode, Jaemi and Vivz, joined by Luciel, talks about the realities and struggles of playing video games when you've reach adult life. Reminisce with us in our ride into the life of a gamer in the late 80s, retro games, and what is given up or lost when you enter adulting mode. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 15 Jan 2021 Published: 22 Jan 2021 Jaemi is back in action along with Vivz and John. We start this trilogy of topics with a quick look at the year that was 2020. Build up to an in-depth look at Cyberpunk 2077. What it is. What we think what happened. What was missing? Then to finish off the episode, we talk about Mika Daime. Was that a proper apology? Or could she have done better? Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 10 Jan 2021 Published: 15 Jan 2021 We talk to Doug Chin-Lee of Certified Sports Guarantee (http://csgcards.com/) and talk about card grading and collectibles. How much a certified card is on the market and the process behind certifying a collectible. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 29 Nov 2020 Published: 5 Dec 2020 This is an episode of really Bad Arguments! A negative comment is said against "Madam's" content. Is the comment justified? Is Madam and Ate K's response right? Do you agree with the commenter? Would you say it differently? Would you respond the same way? Thank You for Philippine Podcast Directory Nomination for Podcast of the Year! Humbled and Thankful Our commentary on The Game Awards Nominations. Do you agree with our winners? Who do you think will win? Leave a review on your thoughts Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 15 Oct 2020 Published: 19 Oct 2020 Did Mika Daime cheat?  Do you believe that she cheated? Is the accusation based on sound reasoning?   Listen to Jaemi and Vivz discuss the accusation leveled against Miko, who allegedly cheated on Valorant. And the community and industry response to this issue. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 26 Aug 2020 Published: 28 Aug 2020 Is giving in to the hype a bad thing? Is there really a console war? Isn't there someone among us that will bring the audience together? Jaemi and Vivz, after more than a month, review the news and events that affect the global and local gaming spheres. We touch on Playstation Showcase, Playstation 5, Console Wars, Among Us, and more. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 02 Aug 2020 Published: 05 Aug 2020 Jaemi, Rainier talk to Tony, Noah of Quickfire Labs about Chronoshot a free-to-play score-driven sci-fi arena shooting game, with specialized time mechanics. Know more about Quickfire Labs and their game Chronoshot. What inspirations they tapped into to make this. What features they plan to add. Check out Chronoshot here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326700/CHRONOSHOT/ Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: 01 Aug 2020 Published: 03 Aug 2020 Jaemi talks to Jem, Nicole, Rouie, & Sarah about their experiences with working with AAA studios on titles such as Just Cause 4 & Tomb Raider. Secret 6 is a veteran game development studio based in San Francisco, the Philippines, and Madrid. They specialize in 3D art for AAA titles, 2D art, and full game production across all platforms. Inay artwork: Liga Ni Likeman https://www.facebook.com/LigaNiLikeman/ Intro: Wolf - Upbeat 8-bit Electronic by Jer https://youtu.be/Ahfu1E_BBSI Outro: Daystar - Celery in a carrot field by 샛별 Daystar https://youtu.be/FqI9cM6fczU

Recorded: June 27, 2020 Aired: June 29, 2020 Jaemi, Vivs, and Dexty talk about the current #MeToo wave hitting the Video Game shores and how the ML vs LoL Ph communities came to blows. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: June 6, 2020 Aired: June 8, 2020 What's the fuss about Riot Game's LOL: Wildrift Alpha Testing and DOTA2's Battlepass spending? Listen to our discussions on game testing, marketing, game spending, and MOBAs. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: April 18, 2020 Aired: April 20, 2020 We chat with SillyKonpeito about her streaming career, her life as a cosplayer, and other things. Joining the episode is longtime guest Dexty and a surprise appearance by Vivz. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: April 4, 2020 Aired: April 6, 2020 Metro Manila gamer, Overseas Gamer, Over the Mountain Gamer, and South of Metro Manila Gamer gathered separately in their homes on Discord to talk about life during the Season of COVID. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: March 28, 2020 Aired: March 30, 2020 The Quarantined Episode - a short episode just discussing game news and life under the cloud of the COVID19 pandemic. Stay Home, Stay Clean, Stay Sane and pwede na Puro Laro! Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: March 14, 2020 Aired: March 23, 2020 Is there a competition between Video Games and Board Games? Or is Video Games an upgraded version of Board Games? Or is there something else to the Video Game VS Board Game question? To shed some light on tabletop gaming and development in the Philippines are our guests Freddie Tan from Ludus Distributors and MyKey Cuento of The Tabletop Traveler and Creator of Pawikan Patrol the Card Game. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: March 11, 2020 Aired: March 16, 2020 In this episode, Jaemi talks to Sir Ben, Red, & Jerez of Ranida Games. We cover their journey in developing their pride & joy BAYANI Fighting Game.  Our topics range from... will the game be accepted, positive and negative player comments, experiences in presenting to an international audience, etc. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: February 8, 2020 Aired: February 10, 2020 A lot has happened in the first month of 2020. Here’s our first episode this year. Topics: Cramming everything in January 2020 Mamba Out Chupagetti Warcraft: Reforged or HD? Returning to SWTOR Stock Loses MOD ownership preventing another DOTA 2020 The Year of Delays No Skulls in Chinese Version of Rainbow 6 Seige No Restriction Character Customization What is GOLD in Game Development? Console Exclusives releasing on PC Our take on the Dual Shock 5 Concept Video The Dubai Gaming Scene & LOL Commenting on Mobile Gaming & Development Worms & Gunbound SideTrack: Seventeen Plague Inc. a “Viral Success” Side Track: Commentary on nCoV Upcoming plans and episodes Final Thoughts of January 2020 Vivz Out Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Ending the year with Game Awards, The Witcher, and more

Q&A Session with Alexa Asahina We talk to Alexa Asahina, a Tekken 7 & League of Legends player, streamer, gamer.

On this episode, we talk about ESGS' budding developers in the "Indie Fiesta" area; the Fortnite Ban of Jarvis Kayel; and recently released games Death Stranding, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, Diablo 4, & Red Dead Redemption 2

Recorded: October 18, 2019 Aired: October 20, 2019 Our pre-ESGS episode and part 2 of our topic on China's influence in the gaming industry. We're joined but guests Chris Natsuume of BoomZap Entertainment and Rainier Sales of XPASM Studios. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: October 12, 2019 Aired: October 14, 2019 Episode Notes: The recent Blizzard ban of Blitzchung is the talk of the gaming industry. Here are our "ten cents" on the issue. We also talk about other news around the gaming world. Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Recorded: October 4, 2019 Aired: October 7, 2019 Episode Notes: Welcome & K-Pop Slim Magic The Gathering: Arena - The Old Flame, No Time Friend, & #Kismet I miss you  20 years forward MTG:A is both New and Old.  The rabbit hole of getting into MTG  #adulting but Gaming is Zen Time  MTG Arena players are mostly Noobs  A warning before playing for old MTG players  Game Subscription Service Uplay Plus Sony Playstation restructuring? Call of Duty Cross-Play: The Real Question Live Recording Schedule Moved to Saturday night Vivz: I’m too young for that conversation (Nintendo Duck Hunt Gun) Family Game Time Juvenile Delinquency for Demo Disk Legend of Dragoon - 50 pesos well spent How to almost detect a Streamer playing a cracked game. Retro Games Total Breathing Constant - Kimetsu no Yaiba Pinoy: Diehard fan if we can afford it. Cookies and Algorithms Call of Duty & Ghost Recon Breakpoint Micro-Transactions Destiny 2:  Bungie & Blizzard Split Complete  Now Free to Play just Buy Expansions  Steam Games Roundup  Code Vein Release  Ghostbusters Remastered  Super Robot Wars V  Monster Hunter World crossover with Resident Evil Game of the Year Prediction (No 2018 winner was not Celeste Boi) Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Episode 38 Notes Title: TGS Logistics The Game in Fantasy HD Recorded: September 20, 2019 Aired: September 25, 2019 Around the Philippine Streamerverse! Hideo Kojima’s Game aka Trans-Lala-Kas-Grab-ify The Game Around the shooter arena genre and Overwatch The APEX of Kabobohan (Gamer Rage) Streaming a game you don’t like. The VIVZ SQUEEEE! - Final Fantasy Remake Hosts of the Tokyo Game Show are the Best TGS: Game Roundup  Project Resistance  Personal 5  NioH  Shenmue  Quick Time Event Mechanic PS5 Announcement Schedule Speculation Bastardized Buster Sword Photo Monster Hunter 90 Hours Lost Ayaw na mag Grind ni iNANG Wrapping Up Want to listen to this episode’s Sidetrack? Puro Ka Sidetrack #3 - It’s Over 9000 Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Looking for... …Cracked - Final Fantasy and NBL2K …Group - WoW Classic …Genre - Kojima’s Death Stranding …Money - More Podcast Content …Bugs - Ghost Recon: Wildlands BETA …Vivz - Vivz Just Woke Up …Save Slot - Reminiscing Consoles ...Games - Vivz’ Games …New Teammates - eSports Team Reshuffling …Ingay - National Team Sibol lacking promotion …Clickbait - Games as Health Risk? …Cutscenes - Future Entertainment …Podcast - Tier One making a podcast …Sony - Sony not in TGS, Games, & PS5 …Date - Vivz Looking For …Credibility - Rainbow 6 Siege Cheat Credibility …Horror - Dead by Daylight ...Trash Talk - Multiplayer Mind Games …Topic - Talk about Topics for next Episode ...Winding Down Discussions Recorded Live: September 6, 2019 On-Demand Upload: September 14, 2019 Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Main Topic: Need to do better with local shout-casting Gamescom Understanding Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding Final Fantasy VII Remake - VIVZ YAY Erica Video Game - The Game Development Possibilities Lukewarm Sony - Readying for PS5? What would be the winning formula for PS5? VERSUS Winners Side Tracked: Skipping Shifts to Game DOTA DOTA 2 The International Need to do better with local shout-casting Recorded Live: August 23, 2019 On-Demand Upload: August 26, 2019 Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Main Topic: Do streamers get enough support? Support from ESGS via stream The Quality of Streamer Content The Culture of Shoutouts & Fan Signs Truth or Entertainment? Violent Games - Violent Crimes Sidetrack: Rightwing Politics New Culture from a New Gamer Generation  Sidetracked: BPO Memories Economics: Reason for Piracy Sidetracked: Life Plans Video Games more than a Distraction Enter Dexty on Streamer Competition The Problem with Viewer Communities Salty Ninjitsu Shroud of Humility Suspended Disrespect Ms A Needs no Bath Water Pros and Cons of Streamer Talent Agencies What is a Stream Engineer Streamer First / Gamer First Different Types of Streamings Stream for Others or for Yourself? Agency Talent Housing Who to guest next? Wrapping Up and The Return of Digitized Vivz Recorded Live: August 9, 2019 On-Demand Upload: August 12, 2019 Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Episode 34 Notes Title: What is Mainstream? Main Topic: What defines mainstream? Not much gaming news this week. So the team talks a variety of topic on what is mainstream? The games we play now and the arcade games we played before. What is ruining the WARHAMMER brand. Is too much gaming different from too much K-Drama? Competitive Gaming. Ninja Moves. Jaemi’s SickCritic.com review of Forge of Blood. Recorded: August 2, 2019 Aired: August 5, 2019 Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

The Anniversary Episode We try out broadcasting our podcast recording sessions. This is not a change in format we just want to create a new way for you, our listeners, to participate in our usual audio productions via Facebook Live. Main Topic: Games and Mainstream Media [0:01:20] The Live Podcast Recording Starts [0:04:25] Games to Media (Movies, TV) [0:04:30] Netflix’ The Witcher [0:07:45] Richard Patterson as Batman, the Twilight crutch, Vampire: The Masquerade (board game 1991), & vampires. [0:10:28] Puro Ka Laro’s Anniversary [0:11:20] Vivz’ Dubai OFW Life [0:12:46] Vivz’ audio difficulties in the middle east [0:15:47] Vivz’ Giddy Mode & Mits’ Return to Streaming [0:16:45] Geeky Fandom in Mainstream Media [0:21:03] Nostalgia Marketing for the Future Adult Gamer  [0:25:31] Everyone’s a Geek [0:26:27] Sidetracked: Goofery  [0:27:05] Sidetracked: Da who? [0:28:30] Playing Games as Work (Game Reviewer, Game Streamer, Game Tester, etc.) [0:32:54] ESGS and Ranida Games’ Bayani [0:41:47] Multiplayer Stream? [0:44:17] Crowd Sourced Media Assets for Games - Exploitative or Not? [0:48:59] Licensing Music in Games and Game Music in Mainstream Media [0:58:22] Wrap Up The Biggest Mess … The Tech Guy pressed delete at the end of live feed. Recorded: July 26, 2019 Aired: July 29, 2019 Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Discussion on exclusivity in games and other topics.

We started talking about other media sources influencing what you want to play or replay. Then is devolved into our origin stories, Magic The Gathering, War Hammer, North Korea, Japan culture... In short we went way off-course. Recorded: July 8, 2019 Aired: July 10, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

We delve into the critique thrown at CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 and other industry news. Recorded: June 30, 2019 Aired: July 1, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

We talk about the games presented at E3 and some other stuff.

Discussion on gimmicks by online personalities to gain views and followers.

In the very competitive world of streaming it is hard to gain & maintain followers. Jaemi and regulars Mits & Vivz talk about the gimiks that streamers do for their communities. Recorded: April 21, 2019 Aired: April 26, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

We talk about the Kotaku's article by Jason Schreier "How BioWare's Anthem Went Wrong" (https://kotaku.com/how-biowares-anthem-went-wrong-1833731964) and the practice of "crunch time". Recorded: April 7, 2019 Aired: April 13, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Jaemi & John talks about the failure of Anthem, the loss of grinding, Google’s Stadia, APEX Legends, upcoming games roundup. Erratum: its Episode 25 not 24 as said in the audio. Recorded: March 23, 2019 Aired: March 30, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Vivz, Mona, & Yukari joins Jaemi to talk about gamer life, games from Japan, anime, and the husbando existential crisis. Recorded: March 3, 2019 Aired: March 9, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Music: Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Like movies, games also get bad reviews even before they're released. We talk about the "bandwagoning" trend. Do they really deserve it and what is Laserblast? Recorded: February 24, 2019 Aired: March 2, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Jaemi & John discuss the new kid on the Battle Royale block. With 25 million players in the first week, all looks good with Respawn's APEX Legends. Have we reached the peak of Battle Royale? Recorded: February 9, 2019 Aired: February 15, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

Will Anthem be a start in the right direction for EA or will it be a bust? We discuss the hiccups and hopes of Bioware's Anthem and plenty of side topics. Recorded: February 2, 2019 Aired: February 8, 2019 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug Fireburst by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

New Year… New Episode Catching up with the games we play, gaming news, speculations, opinions, hopes & frustrations this 2019. Recorded: January 19, 2019 Aired: January 25, 2019 Follow us and never miss an episode. Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz Apple Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/puro-ka-laro-podcast/id1417465621?mt=2&ls=1 RSS Feed https://audioboom.com/channels/4966874.rss Facebook https://facebook.com/purokalaro/ Instagram https://instagram.com/purokalaro/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug "Fireburst" by ANGL https://youtu.be/41RAgSQEAQs

We reminisce on the winners and losers of 2018. Thanks for a great 1st year. We'll be back 2019. Recorded December 18, 2018 Aired December 21, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) or wherever you enjoy your podcast. Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/)

We talk to Juan Lopez about using gaming as a means to connect and help kids that experience traumatic events or have violent tendencies. And for parents, how gaming can be a means to connect with their kids. Recorded November 30, 2018 Aired December 5, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on Spotify & Apple Podcast or wherever you enjoy your podcast. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube

We talk to Fred & Bernard of Dreamlords Digital about Graywalkers: Purgatory, Ghost Knight Victis, and gaming related news. Recorded November 14, 2018 Aired November 28, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) or wherever you enjoy your podcast. Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/)

Jaemi shows his age by calling these 24yo developers "yuppies". We talk to Josh, Joseph, Bennet, and Jen of Most Played Games about "hyper-casual" games, game development, and their origins before joining MPGs. Recorded November 12, 2018 Aired November 21, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) or wherever you enjoy your podcast. Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/)

Jaemi talks to KALBZ about life as a shout caster. How to be one, His experiences, and the world of eSports. Recorded November 10, 2018 Aired November 16, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) or wherever you enjoy your podcast. Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/)

Jaemi talks to Chris Natsuume co-founder of BoomZap on Chris' journey to developer, BoomZap, & their upcoming game Last Regiment. Recorded November 7, 2018 Aired November 12, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on Spotify & Apple Podcast or wherever you enjoy your podcast. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube

Jaemi talks about the local game development scene at ESGS [Tales From The Game Master](https://www.facebook.com/tftgm/) [Greywalkers: Purgatory](https://www.facebook.com/Graywalkers/) by [DreamlordsDigital](https://www.facebook.com/DreamlordsDigital/) [Last Regiment](https://www.facebook.com/lastregimentgame/) by [BoomZap](https://www.facebook.com/boomzap/) [Most Played Games](https://www.facebook.com/mostplayedmobile/) [Monstronauts](https://www.facebook.com/monstronauts/) [Bayani: Kanino Ka Kakampi?](https://www.facebook.com/bayaniph/) by Ranida Games [Combatron: The Card Game](https://www.facebook.com/tegr.combatron/) Recorded October 28, 2018 Aired October 31, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) or wherever you enjoy your podcast  Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/)

In today's episode... * Catching up with Mits & Vivz * Who’s going to ESGS? * PUBG Disappointments * Black Ops 4: Black Out * Dead by Daylight * MOBAs - DOTA / LoL / HotS / HoN * Cosplaying MOBA Charactors (DOTA vs LoL) * .......... * LoL Philippines * .......... * Flatline brought to you by SkyInternet Recorded October 20, 2018 Aired October 24, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/)

Growing up reading Berlin Manalaysay’s Combatron in Funny Komiks, Thomas Regala with the help of Ludus Distributors now have transformed their fandom into a card game. We talk to Tom about his creation Combatron and the local tabletop game development industry. Recorded October 6, 2018 Aired October 10, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/)

We talk to Iggy Javellana of Muramasa Games about what does it take to make your own game? Also a former Content Acquisition Director of Level Up we talk about both sides of the game development industry - Publisher & Developer. Touching on topics from game design decisions, game development schedules, games conferences, marketing your game, and the local game development industry. Recorded September 22, 2018 Aired September 26, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/) To support PKL! go to the latest [Laro Pa More](https://www.facebook.com/pg/purokalaro/notes/) note in our Facebook Page

Yo-ho-ho! Ahoy hearties! T'is time for thee crew to rant like a pirate. Today we will tackle thee different business models that we see in thee gaming industry. What we like, don't like, and wishes on what should happen. And aye aye we continue to hassle, I'm sorry, profusely profess our love to Ubisoft Philippines. Recorded September 17, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/) To support PKL! go to the latest [Laro Pa More](https://www.facebook.com/pg/purokalaro/notes/) note in our Facebook Page

Join Jaemi, Komyx, Mitsilog, & Vivz talk about the streamer life. Their "origin stories",  the challenges they face, and tips/advice if you too want to share your passion for gaming through streaming. Recorded September 8, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=dFXmc_hSSVS381sxInQ0xQ/) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/)[](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/)[](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621/) Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/) To support PKL! go to the latest [Laro Pa More](https://www.facebook.com/pg/purokalaro/notes/) note in our Facebook Page

In this episode, Jaemi is joined by [Alexa](https://www.facebook.com/alexaasahina/) & Nadine, along with returning guest Rainier talk about women's experiences in Philippine video gaming culture. Recorded September 1, 2018 Follow and never miss an episode on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=IiFCGm_3RC-MfXXrYOrPZw) & [Apple Podcast](https://pcr.apple.com/id1417465621) Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro/), & [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbicW3bppLYIycjM1snR3Ug/) Looking for new games and want to support PKL!... Get your game fix on [Humble Bundle](https://www.humblebundle.com/store?partner=purokalaro&charity=25618)

**Post GamesCom Discussion, Digression, and Desperate for Attention.** Listen to Jaemi, Rainier, & (occasionally) John talk about games from GamesCom, digress to nostalgia games of our youth, and right off the bat continue to beg Ubisoft PH to notice us. Disclaimer: we had internet difficulties recording this episode some audio are distorted. Recorded August 27, 2018 Listen on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7vh4cF599DA8oIRvwCU3gz?si=afH3MGcORlqtincci4eJ6Q) Follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/purokalaro), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/purokalaro), & YouTube

With guest Rainier we discuss GamesCom, europe's equivalent of E3. Hear the gang get excited on what games we hope will be announced, "Shut Up and Take My Money" fantasy pre-order moments, the long tangents that gave the producer/sound editor headaches, and lastly our request (ehem...begging) to Ubisoft PH to invite us to their Sta. Rosa campus.

Show Notes: EA CFO Blake Jorgensen said: "As we kept reviewing the game, it continued to look like a much more linear game [which] people don't like as much today as they did five years ago or 10 years ago,"  Is Linear Single-Player Games really dead or at least dying? Bawal ba talaga ang Singe sa EA? Today, Jaemi & John is joined by Arianne to talk about EA's statement, & single player games. Like, Listen, & Subscribe on your favorite podcast app.

Show Notes: With the upcoming expansion of World of Warcraft, we talk to Dayne & Francis about MMORPGs, WoW, other MMOs, & guild life.

Episode Notes: We talk about games that have made a comeback, where remade, or remastered. Speaking of comebacks... listen to our take on the update No Man Sky Next.

Show Notes: What is Puro Ka Laro! about? In today's episode listen to us ramble about Board Game Cafes, Tabletop Games, Battletech, Pinoy Gaming Culture, Reminiscing the Past, Fortnite/ DayZ/ H1Z1, MMPRPGs, etc. Follow us on Spotify & Apple Podcast on your mobile device and never miss an episode. Just search... Puro Ka Laro! Podcast