First 30 - Video Game Review Podcast
The First 30 is a video game review show based on first impressions. The hosts only have 30 minutes to play the game and then discuss the game based on their short experience and decide if it is worth continuing or not. For those interested in watching the playthroughs, you can watch all the First 30 playthroughs on The Chestery YouTube channel. Hosted by Chadd Callahan, Tim Harris, David Moreno, and Ric Hogerheide of The Chestery. The Chestery is a media group dedicated to creating entertaining, engaging, and informative gaming content. Find more content on The Chestery YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/thechestery
Episodes
76 episodes
This game does it BETTER THAN Dead By Daylight!
The 1988 Cult Classic is back in game form. Killer Klowns from Outer Space promises to deliver a new and unique twist to the Asymmetrical horror genre, but are they good enough to withstand the horror giant Dead by Daylight, or will it just bec...
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Episode 76
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55:27
Spank Your Friends... the way you always wanted to
Ever just want to beat your friends' butt, literally? Well, now you can. This quirky butt-jiggling game allows you and your friends to play numerous spank-fueled party games that will deliver plenty of chaotic moments, but is this silly gimmick...
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Episode 75
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47:39
The BEST Indie Games Coming This Year!
The Triple I showcase has come and gone and we NEED to talk about it. What games caught our eye? Let’s find out here on The First 30
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Episode 74
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1:09:57
Is SWORN The Multiplayer HADES We've Always Wanted?!
Today, we're diving into Camelot. Sworn is a co-op action roguelike that gives us the feeling of Hades, but this time with friends, but will it hold up or will it fall flat? Let’s find out here on The First 30About: SWORN is a 1-4 playe...
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Episode 73
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50:54
Becoming BFFs with Rasputin in The Thaumaturge
Today, we're going back to early 20th-century Warsaw. The Thaumaturge is a story-driven RPG where your choices could change history, but will we be able to save history from ourselves? Let’s find out here on The First 30!About The Thaum...
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Episode 72
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49:31
Pacific Driving Me Insane!
Today, we're driving through Pacific Drive. This horror survival game takes the genre to a new level. Can these driving skills keep us all interested or is this gimmick a car crash you can’t look away from? Let’s find out here on The First 30
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Episode 71
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52:16
Best of Next Fest
Next Fest has come and gone, but we were left with tons of demos to try out. So Today we’re discussing some of our favorites, but will the villain of the show give them all his blessing? Let’s find out here on The First 30
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Episode 70
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1:19:03
Pipe Goblins Took Over My House... HELP! - Home Safety Hotline
Today, we're saving lives in Home Safety Hotline. This interactive point and click horror places us in the most horrific of places… an office. Using the resources given to us, we must help our customers identify the strange issues happening in ...
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Episode 69
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46:51
Is Enshrouded Just Another Cut-And-Paste Survival Game?
Today, we awaken in the world of Enshrouded. This co-op survival RPG allows you to explore and build your base in vast areas. But is there anything that makes this game special? Or is it just another cut-and-paste survival game? Let’s find out ...
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Episode 68
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52:14
Is Sovereign Syndicate the NEXT Disco Elysium?
Today, we're exploring the world of Sovereign Syndicate by Crimson Herring Studios. This Victorian steampunk RPG drops us into a desperate city full of murder and mystery. But Is this the new Disco Elysium? Or is it just a dud with a steampunk ...
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Episode 67
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50:50
Is Mind Over Magic TOO COMPLICATED For Noobs?
Today, we're immersing ourselves in the spellbinding universe of Mind Over Magic, by Sparkypants. Is this colony sim too complicated for newcomers or am I simply just an idiot? So let’s venture into the unknown to save our magic school from wel...
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Episode 66
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47:42
Did THIS Turn-Based RPG PERFECT Time-Loop Games? - In Stars and Time
Today we're venturing into the mind-bending world of In Stars and Time by INSERTDISC5. Get set for a game that's got us stuck in a loop - literally! Will this turn-based RPG's time-loop mechanic be our new favorite deja vu, or will we be beggin...
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Episode 65
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51:40
Is It WIZ or DUM?! - Wizordum
Get ready to blast into action on the First 30 Podcast as we enter the world of Wizordum by Emberheart Games, a retro-style FPS echoing the legendary style of Doom! Will this game teleport us back to gaming's glory days or leave us wanting more...
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Episode 64
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43:21
Metroidvania That's All Style But NO Substance - Cookie Cutter
Brace yourselves as we dive into the ultra-violent world of Cookie Cutter - A new hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania from Subcult Joint LTD, and today, we talk through if this game has the legs to stand next to others of its genre. Let’s find out here ...
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Episode 63
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49:57
Is Lethal Company ACTUALLY Fun?!
Today we’re playing the new indie game that has taken over Twitch by storm, Lethal Company… Is it truly living up to the massive hype or merely serving as content fodder for creators? Stick around, because we're about to uncover whether this ga...
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Episode 62
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45:29
Games That ACTUALLY Deserve To Win At The Game Awards 2023
Get ready as The Game Awards 2023 approach! Join us as we dive into the major categories, unveiling who truly deserves to win and dissecting the standout contenders for Game of the Year.
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Episode 61
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1:16:57
20 AMAZING Indie Games You NEVER Heard of But NEED To Play
It's a special day for this First 30 Podcast! We're showcasing our hidden gem video games you might've missed. But, can we all agree these are real treasures, or is there some trash in there? Join us as we sort the must-plays from the must-nots...
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Episode 60
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54:27
CARDS IN SPAAAACE! - Cobalt Core
Get ready to dive into the sci-fi world of Cobalt Core, the latest creation from Rocket Rat Games in today's episode of the First 30 Podcast. Brace yourselves for lightning-fast battles in this roguelike deck-builder… Will its quick-fire action...
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Episode 59
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43:42
Revisiting Our Childhood with Star Ocean The Second Story R
Today we’re playing the newest SquareEnix RPG Remake, Star Ocean The Second Story R… Is this game different enough from the original to make it worthwhile? Well, Let’s find out!About Star Ocean The Second Story R: In this science ...
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Episode 58
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45:37
Super Mario Bros. Wonder... Or BLUNDER?!
Today we’re playing the new Nintendo Side-scrolling adventure, Super Mario Bros Wonder… Is this game different enough from previous Mario titles to keep us coming back? And are the crazy acid trips in this game an interesting addition or an ove...
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Episode 57
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43:26
The WORST Game We've Ever Played - Stray Souls
Today we’re playing the new third-person action horror by Jukai Studios, Stray Souls… Was Grandma’s free house worth learning the creepy family secret? And can we forgive many of the game’s awkward moments if we treat it like a quirky B-Movie? ...
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Episode 56
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38:38
Are Turn-Based Games DEAD in 2023?! - The Lamplighters League
Today we’re playing the new turn-based tactical combat game by Harebrained Schemes, The Lamplighters League… Do turn-based strategy games still have a place in 2023? And does the real-time battle aspect of this game break it away enough from ot...
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Episode 55
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55:31
The MIND BLOWING Puzzle Game You MUST Play - Cocoon
Today we’re playing the new Puzzle Adventure by Geometric Interactive, Cocoon… Do the interesting puzzle mechanics make up for some of the late-game fatigue? And is the lack of combat a detriment to the overall gameplay? Well, Let’s find out!
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Episode 54
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57:33
THIS Is What Happens When MAX PAYNE Dates DRACULA - El Paso Elsewhere
Today we’re playing the new Neo-Noir Shooter by Strange Scaffold, El Paso Elsewhere… Is this game the next Max Payne? And does the eclectic array of music help or hurt the gameplay? Well, Let’s find out!About El Paso Elsewhere: ST...
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Episode 53
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1:17:18
Is THIS The Next FALL GUYS? - Party Animals
Today we’re playing the new Beat 'em up Party Game by Recreate Games, Party Animals… Is this game the next Fall Guys or Among Us? Is there enough substance to this game to keep us coming back? Well, Let’s find out!About Party Anim...
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Episode 52
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1:11:50