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Fresh Juice: An Indie Game Podcast

Fresh Juice

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 130

An indie game podcast brought to you by Tommy Fresh and Matty Juice! In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games.

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https://www.playbalatro.com/
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https://www.home-assistant.io/
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https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fresh-juice
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130. More MMOs Should Pivot, Too Much Cheese, and more!

Episode 130

mercredi 22 avril 2026 • Duration 01:07:10

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com Chapters 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 130 Introduction 00:01:15 Weekend Catch-Up: Windrose, Family Visits, and Baby Helmet Consultation 00:10:21 Discord Announcement and Community Invite 00:10:43 Juicy Take: More MMOs Should Pivot to PVE Co-op Games 00:20:18 What We've Been Playing: Windrose, Skull Horde, and More 00:29:12 Notable Indie Releases: Vampire Crawlers, Bylena, and Typing Farmer 00:39:42 Gaming News: IGN Controversy and Mouse PI Review Drama 00:47:50 Graveyard Keeper Marketing Masterclass and Winrows Success 00:54:46 Listener Questions: Objects That Make You Happy and Changing Review Scores 01:02:24 Rec Room Recommendations and Closing Notable Releases This Week: Vampire Crawlers - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3265700/Vampire_Crawlers_The_Turbo_Wildcard_from_Vampire_Survivors/ Bylina - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2461440/Bylina/ Typing Farmer - https://store.steampowered.com/app/4216670/Typing_Farmer/ Factory 95- https://store.steampowered.com/app/3987250/Factory_95/ NEWS: ‘Windrose’ Has Tripled Its Steam Players In A Week - https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2026/04/20/windrose-has-tripled-its-steam-players-in-a-week/ IGN review of Mouse PI For Hire is like a parody of game journalists - https://www.reddit.com/r/KotakuInAction/comments/1sp3wtw/ign_review_of_mouse_pi_for_hire_is_like_a_parody/ REC ROOM: Windrose - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041230/Windrose/ Angine de Poitrine - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ssi-9wS1so&list=RD0Ssi-9wS1so&start_radio=1 Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games

129. Skull Horde Review

Episode 129

mercredi 15 avril 2026 • Duration 01:23:42

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. Skull Horde: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3199360/Skull_Horde/ 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com Chapters 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 129 Introduction 00:01:36 Weekend Catch-Up: Harry Potter Show and Uncle Giuseppe's 00:04:16 Winrows Early Access and Baby Helmet Consultation 00:08:53 Tommy's Weekend: Atlantic City Beer Fest and Pokemon Card Sale 00:13:33 Discord Announcement and Community Invite 00:14:04 Juicy Take: New Genre to Change Gaming by End of Year 00:18:03 Triple I Showcase Overview and Standout Games 00:21:41 Triple I Deep Dive: Lost Railway, Crop, and More 00:30:00 Notable Indie Releases: Winrows, Mouse PI, and Replace 00:38:12 Skull Horde Review: Gameplay Overview and Mechanics 00:43:43 Skull Horde: Strategy, Difficulty, and Build Variety 00:53:25 Skull Horde: Visuals, Art Design, and UI 00:58:49 Skull Horde: Sound, Performance, and Final Ratings 01:06:00 Listener Questions: Triple I Favorites and Sports Logos 01:14:49 Rec Room: Nodecraft Servers and Last Laugh Reality Show NEWS: iii Showcase Recap - https://iii-initiative.com/ Notable Releases This Week: Windrose - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041230/Windrose/ Mouse: PI For Hire - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2416450/MOUSE_PI_For_Hire/ REPLACED - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1663850/REPLACED/ Tap Tap Loot - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3959890/Tap_Tap_Loot/ REC ROOM: Nodecraft - https://nodecraft.com/ Last One Laughing UK - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LOL:_Last_One_Laughing_UK Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games,skull horde, skull horde review, skull horde gameplay

120. Tearscape Review

Episode 120

mercredi 11 février 2026 • Duration 01:21:18

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. Tearscape: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3216340/Tearscape/ 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com Chapters 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 120 Introduction 00:01:28 Weekend Catch-Up: Super Bowl Party and Baby Playdates 00:05:25 Tommy's Week: Hershey Work Events and Frozen Pipes 00:09:08 Discord Announcement and Notable Indie Releases 00:09:38 Mio Genics Launch and Binding of Isaac Discussion 00:13:36 More Notable Releases: Cinecross, High on Life 2, and Cadence 00:22:02 Juiciest Takes: Video Games and Storytelling 00:29:18 Tommy's Juicy Take: Steam Next Fest's Impact on Devs 00:34:52 Tearscape Review - Gameplay Overview 00:47:46 Tearscape - Story and World Building 00:48:34 Tearscape - Visuals and Art Design 00:53:32 Tearscape - Sound, Performance, and Final Rating 01:02:06 Listener Questions: Food Stocks and Sports Snacks 01:10:39 Rec Room: J. Cole's The Fall Off and Bad Bunny Notable Releases This Week: https://store.steampowered.com/app/686060/Mewgenics/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/3933120/CiniCross/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2069250/High_On_Life_2/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/362800/Cadence/ REC ROOM: The Fall-Off - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fall-Off DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deb%C3%AD_Tirar_M%C3%A1s_Fotos Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, tearscape review, tearscape gameplay, zelda like game, soulslike game

30. No Rest for the Wicked Review (Early Access)

Episode 30

mercredi 24 avril 2024 • Duration 01:19:22

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve.
In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games.
THIS EPISODE: This week Tommy and Matt dive deep into No Rest For The Wicked, a new ARPG from the developers behind Ori! They also cover some indie news and answer some listener questions submitted through the Discord!
No Rest For The Wicked: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1371980/No_Rest_for_the_Wicked/
🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹
👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice:
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fresh-juice
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod
Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e
For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
NEWS:
Xbox Indie Showcase Next Week - https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/a-new-xbox-indie-games-showcase-is-coming-next-week/
Nintendo Indie Game Showcase Recap - https://www.deseret.com/business/2024/04/22/indie-games-coming-to-nintendo-switch/
El Paso Elsewhere Getting Turned Into A Movie - https://www.engadget.com/even-the-indie-game-el-paso-elsewhere-is-getting-turned-into-a-movie-191423219.html
REC ROOM:
Sker Ritual - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1492070/Sker_Ritual/
Tommy Richman - Selfish - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pmpPikLw2Y
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29. Goons: Legends & Mayhem Review

Episode 29

mercredi 17 avril 2024 • Duration 01:35:05

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve.
In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games.
THIS EPISODE: This week Tommy and Matty discuss their favorite games from the Triple III Initiative, do a deep dive into a new hockey party game Goons: Legends & Mayhem, and answer some great listener questions from our Discord!
Goons: Legends & Mayhem: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1484180/Goons_Legends__Mayhem/
🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹
👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice:
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fresh-juice
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod
Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e
For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
NEWS:
Dave The Diver is NOT indie: https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-director-confirms-not-an-indie-game-settles-debate-baftas-game-awards-interview/
Triple III Initiative Games Announched: https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/triple-i-initiative-everything-announced/
REC ROOM:
Fallout TV Show: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12637874/
Veiled Fate: https://www.veiledfate.com/
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, goons legends and mayhem, goons legends & mayhem gameplay, hockey party game, party games 2024, new party games 2024, new hockey game, new hockey games 2024

28. Moto Knight Review

Episode 28

mercredi 10 avril 2024 • Duration 01:06:47

NEWS:

New Balatro 1.0.1 update: https://old.reddit.com/r/balatro/comments/1byktoa/101c_experimental_branch_is_live_on_steam/
Triple III Event starts at 1pm on 4/11 - https://www.polygon.com/24124195/triple-i-games-iii-initiative-indie-event-streaming
This indie game is about the struggles of pooping on the clock - https://www.polygon.com/24124475/please-leave-me-alone-im-pooping-indie-game-presentation-warioware

REC ROOM:

Go outside and find a good stick!
Might Delete Later: https://open.spotify.com/album/57wh3BpvUF2tmvwoGSjUe3

Description tags: moto knight,motorcycle knight rider,ranger knight moto,rescue knights moto pups,motorrad knight rider,indie games,indie games 2023,indie game devlog,indie game dev,indie games you should play,indie game the movie,indie game music,indie games vs aaa games,indie games on switch,indie game slander

27. Pepper Grinder Review

Episode 27

mercredi 3 avril 2024 • Duration 01:16:21

Astro Duel 2 Giveaway (Ends 4/7): https://giv.gg/HEp2GT Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. THIS EPISODE: Tommy and Matty discuss the upcoming Balatro update, Xbox/Epic moving away from indies, Screenbound, and the Triple-I Initiative event. They do a deep dive into Pepper Grinder, covering gameplay, art, story, performance and more! They also answer some great listener questions submitted through our Discord! Pepper Grinder: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2076580/Pepper_Grinder/ 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fresh-juice Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com NEWS: Balatro Update: https://www.reddit.com/r/balatro/comments/1bpq1bp/update_from_thunk/ Screenbound: https://mobilesyrup.com/2024/04/01/indie-game-screenbound-play-2d-3d-same-time/ Xbox/Epic Giving Up On Indies?: https://en.as.com/meristation/news/xbox-game-pass-and-epic-games-store-are-moving-away-from-indies-the-gold-rush-is-over-n/\ Triple-I Initiative Announced: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-creators-of-dead-cells-darkest-dungeon-and-slay-the-spire-are-launching-their-own-triple-i-game-awards REC ROOM: Super Mario Wonder: https://supermariobroswonder.nintendo.com/ Malignant: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3811906/ Description tags: pepper grinder switch,pepper grinder review,pepper grinder trailer,pepper grinder gameplay,pepper grinder speedrun,pepper grinder walkthrough,pepper grinder demo,pepper grinder gameplay,pepper grinder game review,pepper grinder game trailer,pepper grinder game demo,pepper grinder game ost,pepper grinder game music,pepper grinder video game,pepper grinder switch gameplay

26. PAX East 2024 Recap!

Episode 26

mercredi 27 mars 2024 • Duration 01:15:13

Astro Duel 2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/655350/Astro_Duel_2/

JUICE: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2844430/Juice/

Fraymakers: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1420350/Fraymakers/

Throne of Bone: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1866630/Throne_of_Bone/

Drop Drive: https://phaseshiftgames.com/pages/drop-drive

Compile: https://www.amazon.com/Greater-Than-Games-Artificial-Intelligence/dp/B0CWJB3VM7/

REC ROOM:

Astro Duel 2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/655350/Astro_Duel_2/

Noodles by Shrezzers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2wCvNgvYE0

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25. Rebel Transmute Review

Episode 25

mercredi 20 mars 2024 • Duration 01:19:28

In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games.

THIS EPISODE: This week we discuss Celeste 64, Dunkey's new game Animal Well, a deep dive into a new metroidvania Rebel Transmute, and answer some great listener questions from our Discord!

Rebel Transmute: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1191660/Rebel_Transmute/

🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹
👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice:
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fresh-juice
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod
Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e

For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com

NEWS:
New Game Published by Dunkey Gets Release Date - https://gamerant.com/dunkey-bigmode-animal-well-release-date/
Celeste 64 May Be Tiny But It Should Still Be A GOTY Contender - https://www.thegamer.com/celeste-64-short-great-exok-goty-contender/

REC ROOM:
The Sopranos: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0141842/
Balatro Double Helix Run from NorthernLion: https://youtu.be/q2SJOHNEpoc?si=ACTFrAmSqFO-6G3y

24. BORE BLASTERS Review

Episode 24

mercredi 13 mars 2024 • Duration 01:14:39

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve.
In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games.
THIS EPISODE: This week Tommy and Matty discuss Warner Bros. and Adult Swim Games removing indie game listings, a deep dive into BORE BLASTERS, and we answer some listener questions submitted through our Discord! BORE BLASTERS: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2398170/BORE_BLASTERS/
🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹
👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice:
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fresh-juice
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod
Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e
For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
NEWS: Warner Bros is delisting a host of indie games: https://www.gamesradar.com/warner-bros-is-going-full-coyote-vs-acme-delisting-a-host-of-indie-games-and-nobodys-more-shocked-than-the-original-developers-its-kind-of-depressing/ REC ROOM: Stephen A clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTy3NM0HpKk SULFUR Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2124120/SULFUR/ ABOUT BORE BLASTERS: BORE BLASTERS is an exhilarating arcade mining game that immerses players in a subterranean adventure unlike any other. Commandeering a dwarven gyrocopter, players delve deep into the underground to mine for gems and rare ores. The journey is fraught with dangers as you use your machine gun to blast through rocks, navigate through diverse and perilous biomes, and combat monstrous inhabitants lurking in the depths. With every venture, players can upgrade their copter, enhancing its capabilities and unlocking new, formidable abilities. BORE BLASTERS offers a unique blend of fast-paced action and strategic exploration, making it a must-play for those who thrive on adrenaline and discovery.