What actually makes a "comfort game" a comfort game?

This week around the campfire, Ryan and James talk about the games they can replay endlessly - from Metroid Prime and Resident Evil 4 to Pokémon, Fire Emblem, Marvel vs. Capcom 2, and even weird modded randomizers. Along the way, they dive into nostalgia, replayability, developer intent, childhood memories, and why some games just feel like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket after a long day.

Also: James desperately tries to convince Ryan to finally play Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia.

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Cover art: Falah
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Music: Robotic Park by Kyon

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I see em' up ahead - Let's rock and roll!

Ryan and James look back throughout the vast depths of the Lylat system and reminisce of the Star Fox catalog! Talks of personal favorites, developer history, and looking to the future, capped off with an exciting quiz that will test your knowledge of Corneria - Star Fox 64's explosive intro level. Hop in your Arwing and fly on over to the campfire for this new episode of galactic proportions!

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Cover art: Falah
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Music: Robotic Park by Kyon

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