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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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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/
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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
DeBร TiRAR MรกS 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
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.
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
๐ Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
๐ข 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 119 Introduction
00:01:28 Weekend Catch-Up: Crib Transitions and Dad Life
00:05:51 Tommy's Week: Flesh and Blood Tournament Struggles
00:09:11 Screw Talk and Home Projects
00:11:46 Discord Announcement and Juiciest Take Segment
00:12:27 Juiciest Takes: Switch 2 and Indie Gaming
00:24:11 Notable Indie Releases: Tearscape Preview
00:26:32 More Notable Releases: Skewer Squad and Pirates Gambit
00:32:00 Rogue Masters and Free-to-Play Co-op Discussion
00:34:24 Breaking News: Ashes of Creation Shuts Down
00:40:37 MMO Genre Discussion and Industry Challenges
00:50:27 Demo Impressions: Lucid Platformer
00:55:23 Forbidden Solitaire Demo: Meta Horror Card Game
01:00:17 Cursed Words Demo: Roguelike Word Puzzler
01:03:45 Playtest Coverage: Gambinanza Chess Roguelike
01:10:13 Gang of Frogs Playtest: Helldivers Meets Deck Building
01:13:28 Dice Vaders and Burn With Me Playtests
01:21:04 Listener Questions: Hot Dogs and Music
01:27:39 Record Room Recommendations
Notable Releases This Week:
Tearscape - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3216340/Tearscape/
Skewer Squad - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3926160/Skewer_Squad/
Pirateโs Gambit - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3532360/Pirates_Gambit/
Rogue Masters - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1063590/Rogue_Masters/
NEWS:
MMORPG Ashes of Creation Suddenly Implodes 52 Days After Steam Early Access Launch - https://wccftech.com/mmorpg-ashes-of-creation-suddenly-implodes/
REC ROOM:
LORT - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2956680/LORT/
Thiefs Market https://pickpocketgames.com/products/thiefs-market?srsltid=AfmBOorzPTCkEXlfz8qdNpbTQ4G7pgwXfFWNWKnOJoNLjz2Lh7BBIYqb
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games
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.
MIO: Memories in Orbit: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1672810/MIO_Memories_in_Orbit/
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
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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 118 Introduction
00:01:47 Weekend Catch-Up: Snow Prep and Crib Building
00:03:16 Tommy's Weekend: Ski Resort Event and Nick Mangold Kegs
00:09:12 Discord Announcement and Hot Take Segment Debut
00:10:18 Notable Indie Releases: High Guard Launch Drama
00:17:02 Karin Summit Climbing Game and Roots Devour
00:24:53 Indie Game Hot Takes of the Week
00:30:52 What We've Been Playing: Fish Hunters and Dead Engine
00:34:31 Pinkeep Demo Impressions
00:41:52 MIO: Memories in Orbit Review - Gameplay Overview
00:57:52 MIO - Story and World Building
01:02:38 MIO - Hand-Drawn Art and Visual Design
01:07:46 MIO - Sound, Performance, and Final Rating
01:12:07 Listener Questions: Favorite Donuts and Kirby Powers
01:18:23 Rec Room: Music and Coca-Cola Formula Video
Notable Releases This Week:
Highguard - https://store.steampowered.com/app/4128260/Highguard/
Cairn - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1588550/Cairn/
Roots Devour - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2612690/Roots_Devour/
REC ROOM:
Matter of Taste - Tyler Ballgame - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnrZNOz0LjE
LabCoatz - Replicating Coca-Cola - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDkH3EbWTYc
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games,metroidvania, mio memories in orbit, mio review, new metroidvania 2026
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.
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
๐ Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
๐ข 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 117 Introduction
00:02:20 Weekend Catch-Up: Ohio Travel and Airplane Yapper
00:09:06 Matty's Weekend: 3D Printing and Content Planning
00:18:58 Discord Announcement and 3D Printing Discussion
00:20:01 Notable Indie Releases: Gold River Project
00:21:59 Survival Game Genre Deep Dive
00:32:22 More Notable Releases: Turnbound and Blightstone
00:40:14 Rogue Jack 21 and Balatro Comparisons
00:42:13 Valve's AI Disclosure Policy Changes
00:58:41 What We've Been Playing
01:04:45 Listener Questions: Salsa, Snow Days, and Pixar
01:14:31 Recommendations: GeoWizard and Andy's Watches
Notable Releases This Week:
The Gold River Project - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1253220/The_Gold_River_Project/?curator_clanid=4777282
Turnbound - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3802470/Turnbound/?curator_clanid=4777282
Blightstone -https://store.steampowered.com/app/2832280/Blightstone/
RogueJack21 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3446840/RogueJack21/
NEWS:
Valve rewrite Steam's GenAI disclosure rules to more explicitly allow AI-powered "efficiency" tools - https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/valve-rewrite-steams-genai-disclosure-rules-to-more-explicitly-allow-ai-powered-efficiency-tools
REC ROOM:
Geowizard - https://www.youtube.com/@GeoWizard/
Andyโs Watches - https://www.tiktok.com/@the.watch.chronic
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, valve ai policy, valve ai disclosure
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.
Dunecrawl: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1833200/DuneCrawl/
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
๐ Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
๐ข 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 116 Introduction
00:01:28 Weekend Catch-Up: Birthday Week and Dad Life
00:03:40 Tabletop Gaming Adventures
00:12:49 Discord Announcement and Munchkin Debate
00:13:07 Peak Dev on Game Pricing Psychology
00:25:12 Notable Indie Releases This Week
00:33:34 Dunecrawl Review - Gameplay Overview
00:47:02 Dunecrawl - Story and World Building
00:51:03 Dunecrawl - Visuals and Art Design
00:57:12 Dunecrawl - Sound, Performance, and Final Rating
01:03:22 Listener Questions: Missed Reviews and Favorite Bosses
01:14:19 Rec Room: 3D Printing and Winter Burrow
Notable Releases This Week:
Big Hops - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1221480/Big_Hops/
Hytale - https://hytale.com/
Cassette Boy - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2334330/CASSETTE_BOY/
NEWS:
Peak Dev Explains The Completely Bonkers Psychology Behind Game Prices - https://kotaku.com/game-pricing-indie-steam-peak-content-warning-2000658886
REC ROOM:
Bambu Lab A1 - https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/a1
Dexter and the Moonrocks - https://www.dexterandthemoonrocks.com/
Winter Burrow - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3008740/Winter_Burrow/
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games,dunecrawl review, dunecrawl gameplay
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.
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
๐ Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
๐ข 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 115 Introduction
00:01:28 Weekend Catch-Up and Dad Life Updates
00:05:02 Tommy's Week: Painting and New Year's
00:09:03 Discord Announcement and Winter Burrow Update
00:12:35 Notable Indie Releases: Gamblers Table and Past Fate
00:17:23 Fickle Card Legend and Evo Krio
00:22:08 Death Machine and Dreadmist Previews
00:26:10 Star Rupture Deep Dive
00:30:06 Steam Winter Sale Haul
00:35:06 Hollow Knight Silksong Wins Steam Awards
00:41:31 2026 Indie Games to Watch
00:45:18 More 2026 Previews: Don't Stop Girly Pop and Demon Tides
00:49:16 Slay the Spire 2, Abyss X Zero, and Mina the Hollower
00:52:34 Virtue and a Sledgehammer Plus Witchbrook
00:55:52 Listener Questions: Animal Crossing and Pretzels
01:01:52 Biggest Indie Genre of 2026 Prediction
01:05:05 Rec Room Recommendations
Notable Releases This Week:
Winterburrow: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3008740/Winter_Burrow/ - winter solstice update
Gamblers Table: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3618390/Gamblers_Table/
Past Fate: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1028510/Past_Fate/
Fickle Card Legend: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4087980/Fickle_Card_Legend/
EvoCreo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3791450/EvoCreo/
Death Machine: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2741830/Death_Machine/
Dreadmyst: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4241850/Dreadmyst/
StarRupture: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1631270/StarRupture/
NEWS:
https://frvr.com/blog/hollow-knight-silksong-wins-steams-game-of-the-year-with-a-staggering-43-million-votes-from-pc-players/
https://www.inverse.com/gaming/biggest-upcoming-indie-games-2026-most-anticipated
REC ROOM:
Morsels - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1719040/Morsels/
Delta Online - https://www.reddit.com/r/GearsOfWar/comments/1pxcejs/delta_online_is_available/
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games
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.
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
๐ Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
๐ข 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 Juicies 2025 Introduction
00:02:07 Holiday Catch-Up and Family Updates
00:11:23 Discord Announcement and Free Game Deals
00:12:41 Upcoming 2026 Indie Games Preview
00:26:42 The Juicies Begin: Best Narrative and Best Character
00:35:50 Most Replayability and Best Art Direction
00:41:54 Biggest Surprise and Best Hidden Gem
00:48:11 Best Score and Favorite Game Mechanic
00:54:37 Biggest Disappointment and Most Anticipated 2026
01:02:01 Reviewed Game of the Year Awards
01:08:55 Overall Game of the Year: Slots and Daggers
01:15:13 Listener Questions and New Year's Resolutions
01:22:22 Rec Room: Playtester.io and Wake Up Dead Man
NEWS:
https://www.gamesradar.com/upcoming-indie-games/
REC ROOM:
Playtester.io
Wake Up Dead Man - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wake_Up_Dead_Man
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games
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.
Death Howl: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2825880/Death_Howl/
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
๐ Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes.
๐ข 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 113 Introduction
00:01:28 Weekend Catch-Up and Mouse Problems
00:09:31 Discord Announcement and Notable Indie Releases
00:18:30 Steam Winter Sale Picks
00:23:01 Indie Game Awards AI Controversy
00:44:10 Death Howl Review - Gameplay Overview
00:55:57 Death Howl - Story and World Building
00:59:56 Death Howl - Visuals and Art Design
01:05:02 Death Howl - Sound and Final Rating
01:09:00 Listener Questions and Holiday Memories
NEWS:
Steam Winter Sale is live until Jan 5th!
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Loses Indie Game Awards After Being Accused Of Lying About AI Use - https://kotaku.com/clair-obscur-expedition-33s-loses-indie-game-awards-after-being-accused-of-lying-about-ai-use-2000655119
REC ROOM:
Rodeo - https://rodeorodeorodeo.com/welcome
WILL: Follow The Light Playtest - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3144860/WILL_Follow_The_Light/
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, steam winter sale, death howl
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.
Chapters
00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 112 Introduction
00:01:38 Weekend Catch-Up and Dad Life Updates
00:06:01 Tommy's Week: Work Events and House Updates
00:11:03 Discord Announcement and Notable Indie Releases
00:18:13 More Notable Releases: Clicker Games and Doom-Likes
00:20:19 Raiders of Blackfail and End of Year Releases
00:22:16 Game Awards 2025 Winners Breakdown
00:24:17 Expedition 33's Dominant Sweep
00:33:28 Award Categories Deep Dive and Controversy
00:45:57 Game Awards Trailers: Divinity and Warlock
00:51:40 Star Wars Games: Faith of the Old Republic
00:53:31 Star Wars Galactic Racer Excitement
00:49:52 More Game Reveals: Bradley the Badger and Beyond
01:02:38 Listener Questions: Parenting and Pop Culture
01:11:57 The Rec Room: Jester Platform and The Scratch
01:18:20 Wrap-Up and Next Week Preview
Notable Releases This Week:
Barely Brave 1.0 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3490280/Bearly_Brave/ย
MEAT 2 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2176710/MEAT_II_Absolute_Zero/
A Game About Feeding a Black Hole - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3694480/A_Game_About_Feeding_A_Black_Hole/
The Game Awards Winners - https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-game-awards-2025-complete-list-of-winners-as-clair-obscur-wins-game-of-the-year-and-sets-a-new-record-for-awards-won/
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
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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
REC ROOM:
Jestr - https://www.jestr.gg/?ref=A6BMHE
The Scratch - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6BCpGC485tSshwjemmeAmd
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, the game awards 2025
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.
Moonlighter 2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2350790/Moonlighter_2_The_Endless_Vault/ย
Chapters
00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 111 Introduction
00:01:34 Weekend Catch-Up and Dad Life
00:06:04 Local Adventures and Birthday Parties
00:10:45 Discord Announcement and Game Awards Preview
00:11:27 The Mysterious Desert Statue Reveal
00:21:42 Game Awards Predictions - Game of the Year
00:23:14 Game Awards Predictions - Best Independent Game
00:25:42 Game Awards Predictions - Best Debut Indie
00:30:33 Streamer Awards Drama and Content Creator Talk
00:36:10 Notable Indie Releases This Week
00:47:13 Moonlighter 2 Review - Gameplay Overview
00:52:50 Moonlighter 2 - Combat and Backpack System
00:59:42 Moonlighter 2 - Story and World Building
01:01:49 Moonlighter 2 - Art Style and Visual Design
01:06:29 Moonlighter 2 - Sound and Music Discussion
01:10:10 Final Rating and Verdict
01:13:26 Listener Questions and Christmas Movies
01:18:42 The Rec Room - Ultra Pool and Black Jacket Recommendations
๐ฎ Stay Juiced! ๐น
๐ If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe.
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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
Notable Releases This Week:
Sulfur Forever update - https://store.steampowered.com/news/?emclan=103582791473052922&emgid=492709842851463885
Skate Story - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1263240/Skate_Story/?curator_clanid=4777282
Rhythm Doctor - https://store.steampowered.com/app/774181/Rhythm_Doctor/?curator_clanid=4777282
Death Howl -ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2825880/Death_Howl/ย
Ultimate Sheep Raccoon - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923350/Ultimate_Sheep_Raccoon/ย
Rec Room
Ultrapool - https://ultrapoolgame.com/
Black Jacket Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/4100440/Black_Jacket_Demo/
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, the game awards 2025, moonlighter 2 review, moonlighter 2 gameplay
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.
Night Swarm: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3668370/Night_Swarm/ย
Thank you to Mad Mushroom for providing us keys!
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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
Notable Releases This Week:
Cast N Chill Winter Update - https://store.steampowered.com/news/?emclan=103582791474991854&emgid=502842942015144407
WildGrowth- https://store.steampowered.com/app/2467850/Wild_Growth/
Monsters are Coming - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2934220/Monsters_are_Coming_Rock__Road/
Scrabdackle https://store.steampowered.com/app/1578720/Scrabdackle/
REC ROOM:
Holder of Place - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3464970/Holder_of_Place/
Steam Calendar - https://store.steampowered.com/personalcalendar
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, night swarm, night swarm gameplay, night swarm review, new survivor like
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.
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Chapters
00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 109 Introduction
00:01:47 Weekend Catch-Up: Amish Markets, Moving Day, and Anniversary Celebration
00:09:56 Notable Indie Releases: Constance and News Tower
00:16:38 Grime 2 Demo and Return to Moria Expansion
00:23:17 Cross Blitz and Deck Builder Discussion
00:25:07 Vampire Crawlers Announcement: A New Direction for Vampire Survivors
00:31:15 Erosion Reveal: Time-Loop Roguelite Western
00:37:11 Steam Machine Price Discussion and Speculation
00:49:50 Listener Questions: Thanksgiving Food Debate
01:04:00 Record Room Recommendations and Wrap-Up
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
Notable Releases This Week:
Constance - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2313700/Constance/
News Tower - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1649950/News_Tower/
GRIME II Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/4025170/GRIME_II_Demo/
Durinโs Folk - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3874660/The_Lord_of_the_Rings_Return_to_Moria_Durins_Folk_Expansion/
Cross Blitz https://store.steampowered.com/app/1619520/Cross_Blitz/
NEWS:
Vampire Crawlers Announced - https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2025/11/20/vampire-crawlers-xbox-partner-preview/
Erosion Announced - https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/erosion-is-a-voxel-open-world-shooter-in-which-deaths-cost-decades-and-you-can-win-the-wild-west-with-armies-of-cats
Valve coder confirms the Steam Machine will be priced like a PC - https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/valve-coder-confirms-the-steam-machine-will-be-priced-like-a-pc-albeit-at-a-good-deal-if-you-build-a-pc-from-parts-and-get-to-basically-the-same-level-of-performance-thats-the-general-price-window-that-we-aim-to-be-at/ย
REC ROOM:
Idle Obelisk Miner - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.checkbox.minershminer&hl=en_US
Pokemon Lazarus - https://ko-fi.com/s/9ae89c2476
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, steam machine price, vampire crawlers
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 game code was provided by the developers.
Die for the Lich: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3415570/Die_For_The_Lich/
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For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
Notable Releases This Week:
Windswept - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1660960/Windswept/?curator_clanid=4777282
Morsels - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1719040/Morsels/?curator_clanid=4777282
Storebound - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3417410/Storebound/?curator_clanid=4777282
NEWS:ย
The Game Awards nominees announced: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/all-the-game-awards-2025-winners-nominees/2900-7258/
Hytale is saved! - https://hytale.com/news/2025/11/hytale-is-saved
Valve hardware announced - https://www.ign.com/articles/valves-next-gen-hardware-lineup-is-finally-confirmed-heres-everything-announced
REC ROOM:
Scoochie Boochie - https://www.scoochieboochie.com/
Young Hot Guys https://open.spotify.com/show/7A2A6efIuotahFjPZilphM
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, die for the lich review, steam machine, game awards nominees, hytale saved, hytale news
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.
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For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
NEWS:
Will Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 pull off a Game Awards sweep? - https://www.polygon.com/clair-obscur-expedition-33-game-awards-sweep/
REC ROOM:
Pluribus - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pluribus_(TV_series)
Predator: Badlands - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31227572/
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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.
BALL x PIT: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2062430/BALL_x_PIT/
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For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
NEWS:
Indie Games Break Records: What to Expect Next? - https://80.lv/articles/indie-games-break-records-what-to-expect-next
REC ROOM:
IT: Welcome to Derry - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It_%E2%80%93_Welcome_to_Derry
Moonsigil Atlas Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3590810/Moonsigil_Atlas_Demo/
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, ball x pit, ball x pit game, ball x pit review, ball x pit gameplay, brickbreaker roguelike
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.
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For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
NEWS:
Steam Next Fest gave one indie game a 51,500% increase in players: https://www.pcgamer.com/games/steam-next-fest-gave-one-indie-game-a-51-500-percent-increase-in-players-1-week-ago-we-had-3-players-thank-you-all-so-much/
Notable Releases This Week:
Slots & Daggers: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3631290/Sl ots__Daggers/?curator_clanid=4777282
Dispatch: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2592160/Dispatch/?curator_clanid=4777282
Motion Rec: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2602230/MotionRec/
REC ROOM:
VEIN Early Access - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1857950/VEIN/
https://www.youtube.com/@CrimePaysButBotanyDoesnt
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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.
Absolum: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1904480/Absolum/ย
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NEWS:
https://www.gamesradar.com/games/god-of-war-ragnarok-lead-says-aaa-studios-should-diversify-into-double-a-and-single-a-and-then-perhaps-indie-even-if-blockbuster-releases-result-in-potentially-really-large-payoffs/
https://nerdist.com/article/indie-game-baby-steps-punishes-players-who-skip-cutscenes/
REC ROOM:
New World - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1063730/New_World_Aeternum/
Spirehelm Archive - https://www.youtube.com/@SpireHelm
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, absolum, absolum review, new beat em up game, beat em up 2025, absolum gameplay
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.
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For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com
Notable Releases This Week:
BALL x PIT - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2062430/BALL_x_PIT/?curator_clanid=4777282
Spindle - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1386750/Spindle/?curator_clanid=4777282
Absolum - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1904480/Absolum/?curator_clanid=4777282
Runeborn - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3073990/Runeborn/?curator_clanid=4777282
REC ROOM:
Peacemaker S2 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peacemaker_season_2
Keep Moving - Dead Calm - https://open.spotify.com/album/3DS1fGaYDk5KwcNrz3u0Qh
Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games
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 into Katanaut, a new cosmic horror roguelite!
Katanaut: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3032830/Katanaut/
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Notable Releases:
Sworn 1.0
Aethermancer
REC ROOM:ย
Getting Killed - Geese - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Getting_Killed
Icarus - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1149460/ICARUS/
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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.
THIS EPISODE: This week Tommy and Matty try out a new episode format where they don't review a game, but they talk about games!
Upcoming releases:
Absolum https://store.steampowered.com/app/1904480/Absolum/
Little Nightmares 3 (Oct 9th) - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1392860/Little_Nightmares_III/?curator_clanid=4777282
Ball x Pit (Oct 15th) - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2062430/BALL_x_PIT/
Cairn (Nov 5th) - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1588550/Cairn/?curator_clanid=4777282
Cool looking demos:
Minos https://store.steampowered.com/news/group/6638525/view/529858829083476634
Dice Legends (Oct 10th) - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3112170/Dice_Legends/
Shroom and gloom https://store.steampowered.com/app/3271280/Shroom_and_Gloom/
Sledding Game - https://store.steampowered.com/app/4029310/Sledding_Game_Demo/ย
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Notable Releases This Week:
Clover Pit https://store.steampowered.com/app/3314790/CloverPit/
Mars First Logistics https://store.steampowered.com/app/1532200/Mars_First_Logistics/
Hades 2 https://store.steampowered.com/app/1145350/Hades_II/
https://messenger.abeto.co/
REC ROOM:
Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/139400713-martyr
GG.Deals
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