Mythic Mind Games

Across the domains of literature, philosophy, video games, and movies, I discuss some of the place Mythic Mind has been in 2025 and where we are going in 2026.Become a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmind. For the rest of 2026, the discount for annual patronage is increased to 50%!Watch the video of this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/s-3WHigLagQListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(or become a patron to get all three shows in one ad-free feed)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mythic-mind--5808321/support.Use the code "mythicmind" for special discounts listed her: https://mydeals.page/1gin

The Mythic Mind Fellowship continues its Fallout series the first season of Fallout on Amazon Prime.Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/N6YsvnM95ugBecome a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

We continue our Fallout series with a critical (although still appreciative) look at Fallout 4 to discuss its philosophy and gameplay.Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/qyQPKmB42hABecome a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

Having just played The Forgotten City, I discuss my emerging thoughts on video games as a medium for philosophy and I critique the particular philosophies that I see presented through this game.Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/GSfW2U4V7Q0Become a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

We are continuing our Fallout series with the lore and philosophy contained within New Vegas.Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/7KZfhLl8Y0IBecome a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

This is the beginning of a Fallout series on the Mythic Mind Games podcast as we release weekly episodes leading up to the second season of the show on Prime. In this episode, we discuss Fallout 1-3. Subscribe here and to my YouTube channel so you don't miss anything!Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/vms-WX1euM8Become a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

Made for The Elder Scrolls & Philosophy, these are my summaries of the story of Morrowind's expansions, Bloodmoon and Tribunal.Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1Ayf0uZnOZF-xGwRFF2e8wU9q6E0F4J2Become a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

I am joined by patrons David and Micah to discuss Final Fantasy VI.Watch the video for this episode here: https://youtu.be/3d44YewC12wBecome a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

As part of our Elder Scrolls & Philosophy study, we discuss the main game of Morrowind.Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/dKGt3-l0W2gBecome a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and in a single feed.)

As part of our Elder Scrolls & Philosophy study, we discuss the main game of Morrowind.Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/XhwZUSxHhZ8Become a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

This is my summary of the story of Morrowind, prepared for "The Elder Scrolls & Philosophy," which is now is open to ALL patrons!Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/cYYrKpw3BYABecome a patron at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)Subscribe to the Mythic Mind Substack at https://mythicmind.substack.com/Subscribe to my personal Substack at https://andrewnsnyder.substack.com/

This is my mythological, philosophical, and theological analysis of the creation myth of The Elder Scrolls. If you have not already done so, I encourage you to first watch my presentation of the myth itself.Both of these episodes are part of the introductory unit for The Elder Scrolls and Philosophy, which begins the week of 10/19 and is open to ALL patrons!Watch the video for this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/EDk7u3gd2VEListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)Subscribe to the Mythic Mind Substack at https://mythicmind.substack.com/Subscribe to my personal Substack at https://andrewnsnyder.substack.com/

I am joined by patron Micah Jones to discuss Final Fantasy IVWatch the video for this episode here: https://youtu.be/p8r9agrl9k4Become a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)Subscribe to the Mythic Mind Substack at https://mythicmind.substack.com/Subscribe to my personal Substack at https://andrewnsnyder.substack.com/

his is my mythological, philosophical, and theological analysis of the creation myth of The Elder Scrolls. If you have not already done so, I encourage you to first watch my presentation of the myth itself.Both of these episodes are part of the introductory unit for The Elder Scrolls and Philosophy, which begins the week of 10/19 and is open to ALL patrons!patreon.com/my

I am joined by patrons David and Micah to discuss Final Fantasy IVWatch the video for this episode here: https://youtu.be/GWG5SSAieWYBecome a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmindProvide a one-time tip at https://buymeacoffee.com/andrewnsnyderListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

This is the introductory video for my course on The Elder Scrolls and Philosophy, which begins the week of 10/19.To enroll, purchase the course through the Mythic Mind Patreon shop or become a Tier 3 patron at patreon.com/mythicmindI hope to see you there!Watch the video for this presentation at https://youtu.be/neE-gRysI0U

I am joined by patrons David and Micah to discuss Final Fantasy I, II, and III.Watch the video for this episode here: https://youtu.be/jdX_JULD2aQBecome a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmindProvide a one-time tip at https://buymeacoffee.com/andrewnsnyderListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

I am joined by patrons David and Micah for a general discussion of Final Fantasy, including our experience with the series, its major themes, why it has such staying power, and more. Next time we will begin working our way through particular games.Watch the video for this episode here: https://youtu.be/mXSP_TWbMdABecome a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmindProvide a one-time tip at https://buymeacoffee.com/andrewnsnyderListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)

Join Andrew Snyder, David Rutledge, Kit Callis, Ian Miller, and special guests Megan Maldonado and Michael Kane for our discussion of Mass Effect 3!Watch the video for this episode here: https://youtu.be/mFuOGnRpbX4Become a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmindProvide a one-time tip at https://buymeacoffee.com/andrewnsnyderListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)Purchase Michael's book series: After MosesSubscribe to Megan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@megievalistListen to Kit's podcast: The Academy’s Captive Audience

Today I am joined by Master Samwise and Josh Traylor to discuss the potential value of video games, as well as some of our favorite titles.Note: I said that this conversation was originally part of Mythic Mind episode 80, but it was actually 78.Subscribe to Sam's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@master_samwiseBecome a patron and/or enroll in a course at patreon.com/mythicmindProvide a one-time tip at https://buymeacoffee.com/andrewnsnyderListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(Or become a patron and get all three shows early and ad-free in a single feed.)Watch the video for this episode here: https://youtu.be/C7g7z-PmVwU