The Legend of Zelda is one of the most influential game series ever created, revolutionizing the way we play and experience games. With Ocarina of Time often hailed as one of the greatest games in history, the franchise has left a lasting mark on the gaming world. In this episode, we dive into the origins of Zelda, how it evolved over the years, and what continues to make it such a beloved and groundbreaking series.

00:00 Hi there!

02:12 The Legend of Zelda

10:13 The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

15:25 The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

16:24 The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

17:45 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

28:07 Conclusion

The episode used quotes from the videos from YouTube channels: Star Sessions, David Erick Ramos - Ocarina, Nintendo of America.

Author: Rival Abdrakhmanov

Cover: Katya Pavlova

Jingle: Ildar Fattakhov

In this episode, prepare for a +2 boost to your determination and a dash of luck, because we’re diving into the story of Larian Studios—the creators behind some of the most acclaimed RPGs of all time. The path to success wasn’t easy, with the studio facing countless challenges along the way. How did they overcome adversity and create Baldur’s Gate 3, one of the greatest RPGs ever made? Tune in as we explore Larian’s incredible journey and their quest to perfect the role-playing game.

00:00 Hi there!

02:25 Dungeons & Dragons

04:13 Swen Vincke and Larian

10:28 The Lady, the Mage and the Knight

15:23 Divinity and Beyond

23:32 Divinity II

26:51 Original Sin

33:24 Baldur's Gate

38:21 Conclusion

The episode used quotes from the videos from YouTube channels: BAFTA, Gameumentary, GameSpot Trailers, Larian Studios, thegameawards.

Author: Rival Abdrakhmanov

Cover: Katya Pavlova

Jingle: Ildar Fattakhov

Behind every great game lies a powerful engine, and today’s game engines are so sophisticated that the line between reality and virtual worlds is often blurred. But how did we get here? What sparked the rivalry between two of the biggest names in game development—Unreal Engine and Unity? In this episode, we dive into the history of game engines, from their humble beginnings to the high-tech marvels of today. We’ll explore how this fierce competition has not only driven innovation but reshaped the entire gaming industry.

00:00 Hi there!

01:47 Game engine

03:50 History of game engines

06:01 Creating Unreal Engine

09:47 Indie development

15:38 Creating Unity

20:53 Unreal Engine 4

24:12 Unity runtime fee

26:47 Conclusion

Author: Rival Abdrakhmanov

Cover: Katya Pavlova

Jingle: Ildar Fattakhov