EP06: Enshittification of Video Games and Maggi Goreng Mamak

EP07: F2P Game Models!

Join Danini, Fluff, and Niko in a whirlwind episode of "The Multitrack Drifters" where the trio navigates the vast universe of free-to-play gaming with the same ease and chaos as a spaceship through an asteroid belt. This episode delves into the intricacies and often hilarious misunderstandings surrounding the different models of free-to-play games. From debating the definition of 'freemium' with RuneScape as a case study, to discussing the ethics and mechanics behind gacha games, and even touching on the addictive qualities of rhythm games and the allure of Pachinko machines, there's no stone left unturned. Recommendations: R6 Goes Cute! - Rainbow Six : SMOL [https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/rainbow-six/smol] Gyroscope Mobile Rhythm Game : Rotaeno [https://www.rotaeno.com/en] Cool 2D Rhythm Game : Muse Dash [https://musedash.peropero.net/#/] ----------------------------------------------------------- Intro/Outro Music: 8 Bit Summer By HeatleyBros - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew⁠⁠⁠ [⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew]⁠⁠

EP06: Enshittification of Video Games and Maggi Goreng Mamak

"We've been to Hawaii and now we are back!" Is what Danini and Fluff said after their addiction to Like a Dragon 8 : Infinite Wealth caused the whole show to be on a hiatus (again!, dang it you two!) In this episode, Fluff kicks off the conversation by questioning the soaring prices of video games, sparking a discussion about whether these prices are truly justified given factors like quality and content. Niko chimes in with his thoughts on the "enshittification" of video games, drawing parallels to the way Mamak restaurants sometimes alter the beloved Maggi Goreng Mamak dish. From there, the trio delves into a lively exploration of the enshittification of video games and Maggi Goreng Mamak, the monetization strategies employed in the gaming industry, and the diverse mindsets prevalent among gamers—ranging from those who prefer PvE experiences to avid gacha enthusiasts (*coughs*) . On the second half of the episode, the trio made a thematic recommendation Valentines (since it was recorded on the day itself but certain someone is too busy with video game to edit it). Tune in as the trio give their clearly-non professional but passionate opinions as gamers on this episode of the Multi-track Drifters. Recommendations: LilAggy - Elden Ring Streamer [https://www.youtube.com/@LilAggy] Interactive Narrative Browser Game - Fallen London [https://www.fallenlondon.com/] Japanese Free-roaming Beat 'em up Series - Kenka Bancho [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peaC76TC6U4] ----------------------------------------------------------- Intro/Outro Music: 8 Bit Summer By HeatleyBros - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew⁠⁠ [⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew]⁠⁠

EP05 - Will You Be My Top Idol?

"It's Episode 5! Eh wait, where's Episode 4?!" After two weeks on hiatus (thanks to certain big video game), the trio is back again with their de-railings but this time the episode focuses on Idols! But before that, Danini clarifies what actually happened to Episode 4, which was supposed to come after Episode 3 (obviously). Then Niko starts the topic by talking about Love Live School Idol Festival, a free to play with paid gacha mobile rhythm game based on the hit series Love Live! School Idol Project. The conversation then led to K-Pop Rhythm Games, KLP48. Idol Lore, and more which then brought up a huge question - What makes one....an Idol? Tune in as the trio discover this with other relevant topics like The iDOLM@STER, Japanese Pro-Wrestling, Kugimiya Rie - The Queen of Tsundere and all other idol stuffs only on The Multitrack Drifters - Oh yeah we finally found a new official name for the show, no more The Placeholder Show! This episode was recorded on 28th January. certain things might've been outdated / happened. Recommendations: Hatsune Miku's My Dear Android (添い遂げたアンドロイドへ) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IME-t7Uw1Ok] Japanese Mix Martial Artist Mikuru Asakura's Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@mikuruasakura1] Dead Game Orbituary - Project Tokyo Dolls (RIP) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNF7sZ7yDMU] Like A Dragon 8 - Infinite Wealth [https://infinitewealth.sega.com/] ----------------------------------------------------------- Intro/Outro Music: 8 Bit Summer By HeatleyBros - ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew⁠ [⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew]⁠⁠

EP03 - Memorable Game Moments

"Can you believe it's only the third episode, and we're already taking a trip down memory lane?" On this episode of The_Placeholder_Show, Danini, who just recovered from a fever, finds himself reminiscing about a particular scene from a video game that struck a chord with him (which Fluff often hears this). This prompts him to inquire about the others' most memorable gaming moments. The trio takes a nostalgic look back at their gaming experiences, but there's something intriguing about Niko's interests in video games which added an unexpected layer to the conversation. Tune in to discover games that you wouldn't believe you'd hear about again in this day and age as The_Placeholder_Show takes you down the memory lane! Recommendations: J-Rap Duo: Creepy Nuts [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F_un08wc5A] J-Indie Group Homecomings [https://homecomings.jp/] Video Game: Transformice [https://store.steampowered.com/app/335240/Transformice/?snr=1_5_1100__1100&utm_source=steamwidget] ----------------------------------------------------------- Intro/Outro Music: 8 Bit Summer By HeatleyBros - ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew [⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew]⁠⁠

EP02- Is AI Good? The infamous 4Chan, Plagiarism and NFT

The 2nd episode of "The_Placeholder_Show" is here where the chaotic trio, Danini, Fluff and Niko talk about AI - how bad it is for companies to simply use it to replace humans (and a good example of its usage). The good and bad sides of 4Chan, Internet in a nutshell, plagiarism and NFT/Web 3.0 games. Since the episode was recorded during the 1st week of the year, Danini asked about new year's resolution (which spoiler alert, only he has it) and they wrap it up with their recommendations for you to explore! Recommendations: * NFT Game Youtuber @Jauwn [https://www.youtube.com/@jauwn] * Idol Group ラフxラフ(RoughxLaugh) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzodkegkvXQ&pp=ygUM44Op44OV44Op44OV] * Monster Hunter: World [https://www.monsterhunter.com/world/us/] * Bonus: Welcome To The Internet by Bo Burnham [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1BneeJTDcU] ----------------------------------------------------------- Intro/Outro Music: 8 Bit Summer By HeatleyBros - ⁠https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew [https://youtu.be/TiE9Vvmlxew]