130. More MMOs Should Pivot, Too Much Cheese, and more!

133. Forbidden Solitaire Review

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. Forbidden Solitaire: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3414580/Forbidden_Solitaire/ 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode Introduction * 00:02:27 Weekend Catch-Up: Family Parties and Baby's Second Swim Class * 00:12:33 Tommy's Weekend: Mother's Day Dinner and Pasta Overload * 00:06:01 Chinese Food Philosophy and Family Style Debate * 00:17:10 Discord Announcement and Juicy Take Segment * 00:17:31 Juicy Take: Every Game Should Use Hearts Instead of Health Bars * 00:27:27 Gaming News: Slay the Spire 2 Review Bombing and Path of Exile Updates * 00:39:17 Notable Indie Releases: Black Jacket, Outbound, and Subnautica 2 * 00:47:39 Forbidden Solitaire Review: Gameplay Overview and Mechanics * 01:00:22 Forbidden Solitaire: Story, Meta Experience, and Horror Elements * 01:08:32 Forbidden Solitaire: Visuals, Art Style, and Nostalgic Aesthetic * 01:13:12 Forbidden Solitaire: Sound, Performance, and Final Ratings * 01:19:43 Listener Questions: Fusion Cuisine, Day Jobs, and Favorite Apps * 01:28:01 Rec Room Recommendations and Closing NEWS: Slay The Spire Gamergate 2.0 - https://kotaku.com/slay-the-spire-2-is-getting-review-bombed-again-this-time-because-of-chuds-2000693961 [https://kotaku.com/slay-the-spire-2-is-getting-review-bombed-again-this-time-because-of-chuds-2000693961] Path of Exile Build Guides - https://x.com/pathofexile/status/2052496449389351165?s=20 [https://x.com/pathofexile/status/2052496449389351165?s=20] NOTABLE RELEASES THIS WEEK: * Black Jacket - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3100370/Black_Jacket/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3100370/Black_Jacket/] * Call of the Elder Gods - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2174380/Call_of_the_Elder_Gods/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2174380/Call_of_the_Elder_Gods/] * Mad King Redemption - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2369580/Mad_King_Redemption/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2369580/Mad_King_Redemption/] * Outbound - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2681030/Outbound/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2681030/Outbound/] * Subnautica 2 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1962700/Subnautica_2/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1962700/Subnautica_2/] REC ROOM: Widow’s Bay - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33332385/ [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33332385/] Jiminy Glick interviews Bill Hader - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoUAp9HCUv0 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoUAp9HCUv0] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games,forbidden solitaire, forbidden solitaire review, forbidden solitaire gameplay

132. Gambonanza Review

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. Gambonanza: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3509230/Gambonanza/ 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 132 Introduction * 00:01:33 Weekend Catch-Up: Baby's First Swim Class and House Projects * 00:06:53 Tommy's Weekend: Painting, Asterineer Expeditions, and Dog Incident * 00:12:10 Discord Announcement and Juicy Take Segment * 00:12:44 Juicy Take: Friend Slop Games Carrying the Indie Renaissance * 00:18:46 Release Date Announcements: Black Jacket and Subnautica 2 * 00:25:48 Notable Indie Releases: Will Follow the Light, Mixtape, and Infinity Sweeper * 00:33:39 Gambonanza Review: Gameplay Overview and Chess Mechanics * 00:49:41 Gambonanza Review: Visuals, Art Style, and Boss Design * 00:54:11 Gambonanza Review: Sound, Performance, and Final Ratings * 01:03:29 Listener Questions: Gaming Genres, Dream Games, and Smash Burgers * 01:15:06 Rec Room Recommendations and Closing NEWS: Black Jacket Release Date Announced: https://www.gematsu.com/2026/05/black-jacket-launches-may-12-for-ps5-xbox-series-switch-and-pc [https://www.gematsu.com/2026/05/black-jacket-launches-may-12-for-ps5-xbox-series-switch-and-pc] Subnautica 2 Release Date Announced: https://unknownworlds.com/en/news/subnautica-2-cinematic-trailer-release-date [https://unknownworlds.com/en/news/subnautica-2-cinematic-trailer-release-date] Notable Releases This Week: * WILL: Follow The Light - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3144860/WILL_Follow_The_Light/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3144860/WILL_Follow_The_Light/] * Mixtape - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2582320/Mixtape/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2582320/Mixtape/] * Infinity Sweeper - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3161400/Infinity_Sweeper/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3161400/Infinity_Sweeper/] * Sticker/Ball - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3537690/_STICKERBALL/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3537690/_STICKERBALL/] REC ROOM: Obsidian - https://obsidian.md/ [https://obsidian.md/] I’m People - Hiss Golden Messenger - https://hissgoldenmessenger.com/im-people/ [https://hissgoldenmessenger.com/im-people/] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games,gambonanza review

131. Vampire Crawlers Review

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. Vampire Crawlers: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3265700/Vampire_Crawlers_The_Turbo_Wildcard_from_Vampire_Survivors/ 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 131 Introduction * 00:01:55 Weekend Catch-Up: Red Bank Pizza Festival and Banana Ball * 00:08:03 Tommy's Weekend: Kids Birthday Parties and Yard Work * 00:11:24 Discord Announcement and Juicy Take Segment * 00:12:05 Juicy Take: Content Creator Campaigns and Gaming Marketing * 00:28:27 Notable Indie Releases: Majin, Forbidden Solitaire, and More * 00:36:40 Vampire Crawlers Review: Gameplay Overview and Mechanics * 00:50:38 Vampire Crawlers Review: Visuals, Sound, and Performance * 01:00:58 Vampire Crawlers Final Ratings and Verdict * 01:02:53 Listener Questions: Smash Bros Fights and Banana Ball * 01:11:25 Rec Room Recommendations and Closing Notable Releases This Week: * Magin: The Rat Project Stories - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1205270/Magin_The_Rat_Project_Stories/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1205270/Magin_The_Rat_Project_Stories/] * Forbidden Solitaire - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3414580/Forbidden_Solitaire/ * Gambonanza - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3509230/Gambonanza/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3509230/Gambonanza/] * Far Far West - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3124540/Far_Far_West/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3124540/Far_Far_West/] REC ROOM: Jury Duty Season 2 - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22074164/ [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22074164/] Bugonia - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12300742/ [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12300742/] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games,vampire crawlers, vampire crawlers review

130. More MMOs Should Pivot, Too Much Cheese, and more!

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. 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 130 Introduction * 00:01:15 Weekend Catch-Up: Windrose, Family Visits, and Baby Helmet Consultation * 00:10:21 Discord Announcement and Community Invite * 00:10:43 Juicy Take: More MMOs Should Pivot to PVE Co-op Games * 00:20:18 What We've Been Playing: Windrose, Skull Horde, and More * 00:29:12 Notable Indie Releases: Vampire Crawlers, Bylena, and Typing Farmer * 00:39:42 Gaming News: IGN Controversy and Mouse PI Review Drama * 00:47:50 Graveyard Keeper Marketing Masterclass and Winrows Success * 00:54:46 Listener Questions: Objects That Make You Happy and Changing Review Scores * 01:02:24 Rec Room Recommendations and Closing Notable Releases This Week: * Vampire Crawlers - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3265700/Vampire_Crawlers_The_Turbo_Wildcard_from_Vampire_Survivors/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3265700/Vampire_Crawlers_The_Turbo_Wildcard_from_Vampire_Survivors/] * Bylina - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2461440/Bylina/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2461440/Bylina/] * Typing Farmer - https://store.steampowered.com/app/4216670/Typing_Farmer/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/4216670/Typing_Farmer/] * Factory 95- https://store.steampowered.com/app/3987250/Factory_95/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3987250/Factory_95/] NEWS: ‘Windrose’ Has Tripled Its Steam Players In A Week - https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2026/04/20/windrose-has-tripled-its-steam-players-in-a-week/ [https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2026/04/20/windrose-has-tripled-its-steam-players-in-a-week/] IGN review of Mouse PI For Hire is like a parody of game journalists - https://www.reddit.com/r/KotakuInAction/comments/1sp3wtw/ign_review_of_mouse_pi_for_hire_is_like_a_parody/ [https://www.reddit.com/r/KotakuInAction/comments/1sp3wtw/ign_review_of_mouse_pi_for_hire_is_like_a_parody/] REC ROOM: Windrose - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041230/Windrose/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041230/Windrose/] Angine de Poitrine - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ssi-9wS1so&list=RD0Ssi-9wS1so&start_radio=1 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ssi-9wS1so&list=RD0Ssi-9wS1so&start_radio=1] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games

129. Skull Horde Review

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. Skull Horde: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3199360/Skull_Horde/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3199360/Skull_Horde/] 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 129 Introduction * 00:01:36 Weekend Catch-Up: Harry Potter Show and Uncle Giuseppe's * 00:04:16 Winrows Early Access and Baby Helmet Consultation * 00:08:53 Tommy's Weekend: Atlantic City Beer Fest and Pokemon Card Sale * 00:13:33 Discord Announcement and Community Invite * 00:14:04 Juicy Take: New Genre to Change Gaming by End of Year * 00:18:03 Triple I Showcase Overview and Standout Games * 00:21:41 Triple I Deep Dive: Lost Railway, Crop, and More * 00:30:00 Notable Indie Releases: Winrows, Mouse PI, and Replace * 00:38:12 Skull Horde Review: Gameplay Overview and Mechanics * 00:43:43 Skull Horde: Strategy, Difficulty, and Build Variety * 00:53:25 Skull Horde: Visuals, Art Design, and UI * 00:58:49 Skull Horde: Sound, Performance, and Final Ratings * 01:06:00 Listener Questions: Triple I Favorites and Sports Logos * 01:14:49 Rec Room: Nodecraft Servers and Last Laugh Reality Show NEWS: iii Showcase Recap - https://iii-initiative.com/ [https://iii-initiative.com/] Notable Releases This Week: * Windrose - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041230/Windrose/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041230/Windrose/] * Mouse: PI For Hire - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2416450/MOUSE_PI_For_Hire/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2416450/MOUSE_PI_For_Hire/] * REPLACED - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1663850/REPLACED/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1663850/REPLACED/] * Tap Tap Loot - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3959890/Tap_Tap_Loot/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3959890/Tap_Tap_Loot/] REC ROOM: Nodecraft - https://nodecraft.com/ [https://nodecraft.com/] Last One Laughing UK - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LOL:_Last_One_Laughing_UK [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LOL:_Last_One_Laughing_UK] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games,skull horde, skull horde review, skull horde gameplay