Against the Storm

Lousy Smarch weather! Come in from the cold and warm up with an episode on the recent hit citybuilder roguelite Against the Storm. We’ve got biscuits and pie, jerky, and a nice dry roof to keep your resolve high. There’s lots to talk about between lizard happiness, a Queen that no one has confirmed exists or not, and everyone’s favorite topic: supply chain logistics! Man it’s wet out there. Check me through will you? Custom RSS Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Music Transcript 1:19 - game stats 3:30 - one sentence description 6:20 - » all devs go to heaven warning « 9:30 - our story begins 12:19 - End game disappointment and seal mechanics explained 17:10 - Overworld structure and meta progression criticism 19:39 - City building mechanics and randomized building systems 27:07 - UI problems and blueprint menu frustrations 32:44 - Queen’s impatience meter and reputation system mechanics 42:12 - Art style debate (Warcraft-like graphics divisive opinions) 51:20 - Tutorial experience problems and UI learning curve 1:06:00 - rankings and final thoughts 1:16:48 - similar games Next episode: Balatro Contact us at [email protected]! https://grogpod.zone Intro music: Chad Lawson Trio - If I Only Had A Brain Outro music: Mikołaj Kurpios - Forest Lights