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Episode Mentions
Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Daruni-O's: They Rock! (feat. Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Fire Emblem, Advance Wars, and Cairn)
“Elden Ring cited as example of blending open-world design with authored legacy dungeons”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
The Best PS5 Games of All Time - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Developed Elden Ring, considered top-tier PS5 game and potential #1 title by hosts”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
The Best PS5 Games of All Time - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Developed Elden Ring, considered top-tier PS5 game and potential number one overall”
Game Scoop! · Mar 24, 2026
Game Scoop! 850: Konami's Own Antiques Roadshow
“Referenced through discussion of Souls-like genre and Black Myth Wukong's relationship to Souls-like mechanics”
Game Scoop! · Mar 20, 2026
Game Scoop! 849: Look How They Massacred My Girl
“Mentioned in context of Elden Ring balance changes and boss design philosophy comparisons”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 20, 2026
Crimson Desert: Andy's Journey Begins! - Kinda Funny Gamescast Plays Sponsored by 5HE
“Elden Ring referenced as comparison point for open-world exploration and environmental storytelling without traditional narrative”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 19, 2026
Crimson Desert Studio Shares PLUMMET After Reviews - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.19.26
“Referenced as benchmark for successful souls-like game design and player engagement compared to Crimson Desert”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 11, 2026
Deciding The Greatest Video Game Sequel of ALL TIME - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Dark Souls 2 included in bracket; discussed as controversial but beloved sequel despite fan criticism”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
What’s the Worst FPS? - Kinda Feudy
“Developer of Elden Ring and Bloodborne, identified as Andy Cortez's favorite games”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
Bluepoint ALMOST Remade Bloodborne - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.02.26
“Rejected Bluepoint's Bloodborne remake pitch, prioritizing creative control over franchise monetization”
Game Scoop! · Feb 27, 2026
Game Scoop! 846: Requiem Is a Dream
“Mentioned as example of Japanese studio maintaining quality and cultural relevance in gaming”
The Besties · Feb 6, 2026
Is Dragon Quest VII Too Easy? Is Nioh 3 Too Hard?
“Developer of Dark Souls and Sekiro; referenced as comparison point for Souls-like design and difficulty philosophy”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Feb 5, 2026
Nintendo Direct Reactions + We Played a Bunch of Switch 2’s 2026 Lineup - NVC 798
“Elden Ring Switch 2 port delayed; PAX West demo showed improvement over Gamescom version”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Jan 9, 2026
Our Nintendo 2026 Predictions Spectacular - NVC 794
“Co-publishing Pokémon Duskbloods as exclusive title for Nintendo Switch 2”
The Besties · Jan 9, 2026
The Most Anticipated Games of 2026
“Developing Elden Ring successor with multiplayer-centric design, creating cautious optimism among core audiences”
Triple Click · Jan 1, 2026
(BONUS) We Beat The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
“Discussed extensively as having borrowed design elements from Ocarina of Time, particularly in Dark Souls and Elden Ring”
Game Scoop! · Dec 20, 2025
Game Scoop! 837: The 2025 Daemie Awards
“Mentioned in context of Elden Ring and Bellattro difficulty comparisons for Monster Train 2”
Trash Taste Podcast · Dec 19, 2025
Our Favorite Things of 2025 | Trash Taste #287
“Created Elden Ring, discussed as game that crossed mainstream appeal and influenced modern JRPG design”
Game Scoop! · Dec 12, 2025
Game Scoop! 835: You Picked the Games of the Century - Did You Choose Poorly or Wisely?
“Elden Ring ranked #1 game of the century; discussion of their design philosophy and influence on modern gaming”
The Besties · Dec 5, 2025
Dispatch's Second Chance (and The Game Awards Predictions)
“Expected to show Elden Ring DLC or new content at Game Awards; historically presents at the event”
The Daily · Nov 2, 2025
Sunday Special: The Year in Gaming
“Creator of Dark Souls and Elden Ring; discussed as pioneer of challenging difficulty-based game design philosophy”