Christopher Thomas Plant

Mentioned in 8 analyzed podcast episodes across 1 show

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Episode Appearances

The Besties · Feb 6, 2026

Is Dragon Quest VII Too Easy? Is Nioh 3 Too Hard?

“Co-host of The Besties podcast; discussed Dragon Quest VII's structure and Nioh 3's boss design issues”

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined - Remake Quality and AccessibilityJRPG Streamlining and Quality-of-Life FeaturesTurn-Based Combat Design and Auto-Battle Systems

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The Besties · Jan 29, 2026

Cairn Is a Climbing Game for the Real Ones

“Co-host of The Besties podcast; primary discussant of Perfect Tides: Station to Station”

Rock climbing simulation game designSurvival mechanics in video gamesNarrative adventure game design

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The Besties · Jan 9, 2026

The Most Anticipated Games of 2026

“Co-host discussing anticipated games and sharing honorable mentions including Satisfactory and Dragon's Dogma 2”

Resident Evil franchise management and horror game design evolutionJRPG remake strategy and narrative innovation in remakesPokémon Pokkopia and creature-collection game design

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The Besties · Jan 2, 2026

Besties Battle Bracket: Best Bathroom Game (Patreon Bonus)

“Co-host of The Besties podcast, contributed game analysis and rubric development for the bracket”

Mobile game design for short-form play sessionsPortrait mode vs. landscape mode gameplay optimizationOne-handed gaming mechanics and accessibility

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The Besties · Dec 12, 2025

Metroid Prime 4 vs. Ooo: Showdown of the Search Action Games

“Co-host of The Besties podcast analyzing Metroid Prime 4 and Nintendo's strategic decisions”

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond game design and developmentNintendo Switch 2 launch lineup and first-year performanceMetroidvania game design evolution and innovation

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The Besties · Nov 21, 2025

Reflecting on 2025’s Best Games Ahead of GOTY

“Co-host contributing to GOTY deliberation and game recommendations”

Game of the Year Selection MethodologyAccessibility in Video GamesEarly Access Game Evaluation

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The Besties · Nov 7, 2025

What Even Is a Video Game?! (Grab Bag!)

“Co-host who discussed Power Wash Simulator 2 and Mortal Kombat Collection extensively”

Detective Game Design and Deduction MechanicsTime Pressure Systems in Narrative GamesSimulator Games as Wellness and Relaxation Tools

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The Besties · Oct 17, 2025

One Game to Consume All of Your Time

“Co-host analyzing ROG Ally X software experience and Microsoft's handheld gaming strategy”

Balatro game design and mechanicsRoguelike progression systems and balanceROG Ally X handheld device review

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