Player One Completionist

Player One is back at The Game Expo Melbourne at the MCEC! Phil talked to some attendees and creators and created a package that highlights people’s hype for TGX and hopes for Australia’s indie game scene.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent Pokemon Presents has got the Player One hosts feral for the new announcement of Generation 10 - Winds & Waves. With the evolution of Pokemon games, we discuss how games have veered towards open world and how we feel about them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with another new host, Tom! Phil, Rav, Marko and Tom get to know each other and discourse about physical media preservation and whether or not we're blinded by nostalgia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Harrison, Phil & Light discuss the first big games announcement of 2026 - the State of Play and what games they're excited for! We also delve into a big gaming question - do we own anything entertainment-related anymore?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harrison and Rav of Player One welcomes new presenters: Light and Marko, and makes predictions for gaming in 2026! Tune in as we talk about the end of 2025, what's to come, and Harrison's quiz tradition that hazes the new hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with more from PAX Aus! Phil spoke to the students presenting their games at the convention to hear from the up-and-coming game developers across Australia. We also discuss what we've been playing and the latest delay to hit Grand Theft Auto VI. Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Darcy and Hugo reminisce on flash games of old and finally discuss the recent State of Play. Not to mention player one is heading to pax so Darcy gives the audience and Hugo a rundown of what to expect for his first time   Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do Pokémon and the console wars have in common? they both have generations. With announcement of a Snake Eater Remake, Darcy and Hugo discuss there thoughts on how video games have changed over the years Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Listen to find out Hugo's favourite cake and what games he cant put down. Hugo and Phill also discuss the announcements from Gamescom and what they're are excited for, particularly the horror announcements. Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Hugo and Phil dive into all things indie games! They talk local gems, their favourite hits, and are joined by Josh from Indieformer, the Melbourne-based guide for indie gaming - check it out at indieformer.com! Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darcy and special guest Maddie discuss Five Nights at Freddy's, Mobile Games and controversial takes on The Last of Us season 2! Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with a new logo! And just in time, we're talking about reboots - games we'd like to see a comeback from. We also chat a bit about the past of the Nintendo Switch and the future of Super Smash Bros. Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Darcy and Phil are talking game jams, handheld games, and tough choices in games. They also prepare for The Game Expo 2025 - stay tuned for our coverage of the convention! Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Phil reflects on Australian animals that have made their way into the gaming world, with Death Stranding 2: On the Beach featuring the ever lovable quokka.  Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new Pokemon game is on the way! Darcy and Phil unpack the recent Pokemon Presents, giving their thoughts on Pokemon Legends Z-A. They also talk local events, gaming adaptations, and games they wish were given a chance. Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil and Zack were joined on this week's show by Haydon Bakker, the technical designer at the Melbourne-based indie studio, Ghost Moth. Ghost Moth recently released their puzzle dating simulator, Matchmaker: Dungeon Heart, which Phil has been trying out! In the second half of the show we were joined by Sam Leitch, the sole developer at Soliloquy Games. Leitch recently put out his first game, Wren's Resurgence, and spoke to us about the five year journey he had from initial ideas to current release. Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we had a State of Play showcasing a whole bunch of new games, including the new direction for the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise and a brand new Sonic racing game. The team unpacks their favourite announcements, as well as chatting what they played over the holidays. Games discussed: Minecraft, Link's Awakening, Princess Peach: Showtime, Jurassic World Evolution 2, Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic, Split Fiction, Dream of Another, Forza Horizon 5, Stray Gods Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Zack, Darcy, and Harrison talk co-op games you can play with that special someone in your life (or your friends, that also works). We also discuss the Multiversus shutdown, ACMI's upcoming gaming exhibits, the Magic the Gathering cinematic universe, and why console to PC ports just don't work. Games discussed: Multiversus, Untitled Goose Game, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, The Sims, Magic the Gathering, The Last of Us. Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the grand finale! The Player One team are talking about the best games they played in 2024. It was an incredible year for games, with plenty of high-octane action, mysterious worlds, devious puzzles and multiplayer thrills to go around. We can't wait to see what next year will bring! Games discussed: Outer Wilds, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Balatro, Animal Well, UFO 50, Marvel Rivals, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Batman: Arkham Shadow, Black Myth: Wukong, Parking Garage Rally Circuit, Sonic X Shadow Generations, Hades II, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, Pokemon Legends: Z-A Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Zack is joined by a mysterious, Harrison-sounding Wizard! The wizard peeks into their crystal ball as the two cast their guesses for The Game Award nominees and argue about the award show indie curse. The pair also look back on Game Awards of years prior, talk about their most-wanted remakes, and end things off with a magical quiz. Games discussed: Inscryption, Digimon Survive, Black Myth: Wukong, Balatro. Pokemon Black/White, Kid Icarus: Uprising Make sure to share the show around and get in touch with us on Instagram @PlayerOneSYN You can listen to Player One live on SYN Media every Monday from 8pm. Tune in on 90.7FM, DAB+, or via the SYN website, syn.org.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.