Checkpoint Magazine Podcast

On the eve of Valentine's day, Tamer Asfahani takes Jake Yapp to Paris to see a game set in the plague of France in the 16th century. Jake, with his expectations reflecting that of Valentine's Day, is shell-shocked when the day turns into an intense gaming session following the story of two siblings left to resist and hide from the French Inquisition. Both reflect on the game as parents and gamers and Jake is bitterly disappointed with the lack of love and attention Tamer gives him...

Also discussed: Far Cry New Dawn, Fortnite live events and Splatoon 2. Of course, there is the quiz too.Support Checkpoint Magazine Podcast

Show Notes

On the eve of Valentine's day, Tamer Asfahani takes Jake Yapp to Paris to see a game set in the plague of France in the 16th century. Jake, with his expectations reflecting that of Valentine's Day, is shell-shocked when the day turns into an intense gaming session following the story of two siblings left to resist and hide from the French Inquisition. Both reflect on the game as parents and gamers and Jake is bitterly disappointed with the lack of love and attention Tamer gives him...

Also discussed: Far Cry New Dawn, Fortnite live events and Splatoon 2. Of course, there is the quiz too.

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What is Checkpoint Magazine Podcast?

A new podcast hosted by comedian Jake Yapp and games journalist Tamer Asfahani that discusses their relationship with video games and how gaming has changed over the decades. Peppered with anecdotes, this podcast is a family-friendly look at gaming and meanders through funny, silly, emotional and thoughtful themes with gaming at the core of the discussion.