Episodes
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A Collector's Edition With No Game?
Tune in to Player One where Harrison, Denise, Ruby and Hugo discuss games as lego sets, fighting game crossovers and a fire evacuation from the studio that left this week a little short. The team is getting excited for PAX coming up this weekend!
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D23 & ACMI's Long March: Restart
This week on Player One, Marko, Phil, Denise & Light discuss major announcements from D23, ACMI and Pokopia. Tune in to find out the wildest anticipated Fortnite characters, and who our hosts want to see!
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So You Walk Into A Tavern...
Phil, Harrison, Rav & Hugo discuss Big Walk releasing, E-Sports, and their favourite D&D tropes! Will there be dungeons? Will there be dragons? Tune in to find out!
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What Soundtracks Are The GOAT?
Marko, Light, Denise and Nish discuss their favourite video game soundtracks of all time! Alongside the Playlist and the Quiz, they discuss online game server closures, modding and some major game announcements. Tune in to hear what they have to say!
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PlayStation Network Outage & Underrated Gems
This week on Player One, Hugo, Nish, Marko and Rav talk about games they think deserve the spotlight, but don't quite get their flowers. Rav raves about D&D as the group proposes a potential (and very unlikely) future for Player One - a D&D campaign for the rest of the season. Tune in to find out...
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What Do We Want? A Player One Episode!
On this week's episode, Harrison, Rav, Light & Denise discuss Australian representation, sequels and clothing that they want to see from video games. Listen in to hear their thoughts on the Love and Deepspace character that got removed after a month of hype-building.
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New Members Have Joined The Party!
Phil and Marko are joined by some new and some familiar voices to start off Season 2! This episode introduces Hugo, Denise and Nish, and together, the five discuss Pokemon TCG reaching their 30th Anniversary, Playstation announcing they're going disc-less, and Phil asks the infamous quiz question...
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Zack Is Back for a One-Episode Exclusive!
Harrison and Rav give special guest, Zack (ex-Player One host & producer) one final Player One show to send him of as he leaves SYN. We talk about favourite indie games, Harrison & Rav participating in Pokemon TCG regionals, and of course, THE QUIZ!
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Danyon Street Talks All Things Art At Player One!
Concept Artist Danyon Street joins Player One this episode with Phil, Light and Rav to talk all things art-related in video games! We get into a debate about art vs mechanics and whether we prefer stylised art or realism in video games. Tune in to hear our opinions!
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Can We Speak To Your Manager?
Join Phil, Tom, Marko and Light as they discuss some anticipated games, what makes a good rhythm game, and Tom's love for Just Dance. Tune in to find out why we're talking about the woman we're all afraid of - Karen - and internet culture in relation to video games.
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Happy Easter! Time For Easter Eggs & "Bunnies"
Happy Easter from Player One! Tune in to hear Harrison, Phil, Marko & Light discuss their favourite easter eggs - spoiler: they're not chocolate! Listen to Harrison's rollercoaster of emotions during this week's quiz because of a single rule that could change the entire outcome.
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A Monetary Shift In Video Games
Join Player One this week where Harrison, Marko, Rav & Tom discuss the implications and effects of Epic Games layoffs, Playstation price increases and the push of digital ownership. Listen this week to find out Yoshi's real name - Yes, Yoshi has a real name!
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Industry Power Moves & A.I. in Games
Light, Marko and Tom are in-studio this week talking about recent launches, game industry stability and game developer & audience perceptions on generative A.I. in the games. Tune in to also hear their most anticipated games and updates in the coming months!
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Radio Package: The TGXperience
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.
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Who's that Pokemon? It's Player One, all about Gen 10!
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.
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Tom Lefroy Joins The Party!
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.
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State of Play & Switch 2 Hopes
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?
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A New Year Of Player One!
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.
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PAX Student Showcases and a GTA VI delay
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…
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Player One is going to PAX AUS!
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…
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Console debates and Pokémon traits
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…
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IT'S HUGO'S BIRTHDAY
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...
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Indie Gaming (feat. Indieformer)
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...
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Darcy's Last-minute Extravaganza
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...
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The reboots episode
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…
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Game jams and making choices
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…
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Death Stranding 2: Quokka on the Beach
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…
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Pokemon presentations and giving games a chance
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...
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Meet the team behind a monstrous new dating sim
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...
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Holiday Gaming and the State of Play
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:...
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Co-op games and PC ports
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…
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Player One's Games of the Year 2024
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...
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Great Games (With a Wizard)
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...
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The Best Worst Switch Prediction
Zack and Harrison look into their crystal ball and attempt to predict what the Switch 2 could (or maybe should...) look like and trust me, this one's a doozy! The duo also talk Pokemon's new online TCG, the year in gaming TV shows, and some rapid-fire news. Games discussed: Inscryption…
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Dungeons & Dragons & Disappointment
This week Zack, Rav and Harrison get nerdy with some Dungeons and Dragons talk as they unpack the latest edition/revision/update/whatever the new DnD book is supposed to be. We also hear from Aussie streamer JustShads_ about games streaming with a disability, who Darcy spoke to at PAX Aus 2024.…
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Our favourite games from PAX Aus 2024
We've had a very busy weekend at PAX Aus 2024, watching, talking about, and of course playing plenty of games on the showroom floor. Zack and Harrison unpack the event, from their general thoughts to their favourite games. We also hear from some of the local indie developers putting out great…
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Gaming Communities and PAX Preparation
This week Bianca, Darcy and Rav get on board the hype train for PAX Aus 2024! The team talk best community games, video game adaptations, and of course what they're keen to see and do at the convention. We'll be on the scene at PAX so we're sure to see you all there! Make sure to tune into our...
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Here's what's happening this Melbourne International Games Week!
Melbourne International Games Week kicks off this week with plenty of events for all sorts of gamers. Tune in to hear the low-down on what you can expect this week! You can also find the full program here. We also hear from Martin Stradling, solo game developer behind Rita, a 2024 PAX Aus Indie...
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Card Games and Queer Games
We're back from our season break with a whole lot of gaming news! Tune in to hear our thoughts on the PS5 Pro (hint: it's not good), find out what games we've been playing, and catch our chats with some very special guests! We were joined on the show by James, the one-man team behind the card…
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Will Shadow the Hedgehog Wield a Gun?
It's the final show of season 3, and we've been blessed with not one, but two video game movie trailers! Zack and Darcy talk about why the Minecraft movie looks... unpleasant, but at least Sonic the Hedgehog 3 looks good! The team also talk Concord being taken off store shelves, the Australian…
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Gamescom 2024 and Melbourne International Games Week
Lots to cover this week as Zack and Darcy tackle the wonderful slew of announcements from Gamescom 2024 and dive into the Melbourne International Games Week program! MIGW is running 3-13 October with so many events, from theatre shows to play-tests to educational workshops. Tune in to hear what...
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Are the Series X and PS5 disappointing?
This week Zack, Darcy, and Bianca go through some hefty news, with studio acquisitions and ongoing legal feuds across the gaming landscape. In The Playlist, Zack gets back on the metroidvania train with Dead Cells while Bianca goes over a card game classic, Magic the Gathering. The team then ask...
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Mods, Crossplay, and Rose-Coloured Glasses
Rav and Darcy take over this week! In news, we've got a new gaming festival launching in Australia, as well as the closure of an iconic gaming magazine. The team also talk what they've been playing this week - Darcy embraces teenage angst with Life is Strange while Rav gives a small preview of…
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Asymmetric Multiplayer and Our Favourite NPCs
We've got a hefty bit of news in this show, with video game actors going on strike and the closure of the iconic X-Box 360 store. We also catch up with Rav, Darcy and Zack to find out what they've been playing, before jumping into asymmetric multiplayer, the best NPCs and movie tie-in games.…
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The Worst of the Best and Hate Playing Games
This week is all about the best of the worst and the worst of the best. Join Jack, Darcy and Rav as they talk hate-playing games, the ups and downs of battle-passes, and the worst levels in the best games. Games discussed: Gotham Knights, Satisfactory, Boyfriend Dungeon, Fall Guys, Waframe,...
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We're Very Professional Trust Me
Kicking off season 3, Rav, Darcy and Jack talk going pro in gaming - E=sports and speedrunning! The team also go through their gaming backlogs, talk what they've been playing, and test each other's knowledge. Games discussed: Overwatch 2, Stardew Valley, Minecraft, Bloodborne, League of Legends,...
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Couch Co-op and the Best DLCs
It's the season 2 finale! Join Jack, Darcy, Rav and Zack as they dive into the world of couch co-op, figure out why superhero games always get the best DLC, and of course get mad at each other during the quiz! Games discussed: Minecraft, Hades II, The Finals, Warframe, Kitchen Rush, Skylanders,...
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24 Hour Marathon Special!
As part of our annual radiothon, SYN's general manager (and 2019 Player One host) Ruby jumped in the studio for a whole 24 hours! Zack and Jack joined her for 2 of those hours to look back on the year so far, confess their gaming sins, and of course do some extra special trivia. It's an extra...
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Voice Acting with Guy Cunningham
Zack, Darcy, Jack and Rav were joined by Guy Cunningham, voice actor of Warframe's Ticker and Head of Gaming with Bigmouth Voices. Listen to hear Guy's guide to getting started with voice over and voice acting as well as some industry insights! Games discussed: Warframe, Hades II, Animal Well…
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Console Exclusivity and Gaming Let Downs
Zack, Darcy and Jack discuss the ups and downs of console exclusivity after Sony's release of Ghost of Tsushima on PC. They also talk about their most wanted gaming adaptations, the biggest let-downs in games and of course all the games they've been playing. Not to mention the classic weekly…
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Delving into all things gaming in and around Naarm/Melbourne. From the latest hits and under-the-radar indies to tabletop roleplaying games and LARP, Player One is the show for every gamer.
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