Flatfoots and Fools

Andrew and John
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A podcast about detective games. From themes to mechanics, we cover anything detective in video games. Contact Email: flatfootsandfools@gmail.com Show Discord: https://discord.gg/jGnFDyaY

  1. Jun 22

    Tangle Tower

    Today Andrew and John make their way up and town Tangle Tower, SFB’s 2019 game. This is the second game in the Detective Grimoire series, featuring P&C Adventure style investigation with deduction challenges. SFB continues to deliver top notch character and music, making this world a pleasure to play in. After Recording, The Mermaid Mask’s release date was confirmed as July 16th 2026 Adventure Vault: https://www.youtube.com/@AdventureVault Spoiler zone between 12:10 and 21:40 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/359510/Tangle_Tower/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter Crevier Podcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagross Music by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    29 min

  2. Jun 8

    Disco Elysium - The Final Cut

    Put on your Hideous Tie, because this week it’s time for Disco Elysium - The Final Cut! John and Andrew describe our journeys through Revachol in 2019’s entry for one of the best written games of all time. This RPG where your stats have a dialog with is probably the best known detective themed game of the last decade. We talk about the game itself, what we loved, and what was bleak. We also touch on the ongoing (at time of recording) legal battles over the ownership of the game itself. After Recording, ZA/UM released Zero Parades on the 21st of May. Neither of us has had time to look at it yet, and it’s not really in the Detective wheelhouse. Spoiler zone between 13:40 and 47:00 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/632470/Disco_Elysium__The_Final_Cut/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter Crevier Podcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagrossMusic by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    50 min

  3. May 25

    Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders

    Whip out your rail guides and sit back in your seats of choice as Andrew and John are here for the ride of Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders. The first of the Modern Poirot series, this cell shaded story closely follows the book of the same name. The deduction mechanics are light, but do a solid job of bringing you down the solution paths. Amusing note, R.U.S.E. was re-listed on Steam between the recording and the release of this episode. Spoiler zone between 14:00 and 21:30 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/374900/Agatha_Christie__The_ABC_Murders/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter Crevier Podcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagrossMusic by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    28 min

  4. May 11

    The Roottrees Are Dead

    Clear out your corkboards and get a fresh roll of string! Today Andrew and John dive into The Roottrees are Dead, and Roottreemania. With limited search tools, you must reconstruct generations of a family tree and uncover the secrets behind the sweet facade. We both really like this one, with John staying up way too late because he couldn’t put it down.  Spoiler zone between 11:43 and 24:15 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2754380/The_Roottrees_are_Dead/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter Crevier Podcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagross Music by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    33 min

  5. Apr 27

    Utter a Name

    Today we dive into Utter a Name, an investigation of a Victorian manor full of ghosts and bodies. In the Obra Dinn lineage, this is probably the most direct descendent, being almost a 2D version. After the game, we chat a bit about why there are so few games like this. Spoiler zone between 7:10 and 14:55 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3213430/Utter_a_Name/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter Crevier Podcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagross Music by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    22 min

  6. Apr 13

    Detective Grimoire: Secret of the Swamp

    Today, John and Andrew wade into the bog with 2014’s Detective Grimoire. This Detective - Point & Click Adventure hybrid has become the first of a series two release games, and one upcoming. In addition to some of the best music in detective games, this charming adventure’s wacky cast is a delight to investigate.  Spoiler zone between 9:38 and 25:50 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/272600/Detective_Grimoire/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter Crevier Podcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagross Music by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    31 min
  7. Return of the Obra Dinn

    Mar 30

    Return of the Obra Dinn

    This week we return to the foundations of the modern Detective Game Renaissance, with Andrew and John going through The Return of the Obra Dinn. It’s difficult to overstate the influence of Lucas Pope’s 2018 game on players and developers. It’s visually striking, and leaves the player to discover everything about this twisted tale for themselves. Seven and a half years on, this detecting experience remains a must try for anyone who can. Spoiler zone between 17:38 and 42:10 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/653530/Return_of_the_Obra_Dinn/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter Crevier Podcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagrossMusic by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    48 min

  8. Mar 16

    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Justice for All Part 2

    This week we continue Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Justice for All! Andrew and John and Lynx return to discuss the lows of case 3, the highs and quirks of case 4, and the how the title of the game becomes pivotal. We come out positive on the game overall, and Andrew finally understands more about the timeline and why Phoenix was being a pill to Edgeworth. Spoiler zone starts at the beginning, and goes until 25:36 Game on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/787480/Phoenix_Wright_Ace_Attorney_Trilogy/ Discuss this episode or any other detective games on our Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/CMxrckaqN4⁠ Podcast edited by Peter CrevierPodcast art by Lalita Gross https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalitagross Music by Atonic Music https://soundcloud.com/atonic-music

    30 min
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A podcast about detective games. From themes to mechanics, we cover anything detective in video games. Contact Email: flatfootsandfools@gmail.com Show Discord: https://discord.gg/jGnFDyaY

Information

  • Creator
    Andrew and John
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Andrew and John
  • Show Website
    Flatfoots and Fools