Upgrade Terminal

FRAXY ft. Team D-13

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:00:00 GMT

In the season two finale, Malachi and Nick talk to the entire dev team behind Star of Providence about "Fraxy", a freeware shmup focused on user-made content.

Flan, Garoslaw, PureQuestion & AlexMdle all met within the Fraxy community and spent a lot of time there.

What was special about Fraxy? And how did it lead to the foundation of Team D-13?

A huge thank you to Team D-13 for making time to talk to us once more!

Some additional shout-outs to prominent Fraxy members not mentioned in the episode: Connor/The2Banned2One, MrLRG, Coreshooter, Enyx, Kohuded, Line Rider, and Dabir.

The new PXtone album Garo mentioned is here, featuring remixes of tracks from Star of Providence and Astronautilus: https://pxtunes.bandcamp.com/album/starseeker-astronautilus-vs-star-of-providence

Here are a bunch of Fraxy videos for further study:

https://youtu.be/xbr9eKFAZRE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEpzoLNugLo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wewPpbdfDTw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo_HnfShhdI
https://youtu.be/wUmELEEN0zA
https://youtu.be/JH4XbRAXgLI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTeZrno8DNc

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we will always be grateful for it.

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

We hope you enjoyed Upgrade Terminal!

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A Kind of Treasure

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:00:00 GMT

On the penultimate episode of season two, Malachi and Nick share their thoughts on the podcast and what Star of Providence has meant to them.

Then, over twenty community members contribute their thoughts on what StarProv means to them as well.

The episode closes out with a poem by Malachi called "Little Ships".

Thank you so much to everyone that sent us a recording to use in this episode!

Thank you to the PXtone community, who let us use some of their tracks from the Star of Providence Remix Album.

You can find it here: https://pxtunes.bandcamp.com/album/star-of-providence-remix-album

A new remix album, featuring remixes of tracks from Star of Providence and Astronautilus was just released this year.

You can find it here: https://pxtunes.bandcamp.com/album/starseeker-astronautilus-vs-star-of-providence

And immense gratitude to Malachi's dear friend Aureate for creating the soundtrack for the "Little Ships" poem!

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

What does Star of Providence mean to you? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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PAX West 2025

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Upgrade Terminal presents a short report on PAX West 2025, including an in-person interview with developer PureQuestion and friend of the show Lilac Olligoci!

A big thank you to the both of them for speaking to Malachi at PAX!

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their music is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Have you been to PAX? What do you like about it? Join our Discord server and let us know!

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Fan Writings #4: "A Cup of Lethality" by Nick

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Upgrade Terminal presents "A Cup of Lethality" by Nick, as read by Nick, WHATiFGirl, Malachi and Seth Sturgill of Bit Harmony.

After the piece, Malachi, Nick and WHATiFGirl chat about it and also some thoughts and suggestions on creating fanart in general.

Also discussed: making cookies, nature walks, getting all the medals, a true Balatro sicko, and enjoying a listener recommendation.

Check out WHATiFGirl's stuff!

Blueksy: https://bsky.app/profile/whatifgirl.bsky.social
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/whatifgirl

Check out all of Seth's many podcasts!

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/twodollarhero.com
Bit Harmony: A Video Game Music podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ba8qb4cWkblzH51nsvZNf?si=b91ca26109784c5a
The Koopa Cast is Seth's Nintendo-themed podcast, and here's the episode featuring Upgrade Terminal: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hIid7qgXKSJps6bqubcPr?si=5761d19e916f4779
All N Media: https://alln.media/

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

What type of coffee is in your cup? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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"A Cup of Lethality" audio edited by Nick

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Fan Writings #3: "Perched At The Boundary - First Ritual" by PunishingBirb

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Upgrade Terminal presents "Perched At The Boundary - First Ritual" by PunishingBirb, read by Malachi.

After the piece, Malachi and Nick discuss the piece and some commentary from PunishingBirb.

Also discussed: multiplayer matches, music and rain.

Thank you to Ivo Vicic, Andy Rapaporte, Cinematic Sound Design, Wild Audio, Unrealsfx, Cristian Lucchetta, and Artlist Studios.

Romi Kopelman played the cello version of Eric Satie's Gnossienne No. 1, while Bishara Haroni played the piano version used at the end.

Their work is available on artlist.io and I highly suggest you check them out!

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

What did you think of PunishingBirb's piece? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Aim Assist Arrival ft. Dunkey & Sean

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by videogamedunkey & Sean from Bigmode...for real!

They talk being a publisher, Star of Providence, and the new aim assist update that is coming to Nintendo Switch soon.

Also discussed: turkeys, evil bird song, Anhinga investigation, inheriting recipes, and the corn pit.

Things to Check out:

Bigmode: https://bigmode.com/games

Bigmode Discord: https://discord.gg/fR5JBhw4Fb

Bigmode 2025 Game Jam Playlist, courtesy of Witch Hazel: https://youtu.be/TKcXbtI39WQ?si=ODpI4vM0f2n9uG2h

Star of Providence Modo: https://bigmode.com/shop/star-of-providence-modo

Sean's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@videogamesean

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we love it to pieces!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Have you tried playing with aim assist on? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Ship Talk: AB, AM & Skully

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick chat about the Arena Blaster (AB), Armsmaster (AM) and Skully ships in Star of Providence.

Community members Wertus, Doom Man, Algol, Lurkermeyer, kali, and AgitatedSkelling10 generously contribute their written opinions in this episode!

Skully hacks into the episode to cause chaos, but in spite of that it's a good conversation.

Also discussed: Knights of Guinevere Pilot, and late huckleberry treasure.

Here's the Knights of Guinevere Pilot:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCAdbUaMlAE

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Thanks to artlist.io for the radio sfx, specifically KEDR Audio's - "Distorted Radio Transmission Shortwave Receiver Voices Static Slow Whine"

What do you think of the AB, AM & Skully? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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「Raihousha 」 ft. h1data

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by H1data, the (re)translator of Star of Providence into Japanese. They talk about h1data's start in localization, some of the changes they made to the original translation, and how they became the retranslator in the first place.

Also discussed: cold coffee and the end of summer, getting into BallisticNG, and the gift of tea.

h1data's Website: h1data.github.io/contact/

h1data's Mentions:

Hirohiko Araki (Baoh: the Visitor) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hirohiko_Araki

Kenji Miyazawa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenji_Miyazawa

Pathos: Nethack Codex https://pathos.azurewebsites.net/

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Have you played any of the Star of Providence translations? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Ship Talk: Sword & Chaos

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick chat about the Sword & Chaos ships in Star of Providence.

Also discussed: a request for fried rice and a kayak challenge

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

What do you think of the Sword & Chaos ships? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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A Font of Incredible Strength ft. ApprenticeNerd

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk with ApprenticeNerd, a connoisseur of construct languages, or conlangs.

They discuss some notable examples of conlangs, their personal favorites, and what a conlang could bring to Star of Providence.

Also discussed: a cat cafe, merch deliveries, making coffee, building houses

Check out Nerd's stuff:

Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/apprenticenerd/

AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/users/SassyDragon/pseuds/SassyDragon

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Would you find a conlang in StarProv intriguing? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Trials & Tribulations ft. Ruben

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Friend of the show Ruben returns to discuss the Trials, a "boss" "rush" added to the game after the Into Oblivion update.

They discuss the puzzles, the challenge, and the lore of the trials.

Also discussed: good music discoveries, Everdeep Aurora and psychological generosity, and the community's big SGDQ moment.

Ruben's Links

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@meriscan?si=a2zK_h1N4Eqg49U4

Low: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20ocPSPDyNE&list=OLAK5uy_lqrryJfWlaEONeeouRX9vHaa5Wwa2Ddyw

Picchio Dal Pozzo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InqNhh79or0

Will Borger's Everdeep Aurora Review: https://www.shacknews.com/article/145053/everdeep-aurora-review-searching-for-a-home-at-the-end-of-the-world

Professor Linda R. Tropp's article on psychological generosity: https://theconversation.com/making-eye-contact-and-small-talk-with-strangers-is-more-than-just-being-polite-the-social-benefits-of-psychological-generosity-252477

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

How far are you in the Trials? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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On the Stage ft. Lilac Olligoci

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick are once again joined by friend of the show Lilac Vrt Olligoci to discuss the many showcases they've done for Star of Providence, including their recent SGDQ run.

Lilac talks about where they'll go next and share advice for those wanting to follow in the trail they've cleared.

Also discussed: horse game, new challengers approaching, and the Mall of America.

You can find Lilac on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lilacolligoci.bsky.social

Watch Lilac's 2025 SGDQ run here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXAglNzW8y4

Other StarProv Showcases mentioned:

BIGHONKINBURGER's 2018 GDQ run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bc7dPwqN_xU

Kailaria's 2021 Flame Fatales run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4VpIDKAs3g

Lilac's Feb 2022 Fast Paced Events run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0YCDXsNf5E

Lilac's Jul 2022 Fast Paced Events run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0VlgpiPuSY

Lilac & Kailaria's 2022 Flame Fatales race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwZzH0k9C5A

Lilac's 2025 Power Up With Pride run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1tLWzLiIwE

Black in a Flash: https://gamesdonequick.com/site/blackinaflash

Frame Fatales: https://gamesdonequick.com/site/framefatales

Oengus.io: https://oengus.io/

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Did you get a chance to catch Lilac's run yet? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Minisode: The Maker of Modos ft. Mushbuh

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick present a short interview (of sorts) with the designer Mushbuh.

Mushbuh has partnered with Bigmode to design a figurine (or "Modo") for each of the games the studio publishes.

The interview touches on Mushbuh's influences, projects, and process.

The Star of Providence "Modo" is now available for purchase on Bigmode's shop, as well as the Bigmode Biggie and Animal Well Modos: https://bigmode.com/shop

Check out Mushbuh's wonderful work:

Itemlabel.com https://itemlabel.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoojTCmw2HzclisC0f2XBc1_JODdQWOH4zkcL5V9gcOCzXH7J_nN

The Item Label Discord Server https://discord.com/invite/itemlabel

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still amazed it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Do you own any itemlabel swag? Plan to buy a Modo? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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SPRINT 1 ft. Lilac & Kat

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

This episode puts a spotlight on the first "SPRINT", the Star of Providence Racing InterNational Tournament.

Malachi speaks with contestants and commentators Nick, Lilac Vrt Olligoci, and Kat AKA Volt Race.

Tune in to hear their thoughts on what makes SPRINT unique, what they enjoyed about the tournament, and where it may go next.

Also discussed: a successful apartment hunt, unsuccessful but enjoyable trouting, finding peace at a fireside and in a forest, and the wild Death Stranding 2 videos on YT.

You can find Lilac on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lilacolligoci.bsky.social

SPRINT's Bluesky is here: https://bsky.app/profile/sprint-racing.bsky.social

The entirety of SPRINT 1 can be found on Twitch, here: https://www.twitch.tv/sprint__racing/videos

Here is the Frame Fatales race between Kailaria & Lilac mentioned: https://youtu.be/gwZzH0k9C5A?si=cxB08iaPkluYFpPL

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Do you have ideas for future SPRINT events? Wanna join up? Do it! Join the official SPRINT Discord server!

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Beta Testers, Build 2: Dialixx & Rutabaga

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by friends of the show Dialixx & Rutabaga as they discuss beta testing

The second in our series of beta tester episodes!

Also discussed: Canadian elections, apple cider, a blue jacket, and a Blue Revolver.

Dialixx does pixel art commissions @Dialixx on Discord.

You'll never find Rutabaga.

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Have you ever wanted to be a beta tester? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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The Bit Harmony Boys ft. Matt & Seth

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by the hosts of the Bit Harmony podcast, Matt & Seth, to talk about their work, the meaning they find in it, how they met, and a few of their favorite games, among other things.

We've got lots of links for you, dear listeners:

Matt's must-read Star of Providence review: https://somanygames.co.uk/review/star-of-providence/
Bit Harmony: A Video Game Music podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ba8qb4cWkblzH51nsvZNf?si=b91ca26109784c5a
The Koopa Cast is Seth's Nintendo-themed podcast, and here's the episode featuring Upgrade Terminal: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hIid7qgXKSJps6bqubcPr?si=5761d19e916f4779
Matt's podcast Critical Diversions is here: https://open.spotify.com/show/13NCqLwxDv0FO6VIY3EaTS?si=22767d9f1bc6419d
All N Media: https://alln.media/
Carpool Gaming: https://carpoolgaming.com/
Matt's Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mattmurray.bsky.social
Seth's Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/twodollarhero.com

Games/Developers Mentioned:

Glyph: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/glyph-switch/?srsltid=AfmBOoqrJ1OaGFmEx0rHhKofKBomJzUxv90MrfcKFtmc45QFjkFe_wFa
Gimmick 2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2994880/Gimmick_2/
Vivid Lope: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2078510/VIVIDLOPE/
Sorry We're Closed: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1796580/Sorry_Were_Closed/
Greg Lobanov: https://dumbandfat.com/
Hypnospace Outlaw: https://www.hypnospace.net/
Streets of Rage 4: https://store.steampowered.com/app/985890/Streets_of_Rage_4/

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Have you listened to the Bit Harmony podcast yet? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Beta Testers, Build 1: Aki & Bullet

Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by friends of the show an_Aki and Bullet as they discuss the early days of beta testing for Star of Providence.

The first in our series of beta tester episodes!

Also discussed: frog song, a new chair, a new bed, and a new mic.

Here is Bullet's cursed audio vid:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1YKqxVEzVwg

Check out an_Aki's art on Bluesky:

https://bsky.app/profile/anaki.bsky.social

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Have you ever wanted to be a beta tester? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Coolant's Lore, Tome 2

Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Pt. 2 of Malachi and Nick's discussion with Coolant on the lore of Star of Providence. You should listen to Pt. 1 first.

Please keep in mind, the discussion is full spoilers for the game (for real, this episode has some extra deep secrets), so listen at your own risk!

Also discussed: Just lore. Yep, it's the only thing we talk about in this one, too! But if you're reading this right now, I imagine that's what you came for...

Check out Coolant's Lore Doc here:

Lore of Providence

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

What are your thoughts on the StarProv lore? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Coolant's Lore, Tome 1

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick sit down with friend of the show Coolant for a deep dive into the Star of Providence lore. Wiki editor, admin, and lore enthusiast, Coolant's generous, well-researched two-part lecture is a treat for any fellow lore lovers. Please keep in mind, the discussion is full spoilers for the game, so listen at your own risk!

Also discussed: Nothing. We literally talk about lore the entire time. Strap in!

Check out Coolant's Lore Doc here:

Lore of Providence

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

What are your thoughts on the StarProv lore? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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Effortless Action ft. Shinji16

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick speak to Shinji16, a Bemani and Star of Providence streamer about positivity, favorite bosses, and his thoughts on what rhythm games and shumps have in common.

Also discussed: too many games, ENA: Dream BBQ, and a bird poem in a bird card.

Check out Shinji's Twitch Channel: https://www.twitch.tv/shinji16

ENA: Dream BBQ: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2134320/ENA_Dream_BBQ/

The Kestrel by John Frederick Freeman: https://www.simple-poetry.com/poems/the-kestrel-27355872715

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Do you think rhythm games and shumps are related? Join the Discord server and let us know!

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A Post-Oblivion Dialogue

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick chat about the various goings-on after the official re-release of Star of Providence on February 20th, 2025.

Also discussed: fantastic fanart and a new café!

Links to the articles & Podcast mentioned:

Hidden Gems of Game Design - by Josh Bycer: https://www.superjumpmagazine.com/hidden-gems-of-game-design-volume-33/
Don't Sleep On This Indie Roguelike Cult Hit And Its First Major Update In Five Years - by Ethan Gach: https://kotaku.com/star-providence-roguelike-bullet-hell-videogamedunkey-1851765837
This bullet hell shooter mixes retro and modern in all the right ways - by Jay Peters: https://www.theverge.com/games-review/627954/star-of-providence-review-nintendo-switch-pc
Monster Hunter Wilds is surprisingly great in single-player - The Besties Podcast: https://thebesties.substack.com/p/monster-hunter-wilds-is-surprisingly

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored it exists!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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On Roguelikes & Writing ft. Grayson Morley & Ruben

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by writer and games critic Grayson Morley, as well as returning friend of the show and high-level shmup player Ruben to discuss how to improve at Star of Providence. Then, they talk to Grayson about his videogame newsletter Backlog, his award-winning short story "Brent, Bandit King", and learn a little about what to expect from the novel he is working on.

Also discussed: dog walks and Spring weather, replaying Okami, Regicide with friends, and an unexpected poem.

Our awesome theme music was composed by Garoslaw, and we're still floored about it!

A huge thanks as always to both Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

Checkout Grayson's Writing:

Backlog

"Brent, Bandit King"

Polygon

Grayson's Recommended Reading:

The Bright Sword, by Lev Grossman

Hum, by Helen Phillips

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Diving Into Oblivion ft. Doom Man

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Notice: Unfortunately, some audio interference while broadcasting from beneath the maintenance system caused issues with Malachi's audio. Sorry about that, listeners!

Malachi and Nick are joined by StarProv community member Doom Man to delve deeper into some of the new content in the Into Oblivion update that dropped last week. Loops 1 - 7 are discussed, as well as Trials 1 - 3, so expect spoilers for those! Also discussed: fighting tournament surprises, making dinner for friends, StarProv "eye traps", and getting back into making StarProv videos!

AND, this is our first episode debuting the amazing new intro music composed by none other than Garoslaw! We are so honored to have this intro.

A huge thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

You can check out Doom Man's art here:

Bluesky

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Edge of Oblivion ft. Guia & Ian

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Upgrade Terminal is BACK! And just in time, as Star of Providence: Into Oblivion comes out February 20th, 2025!

Malachi and Nick are joined by artists and fellow fans Guia and Ian to discuss the release date news, what they hope to see in the update, as well as Guia and Ian's awesome art.

Check out Guia's Art!

Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/whatifgirl.bsky.social

Tumblr https://whatifgirl.tumblr.com/

Linktree https://linktr.ee/whatifgirl

Check out Ian's Art!

Blueskyhttps://bsky.app/profile/ianboni.bsky.social

Websitehttps://ianboni.neocities.org/

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Minisode: The 2024 All Hallows' Eve Special

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 02:00:42 GMT

Upgrade Terminal presents: Void Seeker, a fanfic/audio drama for the spooky season, as well as a short discussion where Nick asks Malachi to explain himself.

Warning: strong opinions about candy corn are revisited and reiterated.

We hope everyone has a deliciously scary season!

Thanks to Ivo Vicic, Alon Peretz, Kyle Preston, and Jimmy Svensson, who created the music you heard in the piece.

Their work is available on artlist.io and I highly suggest you check them out!

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their sfx in this podcast.

Their music is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Rogue Transmission: PAX West 2024

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 20:02:04 GMT

Malachi and Nick break the podcast hiatus to present a short report on PAX West 2024.

A big thank you to the BigMode booth workers and everyone that spoke to Malachi at PAX.

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their music is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Heart of the Old World ft. PureQuestion & AlexMdle

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 18:30:13 GMT

In the season one finale of the podcast, Malachi and Nick have a chance to speak with Alex Mdle and Pure Question, two members of Team D-13, to talk about the history of Star of Providence.

Thanks as always to Garoslaw AND ALEXMDLE for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Rampant Speculation

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 12:00:03 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss the new trailer for Star of Providence, and the release date and revelations it may be hinting at. Then, they talk shop about the end of season one of Upgrade Terminal.

Also discussed: Good music from good friends, Rift of the Necrodancer, and a surprise mint invasion.

Check out the new trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRvv1ezR_Rs

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Pilot Interview #5: BulletDuDe

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 12:00:22 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk to BulletDuDe, a storied beta tester and community member. They discover the surprising origin of a rare in-game collectable, geek out over AlexMdle's artwork, and discuss the only way a 14th weapon could be added to the game.

Also discussed: Acing the seminar assessment, Nine Sols first impressions, and the return of summer shorts and fried rice.

Images Referenced in the Show:

Bullet's Meme

Alex's Edit

Alex's Mech Mage

You can find BulletDuDe here:

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Upgrade Terminal, Year 1: The Passage of Time

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:00:21 GMT

Malachi and Nick take a moment to acknowledge Star of Providence's release date, June 7th 2017, and also the past year of podcasting about the game.

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Pilot Interview #4: Dialixx

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:00:16 GMT

Malachi and Nick speak with Dialixx once again, this time for a pilot interview! Listen to hear how Dialixx discovered the game, became a beta tester, and his thoughts on art. Also discussed: Animal Well, lasagna, a trip home, hummingbirds, and the art of arranging a charcuterie board.

You can find Dialixx here:

Tumblr
Youtube
And he's on Discord as Dialixx

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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A Bevy of Beverages ft. Ruben

Mon, 20 May 2024 12:00:46 GMT

Nick, Malachi and Ruben talk about their relationship with the beverages of choice for Star of Providence's main characters, coffee and orange juice!

What do these beverages say about the characters drinking them? And what would Overlord, Chaos, and Skully's beverages of choice be?

Also discussed: Going to Hades with a friend, the aurora borealis, Hyperion Cantos, Citizen Sleeper, the "What If?" book series, and someone's birthday!

Hades II: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1145350/Hades_II/

Randall Munroe's books: https://xkcd.com/books/

Hyperion Cantos: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperion_Cantos

Citizen Sleeper: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1578650/Citizen_Sleeper/

Thanks as always to Garoslaw for allowing us to use his music and sfx in this podcast.

His work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Weapons of Choice Pt.2 ft. Ruben

Mon, 06 May 2024 12:00:56 GMT

This is part two of Malachi, Nick and Ruben's discussion on Star of Providence's weapons.

The focus is now on the Unique weapons in the game.

Which Unique could use some rebalancing? Which Unique grew on them? And will Malachi pick the same choice as Ruben every single time?

Only one way to find out...

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Weapons of Choice Pt.1 ft. Ruben

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:00:07 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by Ruben for part one of a discussion on Star of Providence's weapons.

What weapons could use some rebalancing? What weapons grew on them? And which are their favorites?

Also discussed: finding a new house, fighting loneliness, a Heroscape bee army, and Slowerpace's music

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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The Star of Providence Show ft. Coolant

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:00:17 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by Coolant to pitch each other their ideas on what a Star of Providence show would look like.

Also discussed: A coveted ZeroRanger achievement, embracing the rain, and cooking fried rice.

Coolant's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/ccoolant

The Earthbound Strategy Guide: Earthbound Strategy Guide: https://tiredoldhack.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/earthbound-strategy-guide.pdf

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Terminal Glitches 1

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 12:00:31 GMT

This is a short compilation of outtakes that are usually posted in our Discord server every Monday between episodes.

They feature many of our friends: Squega, Garoslaw, Rutabaga, Coolant, Lilac Vrt Olligoci, Meriscan, PaperLaur, DucDuck.

We thank them all once gain for spending time talking Star of Providence with us!

Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Aspiring Geomancers ft. Dialixx

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:00:22 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk with Dialixx about their impressions after spending more time with Advanced Geomancy, the incredibly charming official Star of Providence room editor!

Also discussed: New computer, personifying your PC, pancakes, and playing The Crew: Quest for Planet 9.

Check out Advanced Geomancy here:

https://snakeblock.itch.io/advanced-geomancy

The pancake recipe Malachi used: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/21014/good-old-fashioned-pancakes/

The Crew: Quest for Planet 9 (the game Nick mentioned): https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/284083/crew-quest-planet-nine

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Huge thanks to RenRen for allowing us to use their music from the Advanced Geomancy soundtrack.

They make lots of great music and you can find it on Bandcamp: https://mistajub.bandcamp.com/

And thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Garoslaw: Sweet Beeps are Made of This

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:00:32 GMT

Malachi and Nick have a chance to speak with none other than Garoslaw, the composer for Star of Providence's fantastic soundtrack!

How did he get his start in music? What advice does he have for others? What other projects is he working on? And who are Tosia and Mika?

Also discussed: Blowing Dunkey's mind, how amazing Balatro is, and revisiting Golden Sun after decades away.

Garoslaw's References:

Yoko Kanno: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoko_Kanno

Yuki Kajiura: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuki_Kajiura

Taku Iwasaki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taku_Iwasaki

Shirō Sagisu: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shir%C5%8D_Sagisu

Alstroemeria Records: https://en.touhouwiki.net/wiki/Alstroemeria_Records

Reaper Software: https://www.reaper.fm/

Battle of the Bits: https://battleofthebits.com/

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Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Rogue Transmission: Room Makers Unite!

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:00:00 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk about the latest incredible news to hit the community: Advanced Geomancy, the official Star of Providence Room Editor has been released!

And it's AWESOME.

Check out Advanced Geomancy here:

https://snakeblock.itch.io/advanced-geomancy

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Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Fan Writings #2: "Absurd Afterlife" by NIQNick

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:00:39 GMT

Upgrade Terminal presents: "Absurd Afterlife" by Nick, brought to life by PaperLaur and Lilac Vrt Oligocci.

After the piece, Nick and Malachi discuss the original prompt and Nick's thoughts about absurdism.

The second in the Fan Writing subseries of the podcast, which features fan writing inspired by Star of Providence.

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A big thank you to Nobonoko for the use of their song "What is Life Like for Planarian?" off of their album "Swamp".

Their music is available to stream on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sinewavy

And available to purchase on Bandcamp: https://nobonoko.bandcamp.com/

And our endless gratitude to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for letting us use their music and sfx on the podcast.

Their music is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Pilot Interview #3: Meriscan

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 13:00:43 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk with Meriscan, a long-time member of the Star of Providence community. What has kept Meriscan playing for so long? How was it participating in racing events? And how did he become a beta tester?

Also discussed: Coco's recovery, Diner Dash, invasive frost and pour over drip-bag coffee.

Meriscan's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Meriscan

The Co-Optional Podcast Meriscan references: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Umwz6Fxnnk&t=840s

Nick & Meriscan's awesome race from Monorail 2: https://youtu.be/MFFBcnO2wDI?si=fdKF3AZl9x67WL9B

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Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Pilot Interview #2: HorizonSinistre

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:00:42 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by Horizon Sinstre, "The Untouchable", a title he gained by completing many no-hit no-bomb boss fights in the mirror.

They talk about the beginning of Horizon's love of difficult challenges and what challenge runs they may attempt in the future.

Also discussed: game design school, Nick's January of Joy, and R.F. Kuang's book "Babel".

Check out Horizon's stuff!

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Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Room After Room

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 13:00:45 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss one of the most important characters in Star of Providence: the facility itself! Join them as they travel through each floor, theorizing as they go. Also discussed: Revisiting the Sims 2, a very cool doorman, and games that feel like an actual place.

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Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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The Cusp of a New Year

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 13:00:41 GMT

Nick and Malachi discuss what they hope 2024 may hold for Star of Providence.

Also discussed: frog-shaped guns, content wish lists, and podcast plans

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Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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The 2023 Upgrade Terminal Holiday Special

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 08:00:56 GMT

On a recent trip to the Archives, we unearthed a short fragment of Twin Spires Network's annual Giftmas Special. Thank you for listening, and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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Psychographic Pilot Profiles

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:00:48 GMT

Are you a Seal Seeker? Rune Carver? Scrap Runner? Sky Watcher? Or maybe a Terminal Hacker?

Malachi and Nick discuss these five different player profiles, adapted from Magic the Gathering for Star of Providence.

Also discussed: writing through tough times, the virtues of Christmas lights, and the Tetris Effect.

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Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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Hanging in the Hub ft. Lilac Vrt Olligoci

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:00:40 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk with Lilac Vrt Olligoci about video game hubs and what makes Star of Providence's hub special.

Also discussed: Panning for gold, late-night cheeseburgers, and medicating with music.

Lilac's Art: https://olligociarts.tumblr.com/

Lilac's Facility Diner: https://www.tumblr.com/facilitydiner

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Cultivating a Chinese Community ft. DucDuck

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:00:57 GMT

Malachi and Nick are joined by DucDuck, a Chinese speaking content creator who made a long form video about Star of Providence.

This required translating large portions of the game into Mandarin, which was no easy task.

Also discussed: Limbus Company, Returning to Risk of Rain, and the joy of a foggy morning.

Check out DucDuck's video here: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Jg4y1R7v7/

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Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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A Ghost in the Terminal

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:00:58 GMT

It's Spooky Season! Malachi and Nick talk about the seasonal change that the end of October brings to Star of Providence, and also the terror that lurks within the games story.

Warning: Strong opinions about candy corn are shared.

Also discussed: never ending nightmares and eerie mountain hikes.

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Thanks as always to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for allowing us to use their music and sfx in this podcast.

Their work is available on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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The Whys and Whos of the Wiki ft. Coolant & Rutabaga

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:00:42 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk to two powerful contributors to the Star of Providence Wiki: Coolant and Rutabaga.

Together they discuss the wiki history, triumphs, challenges, and hope for more contributors to heed the call.

Also discussed: a friend's victory, a mountaintop rescue, a new cat, and speedrunning Void Stranger.

Check out the Wiki here: https://starofprovidence.wiki.gg/wiki/Star_of_Providence_Wiki

And Void Stranger here: Void Stranger: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2121980/Void_Stranger/

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New Player Interview: Robert

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:00:49 GMT

Malachi and Nick talk to Robert about his experience playing Star of Providence for the first time.

Also discussed: Pumpkins, Loop Changes, and Sufjan Stevens

Note: This episode still features the mic stand causing Malachi's bad audio. Sorry! It will be destroyed soon.

Sufjan's Will Anybody Ever Love Me?: https://youtu.be/OLeCIRC4taY?si=RC83XXR5QIKYL9J9

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On Backlog and Enjoying an Obscure Game

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:21:23 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss Grayson Morley's video game newsletter "Backlog", which recently featured a piece on Star of Providence.

Also discussed: knowing when to take a break and cathartic concerts.

Please note: Malachi's new mic stand is responsible for the poor audio quality on his end.

It will not be tolerated. The mic stand will be destroyed and audio quality will improve.

Backlog:

https://www.backlogmag.com/p/star-of-providence-and-learning-to

https://www.backlogmag.com/p/minit-and-precious-life-seconds

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Fan Writings #1: "At the End" by PaperLaur

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 14:01:22 GMT

Upgrade Terminal presents "At the End" by PaperLaur.

Read by PaperLaur. After the performance, Malachi and Nick chat with PaperLaur about her excellent piece.

The first in the Fan Writing subseries of the podcast, which will feature the writing of fans inspired by Star of Providence.

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Edited by Nick & Malachi

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The Sky Shattered

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:00:56 GMT

Malachi, Nick and friend of the podcast PaperLaur discuss the BIG news: Monolith is now officially Star of Providence, the game has a publisher, and it's finally coming to a new platform!

Star of Providence BigMode Trailer

https://youtu.be/-fhTVD7fD1w?si=bqw4zFwmjNLcexN0

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Pilot Interview #1: Squega

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 14:00:38 GMT

Malachi and Nick interview Squega, an awesome streamer, Youtuber and fellow fan of Star of Providence.

Red Lobster is discussed! Puns are deployed! Stories are told!

Squega's Channels (and you should absolutely check them out):

https://www.twitch.tv/squega

https://www.youtube.com/@squega

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Additional Sound Effect Created by Roncli

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Paths to Profiency

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 14:00:56 GMT

Want to improve at Star of Providence? Malachi and Nick share advice from players in the community about how to get better at the game!

Also discussed: homemade pizza and resurrected trees.

Many thanks to everyone who gave us their time and advice for this episode, namely PaperLaur, Agod, Lilac, Coolant, Rutabaga, Garlyle, Cobalt, Just1ceFury, Jakuts, Lucarso, Dialixx, Flan, and AlexMdle!

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Cartridge Collectors

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 14:00:31 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss their favorite Cartridges from Monolith, playing RoR2 with friends, and appreciating nature.

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A Short Selection of Systems

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 14:00:31 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss mechanics they enjoy and some they hope eventually come to the game.

They also talk about DOOM and DUCKS!

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My House Doom Wad: https://www.doomworld.com/forum/topic/134292-myhousewad/

The Duck species in question: https://shorturl.at/irvH1

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Rogue Transmission: A Star by Any Other Name

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:00:45 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss some big news: The game "Monolith" is getting a name change!

A huge thanks to Garoslaw and AlexMdle for the use of their music in this podcast.

You can find their work on Bandcamp: https://arcofdream.bandcamp.com/

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On the Nature of Visitors

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:00:39 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss their Monolith headcanons, homemade bread, and shorts.

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Of Ships and Enemies

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:05:55 GMT

Malachi and Nick discuss their favorite Monolith ships, enemies, crosswords and coffee!

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Welcome, Visitors

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:00:32 GMT

Malachi and Nick embark on a new project: a podcast about a game they both love.

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