Navigating Japanese Games from Overseas with Ray Barnholt – Hot Pot Gaming Podcast

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Sometimes, Japanese games have a certain allure to them that I have trouble quantifying. I've really started to question why I and others hold a game on a pedestal partly because of its country of origin. I also sometimes wonder why it's easy to feel awkward when engaging with Japanese gaming communities and personalities, setting aside the language barrier.

In this episode, I talk to Ray Barnholt about his experience with Japanese games throughout his life, his passion for Boku no Natsuyasumi, and how he achieved his dream interview with the Director of the series.

Ray's Links (rdbaaa.space)
Ray's Boku no Natsuyasumi Magazine Issue
Ray's Natsumon Review