Alex, Jem, and Matt return to disability in games and examine how disabled people are represented (or not) across game... more

Exploring Allies in Gaming: The Good, The Bad, and The Betrayals In this episode, the hosts delve deep into... more

Exploring Warhammer 40K: Writing, Lore, and the Power of Short Stories - Featuring Chris Welcome back to another episode... more

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In this second part of our journey into the Woke Games Steam List, Matt, Jem, and Alex continue dissecting the... more

In this first half of our two-part deep dive, the Gaming the System crew tackles a bizarre and troubling corner... more

In the second half of our conversation with Chris on writing in games, we dive even deeper into how writing... more

After two long years of anticipation, The Last of Us is back – and so are we! In this extra-long,... more

Alex, Jem, and Matt are joined by lifelong writer and gamer Chris for a rich and unfiltered conversation on the... more

In this final instalment of our Gamer Guilt series, we delve into the emotional baggage of gaming: the backlog shame... more

In the fourth and final episode of our Baldur’s Gate 3 FanCast, Matt, Alex, Jem, and returning guest Fin wrap... more

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Welcome back to Gaming The System, the podcast where three intersectional feminists 🎭 examine gaming through a critical lens. In... more

Welcome back to Gaming the System, where three intersectional feminists examine gaming and games through a feminist lens! In this... more

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Gaming The System: Gamer Guilt Part 1 – Show Notes 🎮 Welcome back to Gaming The System! This week, Jem,... more

Baldur’s Gate 3 Fancast – Part 2 🎭 Welcome back, adventurers! Last time, we debated the perfect fan cast... more

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Gaming the System News: Impact of Corporate Policy Changes on the Gaming Industry In the first episode of 2025,... more

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"A Prominent Accessibility Advocate Worked With Studios anda Inspired Change. But She Never Actually Existed" https://www.ign.com/articles/a-prominent-accessibility-advocate-worked-with-studios-and-inspired-change-but-she-never-actually-existed ----- ... more

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Articles Mentioned: Claims that Olympic opening ceremony ‘mocked Christianity’ ignore the long-standing connection between Jesus and Dionysus - https://theconversation.com/claims-that-olympic-opening-ceremony-mocked-christianity-ignore-the-long-standing-connection-between-jesus-and-dionysus-236271... more

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Articles Mentioned: Claims that Olympic opening ceremony ‘mocked Christianity’ ignore the long-standing connection between Jesus and Dionysus - https://theconversation.com/claims-that-olympic-opening-ceremony-mocked-christianity-ignore-the-long-standing-connection-between-jesus-and-dionysus-236271... more

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GTS performed our 2nd in-person live show at the Chichester Fringe festival. PAYPAL & PATREON If you want... more

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Swift-Craft: Witches in Gaming Part 2 How does the witch as a healer and protector appear in the gaming world?... more

Alex and Matt discuss some of the latest gaming news stories, including a new game from Palworld devs, Helldivers 2... more

Part 1: The GTS team examine witches from the gaming world, just what defines a witch? They share their most... more

Let's Go, Chiefs!!! Alex and Matt discuss the biggest NFL game of the year. Aggressive men having temper tantrums? Billionaire... more

Should we be excited about a slightly less pointy Lara Croft? And Harrison Ford is back as Indiana Jones, sort... more

Alex and Matt explore the Norse wellness retreat of Valhalla, the epic expansion to God of War: Ragnarok. -----... more

Ubisoft CEO wants to abolish gamers actually owning games, layoffs replacing people with AI, price of games skyrocketing. WTF is... more

Alex and Matt explore the Norse wellness retreat of Valhalla, the epic expansion to God of War: Ragnarok. -----... more

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We say farewell to 2023 with each of our 4 best games of the year! Ho Ho Ho! -----... more

Ah the male gamer, the stereotypical toxic creature perpetually lurking the virtual world.... Okay there's the fantasy image, but... more

Alex, Jem and Matt return to ask a familiar question for this episode: Do awards matter? Find out if their... more

We examine the serious side of international men's today, focussing on the wellbeing of men and boys. The patriarchy forces... more

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Why do game studios choose to redo existing games instead of making new IPs? Does technological evolution match social evolution?... more

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How female characters look and behave always seem to lead conversation about how women are represented in games. But what... more

Alex and Jem compare two of the biggest female protagonists of present times: Barbie and Lara Croft. Which is a... more

Alex and Jem get together to discuss the phenomenon that is the Barbie Movie, and reflect on this icon of... more

After 2 weeks of decompression, the team talk about all the behind-the-scenes shenanigans and ordeals surrounding the live show we... more

After 2 weeks of decompression, the team talk about all the behind-the-scenes shenanigans and ordeals surrounding the live show we... more

GTS is very proud to present our first ever in-person live show! We were invited to perform live at the... more

Voice Actors continued! We chat about celeb culture in gaming, and share our favourite talents from behind the microphone. ... more

Alex, Jem and Matt share their takes on the working landscape for gaming voice actors, from opportunities, to pay, to... more

The GTS gang discuss all things video game music, how it has the power not only to enhance, but to... more

The GTS gang discuss all things video game music, how it has the power not only to enhance, but to... more

Jem, Alex and Matt explore the topic of anger. What are our opinions on anger? How is women's anger portrayed... more

Jem, Alex and Matt explore the topic of anger. What are our opinions on anger? How is women's anger portrayed... more

The GTS Effect - Across 2 half-hour episodes, the GTS team, joined by founding POD member, Caroline, talk about how... more

The GTS Effect - Across 2 half-hour episodes, the GTS team, joined by founding POD member, Caroline, talk about how... more

Alex and Matt talk about the state of tennis in 2023, for the sport, often viewed as elitist. The failures... more

Alex and Matt talk about the state of tennis in 2023, for the sport, often viewed as elitist. The failures... more

Non-Violent games make up only a fraction of the gaming world, especially compared to massive AAA franchises like Call of... more

Non-Violent games make up only a fraction of the gaming world, especially compared to massive AAA franchises like Call of... more

In this episode Alex, Jem and Matt discuss the impact of the cost of living crisis on their gaming habits.... more

In this episode Alex, Jem and Matt discuss the impact of the cost of living crisis on their gaming habits.... more

What is in a name? The GTS team talks "Girl Gamer" versus "Gamer Girl". How can the same two words... more

What is in a name? The GTS team talks "Girl Gamer" versus "Gamer Girl". How can the same two words... more

At last, Jem and Matt provide commentary on the last episode of the Last of Us. ----- PATREON! GTS... more

At last, Jem and Matt provide commentary on the last episode of the Last of Us. ----- PATREON! GTS... more

Alex & Jem sit down to chat about The Sims, the one and only "life simulation" game. In... more

Alex & Jem sit down to chat about The Sims, the one and only "life simulation" game. In... more

Alex, Jem and Matt explore immersive experiences; discussing everything from secret cinema, to escape rooms and audience participation! Are they... more

Alex, Jem and Matt explore immersive experiences; discussing everything from secret cinema, to escape rooms and audience participation! Are they... more

HW: Legacy has been out for a while now, so Matt and Alex sat down to discuss what the legacy... more

We explore the endless toxicity of the expection of women and girls to be "ladylike" and how it slithers into... more

Matt and Jem explore the depravity of arguably the biggest monster the show has seen so far. ----- ... more

We explore the endless toxicity of the expection of women and girls to be "ladylike" and how it slithers into... more

Matt and Jem talk about the Romeo and Juliet tragedy of Riley and Ellie. ----- PATREON! GTS now... more

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Matt and Jem gush over their love Pedro, Bella, and Clickers. ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon... more

Matt and Jem gush over their love Pedro, Bella, and Clickers. ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon... more

Alex, Jem and Matt discuss the recently released game all long-time Harry Potter fans have been waiting for: Hogwarts Legacy.... more

Matt and Jem gush over their love Pedro, Bella, and Clickers. ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon... more

Alex, Jem and Matt discuss the recently released game all long-time Harry Potter fans have been waiting for: Hogwarts Legacy.... more

Matt and Jem gush over their love Pedro, Bella, and Clickers in the first 2 episodes of The Last of... more

SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS WHO BLEW THE F#%£ING HORN? Alex and Matt answer the biggest mysteries. Who is the World Serpent?... more

We explore the chosen one archetype and whether it is toxic, neutral, or positive. also, we examine why some people... more

SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS We talk about the beautiful doggies, wolfies, turtles, whales and all the other lovely creatures... more

We talk about the wretched oppressive hierarchy of royalty and nobility and how it permeates games and the impact is... more

SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS Alex and and Matt have survived Ragnarok and platinumed the game so we will be talking... more

SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS Alex and and Matt have survived Ragnarok and platinumed the game so we will be talking... more

For the many people who don't know what to buy the gamer in their life as a gift, look no... more

For the many people who don't know what to buy the gamer in their life as a gift, look no... more

Alex, Matt, and Jem from Gaming the System share their top 15 gifts for gamers. These work year-round, don't forget,... more

The festive period is often a chance to game and these days that’s as likely to be on the screen... more

In our second episode examining romance in games, we look at the specifically written romances that the player has no... more

We examine the dynamics of choose your own romance options in games. Is the transactional quest-based romance model harmless or... more

We discuss the intersections between sex work and gaming. How are sex workers and sex work portrayed in games? With... more

We discuss the intersections between sex work and gaming. How are sex workers and sex work portrayed in games? With... more

GTS revisits accessible gaming as we discuss The Last Of Us franchise. We explore why there is no "default setting"... more

GTS revisits accessible gaming as we discuss The Last Of Us franchise. We explore why there is no "default setting"... more

Lots in the news about pre-release leaks and behind-the-scenes drama. Alex, Matt and Jem talk GTA 6 leaks and whether... more

Alex and Matt discuss upcoming game Stellar Blade, recently revealed, with equally revealing protagonists...but is there really a place for... more

Lots in the news about pre-release leaks and behind-the-scenes drama. Alex, Matt and Jem talk GTA 6 leaks and whether... more

GTS has returned after a summer break to bring you more feminist gaming content! Alex and Matt discuss... more

It's Wimbledon fortnight in the UK and we are going through the game of tennis with our fine-tooth feminist comb.... more

It's Wimbledon fortnight in the UK and we are going through the game of tennis with our fine-tooth feminist comb.... more

It's Wimbledon fortnight in the UK and we are going through the game of tennis with our fine-tooth feminist comb.... more

TRIGGER WARNING – We will be discussing virtual sexual assault & rape Is the Metaverse going to be a safe... more

TRIGGER WARNING – We will be discussing virtual sexual assault & rape Is the Metaverse going to be a safe... more

A very special new bonus round of a dating game where Alex has to choose between 5 luck bachelors and... more

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Accessibility is a feminist issue and it's fantastic to see one of the best triple-A game studios prioritising and celebratin... more

We wade into the murky depths of the internet to learn about the satanic influences of porn and video games... more

Part 2 of our conversation about the good, the bad and the ugly aspects of online communities. Today we... more

We wade into the murky depths of the internet to learn about the satanic influences of porn and video games... more

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We had some fun with an article on how we need more Alpha Males to "combat our hyper-feminized society" on... more

We examine the archetypal alpha male characters in games. Do alpha males even exist? And if they do, are they... more

Feminist board game Library Labyrinth just concluded it's Kickstarter campaign and it was a staggering success. Mill joins Matt to... more

Part 1 of our conversation about the good, the bad and the ugly aspects of online communities. We discuss... more

Welcome, Foul Tarnished, to our deep dive into the majestic world of Elden Ring. We explore the creepiest, weirdest, most... more

Matt, Jem and Alex are all voraciously powering their way through the Horizon franchise and they have many, many thoughts... more

Homo sapiens have been playing games for 1000s of year. Join us on a journey through time, from the olympics... more

Alex and Matt share their thoughts on the awesome Video Game Accessibility Awards 2021 ceremony. The awards show celebrates... more

Matt, Jem and Alex are all voraciously powering their way through the Horizon franchise and they have many, many thoughts... more

GTS is very excited to have writer, performer and director Athena Stevens with us tonight to talk about the role... more

Spend a nice calm sojourn with Jem and Caroline in Animal Crossing heaven. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us... more

Students, take your seats, welcome to the GTS University. Today we talk about gaming's role in education and education's role... more

Caroline and Jem languish in their beloved Animal Crossing. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on BlueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social),... more

We're very excited to be part of the launch of Library Labyrinth, a boardgame about a haunted library where heroines... more

Join Alex and Jem for a Deep Dive into What Remains Of Edith Fich. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let... more

Trigger warning for this one. War has always been a man's game, but the impact on women and their stories... more

2021 was a rough year, but we are optimistic intersectional feminist gamers and we are very excited for the games... more

We're back for another year of feminist gaming! This episode was recorded live at the Women's Equality Party WepStock Festival... more

Join GTS for our festive special where we talk all things naughty and nice in games. 📢 Support the Podcast!... more

This week, Alex and Matt give a rundown of their favourite protagonists from the Assassin's Creed Series. 📢 Support the... more

Join us again as we dive into the world of non computer based games once again. DnD, cards, shuffle... more

Alex and Matt finally answer the pressing question of our favourite Assassin's Creed Games. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let... more

This week we welcome the inimitable Kanndiss Riley to talk about intersectional feminism in gaming. Kanndiss is the chair of... more

Jem and Matt compare notes on the latest gruesome instalment in the Resident Evil franchise. Lady D and her Vampires,... more

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Jem and Matt compare notes on the latest gruesome instalment in the Resident Evil franchise. Lady D and her Vampires,... more

How do Time Crises and Daytona have anything to do with feminism? A lot it turns out. Pub games bring... more

Let's go a Viking with alex and matt as they discuss the latest epic in the Assassin's Creed series. 📢... more

Gaming touches the lives of billions of people. Such a wide impact presents the opportunity to influence society. We'll discuss... more

Let's go a Viking with alex and matt as they discuss the latest epic in the Assassin's Creed series. 📢... more

The phonetic alphabet is so outdated. Next time you buy a game and need to spell your name, use this... more

Are depictions of games in other media at all accurate? Do they make us cringe or cheer? What's your... more

God Of War Ragnarok Trailer Reaction!! with Matt and Alex - Deep Dive 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us... more

Another in our series of iconic chsracter design. who has the finest threads in games? 📢 Support the Podcast! ... more

Special guest Anya took a break from a lifelong gaming habit and tells us how she rediscovered her love of... more

We've been mulling over what makes for iconic characters and undoubtedly their hair is a vital component. 📢 Support the... more

A treat this week, our guest is the inimitable Dr Hannah Barham Brown, all rounder in all things. However she... more

From massive swords to flying livestock, what are our favourite mad weapons in games? 📢 Support the Podcast! Let... more

We are talking about the ongoing mess that is the Activision Blizzard saga. Everything kicked off in late July when... more

Who needs to follow the story when you can kick back with a nice minigame? 📢 Support the Podcast! ... more

If the patriarch had boss battles, who would the big bads be? 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know... more

Gaming the System bring their feminist lens to looking at the Gaming BAFTA awards ceremony held earlier in the year... more

Who are the biggest baddest and bestest bosses in games? 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on BlueSky... more

Join us as we reflect on the first 6 konths of the podcast. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let... more

A compilation of our best and brightest moments from our first 6 months. if you want to get womeone... more

This week we're reflecting on E3 2021 and all the announcements, news, trailers and "world exclusives" for upcoming video games.... more

Everyone has one of these stories. We share when board games brought out the worst in us. 📢... more

Kate, concept artist for Mediatonic, will be joining the team to talk about working in the gaming industry. We will... more

What games are we most tantalises by being released this year? 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on... more

Everything from Ludo to Caverna and in between. Gaming the System goes Tabletop and talks about the appeal of... more

Inspired by the Oscars recently, we rack our brains for the best female voice actors. 📢 Support the Podcast! ... more

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Who are the most kickass women in the world of gaming? who would you pick? 📢 Support the Podcast! ... more

Our most controversial topic yet. What games beloved by millions just make us go "urrgh who cares"? ... more

The message society sends to people with disability is that they are not welcome and that they have no value.... more

Get your quizzing hats on for Quizzing The System. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know... more

Why is gaming such a feminist issue to us? Why are women excluded from gaming? Why are some women far... more

Which games do we find ourselves lost in with the most clarity? How does a game set in a high... more

What games do you enjoy that you feel you shouldn't? As a feminist? As a gamer? As a person? The... more

Time for a Confession Session. Our mandate is viewing gaming through a feminist lens but what are the... more

Gaming is a source of joy for 100s of millions of people. How does gaming impact mental health? How can... more

Get your quizzing hats on for the inaugural Quizzing The System. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let... more

Why are there so few women in Esports? Where does the problem lie? With Esports or with women?... more

Why are people so tribal about their choice of console and / or PC?? 📢 Support the Podcast! Let... more

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The team recount the first time gaming intersected with their Feminism. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on... more

In a discussion about the social aspects of gaming, and the concerns women have taking part in social games, the... more

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PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in our quest to create feminist... more