First Encounter

First Encounter is a video game podcast in which best friends Haney and Chris take turns introducing one another to beloved video games that shaped their childhood. One host plays through the chosen game for the first time while the other records their genuine reactions to the story, characters, and world.

Hosted ByChris LaForce & Haney Hamdy

First Encounter is a video game podcast in which best friends Haney and Chris take turns introducing one another to beloved video games that shaped their childhood. One host plays through the chosen game for the first time while the other records their genuine reactions to the story, characters, and world.

If you miss the magic of playing through your favorite video game for the first time, and want to help bring that experience to others, please support the show on the First Encounter Patreon page! You’ll get bonus goodies for caring. <3

Join us for Season Two, as Chris takes the controller and dives into his very first journey into The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask. Each bi-weekly discussion is woven with recorded game play, creating immersive episodes in which you feel the moment’s emotional impact. If you miss the magic of playing through impactful, story driven games for the first time, this series was made for you.