154: Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (with John Rogers - Gaming in the Wild)

When Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (Jump over the Age / Gareth Damian Martin, 2025) was announced, it was a surprise, but it also jumped straight to the top of my most anticipated games list. And while it fulfills the promise of a sequel by doubling down on the strengths of the first game, it also introduces some harsh mechanics that took a lot of people by surprise. Join us as we dig into all aspects in this discussion.

Guest info: John Rogers, host of Gaming in the Wild. Find him at https://gaminginthewild.carrd.co/ and https://www.youtube.com/gaminginthewild

TIMESTAMPS

• Intros/Personal Histories/Opening Thoughts 0:25
• Story Setup/Themes Overview 12:59
• Presentation/Music 40:29
• Gameplay 49:10
• Closing Thoughts/Recommendations/Housekeeping 1:18:02
• SPOILER WALL 1:26:48

Music used in the episode is credited to Amos Roddy: You can purchase the soundtrack at https://amosroddy.bandcamp.com/album/citizen-sleeper-2-starward-vector-original-soundtrack Tracks used:

• Starward Vector
• A Different Sun
• Signalchaser
• Hex
• There Are Always Choices
• Suncatchers
• The Stray
• The Belt Flows
• Imagined Futures

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