Cheesy Controller Podcast

On this episode of The Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton does the unthinkable and blasts through Marvel Cosmic Invasion in one sitting, sharing what kept him locked in and whether the ride was worth the marathon session. Chris breaks down everything revealed in the January 2026 Resident Evil Showcase, reacting to the announcements, surprises, and what the future of the franchise is shaping up to lo...

This week on The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew is looking way ahead and locking in their most anticipated games of 2026 👀🎮 The episode kicks off with Anton unloading an absolutely stacked list, ranging from heavy hitters like Grand Theft Auto VI, Forza Horizon 6, Wolverine, and Pragmata, to Nintendo Switch 2 hype with Animal Crossing and Final Fantasy VII. He also dives deep into anime fig...

On this episode of The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives back into Pokémon Legends: Z-A, sharing fresh thoughts, theories, and where their excitement levels are landing as the game continues to reveal more of itself. Anton also breaks down his experience upgrading his Switch 2 with a Micro SD Express card, talking storage speeds, practicality, and whether it’s worth the jump for early adop...

In this episode of The Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton and Madrid dive back into the world of Pokémon Legends ZA, spending more time breaking down the Mega Dimension DLC, what it adds to the experience, and how it could shape the future of the game. From new mechanics to wild speculation, they dig into what’s working and what they’re still unsure about. The conversation then pivots to tech as the...

This week on The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew jumps into the wild Fortnite x Bleach collaboration, talking skins, vibes, and whether it’s one of Fortnite’s best anime crossovers yet. They also break down Monster Hunter’s Title Update 4, spotlighting the newly added monster and what it means for the endgame grind. Chris shares his time with Game of the Year winner Clair Obscur: Expedition 33...

This week on The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew breaks down the second Marvel Tokon beta—what’s new, what’s fun, and what still needs work. Anton dives back into the Pokémon Legends ZA DLC, sharing his latest experiences and whether the new content lives up to the hype. He also talks about The Game Awards from home and the big reveals—but most importantly, his personal impressions of the newl...

This week on The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives back into the galaxy far, far away with thoughts on Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, breaking down how it holds up and why it still hits for fans of action-adventure games. They also take a look at everyone’s Fortnite 2025 wrap-up stats, comparing numbers, wins, and questionable life choices made on the island over the year. The discussion sh...

On this week’s episode of The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew breaks down their bold and spicy predictions for the 2025 Video Game Awards—starting with Madrid’s surprise-heavy ballot and Jalen’s meticulously crafted picks that might just shake up the whole show. Meanwhile, Anton dives deep into Lumines Arise, sharing his obsession with the latest Weekly Challenges and how the leaderboard grind...

On this week’s episode of The Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton and Chris lock in their predictions for who’s taking home the big trophies at the 2025 Video Game Awards. From the tightest indie categories to the heavyweight GOTY contenders, they break down the field, argue passionately, and call out the dark horses that could shake up the whole show. Meanwhile, Anton finally rolls credits on Hades...

On this week's Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives into a jam-packed week of gaming news and hype. Rockstar finally breaks the silence—GTA 6 has officially been delayed to November 2026, and the squad has feelings. From there, they brighten things up with the release of Lumines Arise, bringing sleek puzzles and vibes back to modern platforms. PlayStation drops a State of Play: Japan, giv...

On this episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad breaks down the ten games that define who they are as gamers, starting with Madrid, whose list is a clean blend of style, pure gameplay, and competitive obsession. From Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus and Pokemon Ruby Version, to all-timers like Persona 5 Royal, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Astral Chain, Hades, Overwatch, and Monster Hunter Worl...

Anton finally beats Pokémon Legends: ZA, wrapping up his journey through Kalos with plenty of thoughts on the story, postgame, and where the series goes next! The crew also dives into the wild new Fortnite season crossover with The Simpsons, shares their latest Hades 2 updates, and checks in on the eerie vibes of Silent Hill F. Plus, we talk Digimon Story: Time Stranger, the current Blade meta in...

Anton’s back with a full Pokémon Legends: ZA progress report — from exploring the new twists on Lumiose City to breaking down the revamped battle mechanics and early story beats that have him hooked (and occasionally tilted). The crew debates how ZA stacks up against Arceus and what it means for the future of open-world Pokémon. Meanwhile, Mark Cerny is dropping fresh details about the PS6’s archi...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton finally joins the next generation of handheld hype as his Nintendo Switch 2 arrives—early impressions, surprise features, and launch quirks included. From UI tweaks to game transfers, he’s hands-on and has stories to tell. The Pokémon celebration continues as Anton dives into his early-game thoughts on Pokémon Legends: Z-A and what the...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad breaks down their most anticipated game releases for the rest of 2025! From long-awaited sequels to fresh new IPs, the hype levels are rising fast as we plan out what’s left of our gaming year. Anton continues pushing deeper into Hades 2, sharing build strategies and why this game still refuses to miss. Meanwhile, we’re officially...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives deep into Hades 2 and its fiery rise through the underworld of early access. The squad reacts to K-pop demon hunters storming into Fortnite, Daredevil joining the Marvel Rivals roster, and the growing anticipation for Ghosts of Yotei. They also unpack Microsoft’s latest Game Pass struggles, celebrate Madrid’s long-awaited indu...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast , the crew dives into a jam-packed week of gaming news and impressions! Anton breaks down Hades II finally reaching its 1.0 release, while the squad debates the lasting dominance of Xbox controllers on PC. Chris shares his early thoughts on Silent Hill F and reacts to the Fortnite x Daft Punk experience that lit up the island. The gang also c...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton preps his games while waiting for his Switch 2 to arrive, testing out the Nier: Automata Switch port to see how it runs before the big transfer. Meanwhile, Chris shares his impressions of Chronos: The New Dawn and gets hyped for Fortnite’s upcoming Daft Punk experience. The crew talks performance, vibes, and the ever-evolving world of...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton and Chris break down all the highlights from Nintendo’s September 2025 Direct. The spotlight shines on Pokémon Legends Z-A, with new Mega Evolutions stealing the show alongside the reveal of the Mega Dimensions DLC. Anton dives deep into how Pokémon Home compatibility works across console generations, and from mechanics to speculation,...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad breaks down the freshly announced iPhone 17 lineup and what those upgrades really mean for gamers on the go. The long-awaited Silksong discussion makes its triumphant return, with the crew diving into hopes, expectations, and fears. They also check out Tokon: Fighting Souls , the newest contender in the fighting game arena, and sha...

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives into a mix of classics, comebacks, and curious hardware. From the hype around the new Skate and Lumines Arise to breaking down the freshly served Ghost of Yotei plates, the squad keeps the energy rolling. Sonic speeds back into the spotlight with Sonic Racing, while the tiny-yet-mighty 8BitDo Micro controller sparks debate. Th...

This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, we’re joined by ThirteenCross from the Rusty Rupees Podcast for a West Coast–flavored episode packed with big gaming news and unexpected crossovers. From Hollow Knight: Silksong finally locking in a September 4th release date to Gears of War hitting PlayStation and Helldivers marching onto Xbox on August 26th, the conversation doesn’t miss a beat. We dig...

This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, things get spicy—literally and figuratively. The crew kicks things off with a fiery discussion on different types of peppers before diving into Fortnite’s unexpected downtime. From there, they break down Battlefield 6’s second beta weekend, react to the surprise Helldivers 2 x ODST crossover, and hear Anton’s thoughts on iOS 16 Public Beta 3. To top it o...

This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad dives into their time with the Battlefield 6 beta, share stories from being back on the Fortnite grind, and speculate on what’s next for Halo. They also geek out over the upcoming Fantastic 4, break down Mai’s addition to Street Fighter, and celebrate the journey of completing Mega Man Legends in its entirety. 🧀🎮

This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, we’re fresh off the hype of Evo 2025 with all the biggest moments and announcements from the fighting game world! We break down Fortnite’s jaw-dropping live event and what’s coming in the next season, talk about signing up for a shot at the Marvel Tōkon beta, and welcome Lucy to Guilty Gear Strive. The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase gave us plenty to c...