A Novel Console

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne announce the Backlog of Doom part 10 winners, gush over Godzilla, and taste-test some snacks from the Asian market. Afterwards, they talk about their recent books and games which include former Yakuza members, learning while you sleep, and ninjas. They end the episode with an amazing dinner show from Hoop Dee Doo Revue! You can contact us at: anove...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne bring back the popular Sex Toy of the Week series with a horrific visit to realdoll.com! Afterwards, five new books and games get brought out of the Backlog to be sacrificed to the gods in the Backlog of Doom! Karradyne nominates fantasy Christmas, and a murder mystery, while Chris only nominates RPGs he's been dying to play! You can contact u...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne fantasize about their upcoming few days off for Thanksgiving break! Afterwards, Karradyne enjoys the journey, more so than the story, of Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail. Then, Chris whips his hair back and forth all over again when he finishes Shantae and the Pirate's Curse. They end the show with a delicious anniversary dinner from Haru Sushi...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Aaron from Superpod Saga to talk as much as possible about the Nintendo 3DS as an hour would let them. They get into the intricacies of Pokemon, Dragon Quest being hard to get into and much more! Listen to Superpod Saga! You can contact us at: anovelconsole@gmail.com Facebook.com/anovelconsole Twitter.com/anovelconsole Instagram: @anovelconsole Patr...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Thrak to talk about Remedy's amazing games and future releases. They then dive into Resident Evil 5 and don't have much to say about its short comings or good times. Afterwards, they talk about hopes for the series and possible Capcom releases coming in the future. Listen to The 3DO Experience You can contact us at: anovelconsole@gmail.com...

This week on A Horror Console, Karradyne and Chris are joined by Honorary ANC Member, Burgerchamp! They talk about the anniversary of the Nintendo Switch being announced, Ghostbusters, and The Faculty. The trio is spooked by spontaneous sepulchers when they read Junji Ito's Tombs, and they surgically remove limbs, much to Karradyne's horror, when Chris and Burgerchamp discuss Dead Space...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne discover an amazing talent in one of their Discord members, and Karradyne starts learning Spanish. Karradyne starts to think Junji Ito might not be for her when she struggles to make her way through Soichi, and Chris jumps into portraits and de-thrones fake a fake castle lord when he plays Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin. They end the episode with a...

This week on A Horror Console, Chris and Karradyne give updates on Lore Olympus and Assassin's Creed Mirage. Karradyne feels a little unsure of herself when she reads Junji Ito's Smashed, and Chris whips vampire bosses in the face when he plays Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance. The duo begin Gimme the Gorbage with a taste test and partake in a meal from Jack's. You can contact us...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne finally announce their Discord anniversary giveaway! Karradyne covers her Backlog of Doom, pt. 9 - Patron-chosen Sisters of Sword and Song, about which she feels rather uncertain. Chris then whips his hair back and forth with his Backlog of Doom, pt. 9 winner - Shantae: Risky's Revenge. At the end of the episode, Karradyne gushes about Lore Ol...

This week on A Horror Console, Chris and Karradyne welcome Itovania Month into the world! They talk Junji Ito's work and playing horror-themed Metroidvanias. Karradyne goes through a spiral of horror when she reads Ito’s Fragments of Horror, and Chris saves countless innocents from demons after his time spent in the Crusades with the Templar Knights. They end the episode with “build your own...

This week on A Novel Console, Karradyne is back after a self imposed hiatus from the show. They talk about Dragoncon 2023 and A Novel Console's 3rd year anniversary! Afterwards, they talk all about their Boston trip and how amazing it was to explore a city with friends who knew where to take them. They talk amazing foods, amazing scenery and history, and amazing friends!  You can contact us a...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by Eric Gess from The Unlockables Podcast to talk gaming memories - Tetsuya Nomura, Final Fantasy, and most important of all, Kingdom Hearts! They discuss how games are not just for gamers and how gaming was a large part of their lives as they grew up. The Unlockables Podcast: https://linktr.ee/unlockablespodcast You can contact us at: anovelconsole@gm...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by ANC honorary third host Thrak to talk about Gears 5. They voice their opinions on the very low lows the game hits, what they though was brilliant and what could have been improved. The 3DO Experience!: https://linktr.ee/Thebarberwhogames You can contact us at: anovelconsole@gmail.com Facebook.com/anovelconsole Twitter.com/anovelconsole Instagram: @a...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined on his Games and Stuff series by Nick from Friday Night Gamecast to talk Final Fantasy XVI. They dive into their likes and dislikes, characters, story moments and have a very entertaining Final Fantasy discussion. This episode contains major plot spoilers for Final Fantasy VXI. FNGC Pod: https://linktr.ee/fridaynightgamecast You can contact us at: anov...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris introduces his brother-in-law to Vampire Survivors, unwittingly creating a monster in doing so, and Karradyne has intense nightmares. Afterwards, Karradyne teaches Chris A Class on Rebecca Yarros’s Fourth Wing. She talks about the book’s inconsistencies, poor world building, and abundance of immaturity. You can contact us at: anovelconsole@gmail.com Facebook.com...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne blow out Read N Plays with 5 books and 5 games each. They finally cover books and games they've been reading and playing for a long time, like Divine Rivals and Power Rangers for the SNES. Karradyne talks about enjoying The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King, and Chris geeks out over Super Space Club on Steam. Afterwards, they end the show with so...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne try a hot sauce sent in by honorary ANC 4th Member Burgerchamp. They toss around the idea of doing a giveaway for their Discord's one year anniversary and highlight Pikmin 4. They then get into a general discussion of Disney's Illusion Island in a brand new segment - Only Plays. They end the show with a triple Gorbage from Taco Bell, Kung...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by ANC Honorary Member, Thrak, to talk about Gears of War 4. They talk about Kate being cool, Del being the best character in the game, JD being a disappointment and Marcus despising him. Listen to this spoilerful conversation about a game that does not get enough respect.  Listen to The 3DO Experience here: https://open.spotify.com/show/45rDCTV4GQhQVh...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined by one his closest friends, Kiko, to talk about Star Wars Jedi Survivor. They talk about the massive highs of the game, the very forgivable lows, how the combat can be improved for the next entry, and spoilers of the major plot points of the game. You can contact us at: anovelconsole@gmail.com Facebook.com/anovelconsole Twitter.com/anovelconsole Instag...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne are back with after a two-week break with a surprisingly fine taste test and their thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Karradyne watches her first AMV while Chris feels like he's going insane remembering cookies from his childhood. Afterwards, Karradyne travels with a tea monk and a robot when she gives Chris a class on A Psalm for the...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris is still on his birthday binge, so he released this Patreon episode on the regular feed! He is joined by honorary ANC members Burgerchamp and Thrak. They discuss Gears of War Judgement, retro gaming, Xbox 360, the red ring of death and much more on this very fun and lengthy episode!  You can contact us at: anovelconsole@gmail.com Facebook.com/anovelconsole Twitt...

This week on on A Novel Console, Chris nad Karradyne take the week off to celebrate Chris's birthday and the 4th of July! On this special Games and Stuff preview, Chris is joined by Rick from Pixel Project Radio to discuss the very unique game, To the Moon. They talk about end-of-life care, altering memories, and real world products in the game. Afterwards, they discuss series blind spots, mu...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne finish off the Burgerchamp snacks taste testIng! Afterwards, Chris gives Karradyne a class on Tears of the Kingdom for one of the annual weeks of Zelda. He breaks down his opinion on how the game plays, how sexy Ganon is, and tells Karradyne why he dislikes Sidon so much. They end the episode with an awesome chicken finger lunch from Guthrie's...

This week on A Novel Console, Chris and Karradyne announce the winners of the Backlog of Doom, Pt. 9. They do another taste test of both Hot Habanero and Dill Pickle chips sent in by Burgerchamp! Afterwards, Karradyne talks thirsty vampires in The Witch and the Vampire, a donut-y, gay romance in The Dos and Donuts of Love, and the third entry in a STEM romance series, Love, Theoretically. Chris al...

This week on A Novel Console, Karradyne talks about her new t-shirt and bookmark endeavor and how to win a Kindle Paperwhite! She then chastises Chris for hiding monkeys on her bookshelves and the Duggar family for being horrible. The duo is surprised by a box of treats from Burgerchamp, and they have a taste-test on the show! Afterwards, Karradyne gets vampired up when she talks about The Serpent...