Bad With Games

Leisure EN ↓ 54 episodes

Bad With Games is a podcast journey through the best, most important, and most influential titles in video game history. Games journalist Jonathan lends his knowledge and experience to gaming neophyte Will as he plays through hundreds of classics for the first time. New gamers can join in to learn more about these iconic works, and gaming veterans can revisit them from a fresh perspective. Will and Jonathan will do their best to walk you through all the classics without getting too sidetracked by tangents, bickering, or just generally being bad (with games).

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Pac-Man 23.07.2025 2:12:58

We played Pac-Man, originally released in the arcades in 1980. This little yellow fellow became an instant sensation in the 80s, and he's undoubtedly one of the foremost mascots of the entire gaming industry. Don't just "waka waka", instead "runa runa" to listen to this important episode! Support Us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/badwithgames Watch the Video Version on...

Tetris 16.07.2025 2:00:38

We played Tetris, specifically the NES and Game Boy versions released in 1989. Tetris is the grandfather of all modern block puzzle games, but how do these older editions hold up? We discuss secret bonus endings, the appeal of high score chasing, and the impact of the fall of the Soviet Union. Support Us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/badwithgames Watch the Video Version on YouTube - http://youtu...

Super Mario Bros. 09.07.2025 2:26:57

We played Super Mario Bros. which was released for the NES in 1985. This is our very first real episode, and your first opportunity to explore a gaming masterpiece through the eyes of a newcomer who is terrible at platformers. We discuss the importance of running, our top 3 bad guys, and whether or not Lakitu looks like a Minion. Support Us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/badwithgames Watch the Vi...

Intro to Bad With Games 09.07.2025 1:15:00

As an intro to Bad With Games, we explain who we are and why we're doing this. Get an in-depth understanding of the show, plus learn all about our gaming histories and tastes. Only the most hardcore of hardcore gamers need to listen to this, otherwise feel free to skip ahead to our first real episode. Support Us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/badwithgames Watch the Video Version on YouTube - http...