Critical Arcade

In this episode for Kritical Arcade Dave and Nick have to practice their one-liners, brush up on their martial arts and replace every 'C' with a 'K'. They have been khosen by Earthrealms protector, Lui Kang, to represent Earth in the tournament of "Mortal Kombat", uncover the sinister plan of a mysterious time traveler, and kompile a group of kompetent warriors to stand with them. Kan Dave ever sl...

This week Nick and Dave brush up on their jujutsu, learn kanji, and wear a badass leather jacket. They have stepped in the shoes of Ryo Hazuki, a young martial artist who witnessed the murder of his father, Iwao Hazuki, at the hands of a mysterious man named Lan Di. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a complex web of secrets, conspiracies, and criminal organizations. Will Ni...

This week Dave and Nick return to their youth, dust off their most rad skateboard, put on their baggiest pants, and engage their Do or Die attitude because they are up against Radlandia's Skate Godz on their quest for Gnarvana. With 5 unique worlds to traverse and crazy whimsical challenges to overcome, this is the path to skate godliness. Will Dave be able to keep up with the fast-paced gameplay?...

This week Nick and Dave grab the keys to the Aston Martin, strap on Rolexes, and knock back a vodka martini because they are assuming the role of an ex-MI6 agent. They've been recruited by the villainous organization known as Auric Goldfinger to serve as his personal enforcer. With the power of a brand new cybernetic uber eye, they have to face Bond's most infamous villains Dr. No, Xenia Onatopp,...

In this episode, Dave and Nick brush up on their Python and JaveScript skills because they have joined the renowned hacker group 'Hudie'. With the help of some pint-sized Digital companions, they must fight to get their identities back and clear their names from false accusations. Will Nick ever recover from the discovery that Digimon Narratives are insane? And will Dave reveal his childhood Digi-...

This week Nick and Dave guzzled down buckets of whey protein, climbed into their stretchiest spandex, and practiced their Batman voice because they are about to be incarcerated in the new prison: Arkham City. They have to navigate the dangerous street to uncover a sinister plot orchestrated by supervillains Two-Face, Penguin, The Riddler, and more. Will Dave ever understand which Robin is which? A...

"This episode Dave and Nick find themselves crash-landed on Planet ARY - 2 and in the employment of Kindred Aerospace. A planet filled with bizarre and often hostile alien flora and fauna from the cute but flatulent Pufferbird, The carnivorous Meat Vortex plant, and the Mysterious Osmotic Cube. Tasked with finding out if the planet is suitable for future human colonization they will uncover the tr...

This week Nick, Dave, and special guest Canton Parker braid their hair, grab their favourite axe, and travel to gloomy 9th-century England. Here they embody the role of Eivor Varinsdottir as they lead their clan from Norway to the shores of England in search of a new home. Eivor becomes embroiled in conflict as he discovers the existence of the Hidden Ones and allies with them to thwart the Order'...

This week Dave and Nick find themselves in the quaint village of Cobblestone stepping into the shoes of a young hero known as the Luminary. Our hero is in possession of unique powers and is the reincarnation of a legendary hero from ages past. Joined by a group of loyal companions, including a thief named Erik, a martial artist named Jade, a mage named Veronica, and many others, the Luminary embar...

This week Nick, Dave, and special guest Alec Samuel from THAT_FREAKIN_GEEK have their heads in the clouds and their feet firmly placed in the floating city of Columbia. They take on the role of Booker DeWitt, a former Pinkerton agent with a troubled past, tasked with rescuing a mysterious young woman named Elizabeth, a girl who possesses a unique ability to open "Tears" in reality, allowing her to...

This week Dave and Nick have taken the oath for the United States Post Office and are taking on the role of Meredith Weiss, a successful career woman working as a software engineer in the bustling city who unexpectedly finds herself filling in for her father, who is the local mail carrier in Providence Oaks, as he takes a leave of absence. While navigating through nostalgia and introspection they...

This week Nick and Dave must harness all their RTS playing experience to take control over one of the unique factions of the Warhammer universe to battle for ownership of the all-powerful Vortex. Dave choosing the powerful, loyal, battle-hardened Dwarfs and Nick the Vampires the Immortal denizens of the night, with devilish cunning and pale complexion. They must manage their armies, construct buil...

It's Back to School this week for Nick and Dave but this time they enroll in Thors Military Academy 's prestigious Class VII in a plot absolutely drenched in Anime tropes. It consists of both noble-born and commoner students, an unconventional mix in a society deeply divided by social class. As the plot unfolds they must confront their own personal struggles, navigate intricate political machinati...

This week Dave and Nick must join Captain Phoenix and the Aeropans to help uncover the secrets of the eco shortage and the mysterious dark eco that is causing havoc. As they dig deeper they uncover a plot involving dark eco experiments, ancient Precursor artifacts, and a villainous figure known as the Dark Warrior. They must stop this new threat from plunging their world into chaos and restore the...

Dave grabs his +20 Smoldering Legendary Monocle and Nick wears his +5 Lucky Legendary Spandex Pants because they have both been exiled to Wraeclast, a land plagued by corruption, ancient evils, and supernatural entities. They must embark on a treacherous journey through this realm, seeking redemption and uncovering the truth behind the land's dark history. Will Dave stop referring to the gameplay...

Uh oh, Dave and Nick are going a bit Danish again. That's right they are becoming one with everyone's favourite constructible toy, LEGO. But this time in a galaxy far away with itty bitty lightsabers. Tasked once again with taking on the personas of a vast cast of legends and stopping The Big Bad . This time with even more Lego hijinks and tomfoolery. Will Dave get over the fact that the Lord of t...

All aboard!! Nick and Dave are travelling through the stars on an interstellar train. That's right they've put their brightly coloured contacts in, dyed their hair a luminous colour and have been working on their cringy catchphrases. They are tasked with battling unknown enemies and unravelling the mysteries of the cosmos in a story that has yet to even have a glimpse of an ending. Will Nick be ad...

This week Nick and Dave take on the role of the young Padawan Jaden Korr as they travel to Yavin 4 to join the Jedi Academy to train to become Jedi Knights. Under the tutelage of Luke Skywalker and Kyle Katarn, they must stop the Dark Jedi from resurrecting the Ancient Sith Order and resist the urge to burn a hole through Rosh, the most annoying being in the universe. Will Nick resist the pull of...

Oh boy... In this episode, Dave and Nick travel to the middle of Nowhere to help a friend sell her house only to find she is missing. After hearing a blood-curdling scream in the forest they investigate and must pick up multiple vague, ambiguous pieces of paper which somehow helps, I think. All while being chased by the mysterious Slenderman who likes the papers where they are?! Will Nick or Dave...

What the cluck? Dave and Nick are visiting Tweedy's Farm in the English county of Yorkshire, but things have gone a-fowl. They find themselves controlling the plucky chicken Ginger helping her and her friends build an elaborate plan to escape becoming chicken pies! Will Nick be able to see past his childhood love of this movie and be impartial? And why does Dave seem so passionate about Sprout was...

This week Nick and Dave grab their tactical gear, bulletproof vests, badass haircuts, and become part of a group of elite counter-terrorist operatives from various countries and organizations around the world. They will be tasked with working together with their team to outsmart and outmaneuver the opposing team in order to achieve victory. Or run and gun in solo like some sort of hero thinking th...

In this episode, Dave and Nick are joined by their editor, Niklas, to be transported to Dragon Ball Z's earth where they are tasked with putting to rest past combatants and stopping the combined malice and evil of Hell itself. Does Dave actually fight people at picnics? Did Nick actually choose academia over Dragon Ball Z? And will Niklas ever return for another episode? Find out next time on CRIT...

In this episode, Nick and Dave are woken up in 18th Century England taking on the role of Miriam, a Shardbearer, who must help defeat the hordes of Demons released from hell and track down fellow Shardbearer Gebel who is hellbent on taking his revenge on the world from his gothic inspired uber castle, the Hellhold. Will Nick ever pick his jaw off the floor after realizing Save Rooms are found thro...

Finally, Nick and Dave are joined by their wives! Nick and Trudi and Dave and Joanette take on the roles of May & Cody whose turbulent relationship has reached its breaking point. However, through some magical intervention, their minds are transported into two dolls made by their daughter, Rose. With the help of the magical Dr. Hakim, they must learn to work together and overcome their differe...

This week Dave and Nick grab their Nightvision goggles and ultra-tight stealth gear and jump into the role of Sam Fisher, veteran field agent of the Third Echelon. But with the loss of his daughter, life isn't so black and white anymore and they have to navigate the murky waters of undercover work in the JBA. Will Dave ever lean to run in this game or just continue to sexually saunter to every enc...