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Even though summer tends to be slow for video game news and releases, it certainly did not mean we stopped playing. Brian, Nick, and Gabriel talk about all the games they played during the summer: from walking simulators, RPGs, platformers, and more. Ep S7E13

On our 2nd Free Play episode of the year, we answer some listener feedback, talk about underrated PS1 gems, and plenty more. Ep S7E12

A sizable chunk of gamers feel that current trends by developers of making games that heavily rely on nostalgia is holding back the medium. Rather than devote resources to making new games, new IPs, and new experiences, they feel that the industry would rather be lazy and churn out games that are low-risk, high-reward. Do you agree? Is nostalgia the enemy of video games? Ep S7E11

It's the 3rd and final part (the 3rd half) of our Final Fantasy 7 20th anniversary episode, because, as Ron said, we like to give 150%. We stumble our way through discs 2 and 3, and offer our overall commentary on the game itself, and why it's still so memorable after 20 years. Ep S7E9C

We take a look at the E3 that was, and we got some answers to some questions we had going into this year's show: what's Project Scorpio? What will we see with at the Switch's first E3 showing? What games will we see complete and on sale years from now, if at all? On this episode, we give you our takeaways and Ron goes on a rampage or two. Ep S7E10

In Part 2 of our FF7 20th Anniversary episode, the panel continues onward as our heroes leave Midgar. More commentary awaits as we go through to the end of Disc 1. Hope you have all your Materia ready. Ep S7E9B

Depending on your perspective, Final Fantasy VII is one of the greatest, most overrated, or most loathed video game of all time. Whatever your opinion, we can all agree that for whatever the reason, it is certainly one of the most iconic. Turning 20 this year, we recorded an anniversary episode so long that it's been broken up into 3 parts. In Part 1, we talk about the game from the beginning to l...

On the first Free Play of DLC Season 7, we cover a wide range of topics: Horizon: Zero Dawn, the new New 2DS XL, digital card games, and plenty more. Brian is joined by Wyatt from Sprites and Dice, and Reid from deep inside the Internet. Ep S7E8

Two months in, and the Nintendo Switch is selling like hotcakes. It's all looking very good for Nintendo right now, with over 3 million units sold and climbing rapidly. We give our first impressions on the new console and some of the games currently released for it. Ep S7E7

Finally no longer considered vaporware, Final Fantasy XV has had a long road from initial announcement over a decade ago as Final Fantasy Versus XIII to the released game on PS4. On this episode, Ron takes over in the host's chair, and his panel cover at length the latest installment in this 30-years-running franchise. Ep S7E6

Ahh, for the days when the strongest item in Mario Kart was a lightning bolt. Now it's endless blue shells on top of those bolts, but in the ensuing 25 years, Mario Kart has become one of Nintendo's biggest franchises. With the advent of online multiplayer, its popularity has only grown. We take a look at this classic series on this episode. Ep S7E5

Now in its 8th year, PAX East descended on Boston, giving gamers of all stripes something for everyone: video games both indie and triple-A, tabletop, board, along with myriad panels, cosplay, and concerts. Brian, Wyatt (from Sprites & Dice), and Shanna talk about their experiences at this year's event. Ep S7E4

In 1992, a round pink cream puff set out on a journey to  take back all the food that was stolen by the gluttonous King DeDeDe and return  it to the inhabitants of Dream Land. In the ensuing 25 years, Kirby has become one of Nintendo’s major  franchise characters, appearing in nearly two dozen of his own games. We get sucked into nostalgia as we look back at 25 years of Kirby. Ep S7...

In the realm of video games, the concept of vaporware comes in form of major announcements of games, and then not seeing those games  for years, if at all. Some games do finally see the light of day after many  years and some are still waiting for a release. Why is this an issue for the consumer? And why do we allow the industry to use it as a marketing tactic? Ep S7E2

In little more than a month, Nintendo's next major console comes out. Only announced this past fall, we don't know yet what to make of it: a console that mixes traditional TV device and portable gaming. Are we looking forward to the Switch, or do we have reservations? Find out on our Season 7 opener. Ep S7E1

We've discussed how video games have translated into a variety of media, and how tabletop games like D&D influence video games even today. On our season finale, we talk about how video games influence board/tabletop games, a marriage that brings the games loop full circle. Ep S6E19

Fifteen years ago, the Nintendo GameCube arrived on the scene, giving us classics like Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, Super Smash Bros. Melee, a host of Mario-themed sports titles, along with some decent third-party games like Eternal Darkness and Resident Evil 4. Where does it rank in video game history? Listen to our thoughts as we wax more nostalgia on this retrospective. Ep S6E18

The final Free Play episode of this season--recorded over the summer, it's another wide-ranging episode full of varied topics, such as the overblown hype that No Man's Sky brought, or extolling the virtues of Deus Ex, and a good ol' rant or two.  Ep S6E17

We break down the reveal of the Nintendo Switch and go into full-on speculation about it: the little we do know, plus what we hope we'll see on it as long-suffering Nintendo fans...most of which will probably be dead wrong by January. Regardless, we're all on the hype train! Ep S6E16

Even though the Nintendo Switch has captivated our Nintendo fanboy hearts again, we have to bring down the enthusiasm just a touch. There are many issues we have with Nintendo in recent years: threatening legal action and shutting down any fan projects as well as neglecting major franchises, for starters. We ask: what the hell, Nintendo? Ep S6E15

Just in time for Halloween, we talk about our favorite survival horror games. From classics like Sweet Home and Clock Tower, to current favorites like Five Nights at Freddy's, we take a in-depth look at this niche genre. What are some of your favorites? Ep S6E14

On our second Free Play of the season, it's just Brian and Tanya as they talk about nostalgia, the fact that major developers have taken notice, the problem of online bullying, sports games, and plenty more. Ep S6E13

Even though they don't get the same attention and press that some franchises do, puzzle games remain a steady genre. Here, we talk about classics like Tetris and newer titles that blend genres such as Portal. What are some of your favorites? Ep S6E12

It's the first of three Free Play for this season: episodes where we talk about anything and everything game-related. On this episode: we rant about Mighty No. 9 and Final Fantasy 15, discuss the idea of playing a video game blind, and much more. Joined by Tanya from Kisareth Studios. Ep S6E11

The dust has settled on another E3, and so with it, we take a look at this year's offerings. What stuck out, for better or worse? Are we looking forward to anything? We break it all down for you here, alongside with Joshie, here on his annual appearance. Ep S6E10