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We breakdown all the beats of Sword of the Sea, and how it fits into the timeline with The Pathless, Abzu, and maybe even Journey?!?!? Timecodes : Timecodes: 2:00 – Sword the Sea is a Sequel!  3:00 – Something more going here? 9:30 – Story connections 19:40 – Big Picture Timeline Theories Drop-In Drop-Out  brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about...

We REVIEW Sword of the Sea, and we are also doing a retrospective on thatgamecompany and Giant Squid! This review is spoiler free, so check out our spoilercast for Sword of the Sea! Timecodes : 00:00 - beginning of episode 4:05 - thatgamecompany and Giant Squid history 8:50 - First impressions for Sword of the Sea 15:02 - Gameplay 19:00 - Critiques 22:57 - Would we 100%? 26:14 - Opinions on the en...

Inspired by the recent release of Drag x Drive on Switch 2, we're diving headfirst into the weird and wonderful world of non-traditional controls. We're talking the best, the worst, and the "who thought this was a good idea?" of gaming hardware — from bongos and maracas to a SpongeBob mutilated body controller. Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engag...

DONKEY KONG BANANZA SPOILERCAST OOO BANANA Jake and Patrick adored DK Bananza, and there are MOMENTS to be talked about. This episode is full spoilers from the jump basically. What were your standout moments of Donkey Kong Bananza?   Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases,...

Donkey Kong Country: Legend of the Crystal Coconut is a direct to VHS compilation of four episodes from the animated TV series, Donkey Kong Country... and it's a complete nightmare. Kamen, Jerica and Jake indulge in a devastating series of events known as Save Trash Cinema. You're all SO welcome!  0:00 Intro 8:30 Movie overview 17:30 Initial Thoughts 21:50 Plot recap 1:58:03 Save it or Can it? Dro...

Nintendo Direct July 2025 BREAKDOWN! Patrick Jake and Cog go through everything announced at today's Nintendo Partner Direct, and give their thoughts. What did you think of what Nintendo showed? Timecodes Direct intro 6:40 - Direct Intro 20:20 - Game by game recap 1:13:45 - ELLIOT 1:24:00 - What was missing? Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging...

In this episode, Jerica, Jake, Jordan, and Kamen build their dream game development studios in our first-ever Studio Showdown. From legendary directors to "Wild" wildcard picks, each of us reveals our ideal dev lineup—and then pitches the kind of game that team would create. You'll hear about alternate realities, Emma D'Arcy with a Tamagotchi sidekick, cosmic vomit, and more. It's part fantasy dra...

Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or just a good laugh, we hope you'll feel inspired to Drop In, listen for a while, and enjoy the ride. Drop-In Drop-Out...

MARIO SPORTS RULE LET'S TALK ABOUT EM   Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or just a good laugh, we hope you'll feel inspired to Drop In, listen for a whil...

What is the Game of the Decade so far? Each of us are picking 5 games to build out a team for chat to vote on. What would you pick?! Timecodes 0:00 intro  6:00 fantasy check in 13:30 Top games of the decade draft 1:26:30 lightning round 1:31:25 community lists 1:34:00 actual top 5s Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video g...

This week, Jerica and Patrick review Death Stranding 2: On The Beach! Are you playing DS2?! #deathstranding #deathstranding2 #deathstranding2onthebeach #kojima Timecodes 1:40 - Jerica's world travels 6:55 - icebreaker 14:55 - history with DS1 22:00 - High level DS2 thoughts 29:53 - Improvements from 1 to 2 37:50 - Combat 42:25 - vehicles / more improvements 47:00 - Criticisms 57:00 - Story 1:01:28...

In this episode, we dive deep into how to fix Mario Kart World for the Nintendo Switch 2. From new characters and long-overdue costumes, to fresh game modes and quality of life upgrades—we've got a full wishlist of what Nintendo needs to do next. PLUS: We break down that wild Donkey Kong Bananza update from this morning's Nintendo Direct, including the reveal of Pauline, new DK content, and what i...

This week, we are grading the week of Summer Game Fest! From Xbox's showcase, to SGF proper, what did you think of last week's string of announcements? Timecodes 0:00 Intro 8:19 SGF High Level Report Card 42:30 Audience Lists 50:25 cautiously optimistic 55:20 dont show me again 56:48 games kept from us 1:00:49 we knew but you're cool 1:04:42 we're getting a sequel?! 1:08:29 f*ck your friendship 1:...

SWITCH 2 IS OUT!!!!! We spent all day playing and have all our initial impressions about our experiences. What do you think?! Drop-In Drop-Out Episode 19   Timecodes  3:35 Launch experience 10:20 Acquisition of the switch 12:18 Jake's midnight release experience 19:35 Mario Kart World 48:20 top three feet 51:48 accessories 53:15 pro controller 1:02:30 resolution / oled convo 1:07:50 comparing to o...

This week, we are predicting the first 5 years of the Switch 2's lifecycle, and looking at the launch lineup compared to previous Nintendo console launches! Dropping in this week: Patrick, JakeTwitchin, Kayla, Jerica Timecodes Beginning of episode 00:00 Predicting switch 2 future: 10:15 Do we get a Mario? When? 12:38 animal crossing 27:50 Switch 2 OLED 41:08 Where does the Zelda franchise go from...

Let's review Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with full spoilers! Worth noting we stay spoiler-free until about 17:00 in Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or j...

This week, we are the first podcast to ever do Summer Game Fest predictions! We shoot our shot on what we think will be there, what won't, and what surprises are in store for the biggest week (and a half) in gaming!  Dropping in this week: JakeTwitchin, Patrick, Cognitive Clips, The Dumpster Boy, Kayla, Jerica Timecodes 0:00 Intro 10:45 questions for general window 19:23 specific to Xbox game show...

This week, it's a Doom blowout as we cover our history with the franchise + early impressions of Doom The Dark Ages. PLUS, it's Mental Health Awareness month, so we breakdown the Games for Impact category at The Game Awards, and share some games that have helped us get through rough spots. And if you'd like to help Patrick rebuild his house/life, there's a gofundme here! https://www.gofundme.com/f...

This week, DIDO takes a look at delayed games in the wake of the year long delay of Grand Theft Auto VI, and as usual... we talk about moms. Also there are no tech issues at all! Intro - 0:00 Moms in gaming - 1:28 Delayed games - 34:20 Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases...

This week, we are battling to decide the BEST RPG EVER. How wrong are we? Let us know by liking, subscribing, and commenting hehehe Time Codes Best-selling RPGs - 3:05 RPG Battle - 29:00 Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends s...

This week, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered BOTH released, and we've been playing them. Plus, it's time to check in on our fantasy critic league from the very beginning of the year and see how all our teams are doing! Time Codes Fantasy critic updates - 9:33 Mori's team - 11:35 Jordan's team - 17:53 Jerica's team - 19:22 Kayla's team - 26:40 Jordan again smh - 33:03 Jake's team...

Let's break down the Mario Kart World direct! Plus, we go through every Mario Kart release and discuss our memories from the franchise #mariokart #mariokartworld Time Codes Direct breakdown - 9:36 Mario Kart memories - 35:18 Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit o...

Let's review Blue Prince! Patrick and Jake have been obsessed with this new puzzle game. Spoiler-free until we tell you otherwise! Review starts at 2:03 #blueprince #gaming #gamingpodcast Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of seven passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends...

This week, we are pitching video games we THINK should be made. If you have a pitch, drop it in the comments! #gaming #gamingpodcast #videogames Dropping in this week: JakeTwitchin, GWTMori, Kayla, Patrick Timecodes Beginning of episode - 00:00 14:00 Pitches begin 18:14 Daredevil Kayla 24:45 the order Mori 30:00 Frozen 32:00 audience submissions 34:ish for The Mask 40:42 Cog's novella 43:30 Kayla...

Let's review South of Midnight! We also talk about other games we've been playing, and say things we can never take back. #southofmidnight #gaming #gamingpodcast