Gaming Theater Podcast

On this episode we take a look at a variety of different stories that are thought to be unfilmable. Maybe the story seemed too big to make, or the special effects would be too much to make. There can be a bunch of different reasons why some stories are too much to be made, though not for a lack of trying. You can find more on Gaming Theater here: https://linktr.ee/Gamingtheaterpresents Or our webs...

On this episode we get to talk about RPGlit. Different stories that happen to have different RPG or video game mechanics. We will also explore a bunch of different stories like this in a variety of different media. So get that +1 armor and listen to this episode, you may get a +2 to constitution for checking this out. Spoiler warnings for Dungeon Crawler Carl, Scott Pilgrim vs the world, ready pla...

This episode is all about different reboots. Some of the good reboots that stick with us and we wish that they would have more episodes, however we will need to talk about some of the awful reboots that are out there as well. You can find more on Gaming Theater here: https://linktr.ee/Gamingtheaterpresents Or our website https://gamingtheaterprese.wixsite.com/gamingtheater For more with Tomatoman...

On this episode we explore the different types of time travel. Some that can change the future, some that that fix the past, some that just travel. Other worlds, fixed points and so many shenanigans on this episode. Spoiler Warning for: Back to the Future series, Futurama, Startrek series, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure, Dragon Ball Z, Evil Dead series, Palm Springs, 7 days You can find more o...

On this episode we join Metal Gear Mondays as we talk about Metal Gear Solid series and how films inspire this game genre. From the Guns of Navarone, Escape from New York, and so many different films. How Metal Gear Solid takes a look at this films and mashes them together to make this game series, Spoiler warning: All Metal Gear Franchise For more with Metal Gear Monday’s you can find them here:...

On this episode we take a look at a brief history over the impact of X-men the Animated Series. This cartoon deserve to be talked in the pantheon of cartoons that change the landscape of animation and storytelling. Let see how this cartoon makes these changes for comic books being turned into animation. Spoiler warning for : X-men the Animated Series You can find more on Gaming Theater here: https...

On this episode we get to talk about different retelling of different stories to really different retelling of different sorties and tails. Like a post apocalyptical Wizard of Oz., Possibly a 1920's version of the Odyssey, Modern day version of Romeo and Juliet. So let's explore these retelling of different tales. If you are in the area check us out at https://ashikacon.com/ You can find more on G...

On this episode we take a look at several different demos for a variety of video games that have appeared over the years, some good, some bad, some classics, and some that live in infamy. Along with that we take a look at the heyday where demos flowed like wine till a dark period in time when a desert of demos existed to the time we are at now where demos had there glorious return. You can find mo...

On this episode we take a look at manuals and strategy guides. Manuals used to be available inside many games to help teach you the player how to play the game and strategy guides that help you the player beat the game. However what happened to these books. These tomes of information set aside to assist every gamer in the land. Well let's take a look and explore on today's episode. Spoiler warning...

In this episode we talk about different nerdy, geeky, and fandom inspirations that keep us in the gym and working on our fitness. let us explore the anime, tv shows, film, cartoons, characters, and even a few celebrities that can act as a muse to get our fitness journey going Spoiler warnings: Full metal alchemist You can find more on Gaming Theater here: https://linktr.ee/Gamingtheaterpresents Or...

On this episode during the spooky season we take a brief look at a few Slasher films that have influenced the genre and why we keep going back. It could be for the suspense of our protagonists running from the large beast like creature such as Jason Voorhees, or the camp and playful nature of Freddy Krueger. We will take a look at some legendary slashers such as Mike Myers, or silly ones like Chuc...

on this episode we talk about unique non cash and credit currency in storytelling. This is not your usual cash spending. Gold coins, dollar bills, rupies, zeny none of those. What we are talking about is those random things that is used in place of cash. Some of these are stamps, bottle caps, trading cards, bullets and several other wacky things. So join us in this episode. Special thanks to Extra...

On this episode we take a look at a variety of anti grinding game systems. Systems that the development team has put into place in order to prevent grinding in a game. Some of these may force the player to move on with there story, and others are there to prevent stagnation, and a few other options that may come up with varying results. Check it out and listen. You can find more on Gaming Theater...

On today's episode we get to take a look at the rise of the trope and pop culture rise of ninjas. Come listen on how these masters of the shadow arts stealthily come from the clans of Japan all the way into our hearts. We will talk about the ninja's rise to facing off James Bond, have there own series of movies, become mutated with turtles, deal with Shinra in Midgard, surf the big tides, and even...

On this episode we take a look at things that define a Gary Stu and Mary Sue, where there origins come from how the writing of these type of characters work. How some of our favorite characters can also seem like a Gary Stu and Mary Sue, and also is that even a bad thing? Spoiler warning for the following: Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill, Star Wars You can find more on Gamin...

On today's episode we take a look at how different intellectual properties get turned into a variety of different table top role playing games. Check out so of these famous books, movies, comics and video games with there very own TTRPG. From MMORPG to various cartoons and so much more. Let's explore these odd TTRPGs Special thanks to Gem State Gaming Convention for hosting us you can find them he...

On this episode we chat about one episode characters that stay onto the main story. Sometimes a character will be meant for one episode or one brief story point, or just for a small moment but for one reason or another they get elevated to being a major character. In other cases that character gets added to the main canon. So join us and explore one note characters. Spoilers for : Harley Quinn, Ta...

On today's episode we take a look at a particular writing style that has become a little trope filled in this day known as your five man band, although in our case we are kicking it up to 7. Join us as we explore the types of band mates known as, the Leader, the Lancer, the heart, the brains, the strong guy, the sixth ranger, and the outsider. Check out some familiar characters and stories. also t...

In this season 3 finale we have several guests on this episode talking about epic crossovers how these events change different stories and canons. Together we can explore and learn what is the difference between a cross over and an epic crossover. Also we will be taking a break and the next episode will be released on the 4th of July You can find more on Gaming Theater here: https://linktr.ee/Gami...

Hi everyone take a look at this episode of Gaming Theater podcast MOD-ernizing old consoles. We take a look at modifications for a variety of different consoles and arcade modifications to make them doo different things. from making specific adjustments to make different games work to adding things to older consuls to make them work in a modern system to so many other addons and adaptations. You c...

On this episode we take a look at movies that get made into video games. Some of these video games can made and treated like legends like Spider-Man 2 or Goldeneye, however there are other games made off of movies the become so infamous that the mention of them gives a collective shutter to historians. Looking at you E.T. So join us and our special guest form Collateral Cinema as we explore this t...

Check out this live episode recorded from Treefort 2025's own Podfort. In this episode we discuss the storytelling elements of the last stand. Holding the line, bunkering down, waiting till morning, or when help ill come for our heroes. Places that are under siege, onslaughts coming at our protagonists.. Whether they are aliens, zombies, vampires, and even people. So join us for this look into thi...

On today's episode we take a brief look at a short history of monster movies and tv shows known as Creature Features. We will check out the origins from the monster movies in the 1930's, to the big monster movie boom of the 1950's and so much more. Join us to look at what creatures are dear to our hearts and our nostalgia. Spoiler warning for: The picture of Dorian Gray, Basmati Blues, The colossa...

No your not seeing double, on today's episode we explore the storytelling aspects of doppelgangers. These stories sometimes has a good and a bad side, or will involve some kind of shape shifting creature. Some of these stories feature the road not taken or an evil twin. There is even other stories where the world has changed so what does our heroes look like in this world. Join us and listen in to...

On today's episode we discuss the importance of music, and specifically, the value of music crafted and the significance of achievement through limitations. We also cover what music from our favorite games have inspired us the most and throughout our lives. Join us in a discovering the beats that are between and beyond just beeps and boops! To find out how video game music has intertwined with the...