Gaming with Grown Folks

Send us Fan Mail In episode 16 of Gaming with Grown Folks, Jahdie breaks down one of the most consequential months in modern gaming. We recap the biggest world premiers from the 2026 Summer Showcases, including Playstation's State of Play, the Xbox Games Showcase, Summer Game Fest and a Nintendo Direct packed with Switch 2 heavy hitters like the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Star Fox....

Send us Fan Mail Join Jahdie for a deep dive into the PS5 Pro performance of Saros and the new Invincible VS fighting game. We break down the sold-out launch of the 2026 Steam Controller, preview a massive May release calendar - including Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light - and review the Mortal Kombat II movie. Hardware: PS% Pro deep dive and the new Steam Controller's TMR tech. Reviews: S...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Gaming with Grown Folks! In Episode 14, Jahdie breaks down an absolutely wild month in the video game industry. Is the new $900 PS5 Pro price tag justified? We dive into the massive Playstation hardware price hikes and discuss the divisive opening weekend reviews for the new Super Mario Galaxy movie. Plus, we deliver in-depth reviews of March 2026's heaviest h...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Gaming with Grown Folks, we're diving deep into the biggest news shaking the foundation of the video game industry. Jahdie has back pain, but somehow found time to press start. In-Depth Reviews: Resident Evil Requiem: Is it the perfect bridge between classic horror and modern action? Jahdie stays up past his bedtime to deliver the definitive verdict on Capcom&apo...

Send us Fan Mail The video game industry is shifting. In this episode of Gaming with Grown Folks, I break down the historic Xbox leadership shakeup following Phil Spencer's retirement. What does a new AL-focused CEO mean for the future of your favorite Xbox studios? Plus, I look at the harsh realities of the early 2026 gaming market, explore the hidden premium games on Apple Arcade that respe...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 11: The Hardware Wars & The RPG Grind The industry woke up this week. Jahdie is back in the studio  to break down a massive week of announcements from both Sony and Nintendo that set the stage for the rest of 2026. In this episode, we dive deep into the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, highlighting the shadow drops you can play right now and the heavy hitters coming t...

Send us Fan Mail This episode Jahdie does a deep dive into the psychological horror of Resident Evil Requiem and a technical breakdown of the Nintendo Switch 2's biggest launch titles. We analyze Capcom's "Tension and Release" mechanics, discuss the time-bending combat of Code Vein II, and ask if the Xbox "3DO" strategy is a brilliant move or a disaster waiting to hap...

Send us Fan Mail Experience the future of Xbox with an in-depth breakdown of the 2926 Developer Direct, featuring Forza Horizon 6 in Japan and Fable's revolutionary AI. In Episode 9 of Gaming with Grown Folks, Jahdie dives deep into the tactical shift of Riot Games' 2XKO, exploring how 2v2 tag mechanics are changing fighting games. We also recap the massive Xbox Developer Direct 2026, in...

Send us Fan Mail Is the Nintendo Switch 2 the future of handheld gaming? Join your host Jahdie for a deep dive into Animal Crossing, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, and the best of Cloud Gaming of 2026. In Episode 8 of Gaming with Grown Folks, we're breaking down the biggest shifts in the industry. We start with the Nintendo Switch 2, exploring how the new hardware transforms Animal Crossing: New Hor...

Send us Fan Mail Step into Episode 7 of Gaming with Grown Folks, where host Jahdie breaks down the biggest gaming announcements from CES 2026 and celebrates the timeless joy of classic games that still resonate today. This episode dives deep into the future of gaming tech - from Nvidia DLSS 4.5, MSI's Raider 16 Max HM, and Intel's Panther Lake chips, to the rise of OLED gaming monitors a...

Send us Fan Mail Step into the world of survival horror with Episode Six of Gaming with Grown Folks, where host Jahdie delivers a deep dive into the entire Resident Evil franchise - from the original 1996 classic to Resident Evil Village and the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem. This episode breaks down every mainline Resident Evil game with a grown folks lens, exploring: Character motivations acros...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 5 of Gaming with Grown Folks takes a deep look at the biggest gaming stories of 2025. Host Jahdie breaks down the year's industry shake ups from the record breaking Nintendo Switch 2 launch and the rise of AI in gaming, to massive studio layoffs, hardware price hikes, and the latest on GTA 6 and Valve's new hardware. Then we spotlight the most memorable games of...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 4 of the Gaming with Grown Folks dives deep into the biggest moments shaping the gaming world now. Host Jaheim breaks down The Outer Worlds 2 with an in-depth look at its new star system, expanded combat, companions, and Xbox Series X performance. We also recap the 2025 Game Awards, including the historic sweep by Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and explore why this indie RPG...

Send us Fan Mail Gaming changes as life gets busier - and Episode 3 of Gaming with Grown Folks goes deeper into how modern games fit adult lives. In this episode, we break down the story, setting, and character motivation behind major titles, while discussing portable gaming, family-friendly experiences and industry news. We share detailed impressions of Arc Raiders on PC, Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch...

Send us Fan Mail In episode two we're diving into four completely different going experiences: the joyful chaos of Kirby Air Riders on Nintendo Switch 2, the tense storytelling of Dispatch on PS5, early impressions of Metroid Prime 4 on the Switch 2, and the intense action of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on Xbox Series X. We also have a discussion about the new Xbox ROG Ally X. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Gaming with Grown Folks, the podcast for gamers who love achievements but still have to manager responsibilities, bills and bedtime routines. I'm your host Jahdie and today we're diving into a hot debate: Are modern games actually better...or were we just kids with more free time? Support the show