No More Respawns

In this special Halloween-themed episode, we look back at the games that terrified us as kids! From the low-polygon style of the N64 and PS1 that made everything extra creepy, to specific nightmare-fuel moments, we're sharing our spookiest childhood gaming memories. We dive into the accidental horror of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (that zombie hand...), the eerie Majora's Mask, an...

It's the ultimate handheld showdown: Nintendo Switch 2 vs the Steam Deck! In this massive main topic, we do a full, in-depth comparison to help you decide which portable powerhouse is right for you. We break down everything, including the price and overall value, comparing the Steam sales to the Nintendo eShop. We also analyze the displays, from the Switch 2's 120hz screen to the Steam Dec...

Are video games getting too expensive? In this episode of No More Respawns, we dive into a deep discussion about our exhaustion with modern game prices, from Nintendo's $70 Super Mario Galaxy bundle to the controversial Switch 2 Editions of existing games. We share our thoughts on the rising costs, day one DLC, and how platforms like Steam have shaped our buying habits. This all comes after we...

What is the single best game on the N64? The PS2? The original Xbox? In this massive episode of No More Respawns, we're going through a huge list of consoles—from the NES and Game Boy all the way to the PS5 and Xbox Series X—to pick our single favorite game for each one. Get ready for a huge nostalgia trip as we debate and defend our picks, including legendary titles like Super Mario World, Ma...

Kirby Air Ride is officially back! In our huge 10th episode, we're breaking down the massive Nintendo Direct announcement for the new Kirby Air Ride on Switch, including the 16-player City Trial mode. We also celebrate the return of a cult classic, as Chibi-Robo is finally coming to the GameCube app on Nintendo Switch Online! This is our 10th episode, so we're also taking you behind the sc...

Are our phones and social media algorithms hijacking our brains? In this episode of No More Respawns, we have a deep discussion about our internet usage, phone addiction, and the "dopamine drip feed" that keeps us doom scrolling through TikTok and Reddit. We look at our own screen time habits and talk about how algorithms are designed to keep us hooked. We also recap the latest Nintendo Direct Par...

Is your gaming backlog out of control? You're not alone! In this episode of No More Respawns, we confess our gaming sins and dive deep into our ever-growing "piles of shame." We're talking about all the legendary games we own but have never finished, including massive RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3 , Final Fantasy 7 , and Hogwarts Legacy , as well as classics like The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword , P...

Is AI coming for game developers' jobs? In this episode of No More Respawns, we dive into a deep discussion about the role of AI in game development, prompted by recent reports of Microsoft and King potentially replacing level designers with AI tools. We share our thoughts on the pros and cons, and the fine line between speeding up creativity and losing the human element. We also cover all the lat...

Is Super Smash Bros. 64 secretly coming to Nintendo Switch Online for the Switch 2? In this episode of No More Respawns, we dive into the latest N64 app rumor making the rounds, and what it could mean for future classics like Donkey Kong 64 . We also discuss the "gamification" of modern gaming and our thoughts on DLC, battle passes, and loot boxes. We're sharing our recent plays, inc...

What are the best video game series of all time? In this episode of No More Respawns, we're joined by our special guest Brandon to debate our personal Top 3 favorite game series ever! Get ready for a passionate discussion as we defend our picks, including iconic franchises like The Legend of Zelda, the Souls series (Dark Souls, Demon's Souls), classic 3D Mario, the legendary RPG Knights of...

We have our first podcast guest!!! Thank you so much Rachel for joining us for EP. 4!We kick off with an introduction to Rachel and dive into her gaming journey and stories with us! Sharing stories from her childhood, like playing the Barbie horse game and watching Ryan play titles such as KOTOR, Skyrim, Oblivion, and Fallout. Rachel also reminisces about teaming up against Ben in Smash and playin...

General talk, Switch 2 review and Ryan forces Ben to do a brainrot quiz! No More Respawns EP. 3 We got our hands on the Nintendo Switch 2! In this massive episode of No More Respawns, Ben gives his full hands-on first impressions and in-depth review of Nintendo's new console. We cover everything you want to know: the weight and feel, the new screen, overall performance, the vastly improved kicksta...

No More Respawns (NMR) Episode 2 Cringe-worthy Confessions & Nintendo Switch 2 Final Thoughts In this episode of No More Respawns, we kick things off with some hilarious and embarrassing real-life stories before diving into what we've been playing. Ben shares his experiences with the vast end-game of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and the wild variety in Split Fiction , while Ryan talks about the...

Welcome to the very first episode of No More Respawns (NMR)! In our debut, "Switch 2, Game Memories & Hello World!," we press start on our new podcasting adventure. Join us as we introduce ourselves, share why we launched NMR, and give you a sneak peek of what to expect from the channel – from deep dives on various gaming topics and exciting series to special guest appearances. In this episode...