Optional Boss Podcast

This episode Josh and Tyler discuss some stories found on reddit and determine if said poster was, in-fact, the asshole. To attempt to be as unbiased ahead of time only the first couple sentences were read before compiling this list!

In this episode Josh and Tyler discuss video game intros, some of the most impactful, some that are downright horrendous and what makes a good opening to high engagement games

First episode of the year! Welcome 2026! BUT before that we must reflect on the past year, Josh and Tyler discuss the year as a whole! The wins and losses, goods and bads, pros and cons. Come join us!

3rd uploads a charm, music has been stripped as the service kept flagging the episode In this episode Josh and Tyler discuss which games to be stranded on a desert island and why, Lets hear yours!

In this episode, Josh and Tyler discuss the joys of having so many different showcases. Such as the Nintendo Direct, State of Play, Xbox showcases, Silent Hill Transmissions, Capcom Presents etc. Not all of them are bangers by any means, but they don't have to be, they've become a spectacle of entertainment and excitement. When one gets announced everyone gets excited. When that big release that c...

Despite Josh saying its episode 56 in a classic brain fart of dialogue dislexia, Welcome to episode 65 where we discuss box art descriptions, you know, the things on the back of the box that try to sell you on the game before we had internet like today. Assuming it wasn't caged up behind a glass pane. Josh and Tyler go head to head reading box art descriptions and attempt to figure out where t...

It would make sense to talk about the N64 for episode 64 right? Nah, instead Josh and Tyler take another top list and critique it, this time it's Gamerants top 32 games of the 90's. Not gonna lie some of them threw us off, fairly decent list but certainly a questionable order

Oops, episode was delisted, sorry aboot that! This episode Tyler and Josh air out their frustrations within the gaming world, stupid things really and just let us vent for a bit!

This episode Josh and Tyler discuss those casual games, pick up and play with a few minutes to go

In this episode, Tyler ran away so I invited Toadie, returning guest to discuss sandbox games and city builders! Like the Minecrafts, City Skylines, FACTORIO!!! Come check it out!

In this episode we discuss the grind, grinding in games, farming, call it what you want but it can be found in so many games now a days. But not all grinding is good, some are just downright boring. Check it out!

In this episode Josh and Tyler discuss media that revolves around video games instead of about video games, such as comics, old TV Shows, Movies, Magazines, Youtube and others!

Another rambly episode where we discuss the Switch 2 news and honestly go off the rails on various topics that wouldn't fit into any other episode

Kbash granted us his presence once again as we discuss the "B" Games. Those games that don't get mainstream love, or considered a "flop" but has a cult status. The world needs more B games and the world needs to appreciate the B game just a little more, so we set out to have a rambly discussion just on that

We love the Switch and with the next iteration around the corner, Josh and Tyler took the opportunity to discuss the Switch, what we've enjoyed and why before we dive into rumors and speculate on what the Switch 2 will bring us

We all have those titles that we just never had a chance to get around to and honestly, it kinda sucks. This episode Josh and Tyler discuss some of the titles that may eventually get played, but would of been better back in the day

The wacky world of "innovative" controls, some good some bad and some are just some wacky accessories for gaming. This episode we discuss some of the more bizarre controllers and control methods gaming has seen to date

We all have those games we get sucked into, love it and may not like admitting it. This episode Josh and Tyler discuss some of their guilty pleasure games and those they get sucked into

This episode Josh and Tyler discuss what they would consider the best end all be all Nintendo Console Tier list.... Handhelds can come too

With the Bossie's around the corner, Josh and Tyler discuss the vents and what they played this past year

We finally sit down and chat about Chrono Trigger, after making some mention in one way or another since all the way back in episode 1

In this episode we discuss those glorious, wonderful achievement pop-ups... or trophies... or gamer score... you know what we are referring too. Honestly, we are not trophy hunters, but that hasn't stopped us from scouting out the occasional platinum or just aiming for that glorious 110% Give us a listen! SOCIALS Instagram http://instagram.com/optionalbosspc Twitter http://x.com/optionalbosspc Blu...

We'd be stupid to make an episode about buying games...right? Well maybe, but we did it anyways! Josh and Tyler discuss buying experiences as collectors, remember some nostalgic memories and talk about dislikes that we have experienced with different outlets! Find us on Instagram and Twitter @optionalbossPC

With the PS5 Pro coming out soon, Josh and Tyler decide to take a look back at Sony, Sega, Xbox and Nintendo to see what they have don. Console variations is nothing new, however within the recent generations thy have substantially changed. This also starts year 3 of The Optional Boss Podcast! Thank you so much to everyone who has joined us on this journey, we've been having a blast!

Nothing quite like getting hyped for something coming out soon(TM), but what if it never does come out? What if radio silence happens and we have no idea what's going on with the title? Or, in a more cheerful fashion, what happens if it does come out and lives up to its hype? Gaming Hype has taken over and Josh and Tyler discuss titles they are hyped for, where hype has killed anticipation, wh...