Past & Present Playthroughs

LETS PLAY BASEBALL!   Step up to the plate for Episode 20 of Past & Present Playthroughs, where we’re taking a swing at a GameCube classic—Mario Superstar Baseball! Joining me for nine innings of Mushroom Kingdom mayhem is my brother Justin, as we break down the game’s best (and worst) mechanics, its roster of power-packed characters, and the undeniable charm that makes it a standout in the Ma...

M-M-M-M-Mario?   Episode 19 of Past & Present Playthroughs brings us on a ghostly adventure as we turn down the lights and join everyone’s favorite green-capped hero in Luigi’s Mansion for the Nintendo GameCube. Fellow Monmouth University Alum and friend Glen sat down with me to discuss the game’s atmospheric design, clever puzzles, and unique take on ghost-catching. With the help of Professor...

Red, Yellow, or Blue?   Episode 18 of Past & Present Playthroughs goes from vacation mode to survival mode with Captain Olimar in Nintendo’s inventive real-time strategy game Pikmin. Traverse the beautiful landscape of a mysterious planet with the help of the colorful plant-like species called Pikmin. Joining me once again is Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State's very own Mr. Nintendo B...

PIKACHU USE THUNDERBOLT!!!   Episode 17 of Past & Present Playthroughs takes us back to the classic world of Kanto with Pokémon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition, the enhanced version of the original Pokémon games released in 1999. Take control of everyone's favorite Pokémon trainer, Ash Ketchum, as you try to catch ‘em all while traveling with Pikachu as his loyal companion. Joining me on this...

 Hit it, Marines! Go! Go! Go!   Episode 16 of Past & Present Playthroughs brings us the groundbreaking first-person shooter that would forever change the landscape of video games as we know it --Halo: Combat Evolved. Joined by my cousin Michael, we discuss Bungie's 2001 masterpiece as we explore the ringworld of Halo through the lens of the Master Chief. We'll discuss the game’s revolutionary...

PEPPER RONI!   Episode 15 of Past & Present Playthroughs takes on an adventure through time and space in the quirky and colorful world of Lego Island. Everyone's favorite dude with the food Pepper Roni is ready to save the day in Lego Island 2: The Brickster's Revenge. Joining me on this great episode is the man himself Ryan Waldis AKA Pepper Roni (or is it like a Superman and Bizarro situatio...

GIANT. FIGHTING. ROBOTS.   Episode 14 of Past & Present Playthroughs drops us into the heart of the One Year War with Gundam Side Story 0079: Rise from the Ashes. Navigate the gritty Australian frontlines as Lieutenant Master Pierce Rayer, commander of the White Dingo Team. Long time Gundam fan Jonathan Carlson joins me as we discuss this Dreamcast classic and I get some education on the Gunda...

Metroid's... Why did it have to be Metroid's?   Episode 13 of Past & Present Playthroughs features everyone's favorite bounty hunter in a thrilling transition from 2D side-scrolling to 3D adventure in Metroid Prime for the Nintendo GameCube. Join my brother Justin and I as we discuss the groundbreaking first-person adventure that redefined the Metroid series. From its immersive environments, i...

Hell yeah, baby. Everyone wants to see The Cole Train play!   Episode 12 of Past & Present Playthroughs drops us into the chainsaw-revving, adrenaline-pumping, and iconic third-person shooter Gears of War. We'll discuss the game's groundbreaking cover system, cinematic storytelling, and unforgettable characters like Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago. Joining me to discuss this phenomenal game is b...

THE BLADE IS COLD. YES?!   Episode 11 of Past & Present Playthroughs brings us to the quirky and somewhat adrenaline-fueled world of I-Ninja. This game features a fierce and comically charming ninja (yes his name is Ninja) on a quest to defeat the evil Master O-Dor and his army of Ranx (yes its a fart joke and they stink). My cousin Devin is back to talk about a game we enjoyed as kids, but ma...

Calling all Pokémon Masters!   Episode 10 of Past & Present Playthroughs has us putting the spotlight on Pokémon Stadium, the groundbreaking Nintendo 64 game that brought our beloved Pokémon battles to life in glorious 3D for the first time. Fellow Pokémon Master Dan and I explore the various modes and challenges this game has to offer, including the intense Gym Leader Castle, the strategic mi...

Is she A mommy or THE mommy?   Episode 9 of Past & Present Playthroughs brings everybody's favorite Umbra Witch (MOMMY) Bayonetta center stage as we dive into one of the most iconic action-adventure games that redefined the hack-and-slash genre. I sat down with new family member Marco to talk about Hideki Kamiyas black latex wearing badass. Try to keep your mind out of the gutter as we discuss...

It's a me, (Paper) Mario!   In PAPER FORM!? Why did it take so long for me to play this? This game is phenomenal!   Episode 8 of Past & Present Playthroughs brings us to the town of Rogue Port. Where everyone's favorite Italian Plumber is on another adventure to rescue Princess Peach, stop the evil X-Nauts, and discover the secret of the mysterious Thousand Year Door! I sat down with Virginia...

Boxes, bad guys, and a Bandicoot!   Lucky number (Episode) 7 puts us on a mysterious island 300 miles off the coast of Tasmania. Where the evil Doctor Neo Cortex is creating an anthropomorphic army of soldiers to take over the world. However, his "ideal" general and test subject Crash has other plans instead. My brother Justin joins me once again for another legendary PlayStation title as we go ba...

Its been peaceful here in the five worlds... or is it six?   Episode 6 of Past & Present Playthroughs takes us to the World of Dragons where the "UGLY" Gnasty Gnorc has taken over all of the Dragon Kingdom. With all of the dragons turned to stone and all of there treasure turned into devious gnorc soldiers, who can stop this fiend? Thankfully a little purple dragon and his dragonfly companion...

Ready to shoot some shapes and get your rave on?   Episode 5 of Past & Present Playthroughs goes retro (sort of) with the arcade styled multidirectional shooter Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2. An amazing game that offers a blend of retro arcade charm and modern sensory excitement that keeps players coming back for more (ONE MORE GAME)! I got to sit down with long time gamer and longer time fri...

There's always a lighthouse. There's always a man. There's always a city.   Episode 4 of Past & Present Playthroughts brings us to the beautiful and "wonderful" city in the sky known as Columbia. Where detective Booker DeWitt must find the girl named Elizabeth to "wipe away the debt." If only it was that easy... My buddy Christian joins me as we tackle one of the most exciting, confusing, and...

Who were the precursors? How did they harness Eco? What is an ottsel? We will answer those questions and more on this episode Past & Present Playthroughs. I am joined by my brother Justin as we look back at one of the greatest PlayStation 2 games ever created... Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy.   Follow us on our socials!   Instagram: @Past_Present_Play Twitter: @PastPresentPlay Twitch: i...

Luke, you switched off your targeting computer! What's wrong?   Episode 2 of Past & Present Playthroughs takes us across the galaxy with Luke Skywalker, Wedge Antilles, and the rest of Rogue Squadron! I am joined by my buddy Dan, as we discuss Star Wars: Rogue Squadron for the Nintendo 64 and Windows 98.   Follow us on our socials!   Instagram: @Past_Present_Play Twitter: @PastPresentPlay Twit...

Welcome to Past & Present Playthroughs! My cousin Devin joins me on the first ever episode to talk Mega Man X4!   Follow us on our socials!   Instagram: @Past_Present_Play Twitter: @PastPresentPlay Twitch: its_AxOK YouTube: @PastPresentPlay