Replay the Glory Days

We were supposed to be playing The Sims today, but instead, we got trapped in an underground bunker. Welcome to our Fallout 3 episode! Join Tanner and Kyle as Kyle experiences the Capital Wasteland for the absolute first time. We’re holding it up against our gold standard Skyrim to see how Bethesda's formula translates to guns and radiation. Plus, we dive deep into the absolute absurdity of t...

Hit pause on the early 2000s video games because today, we are traveling to a galaxy far, far away! In this special bonus episode, Tanner drags Kyle away from the controller and forces him onto the couch for an epic, back-to-back movie marathon of Star Wars: Episodes I, II, and III . But here’s the real kicker: This is Kyle’s first time ever watching these movies. That’s right. Kyle has somehow ma...

 In this episode, Kyle and Tanner brave the cordyceps-infested world of The Last of Us , but surviving the apocalypse is only half the battle. What starts as a deep dive into Joel and Ellie’s traumatic journey quickly spirals into a series of legendary tangents that only this duo could pull off. Between dodging Clickers and debating gameplay mechanics, the guys find themselves deconstructing the e...

To celebrate a whole year of retro trips down memory lane, Tanner and Kyle are throwing out the usual playbook and doing something completely new. For our massive one-year anniversary episode, we are joined by the legendary Scott —who is here to guide us through our very first foray into the multiverse of Magic: The Gathering! In this super-sized, extra-long celebration, we are diving headfirst in...

Tanner and Kyle finally cross "The Forbidden Lands" off their bucket list as they experience the 2005 Team Ico masterpiece for the very first time. From the breathtaking scale of the first Colossus to the moral weight of Wander’s quest, we’re breaking down our initial impressions. Is the horse control actually charming or just chaotic? Does the minimalist storytelling still hold up in 20...

 In this episode, Tanner and Kyle scale the heights of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves , diving deep into Nathan Drake’s most cinematic adventure while veering into some hilarious tangents. Between the gunfights and betrayals, Kyle shares his experience finally playing his very first roguelike , which sparks a debate on the reckless mechanics of base jumping. From museum heists to questionable survival...

Join Tanner and Kyle in the trenches as they rev up their chainsaw bayonets to fight off relentless hordes of Locusts in Gears of War ! On this episode, the guys dive into the vanishing art of couch co-op and debate the merits of modern console exclusives. They also tackle a terrifying "what if": would you actually pay real money for a DLC just to be able to sprint? Whether you’re here f...

We’re back! To kick off the third season of the show, Tanner and Kyle are diving into the 2001 masterpiece that defined the open-world genre: Grand Theft Auto III. From the moody atmosphere of Staunton Island to the "silent but deadly" nature of our lead character, we’re breaking it all down. Plus, we settle the long-standing debate: Does the protagonist's name actually sucks? Tanne...

Season 2 is in the books! We’re recapping every game we played, but the celebration turns into an interrogation when Kyle puts Tanner’s "Gaming Guru" status to the test. Is Tanner the real deal, or has he been winging it? Between a chaotic round of Two Truths and a Lie,  Kyle’s shocking worst to best rankings, and a confusing discussion about how years work, the vibes are getting tense....

Tanner and Kyle finally enter the Aperture Science Enrichment Center! On this episode, we celebrate a podcast milestone: Portal is the very first game we’ve beaten from start to finish on the show. We discuss our quest to knock out the entire Valve library. From Valve’s legendary design to a catastrophic recording fail , this episode has it all. STAY TUNED: At the end, we drop details on our massi...

Tanner and Kyle finally saddle up for the original Red Dead Redemption ! On this episode, the frontier gets weird as Tanner rants about the series' nonsensical naming conventions and explains why open-world game design is just a high-stakes magic trick. We also dive into the history of New Game Plus —since we couldn't remember where it started, we found the answer for you. Plus, Kyle hit...

Dust off your blasters and grab your jetpacks! This week, Tanner and Kyle are heading back to 2004 to revisit the absolute classic that started it all: the original Star Wars Battlefront . But before we secure the command posts, we’re taking a detour down memory lane to talk about... Vines ?  Watch as Kyle and Tanner battle it out on planets they can barely pronounce. Is it Kashyyyk ? Kash-hick ?...

Tanner and Kyle are quite literally jumping out of their chairs this week as they board the USG Ishimura! Join the boys for a terrifying deep dive into Dead Space , where they break down its heavy Alien cinematic DNA and debate the biggest changes in the 2023 Remake. From the gore to the atmosphere, we’re covering it all—including a look into the tragic fate of Isaac’s lover, Nicole. Is she the ke...

Tanner and Kyle are making history in today’s episode with a score so unexpected we’ve never given it out before. We’re dissecting the 2006 Godfather game to see if it actually lives up to the cinematic masterpiece that inspired it. Plus, we’re kicking off the year on a personal note with stories from our New Year’s Day celebrations with friends and family. From high-stakes hits to holiday highlig...

The Season Finale is here, and we’re making you an offer you can't refuse! For our final bonus episode of the season, we’re flipping the script and doing things a little differently. Join us for a special role-reversal deep dive as Tanner (our novice watcher) views Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather for the very first time under the guidance of our resident film expert, Kyle . Together, the...

The safe room door is open, and the horde is coming. 🧟‍♂️ Join Tanner and Kyle as they revisit the legendary co-op shooter that changed everything: Left 4 Dead . This week, we aren't just talking about the Hunters and Smokers you know—we’re digging into the Valve archives to analyze the Special Infected that didn't make it. From the terrifying Screamer in his straitjacket to the gross-o...

Join Tanner and Kyle as they dive into the cult classic video game, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed ! This week, we're taking on the role of Starkiller , Darth Vader's secret apprentice, and unleashing the full power of the Dark Side on Kashyyyk. Tanner tries to guide Kyle through the deep lore, but you won't believe how much (or how little) Kyle actually knows about the Star Wars un...

Tanner and Kyle dive headfirst into the third installment of the infamous series, Second Son! This episode is a blast of pure power as we break down the different kinds of abilities Delsin gets his hands on, talk about the moody, rainy streets of Seattle , and debate the toughest part of the game: the moral choices Kyle has to face. This recap goes as quick as the neon powers themselves, so buckle...

Get ready for an episode you won't believe! Did Chris succeed in shocking Kyle and Tanner by recommending the legendary, and notoriously inappropriate, Leisure Suit Larry: Magnum Cum Laude? The guys dive headfirst into this bizarre, adult-themed adventure, and the results are hilarious and deeply unsettling. Find out Kyle's unedited, possibly traumatized, thoughts on the game's ridi...

Season 2 is HERE! 🌙 Your favorite gaming podcast is back, and this time, we are joined by our special guest Kamren as we play his recommended game, the darkest and most beloved N64 classics: The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask! Join Tanner, Kyle, and Kamren as we dive into Clock Town. Experience the anxiety, the looming Moon, and the stress of that three-day deadline. Plus. as a Season 2 cele...

Hey, Listen! It's our Second Bonus Episode! Grab your N64 controller and put on your green tunic—we're diving into pure nostalgia! Special guest Kamren joins us to revisit the masterpiece that is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time . We'll journey through Hyrule , from the Kokiri Forest to the Temple of Time, discussing why this game is one of the highest-rated ever . But don'...

It’s the episode you’ve been waiting for! We’ve finally finished all ten games from the wheel, and the time has come to settle the score. In this special season finale, Kyle ranks every game from worst to best! We discuss everything from killer pigeons to Elden Ring and beyond! Be sure to stick around to the very end as Tanner reveals the next ten games we'll be playing in Season Two ! Suppor...

Everybody's minds are being blown this episode—ours, and unfortunately, everyone in Liberty City ! Kyle is playing Grand Theft Auto IV for the very first time, and we're there to capture every glorious, jaw-dropping moment. The question isn't whether he'll like it, but how much he'll love it. As they say... you wouldn't steal a car! Mazel Tov! Support us by following...

Welcome to our first-ever bonus episode ! What better way to kick it off than by celebrating the launch of the game we've all been waiting for: Ghost of Yōtei . We've been playing non-stop, and in this episode, we break down our initial reactions, what's surprised us, and our overall first impressions after many hours in-game.  How does it stack up? Tune in to find out! Support us b...

Join Tanner and Kyle as they begin their Pokémon journey in the Hoenn region! But they're not making it easy for themselves—they're playing with Nuzlocke rules. Will they triumph over the challenge, or will their team be wiped out? Most importantly, what will Kyle, a Pokémon first-timer, think of the experience? Listen to find out! Support us by following us on our social media @replayth...