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Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective When Hard mode isn't enough, gamers will sometimes find their own set of rules to make games more challenging. Often there isn't a trophy/achievement/prize in completing these self-imposed challenges, other than their own satisfaction. Dan and Antonio list off some well known ones and share their own experiences.  --------...

In the season finale of Wilbranch High, bridges are mended, forces reveal themselves, and an ending none of the players saw coming. Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @Ashtreelogger Twitch: Akayuay Iggy : Daniel @PerpetualPlayer Twitch: ThePerpetualPlayer1

Dan and Antonio go over the Twitter polls and see who you guys picked to win each of last week's match ups. We also do a quick roundup of some of the major gaming headlines from last week. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Antonio o...

In the penultimate episode, the history of the Kincaids is finally revealed. One of the gang tries taking things into their own hands. You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @Ashtreelogger Twitch:...

Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective We've all heard the debate between who was better between Nintendo and Sega. Today we look at things through a different angle, which characters would win in 1 on 1 matchups? We invite notorious Sega fanboy Jacob to fight for the blue brand while Dan dons his reds. Let us know who you think wins each matchup!  Follow Jacob...

Cessily tries taking things into her own hands, Ash stares into the abyss, and Iggy does Iggy things You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @Ashtreelogger Twitch: Akayuay Iggy : Daniel @PerpetualP...

Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective We talk to the director of Starstruck, an upcoming indie game that's been lauded as a cross between Guitar Hero, Earthbound, and Katamari Damacy.  Max and Starstruck: Hands of Time Twitter: @PlayStarstruck http://playstarstruck.com/ Download the prologue on steam! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1054950/Starstruck_Hands...

Consequences, comforts, and creepiness are in store for Wilbranch's favorite group of misfits. You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @Ashtreelogger Twitch: Akayuay Iggy : Daniel @PerpetualPlayer...

With apologies to Robert Stack. Have you ever been frustrated when a game is announced that you're super excited about and then all you get is radio silences for the next couple of years? Dan and Antonio showcase some games that have gone MIA since being announced (This was recorded BEFORE the Nintendo Direct Mini on 7/20/20) ------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Things escalate very quickly for our gang. And truths are finally revealed. You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @Ashtreelogger Twitch: Akayuay Iggy : Daniel @PerpetualPlayer Twitch: ThePerpetua...

Everyone knows that one of the most important times in a game's life cycle is launch. Typically it's the make or break moment which determines success. This week Dan and Antonio talk about games that had less than stellar launches, and how they affected the game. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Wilbranch has their very own Mystery Inc! Except they're not as successful as those meddling kids. You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @Ashtreelogger Twitch: Akayuay Iggy : Daniel @PerpetualPla...

This past week a lot of allegations against prominent members of the FGC came to light. Dan and Antonio talk about how this affects the FGC and how we as members of the community can do better. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Anto...

Secrets are revealed, but even more are discovered. Who's targeting Abby? Is Cessily's family involved? What kind of stupid crap is Iggy getting into now? You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @A...

Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Our totally on time spoilercast of FFVII Remake is here! We sit down with friend of the show RetroSetJoe to talk about the twists, changes, and the future of one of the most beloved games in history Follow Joe on his socials: Twitch: twitch.tv/RetroSetGo Instagram: @RetroSetJoe Twitter: @RetroSetJoe Youtube: https://www.youtube...

Not even one year after Mixer signed a big exclusivity contract with Ninja, Microsoft has shutdown the streaming rival to Twitch and we have special guest Jessaroar here to talk about the rise and fall of Mixer Follow Jessaroar here:   @JessaRoar twitch.tv/Jessaroar --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Episode 2 of the special tabletop miniseries sees the gang bond over an unexpected movie, but something sinister is happening at Wilbranch. You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC : Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @ArcaneVenom Twitch/Mixer: Sammybear Anabelle : Suzy @Shy_Suzy Cessily : Andy @AndyG8100 Lorelei : Ashley @Ashtreelo...

Episode 1 of a special 1-shot tabletop campaign Daniel had the pleasure of taking part in. Hosted by Alex aka GMHina, a former guest on the podcast, and joined by Sammy, Ashley, and others, they go back to highschool, but with a paranormal twist. You can catch them playing live on Thursdays at 6PM PT on https://www.twitch.tv/gmhina Cast: MC :  Alex @hinasquirrel Twitch: GMHina Ash : Sammy @Ar...

Dan sits down with Milo Ocampo, president of 8-bit Esports. Former UNLV team turned professional esports organization. We talk about how COVID-19 spurred the huge decision to go pro, why Vegas is so important to the future of esports, and what exactly is up Riot's sleeve when it comes to  the pro Valorant scene. Follow Milo/8-bit esports here: Milo's Twitter: @kuyamilo Twitter: @8bit_esports...

Forgive the rambling and unfocused nature of the conversation, but we literally recorded this minutes after the end of the PS5 reveal stream! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Antonio on: Twitter: @AKLTrifecta Facebook: AKLTrifecta...

Dan and Antonio wanted to share where we stand. We stand with the angry, the frustrated, and the ones pushing for change. Enough is enough. Please consider donating to these foundations: Minnesota Freedom Fund George Floyd Memorial Fund I Run With Maud Black Visions Collective Reclaim the Block Campaign Zero Communities United Against Police Brutality Black Lives Matter NAACP Legal Defense Fund A...

Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective We talk to Zhenghua Yanga aka Z, co-founder and producer at Serenity Forge Games about Neversong, the brand new indie platformer. We also talk about how COVID-19 has affected indie development overall and where we see it going. Follow Z  and Serenity Forge Games  Twitter : @ZhenghuaYang https://serenityforge.com/ @Ser...

Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Dan and Antonio celebrated one whole heckin year of NG+ by doing their first ever live podcast! We asked each other tough (no so much) questions and took some from you the listener! You can watch the whole thing on Dan's Twitch channel! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective Do you love it when sitcoms do clips shows to pad out their season? Then you'll love this episode! Dan and Antonio reminisce on the first year of New Game+ and recall their favorite moments! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Theme Song:  End Title (Hyper Potions Remix) - Materia Collective The shoe finally dropped and EVO 2020 has been cancelled. Dan and Antonio talk about the impact COVID-19 has had on the FGC and why they're not exactly looking forward to EVO Online. Netcode article Antonio mentioned: https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2019/10/explaining-how-fighting-games-use-delay-based-and-rollback-netcode/ ----...