The Crowned Heathens Podcast

Taking a look back at the games we played in 2023. Some of us played a lot of video games and some of us wanted to play more video games in 2024. We talk about the games we loved, the games we didn't and all the games we played the most on each system. Matt plays the Switch, Marissa plays the Xbox, and Sacco plays Playstation. Games we talk about this week: Animal Crossing, The Legend of Zelda, Po...

So this was a weird one and took a turn fast. I don't even know where to start with this one. The Heathens talk about what video game characters they could beat in a fight. Anyway, listen for yourself and try not to judge. Matt would beat up a child, Marissa is the voice of reason, Sacco would beat up a baby. Games we talk about this week: Venba, Super Meat Boy, Little Big Planet, The Binding of I...

It's that time of year again and according to Matt, this is part 1 of the end-of-year podcasts. It's The Game Awards podcast time!!! We go over the winners, the nominees and the announcements. Matt is scared and horny, Marissa swooned, and Sacco played a game and didn't tell anyone about it. Games we talk about this week: Harmonium, Exodus, Jurassic Park Survival, The Casting of The Frank Stone, O...

So... Some people didn't do their homework this week but it's all good because in classic Crowned Heathens fashion they winged it and hoped for the best. This week the Heathens ask each other interesting video game questions to learn more about each other. Matt didn't have any questions planned, Marissa was prepared, and Sacco was also not prepared. Games we talk about this week: Gubbins, The Witc...

Again in a surprise to nobody, the Heathens get derailed multiple times. The loose theme of this week's podcast is out of all the video games you've played, which characters would you not want to meet? From Geralt to Waluigi there is a range of characters mentioned, do you agree with the Heathens? Matt chooses violence, Marissa gets annoyed, and Sacco has trauma. Games we talk about this week: Hal...

Just because a video game is good doesn't mean everyone will like it. Sometimes you just don't click with a game even though on paper it should be a game that you love. This week the Heathens talk about their video game DNFs for a variety of reasons. Matt needs more stories, Marissa thought Matt was her friend, and Sacco can play the ukulele. Games we talk about this week: Final Fantasy, Kingdom H...

You can never get that first experience of playing a phenomenal game again. But what if you could? If you could go back and play your favourite game for the first time again and get all the emotions and shock and awe back, would you? That is the question the Heathens try to answer this week. Matt forgets the topic, Marissa reminds Matt of the topic, and Sacco doesn't forget the topic. Games we tal...

A delayed game is eventually good, a rushed game is bad forever. - Shigeru Miyamoto. Sep 12, 2022 This week we look back at some of the worst launches in video game history. From broken games to broken promises there are a few reasons why a game would have a rough launch. Matt just wants Sacco to lose, Marissa makes a game out of it, and Sacco doesn't understand the rules. Games we talk about this...

Matt loves Halloween and therefore partied too much and therefore lost his voice. With a voiceless Matt, the Heathens discuss which sequels outshone their predecessor. It's hard for a sequel to live up to the hype when the game that came before it was so good. Matt struggles, Marissa keeps everything moving, and Sacco plays the weird game. Games we talk about this week: Portal, The Legend of Zelda...

Cuphead is either a game you love or hate. The art style is as unique as it gets the gameplay is very retro but very addicting (for some). It is a game that prides itself on being difficult and it sure is difficult. This week the Heathens (featuring a very sick Sacco) talk all about Cuphead. Matt doesn't like being taunted, Marissa is good at the game, and Sacco is a soundboard. Games we talk abou...

It's been a while and we played a bunch of games since the last we talked about our favourite indie games. Why not revisit that topic right now? The Heathens talk about their favourite indie games they've played since the last time we talked about indie games. Matt struggles with words, Marissa doesn't understand Sacco's struggles, and Sacco gets heated about PlayStation. Games we talk about this...

Back by popular (mostly by Matt and Sacco), it's video game trivia time again! The stakes are high tensions are higher and Matt and Sacco face off to see who knows more about video games history and fun facts. Matt is doing his best, Marissa is the gamemaster, and Sacco chokes. Like our content? Find more Crowned Heathens content on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . And make sure you're subscri...

Hype trains are a true force of nature. They can make or break a video game. This week we explore some of the games that broke because there was no stopping the hype train. Matt panics about the topic, Marissa has another podcast, and Sacco might play Cyberpunk. Games we talk about this week: Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, Star Wars Battlefront, Battlefield 2042, The Legend of Zelda, Spore, No Man’s...

Marissa was mad at the other Heathens so she threw their last-minute topic out the window. Instead, she will be dropping some video game questions on Matt and Sacco. Anyway, we're all still friends (I think). Matt fucked up, Marissa chose violence, Sacco also fucked up. Games we talk about this week: Kingdom Hearts, Deathloop, NHL 3 on 3, Call of Duty, It Takes Two, Apex Legends, Virtua Fighter, M...

Oh my god space! Spaaaaaaaaaaaace! Space! Space! Space! Anyways the Heathens talk about their favourite space games. We might argue about what counts as a space game but we all remained friends and that's what matters! Matt steals ideas, Marissa gets mad at Matt for stealing her ideas, and Sacco keeps crashing his spaceship. Games we talk about this week: Starfield, No Man’s Sky, Starwars Squadron...

Would you kindly take a listen to this awesome podcast? Bioshock was a masterpiece when it was released in 2007. A first-person shooter thriller with some horror elements. From the crazy environment to the crazier people that inhabit this underwater world, Bioshock is an unforgettable experience and is definitely worth a playthrough of two. Matt does listen to anybody, Marissa is shocked! Bioshock...

Mobile gamers are gamers too! Anyway from the original iPhone to today mobile gaming has gotten significantly better and also worse at the same time. The Heathens talk about the games currently installed on their phones and the games they've played in the past. Matt actually talks about the news, Marissa doesn't like the same games Sacco does, and Sacco loves Bluetooth gaming! Games we talk about...

From portals to mind-breaking perspective puzzles video game developers have pushed the boundaries of how to play video games. Some games have fun game mechanics that add sound effects or change the physics of the game worlds, others change the game's difficulty to make the game harder for those looking for an extra challenge. This week the Heathens talk about their favourite video game mechanics....

Animals in video games can vary from terrifying monsters to cute adorable kittens. They can be main characters or just part of the environment. This week the Heathens talk about their favourite video game animals. Matt doesn't listen, Marissa gets mad at Matt, and Sacco gets mad at a list. Games we talk about this week: The Legend of Zelda, Hades, Super Mario, Donkey Kong, Dragon Age, Fable, Porta...

Are we in a simulation right now?!? Jokes but here are the Heathen's favourite simulation games. Maybe some of your favourite simulation games get mentioned maybe they didn't hit us up on social media either way! Matt gets attacked, Marissa does the attacking, Sacco is a bystander. Games we talk about this week: Goat Simulator, untitled goose game, The Sims, Surgeon Simulator, Second Life, Flight...

So not a party party but a group of characters. The Heathens discuss, argue, and insult each other over their favourite video game parties. From Pokemon to Dragon Age they analyze and critique each other's groups. Matt hates Beedrill, Marissa doesn't like Vivienne, and Sacco feels attacked. Games we talk about this week: Mario Party, Pokémon, Dragon Age, Final Fantasy, and Kingdom Hearts. Like our...

Beyond the main plot of our favourite games are some crazy tidbits of lore. Even Pokémon is not safe from some twisted details. This week the Heathens go through their favourite games and explore some of the weirdest lore that they can find. Matt sucks at segues, Marissa understands multi-dimensional storylines, and Sacco talks about black-market grunts. Games we talk about this week: Sonic the He...

This week's episode got unexpectedly heated. Anyways, video games especially RPGs have some of the best-looking food you'll ever see. This week the Heathens talk about their favourite food from the video games they've played. Aside from the hot start, we get a variety of food from different video games. Also, a new philosophical debate: was the cake real? Matt doesn't want to see meat, Marissa cal...

We are in the height of Summer! When you think of Summer what do you think of? Fun water activities obviously. This week the Heathens discuss their favourite and least favourite water levels in video games. Matt has rich friends, Marissa doesn't like things programmed to get her, and Sacco played a weird game. Games we talk about this week: The Legend of Zelda, The Last of Us, The Witcher, Bramble...

HAPPY CANADA DAY!!!! For a special Canada Day podcast the Heathens shout out to our favourite games developed by Canadian studios. Hopefully, you'll learn some new facts about Canadian game studios. Matt doesn't do any research, Marissa's favourite game studio is close to home, and Sacco watches the news as a family. Games we talk about this week: Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Tom Clancey’s, Watch Do...