The Game Corner: Another Video Game Podcast!

On this episode of Game Corner, we're diving headfirst into the Switch 2 hype! We speculate on everything from potential new controllers (mouse support?!) and social features to performance predictions, pack-in games, and why third-party support is so crucial this time around. We also tackle the hot topic of current game pricing, looking at titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong, and sha...

We're back on Game Corner! In this episode, we catch up on our recent life updates and share our excitement (and predictions!) for the next Nintendo Direct. We dive into Pokémon talk with our thoughts on Pokémon Champions, the current VGC scene, and our reflections on Scarlet and Violet. Plus, we discuss our hype for the Switch 2 and share our gameplay experiences with Monster Hunter: Wilds. W...

Happy Pokémon Day! 🎉Join us in welcoming back friend of the show Mike from Pokesports and let's go over all things Pokemon Day!! We're buzzing about the Pokémon Presents, especially the Pokémon Champions announcement – we think it's a potential game-changer for the VGC competitive scene! We also discuss the latest on Unite & TCG (new features & Mega Evolutions!), booster pack...

Harrison and Sheldon are back, diving deep into the crucial first few hours of video games! We're talking captivating introductions, effective (and ineffective!) tutorials, and how games hook you from the start. From Baldur's Gate 3 to No Man's Sky, we're analyzing what works and what doesn't. Plus, Sheldon shares a BIG personal update about his new role in game development, and we discuss new tit...

The Game Corner podcast is BACK! After a short break, Harrison, Sheldon, and Rowan reunite to catch up on all things gaming. We're diving deep into competitive Pokemon VGC, analyzing the current meta, discussing surprising comebacks, and breaking down the impact of those restricted Pokemon. Plus, Sheldon shares a personal health update, we explore the new Pokemon TCG expansion, and we speculat...

In this episode, we share stories from our recent trip to Toronto! We talk about some of our travel mishaps, attending an awesome concert, and our time at the Toronto Regional Pokémon tournament. We highlight the competitive atmosphere, strategies we saw, and some memorable moments from the event. Plus, we discuss the current state of the VGC format, reflect on team building, and share our excitem...

In this episode of Game Corner, we're back and reflecting on our holidays and sharing some personal updates! We dive into the world of gaming events and tournaments, including the upcoming Game Awards, where we highlight notable games and categories. We also share our thoughts on indie games and unique gaming experiences. Plus, we explore a bunch of different aspects of the gaming industry, from s...

In this episode, we share our excitement for the upcoming Atlanta Regionals! We delve into the current Pokémon meta and how RNG can impact gameplay, analyze the results of the LAIC tournament, and share insights on team strategies. We also discuss the nominees for the Game Awards, sharing our opinions on different games and the mobile gaming landscape. Finally, we wrap things up with our future pl...

In this episode of The Game Corner, we dive into the world of Pokémon! We talk about the new Pokémon TCG Pocket game, discuss competitive strategies for VGC tournaments, and explore how the meta is changing. But we don't stop there! We also share our experiences with Sonic Shadow Generations and Factorio, highlighting what makes those games so fun (and challenging!). Throughout the episode, we emp...

In this episode, hosts Harrison and Sheldon celebrate their 101st episode of the podcast, reflecting on their journey through gaming. They discuss their early experiences with video games, particularly their love for Pokémon, and how it shaped their gaming paths. The conversation flows through nostalgic memories of classic consoles like the SNES and N64, touching on the evolution of gaming genres...

In this episode of Game Corner, we shared our experiences at recent Pokémon regionals, broke down the current meta, and explored some cool team-building strategies. We also got deep into the Pokémon TCG, talking about the mechanics and what the future holds for game design. Of course, we sprinkled in some personal stories and insights from our own gaming journeys along the way! Want more of us? Ch...

We were off the air for a bit due to hurricanes and life throwing us some curveballs, but we're back! In this episode of Game Corner, we discussed the latest Pokémon news, including tournament results from Dortmund and Louisville, and how the meta is shifting with the rise of Pokémon like Sneaseler and Goldango. We also dove into the new Pokémon TCG Pocket game and shared our thoughts on the gamep...

In this episode of Game Corner, we talk about our experiences at the Baltimore Regionals, covering the tournament format changes, player strategies, and standout matches. We analyze the evolving meta, innovative team compositions, and the impact of community events on player engagement. Along the way, we share personal updates, reflect on the gaming community, and discuss upcoming tournaments. The...

In this episode, we discuss our recent experiences at DragonCon and what's been going on in our lives. We dive into the current Pokémon VGC format, specifically the Rain archetype and the rise of Sneasel, expressing our excitement for upcoming tournaments and the diversity of the format. We share our love for certain Pokémon and highlight the healthy distribution of usage in the metagame. Our...

In this episode, we discuss our recent activities, including yard work and upcoming trips, as well as some gaming news, like the announcement of new Xbox consoles and the Gamescom event. We're particularly excited about the upcoming release of Civilization 7 and share our love for grand strategy games. We dive into our gaming habits and preferences, talking about how gaming serves as a form of...

In this episode, we dive into the recent World Championships in the Pokémon VGC, highlighting various interesting aspects of the tournament. We discuss the surprising success of certain Pokémon like Iron Hands and Pelipper, as well as the dominance of restrictives like Miraidon and Ice Rider. We also touch on the lack of replay functionality in the game and the value of World Championship cards an...

In this episode of the Game Corner podcast, Sheldon and Rowan discuss the upcoming World Championships for the Pokémon video game. We talk about the number of participants, the format of the tournament, and the top players to watch out for. We also discuss the current metagame and the strategies and Pokémon that are performing well. We go over the top players and some to watch out for in the tourn...

In this episode of the Game Corner podcast, we discuss various topics, including our personal lives, the upcoming Pokémon Worlds event, and a Pokémon Fantasy Team game. We struggle to navigate the website for the game and make our picks for the winning team at Worlds. Our conversation covers topics such as Pokémon team building, the upcoming Pokémon World Championships, the new Pokémon VGC format,...

In this episode of the Game Corner podcast, we discuss our busy lives and the delay in releasing this episode. We also talk about the new Regulation H format in Pokémon and our excitement for the upcoming regionals. We discuss the lack of legendaries in the top 8 of the recent Victory Road tournament and the dominance of Shadow Rider and Miraidon. We analyze the winning team and the use of Baton P...

In this episode of the Game Corner podcast, we discuss our recent experiences in the Pokémon VGC. We talk about the changes to the tournament structure and how they affect our chances of qualifying for Worlds. Rowan shares his success at a local tournament with a unique team composition, while Harrison reflects on the social aspect of playing Pokémon competitively. We also analyze the top teams fr...

In this episode of the Game Corner podcast, we discuss the recent changes to the 2024-2025 Pokémon VGC season. We express our disappointment with the new format, which includes a top X system for championship points and a low Best Finish Limit (BFL). We highlight the negative impact on players who cannot afford to travel to multiple international events and regionals, as well as the decreased impo...

In this episode of the Game Corner, we discuss the latest rumors and changes in the Pokémon VGC scene. We talk about potential changes to the championship point system, including a limited number of invites and fewer tournaments for players to participate in. We also mention the possibility of exclusive merchandise for top players and the pronunciation of the word 'Pokémon'. We discuss our...

We discuss the recent changes to the Pokémon VGC tournament structure and express our disappointment with the new system. We speculate that these changes aim to scale down the scene, making it smaller. We also talk about the impact of the one-to-one association between tournament organizers and game stores, which limits the availability of local events and reduces payouts. We're concerned abou...

We discuss the prevalence of Shadow Rider Calyrex and its impact on the metagame, as well as other strong teams. We also talk about potential counters to Shadow Rider and anticipate that it will be a prominent team at the upcoming NAIC tournament. Our conversation covers the strength of Lunala in the current metagame, potential dual restrictions in future formats, the release schedule for upcoming...

In this episode, we discuss Rowan's recent trip to Canada for a quadruple header local tournament. Rowan shares his experience staying in the dorms at Windsor College and the friendly Canadian gaming community. We talk about the high production value of the tournaments and the unique strategies and adaptations used by Canadian players. Rowan also mentions plans for future tournaments and the p...