Luke May

The Gaming Goons

Leisure EN ↓ 81 episodes

Three goofy goons that deliberate and provide information about video games that have over 50+ years in gaming experience combined! Games all the way from the original granddaddy "Pong" to modern Virtual Reality! We will talk about everything and anything gaming related! Tune in to hear our experienced takes on the wide world of gaming.

Author

Luke May

Category

Leisure

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Latest episode

Sep 19, 2024

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Episodes

#30: Games with Multiple Endings 04.10.2023

This week we delve into the world of games with stories that each player experiences differently. We talk a bit of Telltale, Quantic Dream, BioWare, and more! Keep up with our Gaming and Gooning on: YouTube: @TheGamingGoonsPodcast Instagram: @the_gaming_goons

#29: What is the Most Iconic Video Game Weapon? 27.09.2023

Today Joey and Luke give their takes on the most easily recognizable weapons in gaming. With Josh as our moderator and Judge, who will come out on top? Keep up with our Gaming and Gooning on: YouTube : @ TheGamingGoonsPodcast Instagram: @the_gaming_goons

#28: Starfield initial thoughts, upcoming releases, and state of play. 20.09.2023

This week as we take on a new format, being online as opposed to all in our studio, we discuss what we've been playing lately, what games have recently released, and what we are expecting to see within the rest of the year. Keep up with our Gaming and Gooning on: YouTube : @ TheGamingGoonsPodcast Instagram: @the_gaming_goons

#27: Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege 13.09.2023

Today we talk one of the most successful live service games of all time. with over five years of continuous content released by Ubisoft, R6 just keeps adding new ways to enjoy their game. The three Gaming Goons give our experience and perspective on how this game is enjoyable for us in different ways! Keep up with our Gaming and Gooning on: YouTube: @TheGamingGoonsPodcast Instagram: @the_gaming_go...

#26: VR… Finally! 06.09.2023

After 25 long episodes of anticipation of reading it in our shows bio, we finally did it! We talk about the different levels of VR and how it performs from a hardware and gameplay experience perspective. Keep up with our Gaming and Gooning on: YouTube: @TheGamingGoonsPodcast Instagram: @the_gaming_goons

#25: NBA 2K and the Economics of Sports Games ft. Ben 30.08.2023

We discuss the rise and current fall of sports games as a whole, with a focus on the NBA 2K franchise. We talk packs, pay to win, the grind for VC, and so much more. Make sure you check out Ben's show "The White Lightning Podcast" on Spotify and YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@benwheeler1185/about And If you haven't already, make sure you check out our YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@T...

#24: Battle Royales 23.08.2023

We tackle the popular genre of multiplayer gaming that has taken the world by storm in the last decade. Evaluating what is good and bad about the current battle Royale games, and giving our pitch to what the next evolution of the genre should look like!

#23: The State of AAA Games 16.08.2023

An episode closer to current events, we talk about the release of Baldur's Gate, the tragedy of Overwatch 2, and the overall state of games being unfinished upon release. We also have discussions about how companies can help their timelines.

Bonus #1: Clash Royale 12.08.2023

In our first "minisode" we talk about a game we have all played at one time or another, but has lost its luster over time. We talk our frustrations with Supercell's expansion of the series and how we think they could do better in the future with other games!

#22: Clash of Clans 09.08.2023

Today we clash! This episode calls for barbarians, archers, and most importantly... HOG RIIIIIIIIIIIIDERS!!!!!! we talk how the game has developed over the course of a decade and how the experience has leveled up since the days of a max town hall 10. Don't forget to follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOLV4CCR800ful_DqIzdsIg

#21: Plants Vs Zombies - Mobile Edition 02.08.2023

We start our mini series of discussions on mobile games, starting with one of the crowned jewels of pop cap's lineup. Plants vs Zombies. Covering both the first and second entries in the series, and a bit of background into the early timelines of mobile games.

#20: Super Smash Goons ft. Keegan and Sly pt. 2 26.07.2023

Today we discuss the Fighting Game to end all Fighting games, The Super Smash Brothers franchise. The competitive scene, a little about the tech in the game, and the evolution of the franchise are all on the table for discussion today!

#19: Xbox 360 Indie and Arcade Games ft. Keegan and Sly 19.07.2023

On the table for discussion this episode is the tried and true Xbox indie games store from the era of the 360. We cover a few favorites of ours and are joined by our good friends Sly and Keegan!

#18: Sly Cooper and the Gaming Goons 12.07.2023

If you wanna listen to a fun episode about a series we hold near and dear to our hearts, just sit back, relax, and always remember, just jump and hit the circle button. We talk about the cooper gang and all their adventures with Sly the racoon, Bentley the turtle, and Murray the hippo along with all their friends. The Sly franchise is a great series with something to love at any age!

#17: Streaming and Content Creation 05.07.2023

Today we talk less about particular games and instead tackle one of the most prolific aspects of the gaming community, online content creation. Having the combined knowledge of Josh having done work on youtube and Joey being a streamer for multiple years, we get to see this side of gaming from three unique perspectives. Follow our socials! Twitter: @gaminggoonspod insta: @the_gaming_goons

#16: Boss Fights 28.06.2023

Dive into the world of boss fights, we talk about games with boss fights we loved, ones that were rough around the edges, and what we look for in a good fight.

#15: The Best Open Worlds in Gaming - ft. f3_vo 21.06.2023

Our discussion today is about what makes a good open world game, what are some good options to play, what have we seen and what do we want to see in these games moving forward. Shoutout to our special guest Dan (f3_vo) for joining us on the show today! follow him on twitch here! https://www.twitch.tv/f3_vo/about

#14: Warhammer 40K and Gaming Global News 14.06.2023

Joey and Luke dive into their newfound fascination with a huge franchise, Warhammer. They detail their experience so far with "Warhammer 40,000 Gladius Relic of War", and provide an update on what gaming and gooning is going on with the guys and in the world!

#13: Is Minecraft the Best Game of all Time? 07.06.2023

Minecraft has been a revolutionary part of the gaming world since its release in 2009, so naturally we cover as much as we can! From mods to hunger games to even parody songs we have it all today! Tune in and let us know what you think on our TikTok and Instagram!!!

#12: Loot Boxes and Microtransactions 31.05.2023

Lets dive into the worst nightmare of every gamer on a budget, Loot Boxes. Pay to win systems have been around for a while now, so naturally we have some thoughts. Listen in to hear our perspective on spending (or not spending) money on in game items and supplemental purchases.

#11: This Is Rocket League! 24.05.2023

Today we talk about a game all three of us play regularly, Rocket League. Also known to the world as car soccer, it provides a soccer experience like no other, through FLYING CARS! Listen in to hear about everything from the ranking system, to the gameplay styles of different skill levels.

#10: Keyboard and Mouse vs Controller - ft. Alex May 17.05.2023

This episode we discuss the pros and cons of playing with a keyboard and mouse or controller. We also welcome our first ever guest to the show, Luke's brother Alex, another lifelong gamer. Let us know what you play on!

#9: Call of Duty - The Highs and Lows 10.05.2023

In our longest episode ever, we cover the timeline of call of duty, our thoughts on the best and worst of the franchise, class creation systems, maps, campaigns and so much more! Weather you are a long time fan or don't know much about the series at all you'll learn about how a franchise can evolve to be legendary.

#8: The Legacy of the Mario Bros. 03.05.2023

Today we dive into one of the most illustrious franchises in all of gaming. Nintendo's Super Mario Bros, and all their accompanying sub series. We tackle the franchises ups and downs, the different game styles and some of our favorite highlights of the franchise.

#7: Breath of the Wild from Different Perspectives 26.04.2023

Today we take a deep dive into the impact, gameplay and other components of the Legend of Zelda Game Breath of the Wild. We discuss the ups and downs of the game, as well as how we think the changes for it's sequel game set for release in may will have a positive effect on the experience.

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