Video Game Movie Hell

This week, we're joined by Twelve Kizuki Chantel and Monica, the Punching Hashira, to talk about Demon Slayer! Yes, we know this is an anime, but they also made a game and we talk about it for at least three minutes. Buckle in folks, this is indeed our longest and horniest episode yet. Strap on your boar head and climb into the Mugen Bathtub as we dive into the history, creation, and legacy of the...

Gawrsh! This week, we're joined by local Disney Princess Cece and her nobody that went back in time to kill her shadow self, Michael, to talk Kingdom Hearts. Put your on Mickey Mouse hats and join us for the history, development and legacy of Square Enix and Disney's answer to the simple question, "Well, why not?" If you listen to this episode, I guarantee you'll understand the story of Kingdom He...

Nirav and Alyssa are joined by local pacifist Ashleigh to talk all about the history, development and legacy of the unbelievable indie smash hit Undertale. From Homestuck music to composing for Pokemon, we follow Toby Fox's inspirations and design philosophies while traversing the dangerous, toxic waters of the Fandom Wiki forums. Strap in - you're gonna have a bad time.  Every week, Nirav, A...

Nirav is joined by local squids Matt and Kyle to discuss the sensational Netflix hit Squid Game. We discuss the show's popularity, the characters, our reactions to the horrifying deaths, and speculations for what Season 2 will look like. If you're worried we're not gonna talk about Game of Thrones for 5 unbroken minutes, don't worry, we got you covered. We'll be back to our regularly scheduled pro...

*ding dong bing bong* Goooood morning students! Nirav is joined by Hopes Peak Academy prodigies Kate, Elizabeth and Claire to discuss the  history, development, and legacy of Spike Chunsoft's cult hit Danganronpa! Pupupupu... the games are about to begin! Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore the history and legacy of a specific game and share some laughs....

This week, Nirav and Rhi are joined by hella rad Haven Springs locals DJ and Adam to talk all about Life is Strange: True Colors with full spoilers! If you have not played the game and you intend to, this is NOT the podcast for you. Go listen to a Joe Rogan (please don't). Spoilers for this spoilercast - we all loved it. Like, a lot. Next week we'll be back with our regular programming, shakah bra...

Nirav and Rhi swing in to NYC to meet up with guests Tim and Alexis to discuss the  history, development, and legacy of Insomniac Games' smash hit Marvel's Spider-Man. Refill your web cartridges, put on your spandex, and snap your girlfriend's spinal cord! (Don't actually do this) Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore    the history and legacy of...

We're back! Ring in the new era of the Game Busters Podcast as Nirav and Rhi are joined by local Carja tribesmen Kyle and Axel to discuss the history, development, and legacy of Guerilla Games' smash hit Horizon Zero Dawn. Hitch a ride on the nearest robot bull and buckle in! Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore   the history and legacy of a specific game...

Rhi was like 30 minutes late to recording so Nirav, Rachel, Elizabeth and Tim hang out and travel through Nirav's Google Review history.  We'll be on a brief hiatus while Nirav gets brain surgery, and then we'll be switching upload dates to Fridays. Hopefully our next episode will be up in the morning on Friday, September 3. Until then, you can find us on Twitter @gamebusterspod ! Thanks for...

Rhi and Nirav are joined by Pokemon Masters Elizabeth and Rachel to tackle a monumental task: the history and legacy of the most popular video game ever, Pokemon GO. From everything to the Pokemon Google Maps Challenge to the trailer that broke the internet to the memes about the three teams, we'll try to figure out how one mobile game brought the Earth the closest it's ever been to world peace fo...

This week, Nirav and Rhi are joined by Ryan (@Frostie471) to talk everything Final Fantasy X, from the development cycle to sales numbers to the lasting impact on our lives. Talking points include outsourced kissing, fixing your Joy Con drift with violence, and learning to love your bad laughs.  Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore  the history and legacy of a spec...

Welcome to Good Games Inc!  In this spiritual successor to Cool Games Inc, we take your audience submissions for game ideas and turn them into games that will print money son! Rhi, Nirav and special guest Johnny take a look at some hits such as Mario & Sonic at Woodstock '99, Pizzak on Ice, Grand Theft Automata, Sonic Unleashed but it's the Restaurant, Zelda: A Kink to the Past and more!&...

This week, Rhi is off fighting leprechauns in Ireland and Nirav is joined by substitute co-host Kyle and guests Matt and Kathryn to talk about the history and development of the Surviving High School games! If you thought we hit a quality floor for the podcast last week, you've got another thing coming. Join us for a discussion of mobile gaming before smart phones, two different podcast endings, a...

Nirav and Rhi are joined by resident Final Fantasy nerd Rachel to discuss everyone's favorite JRPG, Final Fantasy XIII! Join us as we dive into chaotic development decisions, Nirav's internet going out, Lightning's good hair, confusing battle systems and attempting to edit out 7 solid minutes of dead air. Crystals abound as we reach a new low for our production standards! Every week, Nirav, Rhi an...

Thank you so much for listening to Game Busters for a full YEAR now. It's unbelievable and you have no idea what it means to us. To celebrate this most auspicious occasion, we brought on a literal horde of guests from across the podcast history all at once! Nirav and Rhi are joined by Vince, Johnny, Ken, Jess, Alexis, Ashleigh, Alyssa, Nikhil and accidentally Rachel to talk about our favorite game...

Believe it or not, that guy in Smash Bros. actually used to get his own games. Rhi is joined by F-Zero experts Tim and Zac to discuss the highs and lows of the series. But honestly? It's just a whole lot highs, making the lack of games even more confusing. Join us as we laugh at Captain Falcon's real name, dunk of 4Kids, and limit ourselves to just one off-topic Sonic conversation.  Every wee...

To celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 30th Anniversary, Nirav and Rhi are joined by Vince (@limeyotoko) and Alexis (@alexizaki_) to talk about his darkest moment - Sonic The Hedgehog (2006). Join us for a trip through the horrific development cycle, the departure of Yuji Naka from SEGA, finding our Shadow the Hedgehog Names and making Sonic kiss a real human woman. It's Game Busters: Last Will and Tes...

Now that Cyberpunk RED: Nephilim Echo has finished, take some time to get a few of your post-series questions answered with Axel, Brennan, Haley, and Mike.

In anticipation of the newly announced Metroid Dread, Nirav and Rhi are joined by Tim and Josh to discuss the history, legacy and development of the series on its 35th anniversary! Gather round for a tale about your favorite character Metroid and her friend Ridley Scott, if you dare face the horrors of Other M.  Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore the history...

Nirav sits down with special guests Ryan and Chelsea to discuss the history, development and legacy of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, as well as our thoughts on the Skyward Sword HD remaster. Gather round the campfire, ye who dare, and hear this tale of a hero called Groose. Rhi will be back next week! Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore the history and...

The entire staff of Gameluster has locked in their predictions for what'll go down this year at E3 and Geoff Keighly's Summer Games Fest kickoff event, so Nirav, Rhi, Kate, Tim and Max have gathered here to discuss and dunk on our friend's dumb ideas. Make sure to check out our Youtube channel for a video version of this episode, and make sure to keep an eye on twitch.tv/gameluster for our reactio...

Join Nirav and special guests Matt and Kyle (Rhi will be back soon!) as they discuss this development and legacy of Mass Effect 2. Talking points include Lannister acid, the Mako II, Miranda presents Ass Effect and skeleton hole Snorlax plugs. It’s Game Busters: Apex Alpha Edition! Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore the history and legacy of a specific game and s...

Game Luster presents its first tabletop podcast, featuring Cyberpunk RED from R. Talsorian Games, in a limited series.  Join our staff as they prowl the mean streets of Night City, looking for payback against the corporate executive who did them wrong. It's all led up to this: the final confrontation between the crew and Clarence Reeves.  Secrets are revealed and loyalties tested as the...

Join Nirav, Rhi, and special guest Jared Trail of Rainbite Studios (makers of Reverie) as they discuss the development and legacy of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds and talk a little about Jared’s upcoming game Trigger Witch. Talking points include Miyamoto’s interventions, secret concert demos and a beer-flavored war between the UK and Germany. It’s Game Busters: Mass Shill Edition! Trigger Witch is...

Join Nirav, Rhi, and special guest Nikhil as they discuss the history of the Xbox and the development of the brand over the last 20 years. Talking points include The One, edgy marketing materials, Kitchen Kinect, band room secrets and nine ninja Mewtwos. It's Game Busters: Series G! Every week, Nirav, Rhi and a panel of self-proclaimed experts explore the history and legacy of a specific game and...