Video Gamers Podcast

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and John are diving deep into the gritty, surreal world of Disco Elysium—and not by choice! This episode of Hijack a Host sees John reluctantly stepping into the role of an amnesiac detective after a listener vote, forcing him to play one of the most unconventional video games in recent memory. Was the experience worth it? Has John seen the light, or is he begging for a re...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are back with a brand new episode of Indie This Week in Gaming (TWIG), diving into four of the most intriguing indie releases making waves in the gaming scene right now: Cuffbust, Ball x Pit, Well Dweller, and Abyssus. From prison break chaos to surreal platforming, dungeon mysteries to deep-sea terror—these indie titles are pushing the boundaries of what video gam...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are back with hot takes on three of the biggest gaming stories this week! First up, we dive into our first impressions of the Battlefield 6 beta test—does it bring the chaos and innovation fans have been waiting for, or is it just another pretty shooter? Then it’s on to the surprise release of Titan Quest 2 and whether this long-awaited sequel lives up to its mythol...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are diving deep into what makes us gamers in the first place — the wild, hilarious, and sometimes downright crazy things we do all in the name of gaming. From pulling all-nighters to complete side quests, to building spreadsheets for inventory management, to screaming in triumph after a pixel-perfect boss fight, we’re covering it all. What is it about video games th...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are going head-to-head……to head, in the ultimate indie video game team draft! Each host must pick one indie gem from four different genres and one WILDCARD—. With bragging rights on the line and a stacked lineup of incredible video games, who will build the best indie dream team? We break down the picks, why each game deserves a spot, and how these indie standouts a...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are back with a stacked week of gaming news! We’re diving headfirst into the explosive reveal of Battlefield 6 — is EA finally giving fans what we want!? Plus, we explore the mysterious world of BioShock 4 and its development failures. Can it repeat as one of the best video games in history? And that’s not all — we’re sharing our first impressions of Grounded 2. Do...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are charging up and going Super Saiyan for a deep dive into Dragon Ball Z: Sparking! ZERO! Is this long-awaited return to the Budokai Tenkaichi series everything fans of anime and gaming hoped for? We’re breaking down everything from the massive character roster and explosive combat to how it stacks up in today’s video games landscape. Whether you grew up watching D...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are putting themselves in the hot seat this week as they confess their worst gaming habits—from rage quitting and hoarding gear to never finishing what they start. In this hilarious and brutally honest episode, we’re calling out our own bad behavior in the world of gaming and inviting you to do the same. Whether you're guilty of button-mashing or letting your backlo...

(REPLAY) Gaming Hosts Ryan, Josh and Ace are back and boy do we have a great episode for you! We’re covering the recent release of Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist with a full breakdown of the game, along with a few surprises! Join us we chat gameplay, art style, what makes this video game so special, and give perhaps one of the hottest gaming takes of all time. We break it all down in another aw...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are back with another chaotic roundup of the biggest stories in gaming! This week, we're peeling back the layers on the unexpected Hellraiser revival—yes, the horror legend is clawing its way into the world of video games. Then, we're jumping into the swirling rumors of a Hollow Knight: Silksong demo potentially being shown soon. Is it finally time? But not all gami...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace saddle up and ride into the wild frontier for a deep dive into one of the most iconic video games of all time — Red Dead Redemption 2. From its breathtaking open world and rich narrative to its unforgettable characters and immersive realism, this episode breaks down exactly why Rockstar’s western epic still stands tall in the gaming world years after release. We’ll...

Gaming host John sits down with his best friend CJ and punches through the pixelated past of fighting games, from arcade brawls to modern video games. Join us for a gaming-packed episode as we explore iconic titles like Street Fighter II, Mortal Kombat, Tekken, Darkstalkers, Marvel vs. Capcom, Super Smash Bros., Dragon Ball FighterZ, and more. We’ll cover major milestones, video game industry cont...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and John are heading to Hollywood (well, kind of) in this blockbuster-themed episode of the Video Gamers Podcast! We're talking about which great video games deserve the big screen treatment—and who we’d want in the director’s chair. Would Christopher Nolan nail the mind-bending world of Control? Could Jordan Peele turn Bioshock into a horror masterpiece? From sprawling RP...

Gaming hosts Ryan, John and Ace are diving into this week’s biggest indie headlines in the world of video games! From Nintendo’s lawsuit against Palworld to the chaotic charm of Goblin Clean Up, we’re breaking down what’s making waves in the indie gaming scene. We’re also talking the terrifying thrills of Death Ground and the twisted multiplayer fun of Carnival Hunt. What do these new indie titles...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and John are back with a jam-packed episode covering the biggest news in video games this week! First up, we’re talking about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 remake—could this be the comeback fans have been waiting for, or is Activision grinding the nostalgia rail a little too hard? Then we dive into Nintendo’s Donkey Kong Bananza. Is this new adventure a banana-blasting success...

Gaming hosts Ryan and John are rewinding time to explore the incredible history of Nintendo in this nostalgic-packed episode of the Video Gamers Podcast! From humble beginnings as a playing card company to becoming one of the most iconic names in gaming, we’re tracing Nintendo’s journey and how it changed the world. We’ll dive into its legendary consoles, unforgettable franchises like Mario and Ze...

Gaming host John sits down with Sekou and Ryan from Eval, a Princeton-backed startup on a mission to create meaningful opportunities for high school gamers. Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we explore the future of esports video games in education, how Eval connects students with real college scholarships, and what tools they’re building for the next generation of video game players. We...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and John are stepping into the courtroom in this week's episode. Tackling one of the most controversial cases in video games today. Should companies be forced to keep live service games running even when they’re losing money—or do studios have every right to pull the plug? We're diving into the arguments on both sides of this real-world legal battle that could reshape the...

Gaming hosts Ryan, John and Ace are back with another stacked episode of the Video Gamers Podcast! This week, we’re diving into some of the most buzzworthy releases in video games: PEAK, Shark Dentist, Dispatch and Abysus. From the high-octane thrills of PEAK to the bizarre (but strangely addictive) chaos of Shark Dentist, we’re breaking down what’s hot, what’s weird, and what’s absolutely working...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and John look at one of our most anticipated video games of the year Ghost Of Yotei. Recent game play gives high hopes for what should be gaming gold! Was Krafton right in parting ways with Subnautica 2 developers? Can used switch video games “brick” your new system and Judas is looking to set a new standard in video games with its old school feel (if we ever get it) All th...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and John are in our DeLorean and jumping back in time to video games that stuck with us after all these years of gaming. What classic or niche video games have helped make us what we are today? What was gaming like “back in my day” and what graphics or gameplay really hit home? Take a nostalgia trip with us on this episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC...

Gaming host John sits down with the incredible Josh Plotner, a world-class multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his work on major titles like The Witcher concert series, and video games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Red Dead Redemption 2. Join us for a gaming-packed episode as we explore how Josh brings soundscapes to life with dozens of rare and unusual instruments, how scoring for...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and John are hitting the open road for a special episode! Join us as we take a wild cross country road trip and draft a car full of characters from video games you know and love. What happens when you pile Master Chief, Lara Croft, and Mario into the same RV? Chaos, nostalgia, and a whole lot of gaming talk. What video games will have the ultimate road crew and who picks a...

Gaming hosts Ryan, Ace and John are putting on their prediction hats and diving into the biggest Indie contenders for this year’s Game Awards! With video games like The Alters, Blue Prince, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 all making waves, we’re breaking down what makes these titles and more stand out in a stacked year for gaming. Is The Alters a genre-defining experience in choice-based storytell...

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and John are back with another jam-packed episode, set down your video games and listen up. This week we’re diving headfirst into the biggest stories shaking up the gaming world. Microsoft has dropped another round of layoffs—what does this mean for the future of Xbox and the company’s long-term gaming strategy?  We’re also talking about the Helldivers 2 bombshell: it’s fi...