Best Video Game Critique Podcasts (2024)

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 132: The Filth You Consume 48:56

5h ago48:56

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Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back all you gremlins to episode 132 of You're Ridiculous!, where this week, Wolf tells all the tails from their trip to PAX West! Obviously they went in cosplay, and you can probably guess the fandom, but which character? What events did they attend? How much info did they improv during a murder mystery game? Find out all…

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I Have Many Things to Say 2:22:30

4h ago2:22:30

2:22:30

Al and Micah talk about Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:02:09: What Have We Been Up To 00:12:01: Game News 00:39:50: New Games 01:15:05: Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home 02:18:35: Outro Links Let’s Build a Zoo “Monstrous Structures” Update Cat Cafe Manager 2 Kickstarter Super Zoo Story Kickstarter Wylde Fl…

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Favourite Video Game Accessories | Mario Kart, Duck Hunt, DJ Hero 56:59

1h ago56:59

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After another misunderstanding about the topic, we have another chaotic podcast. Sometimes it's just one of those days where you have to discuss your favourite video game accessories. You can let us know if we missed one of your favourite accessories at one of our social links below! Matt doesn't think he's good enough for some games, Marissa steal…

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Episode 233 - Logbook Archives: The Complete History of Samus's Gunship 1:34:48

2h ago1:34:48

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Logbook Archives returns this week to give a complete history and detailing of all of the various Gunships (or Starships, as they are also known) that Samus has piloted over the course of the franchise! We examine the history of the main ships - Super Metroid's, Zero Mission's, Fusion's, Prime 1 and Prime 3's - and talk about our favorite design as…

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Harry Potter Fan Theories, Trivia and Books vs. Movies with Stephanie & Trena | Ep 28 1:33:11

7h ago1:33:11

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Send us a message! This week we got to film an episode we've been planning for bloody ages.... HARRY POTTER! (Cue the mysterious ticking noise...) We brought our friends Stephanie and Trena onto the show to discuss all things Harry Potter, books versus movies, favorite characters, moments, fan theories and more. If you're not a Harry Potter fan, ju…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 131: What Makes a Mermaid 49:14

6d ago49:14

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Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back to episode 131 of You're Ridiculous!! This week Wolf and Luke discuss season 2 of Sweet Tooth! Find out what's happening with each character as the Ridiculous duo break it down for you! How does the season 2 compare to 1, and what are their thoughts on it? Find out all this an more by tuning in! After that, they answe…

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The Episode of Tangents 1:31:57

2h ago1:31:57

1:31:57

Al and Kelly talk about the story of Dave the Diver Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:03:12: What Has Kelly Been Up To 00:04:19: Tangent 1 - The Scots Language 00:11:53: What Has Al Been Up To 00:21:22: News 00:35:50: Tangent 2 - Rockstar North 00:44:55: Dave The Diver Upcoming DLCs 00:53:45: Kelly’s Mechanics Thoughts 01:02:31: Dave …

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Your Favourite Video Game Characters | Tomb Raider, Uncharted, Crash Bandicoot 54:10

7d ago54:10

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Episode 232 - Does Metroid Need To Be Less Metroidvania To Succeed? 1:01:51

5h ago1:01:51

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This week on the show, Dak and Doom pose a question - does Metroid need to be less like Metroid to succeed? Are the Metroidvania aspects of the series holding it back from growing as a franchise? Recently in our Discord server, one of our community members posted a video talking about this very topic, which we thought would make for a good discussi…

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The Importance of Clear Communication with Charles Jr. | Ep 27 1:31:59

1d ago1:31:59

1:31:59

Send us a message! On this episode of "That's How You Feel?!" we go deep into communication - why it's difficult, things we personally struggle with, and areas we can all improve our communication with those we interact with. Like always, this episode is packed full of laughs, so pop in those headphones and get ready for the best mid-week pick-me-u…

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Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Sonic 3 Movie, and JRPGs | Game Junction Podcast 98 2:16:03

17h ago2:16:03

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What happens when the gaming industry faces a saturated MMO market and a push for unionization? Discover the behind-the-scenes turmoil as we unpack Amazon Games' cancellation of "Blue Protocol" and the ongoing union efforts at giants like Activision Blizzard. We also tackle the mixed reception of the Call of Duty Black Ops 6 beta and the latest buz…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 130: At Least It Was Free! 35:58

8d ago35:58

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Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back cultists to You're Ridiculous! episode 130!! Wolf and Luke talk all about the newest Cult of the Lamb DLC; Unholy Alliance! Wolf talks about what their were expecting, and what they're hoping for for the future of Cult of the Lamb! After that, they wrap up the episode with a question of the week from Rain "#RQotW: Wha…

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Mika and the Witch's Mountain Review 1:14:55

9d ago1:14:55

1:14:55

Al and Kev talk about Mika and the Witch's Mountain Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:03:22: What Have We Been Up To 00:13:13: Game News 00:30:30: New Games 00:37:25: Mika And The Witch’s Mountain 01:08:10: Outro Links Animal Crossing Pocket Info Melobot: A Last Song Disney Dreamlight Valley “Dapper Delights” Update Steamworld Build “…

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Our Favourite Video Game Item/Collectible | Diablo, Fable, Stardew Valley 57:36

13d ago57:36

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After some confusion on what the topic actually meant, the Heathens their favourite item they found in a video game. Ranging from hidden collectibles to cool equipment, there are a lot of really cool in-game things that you can collect. Matt forgets how Pokémon works, Marissa likes horses, and Sacco always finds the unicorns. Games we talk about th…

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Ep 143: Resurrected To Critique 1:20:44

16d ago1:20:44

1:20:44

Send us a text Borderlands Movie, The Crow, Sonic 3, fighting games and catching up!

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GOAT Video Games, Fighting Celebrities & Buying a House to Impress a Girl w/ Ben Lyon | Ep 26 1:00:38

9d ago1:00:38

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Send us a message! This week we are talking all things VIDEO GAMES! We invited our friend and avid gamer Ben Lyon to join us in this discussion. Whether you're a gamer or not, we hope you'll find this conversation exciting and relatable as we go way back to the very beginning of our very first gaming experiences. Don't snooze on this episode - we l…

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Gamescom News, Xbox Backlash, and Anime Nostalgia | Game Junction Podcast 97 2:34:49

8d ago2:34:49

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What happens when a fast-food giant decides to jump into the streaming wars? You won't believe the latest move by Chick-fil-A! Plus, we unpack the buzz from Gamescom, including a jaw-dropping announcement for a beloved series and the hefty grumbling among Xbox fans about the lack of exclusive titles despite Microsoft's massive investment spree. Hol…

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Episode 231 - Bion (Federation Force): Mapping Metroid 1:14:33

37m ago1:14:33

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Mapping Metroid returns, and we're going where we've never gone before: the planet Bion from everybody's favorite spinoff Metroid Prime: Federation Force! Since the game is level based, this Mapping Metroid is a little different, as we go through and rank all seven levels on the planet! From the incredible missions like Tremor and Slipstream to the…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 129: Seek Therapy 43:31

21d ago43:31

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Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome gamers to episode 129 of You're Ridiculous! This week, Wolf tells Luke all about the *many* announcements for Five Nights at Freddy's! What games came out? What new material should we be expecting next? Find out all this and more in the episode! After that, they wrap up a Question of the Week from Rain: "#RQotW: What's you…

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Exclamation Mark, Exclamation Mark, Exclamation Mark 1:29:33

6d ago1:29:33

1:29:33

Al and Jonnie go through all the news while Al was on holiday. Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:02:10: What Have We Been Up To 00:16:13: Game Releases 00:34:54: Game Updates 01:09:23: Other News 01:15:30: New Games 01:26:09: Outro Links Critter Crops Gourdlets Song of the Prairie Garden Witch Life Reel Fishing: Days of Summer Harvest…

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Game Time: Guess The Achievement 1:19:48

7d ago1:19:48

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This was a new game that might be a re-occurrence because it was pretty fun. The Heathens are given the name of an achievement and have to guess the video game it comes from and the description of said achievement/trophy. Matt is a trickster, Marissa wants to punch Sacco, and Sacco doesn't want to be punched. Games we talk about this week: Dragon A…

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Favorite Reality TV Shows, Culture Tags & Running Clubs | Ep 25 1:08:27

22d ago1:08:27

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Send us a message! On this episode of "That's How You Feel?!" we are talking all things Reality TV - and if you don't think you'll understand this episode, you're WRONG! We are talking all things from the Bachelorette to The Voice. We're covering Rob & Big to Too Hot To Handle. This episode has something for everyone. We brought our friends and res…

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Pokémon Tribute, Ubisoft's Future, and Switch 2 Speculations | Game Junction Podcast 96 2:18:20

22d ago2:18:20

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Can you imagine a world where your favorite characters come to life through the magic of voice acting? This week, we pay a heartfelt tribute to Rachael Lillis, the iconic voice behind Misty and Jessie from the Pokémon anime, who recently passed away at 55. We reflect on her incredible career and share touching tributes from colleagues like Veronica…

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Episode 230 - Alien In Review: A New Generation Begins in Alien: Romulus! 1:32:19

5h ago1:32:19

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One of our most anticipated episodes of the year is finally here! Alien in Review is BACK to review the newest entry in the series: Fede Alvarez's Alien: Romulus! The newest Alien movie takes place in between Alien and Aliens, which is fitting as it strikes a perfect tone between the two masterpieces. Andy is joined once again by Gooey Fame to disc…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 128: Gamer Senses Kicking In 35:40

1h ago35:40

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Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back gamers to episode 128 of You're Ridiculous!! This week, Luke and Wolf have played Chained Together, published by Anegar Games! A game where the players are linked to each other, surely that goes well, right? Find out what makes the game so compelling by tuning in! After that, they answer a question of the week from Ra…

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Dredge the Diver 47:50

28d ago47:50

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Jonnie and Kev talk about the Dave the Diver Dredge DLC Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:01:53: What Have We Been Up To 00:16:41: Dave The Diver 00:23:02: Dredge DLC 00:44:17: Outro Links Dave the Diver Dredge DLC Contact Al on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheScotBot Al on Mastodon: https://mastodon.scot/@TheScotBot Email Us: https:/…

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What Fandom Needs A Video Game | Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Percy Jackson, Stranger Things 49:58

5m ago49:58

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For full disclosure, this podcast should have come out last week but shit happens! Enjoy! The Heathens looks at some franchises that either need a video game or a new video game. Matt is sick, Marissa can rhyme, and Sacco has some bad ideas. Games we talk about this week: Mario Party, Jumanji, Stranger Things, Bridgerton, Pride and Prejudice, Percy…

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Episode 229 - The Best and Worst Aspects of Metroid Prime Hunters' Single Player Campaign 1:05:45

17h ago1:05:45

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Following last week's show where we discussed some of our least favorite Metroid titles, Andy decided to give the single player campaign in Metroid Prime Hunters another spin to see of those critiques held up, so this week, the guys have a discussion about a bunch of different topics! We're talking about how the button vs stylus controls feel, if t…

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Dr. Doom Theories, Favorite Marvel Moments & Bathroom Etiquette with Brinkley Beever | Ep 24 1:14:07

23d ago1:14:07

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Send us a message! This week we are covering the Marvel Cinematic Universe - our favorite moments, wild fan theories, characters we wished were more prominent and SO MUCH MORE! We brought our friend and Marvel enthusiast Brinkley Beever back on the show to deep dive this topic with us. And honestly - there are some GREAT discussions on this episode…

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Astro Bot PS5, Borderlands Movie Critique, and Retro Gaming Memories | Game Junction Podcast 95 2:29:59

20d ago2:29:59

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Ever wondered if modern gaming controllers could get any cooler? Picture this: the latest Astro Bot PS5 controller, with its interactive features and high demand. That's just the tip of the iceberg as we kick off this episode by sharing our own crazy weeks, from handling tech mishaps to balancing school life. I’m back in the classroom to level up m…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 127: Olympics Remastered 42:01

1M ago42:01

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Send Us Fan Mail! Queue the Olympic games music, for the Ridiculous Games has arrived! For episode 128 of You're Ridiculous!, Luke and Wolf have designed their own Olympic games to be featured in the 2026 and 2028 Olympic games! These games have been specially crafted to fill the gaps in the games that the Olympics are missing! Tune in to find out …

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Godzilla the Diver 51:10

6d ago51:10

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Al and Spencer talk about the Dave the Diver Godzilla DLC Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:02:13: What Have We Been Up To 00:17:01: Dave The Diver 00:25:52: Godzilla DLC 00:47:48: Outro Links Dave the Diver Godzilla DLC Contact Al on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheScotBot Al on Mastodon: https://mastodon.scot/@TheScotBot Email Us: h…

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What Is Your Favourite Turn-Based Game | Xcom, Pokémon, Mario Party 53:52

7d ago53:52

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Every genre gets its turn on this podcast and this time it's turn-based games. The Heathens talk about their favourite turn-based games, which is an underrated game genre. Matt struggles with segues, Marissa wants to fight, and Sacco gets attacked. Games we talk about this week: Baldur’s Gate, Minecraft, Dragon Age, Last of Us, Worms, Chess, Magic …

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Working through TRAUMA, Defining Forgiveness & Black Barber Shops | Ep 23 1:13:26

1M ago1:13:26

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Send us a message! This week we welcomed our friend Mikaela Gibbs back on the show to discuss childhood trauma and its effect on us in adulthood. This is another conversation that dives deep into how we perceive hard experiences, and then immediately resurfaces because Levi broke out into song. Ready to laugh, cry, roll your eyes and count how many…

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Episode 228 - What's Our Favorite Thing About Our Least Favorite Metroid Games? 1:24:49

1M ago1:24:49

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We're back this week with a POSITIVE SPIN on some of our not-so-favorite Metroid games! We asked you what your favorite things about your least favorite Metroid games were, and we got a ton of different, positive responses! As you might imagine, lots of entries were centered around Other M and Federation Force, but from the boss fights and quality …

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Metroid's Growth, Bungie Layoffs, PlayStation VR2 Dead? | Game Junction Podcast 94 3:05:33

28d ago3:05:33

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The Game Junction Podcast Episode 94 featuring Brandon Hurles and Marky Mark has a ton of gaming & pop culture news this past week, and ThunderStash Gaming joins us as a guest co-host! How did the Game Boy revolutionize gaming, and what’s next for iconic franchises like Mario and Sonic? Join us as we celebrate the Game Boy's 35th anniversary. We’ll…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 126:Weird Deer Sh*t 47:08

1M ago47:08

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Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back everyone to episode 126 of You're Ridiculous!! This week Wolf and Luke talk about season 1 of Sweet Tooth, found on Netflix! They go into depth on the unique plot, detailed characters, and what they think makes the show success! After that, they wrap up the episode with a question of the week from Rain: "#RQotW: If yo…

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The Diving Season 1:21:15

1M ago1:21:15

1:21:15

Al and Kev talk about Dave the Diver Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:07:51: What Have We Been Up To 00:14:04: Gotham Knights 00:26:02: Dave The Diver 01:17:19: Outro Links Dave the Diver on Steam Dave the Diver on Switch Contact Al on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheScotBot Al on Mastodon: https://mastodon.scot/@TheScotBot Email Us:…

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Our Latest Achievements/Trophies | Overcooked, Midnight Club, Elden Ring 40:58

1M ago40:58

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Go forth and achieve/trophy or something like that. Anyway, enough of that here are the latest trophies and achievements we got in our most recent video game adventures. Matt does stuff, Marissa yells at Matt probably, and Sacco showed up. Games we talk about this week: Minecraft, Life is Strange, Tony Hawk Pro Skater, Final Fantasy, Jusant, Elden …

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Fake Friends vs. Bad Friends with Mikaela Gibbs | Ep 22 1:18:11

1M ago1:18:11

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Send us a message! What’s the difference between a fake friend and a bad friend? How do you cope with losing a friendship? On this episode of That’s How You Feel?!, we welcomed our friend Mikaela Gibbs back on the show to discuss all things “friendship.” This discussion is CRAAAAZZZYYYY.....ranging from deep discussions about hurt in friendships to…

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Episode 227 - Logbook Archives: Who Is Sylux? 1:16:17

1M ago1:16:17

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After a lengthy layover, our lore-centric series Logbook Archives returns! In this episode, we're asking the million dollar question in the Metroid universe: who is Sylux?? We go over everything we know about the Hunter, from in-game lore, to official game descriptions, to developer interviews to try and determine who's behind the mask. We also giv…

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Digital-Only Game Future, Lollipop Chainsaw Repop, and Nintendo's Last Stand | Game Junction Podcast 93 3:22:34

1M ago3:22:34

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How do you feel about the trend toward digital-only game releases? On this week's episode of The Game Junction Podcast, Brandon Hurles and Marky Mark dive into this pressing issue, sparked by the announcement of the Lollipop Chainsaw Repop Collector's Edition, now available for pre-order exclusively on Limited Run Games. We express our concerns abo…

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A Bunch of Little Guys 1:06:29

2M ago1:06:29

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Al and Aislinn talk about Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge Timings 00:00:00: Theme Tune 00:00:30: Intro 00:03:00: What Have We Been Up To 00:12:27: News 00:25:07: Kamaeru 01:02:36: Outro Links Farlands Early Access Go-Go Town Roadmap Updates Garden Witch Life New Trail Len’s Island “Game Modes” Update Wind Story Contact Al on Twitter: https://twitter.com/The…

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Which Video Games Don't Need A Sequel | Guitar Hero, Portal, Overwatch 56:38

2M ago56:38

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The Heathens were kind of split on what the topic actually was but they tried it anyways. Some games have amazing endings and some games just aren't great but they both don't need a sequel. Matt didn't understand the assignment, Marissa fights Matt, and Sacco did understand the assignment. Games we talk about this week: Halo, God of War, The Witche…

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Ep 142: Steppin' Down to the Farmin' Town 1:44:41

2M ago1:44:41

1:44:41

Send us a text How is CrowdStrike like 2000 era Fe? Both are about to go broke

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Heroes, Villains, and Caleb bought WHAT for Levi???? | Ep 21 1:02:01

2M ago1:02:01

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Send us a message! Ready to get off track again? This episode was SUPPOSED to be about video games, but quickly devolved into another topic entirely. Join our hosts to discuss random topics like pizza toppings, super powers, and manipulation in friendships. Not to mention the INSANE thing Caleb decides to do for Levi toward the end. When we say thi…

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Episode 226 - Our (Minor) Critiques of the Metroid Prime 4 Trailer! 1:27:09

1M ago1:27:09

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Welcome back to another week of Metroid talk! This time around, despite loving the reveal trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the guys share some of their critiques about what we saw. Each host has something a bit different that stood out to them; Doom noticed some of the animations and technical details in the trailer that underwhelmed, Dak took …

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Chibi-Robo Returns, Bioshock Horror, and Nintendo's Surprises | Game Junction Podcast 92 2:18:54

2M ago2:18:54

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The Game Junction Podcast Episode 92 featuring Brandon Hurles & Marky Mark is here. A special edition Deadpool & Wolverine special edition Xbox Series X is revealed, Nintendo Switch Emio horror is revealed to be a new Famicom Detective Club, and PlayStation makes headlines again with the PS5 Pro and PS VR2. Nintendo World Championship: NES Edition …

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What Video Game Genres You Just Can't Stand | Goat Simulator, Life is Strange, Gran Turismo 50:22

2M ago50:22

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This one kind of got out of hand. We tried to talk about video game genres that we just can't stand/didn't like playing and it got heated! Matt stirs the pot, Marissa wants to hit Matt with the pot, and Sacco gets mad at EA. Games we talk about this week: Life is Strange, Bladurs Gate, The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, Final Fantasy, Dragon Age, Detroi…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 125: Noah's Fight Pit 37:18

2M ago37:18

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Send Us Fan Mail! Wolf and Luke welcome everyone to listen to episode 125 of You're Ridiculous!! This week, the Ridiculous duo talk about DLCs, with a nod toward Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Find out what they think makes for a good DLC, as well as their favorites! After that, the duo answer a question of the week from Rain: "#RQotW: If …

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