Best Bucket List Gamers Podcasts (2024)

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The Bucket List Series - Entry Level Games with Luke, Craig & Jay 43:07

13d ago43:07

43:07

We thought it was about time we addressed the elephant in the room, and made sense of why we are called the Bucket List Board Gamers! The first in what we hope to be a long-running series, this episode Luke, Craig and Jay discuss their picks for Entry Level or 'Beginner' games that they think are best placed to entice people into the hobby of board…

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How to Bottle Fame, Brew Glory and Even Put a Stopper in Death... in Hogwarts Legacy! 1:06:27

15d ago1:06:27

1:06:27

That's right, in this episode we'll teach you how to do... precisely none of those things! We will discuss the 2023 smash hit Hogwarts Legacy though, as well as more 'Milking It', and review of a film we haven't even seen (and have no intention of doing so.) Plus a few of the usual tangents and technical difficulties thrown in for good measure... i…

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CAGcast #803: Bonobos and Chill 1:09:29

20h ago1:09:29

1:09:29

The gang talks the latest TV shows, Star Wars: Outlaws, the Concord failure, Black Ops 6 Beta, and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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CAGcast #802: Tis Better to Have Launched and Lost than Never to Have Launched at All. Maybe. 1:28:09

7d ago1:28:09

1:28:09

The gang talks the latest TV shows, Star Wars: Outlaws, the Concord failure, Black Ops 6 Beta, and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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CAGcast #801: A Night at Dinosaur Mansion 1:22:55

22d ago1:22:55

1:22:55

The gang discuss; LI Retro 2024, movies and TV, the latest Gamescom news, shirts with complicated patterns, and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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CAGcast #800: Live from LI Retro! 1:00:11

23d ago1:00:11

1:00:11

The gang celebrate their 800th episode, live at LI Retro! They talk the latest gaming news and play CAGcast trivia for valuable prizes!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Going for Gold with Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games and Wii Sports! 1:11:40

24d ago1:11:40

1:11:40

This episode we bring back memories of the Paris Olympic Games by discussing Mario & Sonic's various adventures at the world's most prestigious sporting event! Oh, and the gaming phenomenon that is Wii Sports. THE two most iconic gaming mascots of all time finally brought together in a single title... and it's a button mashing Olympic crossover? Wa…

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Previews, Prototypes and Playtests... Oh My! 1:13:25

1M ago1:13:25

1:13:25

This episode we've got our grubby little hands on not one, not two, not three but FOUR games that are yet to hit the market, and we're going to talk about them! We have played Risible Games 'A Cure for What Ails You', Schnarf Games 'Survive Alive', No Drinks on the Table's 'Divide & Conker' and Tablescope's 'Light Speed Arena'! Plus we're joined by…

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When in Stardew Valley... Watch Out for the Animal Crossing! 1:08:47

1M ago1:08:47

1:08:47

Grab your shovels and your watering cans! This episode we are discussing two life simulators that approach the genre from very different angles, in Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley! Animal Crossing is the quintessential cutesy Nintendo time-sink, where you wile away the hours catching bugs, fishing, gardening, decorating and paying off crippling …

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Your Last Guardian(s) Against Mediocre Games! 1:08:44

1M ago1:08:44

1:08:44

This episode we dig into the history of The Last Guardian! First announced in 2009, with work having started in 2007, it took NINE whole years and a whole change in console generation for Trico and The Boy's story to come to fruition. Did the delay make for a much-improved experience, or did Team ICO end up with a case of the 'Duke Nukems'? Listen …

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CAGcast #799: Two Shitty Trucks 1:20:11

1M ago1:20:11

1:20:11

The gang discuss; a disturbing Shipwreck secret, the Olympics, the latest movies and TV shows of the summer, Xbox 360 marketplace shutdown, and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Is Sonic Generations a Force to Be Reckoned With? And How Does Real-Life Quiddich Work, Anyway? 1:11:19

2M ago1:11:19

1:11:19

This episode we take a look at not one, not two... but THREE Sonic games from the new list, in the form of Sonic 1, Sonic Generations and Sonic Forces! Is Sonic Forces as BAD as everyone says it is? Is Sonic Generations as GOOD as people claim? There's only one way to find out... well, there's probably quite a few ways to find out, but you can just…

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More Hot Takes! Come and Get Your Even Hotter Takes! 37:20

2M ago37:20

37:20

They're Hot... They're... not *SO* fresh as we originally recorded this episode in 2023, but they are by all means still very relevant! Join Luke, Craig and Dan once again as they get some more board gaming gripes off their chest, taking us into Hot Takeception with Hot Takes inside Hot Takes... Inside Hot Takes! If you haven't listened to our prev…

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Meow You're Talking! We Chat to Raybox Games about The Cats of Mont Saint Michel! 34:36

2M ago34:36

34:36

This episode we speak with Marco Pecota from Raybox Games about The Cats of Mont Saint Michel, a miniatures solo/co-operative campaign game using the Unknown Paths system. Marco tells us about the new game, his past in the board game industry, how things have changed when it comes to publishing games and a whole lot more in between. Fans of 'Escape…

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DLC - We're Going Rogue... Like! Or is it Rogue... Lite? 52:49

2M ago52:49

52:49

It's the first DLC Episode of the new series! Teased in the previous episode, and inspired by our love for Dave the Diver, we discuss Roguelikes and Roguelites... although we're still not 100% on the difference. A new list episode is coming soon, but for now treat yourself to some of Bancho's primest Sushi and enjoy! **This was initially a Patreon …

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CAGcast #798: Beverly Hills Crap 1:31:03

2M ago1:31:03

1:31:03

This episode has it all, from exclusive luxury hotel reviews to graying out on roller coasters. We also talk about the latest movies and TV shows, and of course how aggressive monetization strategies continue to ruin gaming!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Will We Fold Under the Pressure? Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door 1:03:49

2M ago1:03:49

1:03:49

We're back with episode 2 (NOT Episode 1) of the new Season of Bucket List Gamers. This time we're talking about Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door for Nintendo Gamecube, and it's recent remaster on the Nintendo Switch. Battle your way through the eponymous Thousand Year Door in this RPG-Lite classic starring everyone's favourite chubby Italian pl…

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No Imposters Here! We're Back with Among Us and Another Nintendo Direct! 1:18:22

3M ago1:18:22

1:18:22

That's right, we're back with Season 2! After a short hiatus to recharge the batteries (and focus a little on our sister podcast The Bucket List Board Gamers) we have returned with a NEW book, a new focus... some might say a new purpose in life! This time we are looking at The Best. The Greatest. The Most Awesome, and we've kicked off with one that…

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CAGcast #797: Tri Rod lol 1:23:11

3M ago1:23:11

1:23:11

The gang talks huge Nintendo and Xbox events, lots of movies and TV, and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Just One More Thing... The UK Games Expo Wrap Up Featuring Eric Lang! 1:29:12

3M ago1:29:12

1:29:12

Who's got an hour and a half to spare? Well, if you have we've got a bumper post-UKGE episode to help you fill it! This episode Jay, Kay, Craig and Drew discuss their experiences at UKGE 2024. The ups, the downs, what went well and what could be improved (in our humble opinion, of course!) Plus we have a special interview with renowned game designe…

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CAGcast #796: Multiverses, F2P Curses 1:15:26

3M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

The gang discuss the latest movie and TV shows, the launch of Multiverses, Fortnite’s chaotic latest season, Palmer Lucky’s $200 gameboy, and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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UK Games Expo 2024 Preview featuring War of the Worlds: One More Day! 47:28

4M ago47:28

47:28

It's ALMOST TIME for UK Games Expo 2024! This episode Jay, Craig, Kay and Jason (making his BLBG debut) are joined by Matt from War of the Worlds: One More Day to discuss what they are most looking forward to at the UK's biggest gaming convention. If you're heading to UKGE we also share our most valuable tips, what to do if you feel a little overwh…

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It's the End of the (Super Mario) World as We Know It 57:30

4M ago57:30

57:30

It's the end of an Era. The end of a Book. The end of... Season 1 of the Bucket List Gamers! Yes, after 54 long episodes we have finally discussed ALL 100 Games to Play Before You Die (according to Retro Gamer Magazine), and we're rounding it off with Super Mario World (1). I mean, it had to be, didn't it? Do you know the enemies from Super Mario W…

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CAGcast #795: Madame Web 1:23:57

4M ago1:23:57

1:23:57

The gang discusses Madame Web, X-Men 97, XDefiant, and probably a few other X things.By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Pandora Celeste Emergency Protocol Initiated! We Talk to Mike from Guntower Games! 41:38

4M ago41:38

41:38

In Space... nobody can hear you scream! But they CAN hear us talk to Mike from Guntower Games about his current project; Pandora Celeste... and so can you! Pandora Celeste is a love letter to all those Sci-fi Movies and TV Shows many of us grew up with. From Aliens, to Terminator and everything in between, Pandora Celeste sees players work together…

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The Last of Us is the Second to Last of Us (For Season 1 at Least!) 1:06:23

4M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

We're so close to the end of the Retro Gamers '100 Games to Play Before You Die' list we can almost taste it! This episode we're discussing the penultimate game in the list, which is 2013's The Last of Us (26). Perhaps more cinematic experience than fully fledged game, Jay and Eddie discuss Naughty Dog's zombie-esque magnum opus... and they've actu…

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CAGcast #794: Where’s the Games? 1:18:19

4M ago1:18:19

1:18:19

The gang discuss; Xbox layoffs, Helldivers controversy, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns, the latest movies and tv, and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Hot Takes! Come and Get Your Hot Takes! 41:08

4M ago41:08

41:08

Who doesn't love a good old fashioned unpopular opinion? Well we've got three (potentially) infuriating hot takes for you in the first of a two-parter! This was actually recorded in late 2023, so some of the references to 'this year' actually mean last year now, just in case anything didn't quite make sense! Enjoy, and be sure to let us know if you…

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Are We Still Stalling? You'd Bethesda Believe It... Please Don't Fallout with Us! 58:20

4M ago58:20

58:20

That's right, much like a long-past-it's-best sitcom or gaming franchise, we're dragging out Series 1 of the Bucket List Gamers Podcast just a little bit longer while we work on the final two episodes! So this time we're hoping to get a little bit of that Fallout TV Show rub by talking about Bethesda games, and the show itself! We also discuss the …

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CAGcast #793: When in Doubt, Stab it Out 1:19:21

4M ago1:19:21

1:19:21

The gang talks about the latest nerd controversy for nerds and also; Funco Fusion, Fallout 4, Helldivers 2, disturbing Pac-Man art, and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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It's Time for a Recap! (Yes, We're Stalling...) 1:16:14

5M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

That's right, for our 51st (NOT 50th!) episode we're taking a look back through the list and discussing all the games that we have covered so far. We promise that we DO have a good reason for stalling, and it will hopefully make the penultimate list episode far better than it would have been if we had rushed it out. Will that penultimate episode be…

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CAGcast #792: Falling for Fallout All Over Again 1:14:29

5M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

The gang talks Fallout TV show, Fallout 4 updates, new releases, the latest news, and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Two Middle Aged Men Review a Game for Toddlers... and Turrican 2! 1:06:32

5M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

This Episode Jay and Eddie are talking about a game they probably should have covered off as part of a previous episode; Turrican 2 (81) from 1991. The game that would eventually become a licensed Universal Soldier tie in, Turrican 2 takes side scrolling difficulty to a whole new level... and not in a good way! But Turrican takes a backseat in this…

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DLC - You Asked, We answered... Birthday AMA! 49:06

5M ago49:06

49:06

It's time for Episode 6 of the DLC series! This time Jay and Eddie are answering YOUR questions to celebrate the podcast's 1 year anniversary! Biggest disappointment, favourite games console, HOYA's and more! Enjoy! **This was initially a Patreon Timed Exclusive, but now it's available here for your listening pleasure!** If you want to hear DLC epi…

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CAGcast #791: Won’t Someone Save the Learning? 1:12:06

5M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

The gang would rather be watching Fallout, but rally to talk about outrageous DLC prices, the Kids Online Safety Act, and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Hey! Listen! Is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time the Best Game Ever? 1:10:41

5M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

Well, according to Retro Gamer Magazine, no. That's right, this episode we're looking at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (2) and for the first time in a while we've found a game we can be truly positive about! Don't worry though rant-fans, we still find time to have a little moan about a few things along the way! So whip out your Ocarina, pour…

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CAGcast #790: Madrid, Movies, and Morval 1:15:57

5M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

The gang talks Spring break activities, movies and TV, gaming news, and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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Back of the Net! We Talk to Vicente from Sunday League Games 29:12

5M ago29:12

29:12

On me head, son, It's a game of two halves, Park the bus, He was half a yard off, The referee's a... well, you get the idea with that! This episode we're talking about Sunday League Football, a game by Sunday League Games that is due to launch on Gamefound in just over a week (8th April!) We are joined by Vicente, one of the developers of this 'bea…

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Just the Two of Us... 2 Player Games Special! 40:22

6M ago40:22

40:22

Grab your best board gaming buddy and get ready for some intense 1 on 1 action... that's right, this episode we're talking about the best 2 Player Board Games! Luke, Drew, Craig and Matt all pick their favourite 2 Player-Only board game, before rounding out a top 5 with one of their honourable mentions. Please Note - We thought this episode had bee…

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One Blazed an RPG Trail, the Other is an Epic Fail! We’re Looking At Dungeon Master & Deus Ex! 1:15:10

6M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Yes we know all the modern day lingo like 'Epic Fail', and we aren't afraid to use it! This episode Jay and Eddie are looking at two RPG games (or at least games with an RPG element) in Dungeon Master (56) and Deus Ex (49) as they continue their quest to complete the 100 Games to Play Before You Die list! As ever, the pair struggle to stay entirely…

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CAGcast #789: Desert Island Fortnite Skins 1:16:18

6M ago1:16:18

1:16:18

The gang talks PS5 Pro rumors, GDC news, the latest movies, TV shows, cartoon product placement deals, and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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CAGcast #788: Did Woke Fortnite Ruin Gaming? 1:21:55

6M ago1:21:55

1:21:55

The gang talks canceled multiplayer Spider-man game, MLB The Show “Not Sure About That Hat Edition”, Helldivers 2, the usual gaming controversies and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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This Episode is Elite... and Rez, and Advance Wars! 1:05:41

6M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

It's a triple header this time on the BLG Podcast as we limp ever closer to that 100th game on the list! We're looking three titles that really have no connection other than us not having much to say about them. They are Elite (21), Rez (84) and Advance Wars (93). We also talk about the two biggest bombshells to drop in the gaming world over the pa…

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CAGcast #787: No U-turns 1:07:48

6M ago1:07:48

1:07:48

The gang talks WWE 2k24, the latest ridiculous gaming controversy, the latest ridiculous Warner Bros. Gaming decisions and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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CAGcast #786: Be the Keighley You Want to See in the World 1:16:44

7M ago1:16:44

1:16:44

The gang talks Winter break, new movies and TV, Helldivers II, game industry layoffs, and oh so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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God Bless Our Dark Souls 57:17

7M ago57:17

57:17

This episode we're letting our inner sadist out and looking at From Software's Dark Souls (54)! Grab your buckler, fill up your Estus Flask and allow us to be your escort through the terrifying kingdom of Lordran, where all number of horrible abominations are just waiting to sap your health in a matter of seconds. We also talk about other sadistic …

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Keeping Things Relatively Civil - Sid Meier's Civilization 1 and 4 51:12

7M ago51:12

51:12

It's our birthday and we'll talk about turn-based strategy games if we want to! That's right, this episode Eddie and Jay take a look at two games from Sid Meier's Civilization series, namely Civilization 1 (62) and Civilization 4 (98). Aside from the fact it should obviously be called Civilisation and not Civilization, will we find fault with the s…

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Aire We Go Again! - Chatting Airecon '24 with Founder Mark Cooke & Rodney from Watch It Played 49:42

7M ago49:42

49:42

Quite the episode title, huh? Yes, with AireCon Prime under a month away, we're talking about our favourite board gaming convention again! And this time we have the perfect people to shed some light on what this year's AC Prime will have in store; namely Mr. AireCon himself Mark Cooke, and perennial AireCon attendee and board gaming royalty Rodney …

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CAGcast #785: These Pipes Are Clean! 1:12:56

7M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

The gang talks Microsoft podcast announcement, Suicide Squad, Like a Dragon: Infinte Wealth, and so much more!By CheapyD, Wombat, Shipwreck

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DLC - Would I Lie to Eddie? Gaming Glitches and Cheats! 52:15

7M ago52:15

52:15

It's a little later than expected, but here's Episode 5 of BLG DLC! This time Jay is grilling Eddie on Easter Eggs and Cheat codes, and asking the question; Real or Hoax? Plus we rant about 'the good old days' and make a poorly aged joke about non-Patreon listeners not getting to hear this until Christmas. Oops! Enjoy!! **This was initially a Patre…

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