Episodios

  • Special Episode: The Game Pitch Challenge 2

    Special Episode: The Game Pitch Challenge 2
    Mar 23 2026
    It’s time for another Game Pitch Challenge! (And no, we couldn’t think of a better title!) This week, Aaron and James each pick a game or series the other hasn't played and give their best pitch to the other to give it a shot. James starts things off by explaining how the indie gem Tunic is perfect for Aaron’s action/adventure/puzzle tastes. Then, Aaron leverages James’ love of the Persona series to try and convince him to play Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne. Whether you’ve played these games or not, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!
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    1 h y 2 m
  • Special Episode: One Piece Rankings! Sagas and Straw Hats!

    Special Episode: One Piece Rankings! Sagas and Straw Hats!
    Mar 16 2026
    “SAY YOU WANT TO LIVE!! WE ARE YOUR FRIENDS!” In honor of season two of Netflix’s questionable adaptation of everyone’s favorite pirate crew, this week, Aaron and James do some swashbuckling rankings! How do the various sagas compare to each other? Which nakama are top tier and which are not worthy of a place on this legendary crew? And finally, listen to hear some thoughts on the season 2 premiere! Are we fans? WE ARE!
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    1 h y 53 m
  • Episode 121: Pokémon: The First Movie

    Episode 121: Pokémon: The First Movie
    Mar 2 2026
    "Pokémon aren't meant to fight. Not like this." In the late 1990s, Pokémania was a genuine cultural force. Schoolyards were abuzz with rumors of how to catch Mew, game shops couldn’t stock booster packs of the trading card game fast enough, and this film would go on to be one of the highest grossing animated films of the decade. Join Aaron, James, and a special returning guest as they ask: Did it live up to the massive hype, and does it hold up all these years later? Enjoy this romp through Generation 1 nostalgia, and wait for the end to hear the boys discuss the 2026 Pokémon Presents! They might even say a word or two about Pikachu's Vacation!
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    1 h y 44 m
  • Episode 120: Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

    Episode 120: Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
    Feb 23 2026
    "Cor blimey!" Join Aaron and James as they delve into what might be the best, most approachable entry into a legendary series whose contribution to the JRPG genre is unquestionable. What sets this series - and this game in particular - apart from the rest of the JRPG pack? Does the late, great Akira Toriyama’s design work compensate for safe, by-the-book RPG mechanics, story, and gameplay? Or does personality and charm make up for any shortcomings? Listen and find out!
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    1 h y 54 m
  • Episode 119: Final Fantasy VII Remake

    Episode 119: Final Fantasy VII Remake
    Feb 2 2026
    “You owe me a pizza.” This week, Aaron, James, and a returning special guest tackle the first entry in the remake of one of the most beloved video games of all time. This is a game with divisive plot changes, newly-fleshed out characters, a completely revamped and modernized combat system, and oh so much nostalgia. How does the remake fare with each of these things? And how does the game challenge what it means to remake a classic? Listen in and find out!
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    1 h y 34 m
  • The 2001 Video Game Draft

    The 2001 Video Game Draft
    Jan 26 2026
    The Game Boys (working title) are back for another fantasy draft! This week, the entire crew joins Aaron and James for another exciting draft year. From the release of the Gamecube to the PS2 asserting itself as a force to be reckoned with, this was truly a monumental year in gaming history. You can count on a few wild picks in this one, to be sure. Will your favorite games be selected? Only one way to find out! Unlike Vietnam, you'd be a fool to dodge THIS draft!
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    2 h y 15 m
  • Episode 118: Sucker Punch

    Episode 118: Sucker Punch
    Jan 12 2026
    "The fifth thing is a mystery." This week, Aaron and James talk about a bad movie. Like, a really bad movie. We're talking about a real turd, here. End of blurb.
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    1 h y 10 m
  • Special Episode: The Pokémon Roundtable

    Special Episode: The Pokémon Roundtable
    Jan 5 2026
    It’s 2026, which means that everyone’s favorite monster-collecting RPG series is turning 30! Join Aaron, James, and a group of returning guests for a roundtable discussion of the video games from this ultra-popular franchise. From the current state of the games, personal memories, and favorite entries to constructive criticisms and predictions for the future, there’s no facet of this creature-battling phenomenon we don’t discuss. Enjoy this freeform discussion of a media juggernaut that is truly near and dear to our hearts (well, almost all of us).
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    2 h y 9 m