Episode 225

Silksong is out and it proves once again that Team Cherry stands at the pinnacle of their craft. We give our (relatively) spoiler-free impressions of the game and gush about the world design, new mechanics, and much more. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Victoria 3). This episode was recorded in September 2025. Intro and outro music composed by Christopher Larkin and owned by Team Cherry.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

10:47 - Silksong Launch and Initial Thoughts

21:00 - Difficulty and Mechanics

34:47 - Art, Music, and World Design

43:52 - Quests and NPCs

54:01 - Game of the Year?

1:10:42 - Victoria 3

Episode 224

One of the year's most anticipated games, Hollow Knight: Silksong, is imminent! As of this recording, it is two days before the game comes out and we have much to discuss! From the price to the release date to the "controversy" from indie devs around the release - we talk about the fervor surrounding Silksong and how it has immediately become the center of attention. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Victoria 3, Gears of War: Reloaded, Helldivers 2). This episode was recorded in September 2025. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

11:48 - Anticipating Silksong

18:02 - Silksong Development, Pricing, and "Controversy"

45:48 - Connor's Spyro Update

52:12 - Victoria 3

58:42 - Gears of War: Reloaded

1:08:40 - Helldivers 2

Episode 215

Games like Phasmophobia, Lethal Company, and most recently, Peak, are indie projects with proximity chat-based multiplayer that seem to go viral thanks to the unpredictable and hilarious nature of playing these games with your friends. Today, we dive into these "friendlike" games and discuss what makes them tick, and why they seem to do numbers that punch way above their weight. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, Monster Hunter Wilds, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33). This episode was recorded in July 2025. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase (dylan.robert.chase@gmail.com).

Apologies for the slight audio syncing issues and lack of video - there were some technical hitches with this week's recording.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

7:52 - "Friendlikes"

41:30 - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach

1:03:48 - Monster Hunter Wilds

1:15:41 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Episode 125 In today's episode, we have special guest Tyler on to talk about tabletop games, and his experience creating official Magic: The Gathering card artwork! Today, we end the show by talking about memorable tabletop games we've played (Just One, Scythe, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Beyblade, Monikers, Settlers of Catan) This episode was recorded in March 2023. Royalty free music from BenSound. Check out Tyler's Magic cards here - https://secretlair.wizards.com/us/product/811031/draw-your-hand Follow Tyler on Twitter - https://twitter.com/rope_arrow Support Tyler on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/ropearrow?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator The original Reddit post: https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/uel8o5/some_people_wanted_to_see_my_full_cycle_of_sld/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Magic: The Gathering 22:57 - Tyler's Official Magic Artwork 34:06 - Just One 35:55 - Scythe 37:27 - Yu-Gi-Oh! 45:10 - Beyblade 50:17 - Monikers 56:48 - Settlers of Catan

Episode 124 In today's episode, we (after a lengthy hiatus) are back and we have hot takes! We talk through our most seemingly controversial gaming opinions. As always, we end with the games we're playing (Returnal, Age of Empires III, PSVR2, Kerbal Space Program 2). This episode was recorded in March 2023. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:45 - Hardware Limitations Are Good / Live Service Games Tangent 13:05 - There Should Be a More Firm Divide Between Roguelike and Roguelite 16:12 - Skyrim Is Not A Good Game 22:28 - Hero Shooters Are Boring / Riot Games Tangent 27:05 - If You Have to "Wait for a Game to Get Good" It's A Bad Game / One Piece Tangent 31:49 - Breath of the Wild Is Not A Good Game 34:05 - The Last of Us Part I and II Are Masterpieces 40:24 - Ocarina of Time is NOT One of the Greatest Games Ever Made 46:11 - High Difficulty Is Bad Design in Many Cases / Gear Systems Tangent / God of War Tangent 1:03:55 - Console Gaming Is Better Than PC Gaming / Controller Tangent / Xbox Tangent 1:19:39 - 60 FPS Doesn't Impress Anymore 1:26:35 - Returnal 1:36:05 - Age of Empires III 1:41:41 - PlayStation VR 2 1:55:16 - Kerbal Space Program 2 2:08:19 - Closing Comments

Episode 123 In today's episode, we talk about where gaming is at in early 2023. We discuss the big first party companies (Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft) as well as third parties (Ubisoft, EA) and indies. As always, we end with the games we're playing (Dead Space, HITMAN World of Assassination). This episode was recorded in January 2023. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Sony's Increasing PC Support 5:02 - Update On Microsoft's Activision Acquisition 9:00 - The State of PlayStation and VR in Early 2023 28:11 - The State of Nintendo in Early 2023 and Tears of the Kingdom 39:22 - The State of Xbox and Game Pass in Early 2023 51:04 - The State of Third Parties and Indies in Early 2023 1:08:48 - Dead Space 1:20:15 - HITMAN World of Assassination

Episode 122 In today's episode, we talk about HBO's stunning adaptaion of The Last of Us. As always, we end with the games we're playing (PICO-8 games, One Piece Odyssey). This episode was recorded in January 2023. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - The Last of Us and Video Game Adaptations 6:16 - The HBO Adaptation of The Last of Us 14:29 - Uncharted Movie Tangent 17:05 - Neil Druckmann and Craig Maizin 19:07 - Discussing the Production of HBO's The Last of Us 31:46 - Tangent on Movie Theaters vs Watching At Home 40:04 - Final Thoughts On The Show, Neil Druckmann, and a Graphics Tangent 46:53 - Fire Emblem Tangent 50:20 - PICO-8 Games 57:32 - One Piece Odyssey

Episode 121 It's our 2023 debut! Today we offer our thoughts on grinding in games, and go on a couple tangents along the way. As always, we end with the games we're playing (The Riftbreaker, Disco Elysium, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R, MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Death Stranding). This episode was recorded in January 2023. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Connor's New Graphics Card 4:09 - Grinding in Games 24:35 - Open World / AAA Games Tangent 31:18 - Game Updates and PC Ports Tangent 39:59 - Respecting The Grind 48:37 - The Riftbreaker 52:03 - Disco Elysium 56:52 - JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R 1:05:03 - MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries 1:10:25 - Death Stranding

Episode 120 In today's episode, we talk about our games of the year for 2022, and recap what will surely go down in history as an exceptional year in gaming. As always, we end with the games we're playing (Sea of Thieves, Yakuza 0, Inscryption). This episode was recorded in December 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - The Game Awards Recap 6:48 - Ahmed's Game of the Year 2022 and Nintendo Speculation 17:18 - Connor's Game of the Year Not Released in 2022 23:35 - Mike's Game of the Year 2022 and Twitch Integration 31:43 - Ahmed's Game of the Year Not Released in 2022 35:51 - Connor's Game of the Year 2022 42:29 - Mike's Game of the Year Not Released in 2022 and Predictions for Next Year 55:50 - Sea of Thieves 58:51 - Yakuza 0 1:07:00 - Inscryption

Episode 119 In today's episode, we analyze the nominees for The Game Awards 2022 and give our predictions! As always, we end with the games we're playing (Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Sea of Thieves, God of War Ragnarök, Warhammer: Vermintide 2, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales). This episode was recorded in December 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Predicting Game of the Year 2022 12:16 - Predicting Winners for the Remaining Categories 1:02:38 - Pokémon Scarlet and Violet 1:08:23 - Sea of Thieves 1:10:34 - God of War Ragnarök 1:28:54 - Warhammer: Vermintide 2 1:31:38 - Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales

Episode 118 In today's episode, we give our thoughts on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This episode was recorded in November 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - First Impressions 5:49 - Game Progression and Objectives 11:34 - Our Current Teams 21:08 - A Returning Fan's Perspective 23:38 - Comparing Scarlet/Violet With Legends Arceus 26:05 - Critical Reception and Performance Issues 36:55 - The Rival 38:38 - Mechanics and World Design 52:23 - Multiplayer 56:47 - Terastallization 1:03:16 - Old Gen Remake Discussion

Episode 117 In today's episode, we talk about Sonic games and media. As always, we end with the games we're playing (Tunic, Team Sonic Racing, Ghostrunner, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Squad, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl). This episode was recorded in April 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - The Appeal of Sonic 14:36 - Modern Sonic Games, Media, and Characters 36:04 - Shadow the Hedgehog 44:23 - Sonic 06 and Chao Garden Stories 49:25 - The Future of Sonic, Fan Games, and Final Thoughts 1:05:51 - Tunic 1:12:10 - Team Sonic Racing 1:15:50 - Ghostrunner 1:17:03 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land 1:22:09 - Let Me Solo Her 1:26:48 - Squad 1:30:23 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl

Episode 116 It's been a while since our last episode, so this episode we just talk about the games we played over the past few weeks. This episode was recorded in November 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Catching Up 4:01 - Dishonered 2 8:41 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 23:33 - Bayonetta 3 45:24 - Overwatch 2 52:03 - Sea of Thieves 1:05:28 - Minecraft 1:10:00 - Outer Wilds

Episode 214

We're back after a three week hiatus, and there is much to discuss! Between Summer Games Fest and PlayStation and Xbox's showcases, there are a slew of games that caught our eye. This is also the first episode released after the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, so we dive deep into our first impressions with the new console and discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Mario Kart World, Pokémon Scarlet, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, PEAK, The Headliners). This episode was recorded in June 2025. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase (dylan.robert.chase@gmail.com).

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

4:07 - Summer Games Fest Highlights

17:24 - State of Play Highlights

29:02 - Xbox Showcase Highlights

42:20 - Nintendo Switch 2 Impressions

1:01:39 - Mario Kart World

1:15:32 - Pokémon Scarlet

1:22:48 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

1:27:34 - PEAK

1:30:57 - The Headliners

Episode 115 On today's episode, we talk the newly revealed NVIDIA 40 series graphics cards. Additionally, we talk about the official reveal of and early impressions for PSVR2. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (The Last of Us Part I, Shovel Knight Dig, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Beta, Gundam Evolution). This episode was recorded in September 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - The NVIDIA 40 Series Graphics Cards 19:02 - Cyberpunk Tangent and Final Thoughts on the 40XX Cards 24:27 - PSVR2 Official Reveal 38:08 - PVR2 Potential Pricing and Final Thoughts 46:59 - The Last of Us Part I 52:44 - Slime Rancher 2 and Shovel Knight Dig 1:00:25 - Trombone Champ 1:03:57 - Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Beta 1:12:28 - Gundam Evolution

Episode 114 On today's packed episode, we talk about the historic Rockstar hack, the new Nintendo Direct, the new State of Play, and the Steam Deck! As always, we conclude with what we're playing (PlateUp!, Rumbleverse, Metal: Hellsinger, Green Hell). This episode was recorded in September 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Rockstar Hacked 21:22 - The Nintendo Direct and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 34:49 - The PlayStation State of Play and God of War Ragnarök 43:25 - Steam Deck Impressions 1:08:01 - PlateUp! 1:13:27 - Rumbleverse 1:25:01 - Metal: Hellsinger 1:30:00 - Green Hell

Episode 113
 On today's episode, we talk about major paradigm shifts in gaming history throughout the years! As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Ghostrunner, Paunch, Clustertruck, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion). This episode was recorded in April 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk
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 0:00 - 2D to 3D and Arcade to Console 13:10 - Emergence of VR 19:50 - Introduction of DLC and the Birth of FromSoftware 23:49 - Linear to Open World 33:55 - Emergence of Indies 37:55 - Rise of FPS, Minecraft, MMOs, and Microtransactions 44:56 - PC Games and Storefronts 51:58 - Ghostrunner 56:15 - Paunch 57:50 - Clustertruck 58:54 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land 1:07:27 - The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

Episode 112 On today's episode, we talk about video game music! As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Fall Guys). This episode was recorded in July 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - The Best Game Music 9:14 - Evocative Music vs Catchy Music 17:26 - Our Favorite Soundtracks 23:02 - Our Forays into Video Game Music Making 25:15 - Intelligent Use of Music in Games 37:37 - More Of Our Favorites 47:55 - Fall Guys

Episode 111 On today's episode, we talk about NFTs in gaming. We also discuss the current state of Metaverse. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Omori, MapleStory, Skyrim VR, Vampire Survivors, Risk of Rain 2, Stray, Killer Queen). This episode was recorded in July 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - NFTs in Games 22:36 - Blockchain and Cryptocurrency 26:38 - Square Enix and NFTs 32:08 - The Metaverse 38:44 - Omori 48:29 - MapleStory 1:03:22 - Skyrim VR 1:06:56 - Vampire Survivors 1:09:48 - Risk of Rain 2 1:12:05 - Stray 1:20:40 - Killer Queen and Starport Arcade

Episode 110 On today's episode, we talk about PC gaming - we discuss our history with it, and where it stands in 2022. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Super Auto Pets, Sniper Elite 5, My Friend Pedro, Pokémon SoulSilver, Minecraft, Bowser's Fury). This episode was recorded in June 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Building Our PCs 12:15 - Our PC Gaming History 23:40 - Playing On PC in 2022 30:10 - Setups 34:40 - Discord 39:55 - Chat Features 45:30 - Connor's Anecdote 47:41 - Super Auto Pets 51:15 - Sniper Elite 5 52:47 - My Friend Pedro 55:05 - Pokémon SoulSilver 57:27 - Minecraft 1:00:35 - Bowser's Fury

Episode 109 On today's episode, we discuss the Xbox Summer 2022 games showcase and the latest PlayStation State of Play. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Outward, Risk of Rain 2, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodhunt, Switch Sports, V Rising, Generation Zero, Crusader Kings III). This episode was recorded in June 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:12 - Redfall, Silksong, and High On Life 8:20 - Riot Partnership 13:32 - Kojima Partnership 18:56 - Persona On Xbox, Forzo Motorsport, and Flight Sim Updates 22:05 - Overwatch 2 and Diablo IV 25:05 - Ara History Untold and Game Updates 29:39 - Minecraft Legends, Pentiment, Grounded, and More 37:11 - Cocoon and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty 40:02 - Starfield 52:30 - Resident Evil 4 Remake and Street Fighter 6 57:49 - Resident Evil 8 VR, Horizon Call of the Mountain, and PSVR2 Games 59:46 - Spider-Man on PC, The Last of Us Part I, Horizon Forbidden West Updates 1:05:48 - Stray, The Callisto Protocol, Tunic, and More 1:09:15 - Final Fantasy XVI 1:11:29 - Outward, Risk of Rain 2, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodhunt 1:14:55 - Switch Sports 1:20:10 - V Rising 1:24:47 - Generation Zero 1:29:18 - Crusader Kings III

Episode 108 On today's episode, we discuss Sony's revamped PlayStation Plus (previously codenamed "Spartacus"), and how it compares with Microsoft's Xbox GamePass. We also go off on a couple tangents and talk about Halo Infinite and handheld consoles. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Baba Is You, VRChat, Dark Souls: Remastered). This episode was recorded in March 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn To see Mike break his monitor, click here: https://clips.twitch.tv/SparklingWrongPigDatBoi-e4huNGnQ5V28Yzq7 Timestamps: 0:00 - The New PlayStation Plus 27:43 - Halo Infinite Tangent 34:31 - No Vita Games on PS Plus and Handhelds 46:20 - Baba Is You 50:04 - VRChat 52:14 - Dark Souls: Remastered

Episode 107 On today's episode, we discuss games in the mid to late 2000s, and specifically touch on the brown/gray color palette that was so popular in that time. We also talk a bit about NFTs in games. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Crusader Kings III, Monster Hunter Rise, Elden Ring, Tunic). This episode was recorded in March 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Graphics and Games in the "Gray Era" of the PS3 and 360 18:37 - Nintendo's Problems in the "Gray Era" 23:32 - Sony and Microsoft's Missteps 27:59 - Indies During This Time 39:39 - Our Thoughts on NFTs in Games 54:55 - Crusader Kings III 1:03:19 - Monster Hunter Rise 1:12:46 - Elden Ring 1:32:53 - Tunic

Episode 106 On today's episode, we discuss the monumental Elden Ring. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War, Mass Effect). This episode was recorded in March 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Elden Ring Impressions 26:39 - Techincal Problems 30:37 - Popularity, Design Philosophy, and Our Playthroughs 1:08:20 - Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War 1:18:19 - A Note On Ukraine and Russia 1:20:15 - Mass Effect

Episode 213

Once in a generation, a video game comes along that reminds the industry what a game can be - a magnificent synthesis of art, technology, and passion that can have a profound effect on the player. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of those video games, and it is our privilege to discuss this masterpiece today. We discuss the game in its entirety, spoilers and all. This episode was recorded in June 2025. Intro and outro music composed by Lorien Testard and owned by Sandfall Interactive.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

5:42 - SPOILERS - Discussing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Episode 105 On today's episode, we talk about the state of the gaming industry in 2022 and where we might be headed. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Horizon Forbidden West, Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War). This episode was recorded in February 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Acquisitions 7:39 - Multimedia Efforts 12:00 - PC and Steam Deck 16:51 - Nintendo and Switch Online 25:42 - Sony and VR 44:36 - Microsoft and Game Pass 53:45 - Elden Ring Anticipation 1:01:50 - Horizon Forbidden West 1:14:43 - The Uncharted Movie 1:17:31 - Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War

Episode 104 On today's episode, we discuss the latest Nintendo direct detailing Nintendo's plans for the first half of 2022. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Ace Combat 04: Shattered Skies, Grounded, Sifu, Astroneer). This episode was recorded in February 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Speculating on Breath of the Wild 2 3:20 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land 7:48 - Nintendo Switch Sports 13:03 - 48 New Tracks in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 20:39 - Miscellaneous Announcements 24:24 - MLB The Show 22 on Switch 29:14 - Earthbound on Switch 32:37 - Closure of the Wii U and 3DS eShops 43:39 - Ace Combat 04: Shattered Skies 46:00 - Grounded 48:31 - Sifu 1:03:22 - Astroneer

Episode 103 On today's episode, we discuss another major acquisition - PlayStation has acquired Bungie. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Minecraft, Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, Fortnite). This episode was recorded in February 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Sony Purchases Bungie 9:55 - Who's Next? 15:04 - Bungie's Value and Multimedia Ambitions 24:06 - Nintendo's Potential Reaction 28:54 - The Retention Package 31:41 - Pokémon Legends: Arceus 49:17 - Minecraft 52:43 - Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection 1:01:16 - Fortnite

Episode 102 On today's episode, we discuss the bombshell of the decade - Microsoft has acquired Activision Blizzard. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, God of War, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain). This episode was recorded in January 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Microsoft Purchases Activision Blizzard 29:11 - Sony's Potential Counter-Strategy 38:58 - Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy 44:08 - God of War 1:02:05 - Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

Episode 101 On today's episode, we discuss the our games of the year for 2021 and recap the 2021 Game Awards. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (The Binding of Isaac: Repentance, Loop Hero, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown, Halo Infinite, Hades, Barotrauma). This episode was recorded in January 2022. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - The Game Awards 2021 - Game of the Year 15:07 - Connor's 2021 Game of the Year 18:26 - Mike's 2021 Game of the Year 21:17 - Ahmed's 2021 Game of the Year 27:01 - The Game Awards 2021 - Nominations and Winners 1:08:59 - Most Anticipated Games for 2022 1:14:35 - The Binding of Isaac: Repentance 1:20:24 - Loop Hero 1:26:32 - Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown 1:34:21 - Halo Infinite 1:47:06 - Hades 1:56:46 - Barotrauma

Episode 100 On today's very special episode, the Gametalk hosts all meet and record in person for episode 100. To celebrate the occasion, we discuss the games that have shaped our taste over the years. As always, we conclude with what we're playing (Project Wingman, Halo Infinite, Metroid Dread). This episode was recorded in December 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Uncharted: Drake's Fortune 6:14 - Command & Conquer: Red Alert 8:07 - Super Mario World 11:37 - Pokémon Ruby 22:41 - The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion 32:24 - Super Mario Bros. 3 36:24 - Dark Souls 41:56 - Warframe 48:31 - Flyff 54:43 - Banjo Kazooie 1:00:14 - NGEN Racing 1:02:23 - Gone Home 1:05:17 - Civilization V 1:12:46 - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt 1:17:44 - Terraria 1:22:57 - Dragon Age: Origins 1:27:38 - Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri 1:34:13 - The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker 1:42:26 - Paper Mario 1:46:16 - Mass Effect 1:52:12 - Persona 5 1:56:20 - Journey 2:01:49 - Star Wars: Battlefront 2:04:31 - Spelunky 2:08:05 - Halo 3 2:12:58 - Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots 2:18:31 - Minecraft 2:21:32 - Age of Empires 2:23:00 - Project Wingman 2:29:50 - Halo Infinite 2:38:04 - Metroid Dread 2:41:34 - Thank you!

Episode 99 In today's episode, we talk about our favorite game genres, such as roguelike, action-adventure, 4X, 3D platformer, RPG, and more! As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Mario Party Superstars, Unpacking, Project Wingman, Super Auto Pets, The Forgotten City). This episode was recorded in November 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Roguelikes 9:12 - RTS, 4X, and Grand Strategy 14:46 - Action-Adventure 18:49 - 3D Platformers 23:15 - Simulation 28:16 - RPGs 35:09 - Soulslikes, Zeldalikes, and Metroidvanias 41:00 - Walking Simulators 45:55 - First Person Shooters 53:45 - Indie, Action, and Other Genres 59:20 - Mario Party Superstars 1:02:19 - Unpacking 1:05:47 - Project Wingman 1:10:08 - Super Auto Pets 1:14:12 - The Forgotten City

Episode 98 In today's episode, we talk about the Animal Crossing Direct, the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion pricing, God of War on PC, the Uncharted movie, and more! As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Metroid Dread, Mass Effect Andromeda, Far Cry 6, Cepheus Protocol, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl). This episode was recorded in October 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Animal Crossing Update 15:00 - Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass Pricing 32:47 - God Of War On PC 38:02 - Sora In Smash 48:34 - Uncharted Trailer 1:00:18 - Metroid Dread 1:12:50 - Mass Effect Andromeda 1:22:19 - Far Cry 6 1:29:13 - Cepheus Protocol 1:33:34 - Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl

Episode 97 In today's episode, we talk about the latest Nintendo Direct and share our thoughts on the various games that were shown (including Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Metroid Dread, Bayonetta 3, the N64/Genesis updates, and much more)! We also discuss the hilarity of the Mario movie cast. As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Deathloop, Death Stranding Director's Cut, Deep Rock Galactic, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye, MapleStory, Psychonauts 2). This episode was recorded in September 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Third Party Games 9:25 - Mario Party Superstars 12:35 - Predicting the Final Smash Ultimate Character 19:43 - Animal Crossing News 23:08 - Metroid Dread Final Trailer 28:17 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land 32:09 - Nintendo Switch Online N64 and Genesis Announcement 39:53 - Mario Movie Cast Reveal 47:05 - Bayonetta 3 51:54 - Deathloop 1:02:26 - Death Stranding Director's Cut 1:10:51 - Deep Rock Galactic 1:17:58 - Kena: Bridge of Spirits 1:21:24 - Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye 1:30:09 - MapleStory 1:35:10 - Psychonauts 2

Episode 96 In today's episode, we talk about Sony's recent showcase and our thoughts on the various games that were shown (including Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake, Forspoken, Wolverine, Spider-Man 2, God of War Ragnarok, and much more)! We also discuss some of the "controversy" around God of War Ragnarok. As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Webbed, Deathloop). This episode was recorded in September 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake 5:52 - Third Party Games (Forspoken, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, Tchia, and more) 18:11 - Gran Turismo 7 20:21 - Insomniac (Spider-Man 2, Wolverine) 29:04 - God of War Ragnarok and "The Controversy" 53:39 - Webbed 58:25 - Deathloop

Episode 212

Game sharing has evolved drastically over the years, from handing your buddies cartridges and discs to sharing digital games on Steam and Switch 2. Today, we discussed how game sharing has evolved over the years, and share some fun personal anecdotes about sharing games with friends. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Monster Hunter Wilds). This episode was recorded in May 2025. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase (dylan.robert.chase@gmail.com).

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

3:33 - Game Sharing On Switch 2 vs Steam

15:43 - Anticipating Mario Kart on Switch 2

22:08 - Sharing Physical Games

34:00 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

57:00 - Monster Hunter Wilds

Episode 95 In today's episode, we talk about game length and pacing. We discuss what our ideal game length is, examples of what we think are perfectly paced games, and more! As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Psychonauts 2, Axiom Verge 2, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Aurora 4x). This episode was recorded in September 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Check out Mike's podcast Drunk Movie Night here: https://soundcloud.com/mikethete Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Game Length 15:04 - Pacing 43:47 - Psychonauts 2 1:04:37 - Axiom Verge 2 1:09:52 - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 1:13:43 - Aurora 4x

Episode 94 In today's episode, we talk about addiction in gaming, and the unhealthy habits some gamers have when they associate their identity with particular games. We also talk about the current state of Activision and AAA gaming failures. As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (12 Minutes, Katana ZERO, Main Assembly, Hell Let Loose, Ghost of Tsushima). This episode was recorded in August 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Addiction In Gaming 16:35 - Gamers and Identity Issues 23:39 - Activision Blizzard Update and AAA Game Failures 31:57 - GaaS and MMO Raids 43:09 - 12 Minutes 47:35 - Katana ZERO 50:02 - Main Assembly 51:50 - Hell Let Loose 54:28 - Ghost of Tsushima

Episode 93 In today's episode, we talk about licensed games and adapting games to other mediums. As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Descenders, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, Hell Let Loose, Adapt, Hammerting, Control). This episode was recorded in August 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Licensed Games 41:47 - Adapting Games to Other Mediums 52:52 - Descenders 57:33 - The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD 1:04:43 - Hell Let Loose 1:09:47 - Adapt 1:11:55 - Hammerting 1:13:15 - Control

Episode 92 In today's episode, we talk about the Activision Blizzard lawsuit. We also discuss the newly announced Steam Deck, and the potential impact it could have on the gaming landscape. As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Pokémon Unite, Battlefield 1, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, Fall Guys). This episode was recorded in July 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Timestamps: 0:00 - Activision 35:07 - Steam Deck 58:59 - Pokémon Unite 1:07:14 - Battlefield 1 1:14:49 - The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD 1:31:37 - Fall Guys

Episode 91 In today's episode, we talk about mods! We dive into the popular Minecraft mod MC Eternal, discuss how mods have shaped the industry, and examine differences in how the major first party developers see mods. As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (MC Eternal, A Plague Tale: Innocence). This episode was recorded in July 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 90 In today's episode, we discuss the newly revealed Nintendo Switch (OLED Model), the announcement of Assassin's Creed Infinite and the new direction for the franchise, and Sony's new first party acquisitions. As always, we round off the show with what we're playing (Devil May Cry V, Fallout 4, Slay The Spire, Mario Golf: Super Rush). This episode was recorded in July 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 89 In today's episode, we talk about PlayStation's growing first party presence on PC, as well as Microsoft's established presence and Nintendo's lack of presence, and what that all means for console gaming going forward. We also talk about the Xbox Game Pass business model, and gaming industry auteurs like Hideo Kojima, Yuji Naka, and Koji Igarashi. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Wargroove, Battlefield 4, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Slay The Spire). This episode was recorded in June 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 88 In today's episode, we discuss the highs and lows of E3 2021. We talk about some of the biggest games, including Starfield, Halo Infinite, Metroid Dread, the sequel to Breath of the Wild, and much more! As always, we conclude with the games we’re playing (Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, XCOM 2). This episode was recorded in June 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 87 In today’s episode, we reflect on our gaming nostalgia. As always, we conclude with the games we’re playing (MC Eternal, Going Medieval, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Resident Evil Village, Sonic 3: Angel Island Revisited, No Man’s Sky). This episode was recorded in June 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 86 In today’s episode, we make predictions for E3 2021! As always, we conclude with the games we’re playing (Subnautica, Turok 2: Seeds of Evil, Mass Effect Legendary Edition). This episode was recorded in May 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 211

After years of gobbling up studios and feeding the Gamepass machine, Xbox is presently firing on all cylinders. Looking ahead, rumors are afoot about the next generation Xbox console integrating tightly with Steam. Today, we discuss these rumors and analyze the present state of Xbox. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Monster Hunter Wilds, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Doom: The Dark Ages). This episode was recorded in May 2025. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase (dylan.robert.chase@gmail.com).

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

6:24 - Next Gen Xbox/Steam Rumors

30:34 - The Current State of Xbox

47:43 - Monster Hunter Wilds

56:30 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

1:10:31 - Doom: The Dark Ages

Episode 85 In today’s episode, we discuss the current state of VR and dive into “next gen” VR features. We also talk about a variety of other topics, including our RGB preferences, the benefits of high framerates, and the different factors that impact our immersion. As always, we conclude with the games we’re playing (Castlevania, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Hardspace: Shipbreaker). This episode was recorded in May 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 84 In today’s episode, we create a very serious and definitive tier list of all major gaming consoles. As always, we conclude with the games we’re playing (Dragon Quest Builders 2, VTOL VR, Returnal, Resident Evil Village). This episode was recorded in May 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn

Episode 83 In today’s episode, we talk about the ongoing legal battle between Epic and Apple. We also discuss the current situation at Activision and how they are shifting all their studios to work on Call of Duty. As always, we conclude with the games we’re playing (Returnal, Factorio, Ring Fit Adventure, Beat Saber, Dyson Sphere Program). This episode was recorded in May 2021. Royalty free music from BenSound. Questions or comments? Tweet @PodcastGametalk Or chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn