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This is JK! Games! — the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about.
This week we’re diving into the world of shop sims and store management games. From cozy bookstores and pizza shops what actually makes these games so addictive?

We break down our favorite shop sim mechanics, the games we love, the features that instantly annoy us and what we want more of. Plus, we talk Marathon’s updates, LEGO Batman becoming the highest rated LEGO game ever, and celebrate a new Plants vs. Zombies partnership giveaway.

Timecodes
00:00 – Intro
07:00 – Housekeeping & Plants vs. Zombies Giveaway
13:47 – Easy Mode: What We’ve Been Playing
29:16 – Normal Mode: Marathon & LEGO Batman News
39:45 – Expert Mode: What Makes a Great Shop Sim?
52:30 – Shop Sim Pet Peeves & Bad Mechanics
01:03:20 – Our Dream Store Sim Games
01:14:10 – Community Write-Ins & Wrap Up

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Our recurring play-along series — One More Game — is our version of a video game book club. We choose one title, set checkpoints, and break it down over multiple episodes.

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This is JK! Games! — the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about.
And if you’ve been playing along with us in One More Game, you know we’re all about breaking down the games that actually stay with you.
May the Fourth be with you.
This week, we’re diving deep into Star Wars games — from the ones that made us fall in love with the galaxy, to the underrated gems you probably missed, and the games still sitting in our backlog.
We’re talking classics, surprises, and the Star Wars games that deserved way more love.
Whether you grew up with these or are just getting into them… you’re part of this conversation.

Timecodes
00:00 – Start
02:02 – Housekeeping
10:30 – Normal Mode: News We Care About
(Influencers shaping player opinions discussion)
25:13 – Expert Mode: Star Wars Games
Our History with Star Wars Games
43:00 – Standout Games & Franchises
(KOTOR, Battlefront, Jedi series, more)
59:30 – Underrated Star Wars Games
1:13:00 – Backlog Games We Need to Play

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This week on JK! Games!, we’re breaking down why sci-fi games feel different — from Mass Effect to retro sci-fi games you’ve probably never heard of.

We look at sci-fi games through the lens of our own experiences — where it started, when it clicked, and what we want next. From early memories to games like Mass Effect that completely changed how we see storytelling, we dive into why sci-fi continues to be one of the most exciting genres in gaming.

If you’ve ever played a game that made you stop and think “this is what games can be”… this episode is for you.

Timecodes
00:00 – Start
02:10 – Housekeeping
11:10 – Easy Mode: What We’ve Been Playing
17:39 – Josh played Myth Match
23:50 – Normal Mode: Mass Effect TV News
40:20 – Expert Mode: Sci-Fi Games (Past / Present / Future)

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In this episode we give you our overall thoughts on Life is Strange reunion.. including our official review score!

0:00 Start / Housekeeping 
3:10 Josh’s Birthday Celebration 
9:37 Life is Strange Reunion finale begins

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We're back with One More Game, breaking down Life is Strange: Reunion as we play through Max and Chloe’s reunion all the way through the Abraxas party.

This week, we dive into what’s working, what’s not, and why this game feels so close to something really special…but might fall short?

From emotional highs in Max and Chloe’s reunion to uneven pacing, unnecessary side characters, and a mystery that might not have Jerica sold...we break down the biggest talking points from the first 6 hours of the game.

There’s something really good here… we’re just not sure it fully comes together yet.
Play along with us every Monday night at 9:00PM EST: twitch.tv/jkgamespodcast

00:00 – Start  
01:26 – What’s Our Super Power / Where We Left Off
17:41 – Rushed?  
29:03 – Story Recap Starts  
1:41:54 – Predictions

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We’re kicking off a brand new One More Game play-along with Life is Strange Reunion!
Things are already getting messy...
In Part 1, we break down our early choices, first impressions, and how the story is setting up emotionally and mechanically. From Max’s rewind powers to the tension building around Chloe, we’re diving into everything you need to know while playing along at your own pace. That lady in the park had us sorta scared...

Timecodes:
00:00 – Start
06:27 – Housekeeping
08:15 – Episode Start
14:05 – Starting Choices
32:24 – Story Breakdown

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We’ve reached the end.

This is Part 4 (Finale) of our Resident Evil 9: Requiem playthrough in One More Game, where we break down the full ending and answer the big question:

Did the ending change our minds?

After everything — Raccoon City, Elpis, Grace, and Leon’s condition — it all leads here. In this episode, we dive into the final act, unpack what actually happens, and share our honest thoughts on whether the game sticks the landing.

We talk about:
– The full ending and final confrontation
– Grace’s role and connection to Elpis
– Leon’s story and what it all means
– The final choice and how it plays out
– The scariest moment in the game
– Our final scores and verdict

If you’ve been playing along with us, this is where it all comes together.

Timecodes
00:00 – Start
06:20 – Housekeeping
09:45 – One More Game Announcement
12:25 – Episode Discussion Start
58:48 – The Ending Choice
1:30:15 – Review Scores

We’re kicking off our Life is Strange Reunion playthrough on March 30th, covering the first 1–5 hours. Play along with us and join the conversation.

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We’re back with Part 3 of our Resident Evil 9: Requiem playthrough in One More Game — and this is where everything starts to come together.

In this episode, we cover everything through Leon’s return to Raccoon City, breaking down the biggest story reveals, the emotional moments, and why this section completely changes how we view the Resident Evil timeline.

We talk about:
– Why returning to Raccoon City is so important
– Leon’s condition and what’s at stake
– The biggest gameplay and horror moments so far

Before diving into RE9, we also talk about what’s been taking over our lives this week — Marathon and Pokéopia — and how they’ve been hitting for us so far.

If you’re playing along with us, stop once you complete the Raccoon City section and come back next week for our final episode covering the ending.

🎮 One More Game is a video game book club where we break down games at your pace so you can stay caught up and be part of the conversation.

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We’re back with Part 2 of One More Game, our Resident Evil 9: Requiem playthrough discussion.

This week we’re covering hours 2–6 of the game, officially hitting the halfway point. We break down the scariest moments so far, how the story is unfolding, and the dynamic gameplay differences between Grace and Leon.

We also uncover a surprising discovery… Kayla may have played part of the game wrong.

If you're playing along with us, this episode covers everything up to the halfway point of Resident Evil 9: Requiem. Pause your playthrough there and jump into the conversation.

Timecodes

00:00 Start
15:54 Episode Start
21:01 Main Topic – Resident Evil 9: Requiem Part 2 Discussion

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Resident Evil 9: Requiem is finally here, and we’re diving into the first 1–3 hours in Part 1 of One More Game.

This is our video game book club format where we play through a game together and break it down week by week. If your friends aren’t playing the same games as you, play along with us.

We’re joined by Madeline (@madexposure), who recently reviewed the game for Kinda Funny. We talk early impressions, fear factor, jump scares, combat feel, atmosphere, visuals, performance, and whether Requiem feels like it’s building toward something bold — or something familiar.

This episode contains early game spoilers for the first three hours only.

Timecodes
00:00 - Start
4:13 – New OMG Intro + Madeline
17:47 – First Impressions Roundtable
22:47 – Keyboard & Mouse vs Controller
26:05 – Jump Scares
27:33 – POV
30:14 – Atmosphere & Fear Discussion
39:35 – Gameplay Loop Breakdown
59:16 – Metroidvania Elements?
1:13:37 – Visuals & Performance
1:24:23 – Early Story Setup
1:26:00 – Karen Hair Discussion
1:38:54 – Final Thoughts

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We’ve finished Reanimal — and we have thoughts.

Tarsier Studios’ latest horror adventure builds an incredible world filled with disturbing creature design and tense atmosphere. But does it actually deliver on its co-op promise? And is it better than Little Nightmares?

In this full review, we break down:

• World and atmosphere
• The illusion of freedom and feeling funneled
• Co-op vs solo (and why we don’t recommend playing alone)
• Standout set pieces
• Narrative impact and ending theories
• Whether it’s worth the buy

One thing we agree on: Reanimal is almost incredible but ____________.

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We’re 3–4 hours into Reanimal — the new co-op horror adventure from Tarsier Studios — and we have thoughts.

Is this the true evolution of Little Nightmares?
Does co-op make it better?
And is this shaping up to be better than Little Nightmares?

This week we’re sharing our first impressions (spoiler light) with a full review coming next week.

00:00 – Start
02:03 – Housekeeping
14:08 – Opening Discussion & Expectations
52:49 – Easy Mode (Spoiler-Light Impressions)
1:05:41 – Normal Mode (Light Spoilers – First 3–4 Hours)
1:20:58 – Prediction Segment

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We finished The Wolf Among Us and broke down the final chapters of Telltale’s noir fairy-tale mystery.

We break down our biggest decisions from the final two episodes and discuss what we thought of the series as a whole. The ending left us with a lot to unpack, so we spend time talking through what it means, what worked for us, and where things felt unclear. We also look ahead at what a future entry could be, even with the very real development challenges the series has faced. Whether this was your first playthrough or a long-overdue return to Fabletown, Easy Mode or Expert, you belong in the conversation.

00:00 – Start
11:05 – Easy Mode – Spoiler-Free Review + Recap
28:55 – Normal Mode – Spoilers + Episode Breakdowns
53:50 – Themes: Government, Power & Corruption
1:59:38 – Expert Mode – What Do We Want in a Sequel?
2:12:00 – Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

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Welcome back to JK! Games!, where we bring you the gaming news and reviews we care about.
For the next few weeks, we’re playing through one game at a time in our Video Game Book Club, and this episode continues our playthrough of The Wolf Among Us.

Kayla is joined by her brother and returning guest host, Koleman, as they dive into Episode 2: Smoke & Mirrors and Episode 3: A Crooked Mile. 

0:00 — Start
9:17 — Easy Mode (Spoiler-Free)
15:20 — Normal Mode (Full Spoilers)

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Our Video Game Book Club is back, and we’re finally playing The Wolf Among Us.

In Part One of our VGBC series, we’re covering Episode 1: Faith, the opening chapter of Telltale’s iconic narrative adventure. We break down the game’s setup, worldbuilding, characters, and mechanics in a spoiler-free discussion before diving into full spoilers and story choices.
This episode is designed so you can play along with us over the next few weeks, whether it’s your first time or a long-overdue replay.

Timecodes
00:00 Intro – JK! Games & Video Game Book Club
02:00 Host & Guest Introductions
06:00 Housekeeping & What’s Ahead
12:30 Easy Mode – Who Are Telltale Games?
24:42 Normal Mode – Spoiler-Free Thoughts on Episode 1: Faith
43:02 EXPERT MODE – SPOILERS BEGIN
1:30:00 Final Thoughts & Are We Excited to Continue?

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This week we’re doing something a little different – we’re making the case for the Life Is Strange series. If you’ve ever been curious about these games but didn’t know where to start, this episode is for you.
For most of the show we stay completely spoiler-free, walking through what makes Life Is Strange special: its storytelling, themes, music, characters, and why it continues to resonate years later.
At the very end, we shift into full spoiler territory to talk about our predictions for the next entry in the series – which we now know is called Life Is Strange: Reunion. At the time of recording, we had no idea, so enjoy hearing how close (or wildly off) we ended up being.
Whether you’ve never touched the series or you’re already a fan, this is our love letter to one of gaming’s most unique franchises.

TIMECODES
00:00 - Start
06:15 – Housekeeping
09:26 – Episode Announcement
13:01 – Why You Should Play Life Is Strange
19:14 – Series Timeline & Core Themes
1:45:31 – Predictions for the Next Game (Spoilers)

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It’s a special birthday episode of JK! Games! and the perfect excuse to revisit Arcane — one of the best video game adaptations ever made.
Kayla and Jerica return to Arcane with fresh eyes, while Josh watches the series for the first time just for this episode. Instead of a full plot recap, we focus on how Arcane holds up years later, how it lands for someone new, and why it still sets the bar for video game adaptations.
We talk characters, themes, animation, emotional impact, and whether Arcane works even if you’ve never touched League of Legends.

Timecodes
00:00 Start
11:20 What Video Games Would Arcane Characters Play?
26:52 Josh’s First Watch Thoughts
29:18 Is Arcane Really a League of Legends Show?
33:01 Game Adaptations & Expectations
44:15 SPOILERS BEGIN
47:25 Characters & Relationships
1:12:21 Themes & World

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Instead of rattling off separate hype lists, we did something different.

This episode, we combined our most anticipated games of 2026 and beyond into one shared Top 10, built on overlap first and personal taste second.
If a game showed up on multiple lists, it ranked higher — and anything that didn’t make the cut landed in honorable mentions.

Let us know which game you’re most excited for — or which one you think we completely missed?

Timestamps

00:00:00 – Start
00:04:39 – Housekeeping
00:07:18 – Shared Top Picks
00:23:47 – Overlapping Anticipated Games
00:45:43 – Solo Picks

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2025 was an absolutely stacked year for indie games...so we brought friends.

This week on JK! Games, we’re joined by Emily and Kate from No Small Games to break down our Top 3 Indie Games of 2025. Each of us brings three picks, we go around the horn from third to first, and talk about why these games stood out in 2025.

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In this episode of JKG, Jerica, Josh, and Kayla take turns counting down the 10 games that shaped them as gamers — from childhood favorites to the experiences that defined our tastes, habits, and gaming personalities.
This isn’t a “best of all time” list — it’s a deeply personal draft covering the games that stuck with us and influenced our gaming tastes.

Whether you grew up on consoles, PC, handhelds, or all of the above, this episode is about the games that leave a mark — and why we still carry them with us.

JK! Games! is the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about, hosted by Jerica, Kayla, and Josh.
VGBC (Video Game Book Club) is our rotating deep-dive series focused on one game at a time — played together, discussed together, broken down one level at a time.

Timecodes
00:00:00 – Start
00:02:15 – Housekeeping
00:10:06 – Discussion Start

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Jerica played a Metroid game for the first time, so naturally she needed backup.
Josh and Jordan (aka Cognitive Clips) join me to break down our first impressions of Metroid Prime 4 Beyond, with Jordan bringing longtime Metroid knowledge and Josh coming in already "in the know" about the series.

We talk about:
– How it feels to jump into Metroid as a total newcomer
– What the game explains well vs. what it might expect from you
– Movement, atmosphere, and that classic Metroid vibe
– Whether Metroid Prime is a good entry point if you’ve never touched the franchise before
If you’ve ever looked at Metroid and thought “this looks cool but is it empty?”, this one’s for you.

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In this finale episode of our Dispatch Video Game Book Club, Jerica, Kayla, Josh, and Patrick dive into Episodes 7 & 8 with a full spoiler breakdown. We cover every major moment — the Invisigal confrontation, the emotional fallout, the Astral Pulse decision, the final showdown with Shroud, and how our endings differed.

We also look back on all eight episodes to discuss the choices that mattered most. Oh and we talk about what we would want from a Season 2!

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:03:39 – Housekeeping
00:11:28 – Josh’s Game
00:23:00 – Episode 7 Breakdown (Full Spoilers)
01:04:00 – Episode 8 Breakdown (Full Spoilers)
01:56:00 – Game-Wide Reflection (Now That It’s Complete)

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We’re in the second-to-last stretch of Dispatch, and Episodes 5 & 6 shift everything.

We discuss pacing, emotional build-up, gameplay tension, and then we break down the two major choices that define this part of the story — including how they changed how we see these characters going into the finale.

Timecodes:
00:06 – Intro
03:05 – Housekeeping
08:05 – Game: Real or AI
19:19 – Introduction & Context
23:38 – First Impressions (Spoiler-Free)
25:32 – Gameplay & Interactivity (Spoiler-Free)
37:48 – Spoiler Discussion (Episodes 5 & 6)
1:18:00 – Themes, Theories & Predictions (Heading into the Finale)
1:38:04 – Closing Thoughts

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Jerica, Kayla, and Josh dive into Dispatch Episodes 3 & 4 to unpack how this narrative thriller hit 1 million players in 10 days—plus our thoughts on gameplay, choices, and what’s next.

Timecodes:
0:00 – Start
6:45 – Introduction
12:48 – First Impressions
18:57 – Gameplay and Interactivity
35:45 – Spoiler Discussion
1:22:03 – Themes & Closing Thoughts

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In this episode of JK! Games!, Jerica, Kayla, and Josh dive into the tension-filled world of Dispatch for our latest Video Game Book Club series. We’re breaking down Episodes 1 and 2—covering our first impressions, gameplay reactions, and the choices that might have consequences? 

We start with our initial thoughts on Dispatch’s presentation and tone before diving into how its interactive mechanics impact the experience. Then, we move into full spoiler territory to unpack the story beats, key decisions, and theories for where the next episodes could go.

Timecodes:
00:00 – Intro
00:07:57 – First Impressions
00:23:12 – Gameplay and Interactivity
00:29:47 – Quick Time Events
00:37:17 – Spoiler Section: Story and Outcomes
00:42:57 – Superhero Games Tangent
01:15:07 – Themes, Theories, and Predictions
01:26:00 – Outro

JK! Games! is the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about, hosted by Jerica, Kayla, and Josh.
VGBC (Video Game Book Club) is our rotating deep-dive series focused on one game at a time—played together, discussed together, broken down one level at a time.

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In this episode of JK! Games!, Jerica and Kayla are joined by Patrick for the grand finale of our Silent Hill f Video Game Book Club. We’ve reached the end of the nightmare and we’re unpacking it all — gameplay, atmosphere, and story — before diving into a full spoiler discussion and review.
Silent Hill f left a lasting mark. We explore how the game captures the essence of the series while carving its own identity — and whether that ending truly landed.

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:04:54 – Intro
00:13:00 – Easy Mode: Overall Gameplay & Experience (Non-Spoiler)
00:32:20 – Scarecrow Puzzles and Gameplay Highlights
00:43:31 – Normal Mode: Atmosphere, Themes & Presentation
00:56:35 – Expert Mode: Story, Characters, and Spoilers
01:31:00 – Review Segment: The Final Verdict

JK! Games! is the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about, hosted by Jerica and Kayla.
VGBC (Video Game Book Club) is our rotating deep-dive series focused on one game at a time—played together, discussed together, broken down one level at a time.

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In this episode of JK! Games!, Jerica and Kayla return to the fog for Part 2 of our Silent Hill f Video Game Book Club series. We’re halfway through the nightmare and unpacking how the game’s story, pacing, and tone evolve as the world opens up.

We start with a discussion on the use of flowers in video games—and how Silent Hill f turns beauty into dread—then dive into our first impressions of Ghost of Yotei, before checking in on our current progress through Silent Hill f. Finally, we close out with an Expert Mode segment exploring how the game’s themes have impacted our experience.

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:08:58 – Flowers in Video Games
00:26:14 – Easy Mode: First Impressions of Ghost of Yotei
00:32:55 – Normal Mode: Silent Hill f Current Progress
00:55:22 – Expert Mode: Silent Hill f Themes and Connections

JK! Games! is the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about, hosted by Jerica and Kayla.
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In this episode of JK! Games!, Jerica, Kayla, and Josh dive into the haunted fog for Part 1 of our Silent Hill f Video Game Book Club series. Whether you're a longtime fan or a total newcomer to the franchise, this episode breaks down what actually makes a Silent Hill game feel like Silent Hill.
We start with a cursed icebreaker game (Josh’s "Fact or Farse"), then unpack the themes, tone, and environments that define the series. We also share our first impressions of Silent Hill f’s mechanics, pacing, and storytelling—and ask "IS SILENT HILL BACK?!'

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:06:50 – Icebreaker Game: Fact or Farse
00:20:30 – Easy Mode: What Makes Silent Hill… Silent Hill?
00:49:10 – Normal Mode: First Impressions of Silent Hill f
01:09:00 – Expert Mode: Thematic Deep Dive

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In this episode of JK! Games!, we're falling with our titans. Jerica, Kayla, Koleman, and Josh (aka HighScoreWeekly) return to finish our Titanfall 2 Video Game Book Club playthrough and deliver a deep-dive review of the campaign.
We start with a Titan loadout icebreaker game, reflect on what made this campaign hit hard in 2016 and now, and discuss traversal mechanics, boss fights and emotional beats.

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:03:57 – Icebreaker Game: Build Your Titan Loadout
00:28:15 – Easy Mode: What We’ve Been Playing
00:39:08 – Normal Mode: Spoiler-Free Titanfall 2 Review
00:48:40 – Expert Mode: Titanfall 2 Deep Dive
• Cooper & BT’s emotional arc
• Time travel mechanics
• Story beats, villains & mission design
• Should there be a Titanfall 3?
01:23:40 – Wrap-Up & Next Game Teas

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This week, we officially kick off our next Video Game Book Club title: Titanfall 2. Jerica, Kayla, and Koleman suit up for a deep dive into this critically beloved FPS — from its fast-paced movement and emotional storytelling to its unexpected ties to Apex Legends.
We also rewind to the original Titanfall to explain why we're starting with the sequel, touch on Respawn’s development choices, and unpack how this world became one of the most celebrated sci-fi shooter settings of the last decade.
Whether you're playing along for the first time or revisiting your BT memories, this episode is all about appreciating the details — from gunplay to skyboxes.

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:19:17 – Listener Fanfare: Titanfall 2 Love Letters
00:22:24 – Easy Mode: What We’ve Been Playing + Koleman’s Icebreaker
00:35:11 – Normal Mode: Titanfall 1 History & Why We're Starting With 2
00:49:13 – Expert Mode: Titanfall 2 First Impressions

We’re JK! Games! Podcast!
We bring you the gaming news and reviews we care about — and right now we’re playing through one game at a time with our official Video Game Book Club.
We pick a game, break it down week by week, and talk about everything from mechanics to heart-wrenching narratives — all through the lens of a book club… but with video games. And don’t worry, you don’t have to read anything (until there’s a dialogue wheel).
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This week on JK! Games! Jerica is joined by guest host Josh aka HighScoreWeekly for a deep dive into Whisper of the House — a cozy-but-creepy pixel art game that raised questions about where the line is drawn in the cozy genre.

We review the game’s atmosphere, story, and standout mechanics, then dive into a bigger conversation about "dark cozy" games: Can a game be cozy if it explores heavy topics like grief or death? Should content warnings be required? And does the genre need its own category like “cozy horror”?

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:12:22 – Listener Question of the Week
00:18:46 – Easy Mode: Jerica & Silksong
00:30:50 – A Chao Garden Inspired Game?
00:34:00 – Normal Mode: Whisper of the House Review
00:57:20 – Expert Mode: Can Cozy Be Dark?

JK! Games! is a gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about — and with our Video Game Book Club (VGBC), we dive deep into one game at a time. Whether you’re chasing every side quest or just here for the vibes, you belong in the conversation.

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In this episode of JK! Games!, we’re wrapping up our playthrough of Tiny Bookshop with our official Video Game Book Club review.

Jerica and Kayla break down the story, characters, shopkeeping systems, cozy atmosphere, and whether this indie delivers as a must-play for management game fans. We share our final verdicts, listener responses, and reveal our next Book Club pick.

JK! Games! is a gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about — and with our Video Game Book Club (VGBC), we dive deep into one game at a time. Whether you’re chasing every side quest or just here for the vibes, you belong in the conversation.

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:10:58 – Listener Question of the Week (Favorite Cozy/Management Game)
00:22:00 – Jerica on Silksong
00:33:30 – Normal Mode: Setting the Stage for Tiny Bookshop Review
00:44:20 – Expert Mode: Tiny Bookshop Review

Listener Question of the Week:
What cozy or management game has been your favorite and why?

Next Game:
Our next Video Game Book Club pick is Titanfall 2 — join us in Discord to play along!

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This week on JK! Games! we’re catching up on what we’ve been playing, talk about Gamescom, and diving into our very first impressions of Tiny Bookshop. Jerica and Kayla also talk about what games have been added to their backlogs of DOOM.

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:05:52 – Let’s Play a Game
00:30:39 – Backlog of Doom
00:41:54 – Normal Mode: Gamescom Predictions
00:52:24 – Expert Mode: Tiny Bookshop First Impressions

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In Part 6 of our Tears of the Kingdom Video Game Book Club, we’ve reached the end of our Hyrule adventure — We got close. Kayla’s still on her journey, but that won’t stop us from talking about the game’s biggest moments, how the final stretch plays out, and whether it all lands as a satisfying payoff.

We kick things off with our Emoji Game in Easy Mode before reading your answers to this week’s listener question: What’s a game that had the perfect payoff for you — whether it was a moment, a mission, or the entire ending? Then, we dig into our spoiler-friendly finale discussion, touching on emotional beats, standout gameplay, and the most surprising discoveries from our time in TOTK.

About JK! Games!
JK! Games! is the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about — and our signature Video Game Book Club (VGBC), where we pick one game to play together over several episodes. Whether you’re here for deep dives, casual vibes, or just to follow along at your own pace, you belong in our conversation.

Timecodes:
00:00:00 – Start
00:16:00 – Emoji Game
00:33:54 – Easy Mode
00:45:58 – Listener Question of the Week
00:58:30 – Expert Mode: TOTK Finale Discussion
01:22:00 – Wrap-Up & Farewell to TOTK

Next Game:
Tiny Bookshop

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In Part 5 of our Tears of the Kingdom Book Club, we’re deep enough into the game to start asking the tough questions… like, is this story actually working?

Kayla and Jerica catch up on their progress and explore how the game’s environmental design shapes the way you play. Then, we dive into a thoughtful — and maybe spicy — conversation about how the narrative is structured, whether it lands, and how non-linear storytelling might be doing more harm than good.

00:00:00 Start
00:16:00 Last Week’s Checkpoint
00:23:30 Easy Mode
00:34:00 TOTK Traversal and Environments
00:45:53 Story Flawed?

Checkpoint Completed:
– A third Sage companion
– 4+ more shrines (12+ total)
– Another Dragon Tear memory
– Bonus: Depths exploration begins

Listener Question of the Week:
“What is more important to you: gameplay or story — and why?”
We read your answers and unpack where we stand.

Next Checkpoint (Part 6):
Finish the game. No pressure.

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In Part 4 of our Tears of the Kingdom Book Club, we wrapped up a second Regional Phenomena and brought another Sage into the squad. Kayla’s sharpening her combat skills, and Jerica dives deeper into what makes this open world experience truly stand out from the rest.

Timecodes:
00:00 Start
08:40 Easy Mode
34:15 Normal Mode
58:00 Expert Mode

Checkpoint Completed:
– Another Sage companion
– 4+ more shrines
– Another Dragon Tear memory

Next Checkpoint (Part 5):
– A third Sage companion
– 4+ additional shrines
– One more Dragon Tear memory
– Bonus: Try to buy a house and… Jerica is definitely going to catch the biggest horse in the game. Not kill. Definitely not kill.

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In Part 3 of our Tears of the Kingdom Video Game Book Club, we reached our first Regional Phenomena, recruited a Sage companion, knocked out a handful of shrines, and uncovered our first Dragon Tear memory.

This week we dig into what makes combat in TOTK actually feel good, the magic behind its environmental storytelling, and how the game keeps surprising us. Kayla got zapped by lightning. Jerica may or may not be preparing to slay a dragon. Spiritually. Maybe literally.

Checkpoint Completed:
– First Regional Phenomena
– One Sage companion
– 4–8 shrines
– One Dragon Tear memory

Next Checkpoint (Part 4):
– Another Sage companion
– 4+ more shrines
– Another Dragon Tear memory

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We’ve landed. In this episode of JK! Games! Book Club, we’ve officially completed our first checkpoint in Tears of the Kingdom — and Hyrule is opening it's butthole wide for us.

We discuss reaching Lookout Landing, unlocking the Skyview Tower, getting the Paraglider, and choosing our first steps in the open world. We also share our reactions to returning characters like Purah and Robbie, how this sequel builds on Breath of the Wild, and what new mechanics and mysteries have already hooked us.

This episode sets the stage for the real adventure ahead, and we announce next week’s checkpoint — tackling our first Regional Phenomena (Rito, Zora, Goron, or Gerudo). Pick your path and play along with us!

Checkpoint just completed:

Finish the Great Sky Island
Reach Lookout Landing
Unlock the Skyview Tower + Paraglider
Talk to Purah and Robbie

Next week’s checkpoints:
1. Complete one of the four Regional Phenomena questlines
2. Complete 8 Shrines
3. Find a Dragon Tear memory

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JK! Games! is back—and we’re kicking things off with a brand-new format.

In this episode, we officially launch our video game book club with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. We catch up after our podcast hiatus (and time spent deep in The Last of Us coverage over on ClickerBait), and share what this new chapter of JK! Games! is all about.

We reflect on our personal history with the Zelda franchise, break down our first impressions of TOTK’s gameplay, powers, and early worldbuilding, and set our very first book club checkpoint so listeners can play along with us.

This week’s checkpoint: Complete the Great Sky Island tutorial and reach Lookout Landing.

Whether you’re revisiting Hyrule or jumping in for the first time, there’s a place for you in the JK! Games! Book Club. Join us every week as we play through one game at a time—together.

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We’re Back! JK! Games! Returns with a New Format 
After a 4-month break (thanks to our ClickerBait takeover 👀), we’re back with a brand new JK! Games! episode — and we’ve got some exciting updates to share.

In this episode, we catch up on what we’ve been up to, talk about our time covering The Last of Us Season 2 on our podcast ClickerBait, and reveal the future of JK! Games!...

We’re turning JK! Games! into a video game book club!
That’s right — we’re still covering the news and reviews we care about, but the heart of the show will now center around one featured game at a time. Whether you’re playing along with us or revisiting an old favorite, this is your chance to join the conversation.

We announced our first game this episode and shared our vision for how this new format will bring our community together to share thoughts, memories, and hot takes as we play through games together.

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Join our Discord to submit your thoughts, questions, or spicy opinions while we play through our featured games:
👉 https://discord.gg/P3NaGwQh (Look for the Drop-in Drop-out server — we have a JK! Games! Book Club section there!)

📺 Catch us live on Twitch for recording sessions, game nights, and more:
👉 twitch.tv/jkgamespodcast

🔗 Don’t forget to follow us everywhere @JKGamesPodcast and check out our ClickerBait recap of The Last of Us Season 2 if you missed it!

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Jerica and Kayla talk about their first impressions of #splitfiction and for Expert Mode this week, we talk about our experiences with playing Co-op Games. We also talk a little about #thelastofushbo and that #deathstranding news!

00:00:00 Start
00:04:40 Stream announcement!
00:09:40 Easy Mode - What we playing?
00:24:25 Normal Mode - No more #tlou and #deathstranding2 is coming out this JUNE?!
00:48:25 Expert Mode - Split Fiction and Co-op Games!

Follow us @JKGamesPodcast on Twitter, Instagram, FB, and Bluesky!  Also, we wouldn't be content creators without a TikTok. Let us know what you think of the show and share ideas on what content you would like to see next! Also email us at jkgamespodcast@gmail.com for questions, comments, or corrections! You all are amazing and thanks for listening!

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This week Jerica is joined by Josh aka  @HighscoreWeekly  to discuss latest games they've been playing like #wanderstop and #monsterhunterwilds  Normal mode and Expert mode is sorta blended into the same topic but you should enjoy the conversation about #liveservicegames  

00:00:00 Start
00:10:30 Easy Mode - What have we been playing/Monster Hunter Wilds
00:44:10 Expert Mode - Let's Talk About Live Service Games

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We played more of #lostrecordsbloomandrage and are excited to share more thoughts. We haven't finished yet but so we will keep story spoilers very light. We are going to talk about #episodicgames this episode. What makes them great and what makes them not great? We asked you what your favorites are and guess what? We share that too.

00:00:00 Start
00:12:40 Easy Mode - What have we been playing?
00:20:15 Normal Mode - News topics we care about.
00:32:13 Expert Mode - Lost Records Boom and Rage no major story spoilers!

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This week we talk about those new video games that came out this month and beyond. We also dive into the #stateofplay and is #playstation in a healthy place? 

Yes, we played #avowed maybe we talk about it?

00:00:00 Start
00:12:00 Easy Mode (Avowed First Impressions)
00:40:25 Normal Mode
01:03:00 Expert Mode

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Jerica and Kayla are once again revisiting their unholy Backlogs of Doom. Our Backlogs of Doom include any games we've started playing and for some reason just quit playing. Are there any we are going to add or remove from our lists?! Tune in to find out!

00:00:00 Start
00:01:00 Animal sounds
00:04:25 DIDO
00:08:00 Jerica KFGD
00:15:25 ClickerBait
00:17:30 Easy Mode
00:32:30 Normal Mode
00:44:40 Expert Mode Backlog of Doom

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This week we talk all about where those xbox games going?! Also There's a new Switch. Yeah we got a little behind.

00:07:10 Easy Mode
00:29:08 Normal Mode
00:43:50 Expert Mode

Hey we have joined forces with 6 others to form a new Podcast Show called..
Drop in Drop Out! Take a look for our first new episode out now! LINK

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This week Jerica is joined by @cognitiveclips to talk about their fav games from a "few" years back.

00:12:32 Easy Mode
00:34:15 Expert Mode

Hey we have joined forces with 6 others to form a new Podcast Show called..
Drop in Drop Out! Take a look for our first new episode out now! LINK

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What games are we excited to play this year?! Also we talk about that 37 second long HBO TLOU trailer.

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JK! Games! is joined by @highscoreweekly to discuss his time with Infinity Nikki and Secret Level. Josh brings his perspective on how playing Infinity Nikki has been a refreshing experience.

To hear more about video game music follow @Highscoreweekly HERE

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Jerica and Kayla discuss their highlights from TGA's. A few things caught their eyes....

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