X Button Gaming: Recent Episodes
Kris Perry
Do you like video games? Well since you are here you probably do! Here at the X Button Gaming podcast we discuss all kinds of different video game subjects, both retro and modern, and lots of talk on game collecting! Come join the fun!
Thank you for tuning into episode 64 of the X Button Gaming podcast! For episode 64 we are talking about the N64, again! This time we discuss the most valuable and potentially most rare games for the system! Let us know what you thought of the episode in the comments on social media or join the Discord!
Thanks for tuning into episode 63! In this episode we keep it chill and just talk about a few of the games we've been playing lately. Come and listen and let us know what you've been playing on the Discord!
What's up everyone! Thank you for tuning into episode 62! There have been a lot of video game showcases the last few weeks, and none were better then the Nintendo Direct! Come listen as Hanna, Jimi, Rodney and I discuss some of our favorite announcements from the last few weeks, and breakdown the Nintendo Direct! Let us know your thoughts in the comments on Instagram, X or join the Discord!
Thanks for tuning into episode 61! In this episode James and Jarret join me and we discuss our personal top 10 lists for the N64. We had a ton of fun recording this episode and honestly, it shows in the length. Please let us know what you think of the episode on social media or on the Discord! And make sure to share your favorite N64 games with us!
Thanks for tuning in for episode 60! In this episode Jaiden and I discuss some of our recent pickups and then discuss what kind of game collector we feel we are! Take a listen and let us know what kind of collector you are in the comments on Instagram, X or join the Discord!
Thank you for tuning into episode 59! February ended with a bang this year with the release of FF7 Rebirth! It was easily one of my most anticipated game releases in awhile and I loved playing through it! In this episode, Ally and Gary join me in discussing our thoughts on the game! There are spoilers in this episode so if you haven't finished it, it may be best to come back later! Make sure to follow X Button Gaming on Instagram, X or join the Discord to join the discussion!
Thanks for tuning into episode 58 of the X Button Gaming podcast!
In this episode James and I prepare for Star Wars week by talking about some of the more obscure Star Wars games that have come out over the years! Have you played any of these games? Let us know in the comments on Instagram, X or join the Discord! And as always, thanks for listening!
Thank you for tuning into episode 57 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode come and listen as a few Poindexter's reminisce about one of my favorite game series, Toejam & Earl! We had a lot of fun talking about these games and hope you enjoy listening! And if you haven't, go play Toejam and Earl Back in the Groove!
Welcome to episode 56 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode Rhyan, James, Rodney and myself sit down to talk about the video game vinyl scene with. Come listen and learn the ins and outs! And remember to join the discord if you have any thoughts or questions!
Thanks for tuning into episode 55! For this collectors edition episode James, Jaiden and I sit down and talk about the ten currently most valuable 360 games. We also talk about some games we feel are worth picking up and talk about our recent pickups! Let us know what 360 games you think are must own in the comments on the Instagram, X or join the Discord!
Thanks for tuning into episode 54 of the X button Gaming podcast! In this episode we discuss the recent Nintendo Partner Direct. Come listen to our thoughts on some of these games and make sure to tell us what you think in in the comments on Instagram or join the conversation on the Discord!
Thank you for tuning into episode 53 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode my guest Melaina joins me to talk about the game Fall Guys! She gives us some insight into how the game is doing these days, and how it is to have a YouTube channel for the game! And make sure to check out her YouTube channel, Melainakiss to see some of her content. And remember, to always press X to continue!
Thanks for tuning into episode 52! In this episode Rodney, Alex and I talk about some of our favorite console launches over the years! Let us know what you think of this episode in the Pictochat room! And make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram, X or Tik Tok!
Thank you for tuning into episode 51 of the podcast! In this episode my friend and new guest Kyle and I look back at the game releases in 2023 and talk about just how massive a year it was in gaming. We also discuss some of our favorite games from the year! I hope you enjoy and make sure to let us know your thoughts on Instagram or Twitter!
Thanks for tuning into episode 50 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode, James, Jaiden and I recap the collecting goals that we talked about at the beginning of the year and see how we did! Come listen and make sure to let us know what some of your favorite pickups in 2023 were!
What's going on everyone! In episode 49 of the podcast we have another Collector's Edition episode. And in this episode, we talk about a subject that is slightly different than normal, we are talking about Pokémon card collecting. Pokémon cards, and TCG's in general, are something that a lot of gamers end up getting in to. Come listen as we talk about some of the history of Pokémon cards, some of our favorite cards and memories and some of the most valuable! Enjoy the episode and remember to follow us on the socials and join the conversation!
Thank you for tuning into episode 48 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode Christian from the Bird Dog Gaming YouTube channel and the Unlockable Podcast joins me to talk about full set collecting of for consoles! Come listen to our thoughts on set collecting and as we talk about some of our recent pickups! Enjoy the episode and remember to follow X Button Gaming on Instagram or join the Discord!
What's going on everyone! Thank you for tuning into episode 47 of the X Button Gaming podcast! With the release of Super Mario Wonder the day this episode goes live, Joel, James and I decide to take some time and create a combined ranking of the Mario 2D platformers. Where is your favorite entry on our list? Let us know your thoughts on the list we come up with, and let us know what your list would look like in the Instagram comments or on the X Button Gaming Discord!
Thanks for joining us for episode 46 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode, we are getting cozy! Come listen as Hanna, Kristine, Jasmine and I discuss cozy gaming! Cozy gaming is becoming more well known, but many may still wonder, what exactly is cozy gaming? Or maybe you've thought, I really want to get cozy with gaming but I don't know where to start! Well then, this episode is for you! Come listen and learn about cozy gaming! Then feel free to chime in on Instagram with what your favorite cozy games are!
Welcome to episode 45! In this episode we have a local video game shop owner joining us! Wes from Kollector's Haven joins us to talk about what its like running a video game and hobby store, answers our questions, and just talks gaming with us! Come and listen and let us know what you think! And if you are ever in the greater Seattle area, make sure to check out the awesome Kollector's Haven! And as always, remember to check us out on Instagram or join the Discord!
Thank you for tuning into episode 44 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode James, Jaiden and I discuss are recent video game pick ups, some recent news, and talk about the PSP! The PSP is a great console, and now is the time to collect for it! Thank you for listening and remember to like and follow us wherever you listen!
Ok so maybe not that long of wait. But after what felt like forever without Nintendo even acknowledging the existence of Mario RPG, we are finally getting a remake! And in episode 43 we talk about this game we love and how happy we are to finally be getting a remake of it after all these years. We also discuss a little bit of the RPGs Mario starred in after his first RPG adventure. As always, thanks for listening and remember to follow us on social media or join the Discord!
Thanks for tuning into episode 42 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this collectors edition episode, we spent quite a lot of time talking about our recent pick ups, we've had a busy summer! Then we talk about some of the things we have our eyes on for future purchases and some of our best finds we have picked up in the wild! Let us know your thoughts on the episode on the socials!
Thanks for tuning into episode 41 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode my friend Alex and I talk about the Kingdom Hearts series! We talk about the different games in the series, where they fall into the timeline, some favorite moments, what we hope to see from Kingdom Hearts 4, and much more! Let us know what you thought about the episode on Instagram, Twitter or join the Discord!
Thanks for tuning into episode 40 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode I have two new guests join me. Tristan and Gabe talk with me on this episode on some of their earliest gaming memories, gaming with kids and what some of their favorite games of all time are! Thanks for listening and remember you can always let us know what you think of the episodes on Instagram, Twitter or join the Discord!
What's up everyone! Thank you for tuning into this special expansion pack episode of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode my friend and frequent co-host James, leads a discussion with Rodney and Alex about some of their favorite things about TotK! James ended up taking charge on this one since at the time of the recording of this I still hadn't actually played the game yet, but have since played it quite a bit. Please let us know your thoughts and feedback as well as what you are enjoying, or not enjoying, in the newest entry to the Zelda franchise! Enjoy!
Thank you for tuning into episode 39 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this collectors edition episode we talk about some of our recent pick ups, some of the things we have our eye on, and the path that led to being collectors like we are now! Then we wrap it all up with new segment where we play a game guessing values of some different games! Let us know what you think of the episode and remember you can follow us on the socials!
Thanks for tuning into this expansion pack episode of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode I'm trying something new. I finished Jedi Survivor, and felt like talking about it. So I thought, why not do a mini review of the game! So come listen as I talk about what I thought of Jedi Survivor! This episode is mostly spoiler free story wise, but I do discuss a lot about the game so keep that in mind before you listen! After you listen, let me know what you think of this type of episode! And let me know what you thought of the game either in the comments on Instagram or Twitter or join the Discord!
Thanks for tuning into the longest episode! In episode 38 Joel, Jaiden, James and I talk about some of our gaming hot takes/unpopular opinions! We had a lot of fun recording this episode so I hope you all enjoy it! Let us know what you thought on Instagram or Twitter!
Thanks for joining for episode 37! As the episode was recorded on May 4th, what better way to celebrate Star Wars day then with a Star Wars episode! So come join Jalen, Avery and I as we talk about some of our favorite Star Wars memories, games and a little bit about the newest game, Jedi Survivor! Let us know your thoughts on Instagram or Twitter!
Thanks for tuning in for episode 36! I'm sure at 36+ episodes, everyone knows I like Pokémon. It felt like it was time to finally have a Pokémon centric episode! In this episode James, Jordan, Jalen, Carter and I talk about competitive Pokémon, what we like about it and why we think others should give it a try if they haven't! We also talk about the recent opportunity the four of them had to go to a Pokémon regionals event locally and what it was like! If you have any questions about competitive Pokémon or anything else, feel free to reach out to me on Instagram, Twitter or Discord!
Thanks for joining us for episode 34 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode my Collectors Edition co-host Jimi and I discuss 10 of the most rare and/or valuable Wii U games. With the closure of the Wii U eShop coming within a few days of the posting of this episode, we felt it was a good time to go over the Wii U's more pricey games in its library. We also talk about some of our recent game collecting pick ups and some of the items we have our eyes on! Once again, thanks for listening and remember you can follow us on Instagram, Twitter or join the X Button Gaming Discord!
Thanks for tuning in for episode 33 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode I have the Darby brothers on! Come and join as Rodney, Allen, Alleque and I discuss the pros and cons of "Games as a Service". We talk about some of our favorites, some of the real misses over the years, and just have a lot of laughs along the way! As always, feel free to let let us know your thoughts on Instagram, Twitter or Discord! And make sure to give us a follow!
Thanks for tuning in to episode 32 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode we discuss the Nintendo Switch Online service, some of the history of Nintendo's Virtual Console, and talk about the recent games added with the addition of the Game Boy and Game Boy Advance to the NSO. Let us know what you think of the episode on Instagram, Twitter, or feel free to join the Discord! And remember to always press x to continue!
Nintendo Direct!!! I think we all get super excited for a new direct, and this one was top tier! Come and listen and Hanna, James, Alex and myself talk about the direct and some of the announcements we are most excited for! Follow us on Instagram or Twitter and let us know your thoughts!
Hey all! Thanks for tuning in to episode 31 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! Did you have a Wii U? The Wii U may be Nintendo's "failed" follow up to the Wii, that would prove as the inspiration to what was to come with the Switch. But that didn't stop some of us from loving a lot that this console had to offer including some truly great games. Come listen and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter!
Thanks for tuning into episode 30 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode James, Jaiden and I discuss our recent gaming pickups, some recent news and our game collecting goals for 2023! We will do a follow up episode at the end of the year to see how we did! Let us know what you thought of the episode on Instagram, Twitter or join the Discord!
Thanks for joining us for episode 29! In this episode we discuss some of the history of Sonic the Hedgehog! We focus just on the main series releases in this episode. It was fun doing the research and learning more about the games as we prepared this episode, and we hope you enjoy it! And as always, remember you can follow X Button Gaming on Instagram, Tik Tok or Twitter!
2022 is coming to a close! Join James, Hanna and myself for episode 28 of the X Button Gaming podcast as we talk our game of the year, some of our favorite gaming moments from 2022, and what we are looking forward to in 2023! As always, make sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok and join our Discord to continue the gaming discussions!!
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet were recently released and I gathered together some of my fellow Pokemaniacs to talk about it! We talk about some of our favorite new features, new Pokemon, some of its flaws and give our reviews at the end! Thanks for listening, and make sure to check me out and Instagram, Twitter or join the Discord!
Thanks everyone for tuning in to episode 27 of the X Button Gaming podcast! This episode also marks the one year anniversary of the podcast! Thank you all so much for your continued support!
In this episode we are talking about the 10 most rare and valuable 3DS games. We also talk about some of our favorite 3DS console variants and some of our recent pick ups! Let us know what game from the top 10 list you want most and what your favorite 3DS variant is on our Instagram!
Thanks for tuning in to episode 26 of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode Jarret, Jordan and myself talk about some of our favorite memories with the Mario Kart franchise! I hope you enjoy! Feel free to join the fun video game discussions on our Instagram, Twitter or Discord!
Thanks for tuning in to episode 25(not 24 like I say in the episode) of the X Button Gaming Podcast! In this episode, I have Nic and Ally from the Mixed: Taped, Feelings and Drinks podcast here to talk about... Video game movies! Everyone has seen at least one video game movie right? Well despite what you thought of that one, the majority... aren't great. In this episode we talk about some of the ones we have seen, both the ones we did and didn't like! Enjoy the episode and let us know what you think on our social media!
Thanks for tuning into episode 24! In this episode my guest Jaiden and I talk about the Nintendo Direct from 9/12/22 and the Tony Hawk franchise! Come take a listen and let us know what you think on the socials!
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What We're Playing (Jaiden) - 9:55
What We're Playing (Kris) - 14:35
News - 23:12
Main Topic - 1:06:40
Its that time of a year again... time for PAX! Come join Hanna, James, Alex and myself as we talk about our first PAX, some of our favorite memories from PAX through the years and a bunch more! Thanks for tuning in and feel free to reach out to us with any thoughts, questions or recommendations!
What We're Playing (James) - 1:32
What We're Playing (Hanna) - 6:34
What We're Playing (Alex) - 13:20
What We're Playing (Kris) - 18:08
News - 23:25
Main Topic - 34:00
In this episode, Alex, Justin and I talk about video game art! And honestly the conversation evolves a lot into how video games are an art form. I hope you all enjoy it, and please let us know any feedback or thoughts on Instagram!
Thanks for tuning in to the X Button Gaming Podcast everyone! In this episode my fellow collector James and I discuss some of the current most rare and valuable games for the Nintendo Switch. Let us know your thoughts!
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1 Ups and Pick Ups - 1:30
I've got My Eye on You - 20:50
News - 33:20
Main Topic - 50:00
Any guesses what this episode is about? Come listen as Nathan and talk about racing games, including a little bit of history on the genre! Remember to follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Tik Tok and join in the fun!
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What We're Playing (Nathan) - 1:35
What We're Playing (Kris) - 12:52
News - 17:54
Main Topic - 34:40
Thanks for tuning into episode 19 of the X Button Gaming podcast! Come join my friend Jarret and I as we discuss some of our favorite memories of that early transition from the Wii U to the Switch, and some hopes and speculations for the future Switch successor! Remember to follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Tik Tok and join in the fun!
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What We're Playing (Jarret) - 2:30
What We're Playing (Kris) - 10:50
News - 28:30
Main Topic - 44:40
Thanks for tuning into episode 18 of the X Button Gaming podcast! Come listen as we discuss all the different aspects of puzzle games! We discuss some of the different sub genres in the puzzle game world, and some of our favorites! Let us know what your favorite puzzle game is!
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What We're Playing (Joel) - 2:00
What We're Playing (Kris) - 10:27
News - 26:50
Main Topic - 34:01
Thanks for tuning in to episode 17 of the X Button Gaming podcast! In this episode my friend Avery and I talk about the sports genre of video games. I'm not a huge fan of sports in general, but I do have some fond memories with some sports games! Come listen to the episode and let us know if what your favorite sport game is!
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What We're Playing (Avery) - 3:58
What We're Playing (Kris) - 13:18
News - 26:50
Main Topic - 37:20
Thanks for joining for episode 16! In this episode I have the chance to talk to Darin and his son Kieren about what it's like to be two generations of gamers and some of their favorite memories! Enjoy!
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What We're Playing (Kieren) - 3:24
What We're Playing (Darin) - 10:09
What We're Playing (Kris) - 18:23
News - 27:01
Main Topic - 37:01
In this episode we talk about some of the most valuable games on the Nintendo GameCube! Come join and see if maybe you have one of these games hidden in your closet! Feel free to let us know your thoughts or if there are any topics you'd like to hear us discuss in the future!
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1Ups and Pick Ups - 3:42
I've Got My Eye on You - 18:25
News - 29:43
Main Topic - 37:38
Come join us as I talk with Hanna about some of her favorite games and some of her experiences being a gamer!
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What We're Playing (Hann) - 1:34
What We're Playing (Kris) - 19:46
News - 29:37
Main Topic - 48:20
In this episode we discuss handheld gaming. From the Game Boy to the Switch, come listen to the conversation! Let us know what your favorite handheld console is!
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What We're Playing (Eric) - 3:35
What We're Playing (Kris) - 15:54
News - 22:03
Main Topic - 43:21
With the recent announcement of the closure of the 3DS and Wii U eShop, we decided to take a trip down memory lane. Join us as we reminisce on our time with both consoles. We also talk about some of our favorite eShop exclusive games, and many we don't have yet but plan on getting before the shop closes and they could be gone forever! If you have any titles that you feel are must plays, please let us know!!
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Wii U Memories - 2:39
3DS Memories - 13:13
Games to Buy - 21:51
We all have those video game moments that blew us away.. in this episode we talk about the evolutions and revolutions in gaming and some of our favorite memories!
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What We're Playing (Caleb) - 1:43
What We're Playing (Kris) - 8:03
News - 19:38
Main Topic - 42:19
In this episode why discuss VR Gaming. Let us know about some of your favorite VR games!
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What We're Playing (Alex) - 2:12
What We're Playing (Kris) - 7:03
News - 17:17
Main Topic - 35:30
In this episode I have the opportunity to chat with someone who really isn't much of a gamer. Makes for a fun learning experience for us both! Hope you enjoy!
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What We're Playing (Ethan) - 2:40
What We're Playing (Kris) - 8:03
News - 12:45
Main Topic - 44:16
In this episode we discuss what we are looking forward to and our thoughts on some of the games from this Nintendo Direct!
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Main Topic - 1:39
In this expansion episode we talk about our time spent with Pokemon Legends Arceus and our thoughts on the game!
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History With Pokémon - 1:20
Main Topic - 10:50
Yea you know me! Get the reference? Ok yes it was lame. Anyways NFT talk is everywhere these days so in this episode we spend some time talking about how they are impacting and may impact the video game world!
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What We're Playing (Jordan) - 6:43
What We're Playing (Kris) - 19:12
News - 34:54
Main Topic - 55:46
Everyone loves music! Video game music can easily take you right back to a moment or can incite feelings in this episode we talk about some of our favorite video game songs and soundtracks. Thanks for listening!
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What We're Playing (Rodney) - 4:25
What We're Playing (Kris) - 14:24
News - 25:20
Main Topic - 45:52
Do you have fond memories of going and dropping tons of quarters on your favorite games at arcades? So do we! In this episode we talk about some of our favorite arcade games and memories. Hope you enjoy!
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What We're Playing (Justin) - 1:44
What We're Playing (Kris) - 12:42
News - 26:42
Main Topic - 48:44
Do you have a passion towards collecting? Well if so this may be the episode for you as we talk about our love of collecting things we enjoy, especially games!
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What We're Playing (James) - 1:43
What We're Playing (Kris) - 11:23
News - 14:38
Main Topic - 40:28
In this episode we go over the events of the 2021 Game Awards!
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What We're Playing (Alex) - 2:16
What We're Playing (Kris) - 13:15
Main Topic - 18:44
In this episode we talk about the "Rogue" genre of gaming, including what some of our favorite Roguelikes/lites are!
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What We're Playing (Nick) - 2:06
What We're Playing (Kris) - 4:17
News- 12:23
Main Topic - 13:06
In this episode, Alex and I talk about some of our favorite games and memories with the Sega Dreamcast. Enjoy!
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What We're Playing (Alex) - 1:45
What We're Playing (Kris) - 10:13
News - 20:06
Main Topic - 23:28
In this episode we talk about the recent PlayStation State of Play, the Animal Crossing Direct and the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion!
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What We're Playing (Alex) - 1:35
What We're Playing (Kris) - 5:40
PlayStation State of Play - 13:31
Animal Crossing Direct- 29:03
Main Topic - 32:56
My friend Alex and I talk about what we're playing, Sora in Smash and the difference between remakes and remasters, plus what some of our favorites are!
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What We're Playing (Alex) - 0:58
What We're Playing (Kris) - 11:31
News - 18:58
Main Topic - 24:04
Hello and thanks for checking out my Podcast! This episode is just a little introduction to what X Button Gaming is about.