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Jump Crouch
Jump Crouch is an irregular podcast focusing on games... and stuff. Hosted by Aaron McNair, Kevin McNair and Orrin Luc.
http://jumpcrouch.com/
Join us as we dive into the surprise release of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black. We explore how this remaster stacks up against its predecessors and whether its combat still holds up against today's action games. The crew speculates about the future of the series and what a potential Ninja Gaiden 4 might bring. Plus, Orrin shares his thoughts on Sniper Elite: Resistance. Finally, some news about the podcast in 2025. Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
The Jumpies, our 2024 games of the year.Time Stamps:0:40 - A Tribute to David Lynch 5:00 - Kicking off the Awards8:00 - First Category: Best Character 14:50 - Best Style and Art Direction23:35 - Best Level Design29:15 - Best DLC32:30 - Best Music40:50 - Best Weapon (Unofficially sponsored by B.J. Blazkowicz)46:10 - Best Non-gaming thing 48:10 - Best Puzzles53:30 - Biggest Surprise1:00:30 - Best Game Feel1:07:50 - Games we wish we had more time with1:11:30 - Our favorite games of the year from another year1:14:15 - Recapping all the category winners!1:16:50 - Guessing each other’s top three games of 20241:25:35 - Revealing our Personal Top 10s1:43:00 - Recapping our Personal Top 10s1:45:28 - Making the final top ten list2:04:50 - Revealing our game of the year and the final top ten2:10:40 - The Final List 2:11:27 - Revisiting our top three guesses2:15:00 - Predictions for 2025Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
Madeline Stanley (@madexposure on X) joins Aaron and Orrin to dive into their favorite films of 2024! Tune in for our yearly wrap-up as we share the movies that wowed us, surprised us, and left a lasting impression this year. We each share our top five movies of the year, including some honorable mentions.Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
Aaron, Kevin, Orrin, and Mike attended the Game Awards, and we’re here to share our thoughts! We dive into what excited us most, the awards we felt were truly well-deserved, and why we’re absolutely hyped for the new Ninja Gaiden game. Plus, we had the chance to meet some amazing people in the industry, including the game director from Baldur's Gate 3, the storytellers behind Diablo IV, journalists from GameSpot, and even the legendary Video Game Dunkey
Nic Grasso (@nickygra97) joins us to talk Silent Hill 2, Alan Wake 2 DLC, and remake fatigue. 0:00 - Intro7:30 - Silent Hill 2 Remake non-spoiler review48:30 - Alan Wake 2 Lake House DLC review57:00 - Kevin gives his quick thoughts on the Vampire Survivors Castlevania dlc, Clock Tower Rewind, and Red Dead 1 on PC1:10:45 - Aaron is watching Twin Peaks: The Return and gives his initial thoughts1:28:45 - Topic of The Show: Do we all have “Remake Fatigue” in 2024?1:55:00 - Orrin went to a film festival, Nick watched some new movies, and more film recs from Kevin and AaronJoin the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
1:00- Silent Hill 2 Remake impressions15:30- Our video game industry report card18:30- Sony report card53:00- Xbox report card1:17:00- Nintendo report card1:34:00- PC Report Card1:50:30- Video Game industry general report cardJoin the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron & Zac - x.com/ZC_FRZROriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Sida (@Sida6666) joins us and we decide once and for all what are the best games of the first half of the 2020's. There can be only one (or 10). 4:00 - we reveal our personal top tens1:59:20 - we summarize our personal top tens2:02:00 - debating the top ten games of the decade so far2:40:30 - revealing the top ten games of the decade so farJoin the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron, Sida @Sida6666Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week Zack stops by and we cover the games we might have missed this summer. 6:30 - Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess review18:00 - Discussing the new Doom remasters35:30 - Anger Foot review43:30 - Fallen Aces impressions46:30 - Felvidek review52:40 - Selaco review update1:07:30 - LXD Red Honey review1:11:30 - Dread: Delusion discussion1:18:00 - We rant about the dire state of streaming1:24:30 - Personal Recs (including a stealth review of Furiosa)Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron & Zac - https://x.com/ZC_FRZROriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Nic Grasso stops by and we talk about our favorite games of the year so far, along with other favorite non-gaming things. 7:20 - Our favorite games of 2024 so far1:04:00 - Our favorite non-gaming things of 2024Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Mike joins the gang as we go all in on the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. A lengthy spoiler-free review, followed by a spoiler section at the end. 7:00- Shadow of the Erdtree non-spoiler review 46:30- Shadow of the Erdtree SPOILER discussion 1:21:00- quick reviews of I Saw the TV Glow, Indika, and more!Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron
Elden Ring is back baby! Also, Senua's Saga: Hellblade II review from, Aaron let's chatgpt 4o DM his Dungeons and Dragons, and Kevin finally admits that Doom Eternal is the best doom game.
In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the post-apocalyptic world of the original 1997 Fallout game. Come along as we chat about the history and lasting impact of this iconic RPG with Mike, Aaron, and Zach. Mike and Aaron can’t get enough of it and will tell us all about why they love it, while Zach has some mixed feelings that make for an interesting discussion. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious about the game, we’ve got a fascinating look back at a classic that changed the genre forever.
This Week: A Special Dive into SKALD: Against the Black Priory!Join Aaron as he sits down with Anders from High North Studios for an in-depth discussion about the creation of the game, "SKALD: Against the Black Priory." The conversation covers the intricacies of game development as they explore Anders' extensive history with the CRPG genre, his unique approach to game design, balancing the old with the new, choosing the right color palettes, crafting a narrative for immersive world-building, making your own engine scratch, and the game's roots in tabletop gaming.Get SKALD: Against the Black Priory on Steam and GOG:SteamGOGFollow Anders and join the SKALD community on X @SkaldRpg & SkaldRPG.com for more behind-the-scenes content and updates.Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews! https://discord.gg/GzYxsRMp
Episode 108 - Horizon Forbidden West, Maniac, and the games that we always have installed by Jump Crouch
Episode 107 FF7 Rebirth, Helldivers, Unicorn Overlord, & Penny’s Big Breakaway by Jump Crouch
Episode 106 - Pacific Drive, Dark Forces: Remastered, Tekken 8, & Stalker on console by Jump Crouch
This week we managed to only mention God of War Ragnarok 3 times. Yay, team! Also, Garrett stopped by to help us celebrate 100 episodes. We discuss Super Mario Wonder, Baldur’s Gate 3, The Talos Principle 2, Alan Wake 2, Baba is You, Sea of Stars, Resident Evil 4: Separate Ways, and Teardown. Finally, we discuss the Game Awards nomination and weigh in on the most deserved picks and biggest snubs.Check out Garrett on X @garrettFMFollow Orrin & Aaron on X, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
Alan Wake 2 is here, it’s real and Orrin is coming fresh off a full play to drop his review. Also, Nic Grasso pays a visit, and we discuss the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, Lords of the Fallen, The Talo Principle 2, Underrail: Heavy Duty, and Unchartered 4. Finally, we inexplicably, the three turn on Orrin and demand he play Baldur’s Gate 3, while at the same time gushing about its narrative possibilities. (sorry Orrin) Follow Nicolò Grasso on X - @nickygra97Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Mike stops by and we catch up on a huge host of fall games. Everyone loves Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, though opinions are more muted with respect to Lies of P. Lords of the Fallen, Sea of Star, Cocoon, Counterstrike 2, and indie classic crpg Underrail all get discussed.Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week we look back at 2001 classic Max Payne from Remedy Entertainment. Zac joins us as we reminisce about one of gaming history's most iconic faces.
This week Taylor stops by and we discuss more Armored Core 6, Resident Evil 4: Separate Way DLC, Lies of P, Starfield, and the Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 patch. Also some thoughts on the Microsoft gigaleak.Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
Starfield has finally launched, eliciting diverse reactions from both audiences and critics alike. How did the gang feel after investing countless combined hours into it? Mike and Zac join the conversation. Additionally, what defines a Bethesda Game Studios game as a 'Bethesda Studios Game'? We delve into Bethesda's signature style, examining its strengths and weaknesses, its evolution, and our personal histories with these games.
Furthermore, we discuss other games such as 'Evil Tonight,' 'Pseudoregelia,' 'Detroit: Become Human,' and 'Bramble: The Mountain King.
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair
Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week, Zac pays us a visit, and we dive into the world of Tony Hawk Pro Skater. Additionally, FromSoft delivers a heavy blow to Orrin and Kevin with Armored Core 6, Aaron ventures into heretical territory with Amid Evil's DLC, Zac brings the thunder with Turbo Overkill, and we receive exciting updates on Baldur's Gate 3 and Remnant 2.
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair
Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week, we're thrilled to welcome Mike to the conversation as we delve into the captivating realm of RPGs. The highly anticipated Baldur's Gate 3 has transcended expectations, passing our mental litmus test and devouring our precious free hours. Additionally, Orrin lauds the virtues of Remnant 2, while Kevin adeptly dissects and compares Night Dive's recent endeavors, encompassing the Rise of the Triad Remaster and the Quake 2 remaster. Aaron shares his immersive experience with the indie JRPG, Chained Echoes, and Orrin engages in contemplation over indie puzzler Viewfinder. Kevin provides a thought-provoking message regarding The Last of Us Part One's debut on PC, adding a serious note to our discussions. Finally, we get real nerdy and talk about what makes for a good modern rpg and list a few of our favorites.
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair
Original theme song composed by Madyn
Nicolò Grasso stops by lending his always welcome and keen insights. We start with a critique/review of FFXVI, then heap praise on Octopath Traveler 2 and Amnesia The Bunker. Then move on to the rest of the games of the year so far, as well as the disappointments, and finally the looming releases on the horizon.
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair
Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week we do a deep dive 1979 art film by Andrei Tarkovsky, Stalker. Full spoilers ahead. We also briefly mention the book Roadside Picnic, and the 2007 game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl. Drew joins us, and we all leave about as confused about the meaning of Stalker as we were when we entered, yet we all feel better for it.
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair
Original theme song composed by Madyn
Keigh3 has come and gone. With came a host of press conferences and game announcements. We watched everything so you don’t have to. What did we think of Starfield, Alan Wake 2, and Star Wars Outlaws? Stay tuned to find out!
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair
Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week we’re joined by Connor (@ConnorMB_onFilm) and we dig into Diablo 4, Street Fighter 6, Warhmmaer 40k: Boltgun and the finally released System Shock Remake. Also we grade the Sony press conference and speculate on what we might see at Summer Games Fest.Please give Connor a follow on twitter @ConnorMB_onFilmFollow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
Episode 89 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Hrot, and Tails of Iron by Jump Crouch
Episode 88 is a doozy. We discuss Redfall's disastrous launch and look deeper at Microsoft's current state of game publishing. What the hell is going on? We also discuss Evil West & Dredge.Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
Spoiler podcast for Resident Evil 4 Remake & Resident Evil 4 (2005). This week Zac joins us to discuss the Resident Evil 4 Remake. This one is meaty, itchy and tasty. Enjoy!
This week, Zac Frazier joins the group as they delve into various game discussions, covering titles such as the highly anticipated Resident Evil 4 Remake, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Sifu, Quake, Counter-Strike 2, and the Diablo 4 Beta.Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Ben stops by to fill in for Orrin. Dead Cells gets a Castlevania DLC, MW2’s best-kept secret is its Warzone appendage extraction mode DMZ, and Capcom shocks us all with an awe-inspiring demo for Resident Evil 4.Also, can boring games be fun? Is some amount of tedium a vital element in many games' design for the better?Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
Mike joins us this week. Also Returnal has finally come to PC and we’ve done the time with it. We also dig into Atomic Heart, Like a Dragon: Ishin!, more Hitman Freelancer, and the Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo. https://www.vice.com/en/article/pkg7qz/is-atomic-heart-pro-russia-or-just-russianFollow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week we are by joined Drew, who through sheer force of will got all of us to watch the incredible, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Well done and thank you Drew! Full spoilers are ahead as we dive into the plot, production, performances, and history of this 1992 horror classic.
Episode 83 - Deadspace Remake, Hi-Fi Rush, Goldeneye, and Metroid Prime Remastered by Jump Crouch
This week Zac Frazier joins us as we discuss The Wolf Among Us, Final Fantasy V, Hrot, Ion Fury, Resident Evil 2, and Skyrim’s survival mode. Also, the team attempts to create a consensus list of the top 5 horror games of all time. Tempers flair, disputes erupt, and feelings get roiled. Grab your popcorn and enjoy our longest podcast yet!Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Nicolò Grasso joins us for something a little different, an episode dedicated entirely to the films and television shows of 2022. Check out Nick’s podcasts Uncut Gems & Death by Adaptation.Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Nicolò Grasso stops by for the last gaming pod of the year to discuss Vampire Survivors, Chop Goblins, God of War Ragnarok, Immortality, and The Callisto Protocol. Also Kevin and Aaron check in on Halo Infinite Coop, and finally, the gang has a meaty discussion about the game awards. Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week Mike stops by and the gang discusses God of War Ragnarok, Callisto Protocol, Pentiment, Tactics Ogre: Reborn, and Silent Hill 2.Follow @m87carlson on TwitterFollow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaronCome join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNairOriginal theme song composed by Madyn
This week the guys discuss the Mick Gordon/ID software controversy. We also dig into Resident Evil 3, Cyber Shadow, Immortality, & Modern Warefare 2.
Finally, we grade each platform on multiple categories and issue report cards for the PC, Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles.
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair Original theme song composed by Madyn
Halloween may have passed, but survival horror gaming is in full swing. This week the gang looks at Signalis and the Resident Evil Village DLC, Shadows of Rose.
Also, we make a full account for the games we’ve played this year in an early check-in as to which games might make a big showing come our annual game of the year awards in a few months. We go chronologically through the games we’ve played this year and see how they left us. Place bets now!
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Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week the gang is joined by Ben and they discuss PowerWash Simulator, Grounded, Scorn, and Cultic. Also, a lengthy discussion of the survival game genre ensues.
Also Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2
Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week we’re joined by Zac Frazier. We discuss the death of Google Stadia, the announced recent accountment of new Witcher and Cyberpunk sequels, and what it’s like to get a Nintendo Switch in 2022.
Also, we discuss the following games: Prodeus, Overwatch 2, PowerWash Simulator, & Breath of the Wild.
Finally the gang has a discussion about what the heck a “boomer shooter” is, and the enduring appeal of pixel art.
Also Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2
Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron McNair Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week the gang discusses the Cyberpunk resurgence, Deathloop a year later, the Last of Us Part 1, Gloomwood, and Fortune’s Run. We also have a lengthy discussion about just what the heck an “Immersive Sim” is.
Also Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2
Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron Mcnair. Mixed by Aaron Mcnair Original theme song composed by Madyn
This week we are joined by Nicolò Grasso of the Death By Adaptation and Uncut Gems Podcasts. We discuss Rollerdrome, Cult of the Lamb, Estacape Academy, Alone in the Dark, Thymesia, As Dusk Falls, L.A. Noire, and The Ascent Cyber Heist DLC.
We also discuss our fantasy dream picks for video game adaptations.
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You can find Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron. Also, come join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2
Episode 70 - Stray, The Quarry, And Soundtracks That Are Better Than The Actual Game by Jump Crouch
Episode 68 - Steam Nextfest, Selaco, Cultic, Signalis, TMNT, Sniper Elite 5, & No Man's Sky by Jump Crouch
This week we discuss Sony's State of Play, Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest, and the Microsoft/Bethesda showcase. We're joined by Zac Frazier.
Discussion of Star Field, Redfall, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Resident Evil 4 Remake, The Last of Us Remake, and many many more!
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This week we have guests Ben and Garret from the Out of Mana podcast. We go deep on the Starfield and Redfall delay, Silent Hill rumors, Gears of War remakes, Sony games coming to PC, and almost every popular gaming series getting a show or movie.
Then we discuss the games we’ve been playing, including the The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe, Sniper Elite 5, V Rising, Weird West, Trek to Yomi, & Dragon Quest XI s.
Out of Mana Podcast On Youtube and follow Garret and Ben on Twitter - @garrettFM @C1nnatwist
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We assembled the best minds in the business to bring this Elden Ring spoiler-cast to you! Mike Carlson and Zac Frazier join us as we talk all things Elden Ring. Stay tuned next week for a return to regular programming.
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Episode 65 - Trek to Yomi, More Studio Acquisitions, and guest Zac Frazier by Jump Crouch
This week we're joined by Drew Baldwin @drew_type, and we discuss The Batman, & also why it should be illegal to have enjoyed the 2019 film Joker.
Also Norco, Weird West, and even more Elden Ring... a moratorium is swiftly approaching on that topic, we promise.
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Episode 63 - Dark Souls, Weird West, Stranger of Paradise, & Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands by Jump Crouch
Join us for the first-ever Jump Crouch game of the year awards. We not only look back at the year in games, but we also attempt to rank the games we like most. Our categories include best game not from 2021, best remaster, make or dlc, and game of the year.
Episode 56 - Halo Infinite Campaign Review, The Game Awards reactions, and a tale of the Windy City by Jump Crouch
This week Ben joins the crew and we discuss news about the 'Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City' film trailer and GTA Remastered Trilogy.
BF 2042 Beta, Halo Infinite Beta, Blasphemous, Metroid Dread, Bioshock 1 & 2 (Minerva's Den DLC), Deathloop, Prey MoonCrash & Fallen Aces DEMO
This week we're joined by Kevin Johnson and Zac Frazier (@ZC_FRZR)
We discuss the Nintendo Direct. We also have in-depth impressions of Deathloop, Tales of Arise, the Halo Multiplayer beta, Psychonauts 2, Subnautica Below Zero, and Sable.
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Watch Zac Frazier's Shrekfest video https://youtu.be/CJ4zWfUZ3wY
This week we cover just one game, but what a game, ID software's 1996 classic and its recent remaster and episodes. Join us!
This week we have special guest Edgar Herrera Espino @drchaps12 on twitter.
We discuss the Back 4 Blood beta, Hades, Curse of the Dead Gods, The Ascent, Splitgate, It Takes 2, Deaths Door, & Mass Effect 3.
Blizzard/Activision gets sued by the state of California, Valve releases a handheld, and Aaron finally beats Sekiro.
We discuss the following games: Death’s Door, The Ascent, Sekiro, Dark Souls, Wolfenstein The New Colossus, Metro: Exodus, Microsoft Flight Sim, and Kotor 2.
This week we discuss Sony’s State of Play with guest George Liapes. (Read George’s work @ https://stressfulthingwecalllife.blogspot.com/)
We also discuss Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, Deathloop, Death Stranding Directors Cut, Sea of Thieves, Sekiro, Prey, Judgment, & more.
This week we have Sekiro, Mass Effect 1 & 2, Prey, Dishonored, Gears 5, Sea of Thieves, Remnant: From the Ashes, Destiny, Valheim, Exanima, Star Wars: The Old Republic, System Shock Remake, Lego Builders Journey, & Doom Eternal.
Joined by Ben from the Out of Mana Podcast on twitter @podoutofmana
This week we are joined by Zac Frazier, @zc_frzr on twitter, and we discuss all things e3 2021. Halo infinite, Elden Ring, Battlefield 2042, Back 4 Blood, Redfall, Stalker 2, Starfield, Forza 5, gamepass, Death’s Door, Microsoft, and many more.
Discussion of the week link: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheBlueBoxConspiracy/comments/o1s5oy/here_are_all_the_possible_hints_that_blue_box/
This episode is a full spoiler discussion of Resident Evil Village. Come here with the crew thought of Capcm's latest.
This week we discuss Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Titanfall 2, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Destiny 2: Beyond Light, & Red Dead Redemption.
Also all the latest news, leaks, and full e3 predictions.
What we’re playing: Resident Evil Village, Metro Exodus: Enhanced Edition, Subnautica: Below Zero, Sea of Thieves, Doom 2, Conker 64, & Portal Runner.
News articles: https://www.theverge.com/2021/5/3/22416986/microsoft-xbox-fps-boost-new-games-list https://www.pcgamer.com/epic-games-has-spent-at-least-dollar1-billion-on-exclusives/ https://www.pcgamer.com/sony-charges-for-crossplay-support-to-protect-psn-revenue-documents-show/ https://www.pcgamer.com/epic-apparently-offered-sony-dollar200m-for-first-party-playstation-exclusives/ https://www.denofgeek.com/games/xbox-series-x-ps5-2021-console-war-sales/ https://www.gamesradar.com/microsofts-console-purchase-pilot-helps-you-buy-an-xbox-series-x-without-dealing-with-scalpers/
Rec's https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/13/opinion/ufos-aliens-space.html VR Nightwish Film Tenet
Games Discussed Nier Replicant, Doom 2 & Perfect Dark.
Stalker inspiring tourists https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/29/22403796/stalker-chernobyl-exclusion-zone-tourists
Recommendations: Orrin: Eric Andre’s ‘Bad Trip’ & Bong Joon-ho’s ‘Memories of Murder’ Kevin: Arrested Development Aaron: The Vanishing
Will Microsoft buy Konami, or should they? How will Resident Evil 4 be good on VR?
This week we discuss Outriders, Nioh 2, and The Sopranos.
“Running A Tightrope: DOOM's Most Precarious Speedrun” https://youtu.be/xMX0uQpDsYU
What we’re playing: Doom Eternal: DLC Record Of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth Valheim Star Wars Squadrons (extremely briefly, and talked about it relation to game pass). Borderlands 3 Hitman 3 (briefly) Prey
News:
https://www.pcgamer.com/more-playstation-games-are-coming-to-pc-starting-with-days-gone-this-spring/ https://www.polygon.com/2021/3/11/22325601/bethesda-games-on-xbox-game-pass-xbox-one-series-x-pc https://www.ign.com/articles/skyrim-4-other-bethesda-games-get-fps-boost-on-xbox-series-x
What we’re playing:
Skyrim on Series back compat Immortals Fenix Rising Hitman 3 Wow retail Borderlands 3 Outriders
This week we review the Xbox series machines. We also discuss Call of the Sea, Control, Dragon Quest, Mario 3d world, Bowsers Fury, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Ninja Gaiden 2, Hitman 3, & No Man’s Sky
This week we have a special guest Zac Frazier. We interview him about the creative process, Batman the Animated Series, and the state of Youtube.
Games discussed include The Medium, Hitman 3, World of Warcraft Classic, and Death Stranding.
We conclude with special recommendations: https://www.pcgamer.com/how-eve-online-commandos-pulled-off-a-suicide-mission-to-save-170-elite-pilots/
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This week we discuss Hitman 3 & World of Warcraft Classic. Also whether big film franchises will dominate AAA gaming in the future.
This week have a special guest, Youtuber I am Error. We discuss World of Warcraft, Assassin's Creed, Hades, and The Mandalorian.
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The last podcast of 2020! We dig deep into Cyberpunk 2077 and all of its many controversies. Orrin fills us in about Disco Elysium, Kevin finally finished Yakuza Like a Dragon, and all 3 of us give our top 5 games of the year.
Game of the year discussion starts at 56:54
We discuss the games of the 8th generation of gaming consoles.
Nier: Automata PUBG Prey Tekken 7 The Surge What Remains of Edith Finch Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus Assassin’s Creed Odyssey Dragon Quest Builders 2 Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze Dusk - 2018 Into the Breach Red Dead Redemption 2 Return of the Obra Dinn Subnautica Astral Chain Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Control Death Stranding Gears 5 Remnant: From the Ashes Resident Evil 2: Remake Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice The Outer Wilds Doom Eternal Final Fantasy 7 Remake Hades Half Life: Alyx Last of Us Part 2 Streets Of Rage 4 Valorant Yakuza: Like a Dragon
Cyberpunk 2077 is finally out and we dig real deep after spending more than 20 hours with the game.
Skip to 22:45 mark to avoid minor gameplay spoilers of the early part of the game.
Also, we cover the excellent retro shooter Prodeus.
After that, we have a lengthy discussion on crunch.
https://kotaku.com/games-made-under-crunch-conditions-don-t-deserve-best-1845863225
This week we covered our favorite games of the previous generation. Since we had so many games to cover we've split this podcast into two pieces. This week we cover from 2013 to midway through 2017. Next week we pick up where we left off and bring it straight to Cyberpunk 2077.
Dayz Alien Isolation Bayonetta 2 Binding of Isaac: Rebirth Dark Souls 2 Bloodborne MGS V The Witcher 3 The Witness Yakuza 0 Until Dawn Battlefield 1 Dark Souls 3 Darkest Dungeon Devil Daggers Doom Firewatch Hitman/2 Hyper Light Drifter SuperHot Titanfall 2 Uncharted 4 Assassin’s Creed Origins Breath of the Wild Dead Cells Dishonored: Death of the Outsider Divinity Original Sin 2 Evil Within 2 Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice Mario Odyssey
This week we discuss Amnesia: Rebirth, Call of Duty Cold War, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Code Vein, Watch Dogs Legion, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, and Phasmophobia.
In this episode of Lon Jump we cover 2001 mega classic, Halo: Combat Evolved.
Long Jumps are special episodes dedicated to completely covering, and spoiling, a single game. Join us!
In this episode, we discuss VR with the Oculus Quest 2 and how awesome it is to finally play Half-life Alyx, also we catch up with Doom Eternal DLC "The Ancient Gods Part 1", and Hades.
In this episode of Long Jump we cover the 1998 classic, Half-life, from Valva Software. Will we uncover our rosebud while trying to survive the hell that is Black Mesa? Spoilers for Half-life and Black Mesa.
This week we turn 30. Also, we discuss Doom Eternal, Halo 3 MCC, Hades, Spelunky 2, Mafia Definitive Edition, & Star Wars Squadron.
In this week's episode, we discuss the following games: Microsoft Flight Simulator, Doom Eternal, Bioshock 2 Remastered, Mario Galaxy, Spelunky 2, Mafia Remaster, & Crysis remastered.
We also put on our fanboy tin hats and have a fiery discussion about the impending console war. Who do you think will win the next-generation console war?
In this episode we discuss the Netflix Docuseries High Score, the games Death Stranding, Control, Horizon Zero Dawn, The Talos Principle, Untitled Goose Game, The Last of US Part 2, Dark Souls Remastred, and Microsoft Flight Simulator. Also, the Nvidia 3080 and 3000 series, whether or not the Xbox Series X and S are good values, and finally the latest details about the ps5.
In the inaugural episode of Long Jump, we discuss ID software's 1993 classic, DOOM. We cover our histories with the game, its legacy, why we can't stop playing it, and also that time we ran into John Romero.
The next episode of the Jump Crouch Game Club covers the 1998 classic, Half-Life, you can play along with the show.
This week we discuss The Last of Us: Part 2, Hitman 2, Vanquish, and the pros/cons of system exclusives.
Next week we return for the first episode of the Jump Crouch Game Club, on ID Software's seminal 1993 title, Doom.
The Last of Us part 2, Ghost of Tsushima, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Death Stranding, Nioh 2, Tetris Effect, Hotline Miami & Valorant
We also discuss the following two articles!
https://www.polygon.com/2020/8/3/21352437/games-morality-last-of-of-us-bioshock-good-bad?fbclid=IwAR3OGZ-QsJ3abqt7oWUYOZAsYapdvP_JhZRatVJ41U4Tf_7MyxgN8rzDxSg
https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/observations/the-real-reason-fans-hate-the-last-season-of-game-of-thrones/
After a long absence, the Jump Crouch crew returns to recording your favorite weekly podcast that about games, culture and stuff.
Games discussed this week: Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Death Stranding, Ghost of Tsushima, Valorant, CSGO & Halo Infinite.
Special guest Orrin Luc: https://www.youtube.com/c/OrrinLucItsNotJustAVideogame
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Join Kevin and Kevin for a special e3 Kevincast! From zombies to post apocalyptic fudgesicles, Kevin M tells the story of his very first e3. What does Rage play like? What’s the deal with Nintendo? Why the hell does Kratos keep posing for the camera? Check out this week’s episode to find out! Also, Kevin J still loves Yakuza.
This week the Jump Crouch crew are joined by Jon from the Midwest Game Nerds Podcast! We talk all things e3! Whatever predictions that have been made in the past have been forgiven and forgotten, today we focus the now. Forget the past and fight the future. Join us as we go over every press conference in excruciating detail and give our games of the show at the end.
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E3 is just around the corner, this week team jump crouch gives you the most informed predictions on the internet. We guarantee it.
Also special call out to the friends and family of John Bain who passed last week. He was an inspiration to us and he'll be dearly missed, RIP John "Totalbiscuit" Bain.
This week we discuss God of War, Tropical Freeze and Assassin's Creed origins. Also Kevin goes full console fanboy, selling his desktop and donating the earning to the console peasants relief fund, Aaron gives the pro's and con's of adult diapers, and everyone else just keeps on loving the switch.
Bayonetta 2, God of War, and Final Fantasy 15 dominated our time. Also Kevin got a ps4 pro, Aaron saw black panther, and that other guy tried to sell us on Sunflower Seeds.
Aarons: Flimstruck.com Kevin: David Sunflower Seeds Kevin J: Fite TV
This week we discuss Pubg 1st bday, Pubg Mobile, Far Cry 5, Vermintide 2, Into The Breach, Crawl, Celeste, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Shadow of the Colossus Remaster.
This week we both bitch and praise latest Disney epic, "Star Wars: The Last Jedi"
Whether you loved or hated the film, expect your thoughts to voiced here. Full spoilers of The Last Jedi and also all other Star Wars films.
2017 year in review. We talk about the games we played over the span of 2017, the good, the bad and finally weigh in on our top 5 games of the year.
At the end we make predictions for 2018!
Not without some serious surprises! Games discuss include
PUBG, Zelda Breath of the Wild, Mario Odyssey, Nier: Automata, WOLFENSTEIN 2, Divinity II: Original Sinity, Tekken 7, Evil Within 2, Prey, Nioh, Yakuza 0, Dead Cells, Horizon Zero Dawn, The Surge, Strafe, The end is Nigh, Cuphead, Resident Evil 7, The Mummy Demastered, Mario Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Fire Pro Wrestling World, Middle Earth Shadow Of War, Streets Of Rogue, Edith Finch and more!
Recovering from out thanksgiving hangover, we discuss black Friday sales, loot box controversy, the evils of EA, divinity original sin 2, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, Dishonored Death of the Outsider, Destiny 2, and Persona 5.
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Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus and Divinity: Original Sin 2 are the games we dig into this week.
This week have tons of games to discuss. Kevin tries his hands at Cuphead. Battlefront 2 has the team divided. Team Jump Crouch eats 4 chicken dinners in a day during a pubg lan. Johnson gets deep with Yakuza Kiwami. Mario vs Rabbids and Horizon Zero Dawn also make an appearance.
Lucky number 13. Returning from a vacation we discuss our love of Pubg and then at the end of the show we get in depth in a full spoiler filled discussion of season 7 of Game of Thrones.
This week we discuss Sonic Mania, spoilers and the sweet and savory taste of a chicken dinner in Player Unknowns Battlegrounds.
Episode 10 of Jump Crouch!
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This week we have special guest Orrin Luc, who weighs in E3 and that state of games today.
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E3 has finally happened bringing all of the years biggest gaming news into a singular space and time. We discuss the highs, the lows, the many press conferences, and finally weigh in the best and worth of e3 2017.
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Bachelor LANS and visiting crouch alum this week, but all we can think about is Tekken 7. Are multiplayer games better than single player?. More e3 predictions, Quake, Counter Strike GO, Dead Cells, Strafe and Rocket League all have a moment to shine this week.
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This week at Jump Crouch we cover the excitement of pre-release materials and Far Cry 5. We make all sorts of E3 predictions, debate the market for and viability of xbox one ,along with discussing our time playing The Surge, Yakuza 0, Nier Automata and Dead Cells.
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This week we talk about our favorite games of decade so far, that's 2010 to 2017. We also talk about STRAFE and The Surge.
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This week we discuss Strafe, The Surge and the Joys of owning a switch.
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The Dark Souls board game arrives, we discuss if Ricky & Morty is a perfect show or are there some bad episodes? Also Yakuza 0, Quake Champions, Zelda, Hellpoint and Sword Art Online.
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This week we react to COD WW2, Quake Champions, Get Out! Mario Kart 8 on the Switch, Prey and Breadth of Wild. jumpcrouch.com youtube.com/noshow facebook.com/jumpcrouchmedia
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This week we discuss Quake Champions, Uncharted 4, Yakuza 0 and whether The Witcher 3 sucks or is the best Bioware game ever made.
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This week we launch Jump Crouch, episode 1! We talk about Zelda, Dark Souls DLC, Nier Automata, Bayonetta, what it means to be soulslike and a bunch of anime!
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Episode 13 marks the end of the Nocast, but the start of Jumpcrouch! Stay tuned details on the new podcast right here on this feed, starting early April.
In this finale episode we speak of Zelda, Ryzen, Nier, and Mass Effect.
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Apologies for the late episode! This week we talk about John Romero dissing our home town, boiled peanuts, and Resident Evil 7.
Quake vs Unreal Tournament, white chocolate vs dark chocolate, cats vs dogs - we stand a nation divided and The Nocast is here to mend all divisions.
First cast of 2017, apologize for the delay, we are a Thursday morning podcast from hence forth. In this episode we talk about traveling, hbo boob quotas and video games.
Final Nocast of 2016. Kevin Johnson, Aaron McNair, Orrin Luc and Kevin McNair take some time reflect on what a crazy year its been. Favorite games and top 5 lists of 2016 a plenty! Plus lots of talk about hitman, doom, and stardew valley!
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This week we discuss the merits of trashcan simulators, Hitman 2016, Cities Skylines, getting better in Rocket League and the Death Stranding.
In this episode we talk about Pokemon, Salt and Sanctuary, Hitman and the steam awards.
This week on the NOCAST Aaron and the two Kevins discuss Battlefield 1, rumors about the Nintendo Switch and the PS4 Pro.
This week on THE NOCAST we have special guest Orrin Luc here to talk about cinematic games, PT, Doom and story driven games.
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Introductory episode of the Nocast, introducing Aaron, Kevin and Josh. This episode we talk about Stalker, 20 years of the Nintendo 64 and what we're looking forward to as the year comes to a close.
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