The Sticks Podcast: Recent Episodes

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Come along for the ride as Myke, Steak, and Art discuss many things video games from the past, present, and future. New podcasts post every two weeks on Wednesday.

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In this episode, Steak discusses all of the VR gaming he's been doing lately, Myke talks about his adventures in Starfield, and we all going into a deep discussion on Spider-Man 2 for PS5 (Released 11.10.2023)

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In this episode, we discuss everything we have been playing lately. The main focus is on this year's Madden release and the new hot Xbox/PC game, Starfield. (Released 9.8.2023)

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In episode 153, we discuss all of the games we have been playing lately. It's been about a month since we've gotten together, so lets catch up!(Released 07.28.23)

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In episode 152, we give our reactions to the Xbox Showcase 2023 and our favorites from the Summer Game Fest events. (Released 06.16.23)

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In this episode, we go over the quite interesting Playstation Showcase and give our reactions to the show. This is not one to miss! (Released 5.25.2023)

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E3 is officially dead as we know it. Come check out our thoughts on losing an big industry event. Also, Steak talks about all the fun he's been having with PSVR2, Myke dives into WWE2K23, and Art talks about his sacrifices in Cult of the Lamb. Released 04.24.2023

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Tune in as we discuss our most anticipated games for the upcoming year.

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It's time. Time for our 2022 Game of the Year. Hear us each give out top 5 and our thoughts on them. Who will come out on top? HINT: It's not Madden 23.Released 01.22.2023

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The forgotten episode. Literally. Recorded November 2022, Art forgot to post it for 2 months. We discuss the PSVR2 announcements, Gotham Knights, and Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed.Sponsored by Bob Rohrman Auto Group. (Not really, listen to get the reference)Recorded 11.9.2022, Posted 01.22.2023

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Ep 146 - Silent Hill 2 remake announcement by The Sticks Podcast

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In this episode, we discuss the State of Play and Nintendo Direct events from September 2022. (Released 09.23.22)

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In this episode, we discuss the State of Play and Nintendo Direct events from September 2022. (Released 09.23.22)

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In this episode, we discuss all the reveals from Gamescom Opening Night Live. Also, we give our first thoughts on Madden 23. (Released 08.26.22)

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In this episode, we discuss all the reveals from Gamescom Opening Night Live. Also, we give our first thoughts on Madden 23. (Released 08.26.22)

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In this episode, we look at a bunch of announced games that have seemingly gone dark and ponder if the game actually exists and if we'll ever see it. (Released 08.12.22)

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In this episode, we discuss our most anticipated games for the rest of 2022...and some games announced for 2022 that we're convinced don't actually exist. (Released 07.29.22)

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In Episode 141, we discuss Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Anniversary Celebration and the Nintendo Direct Mini events. (Released 06.24.2022)

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In this episode we discuss the Playstation State of Play from June 2022, the Xbox Bethesda Showcase, the Summer Games Fest Kickoff, and the Capcom Showcase. (Released 06.17.22)

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In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on Horizon: Forbidden West among other new releases. We also discuss the announcement of new Playstation Plus tiers and if they can compete with Game Pass. (Released 04.15.22)

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Ep 138 - Playstation Bungie Acquisition & Most Anticipated 2022 Games by The Sticks Podcast

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In episode 137, we discuss the huge announcement of Microsoft buying Activision. Then we get into our 2021 Game of the Year discussion. (Released 01.21.22)

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In episode 137, we discuss the huge announcement of Microsoft buying Activision. Then we get into our 2021 Game of the Year discussion. (Released 01.21.22)

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In episode 136, we discuss the best deals (announced at the time) for Black Friday 2021. (Released 11.19.21)

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In episode 136, we discuss the best deals (announced at the time) for Black Friday 2021. (Released 11.19.21)

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In episode 135, we talk about games we’re playing, including Tales of Arise, Far Cry 6, Madden 22, and Guardians of the Galaxy. We also discuss the October State of Play event. (Released 11.05.21)

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In episode 135, we talk about games we're playing, including Tales of Arise, Far Cry 6, Madden 22, and Guardians of the Galaxy. We also discuss the October State of Play event. (Released 11.05.21)

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In this episode, we discuss the announcement of the Grand Theft Auto remasters of GTA3, Vice City, and San Andreas. We also talk about all of Twitch getting hacked. (Released 10.22.21)

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In this episode, we discuss the announcement of the Grand Theft Auto remasters of GTA3, Vice City, and San Andreas. We also talk about all of Twitch getting hacked. (Released 10.22.21)

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In this episode, we discuss the September 2021 Nintendo Direct (Released 10.08.21)

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In this episode, we discuss the September 2021 Nintendo Direct (Released 10.08.21)

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Join us for episode 132 as Steak and Art recap the Playstation Showcase event and give their thoughts and reactions. (Released 09.27.21)

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Join us for episode 132 as Steak and Art recap the Playstation Showcase event and give their thoughts and reactions. (Released 09.27.21)

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In episode 131, Art and Myke commiserate over how broken Madden 22 is at launch. Then we discuss all of the announcments to come out of Gamescom Opening Night Live. (Released 08.27.21)

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In episode 131, Art and Myke commiserate over how broken Madden 22 is at launch. Then we discuss all of the announcments to come out of Gamescom Opening Night Live. (Released 08.27.21)

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In episode 130, we talk about what is going on over at Activision/Blizzard, the amount of next gen systems being sold, and go through the first ever Annapurna Interactive Showcase (Released 08.06.21)

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In episode 130, we talk about what is going on over at Activision/Blizzard, the amount of next gen systems being sold, and go through the first ever Annapurna Interactive Showcase (Released 08.06.21)

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In episode 129, we discuss the announcements of the Nintendo Switch OLED model and the Steam Deck and our level of excitement for each. (Released 07.23.21)

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In episode 129, we discuss the announcements of the Nintendo Switch OLED model and the Steam Deck and our level of excitement for each. (Released 07.23.21)

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In episode 128, we start off with a bang. Then we talk about Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and get into our E3/Summer Game Fest recap/discussion. (Released 06.25.21)

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In episode 128, we start off with a bang. Then we talk about Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and get into our E3/Summer Game Fest recap/discussion. (Released 06.25.21)

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In episode 127, we discuss all the news that came out around Horizon Forbidden West, Far Cry 6, Dying Light 2, and Battlefield 2042. Then we jump into our predictions for this year’s E3/Summer Games Fest events. (Released 06.11.21)

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In episode 127, we discuss all the news that came out around Horizon Forbidden West, Far Cry 6, Dying Light 2, and Battlefield 2042. Then we jump into our predictions for this year's E3/Summer Games Fest events. (Released 06.11.21)

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In episode 126, Steak & Myke talk about RE8 (listen for the spoiler warning) and we discuss rumors about a new Final Fantasy game, a Valve handheld gaming PC, and a new TimeSplitters game (Released 05.28.2021)

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In episode 126, Steak & Myke talk about RE8 (listen for the spoiler warning) and we discuss rumors about a new Final Fantasy game, a Valve handheld gaming PC, and a new TimeSplitters game (Released 05.28.2021)

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In episode 125, we dive in to the mostly Playstation centric gaming news from the past few weeks. We also briefly touch on all the news to come out from the Epic vs. Apple lawsuit. (Released 05.07.21)

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In episode 125, we dive in to the mostly Playstation centric gaming news from the past few weeks. We also briefly touch on all the news to come out from the Epic vs. Apple lawsuit. (Released 05.07.21)

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In episode 124, we share our thoughts on Bloomberg’s recent article about what Playstation is doing, the Resident Evil showcase, and the Nintendo Indies showcase. (Released 04.16.21)

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In episode 124, we share our thoughts on Bloomberg's recent article about what Playstation is doing, the Resident Evil showcase, and the Nintendo Indies showcase. (Released 04.16.21)

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In this episode, we discuss and guess on what Sony and Microsoft’s first party studios are working on. We also discuss Playstation closing the PS3, PSP, and Vita digital stores and the PSVR2 controllers. (Released 04.02.21)

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In this episode, we discuss and guess on what Sony and Microsoft's first party studios are working on. We also discuss Playstation closing the PS3, PSP, and Vita digital stores and the PSVR2 controllers. (Released 04.02.21)

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In the episode, we discuss the impact of the Microsoft acquisition of Zenimax from 20 new games on Game Pass to what it means for the future. (Released 03.19.21)

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In the episode, we discuss the impact of the Microsoft acquisition of Zenimax from 20 new games on Game Pass to what it means for the future. (Released 03.19.21)

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In episode 121, we discuss our final thoughts after we’ve all finished Yakuza: Like A Dragon. Then we get into our thoughts on the February Playstation State of Play and Pokemon Presents events. (Released 03.05.21)

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In episode 121, we discuss our final thoughts after we've all finished Yakuza: Like A Dragon. Then we get into our thoughts on the February Playstation State of Play and Pokemon Presents events. (Released 03.05.21)

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In this episode, we discuss Yakuza: Like A Dragon and our varied experiences with it. We also recap the February 2021 Nintendo Direct. (Released 02.19.21)

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In this episode, we discuss Yakuza: Like A Dragon and our varied experiences with it. We also recap the February 2021 Nintendo Direct. (Released 02.19.21)

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In episode 119, we talk about our most anticipated games for 2021 and 2 guys in their 30s recommend games for a woman in her 30s. What could go wrong? (Released 01.22.2021)

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In episode 119, we talk about our most anticipated games for 2021 and 2 guys in their 30s recommend games for a woman in her 30s. What could go wrong? (Released 01.22.2021)

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It’s the start of a new year. The time has come. Jump on in while we discuss our favorites games of 2020 and name our Game of the Year. (Released 01.08.2020)

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It's the start of a new year. The time has come. Jump on in while we discuss our favorites games of 2020 and name our Game of the Year. (Released 01.08.2020)

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In episode 117, we discuss our experiences with Cyberpunk 2077 and the controversy surrounding its release. We also discuss The Game Awards and the announcements made there. (Released 12.18.20)

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In episode 117, we discuss our experiences with Cyberpunk 2077 and the controversy surrounding its release. We also discuss The Game Awards and the announcements made there. (Released 12.18.20)

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A new generation in gaming is here!!! In this episode we talk all about the PS5 and Xbox Series X hardware and the games that we’re playing on them. Myke also gives his list of Black Friday 2020 best deals.

Pack a lunch. It’s a long one. (Released 11.20.20)

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A new generation in gaming is here!!! In this episode we talk all about the PS5 and Xbox Series X hardware and the games that we're playing on them. Myke also gives his list of Black Friday 2020 best deals.

Pack a lunch. It's a long one. (Released 11.20.20)

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In this episode, Steak shows us his fancy new PS5 accessories, we discuss a slew of game delays, we recap the October Nintendo Mini direct Partner Showcase, and we play a little game of Metacritic Over/Under for the next gen launch titles. (Released 11.06.20)

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In this episode, Steak shows us his fancy new PS5 accessories, we discuss a slew of game delays, we recap the October Nintendo Mini direct Partner Showcase, and we play a little game of Metacritic Over/Under for the next gen launch titles. (Released 11.06.20)

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In this episode, we discuss everything Playstation that has come out over the past 2 weeks. We also discuss Xbox sharing revenue with GameStop and NBA 2K finding yet another way to upset it’s players. (Released 10.23.20)

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In this episode, we discuss everything Playstation that has come out over the past 2 weeks. We also discuss Xbox sharing revenue with GameStop and NBA 2K finding yet another way to upset it's players. (Released 10.23.20)

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In this episode, we talk about the decision to recast the face model for Peter Parker in Insomniac’s Spider-man remastered, the announcement of Amazon Luna, and we look back at our Next Gen predictions from episode 98 to see just how wrong we were. (Released 10.09.20)

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In this episode, we talk about the decision to recast the face model for Peter Parker in Insomniac's Spider-man remastered, the announcement of Amazon Luna, and we look back at our Next Gen predictions from episode 98 to see just how wrong we were. (Released 10.09.20)

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In this episode, we talk about the Ubisoft Forward event, the Nintendo Partners showcase, Sony’s Playstation 5 showcase, the subsequent pre-order free for all, and Microsoft buying Bethesda. (Released 09.25.20)

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In this episode, we talk about the Ubisoft Forward event, the Nintendo Partners showcase, Sony's Playstation 5 showcase, the subsequent pre-order free for all, and Microsoft buying Bethesda. (Released 09.25.20)

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In this episode, we get into the big news, Xbox finally confirmed that the Series S is a thing and gave us launch dates and prices for their next gen hardware. (Released 09.11.20)

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In this episode, we get into the big news, Xbox finally confirmed that the Series S is a thing and gave us launch dates and prices for their next gen hardware. (Released 09.11.20)

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Episode 110 is a long one as we talk about more delays, more questionable next gen upgrade policies, the August Playstation State of Play, the August Nintendo Indie World. Finally, we go through a bracket of 68 games to figure out our favorite game of this generation. (Released 08.21.20)

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Episode 110 is a long one as we talk about more delays, more questionable next gen upgrade policies, the August Playstation State of Play, the August Nintendo Indie World. Finally, we go through a bracket of 68 games to figure out our favorite game of this generation. (Released 08.21.20)

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In this episode, we discuss the announcement of Spider-man being exclusive to Playstation in the upcoming Avengers game and Sony’s confusing announcement of which PS4 hardware will be compatible with PS5. (Released 08.07.20)

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In this episode, we discuss the announcement of Spider-man being exclusive to Playstation in the upcoming Avengers game and Sony's confusing announcement of which PS4 hardware will be compatible with PS5. (Released 08.07.20)

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In episode 108, we discuss the multiple events from the past couple of weeks. We start with the always charming Devolver conference. We dive into the first ever Ubisoft Forward. Nintendo surprised everyone with a Partner Mini Direct. And last, but not least, Microsoft gave us the games showcase we have all been waiting for about the Series X. (Released 07.25.20)

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In episode 108, we discuss the multiple events from the past couple of weeks. We start with the always charming Devolver conference. We dive into the first ever Ubisoft Forward. Nintendo surprised everyone with a Partner Mini Direct. And last, but not least, Microsoft gave us the games showcase we have all been waiting for about the Series X. (Released 07.25.20)

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In episode 107, we discuss a bunch of news from the previous 3 weeks including Next Gen game pricing, Xbox forbidding publishers for charging for next gen upgrades, Mixer discontinuing service, among other news. At the end, Myke and Steak get into the most vague, spoiler-free discussion ever about The Last of Us Part II. (Released 07.10.20)

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In episode 107, we discuss a bunch of news from the previous 3 weeks including Next Gen game pricing, Xbox forbidding publishers for charging for next gen upgrades, Mixer discontinuing service, among other news. At the end, Myke and Steak get into the most vague, spoiler-free discussion ever about The Last of Us Part II. (Released 07.10.20)

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In episode 106, we discuss the usual (what we’re playing, upcoming releases, etc.) and then we jump into the Sony’s Playstation 5 reveal event. Where we discuss the games shown and finally the console itself. (Released 06.12.20)

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In episode 106, we discuss the usual (what we're playing, upcoming releases, etc.) and then we jump into the Sony's Playstation 5 reveal event. Where we discuss the games shown and finally the console itself. (Released 06.12.20)

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In episode 105, we talk about Epic’s Unreal Engine 5 demo running on a PS5 dev kit, the announcement of Playstation Studios, and the announcement of a new Paper Mario game coming soon. (Released 05.22.20)

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In episode 105, we talk about Epic's Unreal Engine 5 demo running on a PS5 dev kit, the announcement of Playstation Studios, and the announcement of a new Paper Mario game coming soon. (Released 05.22.20)

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In episode 104, we discuss the usual (games we’re playing, release dates, & news) then we get into the Inside Xbox reveal of some 3rd party Xbox Series X titles. (Released 05.08.20)

(Oh yeah, and we’re all going to play Farming Simulator before next episode.)

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In episode 104, we discuss the usual (games we're playing, release dates, & news) then we get into the Inside Xbox reveal of some 3rd party Xbox Series X titles. (Released 05.08.20)

(Oh yeah, and we're all going to play Farming Simulator before next episode.)

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In episode 103, we discuss games we’ve been playing (Hunt: Showdown, Sherlock Holmes, the video games shortage caused by COVID-19, and we have some mostly spoiler-free discussion about Final Fantasy VII Remake (anything that might be considered a spoiler is limited to the first couple hours of the game). (Released 04.24.20)

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In episode 103, we discuss games we've been playing (Hunt: Showdown, Sherlock Holmes, the video games shortage caused by COVID-19, and we have some mostly spoiler-free discussion about Final Fantasy VII Remake (anything that might be considered a spoiler is limited to the first couple hours of the game). (Released 04.24.20)

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In Episode 102, we recap the most recent Inside Xbox and Nintendo Direct. We also discuss Sony’s surprise reveal of the Playstation 5 controller, the DualSense. (Released 04.10.20)

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In Episode 102, we recap the most recent Inside Xbox and Nintendo Direct. We also discuss Sony's surprise reveal of the Playstation 5 controller, the DualSense. (Released 04.10.20)

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In episode 101, we discuss all the new big releases: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Doom Eternal, MLB The Show 20 and some others. We also discuss the recent hardware spec announcements from Xbox and Playstation about their next gen systems. (Released 03.27.20)

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In episode 101, we discuss all the new big releases: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Doom Eternal, MLB The Show 20 and some others. We also discuss the recent hardware spec announcements from Xbox and Playstation about their next gen systems. (Released 03.27.20)

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In episode 100, we discuss the announcement of the cancellation of E3 and we celebrate our 100th episode by giving our lists that make up 100 gaming related items or people. (Released 03.13.2020)

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In episode 100, we discuss the announcement of the cancellation of E3 and we celebrate our 100th episode by giving our lists that make up 100 gaming related items or people. (Released 03.13.2020)

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In episode 99, we talk about the reveal of some of the Xbox Series X’s specs and feature and what it means for gamers. (Released 02.28.20)

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In episode 99, we talk about the reveal of some of the Xbox Series X's specs and feature and what it means for gamers. (Released 02.28.20)

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In episode 98, we discuss what we think the next gen consoles will bring for us and we have some fun and make a game out of it. (Released 02.14.20)

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In episode 98, we discuss what we think the next gen consoles will bring for us and we have some fun and make a game out of it. (Released 02.14.20)

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In episode 97, we discuss announced 2020 game delays and games that we’re looking forward to in the coming year. (Released 01.31.20)

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In episode 97, we discuss announced 2020 game delays and games that we're looking forward to in the coming year. (Released 01.31.20)

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In episode 96, we discuss what Xbox and Playstation did at CES for a little bit before getting into our Game of the Year voting. (Released 01.17.20)

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In episode 96, we discuss what Xbox and Playstation did at CES for a little bit before getting into our Game of the Year voting. (Released 01.17.20)

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In episode 95, we discuss the announcements from the December 10th 2019 announcements from Sony’s State of Play and Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase. (Released 12.12.19)

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In episode 95, we discuss the announcements from the December 10th 2019 announcements from Sony's State of Play and Nintendo's Indie World Showcase. (Released 12.12.19)

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Episode 94 is our annual Black Friday Sales Extravaganza Blowout episode. Steak talks about Pokemon Sword. Then we take you through a ton of great deals for this Black Friday and where to get the best deals. (Released 11.27.19)

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Episode 94 is our annual Black Friday Sales Extravaganza Blowout episode. Steak talks about Pokemon Sword. Then we take you through a ton of great deals for this Black Friday and where to get the best deals. (Released 11.27.19)

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In episode 93, we get into a bunch of things like thoughts on Luigi’s Mansion 3, Death Stranding, Afterparty, & the Stadia launch lineup. We also have a spoiler-filled discussion about Modern Warfare (spoilers not until the very end). (Released 11.14.19)

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In episode 93, we get into a bunch of things like thoughts on Luigi's Mansion 3, Death Stranding, Afterparty, & the Stadia launch lineup. We also have a spoiler-filled discussion about Modern Warfare (spoilers not until the very end). (Released 11.14.19)

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In episode 92, we give our early impressions of Modern Warfare. We also discuss the delay announcement for The Last of Us Part 2. Then we get into some of our favorite pups from video games. There’s at least one disagreement. (Released 10.31.19 – Happy Halloween)

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In episode 92, we give our early impressions of Modern Warfare. We also discuss the delay announcement for The Last of Us Part 2. Then we get into some of our favorite pups from video games. There's at least one disagreement. (Released 10.31.19 - Happy Halloween)

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In Episode 91, we discuss the newly released details about the Playstation 5, coming Holiday 2020. We also go over the controversy currently surrounding Blizzard. (Released 10.18.19)

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In Episode 91, we discuss the newly released details about the Playstation 5, coming Holiday 2020. We also go over the controversy currently surrounding Blizzard. (Released 10.18.19)

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In episode 90, we discuss the recent State of Play event that Sony held, Borderlands 3, Gears 5, Shawn Layden leaving Sony, and the lack of clarity around the marketing of Final Fantasy VII Remake. Steak and Myke also do a deep dive on The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening remake. (Released 10.03.19)

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In episode 90, we discuss the recent State of Play event that Sony held, Borderlands 3, Gears 5, Shawn Layden leaving Sony, and the lack of clarity around the marketing of Final Fantasy VII Remake. Steak and Myke also do a deep dive on The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening remake. (Released 10.03.19)

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In episode 89, we talk about Gears 5, potential changes to E3, the leak of the potential new GameStop store format, and Borderlands 3 & the controversy surrounding their release of review copies. (Released 09.19.19)

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In episode 89, we talk about Gears 5, potential changes to E3, the leak of the potential new GameStop store format, and Borderlands 3 & the controversy surrounding their release of review copies. (Released 09.19.19)

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In episode 88, we talk about the games we’ve been playing, including Control, Oninaki, Borderlands GOTY edition, and Slay the Spire. Then we discuss what was announced at GamesCom 2019 and give our thoughts. (Released 09.05.2019)

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In episode 88, we talk about the games we've been playing, including Control, Oninaki, Borderlands GOTY edition, and Slay the Spire. Then we discuss what was announced at GamesCom 2019 and give our thoughts. (Released 09.05.2019)

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In episode 87 we discuss Sony purchasing Insomniac, Nintendo Indie World announcements, and we rank our favorite video game controllers. (Released 08.22.19)

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In episode 87 we discuss Sony purchasing Insomniac, Nintendo Indie World announcements, and we rank our favorite video game controllers. (Released 08.22.19)

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In episode 86, we give our early impressions of Madden 20 and Wolfenstein: Youngblood. We also discuss GTA Online launching a casino and Nintendo offering to fix the joycon drifting issue. (Released 08.08.19)

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In episode 86, we give our early impressions of Madden 20 and Wolfenstein: Youngblood. We also discuss GTA Online launching a casino and Nintendo offering to fix the joycon drifting issue. (Released 08.08.19)

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In episode 85, we discuss the two new Switch hardware announcements. Also, Steak and Myke give their “Review, So Far” of MArvel Ultimate Alliance 3. (Released 07.25.19)

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In episode 85, we discuss the two new Switch hardware announcements. Also, Steak and Myke give their "Review, So Far" of MArvel Ultimate Alliance 3. (Released 07.25.19)

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In this episode, we talk about Judgement, Final Fantasy XIV, the Borderlands 2 DLC, & Far Cry 3. Then Myke does a deep dive into his experience playing games in Dreams and we do a little Q&A. (Released 07.11.19)

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In this episode, we talk about Judgement, Final Fantasy XIV, the Borderlands 2 DLC, & Far Cry 3. Then Myke does a deep dive into his experience playing games in Dreams and we do a little Q&A. (Released 07.11.19)

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In episode 83, we talk about a bunch of games we’ve been playing. We go in depth into Observation and Blood & Truth. We’re tinkering with our format. So, let us know what you think. (Released 06.27.19)

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In episode 83, we talk about a bunch of games we've been playing. We go in depth into Observation and Blood & Truth. We're tinkering with our format. So, let us know what you think. (Released 06.27.19)

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In episode 82, we recap and give our reactions to the E3 2019 press conferences from Microsoft, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo. (Released 06.13.19)

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In episode 82, we recap and give our reactions to the E3 2019 press conferences from Microsoft, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo. (Released 06.13.19)

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Episode 81 is our 4th annual E3 prediction show. See if Art’s reign of terror will come to an end. Also, Steak gives impressions on the recently released Oculus Quest. We discuss some upcoming format changes. Steak discusses the final “My Gift to You” in Hello Neighbor. (Released 05.30.19)

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Episode 81 is our 4th annual E3 prediction show. See if Art's reign of terror will come to an end. Also, Steak gives impressions on the recently released Oculus Quest. We discuss some upcoming format changes. And Steak discusses the final "My Gift to You" in Hello Neighbor. (Released 05.30.19)

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In episode 80, we discuss the May 9th PlayStation State of Play, Borderlands 3 game play reveal, and we delve into our thoughts on censorship in gaming. In “My Gift to You” Myke gives his thoughts on Far Cry: New Dawn. (Released 05.16.19)

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In episode 80, we discuss the May 9th PlayStation State of Play, Borderlands 3 game play reveal, and we delve into our thoughts on censorship in gaming. In "My Gift to You" Myke gives his thoughts on Far Cry: New Dawn. (Released 05.16.19)

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This episode we discuss PS5 details revealed, PSN name changes going live. We do a draft for FantasyCritic. Finally we discuss our experience with PS Now. (Released 04.25.19)

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This episode we discuss PS5 details revealed, PSN name changes going live. We do a draft for FantasyCritic. Finally we discuss our experience with PS Now. (Released 04.25.19)

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In episode 78, Myke makes his triumphant returns and gives us his thoughts on last episode’s topics. Then we discuss Borderlands 3, the Best Buy Switch game leaks, and Bad games in usually good series. In “My Gift to You”, Art talks about Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice and if it crosses a line. Stay tuned after the normal end for a Telltale Walking Dead Finale spoiler-cast. (Released 4.11.19)

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In episode 78, Myke makes his triumphant returns and gives us his thoughts on last episode's topics. Then we discuss Borderlands 3, the Best Buy Switch game leaks, and Bad games in usually good series. In "My Gift to You", Art talks about Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice and if it crosses a line. Stay tuned after the normal end for a Telltale Walking Dead Finale spoiler-cast. (Released 4.11.19)

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In episode 77, we’re a man down but the Two Kings(it’s a thing now)power on as we discuss the announcement of Google Stadia, the Spring Nindies event, possible Switch hardware revisions. We also give our thoughts on The Division 2. (Released 03.27.19)

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In episode 77, we're a man down but the Two Kings(it's a thing now)power on as we discuss the announcement of Google Stadia, the Spring Nindies event, possible Switch hardware revisions. We also give our thoughts on The Division 2. (Released 03.27.19)

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In episode 76, we talk about rumors of a disc-less Xbox One S, the Pokemon Sword & Shield announcement, and Gearbox potentially teasing Borderlands 3 at PAX East. Myke hates everything and talks about Kingdom Hearts. The two may or may not be related. (Released 03.14.19)

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In episode 76, we talk about rumors of a disc-less Xbox One S, the Pokemon Sword & Shield announcement, and Gearbox potentially teasing Borderlands 3 at PAX East. Myke hates everything and talks about Kingdom Hearts. The two may or may not be related. (Released 03.14.19)

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In episode 75, we discuss the Activision layoffs, the rumors of Xbox Live and games coming to Switch and PC, and we go in depth on the 2/13/19 Nintendo Direct. In “My Gift to You”, Steak will let you know if Astro Bot is the PSVR “killer app” (ed. note: I hate that term) or just another VR game. (Released 2.28.19)

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In episode 75, we discuss the Activision layoffs, the rumors of Xbox Live and games coming to Switch and PC, and we go in depth on the 2/13/19 Nintendo Direct. In "My Gift to You", Steak will let you know if Astro Bot is the PSVR "killer app" (ed. note: I hate that term) or just another VR game. (Released 2.28.19)

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In episode 74, we discuss the unexpected launch of Apex Legends by Respawn. We play another round of “Would you rather?”. In “My Gift to You”, Art discusses the Onimusha Warlords remaster. (Released 02.14.19)

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In episode 74, we discuss the unexpected launch of Apex Legends by Respawn. We play another round of "Would you rather?". In "My Gift to You", Art discusses the Onimusha Warlords remaster. (Released 02.14.19)

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In episode 73, we discuss Resident Evil 2 Remake, Kingdom Hearts 3, what the Playstation “Year In Review” said about us, and in light of Farming Simulator joining the e-sports circuit, we created some e-sports of our own. (Released 01.31.19)

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In episode 73, we discuss Resident Evil 2 Remake, Kingdom Hearts 3, what the Playstation "Year In Review" said about us, and in light of Farming Simulator joining the e-sports circuit, we created some e-sports of our own. (Released 01.31.19)

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In this episode, we go over our New Years Resolutions and Most Anticipated Games of 2019! Also, My Gift to You is back and in full force! (Released 01.17.19)

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In this episode, we go over our New Years Resolutions and Most Anticipated Games of 2019! Also, My Gift to You is back and in full force! (Released 01.17.19)

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Joins us for this episode where we briefly touch on Alfonso Ribeiro’s lawsuit against Epic and Fortnite before jumping in to our 3rd annual Game of the Year discussion. What was your GOTY? Let us know in the comments. (Released 01.02.19)

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Joins us for this episode where we briefly touch on Alfonso Ribeiro's lawsuit against Epic and Fortnite before jumping in to our 3rd annual Game of the Year discussion. What was your GOTY? Let us know in the comments. (Released 01.02.19)

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In episode 70, we discuss some of the winners and the announcements from The Game Awards. We also discuss what was shown at the Kinda Funny Games Showcase. (Released 12.19.18)

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In episode 70, we discuss some of the winners and the announcements from The Game Awards. We also discuss what was shown at the Kinda Funny Games Showcase. (Released 12.19.18)

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In this episode, we discuss our Black Friday Pickups. We also go over all of the controversy surrounding Bethesda and Fallout ’76. And what if Konami sold off their IPs? Who should get them? We discuss them here! (Released 12.05.18)

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In this episode, we discuss our Black Friday Pickups. We also go over all of the controversy surrounding Bethesda and Fallout '76. And what if Konami sold off their IPs? Who should get them? We discuss them here! (Released 12.05.18)

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In episode 68, we recap the announcements at XO18 and discuss the announcement that Sony will not be at E3 2019. Myke talks about some of the best Black Friday deals. In the finale of the “Round of Hate” in “My Gift to You”, Myke tells about the man (not really), the myth, the legend: E.T. for the Atari 2600. (Released 11.21.18)

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In episode 68, we recap the announcements at XO18 and discuss the announcement that Sony will not be at E3 2019. Myke talks about some of the best Black Friday deals. In the finale of the "Round of Hate" in "My Gift to You", Myke tells about the man (not really), the myth, the legend: E.T. for the Atari 2600. (Released 11.21.18)

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In episode 67, we discuss some big games that we’ve been playing in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, Red Dead Redemption 2, and the Spider-Man “The Heist” DLC. We also discuss the announced Playstation Classic lineup and the blowback of the Blizzcon opening presentation. In “My Gift to You”, we find out if Steak ruined Art’s childhood and Art gives Myke some history homework. (Released 11.07.18)

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In episode 67, we discuss some big games that we've been playing in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, Red Dead Redemption 2, and the Spider-Man "The Heist" DLC. We also discuss the announced Playstation Classic lineup and the blowback of the Blizzcon opening presentation. In "My Gift to You, we find out if Steak ruined Art's childhood and Art gives Myke some history homework. (Released 11.07.18)

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In episode 66, we talk about the confirmation of PSN name changes and the Rockstar/Red Dead 100 hour work week controversy. We play a little video game “would you rather?”. Finally, Steak talks about his love for Tony Hawk games and Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5 (the two may not be inclusive). (Released 10.24.18)

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In episode 66, we talk about the confirmation of PSN name changes and the Rockstar/Red Dead 100 hour work week controversy. We play a little video game "would you rather?". Finally, Steak talks about his love for Tony Hawk games and Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5 (the two may not be inclusive). (Released 10.24.18)

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In episode 65, we talk about the sudden closure of Telltale Games, Sony responding to customer demand by allowing Fortnite cross play, and rumors of PSN name changes becoming a thing in the near future? In My Gift to You, the round of hate continues as Myke tells us about “Life of Black Tiger” and then he tries to ruin Steak’s childhood. (Released 10.10.18)

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In episode 65, we talk about the sudden closure of Telltale Games, Sony responding to customer demand by allowing Fortnite cross play, and rumors of PSN name changes becoming a thing in the near future? In My Gift to You, the round of hate continues as Myke tells us about "Life of Black Tiger" and then he tries to ruin Steak's childhood. (Released 10.10.18)

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In this episode, we discuss the news from the Playstation Lineup Tour and the 9/13 Nintendo Direct. (Released 09.26.18)

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In this episode, we discuss the news from the Playstation Lineup Tour and the 9/13 Nintendo Direct. (Released 09.26.18)

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Come check out what we have to say about the recently released Marvel’s Spider-man for Playstation 4! Beginning part of this video is spoiler-free and we state when we go into full-on Spoilers (27:50)!

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Come check out what we have to say about the recently released Marvel's Spider-man for Playstation 4! Beginning part of this video is spoiler-free and we state when we go into full-on Spoilers (27:50)!

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In episode 63, we recap everything that happened at Gamescom. We talk about the Xbox All Access program. In “My Gift to You”, we talk about how Art was unable to play “Poop Slinger”.

Note: We do briefly discuss the shooting at the Jacksonville Madden event. We limit our discussion to the event and how it pertains to gaming. This event is obviously tied to a larger issue of gun violence, but we try our best to keep political discussion out of our show. Our thoughts and condolences are with everyone affected by this tragedy. (Released 09.05.18)

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In episode 63, we recap everything that happened at Gamescom. We talk about the Xbox All Access program. In "My Gift to You", we talk about how Art was unable to play "Poop Slinger".

Note: We do briefly discuss the shooting at the Jacksonville Madden event. We limit our discussion to the event and how it pertains to gaming. This event is obviously tied to a larger issue of gun violence, but we try our best to keep political discussion out of our show. Our thoughts and condolences are with everyone affected by this tragedy. (Released 09.05.18)

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In episode 62, we discuss the IGN plagiarism controversy, the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate direct event, as our 3 games that we would take with us to a desert island. (Released 08.22.18)

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In episode 62, we discuss the IGN plagiarism controversy, the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate direct event, as our 3 games that we would take with us to a desert island. (Released 08.22.18)

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In episode 61, Steak talks about completing all of the Kingdom Hearts games, we discuss the Xbox Scarlett rumors, and we talk about what games we would use to reintroduce a lapsed game into modern gaming. (Released 08.08.18)

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In episode 61, Steak talks about completing all of the Kingdom Hearts games, we discuss the Xbox Scarlett rumors, and we talk about what games we would use to reintroduce a lapsed game into modern gaming. (Released 08.08.18)

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In episode 60, we talk about the Nathan Fillion Uncharted fan film, the success of Overwatch’s Mercy charity skin, and the reveal of the Spiderman PS4 Pro. We play some video game trivia. Also, Myke and Art discuss Skate 3 and the prospects of a Skate 4. (Released 07.25.18)

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In episode 60, we talk about the Nathan Fillion Uncharted fan film, the success of Overwatch's Mercy charity skin, and the reveal of the Spiderman PS4 Pro. We play some video game trivia. Also, Myke and Art discuss Skate 3 and the prospects of a Skate 4. (Released 07.25.18)

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In episode 59, we discuss what we think the next generation of video game consoles will be. We also discuss the closing of Toys R Us and Steak tells us what he thinks of Fortnite. (Released 07.11.18)

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In episode 59, we discuss what we think the next generation of video game consoles will be. We also discuss the closing of Toys R Us and Steak tells us what he thinks of Fortnite. (Released 07.11.18)

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In episode 58, we talk about what’s coming out in the rest of 2018 and what we’re looking forward to. We also talk about the Sony-Switch-Fortnite debacle. (Released 06.27.18)

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In episode 58, we talk about what's coming out in the rest of 2018 and what we're looking forward to. We also talk about the Sony-Switch-Fortnite debacle. (Released 06.27.18)

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In episode 57, we recap all of the major E3 2018 conferences and give our reactions to the announcements.

Start time for each discussion:

21:02 – EA

38:41 – Bethesda

1:07:15 – Square-Enix

1:23:09 – Ubisoft

1:37:32 – Playstation

1:55:31 – Nintendo

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In episode 57, we recap all of the major E3 2018 conferences and give our reactions to the announcements. (Released 06.14.2018)

Start time for each discussion:

21:02 - EA 38:41 - Bethesda 1:07:15 - Square-Enix 1:23:09 - Ubisoft 1:37:32 - Playstation 1:55:31 - Nintendo

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In this episode, we discuss our third annual predictions for this upcoming E3! What do you think will be shown off?  (Released 05.30.18)

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In this episode, we discuss our third annual predictions for this upcoming E3! What do you think will be shown off?

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In episode 55, we discuss the Walmart Canada/E3 leaks, Nintendo Switch Online, and whether we think a game's ending can make or break the game. (Released 05.16.18)

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In episode 55, we discuss the Walmart Canada/E3 leaks, Nintendo Switch Online, and whether we think a game's ending can make or break the game. (Released 05.16.18)

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Episode 54 features the triumphant return of guest Ozzy Rodriguez to have a spoiler-free discussion about God of War. (Released 05.02.18)

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Episode 54 features the triumphant return of guest Ozzy Rodriguez to have a spoiler-free discussion about God of War. (Released 05.02.18)

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In this episode, we discuss the announcement of the Spiderman release date, the announcement of the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, and the ages (or years) old debate of digital vs. physical games. (Released 04.18.18)

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In this episode, we discuss the announcement of the Spiderman release date, the announcement of the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, and the ages (or years) old debate of digital vs. physical games. (Released 04.18.18)

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In this episode, we discuss the many games we have been playing, and do our own draft for the upcoming Super Smash Bros Switch! We each pick 6 3rd party characters we think will be announced for the game. The losers have to buy a PS4 controller for our group streams. Come check out who we want in!! (Released 4.4.2018)

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In this episode, we discuss the many games we have been playing, and do our own draft for the upcoming Super Smash Bros Switch! We each pick 6 3rd party characters we think will be announced for the game. The losers have to buy a PS4 controller for our group streams. Come check out who we want in!! (Released 4.4.2018)

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In this episode, we give our reactions to the most recent Nintendo Direct! Come check out what we think about what NIntendo is currently doing! (Released 03.21.18)

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In this episode, we give our reactions to the most recent Nintendo Direct! Come check out what we think about what NIntendo is currently doing! (Released 03.21.18)

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Our big 50th Episode!! Come check out our 50 favorite things from our gaming history! It’s a fully packed show!! (Released 03.07.18)

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Our big 50th Episode!! Come check out our 50 favorite things from our gaming history! It's a fully packed show!! (Released 03.07.18)

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In this episode, we talk about what we would want from the Mario Animated Movie that Nintendo has announced. We also review the game Basement, available on Steam. And all of our usual “whatcha’ playin”, “release dates”, and other gaming “news”. (Released 02.21.2018)

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In this episode, we talk about what we would want from the Mario Animated Movie that Nintendo has announced. We also review the game Basement, available on Steam. And all of our usual "whatcha' playin", "release dates", and other gaming "news". (Released 02.21.2018)

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In episode 48 we discuss a bunch of news including Red Dead Redemption 2 delay and Xbox Game Pass 1st party releases. We also talk about the experience of playing Doki Doki Literature Club. (Released 02.07.18)

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In episode 48 we discuss a bunch of news including Red Dead Redemption 2 delay and Xbox Game Pass 1st party releases. We also talk about the experience of playing Doki Doki Literature Club. (Released 02.07.18)

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In episode 47, we discuss the Nintendo Direct Mini announcements from January 11th and the reveal of Nintendo Labo. (Released 01.24.18)

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In episode 47, we discuss the Nintendo Direct Mini announcements from January 11th and the reveal of Nintendo Labo. (Released 01.24.18)

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In episode 46, we discuss our New Year’s Resolutions for gaming and which games we are looking forward to the most in 2018. (Released 01.10.18)

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In episode 46, we discuss our New Year's Resolutions for gaming and which games we are looking forward to the most in 2018. (Released 01.10.18)

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In episode 45, we discuss and select our 2017 Game of the Year. (Released 12.27.17)

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In episode 45, we discuss and select our 2017 Game of the Year. (Released 12.27.17)

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In episode 44, we discuss the news to come out of the 2017 Game Awards and PSX. (Released 12.13.17)

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In episode 44, we discuss the news to come out of the 2017 Game Awards and PSX. (Released 12.13.17)

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In episode 43, we discuss the Black Friday deals that we grabbed. We talk about Battlefront 2 and microtransactions (hopefully for the last time). We do an overview on some of the nominees and categories for The Game Awards. In “My Gift to You”, Art discusses the addictive, frustrating, simple experience of “Downwell” and Art gives Steak a gift to help fill some gaps in his GOTY knowledge. (Released 11.29.17)

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In episode 43, we discuss the Black Friday deals that we grabbed. We talk about Battlefront 2 and microtransactions (hopefully for the last time). We do an overview on some of the nominees and categories for The Game Awards. In "My Gift to You", Art discusses the addictive, frustrating, simple experience of "Downwell" and Art gives Steak a gift to help fill some gaps in his GOTY knowledge. (Released 11.29.17)

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In Episode 42, we talk about our first hands-on impressions of the Xbox One X. Electronic Arts buys Respawn. EA also makes history, but not in a good way. We go through Myke’s 2nd Annual Black Friday Sales Extravaganza. In “My Gift to You”, Myke teaches us how to conga. (Released 11.15.17)

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Microsoft discontinues Kinect https://www.polygon.com/2017/10/25/16543192/kinect-discontinued-microsoft-announcement

EA Buys Respawn http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/11/09/ea-buys-titanfall-developer-respawn

EA makes most downvoted Reddit post ever https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsBattlefront/comments/7cff0b/seriously_i_paid_80_to_have_vader_locked/dppum98/

In response to Battlefront/Reddit backlash, EA lowers price on character unlocks https://kotaku.com/ea-cuts-star-wars-battlefront-ii-hero-costs-after-wides-1820410057

CheapAssGamer Black Friday Deal spreadsheet (Google Doc) https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OJLAYnTJOJ6D1lWwLll_7N0LBperTVntQhf0jEMEVyI/edit#gid=1052886598

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In Episode 42, we talk about our first hands-on impressions of the Xbox One X. Electronic Arts buys Respawn. EA also makes history, but not in a good way. We go through Myke’s 2nd Annual Black Friday Sales Extravaganza. In “My Gift to You”, Myke teaches us how to conga. (Released 11.15.17)

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Microsoft discontinues Kinect

https://www.polygon.com/2017/10/25/16543192/kinect-discontinued-microsoft-announcement

EA Buys Respawn

http://www.ign.com/articles/2017/11/09/ea-buys-titanfall-developer-respawn

EA makes most downvoted Reddit post ever

https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsBattlefront/comments/7cff0b/seriously_i_paid_80_to_have_vader_locked/dppum98/

In response to Battlefront/Reddit backlash, EA lowers price on character unlocks

https://kotaku.com/ea-cuts-star-wars-battlefront-ii-hero-costs-after-wides-1820410057

CheapAssGamer Black Friday Deal spreadsheet (Google Doc)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OJLAYnTJOJ6D1lWwLll_7N0LBperTVntQhf0jEMEVyI/edit#gid=1052886598

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In Episode 41, we give our impressions on Super Mario Odyssey and South Park: The Fractured But Whole. We talk about the closure of Visceral Studios and Nintendo Switch sales number that just don’t seem right. We take a deep dive into the Playstation announcements from Paris Games Week. Then…there’s Night Trap. Oh, Night Trap. (Released 11.01.17)

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Visceral Closure

https://kotaku.com/ea-shuts-down-visceral-games-1819623990

https://kotaku.com/the-collapse-of-viscerals-ambitious-star-wars-game-18199161

Nintendo Switch Sales Numbers from NPD

https://wccftech.com/nintendo-npd-september-2017/

Super Mario Odyssey Full Review

https://youtu.be/ficBwH78LMU

South Park: The Fractured But Whole Full Review

https://youtu.be/zJhlb-cBvLE

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In Episode 41, we give our impressions on Super Mario Odyssey and South Park: The Fractured But Whole. We talk about the closure of Visceral Studios and Nintendo Switch sales number that just don’t seem right. We take a deep dive into the Playstation announcements from Paris Games Week. Then...there’s Night Trap. Oh, Night Trap. (Released 11.01.17)

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Visceral Closure https://kotaku.com/ea-shuts-down-visceral-games-1819623990 https://kotaku.com/the-collapse-of-viscerals-ambitious-star-wars-game-18199161

Nintendo Switch Sales Numbers from NPD https://wccftech.com/nintendo-npd-september-2017/

Super Mario Odyssey Full Review https://youtu.be/ficBwH78LMU

South Park: The Fractured But Whole Full Review https://youtu.be/zJhlb-cBvLE

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In episode 40, we discuss the hot button issue of the moment: loot crates & microtransactions. In “My Gift to You”, Myke talks about the unfulfilling experience of Frisky Business. Oh, also, Nazis are bad, mmkay. (Released 10.18.17)

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In episode 40, we discuss the hot button issue of the moment: loot crates & microtransactions. In "My Gift to You", Myke talks about the unfulfilling experience of Frisky Business. Oh, also, Nazis are bad, mmkay. (Released 10.18.17)

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In episode 39, we discuss the launch of the SNES Classic and we talk about some recent moves by Amazon and wonder if they are deliberately trying to alienate the gaming audience.  Insert obligatory PUBG talk.  We also discuss which non-gaming licenses we would cross with existing video game systems to make games that we would play.  In “My Gift to You”, we get a double dose from Steak and Art.  Also, Art forgets to bring a gift for Myke and wings it in the most erotic way possible.  (Released 10.03.17)

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In episode 39, we discuss the launch of the SNES Classic and we talk about some recent moves by Amazon and wonder if they are deliberately trying to alienate the gaming audience. Insert obligatory PUBG talk. We also discuss which non-gaming licenses we would cross with existing video game systems to make games that we would play. In “My Gift to You”, we get a double dose from Steak and Art. Also, Art forgets to bring a gift for Myke and wings it in the most erotic way possible. (Released 10.03.17)

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In episode 38, we discuss all of the announcements from the most recent Nintendo Direct. We ask ourselves what would we do if we could kill one gaming franchise and bring back another one. In “My Gift to You” we get to play catch-up as Myke discusses Super Blood Hockey. (Released 09.20.17)

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In episode 38, we discuss all of the announcements from the most recent Nintendo Direct. We ask ourselves what would we do if we could kill one gaming franchise and bring back another one. In "My Gift to You" we get to play catch-up as Myke discusses Super Blood Hockey. (Released 09.20.17)

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In episode 37, we welcome a guest, Joe Niemeyer. We discuss the disaster that was the SNES Classic pre-orders. Joe brings us the topic of what video games have heavily influenced us. In “My Gift to You”, Myke has been fired, is dead, or is in jail. We’re not sure which. So, we read a prepared statement on his behalf and give Steak a gift. (Released 09.06.17)

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In episode 37, we welcome a guest, Joe Niemeyer. We discuss the disaster that was the SNES Classic pre-orders. Joe brings us the topic of what video games have heavily influenced us. In "My Gift to You", Myke has been fired, is dead, or is in jail. We're not sure which. So, we read a prepared statement on his behalf and give Steak a gift. (Released 09.06.17)

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In episode 36, we welcome our guest Matt Kurnat. We discuss the news that has come out of Gamescom. Then we delve into the topic of if Sony made a “Classic” system like the NES Classic for the PlayStation 1, what games would we put on it. (Released 08.23.17)

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In episode 36, we welcome our guest Matt Kurnat. We discuss the news that has come out of Gamescom. Then we delve into the topic of if Sony made a "Classic" system like the NES Classic for the PlayStation 1, what games would we put on it. (Released 08.23.17)

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In episode 35, we discuss the games that we are looking forward to playing for the rest of 2017. Art talks about the mysterious life among the corn people while playing “Maize” in “My Gift to You”. (Released 08.09.17)

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In episode 35, we discuss the games that we are looking forward to playing for the rest of 2017. Art talks about the mysterious life amongst the corn people while playing "Maize" in "My Gift to You". (Released 08.09.17)

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In episode 34, we get into the PokemonGo Fest disaster, Telltale’s announcement of upcoming games, and Ubisoft hinting at making a battle royale game? Also, we talk about if there was a new Game Genie today, what would it look like and what would it do. Also, in “My Gift to You”, Steak talks about God of War 3 Remastered. (Released 07.26.17)

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In episode 34, we get into the PokemonGo Fest disaster, Telltale's announcement of upcoming games, and Ubisoft hinting at making a battle royale game? Also, we talk about if there was a new Game Genie today, what would it look like and what would it do. Also, in "My Gift to You", Steak talks about God of War 3 Remastered. (Released 07.26.17)

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In episode 33, we discuss the drought of news since E3. We talk about our Game of the Year so far and what we are looking forward to for the rest of the year. (Released 07.12.17)

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In episode 33, we discuss the drought of news since E3. We talk about our Game of the Year so far and what we are looking forward to for the rest of the year. (Released 07.12.17)

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In Episode 32, we recap the E3 Nintendo presentation and other things that we didn’t previously touch on. We discuss a ton of news, including the announcement of the SNES Classic. Art discusses his early game thoughts on “The Last of Us”. (Released 06.28.17)

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In Episode 32, we recap the E3 things that we didn't previously touch on. We discuss a ton of news, including the announcement of the SNES Classic. Art discusses his early game thoughts on "The Last of Us". (Released 06.28.17)

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In this special episode, we get together to discuss the Sony Playstation 2017 E3 press conference. (Released 06.13.17)

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In this special episode, we get together to discuss the Microsoft Xbox 2017 E3 press conference. (Released 06.13.17)

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In this special episode, we get together to discuss the EA, Bethesda, and Ubisoft 2017 E3 press conferences. (Released 06.13.17)

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In this special episode, we get together to discuss the Sony Playstation 2017 E3 press conference. (Released 06.13.17)

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In this special episode, we get together to discuss the Microsoft Xbox 2017 E3 press conference. (Released 06.13.17)

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In this special episode, we get together to discuss the EA, Bethesda, and Ubisoft 2017 E3 press conferences. (Released 06.13.17)

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In episode 31, we bring to you our 2nd annual E3 predictions. Also, in “My Gift to You”, Myke discusses dancing with Mario and Art treats himself to a game. (Released 06.06.17)

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In episode 31, we bring to you our 2nd annual E3 predictions. Also, in "My Gift to You", Myke discusses dancing with Mario and Art treats himself to a game. (Released 06.06.17)

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In episode 30, we discuss some game delays, some game announcements, and studio changes. Our guest, Trevor Bonk, has us ponder the question of whether or not gaming is good for society. In “My Gift to You”, Steak discusses the glory that is Dusty Diamond All Star Softball and he give Myke a gift that will make him work. (Released 05.23.17)

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In episode 30, we discuss some game delays, some game announcements, and studio changes. Our guest, Trevor Bonk, has us ponder the question of whether or not gaming is good for society. In "My Gift to You", Steak discusses the glory that is Dusty Diamond All Star Softball and he give Myke a gift that will make him work. (Released 05.23.17)

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In episode 29, we discuss our wishlist for the rumored SNES Mini/Classic. In “My Gift to You”, things are about to get pretty erotic as Art discusses Mr. Massagy. (Released 05.09.17)

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In episode 29, we discuss our wishlist for the rumored SNES Mini/Classic. In "My Gift to You", things are about to get pretty erotic as Art discusses Mr. Massagy. (Released 05.09.17)

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In episode 28, we recap and give our thoughts on the 4/12 Nintendo Direct, share our feelings on the discontinuation of the NES Classic, and discuss the pros and cons of handheld gaming. (Released 04.25.17)

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In episode 28, we recap and give our thoughts on the 4/12 Nintendo Direct, share our feelings on the discontinuation of the NES Classic, and discuss the pros and cons of handheld gaming. (Released 04.25.17)

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In episode 27, we discuss the released Xbox Project Scorpio specs, Atlus’ restrictions on streaming of Persona 5, and the demise of Mad Catz. We also get into the good and the bad of games being made into movies and other media. (Released 04.11.17)

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In episode 27, we discuss the released Xbox Project Scorpio specs, Atlus' restrictions on streaming of Persona 5, and the demise of Mad Catz. We also get into the good and the bad of games being made into movies and other media. (Released 04.11.17)

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In episode 26, we welcome our buddy Ozzy on to the show to discuss the meaning of life or something much more important…games. We dive into our bi-weekly dose of Nintendo Switch news. We also discuss the ridiculous controversy surrounding Mass Effect: Andromeda and our opinions on graphics in gaming overall. (Released 03.28.17)

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In episode 26, we welcome our buddy Ozzy on to the show to discuss the meaning of life or something much more important...games. We dive into our bi-weekly dose of Nintendo Switch news. We also discuss the ridiculous controversy surrounding Mass Effect: Andromeda and our opinions on graphics in gaming overall. (Released 03.28.17)

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In episode 25, we discuss our first real world experience with the Nintendo Switch after its launch and our thoughts and concerns for what the future holds for Nintendo. We also share our thoughts on Horizon: Zero Dawn. (Released 03.14.17)

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In episode 25, we discuss our first real world experience with the Nintendo Switch after its launch and our thoughts and concerns for what the future holds for Nintendo. We also share our thoughts on Horizon: Zero Dawn. (Released 03.14.17)

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In episode 24, we welcome special guests Chris and Ryan from “The Undistinguished Gentlemen”. We go full Switch mode and discuss the Switch leak, Zelda: Breath of the Wild DLC, and Myke and Steak’s hands on impressions of the Switch and many of its games. Check out Chris and Ryan at www.facebook.com/undgents/ (Released 02.28.17)

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In episode 24, we welcome special guests Chris and Ryan from "The Undistinguished Gentlemen". We go full Switch mode and discuss the Switch leak, Zelda Breath of the Wild DLC, and Myke and Steak's hands on impressions of the Switch and many of its games. Check out Chris and Ryan at https://www.facebook.com/undgents/ (Released 02.28.17)

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In episode 23, we cover GameStop’s questionable sales tactics, E3 being open to the public, and Devolver Digital helping out other developers. (Released 02.14.17)

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In episode 23, we cover GameStop's questionable sales tactics, E3 being open to the public, and Devolver Digital helping out other developers. (Released 02.14.17)

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In episode 22, we discuss whether or not we think exclusives still matter. Also, Myke discusses getting lost in Stardew Valley. (Released 1.31.17)

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In episode 22, we discuss whether or not we think exclusives still matter. Also, Myke discusses getting lost in Stardew Valley. (Released 1.31.17)

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In episode 21, we discuss our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch press event and our thoughts overall on Nintendo’s next generation of gaming. (Released 01.17.17)

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In episode 21, we discuss our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch press event and our thoughts over all on Nintendo's next generation of gaming. (Released 01.17.17)

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In episode 20, we welcome in the new year. Art vents his frustration with Telltale’s technological short comings. We talk about Blizzard’s revelation that a major Overwatch character is gay and what it means. We discuss what we want to change about our gaming habits and what games we are looking forward to (allegedly) coming out in 2017. In “My Gift to You”, Steak discusses his time as a feline in Catlateral Damage. (Released 01.03.17)

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In episode 20, we welcome in the new year. Art vents his frustration with Telltale's technological short comings. We talk about Blizzard's revelation that a major Overwatch character is gay and what it means. We discuss what we want to change about our gaming habits and what games we are looking forward to (allegedly) coming out in 2017. In "My Gift to You", Steak discusses his time as a feline in Catlateral Damage. (Released 01.03.17)

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In Episode 19, Steak vents about issues with Microsoft. We discuss our Game of the Year and announce our 1st Annual Game of the Year winner. Then we get into the holiday spirit with “My Gift to You” and some literal gifts, including one for our listeners. (Released 12.20.16)

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In Episode 19, Steak vents about issues with Microsoft. We discuss our Game of the Year and announce our 1st Annual Game of the Year winner. Then we get into the holiday spirit with "My Gift to You" and some literal gifts, including one for our listeners. (Released 12.20.16)

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In episode 18, we discuss which deals we took advantage of during Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales. We also discuss all of the big news to come out of the 2016 Game Awards show and this year’s PlayStation Experience (PSX). In “My Gift to You”, Art talks about the joys of PC gaming and it’s the return of The Coin. (Released 12.6.16)

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In episode 18, we discuss which deals we took advantage of during Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales. We also discuss all of the big news to come out of the 2016 Game Awards show and this year's PlayStation Experience (PSX). In "My Gift to You", Art talks about the joys of PC gaming and it's the return of The Coin. (Released 12.6.16)

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In episode 17, the guys discuss the shortage of NES Classic units available and wonder why Nintendo does this for every hardware release.  They discuss Watch Dogs 2’s anatomy lesson and what it means for all parties involved. Myke goes over his hot holiday shopping deals. Finally, Steak discusses his journey through Journey and what it all means (or doesn’t). (Released 11.22.16)

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In episode 17, the guys discuss the shortage of NES Classic units available and wonder why Nintendo does this for every hardware release. They discuss Watch Dogs 2's anatomy lesson and what it means for all parties involved. Myke goes over his hot holiday shopping deals. Finally, Steak discusses his journey through Journey and what it all means (or doesn't). (Released 11.22.16)

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In episode 16, we discuss weddings and wedding regrets, Phil Spencer’s comments on VR potential for the XBox Scorpio, How poorly Titanfall 2 is doing in sales, and Bethesda’s new policy on not releasing review copies of games to games media outlets.  In “My Gift to You”, Myke takes us back to a (not so) simpler time of the Sega Dreamcast.  (Released 11.08.16)

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In episode 16, we discuss weddings and wedding regrets, Phil Spencer's comments on VR potential for the XBox Scorpio, How poorly Titanfall 2 is doing in sales, and Bethesda's new policy on not releasing review copies of games to games media outlets. In "My Gift to You", Myke takes us back to a (not so) simpler time of the Sega Dreamcast. (Released 11.08.16)

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In episode 15, we discuss how war is hell in Battlefield 1.  Steak goes in depth on his PSVR experience so far and insists that it is not a gimmick.  We discuss the Red Dead Redemption 2 announcement.  We talk about the hard hitting issues with the Nintendo Switch…like whether it’s a stupid name or not.  Finally, in “My Gift to You”, we have a conversation about Gal Gun that brings out all of the innuendos that a game like that should.  (Released 10.25.16)

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In episode 15, we discuss how war is hell in Battlefield 1. Steak goes in depth on his PSVR experience so far and insists that it is not a gimmick. We discuss the Red Dead Redemption 2 announcement. We talk about the hard hitting issues with the Nintendo Switch...like whether it's a stupid name or not. Finally, in "My Gift to You", we have a conversation about Gal Gun that brings out all of the innuendos that a game like that should. (Released 10.25.16)

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In episode 14, we discuss PS4 mods, DLC that’s not DLC, and Twitch Prime. We dive a little bit deeper into our thoughts and consumption patterns of watching streams of gamers.  In “My Gift to You”, we discuss showering with your dad, orgasm guns, and confusing time in a boy’s life while playing a UFC game.  (Released 10.11.16)

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In episode 14, we discuss PS4 mods, DLC that's not DLC, and Twitch Prime. We dive a little bit deeper into our thoughts and consumption patterns of watching streams of gamers. In "My Gift to You", we discuss showering with your dad, orgasm guns, and confusing time in a boy's life while playing a UFC game. (Released 10.11.16)

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In episode 13, we discuss how we don’t have a ton of recent stuff to discuss due to busy times in our lives.  We talk about Sony possibly trying to distance themselves from the No Man’s Sky PR disaster.  We briefly get into PC vs. Console gaming and recent outrageous comments made in regards to that constant debate.  We (mostly Myke and Steak) discuss our favorite horror games.  In “My Gift to You”, we discuss a visual novel and Art wonders how this is even considered a game genre.  (Released 09.27.16)

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In episode 13, we discuss how we don't have a ton of recent stuff to discuss due to busy times in our lives. We talk about Sony possibly trying to distance themselves from the No Man's Sky PR disaster. We briefly get into PC vs. Console gaming and recent outrageous comments made in regards to that constant debate. We (mostly Myke and Steak) discuss our favorite horror games. In "My Gift to You", we discuss a visual novel and Art wonders how this is even considered a game genre. (Released 09.27.16)

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In Episode 12, the guys go off the beaten path and discuss apple orchards, winning at life, and pending nuptials.  Oh, there’s also some talk about Sony going back to their roots and being generally disappointing.  (Released 09.13.16)

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In Episode 12, the guys go off the beaten path and discuss apple orchards, winning at life, and pending nuptials. Oh, there's also some talk about Sony going back to their roots and being generally disappointing. (Released 09.13.16)

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In episode 11 of The Sticks Podcast, we discuss what we’ve played since the last time. Steak fights off a hangover. We make jokes at the expense of games with terribly generic names. We work on the production of “The News” segment…and discuss news. We look ahead at the loaded fall release schedule and discuss what we’re looking forward to. In “My Gift to You”, we find out if Myke was a good little communist and we see if Steak can experience “new game smell”. (Released 08.30.16)

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In episode 11 of The Sticks Podcast, we discuss what we've played since the last time. Steak fights off a hangover. We make jokes at the expense of games with terribly generic names. We work on the production of "The News" segment...and discuss news. We look ahead at the loaded fall release schedule and discuss what we're looking forward to. In "My Gift to You", we find out if Myke was a good little communist and we see if Steak can experience "new game smell". (Released 08.30.16)

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In Episode 10, the guys discuss what they’re playing and Myke gets in to No Man’s Sky.  They talk about the news and touch on PS Vita being hacked, upcoming PS Neo announcements, and the future of Kotaku.  They discuss whether Xbox Live Gold and PS+ are worth our money.  In “My Gift to You”, Art and Myke exchange gifts.

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In Episode 10, the guys discuss what they're playing and Myke gets in to No Man's Sky. They talk about the news and touch on PS Vita being hacked, upcoming PS Neo announcements, and the future of Kotaku. They discuss whether Xbox Live Gold and PS+ are worth our money. In "My Gift to You", Art and Myke exchange gifts.

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In episode 9, the guys discuss what they’re playing.  They talk about current events focusing on Nintendo NX rumors, We Happy Few early release, and Nintendo not benefiting as much as originally thought from Pokemon Go.  Then…they let the hate flow through them when they discuss games that make them rage quit and Myke bring up the sensitive subject of inverted controls.  In the “My Gift to You” segment, Myke discusses the game that Steak gifted to him and puts Art through a quiz to determine his gift. (Released 08.02.16)

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In episode 9, the guys discuss what they're playing. They talk about current events focusing on Nintendo NX rumors, We Happy Few early release, and Nintendo not benefiting as much as originally thought from Pokemon Go. Then...they let the hate flow through them when they discuss games that make them rage quit and Myke bring up the sensitive subject of inverted controls. In the "My Gift to You" segment, Myke discusses the game that Steak gifted to him and puts Art through a quiz to determine his gift. (Released 08.02.16)

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In Episode 8, we deal with some technical difficulties and in the process scrap the best 8 minutes in the history of podcasting. We discuss what we’re playing. We talk about news involving Evolve going free to play and the announcement of the NES Classic. We discuss the unavoidable phenomenon that is Pokemon Go and give some sound financial advice (We are not responsible if you take the financial advice of 3 guys who can barely manage their own finances and in the process lose everything that you have). We discuss our mid-year awards. Art and Steak discuss “Not A Hero” in a segment we like to call “My Gift to You”. (Released 07.19.16)

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In Episode 8, we deal with some technical difficulties and in the process scrap the best 8 minutes in the history of podcasting. We discuss what we're playing. We talk about news involving Evolve going free to play and the announcement of the NES Classic. We discuss the unavoidable phenomenon that is Pokemon Go and give some sound financial advice (We are not responsible if you take the financial advice of 3 guys who can barely manage their own finances and in the process lose everything that you have). We discuss our mid-year awards. Art and Steak discuss "Not A Hero" in a segment we like to call "My Gift to You". (Released 07.19.16)

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In Episode 7, we discuss what we are (or aren’t) playing.  We discuss gaps in our gaming history that we wish we didn’t have.  On the heels of E3, we discuss how early is too early to announce a game.  In “My Gift to You”, Myke discusses his experience with Hatoful Boyfriend and his conspiracy theory on what is actually going on.  Pre-recorded on 6.25.16.  (Released on 07.05.16)

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In Episode 7, we discuss what we are (or aren't) playing. We discuss gaps in our gaming history that we wish we didn't have. On the heels of E3, we discuss how early is too early to announce a game. In "My Gift to You", Myke discusses his experience with Hatoful Boyfriend and his conspiracy theory on what is actually going on. Pre-recorded on 6.25.16. (Released on 07.05.16)

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In episode 6, we discuss what we’re currently playing. Art talks about his experience with the Playstation VR demo. We take a look back at our E3 predictions and see just how wrong we were. We discuss some E3 news that we haven’t previously discussed. In “My Gift to You”, Art talks about his experience with Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F and gifts a game to Myke.

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In episode 6, we discuss what we're currently playing. Art talks about his experience with the Playstation VR demo. We take a look back at our E3 predictions and see just how wrong we were. We discuss some E3 news that we haven't previously discussed. In "My Gift to You", Art talks about his experience with Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F and gifts a game to Myke.

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In the last of three E3 special episodes, the guys discuss EA’s, Bethesda’s, and Ubisoft’s E3 2016 presentations.  (Released 06.14.16)

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In the second of three E3 special episodes, the guys discuss Microsoft’s Xbox E3 2016 presentation.  (Released 06.14.16)

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In the first of three E3 special episodes, the guys discuss Sony’s E3 2016 presentation. (Released 06.14.16)

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In the last of three E3 special episodes, the guys discuss EA's, Bethesda's, and Ubisoft's E3 2016 presentations.

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In the second of three E3 special episodes, the guys discuss Microsoft's Xbox E3 2016 presentation.

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In the first of three E3 special episodes, the guys discuss Sony's E3 2016 presentation.

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In episode 5 of The Sticks Podcast, as always, we discuss what games we’re playing. Art lets out a rant about video game publishers spoiling the hype around E3. We discuss some E3 predictions and hopes. For “My Gift to You”, Steak discusses his feelings on playing Resident Evil 6 for more than 5 minutes. Finally, Steak presents his gift to Art. Will he smite (ha, get it?) Art for the MOBA debacle? (Released 06.07.16)

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In episode 5 of The Sticks Podcast, as always, we discuss what games we're playing. Art lets out a rant about video game publishers spoiling the hype around E3. We discuss some E3 predictions and hopes. For "My Gift to You", Steak discusses his feelings on playing Resident Evil 6 for more than 5 minutes. Finally, Steak presents his gift to Art. Will he smite (ha, get it?) Art for the MOBA debacle? (Released 06.07.16)

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In episode 4 of The Sticks Podcast, we discuss what games we’re playing. Steak is playing another game that gets plenty of confused stares and immature jokes. We talk about the idea of buying games purely as a show of support. We talk about discontinued game franchises that we would like to see return. Myke talks about his gift from Steak. Finally, Myke presents his gift to Steak in a manner that makes Steak contemplate calling it quits in the podcast world. (Released 05.10.16)

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In episode 4 of The Sticks Podcast, we discuss what games we're playing. Steak is playing another game that gets plenty of confused stares and immature jokes. We talk about the idea of buying games purely as a show of support. We talk about discontinued game franchises that we would like to see return. Myke talks about his gift from Steak. Finally, Myke presents his gift to Steak in a manner that makes Steak contemplate calling it quits in the podcast world. (Released 05.10.16)

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In episode 3 of The Sticks Podcast, we discuss what we believe the future of Nintendo looks like with the rumors of the Nintendo NX, the announced releases of Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare and Battlefield 1, and Steak discusses his MOBA experience in the “My Gift To You” segment. We also narrowly avoid not one, but two near major technical malfunctions. (Released on 05.10.16)

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In episode 3 of The Sticks Podcast, we discuss what we believe the future of Nintendo looks like with the rumors of the Nintendo NX, the announced releases of Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare and Battlefield 1, and Steak discusses his MOBA experience in the "My Gift To You" segment. We also narrowly avoid not one, but two near major technical malfunctions. (Released on 05.10.16)

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In the episode 2 of The Sticks Podcast we discuss Playstation Neo\4.5, talk about what we think about the rise of VR, Myke and Steak try to sell Art on a PS Vita, and Art discusses Device 6 and introduces a twist to the "My Gift To You" segment. Yes...a twist in the second episode. (Released 04.26.16)

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In episode 2 of The Sticks Podcast we discuss Playstation Neo/4.5, talk about what we think about the rise of VR, Myke and Steak try to sell Art on a PS Vita, and Art discusses Device 6 and introduces a twist to the “My Gift To You” segment. Yes…a twist in the second episode. (Released 04.26.16)

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In the first ever episode of The Sticks Podcast we introduce ourselves, discuss what we’re currently playing, talk about our all time favorite games, and introduce a recurring segment called “My Gift To You”. (Released 04.12.16)

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In the first ever episode of The Sticks Podcast we introduce ourselves, discuss what we're currently playing, talk about our all time favorite games, and introduce a recurring segment called "My Gift To You". (Released 04.12.16)