Games with Jon & James: Recent Episodes
Jon and James
Welcome to our show! On our channel we discuss all things related to video games. We take a deeper look at various review pieces, give our opinions and just have a good time! Relax and sit for a spell with two avid gamers as we discuss all things gaming!
In this solo episode, I gush about Bomb Rush Cyberfunk... It's really good.
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James is back solo and sharing his thoughts on the first of many games to come from his backlog, which is Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters.
If you enjoy the first six entries in the mainline franchise be sure to listen to this episode!
Also a big shoutout to Playasia for releasing this and many other titles in physical format!
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Have you ever looked at your collection and just been stunned by how vast it is and it resulted in you not knowing what to play next? I sure have.
James shares his current dilemma and plans for the future when it comes to gaming, his collecting goals moving forward, and some advice on how tackle your personal gaming backlog.
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James is back, and he has a list of nearly 30 new games coming out this year. Is this too much of a good thing? Or do we just need to practice moderations? ... It's probably the former, the later would mean accepting responsibility for our actions; and I know no one wants that.
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On this episode, I'm joined by Podcasters United member, and fellow QTB affiliate John Nubern as we discuss the "Next Big Thing" in gaming.
Will VR take a bigger foothold? Will processing speeds get even faster? Or will things stay exactly the same, and the industry is creatively (and ingenuitively) bankrupt? Let's discuss...
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In this episode of What's Goin' On w/ Jon, I give a dramatic reading of my recent article -- hosted by the fine folks over on QuitTheBuild.com -- pertaining to a hidden gem PS2 game: Bujingai: The Forsaken City
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This week finds us revisiting Final Fantasy XVI now that Jon has played some more.
Join us as we share our thoughts on not only this game but where we want to see the franchise going.
Also, do not attempt to order 10 soft-serve cones from McDonalds....you have been warned.
In this episode, we discuss some of the features, functions, and overall fun we miss seeing in modern gaming. Maybe some of these things are obsolete, maybe they only matter to certain people, but we'll be damned if we don't miss them all the same.
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In this episode, I bring some of the recent developments of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes to our listeners. I also examine what's to gain if workers in the Games industry push for union representation as well.
Could you imagine???
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Jon is back from Brazil, newly married, and in love with the game... And games, in general. 2023 is shaping up to be a big year in gaming; we're only half way through, and solid bangers have been hitting shelves since New Year's Day!
What's been your favorite game of 2023 thus far? Let us know!
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Final Fantasy XVI is here and it is a game you don't want to miss.
Join me as I talk about what makes this game great and address all the criticism and hopefully sway your opinion on what is arguably the best Final Fantasy ever.
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Jon is still on vacation so that means another episode with James!
In this episode I discuss what just happened with the Nintendo Direct.....lets just say they are giving us everything we could hope for in the JRPG world!
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There is a lot of amazing gaming news and I am here to share it with you!
From Final Fantasy 9 remake to Persona 3 Reload, I talk all the good news in the JRPG world!
I also finally started Tears of the Kingdom, so buckle up for my first impressions!
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Join us as we give our first impressions of Summer Games Fest 2023.
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It's finally here! The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is out, Jon has been playing it, while James has been catching up with it's prequel.
In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons, the franchise shakeup taking place, and if this is really what we want for the future of Zelda.
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Following up on our guest appearance on the Super Pod Saga where we discussed our favorite video game protagonists, in this episode, we go bad. We discuss our favorite antagonists, villains, and all around bad guys.
Check out Super Pod Saga for our guest episode all about the good guys!
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In this episode, James dives into the Star Ocean franchise and takes you through their storied history. If you like sci-fi space-based games this is an episode you do not want to miss!
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I got nothing folks, tar and feather my co-host at your leisure — I joke, but in this episode, we raise the flame shields and expose our unpopular opinions about gaming. Do you agree? Begrudgingly agree? Let us know!
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Jon is back, and he's ready to jump back into the podcast with an episode exploring the Other side of Sonic the Hedgehog. Bill is back, from the Gaming and Collecting Podcast, and we'll see if he can out-Sonic our resident Sonic expert.
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It's another retro review brought to you by James! This week we dive into the world of Final Fantasy Tactics and showcase why it is the best strategy RPG of all time!
Do you agree?
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Screw the episode description, let's do this.
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It's What's Goin' on w/ Jon, in this episode I discuss my newfound thoughts and feelings on the latest Sonic the Hedgehog game, Sonic Frontiers.
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In this episode, we begin an epic series of top 10 JRPG games across all consoles and handhelds, and what better way to start than with the Playstation 2!
I couldn't do this alone and since Jon and JRPGs don't mix I enlisted the support of Bill from the Gaming and Collecting Podcast!
Join us as we talk about the best JRPGs on this system!
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In this episode Jon & James talk about how the gaming industry is now bigger than Hollywood and all major sports combined and where the industry is potentially going.
What does the future hold for us as gamers?
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James has hijacked the show again to talk about his top-five snow levels in gaming!
Did your favorite snow-level make the cut?
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Jon and James are back, and while we were away, Naoki Yoshida sets the world ablaze with the rather reasonable hot-take of 'the term JRPG is a bit dismissive'
Now that the internet has had its collective meltdown, it's time for your resident RPG and everything-else-but-RPG gamers to weigh in on the matter. What do you think? Let us know!
EDIT: The wrong episode was uploaded on its Monday debut. The episode has been updated. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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Just Jon for this episode... Aren't you lucky?
In this edition of What's Going On? w/ Jon, I hit you with a review for Bethesda Softworks' shadow dropped surprise hit Hi-Fi Rush. Does it go platinum, or does it belong in the bargain bin of HMV? Find out in my review!
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2023 has been pretty damn good thus far. Let's talk about some recent releases.
This also marks the final episode where GW/J&J will be recorded in person. We wish James the best as he starts his new chapter in Utah. May good gaming keep you warm in the shivering Salt Lake seasons.
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I'm back with another fun retro review!!
This week we take a look at a more recent action rpg in Tales of Berseria!
This amazing game came out in 2017 so it is a little more modern when it comes to a retro review but trust me when i say.....this is one you don't want to miss!
Join me for a deep dive into this wonderful game and see if it is worth your time!
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With Jon's triumphant return, we take a look at the Nintendo Switch in 2023. Hard to believe it's been 6 years since its debut and took the world by storm. Is there gas left in the tank, or are we seeing the last sputter of life in the console? Let's discuss...
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When it comes to retro games there are so many deserving of the Octopath Traveler HD2D remaster treatment and in this weeks episode we dive into some monumental news from Square Enix.
Square Enix decided to poll their fanbase in Japan in regards to what titles they want to see remastered in HD2D which is guaranteed to shake up the retro scene and we discuss what I think are some of the best options for this!
What game from Square Enix do you feel deserves to be remastered?
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Jon is still out so you know what that means.....it's time for another edition of Games with James!
On this episode I talk about the hidden gem of the Final Fantasy franchise that is Final Fantasy V! This game never gets the credit it deserves so join me as I review this amazing game and hopefully convince you to play this amazing game!
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Surprise again!
It's time for another edition of Games with James as Jon is away for work and what better way to do this than with a fun JRPG review!!!
I review The Alliance Alive and let me tell you....this game is a lot of fun and I definitely recommend you pick this up and enjoy a wonderful saga style adventure!
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Surprise! Friday episode!
In the episode, we're joined by our friend Branden where we review the debut episode of The Last of Us on HBO. Does it stay true to the source material, does it live up to the hype, or does this naughty dog need to be put down? We've got our opinions, and you're gonna hear 'em!
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Season 4 is here, and that's perfectly clear! In this episode, we look ahead to the major releases we can't wait to play.
What are you looking forward to in 2023? Let us know!
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2022 is coming to an end, so it's as good a time as any to reflect on the good, the bad, and the RPGs that got played... Or didn't.
This is also the final episode for Season 3 of Games with Jon & James. Thank you for listening to us for over a year! We'll be taking a brief break for the holiday season, and we'll be back in 2023 for Season 4. See you then!
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We've all felt it once or twice, you have a brand new game you just want to dive in... And you don't. Why is that? Well, let's talk about it.
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Music is one of the driving factors for making your video game experience all the more immersive and enjoyable and in this episode we take a look at the titans of the industry when it comes to composing and sound design.
Who is your favorite video game composer?
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In this episode, Jon gives his impressions of the latest Sonic the Hedgehog game: Sonic Frontiers.
Everything building up to this game has been a mystery; namely if it'll be fun to play or not. Thankfully, as the last word on anything Sonic related, you'll get the answer.
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There have been many handheld systems over the decades but there is only one fantasy draft by Jon & James.
Join us as we draft our favorites and reminisce about the glory days of these mighty handheld consoles!
We've danced around it long enough. God of War Ragnarok is right around the corner, so it's only fitting to talk about our history with the series, where we feel its at now, and our hopes(?) for the future.
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In this episode we take our first trip into the world of Pokemon and oh boy is it a trip!
From Gameboy's being stolen, broken and to getting caught stealing while being consumed by the Pokemon craze; we dive into what this franchise means to us and what we hope for in the future.
PSA - Use at Towel.
In this episode, we give our impressions on the demo for Star Ocean: The Divine Force. A PS5 game unstuck in time, opening the floodgates for discussion on what exactly makes a next gen game a "next gen game."
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Hard to believe it's already been a year since we launched our podcast. As a token of our appreciation, we're celebrating this accomplishment by answering Your questions! This is going to be a long one, so settle in!
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Since the Playstation 1, Sony has been a dominant force in the gaming industry.
From business deals being broken to anger driving the team that created the Playstation, we dive deep into the history of the making of one of the best selling consoles and start of a video game dynasty.
Bust out the rose tinted glasses, we're regaling you with stories of games past. It's Autumn, so now's as good a time as any to remember the good times games have given us... As long as that game is not Sonic Heroes.
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Do you enjoy games like FortNite, Overwatch, League of Legends and more?
Is live-service gaming your jam?
Well in this episode we take a closer look at games that have done it right and the plethora of titles that failed spectacularly.
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Let's listen to Jon gush about Splatoon for an hour.
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SEGA has been a mainstay in the video game world and in this episode we take a deep dive into their rise and fall.
What did they do right and what did they do wrong?
Join us and find out!
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This is 1998 - Half-Life and Valve, Banjo-Kazooie, Unreal, Metal Gear Solid... Those games alone would make this a dope year for video games, but there's even more! How much? Listen and find out!
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Do you like Beat 'Em Games? Do you like Indie games? Then why not enjoy both!
We finally do another review and this game hits it out of the park!
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Is it N You? Did you get N or get out? With how many games didn't make the top 10, you gotta see where you favs stack up.
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In this episode we hit you with that 90's attitude that could only come from a SEGA Genesis. Nintendo couldn't deliver this awesomeness so SEGA is here to deliver that 90's attitude in spades.
These are the top 10 games for the Genesis with some honorable and dishonorable mentions...Ecco the Dolphin looking at you.
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In our latest installment in Fallen Franchises, we look at the glorious highs, and cringe inducing lows of the Final Fantasy franchise.
Will your favorite escape our scathing rebuke of the most prolific and beloved RPG franchises? Probably, there's like over a 20 of these damn games, like whoa.
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We are back for Season 3 and we wanted to kick things off with a bang....so we talk about monetization in gaming.
We take a look at the history of it, the recent past and the current predicament the gaming industry as a whole is in.
What are your thoughts on monetization in gaming?
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In our season finale, we discuss the single player video game — Is it thriving? Are they dwindling? Are they a hanger-on of times past, or are we in a renaissance of ideas and worlds and stories to explore? Here's what we've got to say on that!
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Summer Games Fest and all associated conferences and presentations have come to a close. We got some last minute reveals, and you can hear our thoughts on all of that, right here.
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In today's episode, I go over the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, and PC Gaming Show. Whether it's a first person shooter, first person adventure game, first person RPG, first person RTS game, I've got you covered.
Thanks for listening in as I covered Summer Games Fest, I hope you all have something to look forward to playing this year!
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In this episode, I explore some of my fav games of the show thus far, and of course force feed Sonic the Hedgehog news. I'm a fan, can you really blame me?
If you're interested in any of the games listed, check out their trailers, and let us know what Your favorite games of the show are!
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It's Summer. You know what that means? It's Game Time!
The first of a set of episodes starring myself, Jon, as I breakdown the news, previews, and hand-ons experiences of the on-going Summer Games Fest! In this episode, we breakdown the main event, as well as the Limited Run Summer Showcase, and of course IGN First's on Sonic Frontiers, and Sonic Central.
This'll be a quick one, folks. Blink and you might miss it.
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Summer Games Fest kicks off with some hot reveals, exclusives, and Sony's State of Play. Who will take the gold in Geoff Keighley's Video Game Olympics this year? We'll have our take on the latest news and reveals as they develop.
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This is 2017: From the launch of the Nintendo Switch, to Fortnite's meteoric rise to dominance, we discuss the biggest news, releases, and controversies from 2017.
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In this edition of Fallen Franchises, we delve into the legacy of Capcom VS — Whether its Marvel, Tatsunoko, SNK, or derby horses, Ken will Shoyruken spam anyone, any time.
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In this episode, we discuss a range of topics from professional wrestling, to super hero movies, and our review of Sonic the Hedgehog 2... The movie, not the game. If you can listen to this episodes, you can tell if you enjoy our show or not. Only took you 27 episodes to find out, we applaud your grit and sticktoitiveness.
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In this episode, we welcome back Jon, and investigate the interesting disparities of retro video game collecting. It can be surprisingly affordable... If you can read Japanese, and primarily play fighting games and platformers, of course.
CW: Jon is back, so that means the 'Explicit' tag is as well. Just a heads up
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In this weeks episode we have another special guest with Tony and he and James dive deep into why Final Fantasy 6 is beyond amazing and if you haven't experienced it yet make sure that you do!
We also talk about a serious issue in gaming as a whole and that is gatekeeping and why it is bad and should never be done.
Then finally we take a few left turns with random video game and 80's movies and enjoy a brief trip down memory lane!
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This episode is shorter than the rest and it is the first venture we do solo....strap in it is going to be a bumpy ride haha!
James delivers some gaming news, offers a behind the scenes look into this weeks episode and even speaks into existence another topic that will be a permanent part of the show!
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We have a special guest host this week as we dive deep into storytelling and our personal top 5 games and/or franchises that focus on a good story!
A good narrative can drive the pacing of your game and fully immerse you in its world and the games we have chosen definitely do their best to take you on a story driven adventure in their respective worlds.
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It has been a long time in the making......coming at you fast is our top 10 Sonic games list!
We take a deep dive into Sonic games with a few honorable mentions and this is the best of the best according to Jon. (James was not harmed in the making of this episode lol)
Buckle up as we go fast and hit you with the best Sonic games of all time!
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Do you find yourself taking trips down nostalgia lane and thinking about all the craziness that came out in the 90's and early 00's?
Well you can scratch that itch with our latest episode taking a look at the good, bad and ugly of old video game cartoons!
Did yours make the cut? Stick around and find out!
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In this episode James finally gets to talk JRPG's much to the chagrin of Jon. We take a look at the top 10 JRPG's according to James for the PS1. (Jon was not harmed at all in the making of this episode).
Did your game make the list? Do you feel James is a little crazy with his choices? Either way let us know your thoughts!
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In this episode we dive into open world gaming and discuss whether or not there is too much of it.
Are developers leaning too heavily into making open world games? Are they evolving and going to be the way forward for gaming? With Horizon Forbidden West and Elden Ring having released recently they are definitely here to stay so join us for shenanigans and good times as we take a journey on this open world.
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In this episode, we explore the legacy, trials and tribulations of the titularly titled Blue Bomber himself: The Super Fighting Robot, Mega Man!
Has Mega Man run his course? After 11 games, dozens of spin-offs and sequels, can Mega have another shot at the title, or is this one series that Capcom needs to put out to pasture? (like they have with Final Fight, Ghosts & Goblins, Dead Rising, Lost Planet, Dino Crisis, Onimusha... I could go on)
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In this episode we dive deep into the world of indie games with some spicy recommendations and a very.......random shoutout haha.
If you want to take a break from AAA games like Elden Ring and Horizon Forbidden West check these games out and enjoy, also we are finally on YouTube so subscribe and listen there as well!
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In this episode after a long winter break we are officially back and bigger than ever! We have some gaming news, a few quick reviews, a return to form with a never ending gag(at Jon's expense of course) and we have a pretty awesome announcement as well.
Stick around and get ready for more laughs, gaming news, shenanigans and the occasional hot take as season two is here!
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In this episode we finally share our top 25 games of all time list that we have been talking about for weeks.....finally haha! There are games across all genres; some you have heard before and definitely some new ones!
This is our Season 1 Finale so we are ending with a bang! Thank you for sticking around and welcome to our latest feature film haha!
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In the episode, we're joined by a guest — Our friend, actor, martial artist, and repository of Kingdom Hearts knowledge, Branden Laredo. We discuss the series, how it became the train wreck it did(?), and our hopes for the future.
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In this episode we discuss the timeless argument of digital vs. physical when it comes to how you collect your games. Choose a fighter, be it physical or digital, and join us as we dive into which is the better choice! Spoiler alert......everyone is right in this one!
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Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2022, we discuss the merits - and drawbacks - of turn based RPGs. Are they an antiquated combat system, or do they have still have a place in modern gaming? Plus, a recap on how we spent our holiday break.
ALSO: Awesome Games Done Quick 2022 is LIVE! If you wanna watch some awesome speed runs, donate to a good cause, and possibly win some cool prizes, head over to GamesDoneQuick.com to take part in the action!
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In this episode we go over a recent top 50 video games of all time list published by gamesradar. Unlike the IGN list this list hit it out of the park with very few exceptions! Join us in our feature length movie...er episode as we breakdown the choices for this list!
Also we give a sneak peek in this episode into something pretty darn amazing coming up on the horizon!
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In this episode, we discuss great gaming holiday memories, and our hopes for 2022. We also touch on The Game Awards aka Geoff Keighley's Video Game Olympics and Turgid Teaser Trailer Tournament. Did your game win? What trailers tickled your proverbial pickle? Let's talk about it!
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It's been 9 episodes of shenanigans and we are finally doing a review for you. You will never hear a review like this I promise so stick around and see why you should play and or buy the game in todays episode. If not.....well you missed out and should forever be alone with Sonic Heroes.
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In this episode... It's time to talk about Sonic. This time it's for real. You're welcome; I accept your apology.
This is our first episode of our podcast within a podcast: Fallen Franchises. In these episodes, we take a look at the rise, and fall, and potential rise again of games, developers, publishers, you name it! Can Sega keep Sonic alive at this rate? At any rate for that matter? Let's talk about it.
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In this episode we defend video games that are downright bad....but we enjoyed them anyway! These games are by no means good games....yet they are near and dear to our gaming hearts so we wanted to share them with you.
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In this episode we do our first ever replay and briefly discuss what we spoke about last episode. After that we talk about ten games that have come out in the last two years that you need to stop what you are doing and play them now.
We also give a few retro titles so be sure to get your wallet ready this holiday season!
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In this episode we talk about originality in games and is it a lost art form? Are your games copy/paste or original works? Is there anything left that could be considered original in video games today? Let's find out!
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In this episode, we draft our dream teams of video game mascots. What qualifies as a mascot? Was it a character designed to be put on backpacks, lunchboxes, and bed spreads? Yeah, that'd do it.
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In this episode, we discuss the transition away from couch co-op and local multiplayer, and should it come back. We also talk about the shift from fun to professional gaming. Are both things mutually exclusive? Can they co-exist? Listen and find out!
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In this episode, we discuss perfect video games. Does that mean flawless? Well no, even though that makes no sense, trust me, we'll explain it. Also, favorite root vegetable: Potato, clear winner.
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Welcome to the pilot episode of Games w/ Jon & James!
In our debut episode, we discuss IGN's Top 64 games of all time... And why it's wrong. Or is it? Yeah probably.
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