Dead Tired Dads: Recent Episodes

Dead Tired Dads

A podcast for gamers who don't have time to game.

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In today's episode Josh and Ryan talk Tamagotchi and other digital pets. Ryan reviews Another Crab's Treasure and the frustrations of "Souls Style" games. Josh reviews Princess Peach Showtime and the need for more intro level games.

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It's time for our May news episode. There are acquisitions, lawsuits, and Microsoft may be changing the console landscape, while Sony wonders what exactly they are doing. Also, LEGOs are expensive.

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Today's episode features bulging muscles and television references (and absolutely no negative references to Scientology). Ryan has been playing Shredder's Revenge and Josh gives a brief introduction to Hogwarts Legacy.

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WELCOME to the April News episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast. In this episode Josh gets free stuff, and debate rages over Game Informer's selection process for the greatest game of all time (even if the outcome is accurate).

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In this brand new Dead Tired Dads Podcast episode Matt returns (and this time you can hear him!). There's a lot of talk about Street Fighter II, Street Fighter the Movie, and Street Fighter the Movie the Game (it's confusing but that's ok). Ryan reviews Persona 3, Josh sorta reviews Myst on Occulus and Hawked, and Matt reviews the new Battle Royale mode in WOW, then talks about Unicorn Overlord, and reviews Final Fantasy VII for the Switch. This episode is chock full of nuts so get some.

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Welcome to the March news update! Josh realizes that he wasted years not eating enough bacon. Also, Matt rejoins the podcast (but there were some audio issues...so he's hard to hear). Also layoffs are happening in the gaming industry, there's a new X-Men Cartoon and an official announcement for a new Mario movie, and fast travel is bad...unless it leads to a new possibility for a micro-transaction. SERIOUSLY, DO NOT EAT RAW MEAT!

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On this very special episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast, Josh discovers his hidden desire to start a hockey team in Kentucky. The Dads also learn that playing video games is actually very good for you and can be educational. Daniel relays information from a study that sheds light on how video games are actually good for you. Josh talks about how video games have helped him be a better musician and discusses the subscription based Rocksmith+. Ryan talks about using captured monsters to build factories in Palworld.

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Welcome to our February news episode. Come hear about the incredible 18th century Christmas tradition Snapdragon (also known as burn your 18th century cottage down). Also in this episode, Disney spends a ton of money investing in Epic Games, lots of new Nintendo games were announced, and is Xbox seems to be trying to murder it's console department?

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Once again, the dads rant against the death of physical media. Then Josh talks about a game that he bought a digital copy for. Ryan talks about Advance Wars 1 & 2.

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Welcome to season 3! This is our first video game news episode. Josh also bought a new toothbrush, which seemed important at the time. Mickey Mouse is in the public domain. What does that mean for video games? Microsoft had a developers' conference announcing 5 new games. Also, Mario and Donkey Kong aren't friends anymore.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS! In this episode Josh learns that dropping Christmas trees on his toe is bad, GameStop finally comes through, and the guys talk about some great games that are coming out for at least the second time.

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Have you listened to our other episodes? Cause you should. This episode features lots of references. Daniel fails at his ONE JOB. Ryan explores the world of video game streaming. Josh plays a great game that is not Game of the Year material.

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This episode introduces a new dad to the podcast. Ryan forgets the first rule of electronics. Josh has a new GameStop rant. Josh talks about Pikmin Remastered. Ryan talks about Xcom2.

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Come on a journey down the rabbit hole into very strange happenings with Ryan's phone and Josh's trip to the gym. Ryan talks about Pokemon, and gives Josh and introductory TED talk. Josh talks about his love of Sonic 2 and the amazingness that was Sega.

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An episode filled with ADD moments. Today the podcast welcomes 3 exceptionally dead tired dads. Ryan kinda talks about Metroid Prime Remastered, Matt talks about Baldur's Gate 3, and Josh plays with Legos.

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Special guest and Dead Tired Mom Emi returns in this episode where she and Josh talk about his foolishness and if you stick around long enough you get to hear a little bit more about their early relationship. They also talk about video games, cause you know, that's what this podcast is about.

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This super special episode features the greatest guest the Dead Tired Dads Podcast has ever had. Josh's wife Emily comes on and gives us her top five games. Josh reviews Lego 2k Drive.

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In this episode Ryan returns. Josh (The Glue) loses big due to purchase paralysis but then wins big at GameStop (for a change). Ryan laments the fact that one person doesn't like us (for some reason). There is only one game that matters this month and Ryan and Josh talk about it A LOT. Come hear what they have to say about "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom."

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Ryan gets a break as long time friend and co-founder of Dead Tired Dads, Matt, fills in. In this episode the dads talk about some games but also video games in other media.

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In this jam packed episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast, Josh takes his kids to a drum store.  Ryan tries to read Stephen King and Josh also tries to read books.  Josh also almost plays God of War, but gets distracted by something more important.  Ryan plays Xenoblade Chronicles and The Legend of Zelda: Minish Cap.  Josh also introduces a new segment on the show and once again rants on Gamestop.

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Welcome back!  This is a super special season 2 premiere, full of glorious video game discussion and commentary on daily life with kids.  ENJOY!!

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In a very special Season Finale Josh and Ryan reflect on the last year of making the Dead Tired Dads Podcast.  

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Come in and enjoy this episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast in which Josh discovers the horror of extermination, and Ryan realizes a devious plot to make him cut grass.  Ryan reviews Two Point Campus.  Josh reviews Super Hot (Oculus Version).

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Josh and Ryan discuss the changing technology and how it effects the ways they interact with their kids.  Josh also congratulates Ryan on a successful recommendation.  Josh reviews the Oculus game Walk About Mini-Golf.  Ryan reviews Banner Saga.

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IMPORTANT UPDATE TO DEEEER SIMULATOR REVIEW!  In this episode Josh reveals that he cannot be trusted with gift cards, Ryan reveals that his oldest son was actually a vampire before being cured (through unknown methods).  Ryan reviews Pokemon Puzzle League.  Josh reviews Luigi's Mansion. 

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Josh and Ryan do something that few other podcasts have ever attempted (with good reason).  Ryan reviews Lego DC Super Villians.  Josh reviews DEEEER Simulator.

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On this episode: Josh got a new phone and is now cursed; Ryan is fooled by a mobile ad.  Ryan reviews Shadow of War.  Josh reviews Escape Academy.

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Kids are hilarious.  Josh reviews Research and Destroy.  Ryan reviews Shadow of Mordor.

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Josh and Ryan discuss the dangers of MMO's and the challenges of eating out.  Ryan reviews Persona 5.  Josh Reviews Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge

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In this episode Josh tells the story of one of his most meta experiences ever, and how he leveled up his axe throwing skills.  This episode also features a 2 for 1 special from Josh in which he semi-reviews the alpha version of the new game Multi-Versus and the game Limbo.  Ryan reviews No Man's Sky. 

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This episode features daring tales of heroes and fools. Ryan fills us in on the exploits of a real life super hero and Josh tells tale of a real life Colorado man.  Ryan reviews Genshin Impact.  Josh reviews What Remains of Edith Finch. 

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Today's episode brings you an important discussion on a major pop culture phenomenon.  Also, what grilling tips with Josh and Ryan.  Ryan reviews Final Fantasy 15.  Josh reviews Switch Sports.

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Josh realizes that by trying to be responsible he has been working for Facebook for free and decides to unionize.  Josh reviews Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.  Ryan reviews Mutant Football League

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Josh finds a retro game he's been looking for (or does he).  Ryan invents a new rating system.  Ryan reviews Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards.  Josh reviews The Pedestrian 

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In today's episode, kids say the the darndest things.  THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS.  GO PLAY DOKI DOKI LITERATURE CLUB.  JUST MONIKA

Music from Dan Salvato. "Doki Doki Literature Club!" Doki Doki Literature Club! OST. 2017

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There is a thief in Josh's house, but more importantly Reese's has created something that sounds truly horrifying.  Ryan reviews Metroid: Dread.  Josh reviews Sonic Spinball.  

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Barry once again joins Josh and Ryan to provide his top 5 favorite games.  And by 5 we mean 7.

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Josh and Ryan interview Barry from Premium Edition Games. You will not want to miss this episode!

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On today's episode Josh gets angry at Gamestop (aren't we all angry at Gamestop, I mean really), and Ryan nearly dies trying to prepare for a 10K (who wouldn't).  Rather than game reviews, this week the guys share some of the tips that they've learned from being dads.  ENJOY

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In this week's episode, Ryan buys a game, goes on vacation, and learns the importance of battery life along the way. Of course a discussion of battery longevity isn't complete without mention of the Destroyer of Batteries (the Sega Nomad). Ryan reviews XCom2. Josh reviews Lonely Mountains: Downhill.

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Ryan shares lots of various videogame news. Josh forgets more than he remembers, and also convinces Ryan that he actually played a Batman simulator. Josh rage quits Tunic. Ryan reviews Batman Simulator (or Moonlighter...We've heard it both ways).

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Josh and Ryan discuss the finer aspects of breakfast drinks and the danger of buying new food items when you have children. Ryan reviews The Outer Worlds. Josh reviews Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD.

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Ryan tries to get someone to send an email instead of calling him.  It doesn't work out.  Also chickens are not allowed in apartments for some reason.  Josh reviews Roboquest and Ryan reviews Syberia.

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This episode of Dead Tired Dads is all about niches.  Our kids teach us that niches get stitches and we review some games that are very niche-y.  Ryan reviews The Hunter: Call of the Wild (no relation to the book), and Josh Reviews Dragon Ball Fighter Z.

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Ryan's son throws him under the bus. Daylight Savings Time needs to end - and it very well might soon! Josh reviews Chex Quest. Ryan reviews Raji.

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Josh forgets where he lives, Ryan remembers there is more to life than football, and Josh rants about a dangerous societal trend.

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What are the marshmallows in cereal? I mean really?  Also which breakfast cereal is superior to all others?  Ryan talks about organ harvesting and Josh falls flat.

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Car seats are intentionally difficult to install and that seems wrong.  Also they are difficult to clean.  Someone should fix that.  Also Ryan needs to get over a lost love.  Josh talks about the travesty that is EA and reviews Jedi: Fallen Order.  Ryan reviews Moonglow Bay in which Jack Sparrow definitely does not show up and kidnap your spouse.  

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In today's episode Josh and Ryan fish for sponsorships before the whole thing just descends into utter chaos and anarchy.  ENJOY

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Josh and Ryan talk about the shame they feel when looking up how to beat games.  Also, don't move to Florida.  Josh reviews Maneater and Ryan Reviews TellTale's Game of Thrones. 

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What happens when you fall down in front of people?  You get up, and you ask them if they need any old baby clothes (or something like that).  Josh reviews Wreckfest.  Ryan reviews Civilization VI.

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Josh gets pulled over and Ryan almost gets insulted by a pastor.  Ryan reviews Earthworms. Josh reviews Nobody Saves the World.

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Josh, Ryan, and Matt get together, but stay apart to talk about in person multiplayer and how it prevented Ryan from finishing college, as well as the $70 Billion that Microsoft just spent to purchase Activision Blizzard

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A very special episode about a very SPECIAL game

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Josh and Ryan ponder the finer points of Hollywood disclosures. Ryan reviews God of War and Josh gives you a two for one special with Operation Tango and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes.

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The Dead Tired Dads talk about the current status, and future, of gaming. Ryan reviews Paper Mario (N64) Josh reviews the Oculus.

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games we played and didn't play

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Josh and Ryan share fond video-game-related Christmas memories. Ryan reviews Streets of Rage 2. Josh reviews Stuntman.

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Josh becomes a (sort of) legit partial owner of an NFL team. Ryan wants things he knows he will never afford. Ryan reviews Letter Quest: Remastered. Josh reviews Age of Empires IV.

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Josh misses a golden chance at extra gaming time. Homeschoolers get a bad rep. Josh reviews Kill It With Fire. Ryan reviews Remnant: From the Ashes.

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Josh remedies a very important forgetful moment. Ryan asks questions. Josh reviews Darq. Ryan reviews Dauntless.

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Another very special episode that once again sees the return of Matt to the podcast.  Today we're talking all about what we want for Christmas

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The Dead Tired Dads welcome back founding member Matt for a special episode where we discuss the different online gaming subscriptions offered by the "Big Three."

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The Dead Tired Dads discuss the best seasons. Josh can't find things that he wants. Ryan reviews My Time at Portia. Josh reviews Rocksmith.

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Ryan has a pathological liar in his house and Josh tries to steal things. Ryan reviews Boot Hill Bounties. Josh reviews Bowser's Fury.

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Happy Halloween! The proper way to eat various candies. Josh reviews Metroid: Dread. Ryan reviews Days Gone. 

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Josh and Ryan share a lot of extras and discuss the finer things in life. Ryan reviews Pokemon Sword & Shield. Josh reviews Burnout: Paradise.

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Josh insults fans of certain NFL teams. Founding member Matt returns to talk comicbooks. Josh reviews Thief Simulator. Ryan reviews Stardew Valley.

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Founding member Matt joins the show. Josh and Ryan put him on the spot for his Top 5 games. Check out Josh’s attempts at WoW here https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7yX0dFluC3yT9jZl1ZLrVQ3mysALGKM

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A Dead Tired Dad actually finished a game. Ryan reviews Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Josh reviews Satisfactory.

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Josh and Ryan ponder what adults who have free time do. Ryan reviews Don't Starve. Josh reviews Kingdom Hearts 3.

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On this episode, Josh and Ryan discuss how famous they have already become. Josh reviews the Tony Hawk remake. Ryan reviews For the King.

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On this episode Josh goes on a real life side quest. Then Ryan and Josh each review a game. Ryan reviews a game that shows the truly sad state of his massive backlog, while Josh admits some of his fears. Ryan reviews The Order: 1886. Josh reviews Phasmophobia.

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Welcome to the Dead Tired Dads Podcast. Come in and get to know the hosts Ryan and Josh. As a way of introducing themselves, today they are giving you a glimpse into their tastes in video games.