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The noys share their favorite video game boss battles from calendar year 2025. Recorded 1/12/2026

Jack takes the reigns to host the annual Couch Co-op Best of the Year episode. Which games reigned supreme in 2025? Recorded 12/29/2025

The boys share their favorite episodes from their sixth year of podcasting together. Recorded 12/15/2025

The boys discuss Matt's selection to play in 2025, "Absolum." Recorded 12/2/2025

The boys make their predictions for the upcoming 2025 "Game Awards", tease thoughts on "Absolum", and share the worst games they played in 2025. Recorded 11/17/2025

The boys welcome Smart Matt back to the show to discuss the results of their inaugural Fantasy Video Game league and make some early Game Awards predictions. Recorded 11/4/2025. AI Generated Chapters 00:00 Game Night Shenanigans 03:01 Video Game Preferences and Critiques 06:05 Furloughs and Life Updates 08:58 Baldur's Gate 3 and Gaming Comparisons 11:45 Game of the Year Predictions and Discussions 19:32 Game Comparisons and Mechanics 24:36 Family Gaming and Nostalgia 30:06 Baldur's Gate 3: Honor Mode Adventures 36:54 Exploring New Titles and Game Mechanics 41:39 Liza P: A Mixed Experience 44:51 Fantasy Draft Analysis and Game Scores 52:41 Excitement for Upcoming Games 55:46 Diverse Gaming Experiences and Expectations 58:41 Reviewing Game Releases and Expectations 01:00:05 Disappointment in Game Performance 01:02:00 Fantasy Game Picks and Predictions 01:04:31 Anticipation for Future Releases 01:06:57 Game Awards Predictions and Discussions 01:22:13 Game Awards Predictions and Controversies 01:25:03 Indie Game Highlights and Competition 01:30:09 The Impact of Game Releases on Awards 01:35:13 Best Action and Art Direction Categories 01:40:16 Personal Game of the Year Picks

The boys celebrate the spooky season by reviewing a small collection of horror demos and then sharing thoughts on a wide array of horror themed video games. Recorded 10/21/2025.

The boys are joined by Trevor from the Catching Up On Cinema podcast to discuss movies that they would like to see turned into video games. Recorded 10/8/2025. AI Generated Chapter List 00:00 Introduction and Anticipation 05:51 Planning the Podcast Topic 12:01 Diving into Video Games 18:08 Exploring Indie Horror Games 24:40 Diving into Baldur's Gate 3 30:01 The Challenge of Honor Mode 37:49 Movies and TV Series as Video Games 50:37 Godzilla: A Game Concept 01:00:07 Game Mechanics and Design Ideas 01:10:51 Exploring Alternate Storylines 01:19:58 Fury Road: The Game Concept 01:28:51 The Power of Music in Film and Gaming 01:37:45 Reimagining The Thing: A Narrative-Driven Experience 01:48:39 The Potential of Army of Darkness in Gaming 01:57:56 Die Hard: A Game Built on Uncharted's Engine 02:04:50 Creative Game Concepts and Adaptations 02:11:15 Exploring Iconic Franchises for Game Adaptations 02:20:15 Innovative Game Mechanics and Narrative Structures 02:31:48 Upcoming Events and Personal Projects

The boys discuss video games that took started slow but picked up momentum along the way. Recorded 9/22/2025. AI Generated Chapter List Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Slow Rollers in Gaming 07:19 Exploring Baldur's Gate 3 Experience 11:46 Contrasting Role-Playing Experiences: Diablo 4 vs. Baldur's Gate 3 14:48 Disappointment in Mortal Kombat 1 20:10 Diving into Lies of P 20:58 Jack's Indie Game Highlights 25:01 Nostalgia and Hidden Gems in Sports Friends 26:18 Jack's Experience with Silksong 28:51 The Journey Begins: UFO 50 and Slow Rolling Games 33:15 Exploring Slow Rollers: Final Fantasy Tactics and Beyond 36:47 Outer Wilds: The Challenge of Mastering Flight 39:33 The Contrast of Slow Starts: Jedi Fallen Order vs. Baldur's Gate 3 55:18 The Painful Beginnings: Red Dead Redemption 2 and Fallout 3 01:03:10 The Challenge of Slow Game Introductions 01:09:04 Character Development and Narrative Engagement 01:15:03 Exploring Game Mechanics and Player Experience 01:21:09 The Impact of Game Design on Player Immersion 01:29:42 Final Thoughts on Game Recommendations and Experiences

The boys share their thoughts on insects (bugs) in video games. Recorded 9/6/2025.

The boys weigh in on the 2012 edition of the "Spike Video Game Awards." Recorded 8/24/2025. AI Generated Chapter List Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 03:34 Current Gaming Experiences 20:29 Looking Back at the 2012 Video Game Awards 32:20 Best Performance and Game Categories 59:42 Reflections on Game Studios and Industry Trends 01:21:05 Final Thoughts on 2012 Gaming Landscape

The boys discuss maps in video games from a variety of perspectives. Recorded 8/11/2025. AI Generated Chapter List 00:00 Technical Difficulties and Introductions 03:00 Navigating Video Game Maps 05:59 The Importance of the 'Glue Guy' in Gaming 09:00 Gaming Experiences and Recent Plays 11:58 Exploring New Game Releases 12:59 Diving into Maps in Video Games 19:40 Exploring Game Builds and Strategies 21:29 Beta Testing and Multiplayer Experiences 23:39 Challenging Boss Fights in Gaming 24:50 The Frustration of Difficult Games 28:35 Doom: The Dark Ages and Its Unique Mechanics 34:01 The Importance of Maps in Gaming 40:46 Navigating Complex Game Worlds 52:38 Exploring the Fog of War in Elden Ring 55:37 The Art of Map Navigation 01:00:01 Crafting Maps in Minecraft 01:03:40 Unique Map Mechanics in Gaming 01:08:45 Dynamic Maps in Mass Effect and Beyond 01:12:15 The Impact of Map Design in Open World Games 01:18:44 Comparing Iconic Game Maps 01:28:19 The Last of Us: A Study in Map Design 01:35:28 Immersive Game Environments 01:36:28 Map Design and Tactical Gameplay 01:37:27 Dynamic Battlefield Structures 01:42:57 Strategic Map Advantages 01:43:20 Verticality in Game Maps 01:46:36 Map Size and Player Strategy 01:49:28 Exploration vs. Combat in Game Maps 01:51:36 Classic FPS Maps and Their Impact 01:53:05 Game Mechanics and Map Design 01:56:35 Innovative Map Design in RPGs 02:00:41 Transformative Map Experiences 02:02:14 Time Travel and Map Exploration 02:04:30 Indecent Proposals and Game Choices

Matt and Jack team up without resident "Glue Guy" Dave to discuss "Nine Sols" and other games with parry mechanics. Recorded 8/4/2025 AI Generated Chapter List Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gaming Updates 03:24 Project Zomboid: Survival and Hilarious Deaths 06:59 Exploring New Games: The Alters and Doom Dark Ages 10:00 Doom Dark Ages: A Grizzly Bear Experience 12:44 Xbox vs PlayStation: The Next Generation Debate 16:41 Vacation Gaming: Vampire Survivors and Deus Ex 24:11 Nine Souls: A Deep Dive into Gameplay and Mechanics 33:47 Mastering Combat Mechanics 36:21 Navigating Game Design Challenges 39:55 The Thrill of Boss Fights 45:47 Exploring the Story and Characters 51:52 Thematic Depth and Political Undertones 55:07 Counter Mechanics and Gameplay Dynamics 59:29 Favorite Parry Systems in Gaming 01:06:21 The Evolution of Combat Mechanics 01:12:02 Exploring Unique Gameplay Experiences 01:17:15 The Impact of Parry Mechanics in Gaming 01:23:34 Honorable Mentions and Personal Favorites 01:26:03 The Pinnacle of Parry Systems: Sekiro 01:39:19 Nostalgia for Retro Games 01:40:05 Boss Fights in Nine Souls 01:42:32 Final Boss Dynamics 01:43:32 Game Design and Replay Value 01:44:51 Village Rescue Mission Experience 01:46:35 Platinum Trophy Aspirations 01:47:09 Frustrations with Game Mechanics 01:48:43 Studio's Future and Game Recognition 01:50:40 Parrying Mechanics in Gaming 01:51:35 Closing Thoughts and Future Games

The boys are joined by Dark/Smart Matt to check in on the leaderboard for the inaugural Fantasy Video Game tournament. Recorded 7/7/2025. AI Chapter List 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Current Games 06:04 Discussion on Doom Dark Ages and Its Mechanics 12:11 Fantasy Draft Recap and Game Ratings 28:59 Game Predictions and Expectations 34:26 Analyzing Game Releases and Delays 41:34 Team Selections and Strategies 47:14 Multiplayer Dynamics in Night Rain 56:20 Community Development and Gameplay Mechanics 01:01:46 Community Engagement in Elden Ring 01:08:02 Character Classes and Strategies 01:14:12 Accessibility and Onboarding in Gaming

The boys deep dive into the presumptive 2025 Game of the Year, "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Recorded 6/23/2025 AI Generated Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Game of the Year Discussion 08:38 Exploring Indiana Jones and the Great Circle 17:24 Transitioning to Other Games and Experiences 31:35 Deep Dive into Clear Obscure: Expedition 33 38:11 Combat Systems and Gameplay Mechanics 46:23 Final Thoughts and Recommendations 46:52 Balancing Power and Gameplay Mechanics 49:44 Combat Systems and Synergies 54:41 Streamlined Gameplay Experience 59:19 The Essence of Game Development 01:04:33 Narrative Depth and Character Development 01:09:41 Exploring Themes of Sacrifice and Morality 01:33:54 Exploring Character Depth and Moral Choices 01:36:20 The Nature of Reality in Gaming 01:39:32 Empathy and Emotional Impact of Choices 01:42:18 The Haunting Endings and Their Significance 01:45:23 Critiques and Gameplay Mechanics 01:50:40 Navigating the Game World and Exploration 01:58:47 Boss Fights and Combat Mechanics 02:05:35 Final Thoughts and Ratings