We reflect on the whimsical world of gaming in 2024 with guests Matthew Bliss, and Alyxa. We share hilarious anecdotes about our most questionable in-game actions, from wild NPC interactions to bizarre character fixations. And our discussion touches on the impact of player agency in multiplayer experiences and highlights the memorable chaos that arises from emergent gameplay.

• Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
• Half-Life
• Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
• The Outer Worlds
• The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

Prolific streamer Zunderscore joined the Jay and Squidge to talk about everything from red fedoras to Vincent Adultman, Muppetman, and three Squidges in a trenchcoat; with a healthy dose of video games, Thunder Plains, controller opinions, thoughts on being a content creator, and silliness.

• Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse
• Dead Cells
• Hollow Knight
• Turnip Boy Robs a Bank
• Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion

We finally did it: we took on the Street Fighter II animated movie. But is it any good, what’s with those easter eggs, what’s going on with Zangeif’s shins, did we really watch one of the most realistic home invasion scenes in a video game movie, and (most importantly) how did we rate the movie?

• Street Fighter II
• Final Fantasy X
• Street Fighter II Turbo
• Devil May Cry
• Phantasy Star Online 2

Join Squidge as he relives the joys of fighting for justice in the fiery streets of 90s gaming. From infectious soundtracks and buttery-smooth controls to hilariously fun boss battles and sibling rivalries, this episode is a hilarious celebration of the pixelated nostalgia that made Streets of Rage Two a beloved classic.

• Streets of Rage 2
• Sonic the Hedgehog
• Streets of Rage 4

The 30th anniversary of Sonic 2day - the worldwide release of Sonic 2 on the Genesis/Mega Drive - is upon us this month, and we asked a few friends to talk about their memories of the landmark title. This week, we talk about favourite and least favourite music, just how tough the original Sonic games are, and ways to celebrate the 30th anniversary.

• Sonic the Hedgehog 2
• Super Mario Bros.
• Sonic The Hedgehog (Master System)
• Sonic The Hedgehog 2 (Master System)
• Donkey Kong Country

The 30th anniversary of Sonic 2day - the worldwide release of Sonic 2 on the Genesis/Mega Drive - is upon us this month, and we asked G to the Next Level, Franny, Alyxa, MVG, and JonnyG to choose their favourite and least favourite Sonic 2 music, whether it was their first Sonic game, singed furry animals and how Sonic’s eco-warrior vibe was dropped, multiple endings, and PS3 era game design.

• Sonic the Hedgehog 2
• Knuckles' Chaotix
• Sonic the Hedgehog 3
• Sonic the Hedgehog
• After Burner

The 30th anniversary of Sonic 2day - the worldwide release of Sonic 2 on the Genesis/Mega Drive - is upon us this month, and we asked G to the Next Level, Franny, Alyxa, MVG, and JonnyG about what their first thoughts of Sonic 2 are and their least favourite zones in the game. We also talk about the Dreamcast and just how amaze-bonkers Comix Zone was.

• Sonic the Hedgehog 2
• The Legend of Zelda
• Super Mario Bros.
• Mortal Kombat
• Sonic the Hedgehog

Squidge and Chief sit down to talk about some of the games that they both would like to store in The Cupboard of Shame, never to see the light of day again. They also discuss why they chose those games for hiding away. Chief also asks what’s with the obsession with the Legend of Zelda.

• Iron Man
• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
• The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
• The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
• Final Fantasy (series)

Chief is back on the podcast. It’s been 62 episodes since he was last on, so we wanted to talk about what he’s been playing and finally yeet him into the Thunder Plains. Along the way we talk about whether reviewers can be objective and Jay explains ray tracing.

• Final Fantasy VII (2020)
• Horizon Zero Dawn
• Command & Conquer Remastered Collection
• Total War: ROME REMASTERED
• Wasteland 3

Pokémon turned 25, and it made both Jay and Squidge feel really old. And because misery loves company, we asked The B to talk about it on the show. We also reached out to the Pokémon community for comments and questions. Gotta Catch ’em All, indeed.

• Pokémon Blue
• Sonic the Hedgehog
• The Legend of Zelda (series)
• Pokémon GO
• Pokémon Red

Zachary Claxton joined us to talk about Earthrend: his Zelda-like title with Shadow of the Colossus-like scale. We talked about the wonderful hand drawn aesthetic, how the game came to be, and where you can get the demo. We also talked about our recent games, some of which might surprise you.

• Earthrend
• Minecraft
• Factorio
• Danganronpa (series)
• Among Us

We brought AndrewD and ZBoi into the (virtual for now) recording studio to talk about what we’re looking forward to in 2021. This is part two of the 6 host (?!) episode. We talk a huge amount about Resident Evil, Cyberpunk 2077 (and hour hopes that CDPR can pull a Hello Games), multicoloured hair (and whether Jay should dye his beard … or eyebrows?), working from home, and we play a game of "subtitle the Untitled Goose Game sequel"

• Resident Evil Village
• Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
• Resident Evil 4
• Resident Evil 6
• Resident Evil: Umbrella Chronicles

We’re back with John Krikorian (of the Trek Profiles podcast) to talk EverQuest, and his journey back into the game after years of not having played it.

• Aliens: Colonial Marines
• EverQuest
• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
• Alien: Isolation
• Sonic the Hedgehog

John Krikorian (of the Trek Profiles podcast) sat with us to talk about his show, the communities we all find ourselves in, what we’ve recently been playing, rather interesting challenges in video games, and the E.T game

• EverQuest
• Bioshock
• Alien: Isolation
• Gang Beasts
• Detroit: Become Human

Episode 70 of the podcast has Squidge and Jay discuss the PlayStation Classic, and decide on their dream line up for the little console that couldn’t - seriously, the hardware design was obviously phoned in.

• Sonic The Hedgehog
• Battle Arena Toshinden
• Soul Edge
• Cool Boarders 2
• Tony Hawks Pro Skater 2

It’s those mini consoles again. This time, Squidge and Jay are back to finish off their dream Mega Drive Mini line up. Did they agree on which games should be included? Do you agree with the games they chose?

• Kid Chameleon
• Land Stalker
• King of Monsters
• Universal Soldier
• Rygar

Those damned mini consoles again! Squidge and Jay decided to talk about the games we think should have been on the Mega Drive Mini, and we ended up with two very different consoles.

• Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle
• Super Meat Boy
• Alisia Dragoon
• Cadash
• Alien 3

Jay decided to write about the history of mini consoles. Strap in, prepare for some technical details, and lets learn a little about the many different mini consoles

• Sonic the Hedgehog
• Metal Gear Solid
• Resident Evil Director's Cut
• Final Fantasy VII
• Gran Turismo

This week we’re joined by G and Stoo to discuss Stoo’s impact on the UK video gaming scene, Cannon Fodder, some probing questions for him, and the potential impact of Rebellion buying the back catalogue of the Bitmap Brothers games.

• Cannon Fodder
• Lemmings
• Sensible World of Soccer
• Sensible Golf
• Sega World Championship Soccer 2

A video game podcast which spends almost an entire episode talking about Black Mirror? The Devil, you say.

• Bandersnatch (Imagine Software)
• Clue
• Cluedo
• Dino Crisis 2
• Late Shift

Squidey is back from his super secret mission and ready to talk about all manner of video games. We cover some video game music, one piece of news (some unfortunate news, that is), and a few of my ideas for indie games

• Dynasty Warriors (series)
• Resident Evil (series)
• Virtua Fighter
• Silent Hill
• Ninja: Shadow of Darkness

The first podcast episode of 2018 is out, and it includes an exclusive interview with Stephen Smith of Retro Events. We talked about all aspects of retro gaming and what it’s like to run the events he puts on.

• Mortal Kombat
• Resident Evil 2
• Bomber Man Online
• Panzer Dragoon Saga
• Sonic the Hedgehog