On this episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad breaks down the ten games that define who they are as gamers, starting with Madrid, whose list is a clean blend of style, pure gameplay, and competitive obsession. From Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus and Pokemon Ruby Version, to all-timers like Persona 5 Royal, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Astral Chain, Hades, Overwatch, and Monster Hunter World, Madrid showcases the exact mix of flash and fundamentals that shaped his taste—plus the iconic anchors of Halo 2 and Final Fantasy XIV.

Next up, Jalen runs through a lineup built on storytelling, depth, and nostalgia. He brings out the heavy hitters with NieR: Automata, Metroid Prime 2, World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King, Half-Life 2, and Final Fantasy VI. His love for Pokémon shines with Emerald and Pinball, while Persona 3 FES, Shadow the Hedgehog, and the legendary Marvel vs. Capcom 2 round out a list that perfectly captures his identity as a player.

Then Chris steps in with a list that traces a lifelong relationship with classic PlayStation charm, survival horror, and multiplayer legends. From Mega Man Legends, Resident Evil 2, Crash Bandicoot 3, and Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage to pillars like Silent Hill 1, Stardew Valley, Final Fantasy XIV, and Halo 2, Chris’ picks paint a full picture. Add in Pokémon Silver, Modern Warfare 2, Gears 2, The Sims 2, Persona 4, Midnight Club 3, and Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal, and you get a definitive snapshot of his gaming DNA.

Finally, Anton closes it out with a lineup full of emotional resonance, tight gameplay, and genre-hopping favorites. Pokémon Omega Ruby, NieR: Automata, Transistor, Tetris Effect, Skate 3, Skullgirls: Second Encore, Crisis Core Reunion, Monster Hunter World, Journey, and Final Fantasy XVI show exactly how his tastes evolved and why he plays what he plays today.

If you’ve ever wanted to truly understand the crew behind the mics, this is the definitive episode. 🧀🎮