Cheesy Controller Podcast

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad breaks down their most anticipated game releases for the rest of 2025! From long-awaited sequels to fresh new IPs, the hype levels are rising fast as we plan out what’s left of our gaming year. Anton continues pushing deeper into Hades 2, sharing build strategies and why this game still refuses to miss. Meanwhile, we’re officially entering countdown mode with less than a week until Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and the crew dives into launch expectations, Mega Evolution theories, and day-one squad plans.

Outside of games, Anton attempts once again to convince Chris to enter the cursed yet hilarious world of Smiling Friends, as we break down how the show perfectly blends absurd comedy with unsettling horror. Will Chris finally give it a chance? Probably not—but it’s still great content. 🧀🎮

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives deep into Hades 2 and its fiery rise through the underworld of early access. The squad reacts to K-pop demon hunters storming into Fortnite, Daredevil joining the Marvel Rivals roster, and the growing anticipation for Ghosts of Yotei. They also unpack Microsoft’s latest Game Pass struggles, celebrate Madrid’s long-awaited induction into the Steam family, discuss the return of Skate, and wrap up with hype for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. 🧀🎮

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives into a jam-packed week of gaming news and impressions! Anton breaks down Hades II finally reaching its 1.0 release, while the squad debates the lasting dominance of Xbox controllers on PC. Chris shares his early thoughts on Silent Hill F and reacts to the Fortnite x Daft Punk experience that lit up the island. The gang also covers all the big reveals from Tokyo Game Show 2025—including a wild Kojima appearance—and Sony’s September State of Play, featuring Marvel’s Wolverine, Saros, and Flight Simulator. Plus, Xbox hikes prices… again. 🧀🎮

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton preps his games while waiting for his Switch 2 to arrive, testing out the Nier: Automata Switch port to see how it runs before the big transfer. Meanwhile, Chris shares his impressions of Chronos: The New Dawn and gets hyped for Fortnite’s upcoming Daft Punk experience. The crew talks performance, vibes, and the ever-evolving world of gaming in 2025. 🧀🎮

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, Anton and Chris break down all the highlights from Nintendo’s September 2025 Direct. The spotlight shines on Pokémon Legends Z-A, with new Mega Evolutions stealing the show alongside the reveal of the Mega Dimensions DLC. Anton dives deep into how Pokémon Home compatibility works across console generations, and from mechanics to speculation, the crew covers it all. 🧀🎮

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad breaks down the freshly announced iPhone 17 lineup and what those upgrades really mean for gamers on the go. The long-awaited Silksong discussion makes its triumphant return, with the crew diving into hopes, expectations, and fears. They also check out Tokon: Fighting Souls, the newest contender in the fighting game arena, and share first impressions of Riot’s 2XKO. 🧀🎮

On this week’s episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives into a mix of classics, comebacks, and curious hardware. From the hype around the new Skate and Lumines Arise to breaking down the freshly served Ghost of Yotei plates, the squad keeps the energy rolling. Sonic speeds back into the spotlight with Sonic Racing, while the tiny-yet-mighty 8BitDo Micro controller sparks debate. The real highlight? Chris officially platinums Crash Bandicoot 2, cementing his skills as the bandicoot master. Meanwhile, Anton journeys into the neon noir world of the Blade Runner point-and-click adventure, and the squad chainsaws their way through memories of Gears of War Reloaded. 🧀🎮

This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, we’re joined by ThirteenCross from the Rusty Rupees Podcast for a West Coast–flavored episode packed with big gaming news and unexpected crossovers. From Hollow Knight: Silksong finally locking in a September 4th release date to Gears of War hitting PlayStation and Helldivers marching onto Xbox on August 26th, the conversation doesn’t miss a beat.

We dig into Fortnite Festival’s Gorillaz takeover, PlayStation’s price hikes in the U.S. (with the PS5 Pro clocking in at $749.99), and the darkly nostalgic return of LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Plus, the crew breaks down the Monster Hunter Wilds x Final Fantasy XIV collab, the newly announced Sekiro anime, and the chaotic charm of Densha Attack.

It’s coast-to-coast energy, deep gaming dives, and plenty of laughs—Cheesy and Rusty in the best way.

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This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, things get spicy—literally and figuratively. The crew kicks things off with a fiery discussion on different types of peppers before diving into Fortnite’s unexpected downtime. From there, they break down Battlefield 6’s second beta weekend, react to the surprise Helldivers 2 x ODST crossover, and hear Anton’s thoughts on iOS 16 Public Beta 3. To top it off, the squad takes a look at the Pokémon Legends ZA demo shown at the Pokémon World Championships and share their first impressions. 🌶️🧀🎮

This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the squad dives into their time with the Battlefield 6 beta, share stories from being back on the Fortnite grind, and speculate on what’s next for Halo. They also geek out over the upcoming Fantastic 4, break down Mai’s addition to Street Fighter, and celebrate the journey of completing Mega Man Legends in its entirety. 🧀🎮