Dead Tired Dads

Welcome to our September News episode. Matt returns bringing with him discussions of octogenarian gamers and retro wi fi. Also $700 consoles and the connection between video games and Hollywood.

In this bonus length episode the dads discuss the decline in quality animated shows that can appeal to both kids and adults and the decline of entertainment in general. Also a follow up discussion on the third party Zelda game mentioned in our last episode. Daniel reviews Sonic Mania, Josh talks about Metroid Zero Mission (yes another Metroid game), and Ryan discovers a dating sim hidden in NCAA 25.

Josh discovers a fatal flaw in his "Can't hold it, don't own it," philosophy, and Daniel buys his kids walkie-talkies leading to shananigans. In the news, Gamestop makes a bad business decision and a good business decision. Also, Nintendo doesn't want people to know what their new console looks like, but they are ok with them knowing what it feels like.

On this episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast Josh shares the dangers of going for ice cream with a new Tattoo. Also the guys uncover that the podcast is actually subsidized by the local government. Josh reviews Metroid Other M, Ryan gives his son's review of Detective Pikachu Returns, and Daniel discusses the nuances between Fire Emblem Three Houses and Fire Emblem Engage.

Welcome to August...I mean the end of July! Today we learn about the dangers of international travel and discover further evidence that Microsoft and Sony are indeed getting out of the console game. Also whatever happened to JnCo?

Josh is mad at the streaming services for burying the list under a mass of recommendations, and he and Daniel ponder the future of entertainment. Daniel reviews Triangle Strategy and Fire Emblem Engage, and Josh laments the death of Guitar Hero and Rock Band after realizing how much he misses them.

Daniel makes his triumphant return to the podcast. Today we learn about Josh damaging his finger while bowling, and Daniel's children pretend they are in Metal Gear. In the world of video game news, is it possible that Nintendo manages to once again win the console wars? Trends seem to point to "YES". Also there was a new Nintendo Direct and there were a lot of games announced. The guys talk about the games that they find interesting including one that Josh has been begging for that involves a certain space lady named Samus.

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.

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.

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.