Ever wonder what gaming gems defined your post-college years? Well, buckle up, because Gavin and I are taking you on a chaotic ride through the games that kept us sane—and sometimes downright frustrated—after university. From the pixel-perfect glory of Dark Souls 3 to the wild antics of South Park’s fractured but whole, we’re spilling all the secrets on what kept our thumbs busy from 2016 to 2025. Spoiler alert: it’s not just about good graphics—it's about stories, struggles, and a whole lot of “just one more boss fight.”

You’ll discover how Pokémon Go turned strangers into explorers—and criminals—before fading into memory. We break down how indie hits like Cuphead stunned us with hand-drawn beauty and unforgiving difficulty. Ever wonder how a game about a little guy with a cup for a head can be so addictive? We chat about the perfect chaos of run-and-gun classics and why Ghost of Tsushima painted Japan in the most breathtaking colors on PlayStation.

But wait, there’s more! We dive into how gaming changed from kid-friendly marketing to the influencer-packed, Twitch-saturated wild west—plus why Sony and Xbox might be missing the boat with the upcoming generation of gamers. And of course, we wax nostalgic about Spider-Man’s web-slinging magic and how developers like Insomniac keep the hero’s story fresh and fun.

This episode is essential listening if you’re nostalgic for gaming’s golden days, want the lowdown on what kept us glued at 2 a.m., or just need a good laugh at all the epic fails. Whether you’re a hardcore soul like us or just looking for some fun stories, hit play—because these are the games that shaped who we are today, one pixel at a time.