Gamer’s Advocate

Join AMKomnenos, BananaHammockRepublic, and Legiongrey for another episode of the Gamer's Advocate podcast. This episode will focus on our favorite games throughout our experience. In no particular order, we'll discuss various games that have lingered with us over the years and hold a special place in the pantheon of gaming across consoles and genres. Feel free to weigh in with your favorite games, or let us know why we're wrong about our favorites!

In this episode of the podcast, Bananahammockrepublic and Legion dive into the delicious world of cooking and cooking mechanics in video games! From roasting mammoth meat in Survival Skyrim to grilling gourmet meals in Monster Hunter, we explore how different games turn food into a feature — whether for survival, buffs, or sheer style.

In this episode, BananaHammockRepublic, AMKomnenos, and Legion unpack the most chef’s kiss video game endings of all time. From tear-jerking goodbyes to “Wait... what just happened?” finales, our hosts take you on a wild ride through digital heartbreak, closure, and total narrative chaos. Did your favorite ending make the list? Or are we about to ruin it with our very scientific opinions? Starring: BananaHammockRepublic (he cries at credits), AMKomnenos (presses 'Skip' during cutscenes), and Legion (probably overanalyzes everything). Drop your favorite (or most ridiculous) ending in the comments—bonus points if it's from a game nobody remembers.

Join BananaHammockRepublic and Legion as they take a quick, thoughtful dive into the personalities, backgrounds, and motivations of three standout companions in Baldur’s Gate 3: Wyll, Karlach, and Gale. They'll be discussing what makes these characters unique and compelling — and while they’ll do their best to avoid major spoilers, a few light ones may slip through. Whether you're new to the game or just want a fresh perspective, this brief analysis will help you appreciate your party in a whole new way! 👉 Like & subscribe for more Baldur’s Gate 3 character breakdowns, lore, and discussions.

Get to know three of Baldur’s Gate 3’s most iconic companions in this quick character spotlight! Discover the fierce determination of Lae'zel, the mysterious faith of Shadowheart, and the dark charm of Astarion. Whether you're new to the game or brushing up before your next playthrough, this short synopsis gives you a glimpse into the complex personalities and backstories that make these characters unforgettable.

Join AMKomnenos, Banana, and Legion as we take a look at a heavily criticized practice within the gaming community: save scumming. If we're being honest with ourselves, we've all done it. Some of us might not want to admit it, others might feel no shame at all, but we've all loaded a save to avoid a consequence before. We discuss why save scumming is sometimes necessary, and why it shouldn't be quite so taboo for gamers.

Join AMKomnenos, Banana, and Legion as we take a look at the methods available to the gaming community to expand on a game after it has been released. Overwhelmingly, this will come in the form of mods found on various hosting platforms to make changes to anything from minor cosmetic changes to full campaigns that talented people have generated and shared with the community, but we also take a look at some other less common tools that developers give their player based to expand a game beyond its initial release like custom map creation.

Join Banana and Legion as we investigate a minigame that has in a very subtle way managed to sneak into many modern games: fishing! We take a look at many adventure games and RPGs that, while not exclusively devoted to fishing, do seem to incorporate fishing as a minigame or sidequest. We discuss games we appreciate for many reasons and the way the inclusion of fishing impacted our enjoyment of the game. Which games had the best minigames? Which games didn't get it right? How big was our biggest catch!

Step back into the storied world of the Sword Coast as we delve into the hidden lore scattered throughout Baldur’s Gate 1. In this immersive reading, Legion attempts to bring to life some of the rare, mysterious, and whimsical books found in chests, libraries, and dusty corners of the Forgotten Realms.

Whether it’s tales of ancient empires, cryptic prophecies, or humorous local legends, these texts enrich the game world in ways often overlooked. Let the ambient music and rich narration transport you to Candlekeep, Beregost, and beyond.