Gaming with Grown Folks

Send us Fan Mail

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is out, and we're giving it a full review. Jahdie covers the Korean War campaign, multiplayer, the new Kill Block map, the return of DMZ, and how it runs on PC and Nintendo Switch 2.

First, we look at why Call of Duty matters so much to the video game industry. We walk through the games that changed first-person shooters for good: the original Call of Duty, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, World at War Zombies, Modern Warfare 2, Black Ops II and Warzone.

After the review, we preview Phantom Blade Zero, the folk horror game Hunter's Moon on PS5, and GTA 6. Then we go through October 2026's biggest gaming news. That includes EA closing BioWare and canceling the next Mass Effect, the report that Xbox Project Helix could cost up to $1,800, Gears of War: E-Day reviews, and Uncharted 5 and Star Wars Battlefront 3 rumors.

Gaming with Grown Folks is the video game podcast for adults who still make time to play.

In this episode

00:00 Welcome to Episode 22

02:45 Shout-out to Jeremiah Daniel

04:27 Why Call of Duty matters

09:05 The Call of Duty games that changed FPS

24:22 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review

40:42 Game previews: Phantom Blade Zero, Hunter's Moon, GTA 6

47:42 October 2026 gaming news

57:18 Wrap-up and question of the week

Music by Jeremiah Daniel

Got a hot take or a Call of Duty story? Email us at [email protected]

If you enjoyed the show, follow, share and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. It helps new listeners find our community.

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

Over reviews of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Gears of War: E-Day and Ace Combat 8: Wings of They've, three of the biggest new video games of October 2026, plus what critics and fans are saying about the new Street Fighter movie.

October 2026 is one of the busiest months for video game releases in years, as publishers rush to launch before GTA 6 arrives November 19, On Episode 21 of Gaming with Grown Folks, host Jahdie helps grown-up gamers figure out what's worth your time and money.

In this episode:

• Star Wars: Galactic Racer review: Fuse Games' Burnout-style arcade racer with a rogue like campaign, pod racers and Sebulba.
•  Gears of War: E-Day review: Marcus and Dom return in the Coalition's Emergence Day prequel, now on Xbox Game Pass.
• Ace Combat 8: Wings of They've review: Project Aces' cinematic flight combat sequel to Ace Combat 7.
• October game previews: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Final Fantasy Resonance and Phantom Blade Zero.
• Street Fighter movie (2026) discussion: the cast, Rotten Tomatoes scores, and why fans and critics disagree.
• October gaming news: the GTA 6 launch trailer, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Ubisoft's layoffs, and new video game movies.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome

05:00 Star Wars: Galactic Racer Review

15:00 Gears of War: E-Day Review

27:00 Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Review

36:00 October 2026 Game Previews

46:00 Street Fighter Movie Discussion

53:00 October Gaming News

58:30 Wrap-Up

Gaming with Grown Folks is the video game podcast for adults who still love to play. We cover game reviews, previews and gaming news for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC.

Music by Jeremiah Daniel

If you enjoyed the show, please like, share and subscribe, and leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast. It helps grown the grown folks gaming community.

Questions or hot takes? Email [email protected].

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

Episode 20, y'all! I finally finished Marvel's Wolverine on PS5 Pro, and I've got thoughts. It looks incredible after the latest PSSR update, and the claws feel great, but it gets repetitive after a while. It's a summer blockbuster: big action, great voice acting, and a fun time without a lot of depth.

I also run through early reviews of Control Resonant, The Witcher 3 Remastered, and Silent Hill Downfall. Then we get into September's biggest gaming news, like Kojima's Physint moving to Xbox, the Xbox layoffs and Diablo V. I close with my favorite moments from the Tokyo Game Show 2026.

00:00 Intro

03:30 Marvel's Wolverine Review

24:00 Control Resonant, Witcher 3 Remastered & Silent Hill Downfall

37:00 September Gaming News

47:00 Tokyo Game Show 2026

55:00 Fall Release Calendar

What games are you most excited to play this fall? Email me at [email protected].

Big thanks to Jeremiah Daniel for the music.

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

GTA 6's Netflix Extended Look, full reviews of Star Wars Zero Company and Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, plus launch-day previews of Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Blood of Dawnwalker - with Gamescom 2026 winners and everything from Sony's September State of Play.

Jahdie breaks down the busiest week in gaming this year for people who love this hobby and also have a mortgage, a commute, and somebody who needs a ride on Saturday. No 80-hour pretending. Just what's worth the hours you've actually got.

Inside this episode:

Star Wars Zero Company review - Bit Reactor's XCOM-style tactics debut sits at 85 on Meteoritic for $50. Why the Midnight Suns-style crew system is the real draw, where the economy pinches, and the Unreal Engine 5 performance caveat before you buy.

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy review - Asobo removed the rats. An honest look at the 82-average game critics can't agree on, new protagonist Sophia, the Uncharted-style combat pivot, and who should wait for a sale.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword preview -  The first mainline Onimusha in 20 years launches September 4 with an 86 Meteoritic, IGN 10/10, and Gamescom Best Gameplay. Musashi, the One Gauntlet, Issen counters, and why Capcom moved the date up.

The Blood of Dawnwalker preview - Rebel Wolves' debut from the Witcher 3 game director. Coen, human by day and vampire by night, and the world timer that permanently advances every time you take a side quest.

GTA 6: An Extended Look - 26 minutes of PS5 gameplay that hit No. 1 on Netflix. The new Wanted system, character-swap missions, disguises, and Rockstar confirming no micro transactions and no generative AI ahead of November 19.

Gamescom 2026 - The Witcher 3 takes three trophies for a 2015 game, Onimusha takes two, Games Done Quick earns the Heart of Gaming award, and Mega Man: Duel Override finally shows up.

Sony State of Play - Marvel's Wolverine on September 15, Ghost of Yotei's hardcore mode with Jin playable, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, ten minutes of Final Fantasy VII Revelations and Dino Crisis 2 on PS Plus.

August news - EA goes private in the largest leveraged buyout in history, what $18 billion in debt means for the games you play, industry layoffs, and rumored September 10 Nintendo Direct.

What are you most excited for this fall? Email us at [email protected] and tell us what you've already cleared a weekend for.

If this was useful, like, share, subscribe, and leave a review on Apple Podcast - it's the single best way to help this community reach the next person who needs it.

Music by Jeremiah Daniel. 

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

Welcome back to Gaming with Grown Folks! In Episode 18, Jahdie cuts through the internet's noise to deliver a hands-on-review of the highly debated Steam Machine. Instead of pitting Valve's new hardware against the PS5 or a high-end desktop PC, we explore the console's true focus: creating the ultimate, frictionless PC gaming experience for your living room and serving as the perfect big-screen companion to the Steam Deck.

This week's episode also features in-depth reviews of the summer's biggest blockbuster releases and heavy-hitting remakes:

• Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resented: How Ubisoft's Singapore's modern UE5 remake overhauls the stealth mechanics and pushes the overarching modern-day narrative forward.
• Halo Campaign Evolved: A breakdown of Halo Studio's stunning visual overhaul and the flawless 4-player cross-platform co-op experience.
• Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls: Unpacking Arc System Works' innovative shared "Vital Gauge" mechanics in this buttery-smooth 2.5 D tag-team fighter.
• Beast of Reincarnation: Exploring Game Freak's beautiful, grim, and parry-heavy action RPG.

Finally, we round up the latest industry news, celebrating Palword's official 1.0 drop and looking ahead to August's stacked release calendar, featuring The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Grounded 2: Into the Abyss, and Star Wars: Zero Company.

If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, share, and leave us a review on Apple Podcast to help grow our community of gamers who just want to talk video games without the necessary drama!

Original intro music produced by Jeremiah Daniel

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

Welcome back to Gaming with Grown Folks! In Episode 17, Jahdie dives deep into the biggest stories shaking up the video game industry, major hardware updates, and the latest releases.

In this episode, we cover:

• Industry Shockwaves: Breaking down the 3,200 job cuts at Xbox, studio spin-offs, and Sony's monumental announcement ending physical game disc production for the PS5 starting January 2028.
• The GTA 6 Phenomenon: Analyzing the historic $260 million first-week digital pre-order numbers.
• In-Depth Reviews: Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resented (PC), The Adventures of Elliott (PS5 Pro), Rhythme Heaven Groove (Switch 2), and early impressions of Splatoon Raiders (Switch 2).
• Hardware Check: Why critics are passing on the new Steam Machine.
• Local Spotlight: A full review of Arcade Time Restaurant & Entertainment in Wellington, FL.

Music for this podcast is created by Jeremiah Daniel.

If you enjoyed the show, please like, share, and subscribe. Help us grow the community by leaving us an Apple Podcast review!

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

In episode 16 of Gaming with Grown Folks, Jahdie breaks down one of the most consequential months in modern gaming. We recap the biggest world premiers from the 2026 Summer Showcases, including Playstation's State of Play, the Xbox Games Showcase, Summer Game Fest and a Nintendo Direct packed with Switch 2 heavy hitters like the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Star Fox.

We also deliver in-depth reviews of IO Interactive's triumphant 007 First Light and Playground Games' breathtaking leap to Japan in Forza Horizon 6. Finally, we tackle the grim reality behind the ongoing Xbox "business reset" and unpack the European Commission's latest ruling on the fight for video game preservation.

Connect with the Community:

Email us at [email protected] and let us know which upcoming games you are most excited to play this Fall! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, share, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts to help the community grow.

Intro/Outro music provided by Jeremiah Daniel.

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

Join Jahdie for a deep dive into the PS5 Pro performance of Saros and the new Invincible VS fighting game. We break down the sold-out launch of the 2026 Steam Controller, preview a massive May release calendar - including Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light - and review the Mortal Kombat II movie.

• Hardware: PS% Pro deep dive and the new Steam Controller's TMR tech.
• Reviews: Saros, Invincible VS, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
• News: PS6 delay rumors and the May 2026 release avalanche.
• Pop culture: Johnny Cage steals the show in Mortal Kombat 2.

Musical by Jeremiah Daniel.

Support the Show:

Please like, share and subscribe! If you're enjoying the podcast, leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcast to help us grow the community. 

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

Welcome back to Gaming with Grown Folks! In Episode 14, Jahdie breaks down an absolutely wild month in the video game industry.

Is the new $900 PS5 Pro price tag justified? We dive into the massive Playstation hardware price hikes and discuss the divisive opening weekend reviews for the new Super Mario Galaxy movie. Plus, we deliver in-depth reviews of March 2026's heaviest hitters: the terrifying survival horror masterpiece Resident Evil Requiem, the massive open-world RPG Crimson Desert, and the incredibly addictive Slay the Spire 2. Finally, we look ahead to a stacked April 2026 release schedule. Get ready for the monumental drop of Starfield on PS5, the highly anticipated 1.0 console release of Hades 2, and major seasonal updates for Diablo IV.

What April 2026 video games are you most excited to play? Are you upgrading your console despite the price hike? Let us know! Send your thought to [email protected] and you might be featured on the next episode.

If you enjoyed the episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, and share this episode with your gaming squad!

Official podcast music provided by Jeremiah Daniel. Check out his incredible tracks on Apple Music, Spotify, and all major streaming platforms. 

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

This week on Gaming with Grown Folks, we're diving deep into the biggest news shaking the foundation of the video game industry. Jahdie has back pain, but somehow found time to press start.

In-Depth Reviews:

• Resident Evil Requiem: Is it the perfect bridge between classic horror and modern action? Jahdie stays up past his bedtime to deliver the definitive verdict on Capcom's latest.
• Pokemon Pokopia: We review the Switch 2 launch title that promises a truly cozy Pokemon simulation. Is it the fresh start the franchise needed?

Deep Dives & Discussions

• The Xbox Earthquake: Phil Spencer steps back, Sarah Bond leaves, and Asha Sharma (CEO, Microsoft Gaming) is in. What does this mean for the future of Game Pass, first-party exclusives on PS5, and the definition of "Xbox"?
• Early Thoughts on Marathon: Bungie's alpha tests are live, and the feedback is...complicated. We analyze the clunky UI and identity crisis in this extraction shooter.
• Crimson Desert Preview: This game looks impossible, combining deep single player RPG mechanics with massive MMO ambitions. Is it a masterpiece in the making or a beautiful mess?

We also wrap up the breaking news, including the sale of EA, the reorganization at Ubisoft, and a surprise dose of wholesome news from Gamstop's CEO.

CALL TO ACTION: We want to hear from you! Email [email protected] and tell us: Are you excited about Crimson Desert"

Thanks to Jeremiah Daniel for providing the music for the show, If you enjoy this episode, please like, share, and subscribe!

Support the show