🎮 Game of the Month – Crash Bandicoot Deep Dive!

In this episode of the High Scores High Stakes (HSHS) Podcast, Mr Luvva Luvva and Tomahawk go full retro as they take a deep dive into Crash Bandicoot.

From brutal platforming difficulty to PlayStation nostalgia, we break down:
🔥 Why Crash became a PS1 icon🔥 Is it actually harder than we remember?🔥 Does Crash still hold up today?

Whether you grew up spinning crates on the PS1 or discovered Crash through the N. Sane Trilogy, this episode is packed with gaming nostalgia and debate.

Drop a comment with your favourite Crash moment 👇

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We turned Human Fall Flat into a scored competitive challenge.

In this chaotic co-op episode, every action counts:

• Points for helping the team

• Points deducted for being a liability

From disastrous jumps to accidental sabotage, we test whether teamwork actually survives physics-based mayhem.

Who carried?

Who cost us the win?

And can you really trust anyone in Human Fall Flat?

If you enjoy competitive PlayStation challenges, structured scoring systems, and unpredictable co-op gameplay — this episode is for you.

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It all comes down to the lanes in this Ultimate Tekken Bowl Challenge on High Scores High Stakes.

After a full week of practice, it’s finally time to put everything on the line in Tekken 7’s Tekken Bowl. The rules are simple but brutal: 10 frames, one attempt each, and one winner. Highest score takes home 3 crucial points — everyone else walks away with excuses.

Every strike builds pressure.
Every miss swings the momentum.
And by the final frame, nerves are well and truly shot.

If you love competitive gaming challenges, high-stakes side quests, and watching confidence crumble in real time, this episode delivers. Hit play and find out who holds their nerve — and who completely falls apart under the lights.

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Competitive gameplay is back — right where PlayStation began. We kick off Season 6 by returning to Ridge Racer (1994). The iconic PS1 launch title, for a pure skill challenge: the fastest 3-lap race. Same track. Same rules. No excuses.

Each host takes on Ridge Racer’s short course, chasing the perfect run while fighting understeer, arcade physics, and 90s racing pressure. The fastest total race time takes the win, with a bonus point awarded for the quickest individual lap.

But does Ridge Racer still hold up nearly 30 years later? And can modern players really master a game that helped define competitive PlayStation gaming?

From nostalgia to nitro-free racing fundamentals, this is Ridge Racer as it was meant to be played — fast, competitive, and unforgiving.

Let us know if you've played Ridge Racer and if you can beat our times.

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In this deep dive review, we’re breaking down Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, one of PlayStation’s biggest and boldest PS5 exclusives.

From its instant rift-hopping gameplay and Dual Sense features to its visuals, level design, combat, story, and pure fun factor, we explore what makes Rift Apart tick; and whether it truly stands as a next-gen showcase for the PlayStation 5.

Is this Insomniac Games at the top of their game?
Does Rift Apart live up to the legacy of Ratchet & Clank?
And how does it hold up beyond the tech wow-factor?

Whether you’re a long time fan of the series or coming to Rift Apart for the first time, this episode delivers a full, spoiler-light discussion packed with insight, debate, and PlayStation nostalgia.

Let us know where on the High Scores High Stakes Tier List you'd put Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.

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The competition is back for our ultimate PlayStation quiz showdown, and this time it’s bigger than ever. In our final side quest, we go head-to-head across a mix of challenges including PlayStation lists, game guessing rounds, links in gaming, and even PlayStation maths.Expect rivalry, chaos, and bragging rights on the line as we put our PlayStation knowledge to the test and find out who really knows Sony’s history best. Whether you’re playing along at home or just here for the competition, this is one for hardcore PlayStation fansJoin along with Mr Luvva Luvva, Tomahawk and Cardinal Smith!

👇 Let us know your score in the comments and who you think won!

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We’re looking ahead to 2026 and breaking down the PlayStation games we’re most excited for. From highly anticipated sequels and major first-party titles to new IPs and long-awaited releases, we discuss which upcoming PS5 games have us hyped and why they could define the next year of PlayStation.

Expect bold predictions, wish-list picks, and plenty of speculation as we talk about what 2026 could look like for Sony and the PlayStation ecosystem. If you’re planning your future backlog or just love staying ahead of what’s coming next, this episode is for you.

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It’s time to make the call. In this episode, Luvva, Cardinal & Tomahawk name their personal Game of the Year for 2025, breaking down why their pick stood above the rest.

From standout gameplay and unforgettable moments to the games that stuck with us long after the credits rolled, we explain what made each choice worthy of the top spot.

Expect debate, hot takes, and plenty of disagreement as we compare picks and reflect on what made 2025 such a memorable year for gaming.

Whether you’re looking for recommendations or want to see how your GOTY stacks up against ours, this is the episode to jump into.

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Happy Holidays from the High Scores High Stakes Podcast!

In this festive episode, Mr Luvva Luvva, Tomahawk, and Cardinal Smith dive into Astro Bot, December’s Game of the Month and winner of The Game Awards 2024 Game of the Year.

From pure joy and classic PlayStation nostalgia to the clever design and feel-good gameplay, we break down what makes Astro Bot so special — and ask the big question: is this PlayStation’s most joyful game ever? We also discuss why it stood out in an incredibly competitive year for gaming and whether it truly deserves its GOTY crown.

Whether you’re listening on Spotify or watching on YouTube, thanks for being part of the High Scores High Stakes community

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It’s our PlayStation Christmas special. We chat about some of our favourite Christmas-themed DLCs and seasonal events, look back on 2025, and hear festive messages from friends of the show. We also share a bit of what’s coming in 2026 like Season 6, more deep-dive reviews, and lots more PlayStation goodness.

🎄🎮 Merry Christmas from the High Scores High Stakes Podcast! 🎮🎄

As always thank you for listening and making 2025 our best year ever!

Whether you’re wrapping presents, grinding seasonal events, or dodging family arguments, thanks for supporting High Scores High Stakes (HSHS) this year ❤️

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