High Scores High Stakes

It’s time to return to the Spencer Mansion in Resident Evil (1996).

In this Deep Dive review on High Scores High Stakes, Luvva, Tomahawk and, special guest, Johnny Beard; revisit the original survival horror classic that defined a genre. From fixed camera angles and limited resources to puzzles, tension, and iconic moments, this is the game that started it all.

But how does it play today?

Does the original Resident Evil still hold up in a modern gaming world… or has time been less kind to this PlayStation classic?

Expect a full breakdown of gameplay, atmosphere, difficulty, and legacy as the hosts explore what made Resident Evil (1996) so influential — and whether it still deserves its legendary status.

Hit play and step back into survival horror history.

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It’s time for a high-speed descent in Lonely Mountains: Downhill.

In this episode of High Scores High Stakes, the crew take on the dangerous slopes of Graterhorn in a precision-based downhill challenge. The goal is simple: set the fastest time to the bottom — but there’s a twist. A bonus point is awarded for the fewest crashes, meaning reckless speed could cost everything.

Every second counts.
Every mistake hurts.
And one bad fall could ruin the entire run.

Do you go all-out for speed… or play it safe for consistency?

Expect risky shortcuts, brutal wipeouts, and plenty of chaotic runs as the hosts try to master one of the most unforgiving tracks in Lonely Mountains: Downhill.

Who finds the perfect line down the mountain?
And who spends more time crashing than riding?

Hit play and find out who conquers Graterhorn.

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It’s time to take to the skies in Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown for a dogfight challenge. Luvva, Cardinal and Tomahawk strap into their cockpits for a high-speed aerial challenge with three rounds and triple points on the line. With the leaderboard at stake, every dogfight matters; one mistake and your rival could run away with the win.

Expect intense missile lock-ons, risky flying, and plenty of questionable pilot decisions as the hosts battle to prove who the real Top Gun of the podcast is.

Three rounds.

Triple points.

One winner.

Who dominates the skies… and who gets shot down in flames?Strap in and find out.

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Speed, sabotage, and serious stakes collide in this SpeedRunners challenge on High Scores High Stakes.

Every race is a battle of reflexes, shortcuts, and perfectly timed sabotage. Grappling hooks, rockets, and traps can instantly change the outcome, and falling behind the pack means elimination.

Every jump matters.Every boost counts.And one mistake can end your run completely.

Will the reigning champion Mr Luvva Luvva continue his push toward a historic third cup?Can Tomahawk outmaneuver the competition with precision timing?Or will Cardinal Smith steal the win at last with perfectly timed chaos?

If you love competitive gaming challenges, multiplayer party games, and fast-paced rivalry, this episode is packed with SpeedRunners mayhem from start to finish.

Hit play and see who survives the race.

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It’s time for a full-blown Kill Count Showdown in Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun Horde Mode.

In this brutal challenge episode of High Scores High Stakes, we dive into the retro-inspired FPS carnage of Boltgun and compete for one thing only: the highest kill count. No survival points. No style bonuses. Just pure, relentless destruction against wave after wave of Chaos forces.

Every missed shot costs momentum.
Every power-up matters.
And by the end, only one Space Marine can claim the top score.

Who dominates the horde?
Who folds under pressure?
And just how high can the kill count climb?

If you love competitive gaming challenges, Warhammer 40K chaos, and old-school shooter energy, this episode delivers non-stop action and high-stakes competition.

Hit play and witness the carnage.

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🎮 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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