An extended trailer for Death Stranding 2 was shown on January 31. We're watching along and reacting to it in this short episode

We are back this week to finish our review of the first season of Twisted Metal. Fair warning, Scott had a bit more recap juice than normal, and this episode may go off the rails once or twice. Or more often than that, honestly.

0:00 - Pre-opening Nonsense

2:40 - Intro and Opening

16:30 - Reviewing Episodes 6-10

1:33:00 - Ranking all the Video Game TV Shows we've watched

This week, we're reviewing the first half of the Twisted Metal TV series. It's a bit weird, but it's not awful, so that's a win. We'll be back next week with the second half!

We begin our year the way that we always do: by making predictions about the things that will happen, and completing the Video Game Fantasy Draft.

Happy New Year everyone! This week, we're talking about our favourite games that we played during 2023, with a special focus on games made by independent developers and small studios.

After a much-needed reprieve, we return to the world of game-to-film adaptations with Neil Blomkamp's Gran Turismo. Based on the true story of gamer-turned-racer Jann Mardenborough, it's a fine enough retelling of a dream come true, and a decent little racing movie with just enough action and beauty to carry it through the more dull moments and puddle-deep character work.

Full Rankings List

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This week, we're examining The Game Awards. In particular, how the 3+ hour marketing blitz does little except eclipse what should be a celebration of gaming's artistic achievements. From bland reveals filled with shareholder-pleasing buzzwords and manufactured hype to games seemingly devoid of any artistic merit or personality, it's a night to forget, and we discuss striking a balance between commercialism and honoring the artistic essence of the gaming industry.

This week, we return to the world of Castlevania with the most recent entry in the TV series, Castlevania: Nocturne. Although it isn't perfect, it does feel like a proper return to form, and the characters are compelling and fun, even if there are a few too many. It's been renewed for a second season, and we can't wait to see what's in store.

This week, we're concluding our review of the Jordan Peele/Henry Selick shared universe with the culmination their combined efforts, Wendell & Wild. Unfortunately, although it's pretty to look at and has lots to like, it falls a bit flat and is doomed to be fairly forgettable. Also, Dallin recorded his audio on the wrong microphone for this one because he's a doink. Enjoy!

In this episode, we play and discuss Bad Boys: Miami Takedown (Bad Boys 2), one of the most forgettable games we've ever played. I've already forgotten about it by the time I wrote this description.