Mostly Normal Gamers Podcast

Jon couldn’t help himself and HAD TO play Hogwart’s Legacy…it’s awesome!  Also, he finally got a physical copy of Metroid Prime Remastered but hasn’t started it yet.  James played a bit of a game that’s a mix between StarFox and Vampire Survivor called Whisker Squadron: Survivor.  He’s also almost done with his second time through Hi-Fi Rush.  He’s a man that gets shit done.  We also go on several tangents!  Join us!

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

The moment has finally come!  We’ve all been dying with anticipation to hear Angie’s take on the LOTR movie trilogy and that day is finally here.  James talks about a board game called ROOT…more like a “bored” game, am I right?  I jest. It actually sounds pretty cool.  Jon’s been building Nintendo Labo five years later because his son’s finally old enough to enjoy it.  Hear what we have to say!

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

We talk about a lot of things: Viewtiful Joe, FF tactics Advance, Astro Boy, Hi-Fi Rush, The Ascent but, most importantly, James has played and finished Metroid Prime Remastered.  We also get confused between the acronym for a Metroid 2 Remake and the tingling sensation you pervs get to some sounds.  Have fun!

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

Damn technical difficulties!  I blame Jon for using a USB-A to USB-C cable.  Get up to speed, jackass!  Anyway, Chris finished Tunic and has opinions that might be contrary to the popular one.  James finished Hi-Fi Rush and enjoyed it despite a troubling technical hiccup.  Jon platinumed Biomutant and moved on to High on Life.

We also make fools of ourselves by predicting Nintendo Direct announcements.  Lastly, we touch on the drama surrounding Hogwarts Legacy and the difficulties of separating the art from the artist. JOIN US!!!

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

We’ve agreed that there are too many games.  Jon is still chugging away on Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga and Biomutant.  Chris is playing Tunic, Pentiment, Norco and the new gem, Hi-Fi Rush.  Angie is the only smart one who limits herself to one game at a time by playing Pentiment.

We also cover the lack of interest in the moribund E3 convention.  Lastly, can Halo recover from the trouble at 343 or the lack of interest in the franchise?  JOIN US!!!

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

James and Jon on this one.  James is still exhibiting his detective skills in Disco Elysium as well as playing Mother.  Turns out Mother isn’t about mothers at all but rather a humorous game in which a boy named Ninten battles aliens and brainwashed individuals!  Who knew?!  Jon, on the other hand, loves mediocrity and is thus playing and thoroughly enjoying Biomutant!

We also recount the news from the Xbox Developer Direct and discuss the downfall of Rick and Mortie creator, Justin Roiland.

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

Chris and James start by talking about one of the coolest anti-heroes in Sci-Fi, Thrawn!  Then they talk about video games because that’s what the show’s generally about.  James is playing Disco Elysium (I personally couldn’t believe he hadn’t played this already.  It seems like a very “James” kinda game), Mother (I can’t, I can’t play a game called Mother…it’s creepy), and Iron Lung (Spoilers: It is not about the hyperbaric chamber Michael Jackson used).  Chris is still loving Game Pass because it’s awesome.  He proves it by playing NORCO and Tunic which are great games!  Tunic was robbed of at least one Game Award!

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

It is what it says it is!!!

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

There’s no direction in this podcast, I tell ya!  James and Jon just talk about whatever they want. Jon’s kid won’t stop making noise!!!  Jon insults a loyal listener.  Who keeps letting him on this show!!???  It’s…it’s a good time!  Once we do get on track we talk about God of War: Ragnarok (weird, I know).  James has also been playing a couple indie darlings: UnMetal and Frogun.  Jon is still in love with his Analogue Pocket having finished Legend of Zelda: Minish Cap and starting on Mario and Luigi: Superstar Saga.  We also talk about the continued woes for Ubisoft and Xbox's upcoming developer stream.

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus

The whole gang is together as we run through our GOTY’s from 2022!  It’s a good thing we do this virtually otherwise fists would be flying!!!  JK, we had a good time.

If you want to be a part of the conversation or if you have a pressing question that you want us to weigh in on… You can reach us on twitter @mngamerspodcast. If you don’t use twitter you can send email the old fashion way to [email protected]. Sign up for our new newsletter, Mostly Normal Monthly at mngamers.substack.com! Back issues can be found there too! Lastly, go to Spotify and do our weekly poll cuz it’s fun!  Text or VM to (507) 291-2991

Jon Swanson @jonnysamsonite

Chris Stern @vgoccasion

Angie @stellarsmalls

James Halliday @buttlordprimus