Replay the Glory Days

This week, Tanner and Kyle fire up the Morph Ball and dive headfirst into Metroid Prime for the very first time! Is the 2002 GameCube classic as legendary as everyone says, or did we just get hopelessly lost in the Chozo Ruins?

Before strapping on the Power Suit, we kick things off with some gaming news: Sony’s controversial decision to officially sunset physical game discs, and what an all-digital future means for game preservation. Plus, we take a detour into game design history to break down the origins, tropes, and mechanics that make a true "Metroidvania." 

Finally, stick around until the end as we lay the groundwork for our million-dollar side hustle: 1-800-WEREWOLF. If you’re experiencing sudden hair growth during a full moon, we’ve got a hotline for you.

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Get ready for pure, chaotic nostalgia! This week, Tanner and Kyle are joined by special guest Cailee as they take a deep dive into the classic 2001 neighborhood that started it all: The Sims.

After geeking out over the unexpectedly deep lore of Sim history, the crew jumps headfirst into Live Mode to build the household of their dreams—a wild family of five that takes a sudden, tragic turn. Let’s just say Master Chief’s cooking skill was a 0, and the fire brigade didn't make it in time.

Between grieving the galaxy’s greatest super-soldier and navigating the sheer absurdity of early 2000s AI, one burning question remains: Will Kyle actually manage to get pregnant?

Grab your green plumbobs, mute the fire alarms, and tune in to find out!

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For only the second time in podcast history, Tanner and Kyle complete a game on the show as they glide through the breathtaking sands of Journey. Join us as we re-experience this masterpiece, marvel at its visual storytelling, and dive into a debate on game pricing: how much should a short, artistic indie title like this actually cost? Plus, stick around until the very end to find out what game we’re tackling next! 

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In this episode, Tanner and Kyle finally jump into the legendary world of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, but first, they have some catching up to do. Kyle kicks things off with a recap of his recent mountain climbing adventures in Colorado before the guys dive into a discussion on Steam Machine price points and the massive anticipation surrounding GTA 6. After Tanner sets the stage with the essential game descriptions and facts, the guys return to break down their own chaotic in-game adventure. It is a wild ride as they take pictures of peacocks, slay giant insects, get absolutely obliterated by a pack of random bandits, and become hopelessly addicted to Gwent. Find out Kyle's score and what the next game will be at the end of the episode! 

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Tanner and Kyle are back on the PS5, taking on Halo: Campaign Evolved in Remix Mode! We’re revisiting the very first episode that started it all in Season 1 of Replay the Glory Days. Expect nostalgia, total chaos, and an embarrassing number of respawns. 

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This week, Tanner and Kyle are breaking into Mordor, but the real villain isn't Sauron—it's corporate copyright law.

We’re revisiting Shadow of Mordor and asking the tough questions: Why haven't other games stolen the Nemesis System yet? Oh right, because Warner Bros. literally patented it. This gets us into a massive therapy session about the state of gaming: the differences between bloated, risk-averse Triple-A studios and the fearless, chaotic energy of indie games that are actually keeping the industry alive right now.

Come for the Orc decapitations, stay for the anti-corporate rants and our essential, deeply serious tribute to Lego Batman

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We were supposed to be playing The Sims today, but instead, we got trapped in an underground bunker. Welcome to our Fallout 3 episode!

Join Tanner and Kyle as Kyle experiences the Capital Wasteland for the absolute first time. We’re holding it up against our gold standard Skyrim to see how Bethesda's formula translates to guns and radiation. Plus, we dive deep into the absolute absurdity of the bottlecap economy and debate the iconic franchise thesis: Does war ever change?

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Hit pause on the early 2000s video games because today, we are traveling to a galaxy far, far away!

In this special bonus episode, Tanner drags Kyle away from the controller and forces him onto the couch for an epic, back-to-back movie marathon of Star Wars: Episodes I, II, and III.

But here’s the real kicker: This is Kyle’s first time ever watching these movies.

That’s right. Kyle has somehow managed to survive decades of pop culture without witnessing pod racing, hearing the tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise, or experiencing the absolute heartbreak of Mustafar.

Will the high-flying lightsaber duels, early-2000s CGI, and political drama of the Galactic Senate turn Kyle into a lifelong Star Wars defender? Or will we finally discover that he’s been actively avoiding the franchise for a reason?

Grab your popcorn, channel your inner Jedi, and join us for a wild ride filled with fresh-eyes commentary, Tanner’s relentless lore-dumping, and the ultimate verdict on the Prequel Trilogy.

May the Force be with Kyle’s attention span.

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 In this episode, Kyle and Tanner brave the cordyceps-infested world of The Last of Us, but surviving the apocalypse is only half the battle. What starts as a deep dive into Joel and Ellie’s traumatic journey quickly spirals into a series of legendary tangents that only this duo could pull off. Between dodging Clickers and debating gameplay mechanics, the guys find themselves deconstructing the ethics of the death penalty, uncovering the bizarre reality of a werewolf sex hotline, and critiquing the latest round of movie trailers. Whether you’re here for the survival horror or the supernatural phone services, join us for a chaotic blend of high-stakes drama and absolute absurdity—just don’t expect us to stay on track for more than five minutes at a time. 

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To celebrate a whole year of retro trips down memory lane, Tanner and Kyle are throwing out the usual playbook and doing something completely new. For our massive one-year anniversary episode, we are joined by the legendary Scott—who is here to guide us through our very first foray into the multiverse of Magic: The Gathering!

In this super-sized, extra-long celebration, we are diving headfirst into the card-collecting addiction. We settled in for a super-long, couch-style hangout episode where Scott teaches us the ropes and shares some fascinating facts about the game's history. Plus, we indulge in the ultimate nostalgia high—ripping open booster packs and experiencing that "new card smell." Finally, we face off in our inaugural match.

Whether you're an old-school Planeswalker or have never touched a deck in your life, come celebrate one year of the podcast with us!

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