Did this game really exist? Was there a Mew under the truck? 

And who was Ben… really? 

Welcome to The Gentleland Show! Your cozy dive into the myths, legends, and playground rumors that shaped gaming history. In this episode, Jacky, Edwin, and Sam explore the line between fact and fiction in video games! 

From haunted cartridges and secret levels to legendary moments that actually happened. 

Whether you’ve heard of Polybius or Ben Drowned, this episode digs deep into the stories that made us believe and made games feel bigger than life. 

00:00 Intro 

01:17 Polybius and Government Conspiracies 

02:56 The Mew Myth in Pokémon Red & Blue 

04:07 The Truck, the Ship, and Playground Rumors 

05:11 Majora’s Mask and Ben Drowned 

06:30 Fan Games Based on Creepypasta 

07:36 Street Fighter’s Most Legendary Moment (Daigo vs Wong) 

09:09 Red Shirt Guy at BlizzCon 

10:44 When Fans Know More Than Developers 

11:53 Why Myths and Legends Matter in Games 

12:29 Community Invitation & Wrap-Up 

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