Best Digivolve Podcasts (2025)

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Digimon Story: Time Stranger (2025) It's Finally Digivolving! 1:11:02

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22d ago1:11:02

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick jack into the grid and find themselves in the glitchy, time-twisting world of Digimon Story: Time Stranger. What was supposed to be a casual dive into cyberspace quickly spirals into a full-blown temporal disaster when a mysterious program tears through the world, merging past, present, and future into on…

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Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake (2025) Echoes of Erdrick 1:10:50

1d ago1:10:50

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave dust off their swords, shine their armor, and set out on a nostalgic journey through the land of Alefgard in “Dragon Quest I & II Remake.” Square Enix has taken two of the most important JRPGs ever made and given them the full HD-2D treatment—complete with shimmering pixel art, dynamic lighting, and a sou…

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Time To Put Up Your Christmas Tree 25:54

5d ago25:54

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Xbox cloud streaming is getting me in trouble, it's time to put up your Christmas tree, and improve lessons! Link Dump Tremors One Dark Window Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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The Outer Worlds 2 (2025) Capitalism Just Got Cosmic 1:17:00

6d ago1:17:00

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave blast off to the outer reaches of the galaxy and dive headlong into The Outer Worlds 2 — Obsidian’s long-awaited sequel that promises more satire, more chaos, and even more morally confusing decisions than before. Gone are the familiar worlds of Halcyon; this time, the duo find themselves in a brand-new s…

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Ninja Gaiden 4 (2025) Being A Ninja Never Gets Old 1:09:39

11d ago1:09:39

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave dive headfirst into the relentless chaos of Ninja Gaiden 4 — a game that doesn’t just test your reflexes, it punishes your mistakes. This time Ryu is out and Yakumo, a skilled ninja of the Raven Clan, takes the hot seat. Sounds like a Tuesday for a Super Ninja. Armed with his ever-growing arsenal, new Blo…

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AI Thinks We Have A Praise Kink 46:22

12d ago46:22

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A new guest joins us to talk pet peeves: drivers, "AI", smash burgers, and automatic flushing toilets. Oh, these really drive us crazy! Link Dump The Amazing Digital Circus Raggedy Ann & Andy: A Musical Adventure The Murderbot Diaries Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https…

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Journey (2012) Sand, Sound, and Soul 1:00:53

16d ago1:00:53

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick set aside their usual chaos and step into something far more serene — Journey, the meditative, wordless adventure from thatgamecompany. Gone are the guns, gadgets, and dialogue trees. Instead, they don flowing red robes, a magical scarf, and head off into the endless desert toward a distant, glowing mount…

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Optimum Coffee Ratios 45:36

19d ago45:36

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What exactly is the perfect ratio of grounds to water for coffee? Are we boomers? Does Faith like Digimon now? Link Dump Eight Legged Freaks Corpse Bride The Poppy War Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Pa…

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Banana Ball, Digimon, Stats, and Banned Books 41:16

26d ago41:16

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Banana Ball, is it rigged? Michael got to talk Digimon at work and has some ridiculous stats to share. Home servers inbound! What's your recommended banned book? Link Dump The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy A Court of Thorns and Roses Series Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoff…

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Amnesia: Rebirth (2020) Stay Away From The Desert 1:05:19

28d ago1:05:19

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick stumble out of the safety of daylight and into the suffocating terror of Amnesia: Rebirth, Frictional Games’ 2020 return to psychological horror. Set in the vast, sun-scorched deserts of Algeria, this isn’t your average vacation. Taking control of Tasi Trianon, the duo must piece together a shattered memo…

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Digivolving This Weekend 35:49

1M ago35:49

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Digimon Story Time Stranger has released and it's becoming Michael's life! Have you ever meet someone with the same last name that's not your cousin? The Sims could be AI. Link Dump Digimon The Movie Beerfest The God of the Woods Michael's newsletter on the Xbox bs. Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: …

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Plants vs Zombies (2009) Lawn Of The Dead 59:03

1M ago59:03

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick swap out shotguns and swords for watering cans and fertilizer as they take on the quirky, strategic chaos of Plants vs Zombies. Released in 2009, this tower defense classic turns your backyard into the frontline of the undead apocalypse, where survival depends less on firepower and more on creative landsc…

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Consistently Committed 20:07

1M ago20:07

20:07

Going to my first Banana Ball game, dating websites, and consistently being committed to too many projects. Link Dump Attack the Block Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Borderlands 4 (2025) Vault Hunting Is Back! 1:20:32

2M ago1:20:32

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick lock, load, and launch themselves back into the loot-splattered insanity of Borderlands 4. Once again, the galaxy is on the brink of chaos, and naturally, the only two people crazy enough to handle it are our lovable vault-hunting duo. With a whole new planet to explore, filled to the brim with outlaws, s…

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Wedding Season Debut 17:38

2M ago17:38

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Dogs escaping, the wedding season debut, and Google is getting me in trouble! Link Dump Wagons East Mamma Mia! Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Michael Bivens

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Hell Is Us (2025) Clues and Calamity 1:18:38

2M ago1:18:38

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick step into the desolate, war-torn world of Hell is Us. Set in a country ripped apart by years of civil strife and buried secrets, the game forces them to navigate a landscape where danger comes from both sides of the battlefield: hostile soldiers with guns and terrifying supernatural abominations with… wel…

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The Work Bathroom Experience 25:37

2M ago25:37

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Too many guys using the one and only toilet, break room food is illegal, and the word "naturally" will probably get you in trouble. Link Dump Solo Leveling Evolution (2001) Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast …

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Lost Soul Aside (2025) Lost, Found, and Put Aside 1:09:40

2M ago1:09:40

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave finally get their hands on Lost Soul Aside, the game that spent longer in development than Dave did in college. They step into the boots of Kaser, a moody anime protagonist with more hair gel than common sense, and his wise-cracking dragon symbiote, Arena, who never misses an opportunity to roast his host…

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Gears of War Reloaded (2025) Revamped and Revved Up 1:11:10

2M ago1:11:10

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick lock and load as they stomp into the gritty, blood-soaked battlefields of Gears of War Reloaded. Humanity is on its last legs, cornered and desperate, after the ground splits open and unleashes the monstrous Locust Horde. Enter Marcus Fenix: soldier, survivor, and a man who probably only smiles when he’s …

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Physical Media Collections 42:26

2M ago42:26

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We're falling down a rabbit hole of physical media collections, building our own physical library. Link Dump Canvas Apron AHA! Delivered Thursday Murder Club Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Signalis (2022) Dreams of Flesh and Circuitry 1:13:14

2M ago1:13:14

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave stumble into the fractured, nightmarish depths of Signalis. Released in 2022, this indie survival horror blends the pixelated charm of the PS1 era with a surreal, haunting atmosphere straight out of a fever dream. Players take on the role of Elster, a Replika technician on a desperate search for her missi…

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Entrees With or Without Sides 50:30

3M ago50:30

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Are you an entree and sides kinda gal? Have you ever seen a street light go out? How do you feel about deja vu? Link Dump Tremors Clue (1985) Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Enjoying A Nice Sausage 37:50

3M ago37:50

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Moldy muffins and no popcorn make for a rough Friday, but do you want a sausage now? Link Dump Tiny Bookshop Dude, Where's My Car? Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Mafia: The Old Country (2025) Vows & Vendettas 1:12:30

3M ago1:12:30

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave must grab their pocket knives, practice their Sicilian and pour themselves a glass on wine because they are taking on the role of Enzo Favara, an escapee of the Sicilian sulphur mines who trespasses onto the lands of Don Bernardo Torrisi the head of the local Mafia and a man who values trust above all els…

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How Do You Make Friends? 37:38

3M ago37:38

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Coming off the heels of the hotly debated prior episode, we're talking about growing up vs parenting with social media and trying to make friends in new cities! Link Dump Up and Vanished Don't Drink and Drive Tucker and Dale vs. Evil Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https:…

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PaRappa the Rapper (1997) You Gotta Believe! 1:08:51

3M ago1:08:51

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick dust off their PS1 nostalgia goggles and dive headfirst into the wonderfully weird and rhythmically chaotic world of PaRappa the Rapper. Released in 1996, this cult classic rhythm game has players rapping their way through everything from martial arts lessons to cake-baking catastrophes—all in the name of…

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The Legal Internet Age Debate 1:45:20

3M ago1:45:20

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Rule 34, AI, Subscription Woes, Ads vs Commercials, Digital Libraries, and it gets a little hot in here as we debate the legal age to be on the internet, Link Dump Zootopia 2 Find your local library Socials & More PurpleElephant.tv Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-th…

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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (1997) Blood, Bats & Bitmaps 1:13:34

3M ago1:13:34

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave don their finest velvet cloaks, pack an unreasonable number of throwing axes, and descend into the shadowy halls of Dracula’s castle in Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. Released in 1997, this genre-defining Metroidvania dropped players into a haunting, labyrinthine fortress as Alucard—Dracula’s half-hu…

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Phone vs Laptop Activities 41:23

3M ago41:23

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Phones vs laptop activities, people can't recognize CGI, professional vacations, and achievements are Michael's life! Link Dump Harry Potter Quicksilver Michael's Xbox substack Socials & More Patreon PurpleElephant.tv Instagram TikTok BlueSky Twitch Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/tr…

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Bomb Rush Cyberfunk (2023) Spray. Skate. Survive. 58:55

4M ago58:55

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick slip into their cyber-sneakers, juice up their Boost Packs, and plunge headfirst into the gravity-defying, tag-spraying, rhythm-blasting world of Bomb Rush Cyberfunk. Set in the vibrant, cel-shaded sprawl of New Amsterdam, this spiritual successor to Jet Set Radio throws our duo into a chaotic turf war be…

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Here's Johnny! 1:05:14

4M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

Films, lots of films. The weird, the cult, the old! Plugs Twins Screwed Wizards The Holy Mountain Sharknado Socials & More Patreon PurpleElephant.tv Instagram TikTok BlueSky Twitch Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Alcohol In The Workplace 45:12

4M ago45:12

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Another groomsman has joined the chat; talking about alcohol in the workplace, Warhammer 40K, fishing, and more! Plugs Tyler's BMX Video Socials & More Patreon PurpleElephant.tv Instagram TikTok BlueSky Twitch Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-tricky-this ★ Support this podc…

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Return of the Wife 29:15

4M ago29:15

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Faith joins us to talk about the cost of energy drinks, living in a house, and rising to the pressure! Link Dump Coffee Beaned - maps of coffee roasters Office Ladies Socials & More Patreon PurpleElephant.tv Instagram TikTok BlueSky Twitch Music Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Tricky Thief by uhanoffski https://tunetank.com/track/1138-t…

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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (2025) Beached Things and Broken Heartstrings 1:21:25

4M ago1:21:25

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This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave reunite with their favorite melancholic porter in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Hideo Kojima’s latest delivery of mind-bending narrative, cinematic excess, and very, very complicated backpacks. The world is still broken, the skies are still crying, and now—somehow—the ocean is even weirder. Sam Porter …