Best Virtual Console Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 311 - Primed (feat. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond & The Game Awards) 1:41:35

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We've only been waiting 8 years GOTYTDACOTY Voting:⁠ ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfunG3vVEIcVp0Zz6UH-dONswsPsjwasO5Oc7G9oHycUZycbA/viewform?usp=header⁠ GOTY Voting:⁠ ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhdSgJTnBKYNN9ygNmzcImYM94D4IT4WgeQO2ko7i0NkzhUA/viewform?usp=header⁠ 00:06:09 The Game Awards Reactions 00:19:02 Metroid Prime…

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Stuck Between Games And Greatness 52:20

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Send us a text The strangest part of finishing a game that wrecked you emotionally is the silence that follows. We step into that quiet space after Claire Obscure Expedition 33 and unpack what it means to truly “beat” a game—why a 56 million damage nuke on the Simon fight popped trophies but missed the point, and why chasing a parry-perfect rematch…

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Episode 310 - Game of the Year 2025 Special Part 1! 2:12:58

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More like GOATY season GOTYTDACOTY Voting:⁠ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfunG3vVEIcVp0Zz6UH-dONswsPsjwasO5Oc7G9oHycUZycbA/viewform?usp=header GOTY Voting:⁠ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhdSgJTnBKYNN9ygNmzcImYM94D4IT4WgeQO2ko7i0NkzhUA/viewform?usp=header 00:10:21 GOTYTDACOTY 00:16:56 Bally's #10 00:20:42 Nbz's #10 00:30:45 …

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Why A Steam Machine Could Change Console Gaming At Home 52:10

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Send us a text A burst of real life kicks things off—four straight nights of hockey, a surprise “you look incredible,” and the comfort of breakfast-for-dinner—before we veer straight into the question that fuels every gamer’s week: what should we play next, and why does it matter so much? We follow the breadcrumbs from YouTube Premium’s background …

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When Play Becomes Purpose: Finding Joy Beyond The Stream 51:41

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Send us a text A joke about cows opens the door to something bigger: how we get hooked on stories, why endings are so hard to accept, and what happens when streaming turns play into obligation. We start with the Stranger Things trailer and fan expectations, then jump into the real friction—when our headcanon collides with a creator’s finale. That s…

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Episode 309 - Toddler Savant (feat. Pokémon Legends Z-A) 1:56:10

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Must be so easy being a child 00:05:06 Pokemon Legends Z-A 00:42:42 Bally Jr. Becomes A Gamer 01:17:14 Has Replaying A Game Ruined It? 01:33:35 Emulation Preferences 01:53:03 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: thisnin…

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When Challenge Meets Mind: Finding Flow In Expedition 33 And Elden Ring 46:53

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Send us a text A great game can feel like a new friendship—instant chemistry, shared language, late‑night rabbit holes—until the credits roll and something just doesn’t land. We start with that feeling: Mass Effect Andromeda’s highs in worldbuilding and system exploration, and the lows of a rushed epilogue and a final encounter that denies closure.…

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Episode 191: No E3 and No Alex Make TYP Something Something 1:12:15

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Join Perry, Casey, and TYP for another year of Radio Trivia X Talk Nintendo fun. Yeah, we’re late. You probably still have some Halloween candy left.By NintendoWorldReport.com

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Episode 308 - Allegedly (feat. Professor Layton, Despelote, PowerWash Simulator 2 & More) 1:51:43

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Nothing illegal going on here 00:07:22 Professor Layton & The Curious Village 00:34:37 Despelote 00:45:44 Lego Builder's Journey 00:57:06 PowerWash Simulator 2 01:04:15 Earthion 01:09:49 Deciding Spoilercasts 01:16:25 Choosing Game Difficulty 01:30:25 The Perfect Game Length 01:48:09 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pat…

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Morning Grind, Midnight Games 49:39

2M ago49:39

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Send us a text What happens when your morning routine is harder than a raid boss and your alarm is literally a mini-game? We pull back the curtain on how we protect time for play, work, and creation—sometimes by snoozing five times, sometimes by grabbing coffee at 4 a.m. You’ll hear how we gamify wake-ups, why stable tech beats flashy plugins, and …

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Episode 307 - Snappy Boy (feat. Hades II, Gunbrella, Undusted & Crypt Custodian) 1:42:04

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Finally a normal episode 00:09:09 Hades II 00:16:56 Undusted: Letters From The Past 00:30:23 Gunbrella 00:42:10 Crypt Custodian 00:55:33 Refreshing Stale Franchises 01:18:21 Desert Island Games 01:37:26 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our…

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We Become More When We Play Together 16:36

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Send us a text What if the clearest path to better teamwork starts with a boss fight? We dive into the worlds of MMORPGs and squad shooters to show how tanks, healers, and DPS reveal a practical framework for collaboration you can use at work, in school, and at home. Choosing a role in a game is more than a loadout; it’s a promise to your group abo…

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Hollow Knight: Silksong Spoilercast! 2:20:45

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I found another sicko Follow Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattlorrigan.bsky.social You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: [email protected] & Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠discord.gg/mC8wjBd⁠…

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Ep 89 – Soul Sucker 1:12:43

2M ago1:12:43

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Jeff travels Stern Pro Circuit Star Wars Fall of the Empire Movie reviews Pinball Expo Pin2dmd (#notsponsored) Pinball streaming versus…. Soul SuckersBy Final Round Pinball Podcast

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Episode 306 - Hottie Spoilers (feat. Hades II & Hollow Knight Silksong) [REUPLOAD] 2:05:18

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Spotify deleted the original version of this because they are assholes and are too scared of copyright 00:04:14 Hades II 01:13:14 Hollow Knight Silksong (SPOILERS) 02:01:30 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: thisnintendolife@gm…

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Skins, Swords, and Buyer’s Remorse (But Mostly Skins) 56:43

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By Daniel Kaufmann Ph.D. | Dr. Gameology

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Modern Mythology, Real Therapy: Rewriting the Hero’s Journey with a Controller 20:05

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Send us a text What if the controller in your hands is more than entertainment—what if it’s a clinical tool? We dive into how video games create a safe, structured space for growth, where failure is feedback, flow builds focus, and stories teach the mindset shifts therapy aims to unlock. From the fog-drenched tension of Silent Hill F to the classro…

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Forza Horizon 6 is real, and in Japan - All we know so far 14:45

3M ago14:45

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Forza Horizon 6 is officially official in Japan, definitely confirmed. But, what else is there to spot so far? Traxion has sifted through the trailer, spotted locations on Google Maps, read all of the available FAQs, and this is everything we know so far about Forza Horizon 6. Such as, when will the PS5 version launch? What should you expect from t…

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Video Games Are Education in Disguise 21:00

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Send us a text The boundaries between education and entertainment blur as Dr. Daniel Kaufmann (Dr. Gameology) takes us on a thought-provoking journey through the cognitive benefits of gaming in this premiere episode of Solo Quest. Drawing from his extensive background as a clinical psychologist and passionate gamer, Dr. Kaufmann introduces us to th…

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Episode 305 - Virtual Boys (feat. Nintendo Direct) 1:58:22

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I know we said we were gonna talk about Silksong on this episode but we were tired ok 00:05:33 Nintendo Direct 00:13:30 The Super Mario Galaxy Movie 00:19:27 Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 00:26:42 Mario Tennis Fever 00:31:47 Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition 00:36:17 Yoshi and the Mysterious Book 00:41:12 Hades II 00:49:12 Dragon Quest VII Reima…

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How Small Studios Deliver Big Experiences: The Hollow Knight Phenomenon 51:32

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Send us a text The Gaming Persona crew explores the stark contrast between $20 indie games like Hollow Knight Silksong breaking Steam records while many $70 AAA titles struggle to deliver comparable experiences. Marcus shares his unexpected journey from organizing pickup hockey games to being offered a position managing ice rinks, highlighting how …

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Digital Journeys That Changed Us Forever 59:43

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Send us a text MarcusB814 and Dr. Gameology discuss how certain video games can profoundly impact players psychologically, creating lasting emotional impressions and sometimes even changing how we view the world. • Hollow Knight: Silksong release briefly crashed Steam, sparking a discussion about "2D Dark Souls" games and gaming settings • Marcus u…

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Episode 304 - Silksong People (feat. Hollow Knight: Silksong) 1:57:50

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It is in fact a real video game 00:03:47 Hollow Knight: Silksong 01:53:16 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: [email protected] & Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠discord.gg/mC8wjBd

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Triscuits and Destiny: Sampling Everything Games Can Be 43:27

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Send us a text Dr. Gamology, Doritos, and Marcus explore the psychological motivations behind gaming and how our digital personas reflect our real-world needs and desires. • Why we play games: socialization, escapism, stress relief, and validation • The concept of psychological flow and how it explains gaming enjoyment • How content vaulting and fr…

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Episode 303 - Gamescoming (feat. Metroid Prime 4 Demo, Hollow Knight Silksong Demo, Kirby Air Riders Demo) 1:46:14

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Germany giveth 00:07:54 The State of Switch 2 Dev Kits 00:15:03 Hollow Knight: Silksong Demo 00:26:37 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Demo 00:33:12 Kirby Air Riders Demo 00:39:35 Pokemon Legends: Z-A Demo 00:44:49 Elden Ring Demo 00:47:51 Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Demo 00:50:29 Donkey Kong Bananza Final Thoughts 00:56:27 Donkey Kong Bananza SPOIL…

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Gaming Identities & Character Creation 33:14

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Send us a text We explore the fascinating psychology behind who we become when playing games, from character creation choices to gameplay styles and completionist tendencies. • Character creation preferences vary significantly between players – some create mirror images of themselves while others prefer to play as characters completely different fr…

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Ep 88 – Completely Original 1:23:01

4M ago1:23:01

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By Final Round Pinball Podcast

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Le Mans Ultimate hits consoles and Virtual Series returns! 19:37

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Le Mans Ultimate is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, ELMS DLC starts to arrive in September and the Le Mans Virtual Series is set to return, with qualifying starting later this year. That’s a big dump of headline news for LMU drivers, oh and there’s going to be an in-game livery shop. Join John Munro and Thomas Harrison-Lord as they break down th…

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Why We Still Pay for Games That Don't Exist Yet 33:23

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Send us a text We dive into the evolving landscape of video game pre-orders and whether they still make sense in 2025 when digital downloads have replaced physical copies and day-one patches have become standard. • Discussion of nostalgic midnight release events at GameStop versus today's digital pre-order incentives • Exploration of cosmetic pre-o…

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The Current State of Assetto Corsa EVO 15:13

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Assetto Corsa EVO’s delayed 0.2 update is here, and while the title is resolutely still in early access, we can’t help but feel that the time needed to hit Version 1.0 will be longer than expected… Here, John Munro and Thomas Harrison-Lord of Traxion talk through their recent Assetto Corsa EVO experiences, and run through the undoubted highlights, …

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Episode 302 - Showcase Season (feat. Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase & Indie World) 1:27:26

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The real Nintendo Direct was us all along 00:03:55 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase 00:28:49 Nintendo Indie World 00:42:16 Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound 01:00:48 and Roger 01:07:56 Loddlenaut 01:18:59 Donkey Kong Bananza 01:24:10 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence…

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The Sacrifice of Play 46:15

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Send us a text Gaming becomes a reflection of who we are as we explore the digital personas we adopt in different games. We dive into the games currently captivating us and why they hold such personal significance. • The Nintendo Wii as possibly the most revolutionary gaming system ever created • How the Wii changed the way people interact with gam…

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Spoilercast! 1:48:28

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For those who come after Devon: https://soundcloud.com/user-131072822 You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: [email protected] & Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠discord.gg/mC8wjBd

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NASCAR 25 game - Everything you need to know 18:54

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The new official NASCAR 25 video game has a release date - October 14th 2025. Produced by iRacing and developed by Monster Games (with iRacing’s assets), it will hit PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in just under three months from now, with a date for PC (Steam) yet to be confirmed. With gameplay footage thin on the ground, and a lot of hyperbole …

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Episode 301 - The Planet Core (feat. Donkey Kong Bananza) 1:37:39

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OOOOO BANANA 00:03:56 Donkey Kong Bananza 00:52:49 Donkey Kong Bananza Questions 01:30:51 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: [email protected] & Join our Discord: ⁠⁠discord.gg/mC8wjBd…

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Forza Motorsport Killed? The Future of Sim Racing Mods! - Traxion Control Podcast 42:28

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Le Mans Ultimate exits early access, Forza Motorsport suffers job layoffs and Project Motor Racing tries to reinvent modding. Join the Traxion team for this episode of the Traxion Control Podcast as they discuss these talking points, and also go through the Traxion community's iRacing Split 22 drama feedback. Is live stewarding possible? Could it b…

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From Pixels to People: How Nostalgia Shapes Our Gaming Identity 50:21

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Send us a text Dr. Gamology, Marcus, and Doritos explore the powerful nostalgia of the games that shaped them and reflect on dramatic graphical evolution from early pixels to modern photorealism. They examine how gaming experiences from childhood created lasting preferences and identities. • Marcus shares how NHL hockey games on Super Nintendo fost…

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Ep 87: Virtual Fun 1:12:28

5M ago1:12:28

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Ryan and Jeff discuss: – last few weeks – IFPA 20 in Austria – making pinball competitions more exciting for the general public – virtual pinball explosion – AI – concerts – Jaws 50th – pinball in the media – mail ball bag & repairsBy Final Round Pinball Podcast

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Game Mechanics or Shopping Mall? The Fortnite Conundrum 59:11

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Send us a text Three gaming enthusiasts dive deep into what makes certain games addiction machines while leaving others abandoned after mere hours of play. We explore the psychology behind our gaming habits and debate whether microtransactions should be considered legitimate game mechanics or just economic exploitation. • Fortnite as a "shopping ma…

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Episode 300 - Top 50 Nintendo Games Of All Time! 4:00:10

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Live and in the flesh 00:03:13 Bally Holds A Switch 2 Pro Controller 00:08:07 Recapping The Old Top 50 & Rules 00:13:25 Adding New Games To The Top 50 01:52:20 Cutting Down The Top 50 02:40:56 Ordering The Top 50 03:26:04 Tears of the Kingdom Spoilers Start 03:28:00 Tears of the Kingdom Spoilers End 03:52:12 Recapping The New Top 50 03:54:22 Outro …

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Episode 190: Draw! 1:42:13

5M ago1:42:13

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Long time co-host Windy joins the show to dish out some pain--I mean, pleasant music! Yes, that’s it.By NintendoWorldReport.com

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Ep 86: Harry Potter and the Sleeve of Wizards 1:14:11

6M ago1:14:11

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Harry Potter Predator Eurovision Mail Ball BagBy Final Round Pinball Podcast

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Episode 299 - Calm Before The Storm (feat. Splatoon 3: Side Order) 1:10:05

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Things are happening 00:06:16 Travelling With Switch 2 00:15:36 Splatoon 3: Side Order 00:38:14 Predicting Hazelight's Next Game 00:55:03 How Publishers/Developers Work With Composers 01:05:07 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Rage Quits and Refunds: When Games Just Aren't Worth It (Nightreign Edition) 55:56

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Send us a text Breaking free from the constraints of desk-bound gaming, this episode explores how the Steam Deck is revolutionizing gaming accessibility for busy adults. Marcus details his journey selecting the perfect portable gaming device, ultimately choosing the Steam Deck for its impressive library compatibility and performance. The freedom to…

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Episode 298 - The Nintendo Switch 2 (feat. Mario Kart World, Welcome Tour, Gamecube Games, Deltarune) 2:33:28

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sometimes the obvious title is the right title 00:04:53 Nintendo Switch 2 (Hardware) 00:28:43 Nintendo Switch 2 (OS & Software) 00:56:41 Mario Kart World 01:33:34 Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour 01:57:48 Gamecube Games 02:08:06 The Zelda Games & Switch 2 Upgrades 02:13:55 Splatoon Raiders & Splatoon 3 02:21:51 Deltarune 02:29:25 Outro You can suppor…

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Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Weekend Diary 1:25:41

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We are the 2 in Switch 2 You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remember to send all your correspondence to our e-mail address: [email protected] & Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠discord.gg/mC8wjBd…

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A CRAZY Month for Racing Games and Sims! F1 25 Opinions! - Traxion Control Podcast 48:51

7M ago48:51

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Le Mans Ultimate predictions, iRacing Season 3 2025 and F1 25 has been released, plus your thoughts on the game - all that and more in this episode of the Traxion Control Podcast. Join Tom and John from the Traxion team as they also discuss the Switch 2, Mario Kart World and why June is an important month for racing video games and sim racing. They…

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Through Victory, My Gaming Chains Are Broken 45:36

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Send us a text Dr. Gamology and Marcus explore the struggle of maintaining gaming backlogs as busy adults with competing priorities, reflecting on how they've adapted their gaming habits to fit limited available time. • Discussing the tension between wanting new games and having no time to play them • Finding that most adult gaming happens during s…

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Episode 297 - The Last Gasp (feat. Sea of Stars DLC, Lil Gator Game & Tales of Kenzera ZAU) 1:54:59

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Royal Mail better be on time 00:08:38 Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker 00:24:25 Lil Gator Game 00:35:12 Tales of Kenzera ZAU 00:52:51 Ranking Every Nintendo Launch Line Up 01:51:25 Outro You can support us on Patreon - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/thisnintendolife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, remem…

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Ep 85: We Know All 1:05:40

7M ago1:05:40

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Hosts: Jeff T & Ryan C. – We predict the future of PinballBy Final Round Pinball Podcast