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Video game news that reflects on the latest trends and cultural impacts brought on by gaming. From the perspective of a few guys who wish they had more time to play video games!
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Jan 31, 2019
Jan 31, 2019
36 min
For the first time in 30 years, the GLAAD awards have a new category for LGBTQ representation in video games. The guys talk about that and what that means for the gaming industry in general. Diddi also reviews a game. Oh, and there is singing involved.
Jan 24, 2019
Jan 24, 2019
42 min
The guys talk about how EA has scrapped their open world Star Wars game and critique the company's misuse of one of the fondest franchises in history. They also go on a tangent or 3 about movies. Alex shares his thoughts on a video game that the 3 spoke about on their last episode.
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Jan 17, 2019
Jan 17, 2019
40 min
The guys talk about some of the nasty splits that have been happening within the video game industry here at the start of 2019. From Bungie's split with Activision, Blizzard's CEO-gone-consultant leaving Blizzard for good, and Ubisoft stepping away from Steam to deliver The Division 2 exclusively with Epic Games. JayDimes also shares his thoughts on Google's new video game streaming service, which he's been beta testing.
Jan 10, 2019
Jan 10, 2019
36 min
Happy New Year! Cross, JayDimes, and Diddi are back to talk about video games. This time, they discuss some of the open world games in 2019 that the world is excited about. Cross also shares his thoughts on a new "game" that is quite different from what the trio has reviewed in the past.
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Dec 18, 2018
Dec 18, 2018
36 min
The guys get together to celebrate 2018 and look back at all the fun they've had talking about video games on the show. JayDimes shares brief thoughts on the new Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse movie and how he got into a new project that Google is putting out for game streaming, Diddi shares some old man moments, and Cross talks about his love for a new game he got for his Switch.
Thanks to everyone for listening to our show this year! Looking forward to more fun in 2019! If you want to chime in on the conversation, email joystickandmouse@gmail.com
The song at the end of the show is Tangible Divide by Eric Vitoff. Check out more of his music by visiting www.ericvitoff.com.
Dec 11, 2018
Dec 11, 2018
47 min
The guys are back to talk about some of the highlights from the Video Game Awards 2018. Some really exciting announcements were shared and Diddi discusses his displeasure with Fallout 76.
Nov 27, 2018
Nov 27, 2018
51 min
Cross and JayDimes are missing Diddi this week, but in Diddi's place is JayDimes' stepson, Willy! They join to talk about a recent topic within the Fortnite community: Whether or not the original choreographers of the dances we see in Fortnite should be compensated for their contributions to the game's monetary success. Willy also shares his love for the game Rainbow Six: Siege.
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Nov 20, 2018
Nov 20, 2018
58 min
The guys are back and talking about the latest announcements from BlizzCon 2018. Are people overreacting to Diablo Immortal news? The guys chime in to discuss. Also, Alex shares his thoughts on the new Pokemon game for Nintendo Switch.
Oct 30, 2018
Oct 30, 2018
45 min
The guys are super psyched for BlizzCon 2018! Join them as they predict possible announcements for the upcoming conference. Diddi also shares his thoughts on Red Dead Redemption 2.
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Oct 9, 2018
Oct 9, 2018
42 min
Can we all agree that being a jerk is a bad thing? Agreed? Agreed. The guys share their thoughts on how toxic gaming environments should be handled and talk about the new Spider-Man game that is out for PS4.