That Pixel Life

Episode 357 Guys Silksong is REALLY Real Aug 21, 2025

This week the boys are all here to discuss the hot news from Gamescom, Justin's new phone, and as promised we rank some video game console peripherals.

Episode 356 The Roomba Incident Aug 14, 2025

This week Shannon is back so the boys are all together! We get the FULL breakdown on Shannon's not-so-relaxing vacation, we discuss the Playstation 6, and Justin takes over the Spoiler Zone with Weapons and Together.

Episode 355 The End of an Expedition Aug 06, 2025

This week Shannon is still on vacation, but Zach and Justin have lots to talk about like the future of Ozzfest, Kpop Demon Hunters, AND a massive spoiler zone on Expedition 33 and it's ending.

Episode 354 Silksong, More Like Silk-so-LONG Aug 01, 2025

This week Shannon is away on vacation so Zach and Justin hold the fort down to talk about the Nintendo Partner Direct, a little "Superstition Tradition", and we BOTH saw FANTASTIC 4.

Episode 353 The Summer Beard Jul 23, 2025

This week Zach takes a trip with us down video game memory lane, Shannon REFUSES to shave his beard, and Justin helps his local disc golf community. We also take a trip by the Trailer Park to discuss Mortal Kombat 2 and the new Predator trailers. Shannon also shocks Zach and Justin with what he's been playing this week.

Episode 352 Do A Kickflip Jul 16, 2025

This week the boys are all here to discuss some of our favorite levels/moments in games, Justin gives us a NEGATIVE_SPACE update, and we put on our Osiris shoes and Jnco jeans because we played some Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3.

Episode 351 Drones, Dubstep, and Haters Jul 09, 2025

After a week break the boys are back! We talk about our Fourth of July experiences, Microsoft destroying game companies, Shannon feeling old....the usual stuff. We also have a packed spoiler zone with Jurassic World and Ballerina.

Episode 350 Out With The Old, In With The New Jun 25, 2025

This week we celebrate our 350th episode by replacing our beloved host Zach Anderson (ep1-347) with a new A.I. bot Zach A.I.nderson (ep350 and going forward). We get his live generated reactions to news we talked about weeks ago while Shannon gets sucked deeper into Fantasy Life and Justin saw a horror movie he only had to wait 28 Years Later for.

Episode 349 Zach, Where Art Thou? Jun 18, 2025

This week Shannon and Justin go down the rabbit hole and talk about childhood foods, anime, and a slew of other things so get cozy and grab a snack and settle in for a wild ride.

Episode 348 Hot Games Summer Jun 11, 2025

This week while Zach is away Shannon and Justin talk about all the new games and consoles announced during Summer Games Fest, Day of the Devs, and the Xbox Showcase. We also do a little Spoiler zone for Predator: killer of Killers.

Episode 347 Lumines is BACK?! Jun 05, 2025

This week week while Shannon's away the boys talk State of Play! Zach is very hyped for the new Lumines and Marvel Tokon while Justin is both excited and hesitant about Silent Hill f and Bloodstained. We also review Destructoid's Top 30 Indie Games of all time. Happy Switch 2 launch Day!

Episode 346 Spring Forward, Summer Games Are BACK May 29, 2025

This week the boys are all together to talk about Summer Games Fest and what we hope to see, Zach is DYING to talk about Expedition 33 but Shannon has been playing DOOM and Justin is absorbed in Fantasy Life. We also have a spooky spoiler zone with Final Destination and Until Dawn.

Episode 345 If You Were A REAL Fan You'd Listen To This Episode May 23, 2025

This week all the boys ARE BACK! We talk about some DOOM, the state of the video game industry, and Justin tries to convince Zach and Shannon to play Fantasy Life i. There's even a Spoiler Zone for The Crow if you're into that.

Episode 344 Messi: The Dark Ages May 15, 2025

This week Zach RIPS and TEARS into Doom: The Dark Ages, Shannon has an awkward elevator encounter with a VIP, and Justin did well in his disc golf tournament. We also talk more about Expedition 33 and do some spoiler talk on Thunderbolts*

Episode 343 That'll Be 799 XBucks May 07, 2025

This week Zach is down with the sickness so Shannon and Justin are here with another CLASSIC episode talking about disc golf, anime, xbox raising the price on everything, layoffs, and the smallest spoiler zone for Thunderbolts*.

Episode 342 Gamepass, The Gift That Keeps On Giving May 01, 2025

This week the boys are all back together to discuss how questionable Predator Badlands will be after we said "Predator is Back", How awesome Gamepass is despite Shannon not using it even though he PAYS for it, and why Expedition 33 will probably be on everyone's GOTY lists.

Episode 341 The Todd Howard 2025 Game Awards Presented By Oblivion Apr 24, 2025

This week Zach was busy cleaning a few crime scenes while Justin spent the day at the movies. We also talk about Oblivion shadow dropping, why SoCal Shannon is dangerous, and Sinners and Warfare in the Spoiler Zone.

Episode 340 Is It Anime or Bullshit? Apr 16, 2025

This week while Zach's away Justin hosts a "Is It Anime or Bullshit?" quiz during Anime Hour for Shannon to see if he's a true weeaboo or not. We also do more Spoilers for Devil May Cry. Justin is trying hard to finish South of Midnight which is the REAL reason Zach is gone. He won't come back until Justin beats the game.

Episode 339 PAN-damonium Apr 10, 2025

This week Zach is back from LA, Shannon needs some water and tots, and Justin did a little spring cleaning to make room for his new pots and pans. We also discuss Switch 2 pre-order delays, Titainfall 3 rumors, and a little spoiler zone for Minecraft and Devil May Cry.

Episode 338 2 Switch 2 Expensive Apr 03, 2025

This week we finally got a look at the Switch 2 hardware and some of the games coming out for it! Zach is stoked for the new Donkey Kong game, Shannon's just not thrilled in general, but Justin can FINALLY play as a Moo Moo Meadows Cow in Mario Kart World! Come listen to us go over all the news and speculate about the future of Nintendo.

Episode 337 The Future of Gaming is NOW Mar 26, 2025

This week Zach was once again let down by Marvel, Shannon just wants to talk about Xenoblade, and Justin is trying not to die in this current heat wave. We also talk about the Future Game Showcase, Switch 2 Rumors, and of course....more Avowed.

Episode 336 Birthday Blowouts Mar 20, 2025

This week Zach tries to talk us through his Google Calendar, Shannon tells us all about his birthday, and Justin has a bone to pick about his used book he got off Amazon. We also talk about upcoming games for 2025, Avowed, and Shannon does some light spoilers for Gladiator 2.

Episode 335 It's A Nice Day For A White Wedding Mar 12, 2025

This week Zach is HOOKED on Avowed, Shannon patiently awaits the Birthday Skeleton, and Justin got MARRIED! The boys also talk about weddings past, Silent Hill Showcase, and whatever else comes up along the way! Thank you all for the congratulatory wedding wishes!

Episode 334 You Biffed It Squid Mar 05, 2025

This week Zach has fallen and he can't get up, Shannon couldn't even make it out of bed, and Justin crumpled to his knees so hard they bled once he saw the Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4 Remaster trailer and could confirm that it is real. We also get derailed so hard about music you'd think you were listening to another podcast entirely, but we bring it back around because everyone has been playing Avowed.

Episode 333 A Hairy Situation Feb 27, 2025

This week Shannon couldn't make it off the toilet so Zach and Justin hold down the show with tales of Renaissance Festivals past, why Astrobot wasn't just a LittleBigPlanet game, and Justin tries to convince Zach to check out the new Elder Scrolls....I mean Avowed.

Episode 332 Home For the Holidays Feb 19, 2025

This week the TPL boys are all back together finally! Tune in to this 2 HOUR LONG episode where Zach discusses his trip from hell, Shannon could care less about the Playstation Showcase, and Justin actually played some NEW games. There's also the mildest spoiler Zone for Captain America: Brave New World

Episode 331 State of Struggle Feb 12, 2025

This week Zach is away, but Shannon is back so we can talk about the upcoming Sony State of Play, what's happening in the world of Anime, and we even talk a little Sports Ball. Happy Valentines Day too to everyone out there and I hope none of your chocolates have coconut in them.

Episode 330 Why Are You So Mad? Feb 06, 2025

This week while Shannon is away Justin ran into "That Guy" on the Disc Golf course and needs to know "AITAH?", Zach reaches his FINAL DESTINATION in the Trailer Trash Park, and there's some games from 2016 that might have been played.

Episode 329 Relentlessly Horny Vampire Movie Jan 30, 2025

This week Zach's a little late to the party, Shannon simulates some goats, and Justin really wants Zach to play Lords of the Fallen. We also talk about Switch 2 pricing, the Xbox Showcase, and a little movie called Nosferatu.

Episode 328 2 Nintendo 2 Switch Jan 22, 2025

This week it's another Shannon and Justin Special! Pop a squat and listen to some relaxed takes on hit topics like the Nintendo Switch 2 official announcement, Zach smashing his phone when Marvel Snap got the Ban Hammer, and Justin playing 2023's hit game everyone forgot about Lords of the Fallen. We also have a STACKED Anime Hour over in the Spoiler Zone that you won't want to miss!

Episode 327 The 2024 GOTY Episode Jan 13, 2025

It may be 2025, but this week we're going back to 2024 to talk about the TPL 2024 GAME OF THE YEAR! Robby unfortunately couldn't make it, but Mr. Platinum himself Jordan is back in his dungeon to join us as Zach tries to cram Diablo 4 into as many categories as possible, Shannon is CONVINCED that the new Monster Hunter will be the one he plays, and Justin apparently played nothing but remakes.

Episode 326 Green Enchalada Supremacy Jan 07, 2025

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Although the year may be new, the TPL Podcast is anything but. This week we start 2025 off just how you'd expect with Zach having mic issues, Shannon being as enthusiastic as ever, and Justin making a huge mess in his house and boring Zach to death talking about Disc Golf. We talk about some Switch 2 rumors and what we want to see as launch titles and why Balatro deserved it's nomination for Game of the Year.

Episode 325 The Road to 2024 Game of the Year Dec 24, 2024

This week Zach takes a look back at our 2023 GOTY selections, Shannon is FESTIVE as ever, and Justin has had quite the week and it's only Tuesday. We also swing by the trailer park to discuss Superman and have a light spoiler zone filled with Secret Level.

We hope everyone has an awesome Christmas or whatever it is you celebrate and hope everyone has an awesome end to the year.

Episode 324 Tis The Season For WORLD PREMIERES Dec 18, 2024

This week all the boys are back together to discuss the Game Awards winners and WORLD PREMIERS, Shannon spreads some holiday cheer, and Zach can't get enough of the new Indiana Jones game. We also take an UNEXPECTED JOURNEY to the spoiler zone so Justin can talk about The War of the Rohirrim movie.

Episode 323 Too Many Characters Spoil The Broth Dec 11, 2024

This week Shannon is away, but Zach is BACK! Sit down and listen to some helpful life tips about water heaters, Zach struggle to remember the name of the game previously known as Concord, and how we've waited 28 years for this 28 Years Later trailer.

Episode 322 NOTHING TO PLAY IS BACK! Dec 04, 2024

That's right Zach is super sick this week so Shannon and Justin take over the podcast to talk about Disc Golf, Black Friday deals, Fortnite, and a spoiler zone chalk full of ANIME (sorry not sorry Zach).

Episode 321 Suicide Squad Kills The Gaming Industry Nov 27, 2024

This week Shannon had ADULT stuff to take care of so Zach and Justin carry the show. We talk about how $5 was the right price for Zach to buy Suicide Squad, Justin starts BUGGING out talking about BUG DOME, and of course it wouldn't be a show unless we go off on random tangents. From all of us at the TPL Podcast though we wish you all a happy Thanksgiving and are thankful to all of you for listening to 3 dudes with back problems talk about video games and life each week. We appreciate you all!

Episode 320 The 2024 Elden Ring Awards Nov 20, 2024

This week the whole gang is back together so we can discuss the 2024 Game Awards nominees, Dreamworks getting into live action remakes with How to Train Your Dragon, and we solve some cases involving a CERTAIN Golden Idol. Also Shannon and Justin tell Zach how bad he needs to watch Season 2 of Arcane.

Episode 319 Kids Toys Today Suck Nov 13, 2024

This week Zach remembered his child's birthday was today so he had "parent" things he had to do, but Justin and Shannon are here to talk about the hard hitting stories like: Shannon's addiction to rental cars, kids toys and why they all involve poop, and what NOT to wear inside a bounce house. If you came here this week for video games then much like Dragon Age getting a GOTY nomination you are out of luck my friend.

Episode 318 Halloweiners Nov 06, 2024

This week Zach, Shannon, and Justin discuss how Halloween went and the results of the TPL Halloween Bingo while literally nothing else in the world is going on right now. We also talk about all the helmets Shannon is making, what Marvel has in store for the future, and like a drug dealer Justin convinces Zach to take another hit of Vampire Survivors.

Episode 317 Airheads and Anime Oct 30, 2024

This week Zach has That Dad Life to deal with, but Shannon and Justin are here to talk about Halloween candy, the hottest new animes this season, and how much Diablo Vessel of Hatred we've been playing. Tune in Next week to see how we did on our TPL Halloween Bingo Card and be safe out there!

Episode 316 Vessel of Sickness Oct 23, 2024

This week Zach falls down the music rabbit hole once again, Shannon watched the MCU of Netflix anime shows, and Justin feels like hot trash, but he's here anyway so we can talk about Diablo 4 Vessel of Hared, some lovely Trailer Trash, and the rebirth of Warped Tour.

Episode 315 Trick or Tuah Oct 15, 2024

This week Zach talks about his fashion choices in the past, Shannon caves to peer pressure once again, and Justin reminds everyone just how much younger he is. We also talk about the Gamefreak leaks, some new Nintendo Hardware, and we create our TPL BINGO card for Halloween costumes this year.

Episode 314 That Dad Life Oct 07, 2024

This week is a bit of a mess. Zach had a rough week parenting, Shannon had a rough week in general, but Justin is here to put some pep in everyone's step! Join us as we talk about random life stuff, 343 rebranding Halo, Silent Hill 2 ACTUALLY being GOOD?!, and we saw some ROBOT movies in the theaters this weekend.

Episode 313 It Was Truely A Vampire Weekend Oct 01, 2024

This week Shannon had "adult stuff" to deal with so Zach and Justin hold the show down to discuss The recent Sony State of Play, an ASSORTMENT of new Trailer Trash, and we take a step back in time to 2010 to discuss what we've been playing.

Episode 312 Wake Me Up When September Ends Sep 24, 2024

This week Shannon is back and as energetic as ever, Zach went to the Green Day concert and had "the time of his life", and Justin ran into an old friend....you guessed it, playing MAGIC. We also talk about the upcoming Playstation Showcase, the OFFICIAL Thunderbolts* trailer, and Plucky Squire.

Episode 311 PS5 PRO-LAPSE Sep 18, 2024

This week Shannon is away, Zach got food poisoning, and Justin's power went out, yet somehow the PS5 Pro is more disappointing then all of that. We also have a JAMMED Spoiler Zone and for old times sake Zach even had mic issues. WE'RE SO BACK!

Episode 310 I AM STEVE Sep 09, 2024

This week SHANNON IS BACK! Just in time too for us to discuss the downfall of Concord, the hottest new video game movie trailer (look out Borderlands), and Sony's new GOTY contender Astrobot. We also trail off about music, Universal's DARK UNIVERSE, and plethora of other things. Pop a squat and enjoy PixelHeads.

Episode 309 Directly Disappointing Sep 03, 2024

This week Shannon is on call so Zach and Justin headed the podcast with such groundbreaking topics as the recent Nintendo Direct, Shadow beating team Sonic to the ground in the new Sonic 3 trailer, and the target demographic for certain games.

Episdoe 308 A Visual Treat For The Eyes Aug 26, 2024

This week Zach is excited to talk about more music, Shannon shows off his nips, and Justin actually played some games! We also talk about the announcements that came from Gamescom, a HEFTY heap of Trailer Trash, and what REALLY goes down on the Anthem servers.

Episode 307 Bit of A Mixed Bag Aug 20, 2024

This week there isn't a lot of news so the boys go off the rails talking about POTENTIAL news at Gamescom, the hottest new albums this year, and Comic book theories and who even knows what else. It was a bit of a mixed bag.

Episode 306 Laps and Traps Aug 13, 2024

This week Zach is excited that Tango Studios is back, Shannon got to drive "kinda" fast, and Justin is sick and tired of the Verizon kiosk at Target. We also talk about Borderlands downfall, D23 announcements, and our top 5 JRPG games.

Episode 305 Locked Out and Locked Up Aug 06, 2024

This week Zach is sick at home so Shannon and Justin hold down the show. Shannon talks about his horrible Monday, Justin reveals some insider info into the Bungie layoffs, and we BOTH saw Deadpool and Wolverine this week and do some *light* spoilers.

Episode 304 Let There Be Blood Jul 30, 2024

This week Zach is a little late, Shannon is back and he can't stop bleeding out, and Justin is back from San Diego Comic Con where it's always better to ask for forgiveness than permission. There is no Trailer Trash, only DOOM.

Episode 303 It's For the Love of the Sport Jul 23, 2024

This week Shannon is still in Mosquito Country, but star player Robby stepped up to the plate so that we could talk about our top 5 sports games of all time, some college football, and even a famous Robby Rant™ about Star Wars Acolyte.

Episode 302 One Ring to Flush Them All Jul 16, 2024

This week while Shannon is in Minnesota Zach and Justin are holding down the fort. We talk about Gamepass increasing it's price, why video streaming services are bullshit, that new Captain America trailer, and why you should never pee with your wedding ring on.

Episode 301 Happy In-DEPENDS-dence Day Jul 08, 2024

This week Zach and Justin revisit the trailer park finally and our local resident has had a major update. Shannon also ate too much for the 4th of July. The year is half over though so we talk about games we need to finish/want to play before the end of the year.

Episode 300 THIS IS THE ONE Jul 01, 2024

This week we hit EPISODE 300!!! The boys look back at TPL's early days and participate in a little quiz Justin put together about TPL's past episodes. We also enjoyed recording this episode so much the first time that we decided to to it again. Thank you everyone for supporting and listening to us. We love you all and here's to another 300 episodes to come.

Episode 299 METROID PRIME 4 IS REAL Jun 20, 2024

This week Nintendo had their big Direct showcase. Zach is very excited for the new Mario and Luigi, Shannon thinks the Switch is a dead console, and Justin couldn't believe Metroid Prime 4 is a real game. Also we're getting a NEW Zelda game?! Crazyness.

Episode 298 Summer SNOOZE Fest Jun 11, 2024

This week was the SUMMER GAMES FEST among other conferences like Microsoft and Day of the Devs so Zach is GUSHING about how awesome the new DOOM game looks, Shannon is ready to jump into one of the 80 5v5 looter shooter games they showed, and Justin is HYPED that we're finally getting a new Gears of War so we're gonna go over everything that we saw.

Episode 297 We Got State of Played Jun 04, 2024

This week Zach tries to gaslight Shannon into buying ANOTHER Monster Hunter game, Shannon gets down and dirty on some Paper Mario TTYD, and Justin has to avert his eyes at just how ugly the Silent Hill 2 remake looks. We also talk about some of the other games shown during the Sony State of Play and some predictions for Summer Games Fest.

Episode 296 Fast Fraud May 28, 2024

This week Zach rips on the fast food industry, Shannon is lucky to be alive after camping, and Justin FOLDED and started playing Paper Mario.

Episode 295 Zach Heads Off to War May 22, 2024

This week Zach gets taken away by helicopter while we're recording, but Shannon and Justin keep things froggy fresh by talking about Assassins Creed, Animal Well, and the hottest new Marvel movie Madame Web.

Episode 294 Why Does No One Want To Make Games Anymore? May 14, 2024

This week Zach and Justin hold it down while Shannon is gone. We talk about the Xbox layoffs, animals in wells, and Justin takes us through his trip to Vegas.

Episode 293 Helldowners 2: The PSN Scourge May 07, 2024

This week Zach is Solo Dadding so Shannon and Justin hold down the fort to talk about Helldivers 2 drama, Hades 2 early access, puppy problems, and what goes down in the dark at BJ's.

Episode 292 The Dog Days of Summer Apr 30, 2024

This week Zach did a little gardening, Shannon's neighbors got a car half off...or half a car i cant remember, and Justin is living his mid 30's the way god intended, laying disc golf. We also talk about Stellar Blade censorship, Ubisoft being cucks, and Deadpool 3 Trailer.

Episode 291 The Fallout Is Real Apr 22, 2024

This week SHANNON is gone, but ZACH IS BACK! We get to talk about the indie direct that happened, Zach's thought's on the Fallout Show, and how Justin ACCIDENTALLY wet the bed.

Episode 290 MAYBE 291 I Guess It Depends Who You Ask Apr 17, 2024

This week Zach is away so Shannon takes lead of the podcast so we can butcher the episode number right off the bat, discuss what video games we think they should make into TV Shows next, and we watched Fallout.

Episode 289 Are You Gaslighting Me Right Now? Apr 08, 2024

This week Zach missed Helldivers 2 time, Shannon stands tall for democracy, and Justin blew himself up. It's also April so we talk about what the year for gaming has looked like so far and what's still to come.

Episode 288 Spoopy Trailers and Kaiju Beatdowns Apr 04, 2024

This week Zach talks about some of his favorite April Fools moments online, Shannon's arm is sore from protecting his son from all the horror movie trailers, and Justin played the waifu dark souls demo for Stellar Blade. We also ALL saw Godzilla X Kong in theaters.

Episode 287 16 Will Enter But Only 1 Will Leave Mar 26, 2024

This week Zach, Shannon, and Justin do a 16 game single elimination with Game of the Year games. Feelings will be hurt, great games will be cast aside to the abyss, and one game will walk away above all others.

Episode 286 Corned Beef and Savage Mar 19, 2024

This week Zach explains what a good friend he is, Shannon is another year older, and Justin is a natural at Disc Golf. We also talk about the NEW PS5, the ever expanding POOHNIVERSE, and the dark side of Nickelodeon.

Episode 285 Chicken and Waffles Mar 12, 2024

This week Zach played a demo no one else had the chance to, Shannon has no idea just how good Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door is, and Justin breaks down his trip to Vegas this past week.

R.I.P. Akira Toriyama you will be missed, but will live on forever though your works and the works you helped inspire along the way.

Episode 284 There’s A Bleak In The Boat Mar 05, 2024

This week Zach dreads hearing about the next Steamdeck verified game he's going to love, Shannon compares back problems with other parents at kids parties, and Justin admits what a horrible person he is at the movie theater. We also talk about layoffs, lawsuits, and the Boss Baby.

Episode 283 The Tuna Tolls For Thee Feb 26, 2024

This week Zach's kids play Master Chef Junior and make a delicious hot tuna cake, Shannon exposes his son to a movie that definitely was NOT for kids, and Justin doesn't have kids so he just talks about the Nintendo Partner Direct, Elden Ring DLC, and Persona 3 Reloaded.

Episode 282 Xbox Is Dead Guys Feb 21, 2024

This week Zach throws some GOTY shade, Shannon is just happy to be here, and Justin talks about how disappointing the mobile game market is. We also talk about THANKSGIVING.

Episode 281 Hot Tuna Fish Touchdowns Feb 14, 2024

This week Zach is hyped for Deadpool and Wolverine, Shannon gets his butt checked out, and Justin finally finished Blue Eye Samurai. Zach and Shannon also go on a huge tangent about 90's movies soundtracks.

Episode 280 Rain Rain Go Away Feb 06, 2024

This week Zach turned 45, Shannon was unimpressed by the Playstation Showcase, and Justin finally started watching Blue Eye Samurai. We also talk a lot about Palworld (by WE I mean Zach and Shannon).

Episode 279 Emails, Layoffs, and Pals Jan 30, 2024

This week Zach rips on Arizona BJ's, Shannon thinks gaming will be a baron wasteland in 2025, and Justin explains the best way to rob a bank. We also talk about Monkey Men, french fries, and A LOT about Palworld.

Episode 278 Wet Willy Wednesdays Jan 23, 2024

This week the BOYS ARE BACK! Zach and Shannon have been PALING around in Palworld while Justin helps Turnip Boy rob a bank. We also talk about the Microsoft Showcase, designated restaurant themed glasses, and Echo.

Episode 277 The TPL 2023 GOTY Part 2 Jan 15, 2024

Here it is the MEAT AND POTATOES. We present our Top 5 GOTY games to the table and then try to put together the official TPL 2023 top 5 game of the year. Feelings will get hurt, hearts will be broken, but the list will go on.

Episode 276 The TPL 2023 GOTY Part 1 Jan 10, 2024

IT'S 2024 BABY! That means it's time to do our 2023 Game of the Year lists! Robby couldn't be with us this year, but Jordan made his yearly appearance out of his Murder Cave so we can go over what's been keeping us up too late, some 16bit bullshit, and some of the best remakes of the year.

Episode 275 Canasta and Cocktails Jan 02, 2024

This week Shannon is in a bush somewhere after pounding a Warhead flavored 4Loko, so Zach and Justin hold down the fort to ring in the new year with questionably named drinks, Games you may have forgot came out this year, and Zach tries to sell Justin on Dave the Diver by comparing it to a beloved franchise. HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!

Episode 274: Relaxed Christmas Takes Dec 27, 2023

This week the boys are back from the holidays! Zach's in a mac and cheese coma, Shannon became a crash test dummy, and Justin took a trip down memory lane to Hooters. We also had a special Pokemon Expert make an appearance to talk Scarlet/Violet DLC and things get NUTTY with Wonka in the Spoiler Zone.

Episode 273 The 2023 Game Advertisements Sponsored By Fortnite Dec 13, 2023

This week Zach weebed out on a new anime, Shannon thinks it's Taco Tuesday, and Justin is just trying his hardest not to get sick. We also discuss some of our favorite announcements and moments from The Game Awards.

Episode 272 The TPL Second Annual Video Game Quiz Show Dec 04, 2023

This week Zach tries to get us sponsored by Brisk Iced Tea, Shannon takes his sick snakes to the vet, Justin despite his tattoos knows nothing about his favorite games, and Jordan joins us to host the TPL SECOND ANNUAL VIDEO GAME QUIZ SHOW! Will Justin hold onto his winning title?! Will Zach steal the win?! Will Shannon even participate?! Listen to find out!

Episode 271 The Six Million Dollar Dad Nov 27, 2023

This week due to science and a lot of money Zach is back in his new 2.0 form so we can discuss Disneyland, Thanksgiving accidents, The Last of Us Remaster, and Invincible's mid season finale.

Episode 270 Dump A Churro Out For Ya Boy Nov 20, 2023

This week Shannon and Justin are back at it again! We discuss some delayed news from last week, the hottest new release everyone's been playing Super Mario RPG, and Justin goes ham on the new Scott Pilgrim anime.

Episode 269 Dad Dooties Nov 16, 2023

This Week Zach is away with his "dad dooties", but Shannon and Justin are here for this LIGHTNING FAST episode discussing the nominees for the Game Awards and all the Trailer Trash that's built up over the last couple weeks. Strap in because it'll be over before you know it!

Episode 268 Like A G6 Nov 06, 2023

This week Zach is still splattered across the tarmac so Shannon and Justin hold down the podcast to talk about Halloween shenanigans, Anime Hour, and a FAT Spoiler Zone with Gen V, Loki, and Invincible.

Episode 267 Crash Test Dummies Oct 30, 2023

Man this week's episode was ROUGH. Zach's computer stopped recording like five times so we restarted the episode once and then had to restart multiple segments over again. This was by far i think the hardest episode to edit, but I somehow managed to Frankenstein the pieces together into an actual coherent episode even though in the process we lost Zach to a tragic plane accident.....

Episode 266 I’ve Been Fighting All My Life For Candy Corn Oct 23, 2023

This week SPOOKY SEASON IS UPON US! Zach knocks candy corn down a peg or two, Shannon realizes he's not the gamer he thought he was, and Justin describes his alter of murdered Lambchops. We also discuss the TWO big new releases of Spider Man 2 and Super Mario Wonder.

Episode 265 Lovely Weather We’re Having Oct 17, 2023

This week Zach explains the perks of grandparents, Shannon can't wait for it to be cold outside, and Justin watched all the Final Destination movies so you don't have to. We also talk so Trailer Trash, Loki, and Zach beat Cocoon.

Episode 264 Moore Projects 4 Less Oct 11, 2023

This week while Zach is in Football Jail Shannon and Justin hop aboard the bullet train for some ANIME HOUR! We also talk about some slender PS5 news, Unity CEO doing the Irish goodbye, and Animal Crossing Legos attacking Shannon's wallet. We also have a PACKED spoiler Zone.

Episode 263 Gotta Get Good Oct 03, 2023

This week Zach is all about Dad Souls, Shannon needs some lucky numbers to win the lotto, and Justin just can't seem to get good. We also talk about our top 25 games, a smidge of trailer trash, and do a little spoiler talk on Gen V and The Continental.

Episode 262 You Don’t Start At Steelix Sep 26, 2023

This week Zach is back from fishing, Shannon refuses to game on the iPhone 15, and Justin's trip to Disneyland was not the "happiest place on earth". We also do an update on the Unity debacle and talk about some Lies of P.

Episode 261 Mortal Krap Sep 19, 2023

This week Zach has "gone fishing" so Shannon and Justin hold down the show to discuss the new Nintendo Direct, How bad Mortal Kombat 1 looks on the Switch, and why Unity wants to ruin it's own community. We also visit the trailer park for Aqua Man 2 and gt into the Spoiler Zone for Transformers.

Episode 260 Starfailed Sep 12, 2023

This week Zach has a sore throat so Justin is hosting so we can talk about the joys of children's soccer, Nintendo Switch 2 rumors, Sea of Stars, and some first impressions of Starfield. Zach also leaves so Shannon and Justin can fit in some anime hour into the Spoiler Zone.

Episode 259 The Party Don’t Stop Sep 04, 2023

This week Shannon is back! Now that the whole gang is together again we can discuss the hard hitting topics like children's birthday party etiquette, Sony raising PS+ prices, Mario Wonder Direct and more! Shannon and Justin even went looking for the One Piece in our Spoiler Zone!

Episode 258 Card Nightmares Aug 29, 2023

This week Zach and Justin are holding down the fort with groundbreaking discussions like how horrible the Playstation Portal is, whether or not Kitchen Nightmares is staged, and why card mechanics don't work in EVERY game.

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