Video Gamers Podcast

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Nintendo Deep Dive! From Humble Beginnings To Video Game Overlords – Gaming Podcast Jul 21, 2025

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Gaming hosts Ryan and John are rewinding time to explore the incredible history of Nintendo in this nostalgic-packed episode of the Video Gamers Podcast! From humble beginnings as a playing card company to becoming one of the most iconic names in gaming, we’re tracing Nintendo’s journey and how it changed the world. We’ll dive into its legendary consoles, unforgettable franchises like Mario and Zelda, and how it helped shape the modern landscape of video games. Whether you're a longtime Nintendo fan or just curious about its impact, this is a deep dive into gaming history you won’t want to miss. Join us for a celebration of innovation, creativity, and the global legacy of video games—only on the Video Gamers Podcast!

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Gaming Scholarships & the Future of Esports in Schools – Gaming Podcast Jul 18, 2025

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Gaming host John sits down with Sekou and Ryan from Eval, a Princeton-backed startup on a mission to create meaningful opportunities for high school gamers. Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we explore the future of esports video games in education, how Eval connects students with real college scholarships, and what tools they’re building for the next generation of video game players. We also dig into personal stories from the gaming community, the rise of AI in competitive gaming, and whether technology is moving faster than the industry can keep up. All the gaming news and conversations you need, each and every week from the Video Gamers Podcast!

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Game Over or Game On? The Ethics of Shutting Down Live Service Titles (GAME COURT) – Gaming Podcast Jul 17, 2025

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Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and John are stepping into the courtroom in this week's episode. Tackling one of the most controversial cases in video games today. Should companies be forced to keep live service games running even when they’re losing money—or do studios have every right to pull the plug? We're diving into the arguments on both sides of this real-world legal battle that could reshape the future of gaming as we know it.

From passionate players demanding long-term support to publishers citing unsustainable costs, we break down what’s fair, what’s feasible, and what this all means for the future of live service video games. Whether you're on Team Keep It Running or Team Shut It Down, this gaming debate is heating up. Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!

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PEAK Sells 5 MILLION! Shark Dentist, Dispatch Hype And Abysus Dreams (INDIE TWIG) - Gaming Podcast Jul 16, 2025

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Gaming hosts Ryan, John and Ace are back with another stacked episode of the Video Gamers Podcast! This week, we’re diving into some of the most buzzworthy releases in video games: PEAK, Shark Dentist, Dispatch and Abysus. From the high-octane thrills of PEAK to the bizarre (but strangely addictive) chaos of Shark Dentist, we’re breaking down what’s hot, what’s weird, and what’s absolutely working in the world of video games right now. We also get into Dispatch, the tactical narrative thriller that’s making waves with its branching choices, and Abysus, a haunting underwater survival game that might be one of the sleeper hits of the year. Whether you’re into experimental indies or looking for your next big obsession, this is a gaming conversation you don’t want to miss. It’s all happening on this week’s gaming packed episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!

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Ghost Of Yotei Gameplay Reveal, Krafton And Subnautica 2 Update, Switch 2 System Brick (TWIG) – Gaming Podcast Jul 15, 2025

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Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and John look at one of our most anticipated video games of the year Ghost Of Yotei. Recent game play gives high hopes for what should be gaming gold! Was Krafton right in parting ways with Subnautica 2 developers? Can used switch video games “brick” your new system and Judas is looking to set a new standard in video games with its old school feel (if we ever get it) All that and more on this episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!

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Time Machine To Childhood Gems - Gaming Podcast Jul 14, 2025

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Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and John are in our DeLorean and jumping back in time to video games that stuck with us after all these years of gaming. What classic or niche video games have helped make us what we are today? What was gaming like “back in my day” and what graphics or gameplay really hit home? Take a nostalgia trip with us on this episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!

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From The Witcher to the Wild - w/composer Josh Plotner - Gaming Podcast Jul 11, 2025

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Gaming host John sits down with the incredible Josh Plotner, a world-class multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his work on major titles like The Witcher concert series, and video games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Red Dead Redemption 2. Join us for a gaming-packed episode as we explore how Josh brings soundscapes to life with dozens of rare and unusual instruments, how scoring for video games compares to film and TV, and what makes gaming music so emotionally powerful.

We dig into Josh’s creative process, his favorite games, bands, and what his dream project would be. If you've ever been curious about the sonic side of gaming, this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

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Gaming Roadtrip! – Gaming Podcast Jul 10, 2025

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Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and John are hitting the open road for a special episode! Join us as we take a wild cross country road trip and draft a car full of characters from video games you know and love. What happens when you pile Master Chief, Lara Croft, and Mario into the same RV? Chaos, nostalgia, and a whole lot of gaming talk. What video games will have the ultimate road crew and who picks a passenger princess? This is gaming like you’ve never heard it before—on the road, off the rails, and loaded with laughs. Buckle up for this unforgettable, character-packed road trip episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!

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2025 Indie Award Contenders - Gaming Podcast Jul 09, 2025

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Gaming hosts Ryan, Ace and John are putting on their prediction hats and diving into the biggest Indie contenders for this year’s Game Awards! With video games like The Alters, Blue Prince, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 all making waves, we’re breaking down what makes these titles and more stand out in a stacked year for gaming. Is The Alters a genre-defining experience in choice-based storytelling? Does Blue Prince live up to its mysterious buzz? Does Expedition 33’s surreal beauty and emotional weight prove its one of this years best video games? From innovative mechanics to unforgettable worlds, we explore how these standout titles reflect where gaming is headed and if they deserve a spot among 2025’s AAA video games. All that and more, right here on the Video Gamers Podcast!

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Microsoft Layoffs, Helldivers 2 Xbox Hype and Subnautica 2 Woes (TWIG) - Gaming Podcast Jul 08, 2025

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Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and John are back with another jam-packed episode, set down your video games and listen up. This week we’re diving headfirst into the biggest stories shaking up the gaming world. Microsoft has dropped another round of layoffs—what does this mean for the future of Xbox and the company’s long-term gaming strategy? We’re also talking about the Helldivers 2 bombshell: it’s finally coming to Xbox! Is this the cross-platform move fans have been begging for, or is backup arriving too late to make waves? We break down what this means for the co-op shooter and how it fits into the broader video games landscape. Plus, there’s trouble beneath the gaming surface of Subnautica 2. With news of internal studio struggles and development delays, fans are starting to worry if this highly anticipated sequel will sink or swim. All that and more on this week’s episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!

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