Gaming Tangents

First off, Menji would like to apologize for his weird skipping audio. I promise it won't happen again. In this episode however, we have a lengthy discussion about what we've been playing lately followed by a very entertaining challenge were we pitch terrible Hollywood-style Video Game movie adaptations. Not gonna lie, one of these ideas actually turns out to be pretty great! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

Spooky time is here again! We're talking with scare actor extrodanaire, Rick Creeper, about this love for games, scary or otherwise! Come join us on a digital journey down the pixel-brick road with this horrifying haunter! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

Maverick's throwing down the soap box and taking a stand as he finally let's Street Fighter V know exactly how he feels about it. Then a very in-depth synopsis on the finale of The Last of Us 2 and thoughts on the controversies surrounding the title. Get your maverick hats on! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

This is the episode where we look at trailers. Trailers. Trailers. Trailers as I was gonna call it. But then I didn't. Xbox Series X presentation, Nintendo's Direct Mini, Ubisoft and, the best damned presentation on the planet: Devolver Digital. There's also more Last of Us 2 talk and Menji gives a bit of insidery news about the Midnight Ghost Hunt alpha test. Last of Us 2 Spoiler Time Stamp: 13:32 - 18:30 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

Now! Finally! We talk about all the trailers that have dropped over the last month and boy, it's a doozy. But not before we wax philosophical on movies and TV.  Last of Us 2 Spoiler Time Stamp: 30:30 - 37:40 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

It's E3 time which means normally the air would be palpable with hype and fresh trailers. Well, E3 is AWOL this year but the hype and trailers are in full effect. It's time to talk about the Playstation 5 reveal and the state of E3's future.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

We're back to finish off this 30 day music challenge and boy are our stomachs full of musical goodness. We now present to you 60 glorious songs for your listening enjoyment! As promised, links to all songs chosen for this episode: Tetris https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2UoZM2V_84 Chill Theme https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MuMYT4oFco Always on My Mind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lp_X-Im1On4 Farewell to Sue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AtOOxVjtSM Nesetsu, The Ruler of the Dark https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-02JwFtru4 Bunny Bounce https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAhYCZPyCok Brave New World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPfkyEoV7OU Salsa de Pepperouchau https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjKTsZZXUGI The Dark Messenger https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2KcpAz7bRM Fight 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kl5D9mVy7js Calling From Heaven https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cENqIz_x5jU Chemical Plant Zone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LYB7iLZNWE Belief https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYzcJH3C7LY Space Harrie

Despite the unrest of the world around us, we still want to be a place where people can escape to, for even a little while, and find some positivity which is what games are supposed to be for anyways. As such, we took this time to ponder over some things that make us truly happy: Video Game Music. After some lengthy discussion we delve into the first 10 days of the 30 music challenge. Well, technically we already delved into all 30 but the episode would've been just way too long. As promised, links to all songs chosen for this episode: Breath of Fire III https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp6mvuxxY0I Kid Icarus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOg2NWQgltI Intro Stage (X) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vblaTqrLEdI Reincarnated Soul https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjdVflSHxN4 We're the Robots https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bA4PAkrAVpQ Transylvania https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UuHesrJROw Dayni Moon Farming Cooperative https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jdcx_mED3o Punch Out! https://www.youtube.com/watch

We back! Just like we promised! It's a long session of what are we playing lately mixed with Who Can Tangent harder. We talk more about Mario Maker 2, Battle Royale games, retro graphics and Final Fantasy. Then it's on to the new Unreal 5/PS5 tech demo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

It's another long hiatus but if there's anything that a worldwide pandemic can do, it's resurrect dormant podcasts. As Menji and Maverick return, the next generation of consoles looms on the horizon and we discuss the latest information on the X Box Series X --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

WE'RE BACK, BABY! After a long hiatus we're back and what better time to return than where we started: E3! We're getting into the E3 announcements we loved and also the ones that left us scratching our heads. Notable entries include Cyberpunk 2099, Deathloop, 12 Minutes, Ghostwire Tokyo, Midnight Ghost Hunt and the unveiling of the new Intellivision Amico system. Oh, and there is a quick Avengers: End Game spoiler discussion that you can skip ahead to 15:36 if you haven't seen it yet. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

It's Halloweentime again and the guys are taking time to pay tribute to one of the greatest fighting franchises of all time: Dalkstalkers. We also introduce a new segment to the show: Voice Over Do-Overs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

The boys are back in town! It's been a while but we're back. With plenty to talk about, let's just get right into it.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

Maverick returns after a short stint on SOME OTHER podcast to talk about things other than PacMan World 3. It's time to get quackin' (sorry I had to) on the new Duck Tales series. Along with that, the guys dig into the new King of Fighters anime. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

Footage was lost. Choices were made. Perhaps it's time to listen to something a bit more...refined.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

Rich Returns yet again for a Homecoming of Ultimate proportions! While Maverick takes some time off, Menji and Rich discuss Spiderman Homecoming, D23 news and the new Castlevania animated series. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

Rich is back as we deal with loss and frustration in our continuing adventures in the world of The Last of Us. We also talk about the announcement of the SNES Classic and Maverick has a few choice words for the events that transpired at this year's VidCon.  ...I'm not saying anymore than that. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

E3 has showered us with a new promise of awesome games on the horizon and we're diving deep into the hype to talk the highs, lows and even controversies surrounding everyone's favorite gaming event. Grab a drink and a sandwich, cause this is gonna be a long one! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

It's another live studio team-up as Menji, Maverick and special guest, Rich, gather at Menji studios to reflect on the pre-E3 lull and start a new chapter in the saga of The Last of The Last of Us. SPOILER WARNING...SPOILER WARNING...SPOILER WARNING! You've been warned! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support

It's time to get mobile as we talk about the magic and convenience of handheld consoles throughout the years. Prepare your collection of rechargable batteries! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gaming-tangents/support