Jake and Landry dive into their hopes for the Switch 2, including game releases, NSO updates, and future gimmicks/features. They also chat about how their gaming habits have evolved over the years. Stick to the end to compete in Skill Tree Trivia!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:54 Podcast Topics Overview
07:40 Hopes for the Switch 2
08:54 Future Games for Switch 2
14:34 Mario Kart World DLC
17:05 Next 3D Mario Game
21:25 New Zelda Game
27:11 Animal Crossing and Nintendo's Creative Philosophy
30:37 Nintendo Switch Online and GameCube Games
34:52 Switch 2 Features and Functionality
38:55 Gaming Preferences: Short and Concise Experiences
45:48 Was the quick release of Silksong & Hades 2 insensitive to smaller devs?
54:20 What are ya playin'?
01:08:32 Outro
Jake Martin and Landry Smith dive into their review of Donkey Kong Bananza for the Switch 2, sharing their honest thoughts and critiques. Don't miss Skill Tree Triviai!!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:53 COVID Experiences and Parenting Challenges
03:02 Book Discussion: East of Eden
05:24 Gaming Disconnection and Industry Trends
12:08 Housekeeping and Podcast Overview
12:47 Donkey Kong Bonanza Review
14:25 Gameplay Mechanics and Design Critique
24:35 Exploration and Level Design Issues
36:53 Critique of Game Design and Levels
37:27 Challenge Rooms and Puzzles
38:32 Character and Enemy Design Flaws
40:21 Music and Soundtrack Disappointments
42:23 Suggestions for Improvement
45:58 Boss Fights and Mechanics
53:18 Comparing to Mario Odyssey
58:32 Skill Tree Trivia
01:06:58 Podcast Conclusion and Future Plans
In this episode of BitCast, your hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith discuss the concept of nostalgia in gaming, the recent DK Bonanza Direct, and delve into initial thoughts on Mario Kart World.
Don't miss the new segment called Skill Tree Trivia!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
05:20 The Issue with Nostalgia in Gaming
21:17 Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Impressions
35:23 Game of the Month - Mario Kart World & Dragon Age: The Veilguard
50:53 Skill Tree Trivia
58:00 Outro
Landry and Jake are back on the mics and ranking the ten best Nintendo Switch games on the eve of the official reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2. They also detail their experiences replaying Kingdom Hearts for the Gaming Club. Thanks for tuning in to talk about some stuff!
Time stamps:
00:00 - Intro
04:51 - The 10 Best Nintendo Switch Games
53:06 - Game N' Watch March 2025
58:29 - Kingdom Hearts - Game of the Month Club
01:17:39 - Outro
What's up, guys! Welcome to BitCast episode 127 for December 2024. We chat about our top games of 2024, review Donkey Kong Country 2 for the Game of the Month Club, and have a blast playing 'Name That Game Music!'
Tune in to hear our thoughts on everything from Helldivers 2 to Balatro and much more. If you love gaming and fun discussions, don't miss out. Hit that subscribe button!
00:00 Intro
02:20 Our Favorite Games of 2024
01:02:42 Game of the Month Club - Donkey Kong Country 2 - Diddy's Kong Quest
01:16:41 Name That Game Music!
01:25:53 Outro
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Jake and Landry talk about how long a game should keep you entertained and chat about their experiences with Kena: Bridge of Spirits. They also dive into Thanksgiving cooking disasters, bouncy house injuries, and what's coming up in the gaming world for December. Don't miss everyone's favorite hit game, 'Name That Game Music'! Tune in for a cozy conversation about video games!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
07:14 How long should a game be entertaining?
30:13 Game n' Watch
39:55 Game of the Month - Kena: Bridge of Spirits
56:34 Name that Game Music!
01:05:35 Outro
Games don't quite hit as hard as they used to and there are a lot of factors that impact our enjoyment of video games over time. Is it nostalgia, or is it simply that we're getting old? Join Jake and Landry as they discuss this and more, on this month's episode of BitCast!
Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
03:26 Aging with Gaming
29:14 Game N' Watch
36:42 Dead Space Remake - Game of the Month Club
50:02 Name That Game Music!
Jake and Landry share their favorite fall activities and a Trader Joe’s shopping experience. The episode delves into 'Expressive Platformers' based on a video by Good Vibes Gaming. Don’t miss their game of the month discussion on 'Astro Bot,' and stay tuned for everyone's favorite hit show, Name That Game Music!, where the hosts guess tunes from classic games!
00:00 Intro
05:53 Topic of the Month - Expressive Platformers
29:48 September's Score Card and October Games to Look Forward To
40:35 Game of the Month
01:01:55 Name That Game Music
01:15:29 Outro
Welcome to BitCast Episode 123 for the month of August, hosted by Jake Martin and Landry Smith. We celebrate over a hundred episodes with a new, streamlined format. Dive into the latest gaming topics, industry changes, and this month's game releases like Astro Bot and Black Myth Wukong. We also revisit the Portal 2 for our Game of the Month Club. Don't miss 'Name That Game Music', where we attempt to guess tunes from different video games.
00:00 Intro
06:05 Topic of the Month
40:01 Game and Watch
49:40 Portal 2 - Game of the Month Club
01:02:58 Name That Game Music!
01:15:17 Outro\
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Join Jake and Landry as they discuss their latest reads, gaming habits, and the Xbox Game Pass price hike. Dive into the latest news, and releases for July 2024, including an in-depth review of the Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Collection. Wrap up with another round of 'Name that Game Music!' and a look forward to playing Portal 2 next month!
Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
08:02 Gaming News
30:23 Game Releases of July
44:11 Game n' Watch August 2024
52:52 Game of the Month Club - Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition
01:20:34 Name that Game Music!
01:34:48 Outro
Join hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith on BitCast episode 121 for a packed discussion on June 2024.
They cover major gaming events, including Summer Games Fest, Sony State of Play, Xbox Showcase, and Nintendo Direct.
The hosts also share their thoughts on Chrono Trigger and wrap up with 'Name That Game Music!
Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
09:28 The Month in Gaming News
45:32 The Games of June
50:59 Game n' Watch July
55:42 Game of the Month Club - Chrono Trigger
01:11:29 Name That Game Music!
01:21:39 Outro
Join hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith in BitCast Episode 120, where they dive into the latest gaming news from May 2024. They discuss major updates from Square Enix, Microsoft, and Nintendo, new game announcements like Assassin's Creed Shadows, and notable releases including 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' and 'Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.'
TimeStamps:
00:21 Intro
03:16 The Month in Gaming News
30:59 The Best Games from May 2024
39:53 Interesting Bits from the Month
42:13 Soapbox Segment: Paper Mario the Thousand Year Door Remake
45:30 Game N' Watch June 2024
49:15 Game of the Month Club - Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
01:04:29 Name That Game Music
01:14:36 Outro
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Jake Martin and Landry Smith offer an engaging rundown of the latest gaming news, insightful discussions, and fun segments. They start by diving into Balatro, a novel roguelike poker game, and share their insights on recent game releases, the impact of the Wii U and 3DS server shutdowns on gaming, and the state of Xbox’s Q3 financials.
The episode also touches on Nintendo skipping Gamescom, debates around ethical game reviews, Microsoft's efforts in game preservation, and predictions for Nintendo's future endeavors. Notably, the duo reminisces about their favorite Wii U and 3DS games, provides a sneak peek at the ID at Xbox showcase, and ponders on upcoming Nintendo strategies.
In a nod to their personal interests, the episode concludes with a brief foray into book recommendations, inviting listener interaction and shared nostalgia for gaming's golden days.
Time Stamps:
0:00 April 2024 | BitCast 119
00:20 Intro
05:10 This Month in Gaming News
45:35 Game N' Watch May 2024
49:54 Game of the Month Club - Balatro
01:01:26 Name That Game Music
01:08:34 Outro
In this episode, hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith recap the biggest gaming news from March, take a sneak peek at upcoming releases for April 2024, and discussions ranging from the legacy of Akira Toriyama to 'nontroversial' microtransactions. A special focus is placed on Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, exploring hidden spells, game secrets, and the innovative mechanics that set it apart from the rest. Thanks for tuning in, to talk about some stuff! Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 08:40 This Month in Gaming News 55:26 Game n' Watch April 2024 57:56 Game of the Month Club 01:13:33 Name That Game Music 01:17:47 Outro
Jake Martin, Zack Flowers, and Gordon Inman share opinions on each of the nominees, and cast their votes for which films they want to win, and which one is most likely to win!
Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
01:00 Introducing Film Buff Extraordinaire: Gordon Inman
05:51 American Fiction
17:25 Anatomy of a Fall
30:43 Barbie
46:45 The Holdovers
53:10 Killers of the Flower Moon
01:04:15 Maestro
01:14:51 Oppenheimer
01:29:41 Past Lives
01:42:07 Poor Things
01:56:14 The Zone of Interest
02:09:41 Oscars Predictions and Final Thoughts
In the 117th episode of BitCast for February 2024, hosts Jake Martin and Landry Smith cover a range of topics including the PlayStation State of Play, Microsoft's speculative role as a third-party publisher, layoffs at Sony, and the formation of the IGN union.
They also introduce the 'Horse Armor Trophy' awarded to PlayStation for the month's worst PR. The episode is packed with segments like the Month in Gaming News, Game Watch, and the Game of the Month Club featuring 'Golden Sun'. Thanks for tuning in, to talk about some stuff!
Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
03:15 This Month in Gaming News
50:34 Game n' Watch March 2024
54:17 Game of the Month Club - Golden Sun
01:03:57 Name that Game Music!
Welcome back to the new and improved (and slightly less frequent) BitCast! We've shifted to a monthly episode format where we'll be covering all of the gaming news from the previous month at a high level, with some fun tossed in there.
00:00 Intro
09:01 Gaming News
30:41 January Game Releases & Their Reception
45:35 Game N' Watch
50:33 Game of the Month Club
54:09 Name That Game Music!
57:56 Outro
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Landry and Jake take a trip down memory lane and each list off five of their favorite PlayStation 3 games. They also talk a bit more about Balder's Gate 3 and Charles Martinet retiring! Thanks for tuning in to talk about some stuff!
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We dissect the latest rumors surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2. Join us as we navigate through the grapevine of leaks, speculations, and whispers, all pointing towards the next evolution in portable gaming.
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At long last, BitCast is back! Landry and Jake discuss the latest news from the week, and give their thoughts on the final decision in the Microsoft v. FTC trial
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