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The Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #565 - On Your SixMike and AJ are ready to talk about the free to play game sweeping the internet, Genshin Impact. You might be surprised to find out who likes it more. We also lock our S foils to attack position to talk about Star Wars Squadrons. Mike has kinda beaten Hades, and the boys are ready for the end game content for Marvel’s Avengers to drop. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-10-0942 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #564 - Billions and BillionsMike and AJ were surprised to learn that Microsoft is buying Bethesda for $7.5 billion. What does that mean for Xbox, Bethesda's franchises, and gaming in general? To Mike's delight, Amazon has announced Luna, their upcoming cloud gaming service. We also survived the Xbox Series X preorder experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-09-2635 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #563 - Series S-lyMike and AJ talk about the surprise unveiling of the Xbox Series S and Series X price / release date announcement. We also discuss the games revealed at Ubisoft Forward, and talk about the awesome time we’re having with Marvel’s Avengers. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-09-1229 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #562 - Mari... D’oh!Mike and AJ talk about all of the announcements from the Mario Direct. We’re getting Super Mario 3D All-Stars (yay!), but no Galaxy 2 (boo!) and not a lot of remastering happening (drat!). We also discuss the new Nvidia cards, the joys of Avengersing, and what it’s like to accidentally crash an airplane into your in-laws’ house. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-09-0441 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #561 - Halo, GoodbyeMike and AJ are here to discuss the delay of Halo Infinite and what it could mean for the launch of the Xbox Series X (and S!). We also talk about the Marvel's Avengers beta, Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout, and the demo for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2. Yes, that's the name. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-08-1334 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #560 - Moopets LaterMike and AJ check out the debut of Muppets Now on Disney+. We also talk about the Summerset event in Elder Scrolls Online, updates to Hearthstone Battlegrounds, and the sword rework for Dauntless. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-08-0240 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #559 - Xboxing DayMike and AJ give their thoughts on the Xbox Games Showcase and how it compares to Sony's showing. We also get Mike's early impressions of a demo of Crash Bandicoot 4! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-07-2443 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #558 - Movin' AlongMike and AJ discuss the planned refurb to change Splash Mountain into a Princess and the Frog attraction. We discuss the Last of Us (both of them!), next-gen game pricing, and the worst race in World of Warcraft. I kid, I kid. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-07-0333 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #557 - PS WiFiveMike and AJ dive into the full reveal of the PlayStation 5. Find out what games impressed us, what we think of the hardware, and what the next generation of gaming may have in store. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-06-1346 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #555 - Ain't No LieMike and AJ ponder the future thanks to the reveal of Unreal Engine 5 running on PS5 hardware. We also get very excited/cautious about the newly announce Paper Mario: The Origami King. Mike finished Dragon Quest XI, and AJ finally hits level 50 in The Elder Scrolls: Online. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-05-1636 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #554 - Gameplay GamesMike and AJ are here to talk about the Xbox Series X Gameplay reveal, some fun in Assassin's Creed Odyssey and The Elder Scrolls Online, and a fun-filled family trip into Trolls: World Tour. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-05-0936 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #553 - There Has Been an AwakeningMike and AJ are still playing video games. The younger Minotti generation has discovered The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Mike has finished Final Fantasy 7 Remake, we've been enjoying the XP and rep buffs in World of Warcraft, and AJ has finally watched Superman. Yes, the movie from 1978. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-04-2540 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #552 - Among the CloudsMike and AJ really like the Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Our brother Chris finally got beta access to Valorant, so we played more of that. We also talk about the Disney+ release of Onward and the potential of a limited supply launch for the PS5. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-04-1837 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #551 - NerfdomMike and AJ dive into the latest Hearthstone expansion, Ashes of Outland, and the new class, the Demon Hunter! A class so powerful, it was nerfed a day later. Mike has been playing the Final Fantasy 7 Remake, and AJ is going to play it as soon as this uploads. So, uh, bye! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-04-1130 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #550 - Why So Low?Mike and AJ are here to find our why Mike hated Half Life: Alyx so much. AJ has started Doom Eternal, while everyone seems to be enjoying the island life in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-03-2831 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #549 - All Shining and NewMike and AJ have escaped the harshness of reality and landed in some virtual island life with Animal Cross: New Horizons. Yes, AJ caved and got it. We also have a spoiler-filled talk about Ori and the Will of the Wisps. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-03-2129 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #548 - Extra WispyMike and AJ are here to tell you how amazing Ori and the Will of the Wisps is. We also talk about the VR game Moss and AJ's return to The Division 2. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-03-1333 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #547 - Here Be DragonsMike and AJ take a look at the demo for Final Fantasy 7 Remastered, the dragons updated to Hearthstone: Battlegrounds, and Mike's early experience with Dragon Quest 11. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-03-0629 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #546 - Stop, Drop, and DashMike and AJ check out the newest Sega Ages releases of Sonic 2 and Pyuo Pyuo and examine what may be the best episode of Picard yet! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-02-2829 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #545 - The Eyes Have ItMike and AJ take a look at the cross-save update to The Witcher 3 on PC and Switch, find out what happens when your Stadia Pro subscription expires, and dig into episodes 4 and 5 of Star Trek: Picard. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-02-2131 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #544 - Super SanicMike and AJ saw the Sonic movie, and it was pretty good! We also talk about Mike's next raid in WoW Classic, AJ's experiences with Scourgebringer and Children of Morta, and wonder why Activision Blizzard hates cloud computing. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-02-1439 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #543 - CloudyMike and AJ talk about how Geforce Now could be about to make Stadia look bad.  We also discuss why it might be time for a World of Warcraft break. Also, sorry for the audio in the first portion of the show. I, uh, forgot to actually plug in the mic. :P --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-02-1246 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #542 - This Is My QuestMike and AJ wonder what happened to Warcraft 3: Reforged, discuss just what the heck Google is even doing with Stadia, talk about our experiences with the Oculus Quest, and check out this latest episode of Star Trek: Picard. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-01-3140 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #541 - Number OneMike and AJ gush about the premiere of Star Trek: Picard. Join us as we analyze the premiere and find out how it ties into one of The Next Generations' greatest episodes, Measure of a Man. We also check out the new updates to Hearthstone and World of Warcraft, and find out if a $35 tablet can play Xbox games. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-01-2440 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #540 - DecadentMike and AJ close out the years 201X in the most futile way we know how. We pick the top 5 games of the decade. We also out a few other superlatives. And of course, we couldn't let the new of a Pokemon expansion pass go by, so we talk about that too. It's wild. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-01-1045 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #539 - An Anthem to 2019Mike and AJ wrap up 2019 by discussing the highs and lows of gaming. Discover our top five games, the stories that mattered, and the ones that didn't. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2020-01-0342 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #538 - Taking One Last Look, SirMike and AJ give their spoiler filled thoughts on Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. If you want to skip the spoilers and here us chat about some video games and parenting, skip to 25:10. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-12-2334 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #537 - Series X-lyMike and AJ recorded this episode right after watching the 2019 Game Awards. Listen to our thoughts on the winners and the night's big revels including the Xbox Series X. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-12-1358 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #536 - Stadia AwayMike and AJ discuss what Stadia gets right and wrong. We continue to enjoy Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Pokemon Sword and Shield. And can you believe a new Half Life game was announced? We discuss our thoughts on Half Life Alyx. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-11-2743 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #535 - Jedi Fallen OverMike, AJ, Chris, and Perry are here to talk about the community's issues with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, our impressions of Pokemon Sword and Shield, our complete love of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, our very, very early impressions of Google Stadia, and AJ's impressions of the Xbox Elite 2 controller. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-11-2051 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #534 - BlizzConMenMike and AJ are joined by Perry and Chris for a jam-packed episode. Mike and AJ attended BlizzCon 2019. We went hands on with Diablo 4, Overwatch 2, World of Warcraft - Shadowlands, and talk to devs, meet cosplayers, and more! And since it’s right across the street, we went to Disneyland. AJ finally gets to experience Galaxy’s Edge and live the dream of flying the Millennium Falcon. That same weekend, Chris took his family to Walt Disney World. He talks his time in Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land, the Skyliner, and more. Perry is here for a long...2019-11-101h 13The Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #533 - Ay Eee DubMike and AJ talk about Mike's experience at a live AEW show which turns into a longer discussion about the state of wrestling entertainment. We also hear a little more about Luigi's Mansion 3, the grind of Destiny 2, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-10-2540 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #532 - Livin' on the Edge of the GalaxyMike got to go to Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge and get an extended preview of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. AJ is totally not jealous. Nope. Not one bit. He's had Destiny 2 and Overwatch on Switch to play, so that's something. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-10-1831 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #531 - Politically IncorrectMike and AJ discuss Blizzard's disastrous day, the new details of the PlayStation 5, and the breakdown of the Disney World Skyliner. AJ has been bitten by the Destiny 2 bug, and Mike is revisiting Ori and the Blind Forest for Switch. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-10-0933 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #530 - Mario Kart World BoreMike and AJ try Nintendo's latest mobile game, Mario Kart World Tour. It's not great. AJ has been enjoying more Apple Arcade games, the 1.0 release of Dauntless, and Bob Iger's new book, The Ride of a Lifetime. Mike is wearing an old shirt. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-10-0340 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #529 - Chaos in the Windy CityMike and AJ are here to talk about Mike's recent trip to Chicago, the release of Apple Arcade, and the pure joy of The Legend of Zelda: Links Awakening. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-09-2537 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShe #528 - MountedMike and AJ are still playing the WoW Classic, and Mike even got his mount! We also talk about the new Tomorrowland sign (not to be confused with the old New Tomorrowland sign) and the role audience participation has played at Walt Disney World. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-09-1933 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #527 - The WoW KillerMike and AJ are here to talk about more World of Warcraft Classic and what mainline WoW needs to learn. We also revisit the Dreamcast for its 20th anniversary, dip our toes into Gears 5, and hear Mike's thoughts open Daemon X Machina. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-09-1339 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #525 - Just the ClassicsMike and AJ are loving their time in World of Warcraft Classic. Mike finishes his second play through of Fire Emblem: Three Houses and gets started on Astral Chain, while AJ checks out the latest Pokemon mobile game, Pokemon Masters. We also give a brief wrap up on the announcements from last weekend's D23 expo! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-08-3046 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #524 - Trying to PrepareMike and AJ prepare for World of Warcraft Classic, dip into the Dragon Quest XI demo on Switch, and explore more games on the Genesis Classic. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-08-2332 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #523 - Here's My NumberMike and AJ talk about AJ's close, personal friendship with Ninja now that they text each. We also get a hands on impression of the Sega Genesis Mini, the chance to name our World of Warcraft Classic characters, and learn if the Cataclysm is enough to get anyone back into Anthem. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-08-1646 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #522 - I Need a Hero PowerMike and AJ are here to talk about the newest Hearthstone expansion, Saviors of Uldum. There's lively talk of the long awaited Cataclysm update for Anthem, Sky on iOS, and the state of the wrestling industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-08-0743 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #521 - Exploding Barrel of ExplodingMike and AJ weigh in on Universal's announcement of Universal's Epic Universe. It's gonna be epic. We also get AJ's thoughts on Fire Emblem: Three Houses now that it's out to the masses, and we try the newest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate fighter, Hero from Dragon Quest. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-08-0236 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #520 - Be UnpreparedMike and AJ are glad the internet hasn't broken what with all the Switch hardware announcements, our unplanned hiatus, and the Cats trailer dropping. But at least Mike was able to get us an early preview of Fire Emblem: Three Houses, a review of Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-07-2544 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #519 - Far From ItMike and AJ are here with a spoiler filled discussion about Spider-Man: Far From Home. We recorded immediately after seeing the movie Tuesday night, and decided to give it a few days for everyone to see the movie over the holiday. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-07-0537 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #518 - For Naj- Narg- Uh For Azshara!Mike and AJ are here with a look at the long awaited 8.2 patch for World of Warcraft, Rise of Azshara. We also have early impressions of Super Mario Maker 2, Virtua Racing, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-06-3032 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #517 - E3edMike is back to tell us what's what from the E3 show floor. Get hands on impressions from the show along with a few other surprises as we wrap up E3 2019! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-06-2151 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #516 - Stop the PressersMike is in Los Angeles for E3, so AJ is joined by Chris and Perry to play the home game. It’s called a salute to all the press conferences, but mostly Microsoft and Nintendo. Buckle up for 90 minutes of E3 goodness! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-06-121h 28The Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #515 - Ripped from the HeadlinesMike and AJ get ready for E3! We try to guess what we'll see at the show, discuss the new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, revisit Final Fantasy XIV and Elder Scrolls Online, and take a look at the final batch of games announced for the Sega Genesis Mini. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-06-0556 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #514 - Let's Go Home and SleepMike and AJ are back after an inadvertent hiatus caused by some work and travel, but we've got a great show filled with (weird) new Pokemon announcements, the console launch of Dauntless, the World of Warcraft Classic beta, and the beginning of E3 hype! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-05-2932 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #512 - Joke's On YouMike and AJ dive into the details of the Playstation 5 (even though it's not called that), the Xbox One S All Digital Edition, Joker and the Smash Bros. Ultimate 3.0 patch, and The Rise of Skywalker and other announcements from Star Wars Celebration. Quite the week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-04-171h 02The Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #511 - Plus+Mike and AJ reveal their thoughts on Disney+, the upcoming 8.2 patch for World of Warcraft, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-04-1242 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #510 - BorderlineMike and AJ talk about the Borderlands 3 reveal, discuss easy mode in games, the story behind Anthem's development, and find out what Mike thinks of Hallow Knight. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-04-0541 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #509 - The Minotti DivisionMike is off to San Francisco for GDC, so AJ has brought in the big guns. We're joined by the other Minotti, Chris, and our friend and Smash Bros. aficionado Perry! We share our thoughts on Google's Stadia streaming game platform, the recent Nintendo Nindies showcase, give out thoughts on The Division 2, talk more Anthem, catch up on the state of online play in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and discuss Captain Marvel's place in the MCU. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...2019-03-211h 22The Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #508 - Reach AroundMike and AJ discuss the news of Halo: The Masterchief Collection coming to PC. We also learn that AJ's Elmo voice is terrifying to small babies. Fun! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-03-1336 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #507 - CrybabyMike and AJ are here with Mike's thoughts on Devil May Cry 5, the LFR experience of the latest World of Warcraft raid, and AJ's conspiracy theory that he's playing a different version of Anthem from everyone else. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-03-0631 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #506 - HateradeMike and AJ talk about some random movies including the Lego Movie 2 an the new trailer for Detective Pikachu. We also get a bit deeper into Anthem, discuss the newest Overwatch hero, and hear about Mike's experience with the final World of Warcraft raid boss. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-02-2742 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #505 - Ant HimMike and AJ are here to talk about the latest Nintendo Direct and our early experience with Anthem. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-02-2240 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #504 - Apex PredatorsMike and AJ partake in the surprise release of Apex Legends. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-02-0629 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #503 - Goofy DialogueMike and AJ are here to talk about the long awaited release of Kingdom Hearts 3, the high and lows of the Anthem VIP demo, and Mike's experience getting to see Hamilton. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-02-0151 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #502 - From Now OnMike and AJ finally kick off 2019 by talking about this year's most anticipated releases. We also check out New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, AJ continues to slay behemoths in Dauntless, and Mike ups his JRPG street cred by beating Phantasy Star IV. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2019-01-1637 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #501 - GotY and 17 OthersMike and AJ are ready to wrap up 2018 with our Game of the Year awards. Join us for our top fives and 12 honorable mentions. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-12-2956 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #500 - Everyone Is Here!Can you believe it?! 500 episodes of The Exploding Barrel Podcast! And what better way to celebrate than with the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mike's birthday? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-12-1246 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #499 - Splishy SplashMike and AJ are completely in love with Pokemon Let's Go. Did you know that Pikachu can learn a water move and usually goes first in combat? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-11-2943 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #498 - Sony? More Like So Long!Mike and AJ dive into Fallout 76 as we take our first timid steps into the West Virginia wasteland. Mike has been mesmerized by Tetris Effect, and we discuss what it means to hear that Sony will not be at E3 2019. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-11-1629 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #497 - Immortal, It Is YoursMike is back from BlizzCon and Disneyland. But it's cool. Whatever. AJ got to watch with the Virtual Ticket and Mike and Chris's Google Photos album. At least he got to play the Fallout 76 B.E.T.A. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-11-0742 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #496 - How the West Was FunMike and AJ are joined by the elusive third Minotti brother, Chris! We dive into our review of the soon to be released Switch port of Diablo 3, our first hours with Red Dead Redemption 2, and we drill Chris on a few of the usual questions. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-10-3150 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #495 - Whip It GoodMike and AJ are here to talk about the new re-release of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and Rondo of Blood, first impressions (a little late) of Destiny 2: Forsaken, and some hopes and thoughts on what WoW could do with its upcoming 8.1 patch. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-10-2545 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #494 - The Best Kind of VengeanceMike and AJ are all ready to dive into the latest Call of Duty with Black Ops 4. We also get some streaming time with Google's Project Stream (and Assasin's Creed: Odyssey), and AJ tells us about his recent trip to Cedar Point and their newest roller coaster, Steel Vengeance. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-10-1633 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #493 - MMO FalloutMike and AJ are flabbergasted to see how many old MMOs are still getting new content. From Lord of the Rings Online to Star Trek Online and even Everquest 2. Mike also got to hang out with Bethesda in West Virgina to check out Fallout 76. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-10-1038 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #492 - Unlinks' AdventureMike and AJ are here​ to talk about, uh... *checks notes* the Sinbad stunt show at Universal Island of Adventure. And video games too. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-09-2735 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #491 - Astro OrbiterMike and AJ are back with more thoughts on Spider-Man, World of Warcraft, and AJ's newest gadget, the Astro A50 headset. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-09-1433 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #490 - What a Spider CanMike and AJ are here to discuss the upcoming PS4 exclusive, Spider-Man! We've also been playing more World of Warcraft, punctured with some Into the Breach on Switch. Also, remember when achievements mattered? Like, really mattered? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-09-0527 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #489 - No, No Man's SkyMike and AJ are back. We've pried ourselves away from WoW to try a few other games this week such as No Man's Sky, The Messenger, and the updated Halo: The Master Chief Collection. We also talk about some of the recently announce Nindies for the Switch. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-08-2930 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow 488 - Gangplank GalleonWe're Back! (A Dinosaur's Story) Mike and AJ have returned after AJ's "paternity leave." Catch up with our excitement over recent Super Smash Bros. Ultimate announcements, marvel as AJ actually enjoys Octopath Traveler, and dive in with our first impressions of World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-08-2234 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #487 - 40 LoveMike and AJ warmed up before the show with a little Mario Tennis Aces on the Switch. Mike has been playing the upcoming Octopath Traveler, while AJ has been getting his feet wet in Paladins. We end the show with an inadvertent pre-hype sessions for World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-07-1135 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #486 - E3 Afterglow ShowMike is back from E3, so he and AJ discuss the highs and lows of the show. We also get into the world of Paladins with the mobile game Paladin's Strike and their take on battle royale, Realm Royale. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-06-2336 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #485 - Excessive HypeMike and AJ get into their E3 predictions! Will we get a new Crimson Skies this year?! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-06-0647 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #484 - Judge DoomMike and AJ are back from Disney World, and Mike is back from E3 Judges' Week. Listen in to the games Mike can talk about such as Call of Duty: Black Ops IIII and Kingdom Hears 3. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-05-2128 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #483 - Disney BoundMike and AJ are prepping for a family trip to Walt Disney World. Mike also finally gets into Stardew Valley, we get our toes wet in season 4 of Fortnite, and AJ is still playing God of War. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-05-0426 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #482 - StonedMike and AJ are about to spoiler the dickens out of Avengers: Infinity War. So yeah, if you didn't see it yet, maybe come back to this one. We also talk about God of War, Star Trek: Adversaries, and AJ's continued success in Fortnite. He's like, really good. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-04-2734 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #481 - Dad of WarHey, we're back! After an unplanned hiatus, Mike and AJ are here to talk about the new God of War, and it's spoiler-free too! We also get into the newest Hearthstone expansion, The Witchwood, and explore AJ's crippling addiction to Fortnite: Battle Royale. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-04-1943 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #480 - On SwitchMike and AJ look back at one year of the Nintendo Switch. Oh, and we recorded this before the Nintendo Direct this week, so yay Smash! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-03-0927 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #479 - Pics ArtMike and AJ have been re-watching Coco now that's it out on Blu-ray and digital, so we decided to discuss what makes a Pixar movie good or bad. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-03-0225 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #478 - Dizzy WorldMike and AJ return with all the great new things we saw on our most recent visit to Walt Disney World. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-02-1653 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #477 - Jan Jan JanMike and AJ take a look at a strangely busy January filled with games like Monster Hunter World, Dragon Ball FighterZ, Sea of Thieves, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-01-3124 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #476 - ToothsomeMike and AJ take a look at the Nintendo Direct Mini, the latest developer update from Bungie for Destiny 2, and talk about Mike's tooth infection! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-01-1330 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #475 - GotY 2017Join Mike and AJ as we talk about out top five games of 2017! We also take a look ahead of what's to come in 2018. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2018-01-0752 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #473 - This Goes to 11Mike and AJ gush about all the new Mega Man news, including the announcement of Mega Man 11! AJ also got a change to experience raiding in Destiny 2, and we dip our toes into the game's first expansion, the Curse of Osiris. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-12-0638 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #472 - Trekkin Ain't EasyMike and AJ discuss some favor Next Generation episodes after Mike reads the Autobiography of Jean-Luc Picard. We also delve into the fruits of our Black Friday game deals. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-11-2828 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #470 - X Gonna Give ItMike and AJ are back from BlizzCon and/or disease! Hear all about the fun of Blizzard’s latest announcements, what new things Mike got up to at Disneyland, and what AJ thinks of he Xbox One X. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-11-1335 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #468 - Jedyou and JediMike and AJ react to the Last Jedi trailer and the Star Wars Battlefront 2 beta. We also hear Mike's first thoughts on Golf Story on the Switch. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-10-1025 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastA big announcement for EBP!Check out the details of our transition to Anchor! More Minotti every day of the week! Plus can ins, music, and the regular weekly shows. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-09-0501 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #462 – Sonic Maniacs - The Exploding Barrel PodcastMike and AJ geek out about Sonic Mania this week. We also check out Nintendo's impressive sales last month, update our thoughts on Hearthstone, and hear what Mike thinks of Matterfall. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-08-1828 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #457 – What’s Your Platform? - The Exploding Barrel PodcastMike and AJ revist the 3D platformers of the late 90s. AJ returns to Final Fantasy XIV in light of the new Stormblood expansion, and Mike checks out the Necromancer in Diablo 3. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-06-2935 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #451 – Hooked on a Feeling - The Exploding Barrel PodcastMike and AJ are back with their spoilery thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2. We save that talk for the end should you want to avoid spoilers. But here's a spoiler: we liked it! Mike is getting into Nier: Automata, and we had fun taking some friends through their first games of Heroes of the Storm. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-05-1226 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #450 – Puzzles - The Exploding Barrel PodcastMike and AJ are popping Puyos and clearing Tetriminos thanks to Puyo Puyo Tetris on the Switch. We also take a look back at some of our favorite puzzle games from Pokemon Puzzle League to Zoop! And thanks to some strong incentives, AJ finally has Mike playing Heroes of the Storm and their new 2.0 release. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-04-2827 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #446 – My Stuff! - The Exploding Barrel PodcastMike and AJ are here to discuss Destiny 2, Mike's views on Persona 5, and AJ's admiration of Rock Band VR. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-03-3124 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #443 – Line ‘Em Up - The Exploding Barrel PodcastMike and AJ compare the Switch launch line up to all of Nintendo's past launches. Mike got to review the upcoming PS4 exclusive Horizon: Zero Dawn. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2017-02-2431 minThe Exploding Barrel PodcastThe Exploding Barrel PodcastShow #423 – Would You Kindly - The Exploding Barrel PodcastMike and AJ take a look back at the Bioshock franchise in light of its recent remaster. We also give some quick opinions on iOS 10 and hear about Mike's very exciting new mount in World of Warcraft. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ebp/support2016-09-1628 min