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Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersWillow Guard, Blue Prince & Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster - Neighborhood WatchWelcome back to the Neighborhood! In this Neighborhood Watch episode, Andrew and Dylan catch up on everything they’ve been playing (and thinking about) in this busy gaming season. Andrew dives deep into indie gem Willow Guard, breaking down its ambitious blend of hack-and-slash combat, deck-building, and choice-driven storytelling—with a healthy dose of badgers and Witcher-meets-Redwall vibes. Dylan gives a spoiler-free overview of Blue Prince, the viral escape-room-meets-roguelike puzzler that has him hooked and jotting down clues in his notes app. The two also chat about the surprise Oblivion remaster drop, comparing it to other recent shado...
2025-05-121h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersIs the Pursuit of Realistic Visuals Ruining Video Games?Video games have always been attempting the most realistic visuals that hardware and software allows. But over the last couple of generations the cost to value ratio of this pursuit seems to be diminishing. Games are taking longer to create and the advancements in visuals are sometimes barely noticeable or require hardware the average gamer doesn’t even have. Is this worth it?In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan discuss this topic and share their thoughts and opinions on the state of the industry, specifically when it comes to gr...
2025-03-241h 19
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersAnimal Crossing: New Horizons Five Years LaterIn this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," hosts Andrew Kimball, Dylan Wren, and Aubrey Sommer are joined by special guests Braeden and Abi Kimball for a heartfelt and nostalgic deep dive into Animal Crossing: New Horizons, five years after its remarkable release. The crew reflects on the game's explosive impact during the COVID-19 pandemic, explores the cozy charm that captivated millions, and shares personal island stories and memories. Aubrey leads the conversation into what made New Horizons a legendary title and what they hope to see in future installments. From discussing hidden mechanics, memorable ch...
2025-03-171h 28
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersBanishers: Ghosts of New Eden**This conversation is full spoilers**In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew, Aubrey and Dylan are experimenting with a new format for episodes focused on a single game. For the pilot episode if this format, they are discussing Banishers: Ghost of New Eden!Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a title crafted by the renowned studio DON'T NOD, known for their acclaimed works Life is Strange and Vampyr. Immerse in an unforgettable action RPG that takes you on an exhilarating journey between life, death, love and sacrifices.You assume the roles...
2025-03-101h 22
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersPreviewing 33 Immortals and Stash: A Card Looter Plus Thoughts On Indiana Jones and Dragon's Dogma II - Neighborhood WatchOn this edition of the Neighborhood Watch, Andrew and Dylan are here to talk about the games they've been playing lately! The episode kicks off with a fun question, "How would you try to get someone into the hobby of gaming if you could only show them one game?"Then the episode shifts into what our hosts have been playing. Andrew and Dylan have both previewed games that aren't out yet! Dylan played a game called Stash: A Card Looter and Andrew played the 33 Immortals beta. Then, the conversations s...
2025-03-031h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersWe Played Elden Ring Nightreign!Andrew and Dylan got to play Elden Ring Nightreign early and they're here to talk about it! Listen as they share the experience they had playing the network test for one of the most anticipated games of this year!Talking points include:What was included in the network testThe differences between Nightreign and Elden RingFavorite charactersWhich bosses made an appearanceMajor changes to movement and traversalIs this a good starting point for someone who is new to souls games?Concerns for the full gameand more!Keep up with us here:
2025-02-241h 32
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGet to Know Dan Whitehill - Host of the Good Playing With You PodcastWelcome back to Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers! In this episode, hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren are joined by the host of the Good Playing With You Podcast, Dan Whitehill! Learn about Dan's time in the world of cable television working for G4 and how that experience shaped the way he approaches his current show. Learn what Dan thinks are the most challenging aspects of creating an indie podcast as well as what he finds most rewarding. In the second half of the episode, the conversation turns to gaming where Dan shares his favorite games of...
2025-02-171h 43
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersHas Live-Service Gaming Ruined This Generation? - With Phil Barrera from The Wait For It PodcastWelcome back to Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers! In this episode, hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren are joined by Phil Barrera from the Wait For It Podcast to dive deep into the world of live service games. We explore the impact these types of games have had on the current generation of gaming, discuss the phenomenon of industry giants chasing the "Fortnite model" and evaluate whether this pursuit has led to wasted potential in the industry.From PlayStation's recent cancellation of several planned live service games, to Ubisoft's attempts to integrate live service elements into beloved franchises...
2025-02-101h 38
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Switch 2 is Finally Officially Announced! - Neighborhood WatchOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Andrew Kimball, Aubrey Sommer, and Dylan Wren dive into the games they've been playing recently in the latest installment of "The Neighborhood Watch."The episode kicks off with an in-depth discussion about the recently announced Nintendo Switch 2, diving into their impressions of the announcement trailer, hardware speculations, potential new features, and the types of games that might be on the horizon for the next generation of Nintendo's beloved console.The trio then shares their experiences with some of the games they've been enjoying:Aubrey and...
2025-02-031h 17
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersMarvel Rivals - Featuring The Wait For It PodcastOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew is joined by Phil and Eric from The Wait For It podcast to talk about a game that has taken the world by storm, Marvel Rivals. Talking points include:Comparisons to OverwatchOur hosts favorite heroes to play asThe lack of cross-progression and ranked cross-playThings our hosts would like to see in the futureand more!Check out The Wait For It podcast here - https://linktr.ee/waitforitpodcastWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_Gam...
2025-01-271h 09
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersOur Gaming New Years ResolutionsWelcome back to Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers! In this special New Year's episode, hosts Andrew Kimball, Aubrey Sommer, and Dylan Wren sit down to share and discuss their gaming resolutions and goals for 2025. From finishing AAA titles to diving into unexplored game genres and tackling backlogs, the trio lays out their ambitions for the coming year in gaming.Does Aubrey have what it takes to finally conquer some AAA titles? Will Andrew persevere through Baldur's Gate 3? Can Dylan catch up on PlayStation exclusives he's missed? Tune in to find out and be inspired to set your own...
2025-01-201h 39
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe FN Game Awards 2024Join hosts Andrew Kimball, Dylan Wren, and Aubrey Sommer as they wrap up an incredible year of gaming with the highly-anticipated FN Game Awards for 2024! This episode is packed with surprising gaming revelations, heartfelt community engagement, and in-depth discussions on your favorite and not-so-favorite titles.Highlights of the Episode Include:Dylan's Competitive Gaming Journey:Dylan shares his unexpected deep dive into multiplayer games like "Dead by Daylight" and "Teamfight Tactics," discovering a newfound appreciation for genres he seldom explored.Andrew's PC Gaming Evolution:From upgrading his rig to modding classics...
2024-12-301h 32
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersWorld of Warcraft with Joe Sommer (KhazakDK): Raids, Guide Writing, and Theory CraftingWelcome back to "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers"! In this exciting episode, hosts Andrew Kimball, Aubrey Sommer, and Dylan Wren are joined by special guest Joe Sommer (KhazakDK) from Wowhead. Strap in as we dive deep into the ever-evolving world of World of Warcraft (WoW), with insightful commentary and nostalgic reflections.What We Cover:Joe's journey into writing for Wowhead, embracing the art of theory crafting, and navigating the complex world of gaming guides.Nostalgic trips down memory lane with discussions about Joe's favorite and impactful expansions like Dragonflight and Legion.The intricate dynamics of...
2024-12-021h 34
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersKicking Off the FN Game Swap Month!On this episode, we are kicking off our Game Swap Month! We took the game swap idea that we tried a while back and blew it out into something bigger and hopefully better! Each of the hosts brought a game to the swap that the other two hosts will have to play. Then, we are going to dedicate the rest of this month to doing full episodes on those games. In this kickoff episode, the hosts are announcing the games that they are bringing to the swap. Andrew is bringing Lost in Random, Aubrey is bringing Pokémo...
2024-11-041h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Casting of Frank Stone - SpoilercastAndrew, Aubrey and Dylan are joined by Joe, Delaney, and Abi to talk about the most recent game from Supermassive Games (not counting the Until Dawn Remake), The Casting of Frank Stone! The reason there are so many voices on this episode is because the whole gang played through the game together!Listen as they discuss minimal gameplay, pointless collectibles, a lackluster story, the ties to Dead by Daylight, and more! They also rank this game among the other Supermassive games they've played and give their verdicts on the FN Gamers Review Scale. This episode is full...
2024-10-281h 22
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersOur Favorite Spooky GamesContinuing our month of spooky Halloween themed episodes, Andrew, Aubrey and Dylan are discussing their top three favorite spooky/scary video games on this episode! First, our hosts talk about what qualifies a game to be on our scary/spooky lists. Then, they give their honorable mentions some time in the spotlights and discuss why they didn't make the cut. After that, it's finally time to dive into the lists! Andrew isn't a fan of horror so his list is a bit on the mid side but still includes some fantastic games. Aubrey went for vibes, so h...
2024-10-211h 46
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersA Deep Dive into Death StrandingIt's finally time to talk about the weird world and gameplay from the mind of Kojima, Death Stranding. Dylan has finally finished the game that he had to play for losing the predictions bet at the start of the year. Now, he and Andrew are gonna talk about it. The spoiler-free first half of the conversation covers hiking mechanics, half-baked stealth and gunplay, interesting online components and more! The spoiler-filled back half of the discussion covers the weird cast of characters and poorly explained scifi world the game is set in. What do you think of...
2024-10-072h 19
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersWhat's the Deal with Live Service Games?In this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," Andrew, Aubrey and Dylan delve into the complex world of live service games. This discussion takes a critical look at the highs and lows of this controversial gaming model.Failed projects like Anthem are dissected to understand how poor execution derailed games with promising potential. The hosts touch on historical MMO failures, such as those attempting to rival World of Warcraft in the mid-2000s, and discuss the how that compares to the current trend of live service games.The conversation broadens to general games industry trends, sc...
2024-09-301h 26
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersElsie, Marvel Snap, Tales of Kenzera: Zau and More! - with Jon HaigOn this episode of The Neighborhood Watch, Andrew and Aubrey are joined by friend of the show and host of The Video Game Lounge podcast, Jon Haig! Andrew talks about the new, stylish, 2D roguelite game Elsie that he reviewed on our YouTube channel (shoutout to Playtonic for the review code!) while Aubrey discusses $2.00 search and find games that she finds on the Nintendo EShop. Jon has recently been playing and enjoying Tales of Kenzera: Zau, a metroidvania from EA Originals. He also recently played through Final Fantasy XVI and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (which he got...
2024-09-231h 29
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Video Game OlympicsAndrew and Aubrey aren't here this week so Dylan calls in his sister Delaney to help out. On this episode, they discuss the recent updates to Diablo IV and the things they are enjoying along with a few areas the game could improve. After that, it's time for the main topic! Our hosts pick a handful of Olympic events and decide which characters should compete. Then, they ask AI which of these characters would win. It goes about how you would expect...Let us know which video game characters you think should compete in the O...
2024-09-161h 13
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersWho is the Best Side Character of All Time?On this episode of the show, Aubrey and Dylan have to decide who will be named the best side character of all time! Andrew created a list of beloved side characters from the games that we all know and love. Then, he created a bracket and put all of those characters in it. Aubrey and Dylan were then tasked with with deciding which characters would move forward and which ones would go home. Who do you think is the best side character of all time? Let us know by joining out Discord server with the link below!
2024-09-091h 17
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersDon't Spoil This Episode!In this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," hosts Dylan Wren, Andrew Kimball, and Aubrey Sommer dive deep into the world of spoilers. The conversation navigates through the challenges of avoiding spoilers, the socially accepted time periods for discussing spoilers, and the differing impacts within friend groups versus on social media.The hosts share personal stories of how spoilers have influenced their media experiences, debate the responsibility of avoiding or providing spoiler warnings, and emphasize personal accountability when consuming content. They also touch on the gaming industry's unspoken rules about revealing content, the hesitance to spoil due...
2024-09-021h 14
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersWe Did an FN Video Game Swap**Some Night in the Woods spoilers at 44:26**On this episode, Andrew, Aubrey and Dylan do a video game swap! Each host brought a game to the table that the other two had to play and now they are going to talk about it. Aubrey brought Night in the Woods, Andrew brought Sunset Overdrive and Dylan brought the Dead Space Remake. Listen to find out what the crew thought about the games they were forced to play!TIMESTAMPS06:35 - Sunset Overdrive25:08 - Dead Space43:15 - Night in the Woods
2024-08-261h 14
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersAsking ChatGPT "What Are The Greatest Games of All Time?"On this special episode of the Friendly Neighborhood Gamers podcast, Andrew, Dylan and Aubrey each host a trivia game for the others to compete in. Andrew hosts a game called I Got It From ChatGPT, Aubrey hosts a game of Synonym Roll and Dylan hosts a simplified version of Got It From Google with a bonus How Many Smash Bros. Characters Can You Name? at the end!WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWN...
2024-08-121h 08
Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers2020 Game of the Year - The RemakeWelcome back to the neighborhood! On this episode, Andrew, Dylan and Aubrey revisit their game of the year lists from 2020 and then remake them. They discuss the new games that made their way onto the list as well as the ones that didn't quite make the cut. They also discuss what a wild time 2020 was and how Animal Crossing took over the world!Want to share your 2020 game of the year remake list with us? Join our Discord server with the link below!WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWI...
2024-08-051h 48
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersXbox Doesn't Care About Gamers and Destiny 2 Comes to a ConclusionOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Andrew and Dylan discuss the recent price increase for Xbox Gamepass. This leads to a deep dive into Xbox as a company and all of the recent headlines they've been making. After that, the conversation turns to the new expansion for Destiny 2, The Final Shape! Dylan finally has the chance to share his thoughts on the ending of a decade-long story while Andrew is just enjoying the gameplay. TIMESTAMP-32:24 - Destiny 2: The Final Shape talk startsWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD http...
2024-07-221h 11
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersIt's Time for a Fantasy Critic League Update!On this very special episode of the podcast, Andrew and Dylan are joined by Jay Davis from Super Bracket Bros and Phil and Eric (and Stefan) from The Wait For It Podcast to talk about the 2024 Fantasy Critic League!They crew discusses the victories and heartbreaks that have occurred in the league so far as well as looking forward to the rest of the season. Then they shift their focus beyond 2024 and talk about some upcoming games they are looking forward to!Follow Super Bracket Bros. here - https://superbracketbros.buzzsprout.com/Follow...
2024-07-151h 51
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersVideo Game Genres Are Out of Control!This week, Andrew, Dylan and Aubrey discuss the topic of video game genres. The conversation explores some of the faults in how we as a community choose to define games. It also covers some potential solutions and advice for people who take these categories too seriously. In a crazy turn of events, Aubrey prepared a closing trivia game for Andrew and Dylan to compete in. She based it off of the topic of the episode by having the competitors guess games based on their genre tags on Steam. It was a ton of fun and you don't w...
2024-07-081h 27
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersSenua's Saga: Hellblade II Review - with Aubrey SommerOn this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," Aubrey Sommer and Andrew Kimball delve into the world of "Senua's Saga: Hellblade II." They explore the sequel's narrative, characters, and gameplay mechanics, expressing disappointment with the ambiguous storytelling, lack of satisfying conclusion, and downgrade in gameplay. They express their disillusionment with the sequel compared to its predecessor and give their verdicts of the game's overall quality. Join them as they navigate through the ups and downs of "Senua's Saga: Hellblade II" in this insightful and thought-provoking episode.TIMESTAMPS06:08 - Spoiler Free Discussion32:03 - Spoiler...
2024-07-011h 35
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersLords of the Fallen and an Indie Game Roundup - Neighborhood WatchOn this episode Aubrey is back in the Neighborhood and Dylan is down with the sickness. Our hosts discuss all the games they've been playing lately and share the things that they like and dislike about them. Aubrey talks about Sea of Solitude, Venba and Open Roads. Three indie games that she played over the course of an afternoon. Are they worth your time/money? Listen to find out! **The Open Roads part of the discussion is full spoilers. See the timestamps below if you would like to skip past it.**Andrew has been p...
2024-06-241h 07
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersFinal Fantasy VII Rebirth - With Caleb Van NiceCaleb Van Nice returns to the Neighborhood to chat with Andrew about the latest game in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth! They spend the first part of the episode discussing updates to the game when compared to Final Fantasy VII Remake as well as the much larger scope and sillier tone.In the back half of the conversation our hosts dive into spoiler territory and talk about the wild story in this game and how it deviates from the original Final Fantasy VII. They theorize what the future holds for the final...
2024-06-172h 18
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGaming, Writing, and Creating Worlds: Seth Campbell's Journey into Eldritch DepthsOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, the talented and passionate Seth Campbell joins hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren for an exciting conversation. Seth, an avid gamer since his childhood days, shares his love for PlayStation and Nintendo 64 games, along with his favorite titles like Bloodborne, God of War, and Black Flag. He also delves into the world of indie publishing, discussing his novel series, Eldritch Depths, inspired by the game Bloodborne. The hosts and Seth explore game studios, upcoming releases, and even play a game of "Synonym Role." Whether you're a gaming e...
2024-06-101h 25
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersBaldur's Gate 3 - Feat. Aubrey Sommer and Braedon KimballAndrew is out this week so Dylan called on both of his siblings to fill in! This week they are discussing Baldur's Gate 3!Baldur's Gate 3 is a 2023 role-playing video game developed and published by Larian Studios. It is the third main installment to the Baldur's Gate series, based on the tabletop fantasy role-playing system of Dungeons & Dragons. A partial version of the game was released in early access format for macOS and Windows in October 2020. It remained in early access until its full release for Windows in August 2023, with versions for PlayStation 5, macOS, and Xbox Series X...
2024-05-272h 41
Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers35 Video Game Questions - with Aubrey, Abi, and DelaneyOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan are joined by some very special guests in order to take things back to the days of Level Playing Field! Aubrey, Abi, and Delaney join the show to answer 35 video game questions while enjoying some adult beverages. Obviously chaos ensues, and obviously Andrew regrets it all when it's time to edit, but hopefully you, the listener enjoy the ride! WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNv...
2024-03-252h 28
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersBridging the Gap Between Triple A and Indie GamesJoin hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren on this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers as they delve into the captivating realm of double A (AA) video games. As the industry experiences a shift in talent and a rise in mid-tier game development, our hosts explore the impact on the gaming landscape and the attention now given to these unique titles.From discussing the distinctions between double A and triple A games to sharing their personal experiences with discovering lesser-known gems, Andrew and Dylan unpack the allure and potential future of double A games. Listeners can expect...
2024-03-181h 07
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersSuper Mario Bros. Wonder - Featuring Joe Sommer (and Special Guest)On this episode of the podcast, Andrew is joined by his new brother-in-law, Joe Sommer! They discuss the latest game in the 2D Mario series, Super Mario Bros. Wonder! Everything from the Wonder Flowers, to the playable characters, to the fresh art-style and personality of the game is talked about. At the end of the conversation they give their verdicts, is this game one of the all time greats, or can you skip it? Listen and find out!Be sure to stick around at the end of the episode to hear what Andrew's daughter thought about Super...
2024-03-111h 09
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGaming Subscriptions and the Streaming FutureIn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve deep into the world of gaming subscriptions. The hosts explore the value of Xbox Gamepass and its potential impact on traditional game purchases. They also discuss the rising prices of games and the sustainability of such high costs for consumers, emphasizing the changing nature of game experiences and the impact on gamers' wallets.Throughout the episode, they share their own experiences and preferences for purchasing games, while also highlighting the influence of game subscription services on the gaming industry. They analyze the...
2024-03-041h 03
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersSea of Thieves, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Xbox Drama - Neighborhood WatchOn this episode of the Neighborhood Watch, Andrew and Dylan break down the recent Xbox drama and the overreaction from the gaming community. Then, they dive into the list of games they've been playing recently. Andrew has been playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with his daughter while Dylan had been vibing in Sea of Thieves. They have also each been playing their preferred card games of choice, Magic the Gathering and Marvel Snap. And there is some chat about Skull and Bones and the intense marketing push behind a game no one seems interested in playing.
2024-02-261h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersFinal Fantasy VII Remake - With Caleb Van NiceOn this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," host Andrew Kimball dives into the world of Final Fantasy VII Remake with guest Caleb Van Nice. They dissect the challenges of translation in video games, delve into the visual and narrative elements of the game, and discuss the incredible and intricate combat system. Andrew and Caleb express excitement for this unique remake and share some constructive criticism for the future installments in the series. So please enjoy this conversation between our host and his guest as they embark on an insightful and engaging journey through the captivating realm...
2024-02-191h 55
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersInterviewing Kevin, Host of the Gamer Parents PodcastThis week on the show, the FN Gamers are joined by the host of the Gamer Parents Podcast, Kevin! They discuss the rewards and challenges of podcasting and streaming while also taking care of their family responsibilities. Kevin shares the motivations behind his content and that at the end of the day, he enjoys doing something he loves with his wife and that's what really matters. The crew also discusses the world of videos games, diving into the upcoming games they are excited about, the phenomenon that is Palword, Kevin's favorite games of all time and more!
2024-02-1259 min
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersReminiscing About Rock Band (and Guitar Hero)In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve into the world of music rhythm games with a focus on the iconic series, Rock Band. They explore the challenges and delights of finding high-quality instrument controllers, as well as the social dynamics of playing alongside friends and family. You can also expect to hear nostalgic tales from the hosts' personal experiences with Guitar Hero and Rock Band, along with insightful speculations about the future of music gaming in regard to Epic's acquisition of Harmonix. From discussing the physical wear and tear o...
2024-02-051h 11
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersTwo Great RPGs, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and Baldur's Gate 3 - Neighborhood WatchThe neighborhood watch is back! On this episode Andrew and Dylan talk about a bunch of fun games they've been enjoying over the last month or so! Dylan gives some thoughts on Baldur's Gate 3 and how he'll probably never stop playing it. Andrew has been filling in the gaps of his Dragon Ball Z knowledge by playing through Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and having a great time with it. Along with that, Andrew played and finished the rogue-like mode for God of War: Raknarok, called Valhalla. He talks about how it is a great experience for someone n...
2024-01-291h 33
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersFantasy Football But It's For Nerds -The FN Fantasy Critic League 2024Andrew and Dylan are joined by Eric and Phil from The Wait For It podcast and Stefan (Eric's brother) to talk about the results of the 2023 Fantasy Critic League and to draft for the 2024 league! Jay Davis of Super Bracket Bros is also part of the league this year but couldn't make it to the recording.It's looking like it's going to be an exciting year for Fantasy Critic in 2024! To keep up with the leagues' activity, join our Discord with the link below. Or use the Fantasy Critic link to view the league on the website.
2024-01-221h 11
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersResults for 2023 and New Predictions for 2024Last year Andrew and Dylan made predictions about things they thought would happen in 2023. Now it's time to look back and see who was correct! Whichever host got the most predictions correct gets to choose a game for the other to play. Once they have finished it, they will record an episode about it. Along with that, it's time to make predictions for 2024! Who has the craziest ideas about the upcoming year? Who is playing it safe? Listen to this episode to find out! And join our Discord server to let us know what your predictions are f...
2024-01-151h 34
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Third Annual FN Game Awards**Lies of P Spoilers** check the timestamps below.It's time once again for the annual FN Game Awards! Andrew and Dylan give out awards to the games they played this last year. Awards such as, best art-style, best villain, biggest letdown, and so many more! We hope everyone had a great holiday season and we appreciate you listening to the show!Time stamps for spoilersSpoilers for Lies of P - 30:03Spoilers for Lies of P end - 32:20WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com...
2024-01-081h 27
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGame of the Year 2023On this episode of the podcast Andrew and Dylan share their top 10 games of 2023! Along with that, they also go over the various "year in review" data from Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox. We hope you enjoy and we hope you also had a wonderful year of gaming in 2023!TIME STAMPSGOTY talk starts at 29:20WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fantasycritic.g Support the show
2024-01-011h 34
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersEpisode 100Join Andrew and Dylan for a very special milestone episode as they take a look back over the past year and answer some questions from the community!WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fantasycritic.gSupport the show
2023-12-251h 23
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersRemnant IIOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers Andrew and Dylan take a deep dive into Remnant 2. Remnant 2 is a third-person shooter action role-playing video game developed by Gunfire Games and published by Gearbox Publishing. A sequel to Remnant: From the Ashes, the game was released for PlayStation 5, Windows and Xbox Series X/S on July 25, 2023. Like its predecessor, Remnant 2 is a third-person shooter inspired by Soulslike video games. Players can wield up to two guns, alongside their melee weapon. And at the beginning of the game, players can select their character archetypes. While the first game features procedural...
2023-12-181h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGeoff Keighley's Game Awards 2023Welcome back to the neighborhood, on this episode Andrew and Dylan are talking about the 2023 Game Awards! The Game Awards is an annual awards ceremony honoring achievements in the video game industry. Established in 2014, the show is produced and hosted by game journalist Geoff Keighley, who worked on its predecessor, the Spike Video Game Awards, for over ten years. In addition to the awards, The Game Awards features premieres of upcoming games and new information on previously-announced titles.The bulk of this episode is dedicated to breaking down the winners of each category. But Andrew and Dylan...
2023-12-111h 23
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersAssassin's Creed Mirage and Destiny 2 Disappoint While Remnant 2 and Evil West are Great! - Neighborhood WatchThis is a big episode of the Neighborhood Watch! On this episode, Andrew and Dylan talk about how much fun they are having playing Remnant 2 together! Andrew also talks about how great Evil West and Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty are. Dylan played Cocoon and had a great time as well. But it can't all be nice, Andrew started playing Assassin's Creed Mirage and has a lot to say about it. Most of it is not good. Dylan has been playing Destiny 2 again and having fun with the game (as always) however, Bungie has hit a bit of a r...
2023-12-041h 27
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Crossover Event Part One - Featuring The Wait For It PodcastWelcome to Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers! In this episode, our host Andrew Kimball is joined by guests Phil Smith and Eric Serna from the Wait For It Podcast to dive spoiler-free into the thrilling world of Marvel's Spider-Man 2. In part one of this two-part discussion, the trio delves into the game's exciting stealth mechanics, the joy of web-slinging through New York City, and the satisfying use of gadgets to take down foes. They also explore the introduction of a counter mechanic in combat, sharing their mixed opinions on its effectiveness and discussing its impact on boss fights.
2023-11-271h 09
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Game Awards Nominees, Armored Core 6, Super Mario Bros. Wonder and More! - Neighborhood WatchThis week Andrew and Dylan share their thoughts on the recent nominees for The Game Awards. They discuss who they think will win, confusing categories, games that are missing, and more.After that they dive into the games they've been playing recently. Andrew has played and beaten Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Dylan has been playing Wild Hearts and Warcraft Rumble. Listen to hear what they think of this group of games.Want to be part of the conversation and the community? Use the link below to join our discord...
2023-11-201h 08
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Games of Our Childhood - With Aubrey KimballAubrey is back in the neighborhood to chat with Andrew about the games that defined their childhood. Dylan couldn't make it this week so it was the perfect opportunity for two siblings to sit down and reminisce about all of the great games they played during their early years. They discuss educational games like Reader Rabbit and Hades Challenge. They talk about handheld games on their Gameboy Colors and Nintendo DS systems. They highlight games on the Gamecube like Twilight Princess, Soul Calibur II, and Lord of the Rings the Return of the King. A...
2023-11-131h 27
Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers"Bad" Games That We LoveOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve into the world of bad games that they love. From "scary" dialogue to unimpressive shooting mechanics, they explore games like "Mafia 3" and "Call of Cthulhu" that may not have received high review scores but still hold a special place in their hearts. They also discuss games like "Darksiders 3" and "The Sinking City" that offer unique gameplay experiences despite mixed reviews. The hosts also share their thoughts on upcoming episodes and invite listeners to join their Discord server to share their own experiences w...
2023-11-061h 18
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersInterviewing Matthew Bliss - Professional Podcast Editor and Host of The Dead Drop Gaming News PodcastIn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball interview Matthew Bliss, a professional podcast editor and host of The Dead Drop Gaming News Podcast. Matthew shares insights into his journey as a podcast editor and the development of his own shows. He discusses the origins of The Dead Drop Gaming News Podcast. Matthew emphasizes the importance of determining a specific topic for a podcast to attract interested listeners and shares his experience with engaging his audience. The conversation explores various aspects of podcasting, including recent industry news and the...
2023-10-301h 44
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersA Deep Dive Into Lies of P - Bloodborne Meets PinocchioOn this episode of the Friendly Neighborhood Gamers podcast, Andrew and Dylan break down Lies of P. Lies of P is a new addition to the soulslike genre and it wears its inspiration on its sleeve. What if Bloodborne was based on Pinocchio? But that isn't to say that it is just a reskin. Lies of P offers a lot of new ideas within the genre while playing into what makes it great.Listen as the guys discuss what they liked and what they think could be improved upon in this challenging game. Topics of conversation include...
2023-10-161h 57
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersBaldur's Gate 3, Warhammer 40k Darktide, Lies of P Impressions, and more! - Neighborhood WatchThis week on the Friendly Neighborhood Gamers podcast Andrew and Dylan give some impressions on games that they are both playing for the first time! Andrew has been playing Lies of P, a Bloodborne inspired game based on the world of Pinocchio. He has also been playing the super impressive and somewhat overwhelming RPG based on the world of DnD, Baldur's Gate 3. Dylan has finished Lies of P and has also been playing Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. A Left 4 Dead style game where you fight your way through hordes of enemies. He has also been playing Marvel's Spider-Man for t...
2023-10-091h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersHuge Xbox Leak and a Dive Into the BacklogOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan share their thoughts on the MASSIVE Xbox Leak that happened a couple of weeks ago. After that they take a look at their backlogs. But more than that, they try to answer the question, "what is a backlog, anyway?" It's a great conversation about gaming and the hard to quantify place where we put the games we haven't played, want to play, need to get back to, etc. If you want to join the conversation, use the link below to join our Discord server and come c...
2023-10-021h 02
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersFinal Fantasy XVI - with Eric Gess from The Unlockables Podcast and Ryan Juengling from The List Off PodcastEric from The Unlockables and Ryan from List Off join Andrew in the neighborhood to talk about one of the biggest games of the year, Final Fantasy XVI! Final Fantasy XVI is set in the fictional world of Valisthea, a world divided between six nations who hold power through access to magical Crystals and Dominants, humans who act as hosts for each nation's Eikon. Tensions between the nations escalate as a magical drought dubbed the Blight begins consuming the land. Clive Rosfield, guardian to his younger brother Joshua, witnesses his kingdom destroyed and becomes involved in the...
2023-09-251h 47
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersStarfield - Is it Just Skyrim in Space? Or Something More?Joe Sommer stops by the neighborhood to help Andrew and Dylan break down the newest game from Bethesda, Starfield! On this episode the crew discusses their history with Bethesda games including Oblivion, Skyrim, Fallout 3, Fallout 4 and more! Then they dive into their spoiler-free impressions of the first new intellectual property from Bethesda Softworks in 25 years, Starfield. They talk about what they like and what they wish was better. Topics include ship combat, the look of the game, bugs, the NASApunk aesthetic, and more! They ask the question, is this game just Skyrim in space? And if so, i...
2023-09-181h 44
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersTexas Chain Saw Massacre, Sea of Stars, and Man of Medan - Neighborhood Watch featuring Aubrey and Abi KimballAubrey and Abi Kimball stop by the neighborhood to chat about the games they've been playing! The crew discusses a ton of games including Texas Chain Saw Massacre (which we played with the guys from The Wait For It podcast), Man of Medan, LEGO Harry Potter, Sea of Stars, Lifeline, and more!TIME STAMPSOpening Question - 02:09Main Topic Starting with Man of Medan - 06:16Texas Chain Saw Massacre - 21:06Captain Toad Treasure Tracker - 34:02LEGO Harry Potter - 36:39Lifeline - 42:09Elden Ring Completion Run - 46:59Sea of Stars...
2023-09-111h 44
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersTaking a Trip Down Memory Lane - Nostalgia in Video GamesAndrew and Dylan look back at games that they are nostalgic for or games that defined their childhoods. They examine if these games hold up today and if they are worth going back to. They also discuss nostalgia in general and try to determine what causes them to have such strong feelings for these games. They also discuss the recent announcement of Assassin's Creed: Jade and the fact that it is a game you are meant to play on your mobile phone. Andrew has a lot of thoughts on this turn of events for the Assassin's Creed f...
2023-09-041h 15
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGaming Slumps and How We Deal with Them - Neighborhood WatchOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan talk about gaming slumps and how each of them deal with them. The rest of the episode is dedicated to talking about the games they've been playing lately and it's quite a list. Andrew has played Mafia: Definitive Edition, the DLC for Marvel's Spider-Man, Kingdom Come Deliverance, and more. Dylan has been playing Everspace 2, Red Dead Online, Assassin's Creed: Odyssey and more. So join us for another edition of the Neighborhood Watch and hear about the games the guys have been experiencing lately!WEBSITE https://w...
2023-08-281h 06
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersYou Might Be a Toxic Gamer If... - A Look Into the Frustrating Toxicity in Gaming CommunitiesIn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan tackle the prevalent issue of toxicity in the gaming community head-on. Exploring the psychology behind toxic behavior, they discuss the Dunning Kruger effect and its influence on negative comments. Navigating the online realm, they examine the internet's contribution to negative behavior and comments, fueled by anonymity and the allure of hot takes and negativity. They highlight the paradox of tolerance and the need to stand up against mean-spirited behavior while fostering an open space for different opinions and nuanced discussions. They delve into how accessibility options c...
2023-08-141h 25
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGet to Know Jared Moss - Host of the Play Along PodcastJared Moss, the host of the Play Along Podcast stops by the neighborhood this week for an interview! He, Andrew and Dylan discuss the struggles of having a book club style podcast along with the importance of finding a community that can help you grow. They also talk about Death Stranding and speculate on what the sequel could look like. Jared shares some of his most anticipated upcoming games along with other fascinating tidbits about his life playing video games. The episode wraps up with a trivia game hosted by Dylan! Be sure to check...
2023-07-311h 15
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersWe Played a Game About Killing Dinosaurs with Mechs and Xbox Live is Dead - Neighborhood WatchDylan is back and ready to share his thoughts about the games he's been playing. Games like Exoprimal, Diablo 4, Deep Rock Galactic and more! Andrew has been enjoying Final Fantasy XVI, Diablo 4, and has played a couple other games as well. They also break down the new Xbox Gamepass Core which will be replacing Xbox Live Gold this September. TIME STAMPSXbox Live is Dead - 02:35Giving The Vale a Shoutout - 15:30Main Topic (What We've Been Playing) - 19:36Exoprimal Impressions - 27:33WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg...
2023-07-241h 05
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersMarvel Snap - with Jay Davis and Jon HaigOn this episode Andrew is joined by two fantastic guests to talk about Marvel Snap! Jay Davis from Super Bracket Bros and Jon Haig from The Video Game Lounge stop by the neighborhood to share their expertise and opinions on this mobile and PC game created by Second Dinner and based around Marvel heroes and villains. They break down how they got into card games and how they got into Marvel Snap specifically. Then they discuss all of the things they enjoy about the game along with some things they think could use improvement. The conversation wraps...
2023-07-171h 45
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Deep Dive - with Katie SheskoJoin Andrew and the incredible Katie Shesko, a speed runner and video game music enthusiast, as they embark on an epic journey through the captivating world of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Katie's passion video game music, and her love for Zelda shine through as they traverse the magical landscapes of Hyrule, explore the game's innovative mechanics, and share their thoughts on its predecessor, Breath of the Wild.This episode is a treasure chest of insights into Tears of the Kingdom's unique features - the innovative 'Ascend' ability, multi-level puzzles, weapon crafting techniques, and...
2023-07-101h 33
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersSummer Game Fest and Showcases: Our Favorite AnnouncementsOn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan discuss their favorite announcements from the recent gaming events including PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Showcases. They cover a variety of topics such as their excitement for Dragon's Dogma 2, a new Nintendo 2D Mario platformer, a new entry in the Prince of Persia series, Spider-Man 2 gameplay, and more! They also express their thoughts on Disney's involvement in video games and the saturation of news and announcements in the gaming industry. Time StampsPlayStation Showcase - 5:15Summer Game Fest - 27:07Nintendo Direct - 45:40Xbox/S...
2023-06-261h 29
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGame of the Year 2019 RemakeAndrew and Dylan take a look back at the year 2019 and right the wrongs of their original GOTY lists from that year. This is a beefy Level Playing Field throwback episode that we had a lot of fun recording and we hope you enjoy listening!The LPF article that started all of thishttps://lpfgaming.wordpress.com/2020/01/22/level-playing-fields-game-of-the-year-2019/WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fantasycritic.g Su...
2023-06-052h 00
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersCozy Games (The Disney Dreamlight Valley Rant Episode) - With Aubrey Kimball and Delaney WrenAubrey Kimball and Delany Wren stop by the neighborhood to talk about Cozy Games! What are cozy games? What are some of their favorite ones? Why does Disney Dreamlight Valley have such bad inventory management? All of these questions and more are discussed in the episode! Also, Dylan used the wrong mic input so forgive the audio but please enjoy the conversation!WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fantasycritic.gS...
2023-05-151h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Witcher 3: Wild HuntThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a 2015 action role-playing game developed and published by CD Projekt Red. It is the sequel to the 2011 game The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings and the third game in The Witcher video game series, played in an open world with a third-person perspective. The games follow The Witcher series of fantasy novels written by Andrzej Sapkowski.The game takes place in a fictional fantasy world based on Slavic mythology. Players control Geralt of Rivia, a monster slayer for hire known as a Witcher, and search for his adopted daughter, who is on the run from...
2023-04-031h 46
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGod of War Ragnarök - With Caleb Van Nice, Jay Davis, and MrEricAlmightyAndrew rounds up a fantastic group of guests to talk about one of the biggest games of 2022, God of War Ragnarök. Timestamps below if you want to skip the spoiler section of the conversation. God of War Ragnarök is an action-adventure game developed by Santa Monica Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was released worldwide on November 9, 2022, for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, marking the first cross-gen release in the God of War series. It is the ninth installment in the series, and the sequel to 2018's God of War.Loosely ba...
2023-03-061h 43
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersHogwarts Legacy, HiFi Rush, Atomic Heart, Against the Storm and More! - Neighborhood WatchOn this episode of the Neighborhood Watch Andrew and Dylan have a ton of games to talk about! They talk about some new releases including Hogwarts Legacy, HiFi Rush, and Atomic Heart and they talk about some other games they've been playing like Against the Storm, Mount and Blade II: Bannerlord, Crusader Kings, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, and Marvel Snap! It's a big episode packed with all sorts of great gaming content!Time StampsHiFi Rush - 2:09Atomic Heart - 12:20Hogwarts Legacy - 22:29Against the Storm - 34:11Mount and Blade...
2023-02-271h 23
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGotham Knights - With Aubrey KimballSupport the show here - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1853835/supportAubrey is back to help break down the latest game from Warner Bros Montreal, Gotham Knights. Gotham Knights is an action role-playing game developed by WB Games Montréal and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Inspired by the Batman: Gotham Knights comic series based on the DC Comics character Batman and his supporting cast, the game focuses on the characters Nightwing, Batgirl, Robin, and Red Hood as they attempt to restore justice to Gotham City during a period of decline in the immediate aftermath of...
2023-01-231h 21
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersOverwatch 2, Grand Theft Auto V, The Order 1886 and More! - Neighborhood WatchWelcome back to the neighbohrood! Andrew and Dylan chat about a ton of games on this episode and let you know if they are worth your time. There's also some God of War and Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom chat in there, as well!TIME STAMPS2:14 - Question for Dylan7:13 - Overwatch 226:17 - The Order 188636:28 - Rimworld50:49 - Hollow Knight51:49 - Moonscars57:14 - Grand Theft Auto V1:07 - Persona 5 RoyalWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N...
2022-11-071h 14
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Quarry - with Everyone Who Played It**This is a full spoilers episode! This game is basically all about the story so it’s tough to talk about without diving into spoilers. Happy Halloween and enjoy the episode!**The FN Gamers are here to wish you a happy Halloween and to talk about The Quarry! They brought everyone who played the game together on the episode to share their thoughts. Aubrey Kimball, Abi Kimball, and Joe Sommer all return and Delaney Wren makes her first appearance on the podcast! The Quarry is a 2022 interactive drama horror video game developed by Supermassive Games and...
2022-10-311h 23
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersCult of the Lamb - With Aubrey KimballAubrey Kimball is back to join the FN Gamers in their deep dive into Cult of the Lamb!Cult of the Lamb is a rogue-like action-adventure game developed by indie developer Massive Monster and published by Devolver Digital. The game was released on August 11, 2022. The game follows a possessed lamb who is saved from death by a god-like stranger named "The One Who Waits", and must repay their debt by creating a loyal following in its name.There's also a great conversation about spoilers in nerdy media. Are people (especially us nerds) too sensitive when it...
2022-10-241h 36
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersAn Exploring Bounty Hunter and Socializing Gladiator!The FN Gamers are here to break down their gaming personalities! Andrew and Dylan each took the Bartle's Taxonomy and Quantic Foundry personality tests and spend this episode breaking down the results. They also critique Ubisoft for moving to $70 games, reminisce about old Assassin's Creed, and ponder the video game media outlet echo chamber! Take the tests for yourself and let us know about your results in our Discord server!Bartle TestTake the test hereQuantic FoundryTake the survey here
2022-10-101h 23
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Metal Hellsinger, & Deathloop - Neighborhood WatchAndrew and Dylan are back with another episode of The Neighborhood Watch! In this episode they talk about the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 BETA, Metal Hellsinger, Deathloop, and more! They also read listener responses to one of the 50 questions and discuss the Cyberpunk anime!TIMESTAMPS7:39 - Main Topic9:41 - Metal Hellsinger18:29 - Dishonored25:02 - Deathloop40:39 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 255:51 - GO PLAY A PLAGUE TALE: INNOCENCE!57:12 - Closing Segment WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_Ga...
2022-10-031h 12
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersHorizon Forbidden West - With Jay Davis & Phil SmithThe Sony Boys are back to talk about the latest game in the Horizon series from Guerilla Games, Horizon Forbidden West! Join Andrew, Jay and Phil as they break down all the things they love about this game for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5! Spoilers are contained in the back half of the conversation, see timestamps for the exact moment they begin.TIMESTAMPS33:55 - Spoilers begin1:11 - Closing GameSuper Bracket Broshttps://superbracketbros.buzzsprout.com/https://www.facebook.com/superbracketbros/https://www.instagram.com/superbracketbros/?hl...
2022-09-261h 36
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Video Game Music Special! - with Aubrey and Abi Kimball**There are some Last of Us Part II Spoilers at 17:55 and they end at 18:55**The FN Gamers welcome Aubrey and Abi Kimball back to the show to talk about video game music! There are a ton of songs in this episode and we hope you enjoy listening to them! If you enjoy this episode, let us know! We can definitely do more like this because there is a lot of really good video game music out there that we weren't able to talk about. WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD htt...
2022-09-122h 01
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersDiscussing The Last of Us Part I, Cult of the Lamb, and Dishonored - Neighborhood WatchThe FN Gamers are back with another edition of the Neighborhood Watch! In this episode they discuss The Last of Us Part I and if it's worth $70 or not. Dylan has been playing games again including, Cult of the Lamb, Dishonored, and more. Andrew has been mostly just playing Horizon Forbidden West. Then they wrap it up with another question that was answered by the community!TIMESTAMPS0:58 - Last of Us Part I12:12 - Cult of the Lamb25:52 - Breath of the Wild update28:18 - Horizon Forbidden West37:00 - Doom
2022-09-051h 03
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersThe Best PlayStation Exclusive Game of All Time! - with Jay Davis and Phil SmithWhen Dylan is away, we will Play...Station! Andrew enlists the help of Jay Davis (Super Bracket Bros) and Phil Smith aka Philthefilipino (The Wait For It Podcast) to definitively decide what the best PlayStation exclusive game of all time is. Will it be Horizon: Zero Dawn? Days Gone? Bloodborne? God of War? The Last of Us? How basic will this group of friends be with their decisions? Since Jay is involved, brackets are involved. The games go head to head in a tournament to find out just who is the best of the best!Super...
2022-07-251h 28
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersKirby and the Forgotten Land - With Caleb Van NiceAndrew and former Level Playing Field co-host Caleb Van Nice are talking about Kirby and the Forgotten Land on this episode of the podcast! Follow Caleb herehttps://twitter.com/CJVanNiceWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/TWITCHhttps://www.twitch.tv/neighborhood_gamersYOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fantasycritic.games/league/021e0fef-fd55-4c89-b380-4418c51a7727/2022Support the show
2022-07-181h 04
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersMass Effect: Andromeda, Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course, LEGO Harry Potter and More! - Neighborhood Watch feat. Aubrey and Abi KimballAubrey Kimball and Abi Kimball join Andrew and Dylan to talk about all sorts of games they've been playing. Games on this episode include Hades, Destiny 2, Mass Effect: Andromeda, Cuphead, Dead Cells, LEGO Harry Potter, and a few surprises! They also read the listener's responses to the question, What Game did You Last Finish?WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/TWITCHhttps://www.twitch.tv/neighborhood_gamersYOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fantasycritic.games/league/021e0fef-fd55-4c...
2022-07-111h 19
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersYou Know What Grinds My Gears? - With Joe SommerAndrew and Dylan had to bring back a friend of the show and former co-host Joe for this topic. Things in gaming that grind our gears. The guys talk about some industry-level stuff, and some game-specific stuff, and it's a great conversation. This episode was also recorded in person!The main topic kicks in at 9:27 The closing game starts at 1:12:42Download Joe's World of Warcraft Addon herehttps://www.curseforge.com/wow/addons/astral-analyticsWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_G...
2022-06-271h 33
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersGame of the Year... So Far!Andrew and Dylan are talking about the games of this year that could be contenders for GOTY! What have they played that made the cut and what do they want to play in the future that could be part of the conversation? Listen to find out! And let them know what your game of the year is so far!WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/TWITCHhttps://www.twitch.tv/neighborhood_gamersYOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fan...
2022-06-201h 03
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersInterviewing Eric Gess, Host of The Unlockables and The Sidequesting PodcastAndrew and Dylan are joined by the host of the Unlockables podcast and the Sidequesting podcast, Eric Gess! Listen to hear about Eric's gaming history, why he started podcasting, and what he has in store for the future!Keep up with Eric's shows herehttps://linktr.ee/unlockablespodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
2022-05-091h 03
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersLord of the Rings: Shadow of Mordor & Shadow of War - With Braedon KimballThe FN Gamers are joined by a friend of the show, Braedon Kimball to talk about two awesome games set in the Lord of the Rings universe, Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War. This episode contains spoilers so keep that in mind. The guys talk about all the things they love about these games and some of the things they don't. Then they close the episode with a fun Lord of the Rings-themed trivia game!LINKSWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.ins...
2022-05-021h 18
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersMetroid Dread - With Caleb Van NiceAndrew is joined by former co-host and long-time friend, Caleb Van Nice to chat about an incredible game on the Nintendo Switch, Metroid Dread! This mostly spoiler-free conversation covers all of the things the guys like about the game, a few things they don't, and a final rating of how good they think it is at the end of the day. Follow Caleb herehttps://twitter.com/CJVanNicehttps://letterboxd.com/cjvannice/WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/TWI...
2022-04-181h 16
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersInterviewing Katie Shesko, Flute Musician and StreamerOn this episode, Andrew and Dylan have the great honor of speaking with Katie Shesko. Katie is a musician who combines her love of video games and the flute to create unique arrangements of iconic video game music. She also streams on Twitch where she plays music, does Breath of the Wild bingo, and most recently has been diving headfirst into the world of Elden Ring as her very first “souls game.”Katie generously provided the music that is used in this episode. If you like what you hear, go check out the rest of her catalog and...
2022-04-111h 38
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersIs Back 4 Blood the Left 4 Dead Sequel We Were Hoping For? - With Aubrey KimballAubrey Kimball joins the FN Gamers to talk all about the spiritual successor to Valve's Left 4 Dead games, Back 4 Blood. Does this new game from Turtle Rock studios live up to the legacy left behind by Left 4 Dead? Or does it fall short of that high bar? Listen to find out!LINKSWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/TWITCHhttps://www.twitch.tv/neighborhood_gamersYOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshASupport the show
2022-04-041h 10
Your Friendly Neighborhood GamersInterviewing MrEricAlmighty and PhilTheFilipino, Hosts of the Wait For It PodcastAndrew and Dylan chat with Eric Serna aka MrEricAlmighty and Phil Smith aka PhilTheFilipino about their history as gamers and about being hosts of the excellent Wait For It Podcast! Talking points include Skyrim woes, Gamestop theft, foxes in tuxedos, avoiding burnout, Elden Ring evangelists, measuring success, and of course, Super Bracket Bros!Check out the Wait For It Podcast herehttps://waitforitpodcast.buzzsprout.com/https://mobile.twitter.com/waitforitpodhttps://www.facebook.com/WaitForItPodcast/https://www.instagram.com/waitforitpodcast/?hl=enKeep up with the FN Gamers here
2022-03-281h 35