Ben Austwick & Ed Nightingale

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Swapping JoysticksDeath Stranding 2, Lies of P: Overture DLC, The Alters, Fast Fusion – Swapping JoysticksIt’s been a little while since our last regular episode, but we’re back and there’s plenty to catch up on. We’ve both been fully immersed in Death Stranding 2, and we’re loving every minute of it. Ed has also wrapped up the Lies of P DLC, Overture, and has been enjoying Fast Fusion on the Switch 2. Meanwhile, Ben’s found his next cosy obsession in Fantasy Life i, and he’s also really into The Alters. Lots of games, lots of thoughts - let’s dive in. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:50 - Death Stranding 2 ...2025-06-271h 16

Swapping JoysticksIs Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Already Game of the Year Material? - Swapping JoysticksWe're back to regular episodes, and this week we're chatting about just how impressive Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is. Ben's only just reached Act 2, so no spoilers here - just a relaxed look at what makes the game stand out so far. We also talk about South of Midnight, the chaos of Grandma, No!, and the stylish Neon-Noir vibes of The Precinct. Plus, a quick round-up of what you've been playing and a few headlines from the week. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:13 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 00:39:27 - Grandma, No! 00:43:56...2025-05-161h 23

Swapping JoysticksXbox Developer Direct 2025, Returnal, Like a Dragon Infinite WealthWe're recording this live following the Xbox Developer Direct 2025 and we go through all the games mentioned there. Also, Ed's been playing Returnal, Metroid Other M, Yakuza 7: Like a Dragon, and Ben discusses Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth. Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:44 - Ninja Gaiden 4 00:13:36 - South of Midnight 00:19:02 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 00:26:30 - DOOM The Dark Ages 00:41:40 - Metroid: Other M 00:48:09 - Returnal 00:51:15 - Yakuza 7 Like a Dragon, The Man Who Erased His Na...2025-01-241h 27

Swapping JoysticksFantasian Neo Dimension, Infinity Nikki, 30 Years Of PS1 - Swapping JoysticksEd can finally talk about Fantasian Neo Dimension, the game he reviewed, and Ben's actually finished Dragon's Dogma 2. We also chat about Infinity Nikki and gacha games, and we finish with a PS1 quiz for its 30th anniversary. Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! Ben's CALM fundraiser: https://tiltify.com/@biggusbennus/biggus-bennus-jingle-jam-2024 00:00:00 - Intro 00:23:43 - Fantasian Neo Dimenson 00:48:28 - Infinity Nikki & gacha games 01:05:05 - Dragon's Dogma II 01:30:45 - What You've Been Playing 01:39:34 - The PlayStation 1 30th Anniversary Quiz 01:51:48 - O...2024-12-061h 54

Swapping JoysticksNo Man's Sky, Dragon's Dogma 2, PS5 Pro - Swapping JoysticksEd's been playing a game for a review so can't talk about that, but Ben's been getting lost in No Man's Sky (literally) and Dragon's Dogma 2 on the PS5 Pro. There's also a return to Musical Corner. Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:14:39 - PS5 Pro update 00:17:15 - No Man's Sky 00:30:33 - Dragon's Dogma II 00:46:53 - What You've Been Playing 00:54:55 - The News Quiz: Music Edition 01:16:41 - Outro ▼ Swapping Joysticks ▼ ● All previous episodes...2024-11-291h 05

Swapping JoysticksPS5 Pro Hands-On & Zelda Echoes of Wisdom - Swapping JoysticksWe've got a PS5 Pro and played a bunch of PS4, PS5 & PS5 Pro enhanced games to test out its capabilities. Ed's also finally got time to chat about Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Ben does a nice DanTDM name drop. And, as always - The News Quiz! Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:20 - PS5 Pro 00:29:27 - The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom 00:42:47 - What you've been playing 01:05:10 - Weekly Gaming Quiz! 01:16:41 - Outro #PS5Pro #Ec...2024-11-221h 18

Swapping JoysticksWe're back from Japan! - Swapping Joysticks Special EpisodeWe're sadly back from Japan and in the spirit of an aunt who's just walked the Inca Trail, we've got a lot of stuff to show and tell. We chat about our time at the Godzilla hotel, Super Nintendo World at Universal, a traditional ryokan, Ben's embarrassing toilet moment, and a whoooole lot more. Let us know in the comments if you've been, or if you have any questions! ▼ Swapping Joysticks ▼ ● All previous episodes available at http://swappingjoysticks.com ▼ Ben's links ▼ ● Follow on Twitch - http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus ● Foll...2024-11-163h 31

Swapping JoysticksLife is Strange Double Exposure, Xbox Partner Preview, MJ the Musical - Swapping JoysticksRecorded just after Ben completed the first two episodes of Life is Strange: Double Exposure and minutes after the Xbox Partner Preview, this podcast is certified fresh! ...if people still use that phrase. Also, it's the return of musical corner, as Ben and Ed went to see MJ the musical last night. Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:45 - MJ the Musical 00:25:51 - Xbox Partner Preview 00:42:12 - Life is Strange Double Exposure 01:05:25 - What you've been playing 01:11:24 - We...2024-10-181h 19

Swapping JoysticksBalatro on mobile, TCG Card Shop Simulator, Synapse, Tokyo Game Show - Swapping JoysticksEd's been playing a game for review this week so can't talk about it just yet! However, both Ben & Ed have been hooked to their phones playing Balatro at every opportunity and Ben's also hooked on TCG Card Shop Simulator. They also played the incredible Synapse. Plus, we talk bout what you’ve been playing, which seems to be a lot of Zelda Echoes of Wisdom! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:15:26 - Balatro on mobile 00:25:47 - TCG Card Shop Simulator 00:37:02 - Synapse 00:41:42 - What you've been playing 00:54:24 - To...2024-10-041h 17

Swapping JoysticksPlayStation's State of Play, Ghost of Yōtei, The Plucky Squire, Elder Scrolls CastlesRecorded the day after the PlayStation State of Play, we chat about everything revealed there. We've also finished The Plucky Squire and Ben's finally got bored of Elder Scrolls Castles. Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:58 - PlayStation State of Play 00:46:29 - Ghost of Yōtei 00:53:53 - The Plucky Squire 01:01:55 - Elder Scrolls Castles & Marvel Snap 01:17:07 - Black Myth Wukong 01:21:21 - What you've been playing 01:30:36 - Outro ▼ Swapping Joysticks ▼ ● All previous e...2024-09-271h 32

Swapping JoysticksConcord, Star Wars Outlaws, Deadlock & in defence of Final Fantasy 9After a week off and a Gamescom special, we've got plenty of games to talk about, and end up focusing on two. Ben played Concord before it was yeeted for good and has some very strong opinions on why it failed, plus Ed's been hooked on Star Wars Outlaws, despite not loving it. We also chat a little about Deadlock, Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Beta, Monument Valley+, and Black Myth Wukong Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing (and correct some awful opinions on Citizen Sleeper and Final Fantasy 9)! 00:00:00 - Intro & what's co...2024-09-062h 00

Swapping JoysticksTwo Point Museum, Persona 3 Episode Aigis, Pre-Gamescom Chatter - Swapping JoysticksWe're back from Austria and Ed's even had a sneaky trip to NYC in the past week too, cranking up a bigger carbon footprint than Taylor Swift herself. Ed's been playing some retro Final Fantasy Tactics on Ben's Vita, and Ben's finally got round to playing Link's Awakening. Ed also chats about his exclusive preview opportunities with Two Point Museum and Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis. There won't be a regular podcast next week as we're heading to Gamescom! Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro (NYC & Austria) 00:36:53 - F...2024-08-161h 53

Swapping JoysticksThank Goodness You're Here, Taylor Swift & Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom - Swapping JoysticksRecorded hours before we head to Vienna for our cancelled Taylor Swift concert, we chat about Thank Goodness You're Here, comedy games in general, Ben's finished Elden Ring, and there's a new Zelda trailer! Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro & Austria/Taylor Swift 00:13:52 - Thank Goodness You're Here & comedy games 00:37:25 - Ben finished Elden Ring! 00:49:15 - What you've been playing 01:12:00 - Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Trailer 01:19:31 - FFXVI PC Port & Queens Blood 01:22:10 - PS VR2 PC cable 0...2024-08-091h 28

Swapping JoysticksDungeons of Hinterberg, FFXIV, Ghost of Tsushima, The Exit 8 - Swapping Joysticks | #gifted / #adA huge thank you to Elgato for sending us a Facecam Neo to record the podcast with. We've done a lot of gaming this week and Ben's finally got another platinum trophy! He's been knee-deep in Ghost of Tsushima, including the Iki Island DLC, and Ed's been up in the mountains playing Dungeons of Hinterberg. He's also been levelling up his pictomancer in FFXIV and Ben's got his spooks on in The Exit 8. Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:08 - FFXIV - Pictomancer job 00:13:59 - D...2024-07-191h 06

Swapping JoysticksTwitchCon, Balatro, Ghost of Tsushima & Xbox Game Pass - Swapping JoysticksWe've been swamped the past couple of weeks, but we're back! Let’s catch up on everything: TwitchCon highlights, a few concerts, and all the games we've been playing, including Balatro, Elden Ring, and Ghost of Tsushima. We'll also cover the latest news about Xbox Game Pass and Planet Coaster 2. Plus, we talk about what you’ve been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro & Twitchcon 00:21:58 - Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (final chat) 00:35:18 - Balatro 00:40:40 - Stellar Blade, FFXIV Dawntrail, Elden Ring (Ben) 00:58:02 - What you've been playing 01...2024-07-121h 17

Swapping JoysticksStellar Blade Controversy, Manor Lords & Top Spin 2K25 - Swapping Joysticks - 3 May 2024Right, we're back to regular weekly episodes now that Ben's had his root canal. There's a lot to catch up on including the Elden Ring Symphony Concert at the Royal Albert Hall and Stellar Blade controversy. Also, Ben's been playing Manor Lords and a pretty fun tennis game! Plus, we chat about what you've been playing and all things gaming and streaming in the news! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:52 - Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure 00:22:12 - Ben's root canal 00:26:44 - Top Spin 2K25 00:36:21 - Stellar Blade 00:57:30 - Manor...2024-05-031h 32

Swapping JoysticksPalworld, Prince of Persia The Lost Crown & Chants of Sennaar - Swapping Joysticks - 26 Jan 2024Ep 122: There's only one game everyone is talking about, and that's Palworld. Ben's been playing and loves it, and Ed has no idea but has been writing a fair bit about it. Put those together and you get all the impressions and news about the hottest game of the moment Ed's been playing more Prince of Persia and Ben's also played and finished Chants of Sennaar! Plus, we chat about what you've been playing and the latest streaming and gaming news! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:10:20 - Palworld 00:47:20 - Prince of Persia...2024-01-261h 45

Swapping JoysticksSuicide Squad, Prince of Persia & Steam Deck OLED - Swapping Joysticks - 12 Jan 2024Ep120: Ed tells us all about his preview of Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League and what he really thought of Rocksteady's latest game. Ben's got an early code for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (thank you to Ubisoft for this) and they've both played a bit of it before recording. Ben's also somehow got a Platinum in a game he's finished! Also, we chat about gaming and streaming news, including Twitch layoffs, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth crossover in Apex and the SAG AFTRA AI / VO controversy. Plus, what you've been playing! 00:00:00...2024-01-121h 29

Swapping JoysticksAre Spider-Man 2 and Cities Skylines 2 GOTY material? - Swapping Joysticks - 7 Nov 2023Ep 110: We've both been playing some fantastic games this week. Ed has been stuck into a Marvel's Spider-Man 2 web and can't put the game down, while Ben is trying his hardest to save it for a YouTube let's play. Meanwhile, Ben has found himself in marathon gaming sessions with Cities Skylines 2. With recommended settings found on Reddit, he's having no issues with performance and can fully enjoy this incredible sequel. Ben has also played a bit of Super Mario Wonder and, as expected, it's pretty awesome too. Plus, we chat about what you've been playing, and the...2023-11-071h 10

Swapping JoysticksStarfield is NOT a good exploration game - Swapping Joysticks - 12 Sep 2023Ep 104: Ben's finished Starfield and has found it tough to enjoy when it comes to exploration. The main mission and city exploration are a different story, however. Also, Ed's finished Sea of Stars, and has had his previous doubts about the game quashed. He's also been getting terrified in Pikmin too! Also, what you've been playing, and the latest in gaming and streaming news! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:24 - Pikmin 00:15:38 - Starfield 00:37:54 - Sea of Stars 00:43:18 - What you've been playing 00:48:10 - News section 00:58:33...2023-09-121h 05

Swapping JoysticksGamescom 2023 Special Episode - Swapping Joysticks - 31 Aug 2023Ep 102: It’s our bumper Gamescom special! Ben and Ed spent last week in Cologne for Gamescom and got to try out a bunch of games, and chat to some incredible people in the industry. Check out the list below to see all the games we discuss, plus our eventful trips there and back, and checking out the Cologne nightlife! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:18 - Gamescom 00:16:43 - Black Myth: Wukong 00:36:50 - The Plucky Squire 00:51:28 - Lords of the Fallen 01:01:37 - Lies of Pi 01:09:42 - Thank Go...2023-08-312h 31

Swapping JoysticksGetting bored with Tears of the Kingdom and Barbie - Swapping Joysticks - 21 Aug 2023Ep 101: It's Ed's birthday week and we've been to the theatre as well as the cinema seeing Cabaret and Barbie, respectively. One was amazing, the other more mixed. You can probably guess who enjoyed it more. Ben explains why he's finally deleted Marvel Snap from his phone, and what his new obsession is, and Ed's finally getting back into TotK, despite having a very grumpy 24hrs thanks to one shrine. We also discuss games coming out in the next couple of months, and preview Gamescom, which we're both going to in Cologne next week! 2023-08-211h 44

Swapping JoysticksEpisode 100: Red, White & Royal Blue, Pikmin 4, and Stray Gods - Swapping Joysticks - 15 Aug 2023Ep 100: It's a very special milestone and we've got a bumper show for you. We've seen Oppenheimer and Red, White & Royal Blue, and have some strong opinions on both. We've also been playing some video games! Ed's been playing Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Baldur's Gate 3, and Stray Gods, while Ben's been obsessed with Pikmin 4. All this, plus what you've been playing, some very special Swapping Joysticks questions, and the latest gaming news. Now available in video form on http://youtube.com/biggusbennus 2023-08-151h 43

Swapping JoysticksInbox: Which thirsty tweets were too filthy for Ben Starr read out? - 21 Jul 2023Your weekly bite-sized podcast where we answer any Qs you might have. This week: The last few years have seen us finally get openly queer characters in mainstream games. Which historical gaming characters do you think would be LGBTQ+ if their games were released today? Did you see a cream pie at the theatre on Tuesday evening, Ed? Which thirsty tweets were too filthy for Ben Starr to read? Submit questions at http://swappingjoysticks.com/inbox or on our Discord (https://discord.gg/biggusbennus) and we'll include as many a...2023-07-2131 min

Swapping JoysticksDave The Diver obsession and TwitchCon debrief - Swapping Joysticks - 16 Jul 2023Ep 96: We've been to TwitchCon Paris and Develop: Brighton and it's time for a debrief. We chat about everything that went down there and what we've been playing over the past two weeks. Ed's got the FFXVI platinum and is now hate-playing through Diablo IV, while Ben is obsessed with his diving/sushi management indie game, Dave The Diver. All this plus the games you've been playing, the latest in gaming news, and a whole dollop of musicals, Pride, and everything else. 2023-07-171h 18

Swapping JoysticksChatting thirst and trophy hunting with FFXVI’s Ben Starr - Swapping Joysticks - 7 Jul 2023Ep 95: In this extra-special episode of Swapping Joysticks, we have an in-depth chat with Ben Starr, voice of Final Fantasy 16's Clive Rosfield. Join us as we dive into the world of voice acting and unravel the secrets behind bringing Clive to life. Also, prepare yourself for platinum trophy hunting, thirsty tweets, and a Final Fantasy Quiz! ▼ Ben Starr's links ▼ ● Follow on Twitter - http://twitter.com/The_Ben_Starr ● Follow on Instagram - http://twitter.com/The_Ben_Starr ▼ Other Ben's links ▼ ● Follow on Twitch...2023-07-071h 38

Swapping JoysticksHow hard can Final Fantasy XVI’s New Game+ really be? - Swapping Joysticks - 3 Jul 2023Ep 94: It's the first episode since Ben's birthday and we've got a LOT of Final Fantasy to talk about. We've both been playing more, with Ed playing through New Game+ and Ben preparing our Swapping Joysticks review. Ben's also been playing more F1 23 and we have a lot of announcements, including news about a very special episode later this week. All this plus the games you've been playing, the latest in gaming news, and a whole dollop of musicals, Pride, and everything else. 2023-07-031h 04

Swapping JoysticksCould FFXVI be GOTY? - Swapping Joysticks - 26 Jun 2023Ep 93: We've both finished Final Fantasy 16 and have our spoiler-free impressions. We chat about what we love, don't love, and opinion on everything else. Ben's also been playing some F1 23 and is completely obsessed with the story mode, Braking Point. Plus, we chat about this week's news and what you've been playing! 2023-06-261h 09

Swapping JoysticksThe FFXVI demo is a game-changer - Swapping Joysticks - 15 Jun 2023Ep 92: The Final Fantasy XVI demo is out and we're not the only people blown away - the number of people who've never played one before and bought it after playing the demo is astronomical. Also, Ed's finished Final Fantasy XIV Shadowbringers, Ben's got into Sea of Thieves, and we've both fallen off the Diablo wagon! Plus, we chat about the Summer Games Fest and Xbox Showcase, as well as what you've been playing! 2023-06-161h 40

Swapping JoysticksTears of the Kingdom is no Breath of the Wild - Swapping Joysticks - 18 May 2023Ep 88: We've finally got our hands on Zelda Tears of the Kingdom and we have a lot to say on it. Ben's not too far into the game but our Zelda obsessive Ed has played pretty much all week. He wasn't impressed at first, but listen to find out what he thinks of it now. We also chat about Final Fantasty XIV as a summoner, the ending of Bloodborne, and whether the Spanish Eurovision entry deserved any points. Plus, all the latest gaming news & views, as well as what you've been playing! 2023-05-191h 26

Swapping JoysticksSword Swallowing D&D - Swapping Joysticks - 27 Apr 2023Ep 85: It's an audio-only podcast this week as Ben and Ed have been to a party. Hear how we popped our D&D cherry in the filthiest way possible, plus Ben's thoughts on Horizon Forbidden West and Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster! Plus, all the latest gaming news & views, as well as what you've been playing! 2023-04-281h 05

Swapping JoysticksWASD 2023 Autopsy - Swapping Joysticks - 5 Apr 2023Ep 82: We went to WASD Live at the weekend and tried a bunch of games including System Shock, Dead Island 2, Viewfinder, and many more. Ben also took part in a not-very-PG Jackbox panel and Ed hugged a giant yellow willy. We also chat about what we've been playing this week: Octopath Traveler 2, Resident Evil 4, Zelda Breath of the Wild and FFXIV Stormblood! Plus, all the latest gaming news & views, as well as what you've been playing! 2023-04-0554 min

Swapping JoysticksResident Evil 4 Remake is HARD (but awesome) - Swapping Joysticks - 29 Mar 2023Ep 81: We've both played the same game for once this week - Resident Evil 4 Remake! Hear what we think of the game (Ben had a less stressful time playing on easy), plus Celeste, Octopath Traveler II, Golf With Your Friends, and Breath of the Wild! Plus, all the latest gaming news & views, as well as what you've been playing! ▼ My links ▼ ● Follow me on Twitch - http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus ● Follow me on Twitter - http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 ● Follow me on Instagram - http://instagram.com/biggusbennu...2023-03-301h 46

Swapping JoysticksRaymanvania - Swapping Joysticks - 15 Mar 2023Ep 79: Ben's got some good personal news and Ed's been the one playing all the games as usual. Join us as we chat about the Castlevania DLC for Dead Cells, Metroid Fusion, and MARVEL SNAP! Plus, all the latest gaming news & views, as well as what you've been playing! ▼ My links ▼ ● Follow me on Twitch - http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus ● Follow me on Twitter - http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 ● Follow me on Instagram - http://instagram.com/biggusbennus ● Join my Discord - http://discord.gg/biggusbennus...2023-03-151h 25

Swapping JoysticksEurovision Excitement and Legend of Dragoon Disappointment - Swapping Joysticks - 8 Mar 2023Ep 78: We managed to get Eurovision tickets, somehow, and Ben was interviewed on national radio. Ed's also been playing Legend of Dragoon on PS5 and Ben's actually finished Destiny 2 Lightfall on Legendary difficulty! Plus, all the latest gaming news & views, as well as what you've been playing! ▼ My links ▼ ● Follow me on Twitch - http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus ● Follow me on Twitter - http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 ● Follow me on Instagram - http://instagram.com/biggusbennus ● Join my Discord - http://discord.gg/biggusbennus ▼...2023-03-091h 19

Swapping JoysticksFinal Fantasy 16 first-hand impressions and accessibility - Swapping Joysticks - 1 Mar 2023Ep 77: Ed was lucky enough to play Final Fantasy 16 recently, so we discuss his thoughts and Yoshi-P's comments on the term 'JRPG'. He's also learned a very rude Swedish word! Meanwhile, Ben's started Destiny 2 Lightfall on Legendary difficulty and has been playing fairground games all evening. Plus, all the latest gaming news & views, as well as what you've been playing! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:17:19 - Final Fantasy 16 impressions & accessibility 00:38:20 - Destiny 2 Lightfall 00:46:54 - What you've been playing 00:56:24 - Gaming and streaming news ▼ My links ▼ ● F...2023-03-021h 07

Swapping JoysticksIs Metroid Prime Remastered the best looking Switch game? - 15 Feb 2023Ep 75: Ben's continuing his slog through the FFXIV MSQ and Ed gushes the Metroid Prime Remastered. We also talk about Watch Dogs Legion and a very interesting mod that was removed from The Witcher 3. All this plus the latest gaming and streaming news! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2023-02-161h 18

Swapping JoysticksWhy is FFXIV’s Stormblood expansion so boring? - 8 Feb 2023Ep 74: Ed's absolutely had it with FFXIV during the Stormblood expansion, but Ben assures him that it's worth the slog to get to Shadowbringers. They also chat about how great Forspoken is, plus the latest gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA+ twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2023-02-1658 min

Swapping JoysticksWhat exactly is the Metaverse? - 1 Feb 2023Ep 73: We've all watched THAT episode of The Last Of Us and have some opinions! Also, we chat about the Metaverse, Hi-Fi Rush, Fire Emblem Engage, and all the latest gaming news! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2023-02-011h 18

Swapping JoysticksThe one where Ben got into a bear! - 25 Jan 2023Ep 72: Ed's Twitter account is locked and Ben's been dressed up as a bear! It's been an eventful week. We talk about Fire Emblem Engage, Forspoken and all the other games we and the community have been playing, plus the latest gaming & streaming news in a bitesize podcast due to the Xbox Dev Showcase! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2023-01-2549 min

Swapping JoysticksWhen you’re tired of video games, play Elden Ring! - 18 Jan 2023Ep 71: Ben and Ed have been watching real life Among Us aka The Traitors this week while struggling with which video games to play - Elden Ring it is! Plus, what you've been playing and this week's gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2023-01-181h 06

Swapping JoysticksPersona 4 Golden does not hold up well! - 12 Jan 2023Ep 70: Ben and Ed are fresh from an advanced preview of The Last Of Us, Ben's got a new job, and Ed's been playing Persona 4 Golden, which is really showing its age. Plus, what you've been playing and this week's gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2023-01-121h 24

Swapping JoysticksDon’t sleep on Citizen Sleeper! - Swapping Joysticks - 4 Jan 2023Ep 69: Happy New Year! It's the first podcast of 2023 and 69th podcast together! We chat about Citizen Sleeper, Horizon Forbidden West and Destiny 2 is back... Plus, what you've been playing and this week's gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2023-01-041h 42

Swapping JoysticksThe Swapping Joysticks GOTY Awards 2022 - Swapping Joysticks - 28 Dec 2022Ep 68: It's time for the big one - the final podcast of the year and it's our Game of the Year Awards! Find out what our top 10 games of 2022 are, plus community-voted other awards in this huuuuge episode. Plus, what you've been playing and this week's gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2022-12-293h 47

Swapping JoysticksDissecting The Game Awards (and Ben’s Deck) - Swapping Joysticks - 14 Dec 2022Ep 67: It's a bumper episode ahead of Christmas as we dissect The Game Awards. Ben gets his (Steam) Deck out and talks about all the games he can't wait to play (but probably won't). Ed's getting nostalgic with new JRPG Chained Echoes, and we list our GotY award categories ahead of the GotY show in 2 weeks' time. Plus, what you've been playing and this week's gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://t...2022-12-151h 50

Swapping JoysticksWe LOVED Crisis Core Final Fantasy 7 Reunion! - Swapping Joysticks - 7 Dec 2022Ep 66: Ed's finished Crisis Core Final Fantasy 7 Reunion and has a lot to say about it! Ben's bought a Steam Deck and won't stop banging on about it, plus final thoughts on Sonic Frontiers. Plus, what you've been playing and this week's gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2022-12-071h 34

Swapping JoysticksCould Marvel Snap be GOTY? - Swapping Joysticks - 30 Nov 2022Ep 65: Ed's had a promotion! There's one game that everybody's been playing this week and it's Marvel Snap! We sing the praises of the game that's grabbing the mobile gaming world by storm, as well as God Of War Ragnarok and Pokemon Scarlet/Violet. We also have a lengthy debate about theme parks and discuss all this week's gaming and streaming news with an LGBTQIA twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http...2022-12-011h 24

Swapping JoysticksSo are we all going over to Hive? - Swapping Joysticks - 23 Nov 2022Ep 64: With Twitter going down in flames, Ben and Ed discuss their recent move to Hive Social and whether that's the future for social media. They also chat about the games they've been playing, including Pokémon Scarlet/Violet and Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Plus all the latest in gaming and streaming news! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2022-11-241h 17

Swapping JoysticksAre The Game Awards rigged? - Swapping Joysticks - 16 Nov 2022Ep 63: Ben & Ed have been to see The Book Of Mormon and have some very strong feelings about it. We also chat about the games we've been playing, including Sonic Frontiers, God Of War, Pokemon Pearl and Elden Ring! All this plus the latest gaming news with an LGBTQIA+ twist! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2022-11-171h 19

Swapping JoysticksGod Of War Ragnarok impressions! - Swapping Joysticks - 9 Nov 2022Ep 62: For some reason, this seems to be the poo episode. Lots of talk about that and farts. Oh and video games! Apparently one called God Of War Ragnarok came out, so we chat about that, along with Sonic Frontiers, Persona 5 Switch, Blossom Tales and all the latest gaming news, including the lack of diversity in FFXVI! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2022-11-101h 38

Swapping JoysticksP$VR2 price announced! - Swapping Joysticks - 2 Nov 2022Ep 61: We're recording this on the day the PSVR2 release date and are both pretty floored by the price. We also chat about what we've been playing, including Silent Hill 2, Immortals Fenyx Rising and Skyrim. Plus, all the latest gaming news and opinions! Don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms! Ben: http://twitch.tv/biggusbennus http://twitter.com/biggusbennus1 Ed: http://twitch.tv/ed_nights http://twitter.com/ed_nights 2022-11-031h 09

Swapping JoysticksThere’s a new old Witcher game! - Swapping Joysticks - 26 Oct 2022Ep 60: It's a Wednesday, which means it's time for Swapping Joysticks? Ben and Ed discuss the games they've been playing, including Observer System Redux, Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope and all the latest gaming news! There are no timestamps for this week's show - sorry! 2022-10-2756 min

Swapping JoysticksSparking Hope For All - Swapping Joysticks - 19 Oct 2022Ep 59: We're back on our new podcast day - Wednesday! We go straight into talking about games we've been obsessed with lately, including Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope and Pokemon Shining Pearl, plus the latest gaming news (including the Bayonetta VA drama) and some intense hatred for Crocs! 00:00 Intro 03:07 Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope 18:57 Pokemon Shining Pearl 25:49 Crocs 28:18 Final Fantasy XIV 33:57 What you have been playing 42:50 The Sims 5 announced? 46:10 Bayonetta voice acting drama 1:00:59 Resident Evil Showcase + Silent Hill Transmission 1:04:30...2022-10-201h 10

Swapping JoysticksRIP Stadia, we barely knew ya!Ep 57: Our podcast is recorded mere hours after the death knoll for Stadia is rung (if it wasn't DOA), so Ed & Ben give their opinion on that. We also chat about our trip last week to EGX and the games we've been playing, including Sonic Frontiers, The Last Of Us Part 1, Trombone Champ, and all the latest gaming news. 00:00 Intro 04:20 Interview with Yoshi-P 09:25 EGX 2022 including Sonic Frontiers and Unstoppable 26:00 Brewmaster: Beer Brewing Simulator 30:22 Splatfest 34:17 The Last Of Us Part 1 41:05 Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle 44:25...2022-09-301h 08

Swapping JoysticksA Taste Of JapanEp 55: We took a week off after The Queen passed away 30 minutes before last week's podcast but we're back with more to talk about than ever before! Ed's spent the day at the Square Enix Plays event in London and Ben's been knees-deep into Disney Dreamlight Valley! 00:00 Intro 01:15 Queen Elizabeth II's death 09:03 Square Enix Plays 10:13 Final Fantasy 7 Crisis Core tease 15:33 VALKYRIE ELYSIUM 18:34 Harvestella, Star Ocean: The Divine Force, Dragon Quest Treasures & more (including Japanese food!) 41:49 Ed's finished some games! 51:55 Donut County 56:27 D...2022-09-161h 42

Swapping JoysticksThe Final Farthest FrontierEp 54: This week, Ben's played Farthest Frontier while Ed's suffering some JRPG burnout. Plus what's next in Assassin's Creed and will there be a Zelda Nintendo Direct this month? 00:00 - Intro 03:12 - Ed hates northern music 13:33 - Gaming burnout 25:55 - Cult Of The Lamb 27:48 - Cuphead 31:10 - Farthest Frontier 38:40 - Episodic games, movies and bingeing 47:20 - Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and obscure game mechanics 50:57 - New Assassin's Creed Mirage leaked! 54:23 - Pride in Fortnite & music ramble 1:05:20 - New Pokemon...2022-09-011h 34

Swapping JoysticksThe Price Is Not OFKEp 53: Ed and Ben discuss the news of Sony increasing the PlayStation 5 cost, as well as F1 Manager 2022 and LGBT+ music game We Are OFK. 00:00 - Intro (Ed's birthday week) 13:50 - Final Fantasy XII 16:49 - F1 Manager 2022 27:06 - We Are OFK 35:23 - What have you been playing? (Hearthstone, Cult Of The Lamb, Destiny 2) 51:55 - PS5 price-hike 1:10:41 - GamesCom Opening Night Show 1:19:07 - Offensive comments by developer of Black Myth: Wukong 1:22:23 - Monster Hunter Rise selling 11 million copies 1:24:30 - Outro 2022-08-261h 27

Swapping JoysticksBunch of PrixEp 51: Ben & Ed chat about Two Point Campus and their time at the London e-Prix. 2022-08-051h 00

Swapping JoysticksCats and CarsEp 50: Join Ben and Ed as they do their best to talk about everything but video games. 2022-07-291h 11

Swapping JoysticksLet’s talk about Twitch Con AmsterdamEp 49: Ben & Ed are back from TwitchCon Amsterdam and it's time for the debrief! Find out what went on and what we thought of the panels and events we went to, as well as some very stern words for certain Minecrafters. 2022-07-211h 40

Swapping JoysticksIt’s TwinkCon Eve!Ep 48: It's TwitchCon Eve! Ben and Ed chat about their plans for the weekend, what they've been playing and all the important gaming news! 2022-07-141h 04

Swapping JoysticksWith Kelsey Hansen from Annapurna InteractiveEp 47: Ben & Ed are joined by Kelsey Hansen from Annapurna Interactive for a chat about everything video games! 2022-07-081h 11

Swapping JoysticksCan pigeons watch movies?Ep 46: Ben & Ed introduce Swapping Joysticks - a brand new place for all your LGBTQIA+ gaming content! In this episode you'll find, amongst many other things, Red Dead Redemption, Cyberpunk 2077, Monster Hunter Rise and whether pigeons can watch movies. 2022-07-041h 14

Swapping JoysticksKeigh 3, The Quarry, Cyberpunk 2077Ep 44: Ben and Ed go through all the major and minor announcements at Keigh 3, as well as take a deep dive into The Quarry and Cyberpunk 2077. Get your queer gaming podcast right here! 2022-06-181h 06

Swapping JoysticksSummer Games Fest 2022 Predictions and the end of Elden Ring?Ep 43: Ben and Ed discuss what happened in last week's Playstation State Of Play, what we think is going to be mentioned at the Summer Games Fest tomorrow and if Ed will ever finish Elden Ring. Answers on a postcard. 2022-06-081h 02

Swapping JoysticksMoar Elden Ring, What The Golf & Diablo ImmortalEp 42: Who knew that good mobile games existed? Ben and Ed chat about the games they've been playing this week, including a lengthy discussion on the best mobile games out at the moment and also what might appear at the Playstation showcase later today. See if their predictions were right! 2022-06-0252 min

Swapping JoysticksDeath Stranding 2, Pride Month Plans and Movie Metaphors!Ep 41: Ben and Ed have vastly different tastes in movies, as evidenced by what they saw the past week. They also chat about their plans for Pride Month on Twitch, Death Stranding 2, and Ed's still trying to finish Elden Ring. 2022-05-2656 min

Swapping JoysticksSoundfall, Call Of Duty Warzone and Mobile, plus Playstation Plus!Ep 40: We're back with a slightly new format! Ben and Ed chat for an hour about the latest games they've been playing and what's in the news this week. Ed's been playing a fancy music-based game while Ben's got addicted to Call Of Duty like he's 15 again. 2022-05-2454 min

Swapping JoysticksWith MoniDoesStuff - DORFROMANTIK, Xenoblade Chronicles, BAFTAsEp 38: Ed's at the BAFTA Game Awards so Ben is joined by the wonderful MoniDoesStuff. We chat about #DORFROMANTIK, Xenoblade Chronicles and discuss what awards should be added to future game awards. 2022-04-071h 37

Swapping JoysticksWith Urbanbohemian - Ghostwire Tokyo, Destiny 2 & TunicEp 37: Ben and Ed are joined by Urbanbohemian for a talk about all things video games. We end up in a deep conversation about Destiny 2 as Ben finally gets to chat to someone who also loves it, as well as what we think about Ghostwire Tokyo, Tunic and all the latest gaming news! 2022-03-311h 55

Swapping JoysticksWith GeekyCassie - Tunic, Gran Turismo 7 & Elden Ring Love ToysEp 36: Get ready for the filthiest episode we've ever recorded. In amongst the chat about love toys, relationships and the Tinder Swindler is a podcast loosely centred around video games! Join Ben, Ed and GeekyCassie for the longest podcast yet as we chat about what we've been playing, the latest gaming news and gaming franchises we think were unnecessary. 2022-03-182h 38

Swapping JoysticksWith PleasantlyTwstd - Elden Ring, Kirby And The Forgotten Land & Gran Turismo 7Ep 35: Ben and Ed are joined by PleasantlyTwstd for an in depth chat about everything Elden Ring. Tune in for spicy takes, speedrunning discussion, what other Souls games we've loved, and all the latest news in the gaming world! 2022-03-102h 06

Swapping JoysticksWith SoulBodyGeek - Elden Ring, Elden Ring, Elden RingEp 34: Ben and Ed are joined by a Soulsgame newbie SoulBodyGeek to chat about everything Elden Ring. Find out what we all thought of this potential Game Of The Year contender, as well as all the latest gaming news and what games we find the most underrated and overrated. 2022-03-051h 37

Swapping JoysticksWith DonaTarte - Destiny 2, Telling Lies, Horizon Zero DawnEp 33: Ben and Ed are joined by DonaTarte for the latest instalment in your favourite LGBTQIA+ gaming podcast! We chat about the latest Destiny 2 expansion - The Witch Queen, Ed's confusion playing Telling Lies, Dona's love of Horizon Zero Dawn, and all the latest gaming headlines in the news this week. 2022-02-241h 22

Swapping JoysticksWith CafeEla - Sifu, Bayonetta, Pokemon Legends ArceusEp 32: Ben and Ed are joined by CafeEla for the latest instalment in your favourite LGBTQIA+ gaming podcast! We chat all things accessibility in the gaming and streaming world, as well as what games we've been playing and the latest gaming news. 2022-02-161h 36

Swapping JoysticksWith AnnieMayPlay - Nintendo Direct, Pokemon Legends ArceusEp 31: Anime and JRPG enthusiast AnnieMayPlay joins Ben & Ed to dissect the Nintendo Direct. We discuss all the latest headlines, games we've been playing and chat about what life is like as an old school JRPG lover on Twitch. 2022-02-101h 34

Swapping JoysticksWith ErinusTVEp 30: Pokémon enthusiast ErinusTV joins Ed and Ben for a Split The Screen talking everything Pokémon (and a fair bit more). Check out what they all think of Pokémon Legends: Arceus and what it means for the series going forward. They also chat about other games they've been playing and what's in the news this week! 2022-02-031h 34

Swapping JoysticksWith EevohEp 29: Twitch's first ambassador of 2022, Eevoh joins Ben & Ed for this week's episode! We chat about Eevoh's career and experience streaming on Twitch, discuss the games we've been playing and what we're looking forward to in 2022! 2022-01-271h 15

Swapping JoysticksWith WortermelonEp 28: Ben and Ed are joined by industry insider, drag artist and streamer Rik (Wortermelon) in a week where one news story really dominated the agenda. We chat about the Microsoft takeover of Activision Blizzard, Final Fantasy pornography being streamed in the Italian Senate and the games we've been playing - Titanfall 2, Final Fantasy XIV, Demon's Souls and more! 2022-01-201h 32

Swapping JoysticksWith MoniDoesStuffEp 27: We're joined by MoniDoesStuff as she locks horns with Ed on whether Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart was a good game or not. Ben waxes lyrical about that brand new video game The Witcher 3 and we also talk about our gaming resolutions for 2022. 2022-01-131h 33

Swapping JoysticksGame Of The Year 2021Ep 26: Ed & Ben return for regular weekly podcasts with a look back at the games we've played in 2021 and ordering them into a very neat top 10. 2022-01-062h 14

Swapping JoysticksBig Finger BicepsEp 25: Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale return for a 'second season' of the greatest gaming podcast in the world (according to some). We discuss our recent hiatus and our plans for the future in a bumper episode! 2021-12-031h 47

Swapping JoysticksMass AffectionEp 24: Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Resident Evil Village, sci-fi video games and Ben's esports shenanigans are up for discussion in the latest edition of the greatest gaming podcast in the world. Join Twitch Partner Biggus Bennus & UK games journalist Ed Nightingale for all the latest news, views & video game reviews! 2021-05-131h 27

Swapping JoysticksResidently EvilEp 23: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Resident Evil Village, Returnal, the Xbox Series X and we answer all your weird and wonderful questions! 2021-05-071h 19

Swapping JoysticksEDSMREp 22: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Pokemon Snap, The Sims 4, Fortnite and video game characters we'd like to step on us. Yep, you read that right! 2021-04-291h 32

Swapping JoysticksEmbarrassing BacklogsEp 21: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Fortnite, Resident Evil 7, Star Wars and we chat about games we are ashamed to admit we haven't got round to playing yet. 2021-04-221h 16

Swapping JoysticksGaming Guilty PleasuresEp 20: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about the latest games we've been playing and our gaming guilty pleasures! 2021-04-201h 16

Swapping JoysticksSplitting Controversial OpinionsEp 19: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Nier: Automata, Oddworld: Soulstorm, Lost Words: Beyond The Page and we have a VERY heated discussion on controversial gaming opinions. 2021-04-091h 18

Swapping JoysticksNo PlatformingEp 18: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Monster Hunter Rise, Balan Wonderworld, Outriders and our favourite platformers! 2021-04-011h 10

Swapping JoysticksResident HorrorEp 17: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Story of Seasons Pioneers of Olive Town, Control, Signs of the Sojourner and a special Resident Evil anniversary/horror game section! 2021-03-241h 11

Swapping JoysticksSqueal For Square EnixEp 16: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Final Fantasy 14, Littlewood, Control and the Square Enix presents showcase, including out favourite Square Enix memories! 2021-03-181h 13

Swapping JoysticksGames MediumEp 15: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about The Outer Worlds, Story of Seasons and what makes video games the best medium of telling certain stories! 2021-03-121h 03

Swapping JoysticksHappy Birthday, Nintendo SwitchEp 14: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Story Of Seasons, Bravely Default 2, Yakuza Like A Dragon on PS5 and what what our memories are of the Nintendo Switch, which turned 4 years old yesterday! 2021-03-041h 09

Swapping JoysticksState Of Play PredictionsEp 13: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat more about what games we've been playing and what games we expect & hope to see at the State Of Play later that evening. 2021-03-041h 19

Swapping JoysticksGames On The Big ScreenEp 12: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat more about what games we've been playing and what games we'd like to see turned into movies and TV shows! 2021-03-041h 06

Swapping JoysticksHappy LGBT+ History Month in the UK!Ep 11: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat more about Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Zelda Age Of Calamity and what our favourite LGBT+ video games are! 2021-02-121h 01

Swapping JoysticksGaming Regrets & Ed’s AnnouncementEp 10: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat more about Tell Me Why, Astro's Playroom, Destruction All Stars and what our biggest gaming regrets are. Also, Ed has a very big announcement! 2021-02-041h 13

Swapping JoysticksRemastering ClassicsEp 9: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Tell Me Why, Hitman 3, Resident Evil Village's demo and what games we'd love to see remastered. 2021-01-291h 11

Swapping JoysticksSplitting InnuendosEp 8: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Minecraft and our favourite chilled games! 2021-01-211h 11

Swapping JoysticksPokemon SplitEp 7: Join Ben Austwick and Ed Nightingale for Split the Screen, a weekly podcast on all things gaming related and what’s been splitting opinions. This week we chat about Murder by Numbers, Minecraft, Stardew Valley, Pokemon Snap and gaming anniversaries! 2021-01-1459 min