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GameBoizIn Our Zencast EraWe got new recording software ... is it better? Who can say! I guess you guys. Enjoy the new setup filled with the same old great content you've come to expect from Gameboiz (tm)
2023-01-1850 minGameBoizReunited and The Lag's So BadLux is back! Griffin is back! Wi-fi problems are back! See how much news and gaming the boiz can get to before it gets too annoying on this week's GAMEBOIZ
2022-10-1245 minGameBoizLux 3.0 A New BeginningRowdy Burns is now Lux. I think this podcast is finally going somewhere BIG. Gameboiz on da Globe.
2022-09-0156 min
GameBoizBiking With BidenFolks. .. Biden fell off his bike. That's the top level lede here. Did other stuff happen? You know it did. Did The Boiz play some games? Hell yeah. They gonna talk about em? At least a little bit. It's another twisty turny episode of Gameboiz for you to enjoy!
You can find Hailey on Youtube and Instagram at Eateverysound. Griffin is on TikTok and Twitter @Griffinpdavis and streaming at twitch.tv/choomroom. Lux is on twitter @tail_boi and streams on twitch.tv/pixelgoblins every wednesday at 8:30 central and also at other times.
2022-06-2256 minGameBoizCOLLAB: HAUS OF DECLINE X GAMEBOIZ : IS ATTACK ON TITAN FASCIST?lol late again. go subscribe to haus of decline those guys are cool.
2022-04-171h 13GameBoizGriff's ListGriffin's been making a list and checking it twice and he's got topics for Lux. Isn't that nice! Aside from Griffin's list of news topics, they also talk about games they've been playing, and do yet another Elden Ring update. It's a pretty normal episode as far as that goes, so enjoy a REGULAR GAMEBOIZ
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
You can find Hailey on Youtube and Instagram at Eateverysound. Griffin is on TikTok and Twitter @Griffinpdavis and streaming at twitch.tv...
2022-04-0952 minGameBoizBack From FloridaANOTHER LONG BREAK! Why? Well this time Griffin had to go to Florida, but don't worry The Boiz will get plenty into that and much more. They're still playing Elden Ring, but also THE STREAMER AWARDS happened? Were they good? Well ... they'll tell ya. They also saw The Batman - was it good, bad or ok? Well ... let's just say ... they have thought. Plus! Lux has been playing Triangle Strategy AND more Talk of Titan. So tune in, learn some answers, and get down with The Gameboiz
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2022-03-1658 minGameBoizGameboiz of the Lost ArkThe Boiz are back to talk about some NEW GAMING EXPERIENCES. Arceus? OLD NEWS. Now it's time to talk about the newest MMO sensation, Lost Ark - which Griffin has been playing HARD. Not only that, but Griffin has Dying Light 2 updates, and Lux has been playing Sifu and ENJOYING THE HELL OUT OF IT. Lotta big news in their gaming journeys, and of course another mini-ep of A Talk Of Titan for your pleasure. Crank up your headphones and get a load of this WILD EP.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2022-02-111h 00GameBoizGameboiz Legends: Arceus (Feat. Alec Opperman)THE TIME HAS COME!! The Boiz confront the newest Pokemon game, with doubts in their mind and hearts. BUT THEY ARE NOT ALONE - they're joined by poke-expert, general wise-man, and another member of the Lux's former boss club: Alec Opperman. Along with Alec they go DEEP on this newest game. Is it good? Is it bad? They'll tell ya! Not only that, but they discuss other games they're playing, Alec's new look, and the value of leaving your job to go camping. AND OF COURSE The Boiz re-enter A Talk of Titan to discuss the latest episode. All...
2022-02-041h 16GameBoizSuper AgersIt's a loose goose episode this week folks. Gotta be honest with you. It's almost the holidays. Everyone's tired. Staying focused... well it's not easy for anyone and Certainly not for The Boiz. That doesn't mean this week isn't another banger though. Griffin learns all about an FF14 related deal. Lux busts out a strange headline. Best believe there's a lot more in this week's GAMEBOIZ!
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
Find Hailey on Youtube and Instagram @eateverysound. Griffin is on Twitter...
2021-12-0958 minGameBoizThanksGaming 2021WHAT A YEAR IT HAS BEEN! Many ups! Many downs! Many evil ... twisted clowns! But through it all the Gameboiz have been there and this week they're sharing the gaming things they're thankful for. NOT ONLY THAT but they discuss MORE BLIZZARD NEWS as well as WHAT THEY'VE BEEN PLAYING and OPINIONS ON THE NEW POKEMON. That's a LOT of stuff and they're bringing it STRAIGHT to your ears via THIS PODCAST. So check it out and thanks everyone for listening this whole dang time.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Music by Matthew Morden
2021-11-2452 minGameBoizGOTWHYIt's that time of year folks, time to look at the Game of the Year nominees and wonder "how the hell did this happen?" and that's what The Boiz are here to do. This isn't their GOTY episode ... stay tuned for that - but the yearly nominees have dropped and The Boiz have takes. What was forgotten? Are these games even good? Were there ANY good games this year? Only one way to find out and that's to listen up and listen good. PLUS this week isn't all GOTY talk. Lux has been playing SMT V and you're gonna...
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GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XXIX: The GameBoiz are Live and Playing Crazy Taxi!That's right! It's cray! It's a taxi! And WE'RE PLAYING IT!Also...Grand Theft Auto "remasters", Halo, Halo TV Series, and life stuff!
2021-11-1759 minGameBoizVeterans' (of the game wars) DayIt's a busy week! The BOIZ ARE LATE, but as always when they're behind schedule they have A LOT to talk about. They'll be discussing the newest games they're playing. They get into the new Call of Duty business model. No doubt they discuss the Eternals a little bit. There's a whole bunch more too! What a week to tune into THE GAMEBOIZ!
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
You can find Hailey on Youtube and Instagram @eateverysound, Griffin is on tik-tok and...
2021-11-1359 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XXVII: We are...LIVE?Yeah that's right, we do the show live now. On our Tubes of You! We talk and stuff.
2021-10-2741 minGameBoizLight and AiryThe Boiz are BACK! This week it's an easy breezy one. Lux is tired from prepping for a trip, Griffin's been busy with sketches, but that doesn't mean they haven't been gaming and staying UP ON THE NEWS. So learn about the Xbox Mini-fridge, the state of Warzone, what's good with New World, how Griffin stays loving Final Fantasy 14, and what the heck Lux has been playing. All that, and probably something I forgot ... on this weeks ... GAMEBOIZ!
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2021-10-2057 minGameBoizA Whole New WOOOOOOOORLDOh you guys. YOU GUYS! What an episode you've got waiting for you. This week The Boiz are back at it as they discuss Lux's further forays into The Forgotten City as well as the world's ongoing supply chain issues, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. Griffin has been play New World and that man has OPINIONS on the subject. Learn about what makes that game so good, and the simple joy of making the number go up on this weeks episode. EVEN MORE - you can hear some planning as The Boiz make some choices about...
2021-10-1357 minGameBoizLet There Be CarnageWOW! Tech problems? We had em! BUT that won't stop The Boiz from getting out an episode. It's a meandering one that covers many topics, but they discuss the cool games their playing, the Twitch leaks, and of course Venom 2: Let There Be Carnage. So slide into your favorite symbiote and enjoy another classic episode of Gameboiz.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2021-10-0852 minGameBoizPsycho(nauts) ModeFinally! The Boiz (after shamefully missing a week for the first time ever) get into Psychonauts 2. WHAT A GAME! But before they hit that there are a few other things to get to. They get into the their feelings on Donda, and more excitedly they dive into the newly released footage from The Matrix: Resurrection. Not only that but Hailey is back on the 1s and 2s so this one is gonna have that GOOD sound that we love to hear. So strap in, get hype, and let's get back to normal with The Gameboiz
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2021-09-081h 06GameBoizRatchet but DankIt's time for The Boiz to really get into what matters. Games that make them feel ok about dumping money into PS5s, and lucky for them there is at least one! The new Ratchet and Clank looks sweet, but does it play sweet? Well they'll tell ya. Not only that but they sunk some time into the Stranger of Paradise demo and have a thing or two to say about that butt rock themed fantasy fest. Finally they wrap up by investigating the latest changes to the Twitch Meta. All this, plus a surprisingly small number of tangents...
2021-06-2351 minGameBoizReturn Of The GamersThe Boiz haven't been talking about games much recently, but that changes this episode! Lux and Griffin get into the games they're each playing and the games they've both played and give their thoughts on such titles as Monster Hunter: Rise, Oddworld: Soulstorm, and Outriders. That's a lotta games, and that's what they're talking this week as The Gameboiz get back to what they're good at ... Games.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2021-04-1453 minGameBoizForrest Returns (Feat. Forrest Walker)SO MUCH NEWS! Griffin got a PS5. Our friend Forrest has a new podcast. Nothing is going on with Lux! It's Gameboiz baby and this week we're talking to returning champion Forrest Walker about his new Kingdom Hearts podcast They're All Ansem. We'll also touch on Griffin's PS5, stories about burnt hair, and what's the deal with Cyberpunk 2077? All this and more just one click away.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-12-1159 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XXVI: Industry Leaders in News CreationJoin VGA Award Winning and Bitlitzer Prize Winning Host: Chris along with co-hosts Maxwell, and Michael as they create industry leading Video Game News you do not want to miss out on. If you don't listen you will be made fun of for not knowing. Also Anderson is in this.
2020-10-2352 minGameBoizKnow Your History (Feat. Michael Goldenberg)This week The Boiz have a guest again. It's great! Michael Goldenberg gets in the mix to talk about Call of Duty and Tom Clancy's Elite Squad. Are these games ... politically a problem? Almost certainly, but how? Well the get the answer you'll have to tune in and find out. Lux speculates on Reagan's performance. Griffin has predictions. Michael wonders why these games hate protestors so much.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-09-0249 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XXV: Fall Men with BONUS Segment brought to you by PURE TESTOSTERONE RAGE!!!!!!Christopher, Maxwell, and Michael discuss a variety of great gaming topics: Halo delays, Marvel, DC Fandome, Fallguys and Resident Evil!
2020-09-0152 minGameBoizCrow: City Of AngelsThey're back, baby! Crow Duemig returns to the show to discuss a WIDE RANGE OF TOPICS. Ghosts of Tsushima? Oh you know it. Fall Guys? You'll be hearing about it. Pregnancy in the age of coronavirus? You better believe we have a few questions! The Boiz and Crow get into all this and more, so check it out. Lux steals Griffin's question. Griffin ponders The Yellow Team. Crow has thoughts about stances.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement (check her out on the Memory Static Podcast)
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
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2020-08-2658 minGameBoizDNC (Dudes Now Chatting)It's DAY ONE OF THE DNC, but honestly The Boiz don't get too into that business today. Instead they discuss ESPORTS, GAMES BUSINESS, and TRYHARDS. What do they have to say? Well, dang, dude! You'll have to listen to find out! Lux misquotes Steinbeck. Griffin gets into The Drama.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-08-1949 minGameBoizFall Guys and The K-HiveWOWZA What a day of news! Breaking live in the studio, Kamala is the VP choices - and these Boiz have opinions, but before that they also talk about video games! INCREDIBLE! The Boiz discuss the new sensation Fall Guys, the looming release of the Fast and Furious game, as well as an article about ethics in video game narratives. JAMPACKED EPISODE! Tune in for the takes, and the freakout about the news. WOW. Lux talks randomness as design. Griffin wonders about Joe Rogan and The Navi.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2020-08-1348 minGameBoizAfter The Stream (Feat. Heidi VanValkenburg)Fresh off a WILD EPISODE of Choomroom, The Boiz hop into the booth with Heidi VanValkenburg to talk about her new PC and how it has changed her life. Then they discuss Heidi and Griffin's foray into Valorant, and discover a shooter that Lux ... might enjoy. All that and more in this week's episode! Lux remembers feral hogs. Griffin gets excited about the streaming future. Heidi considers Twitch's Terms Of Service
Edited and Produced By Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-08-0551 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XXIV: Halo! Hallo? Halo?! HALLLLOOOOO!!!!!!!Halo Chris Halo Max Halo Michael Halo Discuss Halo Games Halo Did Halo You Halo All Halo Know Halo Halo Halo Came Halo Out Halo ?
2020-08-041h 03GameBoizHosts of Tsushima (Feat. Alex Vaughn)Less riffin this week and more GAMES BUSINESS from The Boiz. Alex Vaughn rejoins the show to talk about the samurai adventure that's haunting the gaming discourse, that's right baby - it's Ghosts of Tsushima. Is it historically accurate? How many of the middle pad controls does Griffin know? How does that weird camera mode work? Can The Boiz figure out any of it - well only one way to find out! Lux talks stances. Griffin wonders about Dragon Age 3 parallels. Alex assuages concerns.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2020-07-2952 minGameBoizZuccsquatch (Feat. Danny Zigal)A big week in games and The Boiz, well, they're gonna talk about it - mostly. Joined this week by friend and rassler Danny Zigal they discuss the new Deadly Premonition, learn about Danny's superswitch and what exactly is going on in that photo of The Zucc. Lux thinks about The Island, Griffin wonders about the law, and Danny buries the lede.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-07-2256 minGameBoizU.S. Army ESports (Feat. Frankie Griffen)Uncle Sam wants YOU to play League of Legends on Twitch! This week The Boiz are joined by returning hero Frankie Griffen to discuss the truly insane recruitment scheme that is U.S. Army Esports. They discuss getting banned from the discord, why it hasn't worked yet, and why it's just so dang embarrassing for everyone involved. Lux sings a song. Griffin judges skills, Frankie explains the kinda people who think this stuff is cool.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-07-151h 00GameBoizThe Last Of Us Part 2 (DEEP DIVE feat. Rory Blank)Oh buddy. It's time. Time to talk about The Big Game that everyone cares about. The Boiz couldn't possibly handle it alone, so they had to bring in official member of The Gameboiz Family (and birthday boy), Rory Blank, to get DEEP on The Last of Us Part 2. Is the game a masterpiece? Is it just very good? Is it smart? Is it fun? WELL DAMN THE BOIZ ARE GONNA LET YOU KNOW. Lux reads tweets. Griffin makes his case. Rory considers possible murders.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2020-07-081h 13GameBoizActual Size EpisodeThe Boiz are back and they're FULL LENGTH BABY. This week Isabel Beatty joins The Boiz to discuss Dr. Disresepect and the growing movement to remove sex pests and creeps from the gaming scene, miscellaneous thoughts about The Last of us Part Two, and more! Learn all about what happened in this riveting conversation by listening to the dang episode! Lux makes a discovery. Griffin brings the news. Isabel raises important questions.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-07-0159 minGameBoizIt's A ShortyThis week The Boiz have had A TIME and so they couldn't get together and chat with the amazing guest they had scheduled. Instead they do a little riffin' and spliffin' about The Last of Us Part Two. First impressions? Oh you know these Boiz got 'em. Griffin celebrates a correct opinion. Lux gets frustrated with The Discourse.
Edited by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-06-2529 minGameBoizElmer and His Scythe (Feat. Dom Johnson)The Hilarious Dom Johnson joins The Boiz this week to chat about all sorts of things. Dom and The Boiz discuss the changes to Elmer Fudd, what weapons SHOULD be allowed in schools, great anime, the conversation surrounding The Last of Us 2, and what it's like having a little brother reporting on Esports. Lux talks about a bad tweet. Griffin has issues with reviews. Dom explains Ice Cube
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Rory Blank
2020-06-171h 01GameBoizStayin' Loose (Feat. Alex Hood)The Boiz are changing it up. We're loosening the structure and getting wild with some conversational podcasting, baby. This week's guest is a perfect start to the new era as he is a podcaster, musician, cartoonist, and more. Alex Hood joins The Boiz all the way from Canada to talk about whatever is on everyone's mind (mostly the state of the world). It's a fun new vibe, so catch the wave and ride it dudes. Lux draws a distinction between the army and the cops. Griffin considers the value of Call of Duty. Alex gets nasty on the mic.
2020-06-101h 11GameBoizProtestsGriffin, Lux, and Hunter talk about their experiences at the protests.
Black Lives Matter
Here's a list of bail funds to support -
https://bailfunds.github.io/
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-06-031h 05GameBoizCall of Duty: Warzone (Feat. Sam Brown and Zach Cregger)Two of The Whitest Kids U' Know join two of the Gamest Boiz in podcasting to discuss the new battle royale shooting sensation Call of Duty: Warzone. Lux still can't understand the appeal but maybe these funnymen and their stories of victory can explain the phenomenon. Listen as they discuss tactics, why it's different than Fortnite, and what exactly makes this game fun to play. Lux has questions. Griffin considers his role on the team. Sam hands out pro tips. Zach discloses some real nerd behavior.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2020-05-2749 minGameBoizMs. Monopoly (Feat. Kelsey Goldberg and Caitlin Linden)It's not all video games all the time around here, friends. Once again boardgame correspondent Kelsey Goldberg, along with returning guest Caitlin Linden, joins The Boiz to talk about Ms. Monopoly. Is this game a progressive lesson for young women, a gross weird cash grab, or something else entirely? You can probably guess, but to know for sure you've got to tune in and check this one out. Lux gets mad about mechanics. Griffin wonders what the game was thinking. Caitlin remembers Monopolies past. Kelsey lays down the law.
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2020-05-2155 minGameBoizTonight We Riot (Feat. Ted Anderson)Did the first 25 minutes of recording get lost? MAYBE. Were there issues with the connection? YES. Did that stop The Boiz from talking to their friend Ted Anderson about the release of his extraordinary game Tonight We Riot? NO WAY. Lux and Griffin sit down and pick Ted's brain about the development of Tonight We Riot, how it succeeds at some of the trickier elements, as well as other games Ted worked on and what secrets about games he's got in the ol' noggin. Lux gets into aesthetics. Griffin gets a blast from the past. Ted explains a democratic...
2020-05-1345 min
GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XIX: Bringing Broski BackChris, Broski and Michael discuss: Animal Crossing, the wonderful fail of Xbox Series X "Game Play", the highly anticipated NEXT GEN BATTLE (2020!) and finally it all comes crashing down in an existential crisis for the ages! ENJOY!
2020-05-1250 minGameBoizDisco Elysium (Feat. Rory Blank)For the first time ... in Gameboiz history ... the same guest returns on back to back episodes. Rory blank kicks back with The Boiz again to talk mostly about Disco Elysium, but also Soylent Green, slash art, and more. There's even a special guest appearance by Natalie Bradford with an update on her Animal Crossing experience. A jampacked episode for you to enjoy. Lux figures out some rules. Griffin wonders about his choices. Rory sends the chat several pictures.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
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2020-05-061h 02GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XVIII: The Leaks of UsMax and Chris are back! Surprisingly, despite the fact that we're still in lock down, there's a lot to cover this week. A certain company, we won't name names, but let's just call them "disobedient canine," accidentally had their upcoming game's plot details leaked onto the internet. We won't go into full spoilers on them, but on a side note, I really wish the golf courses were still open so that I could swing my clubs again. In other news, Ubisoft announced another Assassin's Creed game (shocker), Max talks about Overwatch League. (again, shocker), and after over 20 years in...
2020-05-051h 05GameBoizLoose Goose (Feat. Rory Blank)This week The Boiz are just kickin back with a classic bud. Rory Blank rejoins the pod to talk about a wide range of nonsense. Concerts in Fortnite, Joe Biden, Death Stranding, and a bunch more. Rory and The Boiz cover a lotta wild territory in this episode, and you're gonna wanna hear about it. Lux misses the old Sephiroth. Griffin finds the perfect artist to have a concert in Warzone. Rory explains Doom.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-04-291h 14GameBoizSly Cooper (Feat. Kara King)ANOTHER NORMAL EPISODE! The format is back! This week The Boiz talk thieving racoons and family secrets with comedian Kara King. They go deep on Sly Cooper. What made it different from other platformers of the time? Is the aesthetic good for kids? parents? The whole family? Tune in to learn all this and more. Lux talks toons. Griffin remembers some classics. Kara thinks about what makes Sly Cooper magic.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-04-2357 minGameBoizFinal Fantasy VII Remake (Feat. Jared Bauer)It's finally here! The remake of a game The Boiz talk about all the time anyway and guess what - they're talking about it today. They're joined by New Games Correspondent Jared Bauer to discuss the Final Fantasy VII remake. Is it fun to revisit Midgar? Is it different enough to be worth it? Does knowing roughly where the game ends take some of the fun out of it? How cool was that motorcycle fight? Find out the answers to all this and more by tuning in and checking it out. Lux talks about the changes. Griffin has a...
2020-04-1558 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XVII: RIP Overwatch League?The boiz have yet to get coronad! This week the boiz talk about the Overwatch League's lack of new viewership, the brand spanking new PS5 controller, and what games they've been diving into with all this free time on their hands. Also, Chris briefly brings up the new video he made, which quickly derails into a discussion about ROM hacks! (Thank God) All this and more on this episode of The GameBoiz show!
2020-04-141h 04GameBoizCorona ChatThe Boiz are still quarantined, but they're not stopping. This week's guest had technical difficulties so it's just Lux and Griffin talking about their quarantine gaming experiences. They talk about what they've been playing, what they're going to play, and also wrestling... wow what a chat. Lux bemoans his lack of skills. Griffin looks to the future.
Check out Griffin (and sometimes Lux) and twitch.tv/choomroom for more gameboiz content.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-04-0852 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XVI: Backlog WacklogWe're back again! Chris and Max risk life and limb to bring you the entertainment that you so desperately need! This time we discuss Doom, games that have been delayed, and the horrible depths that Chris has to sink to in order to finally finish his backlog of unopened games. Oh, there's also this thing called corona going around, but we thought Vin Diesel wasn't releasing another movie until next year. Weird.
2020-04-041h 02GameBoizAnimal Crossing New Horizons (Feat. Alison Lowenberg and Brittany Metz)We're quarantined. We're isolated. But in the age of Corona one thing has brought the people together like no other... Animal Crossing New Horizons. This week The Boiz took to Twitch to visit some islands. They check in with Alison Lowenberg and Brittany Metz to see how different people build their islands, what different approaches people take to the game, and how it has changed their lives while in quarantine. Lux has ideas. Griffin gets jealous. Brittany shows off some fits. Alison tells an embarrassing story.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2020-04-0149 minGameBoizTwitch! (Feat. Bennington Grant)The Age Of Social Isolation is underway. As Elite Gamers, The Boiz are obligated to use their skills at doing stuff while being alone to help the people of the world, but how? With Twitch it turns out! They are joined by Twitch expert and PR coach Bennington Grant to discuss how they could expand the platform, what makes a good Twitch stream, and what to do if you're not THAT GOOD at games. Lux thinks about pranks. Griffin imagines the future. Bennington is encouraging.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2020-03-2546 minGameBoizCoronaCast (Feat. Danny Zigal)WE ARE ON LOCKDOWN FOLKS! But a quarantine won't stop The Boiz from gaming, and it shouldn't stop ANYONE. That's why with the help of returning guest Danny Zigal they're here to GIVE YOU THE TIPS YOU NEED. Lux, Griffin, and Danny will share their quarantine tips, tricks, and experiences to help you survive this trying time. Lux tries to mix it up. Griffin goes hard. Danny has some weird ideas.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
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GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XV: Corona Time!On this remarkable episode of the GameBoiz Show, Max, Chris and Michael discuss how they go about playing their back catalog of games. Coronavirus is taking over and The Boiz discuss the ramifications and impact the virus is having on the gaming world. Max reveals a recent game he beat and the Boiz rave on about Gamefreak's recent short comings. Finally an empire is coming to an end. Chris, Max and Michael reflect and look back on The Empire: Game Stop.
2020-03-1258 minGameBoiz102. Final Fantasy VII Demo - (CROSSOVER EPISODE FEAT. JEREMY SCHMIDT!)This week The Boiz are NOT in studio! Instead, they take a trip for a crossover episode on Jeremy Schmidt's amazing Video Games: A Comedy Show. The gang gets together to talk about the DEMO FOR THE FINAL FANTASY REMAKE. Is it amazing?! Is it too short?! Does it look cool?! Does it get Jeremy, and The Boiz RIPPED, READY, AND REVVED UP? Only one way to find out. Listen as Lux remembers fan art, Griffin evaluates the game's release schedule, and Jeremy remains positive.
Thanks to Jeremy for editing and producing this one.
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2020-03-111h 16GameBoizThe Boiz Vs. Sonic The HedgehogAfter 100 episodes The Boiz begin a new season by watching a movie. This week they're joined by friend of the show Forrest Walker to talk about Sonic The Hedgehog. Is it good? Is it bad? Is it exactly fine? Is fine worse than bad? Tune in to find out! Lux bemoans the loss of ugly Sonic. Griffin wonders about the homeworld. Forrest wants it to be worse.
(Also you'll notice this came out on Wednesday! It's our new release day! Other cool stuff is happening so keep on checking in on the feed!)
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2020-03-0451 minGameBoizEPISODE 100 (Feat. Max Hawksford, Hailey Clement, Hunter Edwards, and Bennington Grant)It's been 100 amazing episodes, but it's not all smooth sailing! The Boiz wake up to find themselves deep in a void of darkness, and can only escape by revisiting the greatest games they've ever reviewed. They get help from past guests, friends, and memory crystals, but will it be enough?!? Only one way to find out.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-02-2153 minGameBoizCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2019 (Feat. Sam Brown)This week The Boiz get "historical" as returning guest Sam Brown brings the remade, remastered, and really messed up Call of Duty Modern Warfare to the studio. Together they get into questions about the campaign, the multiplayer, and what this game wants you to feel. Lux gets flustered. Griffin is amazed. Sam wants to push it even further.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-02-1559 minGameBoizMortal Kombat 11 LORE SPECIAL (Feat. Sam Weller)MOOOOOOORTAL KOMBAAAAAT!!! This week The Boiz are joined by sketch comedian Sam Weller to deep dive the inscrutable and confusing lore of Mortal Kombat 11. There's bug people, ninjas, robots, time travel, and a lot more. Do they understand it? Who knows? Tune in to find out. Lux recalls the timeline. Griffin brings up Kingdom Hearts. Sam tells us why it matters.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music By Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-02-071h 06GameBoizOuter Wilds (Feat. Michael Gabriel)This week The Boiz get wild about Outer Wilds with returning champion Michael Gabriel. Did this unique adventure game live up to its Game of the Year billing? How often did they die? What mysteries does outer space hold? The only way to find out is to tune in. Lux relays important information. Griffin has issues. Michael reveals what he had to look up.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-01-3157 minGameBoizJedi Fallen Order (Feat. Alex Vaughn)The Boiz had issues with The Rise Of Skywalker, but that won't stop them from returning to A Galaxy Far Far Away with comedian and actor Alex Vaughn as they investigate Jedi Fallen Order. Will Star Wars meets Dark Souls redeem this beloved franchise? Is that even what the game really is? Tune in and find out. Lux remembers some music. Griffin has Poncho Problems. Alex considers if the ending was worth it.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-01-2448 minGameBoiz2020 Predictions (Feat. Bennington Grant)Friend of the pod and official Fortnite correspondent Bennington Grant joins The Boiz to talk about THE FUTURE! That's right, everyone is looking back at the decade that was, but The Boiz are focused on THE YEAR TO COME. Everyone has 5 predictions to make ... who will be right? Who will be wrong? Who will win the prize? We'll find out ... in a year. Lux plays it safe. Griffin ponders political games. Bennington goes wild.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-01-1751 minGameBoizYang 2020 Path To Presidency (Feat. Bonnie He)The Boiz are getting political (on purpose) this week as they are joined by comedian and activist Bonnie He to learn about #YangGang and discuss the newest entry into the annals of political gaming Yang 2020 Path To Presidency. The Boiz learn all about what makes Yang so appealing, how people get involved, and how his campaign ended up with its own video game. Lux keeps talking about Bernie. Griffin admires the effort. Bonnie explains the campaign. (Also Lux edited this one so it's not quite as crisp as when Hailey is around, but she'll be back soon!)
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2020-01-101h 04GameBoizPortal 2 (Feat. Michael Resnick)We recorded this episode a while ago, but THE CORE IDEAS REMAIN RELEVANT TO THIS DAY! Join The Boiz as they go puzzle-solving and surface hopping, along with guest Michael Resnick, and dive into Portal 2. Lux gets hype on the challenge. Griffin considers the multiple modes. Michael talks teaching tools.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2020-01-0344 minGameBoizSTAR WARS! (ALSO CATS!)It's the holiday season and that means The Boiz are GOING TO THE MOVIES. This week they saw both Cats and the new Star Wars and well, THEY'VE GOT THOUGHTS. So sit down, strap in, and enjoy some opinions. (We'll be back to the classic format next week)
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2019-12-2759 minGameBoiz2019 GAME OF THE YEAR SPECTACULAR!! (Feat. Hunter Edwards)WOW! It's the end of the year, and you know what that means. It means The Boiz are rolling out the red carpet and sitting down with guest extraordinaire Hunter Edwards to pick their top 5 games of the year. What did they love? What did they kinda like? There's only one way to find out and that's by tuning in.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2019-12-211h 02GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XIV: Virtually RealityOn this episode Chris and Michael discuss Chris's epic win over Sony! PSVR, Vive Pro, Valve Index and a lot of VR related info, knowledge and reviews! Chris and Michael also go into what games they play when they travel for the holidays, and reminisce about the good ole Gameboy days. Finally the Boiz discuss and imagine Star Fox's future and their hopes for what the next iteration of the series will be for Nintendo.
2019-12-0648 minGameBoizMOBILE MADNESS!! (Feat. Caitlin Linden)This week The Boiz are talking phone games, and NOT JUST ONE. With comedian and mobile genius Caitlin Linden in studio, they are going in on both Pokemon Go and Mario Kart Tour. Are these games worth your time? Are the microtransactions too much? Is there any way to know for sure. Well we can answer the last one. Yes. Listen to the podcast. Lux keeps getting political. Griffin struggles with the controls. Caitlin bikes recklessly.
(This week Hailey wasn't around so Lux had to do the editing. He did his best but ... you'll notice the downgrade...
2019-12-061h 00GameBoizPokemon Sword and Shield (Feat. Matthew J. Therriault)The Boiz are leaving home to on their champions' journey this week, and they're getting some help from Matthew J. Therriault as they gather up their Pokemon and start collecting badges. These intrepid Boiz are wandering through the Wild Area to bring you the info on the newest release from The Pokemon Company: Pokemon Sword and Shield. Lux wonders about the best way to play. Griffin bemoans style choices. Matthew pines for voice acting.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2019-11-291h 00GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XIII: The Hiatus is OVER!Co-hosts and Co-founders Chris and Michael are back to discuss a plethora of gaming things. Death stranding and the disaster that is? Need For Speed Heat, the ins, the outs and the wheres! Finally they get into games they really are looking forward to including EA's Jedi Fallen Order, Half Life 1.5, and somehow also talked about Stadia.
2019-11-2347 minGameBoizDeath Stranding (Feat. Jared Bauer)The Boiz continued attempt to stay SOMEWHAT TIMELY rages on. This week they are joined by Mr. Wisecrack himself, Jared Bauer - to talk about the surreal, exquisite, and extremely Kojima Death Stranding. Is it a game? Is it cinema? Is it ART? Is it ... fun? All these questions and more will be alluded to if not answered on this week's episode. Lux talks about the beauty of falling over. Griffin wonders how much ghost is too much. Jared expounds on the merits of robot legs.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
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2019-11-221h 05GameBoizHabbo Hotel (Feat. Brittany Metz)Another member of Gameboiz extended family joins the podcast as artist, youtube user, and comedian Brittany Metz is in-studio to discuss early social networking game and, former 4chan raid target, Habbo Hotel. Join Brittany and the Boiz as they get into the culture, style and economics of this weird, weird world. Lux has questions. Griffin experiences glitches. Brittany shares some techniques.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2019-10-2544 minGameBoizGameboiz VS. THE JOKERThis week I (Lux) was traveling and then thought I was gonna spend a chunk of it in jail. I did NOT get arrested, but we hadn't scheduled an episode so in lieu of a game, The Boiz go DEEP on protesting and social action and also The Clown Movie that is sweeping the nation... THE JOKER. They hit on many details of the movie including the score, the politics, and the lolz. Lux tells his story. Griffin has TAKES.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
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2019-10-1841 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XII: Something to Talk AboutMichael is solo, yet again, this seems to be a theme here. After a month break of virtually no gaming news. We finally have something to talk about! Michael discusses WoW Classic, Pokemon Sword and Shield, Hideo Kojima and his upcoming and highly anticipated game: Death Stranding, and finally he talks about Twitch.TV... Again. All this on The GameBoiz Show!
2019-09-1931 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode XI: Whole OWL Nothin'Maxwell and Michael discuss how great Kotaku is at their job, writing, their articles. Really everything. The two also delve into the wonderful world of Activision Blizzard's critically acclaimed video game Overwatch and the highest of Esports/Professional gaming for Overwatch; The Overwatch League or OWL. Finally Max and Michael wrap up with a fun discussion of the interesting dynamic between Epic and their game Fortnite with Gearbox's Borderlands.
2019-08-2839 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode X: The Heat is ON!Michael is alone...again for this episode! But fret not! He is here to bring you all the insights you need on this...epicly slow game week. Michael talks about Need For Speed coming back (he called it!) and it's in MIAMI! Thanks EA and Need For Speed Heat (NFSH)! Michael also dives into the wonderful fun of Twitch controversies and the fight between Twitch and Mixer! Last but not least....umm....oh yeah! Nintendo! They're great! As always! YAY NINTENDO!
2019-08-1731 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode IX: The Boiz are Back in TownHello there ladies and gentlemen! By "ladies", I of course mean the escorts that I paid handsomely to tune into this podcast then whisper sweet nothings into my ear. And by "gentlemen", I of course mean the hordes of angry men that play video games just because they secretly wish to spit in old people's soup and kick puppies in the face. I think that's a quote from some news outlet somewhere. Oh well. ANYWAY, on today's episode of the show, Chris finally returns from his year long hiatus in Europe. It's not video game related at all, but...
2019-08-0850 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode VIII: Again on My OwnMichael is...All by himself! He don't wanna be...All by himself! Again, as he talks about Rockstar and their controversial decision to convert real money into chips on their GTA Online Casino. Nintendo and how they're handling their dreaded Joy Con "Drift" controversy on the Swith. Google Stadia and the insane let down that it is going to turn out to be. As well as Madden 20 and the GameBoiz upcoming review on it!
2019-07-2424 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode VII: SoloMichael is by himself as he discusses the New Nintendo Switch Lite! So many pretty colors. The death and end of the 3DS. Amazon's grand plan and take over of Lord of the Rings! MMO's delight! Netflix acquiring a Cuphead TV show and what the plan is for them. Finally EA's struggles and a plea for Need for Speed.
2019-07-1126 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode VIChris, Michael and Angelo discuss NBA 2K19's unskippable ads. Angelo has a genius way to get passed them. EA addressing the public with their dynamic difficulty concerns. The hot controversy between Cattuzzo and Razer! Where do Angelo and Chris lie in Razer's decision. People recently voted for their favorite Pokemon! The Boiz break it down and give you the insider Chris has all the feels about it! The Boiz wrap
2019-06-261h 15GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode VBroski, Chris and Michael discuss EA's immoral conducts from "Dynamic Difficulty" or "Scripting" to their stance on Loot Boxes or as they dub them: Surprise Mechanics. Sword and Shield's incredible graphics. Avenger's and their great character models. The Incredible Hulk and his shorts. Bungie and their plans for Destiny and the future of that game. A Japanese man as caught with Wario....ecstasy. That happened. Which Nintendo character would be a street drug. Broski turns into a ghost. And Ghost Broki and Chris duke it out on the new Legend of Zelda squeal and the company making a new...
2019-06-211h 04GameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode IV: Post E3 ThoughtsChris and Michael are joined by special guest Broski! The Boiz discuss the insanely lackluster Xbox press conference. Keanu Reeves (Keen Revis) in Cyber Punk 2077! How GameStop has finally been saved with Battle Toads! Halo has been showed again....that's about it really. Professional gamer Chad Johnson stops by to give his thoughts on the new Halo game and Master Chiefs return! The one and only Alex Jones comes by to protest...things. The Boiz discuss just how amazing Bethesda is and how they totally weren't boring or annoying and how everyone at the press conference was 1,000% into it...
2019-06-1247 minGameBoiz's PodcastGameBoiz Show Episode IIIChris and Michael get....Hyped? (Not Really) for E3! Is this Microsoft's year to right a wrong that's almost 7 years in the making? Will Xbox come announce a new console? EA play is over and done and the biggest facet of it was Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Chris and Michael break it down and give you their expert opinions! Far off into the future there will be the year 2077. But Projekt Red is gonna take you there anyway as Chris breaks down the highly anticipated game from the Witcher 3 creators, Cyberpunk 2077! Google has finally decided to enter the...
2019-06-0946 minGameBoizJaws Unleashed (Feat. Michael Goldenberg)Ba Dum. Ba Dum. Ba dum ba dum ba dum ba dum. It's shark week on the Gameboiz, but because it's in Miserable May it absolutely sucks. Our foray into the murky depths takes us face to face with Bruce The Shark's open world video game appearance, Jaws Unleashed. With the help of sketch comedian and roommate Michael Goldenberg they go deep on how exactly a game about being a giant shark can be so totally terrible. Lux gets aghast. Griffin reconsiders his score. Michael has a shockingly positive outlook.
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2019-05-1543 minGameBoizSneak King (Feat. Frankie Griffen)Welcome to MISERABLE MAY, a nightmarish experiment in which The Gameboiz seek out the worst games in the world. First up is Burger King's weird game/commercial/immersive horror story Sneak King - presented by hilarious comedian Frankie Griffen, so get ready to have it your way, whether you like it or not. Lux wonders about the narrative. Griffin recounts glitches. Frankie reveals how deep his connection to this game really goes.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2019-05-0157 minGameBoizRockett's New School (Feat. Laura Troehler)Once ... in 1997 ... they released a game ... MADE FOR GIRLS!?!? Who can imagine such a thing? Well, the minds behind Rockett's New School. The Gameboiz are joined by Laura Troehler to get into such questions as, what makes this a game for girls? Is it effective? Why is everyone so mean? Lux gets off topic, Griffin has audio issues, and Laura remembers middle school.
Edited and Produced by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2019-04-2448 minGameBoiz2018 Games Of The Year Spectacular (Feat. Hunter Edwards)It's been a long year 1 at the Gameboiz Podcast, but we've made it to the end, and you know what that means. It's time for our GAMES OF THE YEAR LIST. Hunter Edwards returns to Gameboiz HQ to make some top five lists for the year in gaming. Griffin fights through illness. Lux loves a sketch. Hunter shows his franchise loyalty.
Edited by Hailey Clement
Intro/Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
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2019-01-021h 10GameBoizSilent Hill (Feat. Hailey Clement)It's the holidays, and that means the whole Gameboiz family is together in the same room. Griffin is in Austin for the holidays, so he joins Lux and super producer Hailey Clement at the Gameboiz Lounge (Austin edition) to talk Hailey's pick for the episode: Silent Hill. Hailey talks childhood adventures. Lux recalls getting owned. Griffin regrets a purchase.
2018-12-2655 minGameBoizStar Craft: Brood War (Feat. Kyle Wyatt)There is no holding back the swarm this week as Kyle Wyatt pops into the Gameboiz Texas location to talk about the RTS that changed everything. Finally, it is Brood War time. Kyle talks about big cups. Griffin is finally happy about Kingdom Hearts 3. Lux remembers the cutscene that changed his life.
Edited by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2018-12-1259 minGameBoizGameboiz! Live! Speedrun!Well ... this certainly happened. The Gameboiz put on a live show at the PRESTIGIOUS Pack Theater. It went off the rails, but in a kinda good way. Check it out!
Edited by Hailey Clement
Intro and Outro music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2018-09-1224 minGameBoizStardew Valley (Feat. Brittany Metz)This wek the boiz welcome a friend of the pod and extended member of the Gameboiz family Brittany Metz to the show to talk about Stardew Valley. Together they dive into such topics as: toxic relationships, the annexation of Costa Rica, and g-g-g-ghosts!
Edited by Hailey Clement
Intro/Outro music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2018-08-2943 minGameBoizDream Phone (Feat. Kelsey Goldberg)On this historic episode of The Gameboiz, Lux and Griffin venture to a realm they've never explored before ... a boardgame! This week, the boiz are joined by comedian and activist Kelsey Goldberg to talk about the 90s hit Dream Phone. They discuss big phones, parents, and youthful pride.
2018-08-0148 minGameBoizSuperman: The New Superman Adventures (Feat. Wilson Smith)Finally back in the saddle after the live show, Lux and Griffin shake of the rust with wise Wilson Smith. They talk about how Superman taught Wilson to hate capitalism, why Nicolas Cage is the best, why Michael Bay might not be so bad, and the end of some beloved segments. All that and more on this week's edition of The Gameboiz Podcast.
Edited by Hailey Clement
Intro/Outro Music by Matthew Morden
Art by Brittany Metz
2018-06-1353 minGameBoizEverything (Feat. Erik Duemig and Mason Pitluk) LIVE!For the first time in the history of Earth, the gameboiz did a live podcast. If you missed it, don't worry. It's all recorded and ready for your ears. Join Lux, Griffin, and special guest host Mason Pitluk as they talk about ancient texts, games with siblings, and what it means to be a squire.
2018-06-0647 minGameBoizDADCAST! (Feat. Rabbi Jack Luxemburg)This week we have a very special, and formally different, episode! Lux's dad, the RENOWNED Rabbi Jack Luxemburg, joined the Gameboiz for a quick interview during his trip to Austin. Now you get to hear all about Lux as a kid, how Jack taught the boys to read, and why the Talmud matters when we think about video games. Wild, right? Well, check it out!
2018-05-3033 minGameBoizGod of War (Feat. Jared Bauer)It's time the Gameboiz talked about a recent game, SO THEY DO! This week they get into God of War with none other than Lux's boss and Griffin's former acquaintance (now friend!) Jared Bauer! They discuss why Jared moved to LA, the beauty of sauce synthesis, and ludology (a real word!). Check out this episode, and if you're in Austin check out The Gameboiz live at Guanyin Teahouse May 25th!!
2018-05-231h 02GameBoizX-Com: Enemy Unknown (Feat. Phil Binder)This week Griff and Lux are joined by friend, comedian, and excellent guest, Phillip Binder. Despite technical difficulties, they're able to touch on such riveting topics as putting people you know into the game, creating the narrative in your head, and a game designer who just wants to make his (metaphorical) daddy proud. All that and more (including segments!) on this week's Gameboiz.
2018-05-091h 06GameBoizGrand Theft Auto V (Feat. Maxwell Barnes)Three people in three locations on ONE EPISODE OF THE GAMEBOIZ! This week, Lux and Griffin are joined by visual artist and good buddy Maxwell Barnes (aka Babaji). They talk about art, easter eggs, and how video games can be pretty inspirational. Mostly, though it's about a game changer of a game: GTA V.
2018-04-1855 minGameBoizThe Logical Journey of the Zoombinis (feat. Niv Brook)This week on the Gameboiz Podcast, the titular boiz get down and dirty with sketch comedian Niv Brook and go deep on The Logical Journey of the Zoombinis.
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