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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGaming With Babes ft. PandaFoxThis episode is once again chock full of exciting gaming news and our old friend PandaFox joins in as Player 2 to help discuss all the latest happenings in the last two weeks! We got information on Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft, Dragon Age, Call of Duty, The Witcher, and a ton more so be sure to listen in and share this with your gamer friends!
Amanda Talks Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1IYiFuiJZ4qbaggkftv7MZ?si=98838c0b7bd04db9
Be sure to catch MC Paperstacks on Call It this...2022-11-051h 07
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Backlog - Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon (Part 2, Final)Today we're wrapping up the second game in the backlog, Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon! Slowly but surely we will finish all backlog games! Of course, MC Paperstacks discusses his other played games in the past couple of weeks including his fitness journey with Ring Fit. Stay to the end to find out the next backlog game and be sure to join the discord so you can join in and play along with us!
Games Discussed: Cult of the Lamb, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox, Ring Fit Adventure, Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon
2022-10-1440 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Backlog - Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon (Part 1)Welcome to the second backlog game, Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon! In this episode we discuss the first half of this classic N64 title, as well as additional planned segments for the show, and what other games MC Paperstacks is currently getting into. Hope you enjoy!
Games Discussed: Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon, Kirby's Dream Buffet, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Rayman Legends
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Check us out on all the socials: https://linktr.ee/player2hasenteredthepod2022-09-3023 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGaming News: Power to the People! ft. Big Nkrumah (Gamer Friends)It's the start of a new chapter for the show! Moving forward we will do a bi-weekly news show with a different "Player 2" hosting with MC Paperstacks each episode. On the off week, we will continue with The Backlog and talk games we're playing!
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Check us out on all the socials: https://linktr.ee/player2hasenteredthepod
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Tencent, Sony...2022-09-101h 08
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastKirby and the Forgotten Land Review ft. Lil' PaperstacksTo get you through the middle of the week, please enjoy a special bonus episode where my 6-year-old discusses his love for his current favorite video game: Kirby and the Forgotten Land! There are some light story spoilers in the middle (concerning some very detailed end boss descriptions) so please proceed with caution. Hope you enjoy!
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Check us out on all the socials: https://linktr.ee/player2hasenteredthepod2022-09-0714 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMarried to a Gamer ft. Mrs. Paperstacks (Christen)In this episode, I decided to interview my wife and get her perspective on what it's like to be a non-gamer married to a gamer. We discuss what she's learned about gaming, the likes, the dislikes, and advice for those interested in dating a gamer. Hope you enjoy!
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Check us out on all the socials: https://linktr.ee/player2hasenteredthepod2022-08-2631 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastPlayer 2 Has Left The GameWith a heavy heart, we release the last episode of our Player 2 weekly format. We will produce more shows in some capacity moving forward though so not all is lost! Please look forward to more spoilercasts, movie/show reviews, and focused/topical episodes in the future!
For our last episode, MC Paperstacks takes us on the usual tour of the week in review. We have thoughts on Legend of Dragoon rumors, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, updates on the Family Plan version of Xbox Game Pass, and more! Check it!
F...2022-08-1221 min
Beats, Rhymes & BodyslamsAn Interview with PaperstacksAs part of our interview series, Philly Anderson sits down with Milwaukee rapper, Paperstacks to discuss his life, his music and everything in between.#SweetPickPaperstacks - “Prepared”Be sure to follow Paperstacks on social media at:Facebook: Paperstacks_Twitter: @PaperStacks_1Instagram: bigdog_stacksSubscribe to the podcast:SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/3qJeCaOAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/33IWkgFiHEARTRADIO: https://ihr.fm/3IYQS9fSPREAKER: https://bit.ly/3tGowvJFollow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: @brbspodcastJoin...2022-05-161h 45
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSpecial Limited Print Run Reserve Indie Boxes ft. AythadisOur friend Aythadis joins us this week to discuss our favorite special editions of videogames, rumors on a new Bioshock movie, the retro FPS scene, Nintendo's closure of WiiU/3DS eShops, co-op games to play with your partners, and a ton more! Check it out and share with your friends who love games!
Games Discussed: Darksiders Series, Payday 2, PowerSlave Exhumed, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Cyberpunk 2077 (PS5/XSX), Bioshock, Resident Evil Revelations 2, Stardew Valley, Gears of War, Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime, Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance, The Stanley Parable
Aythadis:2022-02-201h 22
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Dark Bros of Smash SoulsWe had an excellent Nintendo Direct this week, the season finale of Boba Fett, tried some newly released games, and we found some funny YouTube channels! A very productive week in gaming and nerd stuff! Join as we chat about it all and share the episode around to your gamer and nerdy friends who enjoy talking about the things they love!
Games Discussed: Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Sifu, Triangle Strategy, Xenoblade Series, Fire Emblem Warriors, Kirby & The Forgotten Land, Mario Strikers, Batman Arkham Trilogy
Registration opens February 15 at 5 pm P...2022-02-131h 03
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastBackshot BonusThis week MC Paperstacks discusses meeting one of his heroes and the lessons he learned, the guys discuss their current thoughts on Boba Fett and the direction of the Star Wars Disney+ universe being set up, a ton of more info on Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the Ghostwire: Tokyo showcase, Sony buying Bungie, and lots more! Check it out!
Games Discussed: Asura's Wrath, Mario Party Superstars, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Ghostwire: Tokyo, Alan Wake, Shenmue, Grand Theft Auto 5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc...2022-02-061h 02
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastCatch Me, Senpai!Fullmetal Murk returns this week and the guys discuss his biggest pickup yet! We also chat about recent shows we watched (Peacemaker and Boba Fett) and MC Paperstacks gives a rundown of how he and his son enjoyed playing with the Luigi's Mansion Lego Sets! Not a huge week for news but we found some tidbits you'll probably want to know about and we get hands-on with Pokémon Legends: Arceus! Check it out!
Games Discussed: Windjammers 2, Asura's Wrath, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Moving Out, Death's Door, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Final Fantasy VIII, Fin...2022-01-301h 03
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastA Jackbox Wedding Reception! ft. AudioNerd64 (Gamer Friends)Another special guest host joins us this week while Fullmetal Murk is out! AudioNerd64 joins MC Paperstacks to discuss the latest Game Pass games we are getting into, the Pokémon Legends Arceus leak, Nintendo Direct Rumors, Microsoft's massive acquisition deal with ActivisionBlizzard and more! Great energy on this one! We hope you enjoy, be sure to share with your gamer friends!
Games Discussed: Saint's Row 2, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, The Anacrusis, Pupperazzi, Death's Door, Mass Effect Legendary Edition
Gamer Friends Podcast: https://www.gamerfriendspodcast.com/
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMr. PoundmatesWe're reunited and it feels so good! Join us this week for our thoughts on some great shows and movies, the games we've been getting into, and a ton of exciting news related to Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox! We also field a fun listener question about our create-a-character preferences!
Games Discussed: Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Final Fantasy XIII, Embr, Genesis Noir, Narita Boy, Kill It With Fire, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Mario Kart 8, Kirby and the Forgotten Land
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. p...2022-01-161h 06
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastNo Screen Watching! ft. RetroSega81Fullmetal Murk is out this week and we have a special guest co-host all the way from Scotland, Dillion aka RetroSega81! We discuss the meteoric rise of his gaming TikTok channel, some recent tv we've been watching like Boba Fett and Cobra Kai, cool rumors on what's coming to Xbox, Square Enix's embarrassing letter, the PSVR2, and a ton more! Come join us and visit Dillion on TikTok to give him some love!
Games Discussed: Gunstar Heroes, Ecco the Dolphin, Dragon's Lair, Call of Duty: Vanguard, The Warriors, Bully, Persona 5 Strikers, Pokémon Brilliant D...2022-01-091h 17
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Year of the MultiverseIt's been a week ya'll! We have a new addition to the Player 2 family to celebrate, we talk about the most recent additions to the Matrix and the Witcher stories, and we go over our top and bottom games of 2021! Let us know what your favorite games were and what you're looking forward to in 2022!
Games Discussed: Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Dragon Quest Builders 2, Golf Story, Shin Megami Tensei V, Metroid Dread, Resident Evil Village, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Persona 5 Strikers, It Takes Two, Tales of Arise, Marvel's Guardians of t...2022-01-021h 09
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastWe Want The Gunk!Happy Holidays from the Player 2 crew! This episode is a little shorter than usual and for the first time in our show's history, it is edit-free (to give MC Paperstacks a free day to hang with the fam for Christmas). This week we're talking shows like The Witcher Season 2, Hawkeye, and Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. We both had a chance to see Spider-Man: No Way Home and discuss plans for a spoilercast. We also played and completed some amazing new games this week so be sure to hang with us and enjoy!
Games Discussed: My...2021-12-2748 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMarvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Spoilercast ft. NerDy_the_Sensei and Big NkrumahWe have a very special treat for you guys this holiday week! Please enjoy a bonus spoilercast episode where we cover the recent surprise hit, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy (the game)! Square Enix and Eidos-Montréal really hit it out of the park with this game and we were lucky enough to have two gamer friends along to help us explain everything we loved about the game and some things we didn't. Join us and let us know what you thought!
NerDy_the_Sensei:
https://www.instagram.com/stolen_satori/
2021-12-221h 08
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMy Lisa Frank PS5 ft. Vault 74 Overseer AlexanderThis week we have the curator of Europe's only Fallout-themed museum with us to talk about his love for the Fallout series, the amazing pieces he has on exhibit, and where you can see more! We also share our red ring of death stories in honor of Xbox's new docuseries, our Switch year in review stats, our impressions on Nintendo's Indie World presentation, and a fun listener question about failed consoles that should get a mini/classic version! Come hang out with us and share us around with gamer friends here and around the world!
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGotta Go Fast With The Rundown!Fun episode this week! We get to rap about Geoff Keighley's "The Game Commercials" and there were some awards there too, Mike has a story of intrigue and murder while playing Among Us, we both watched good and bad tv shows, and Cowboy Bebop got canceled! Phew! It's been a week and it was a thing! Sit back and let us tell you all about it and if you dig it, share around with your friends!
Games Discussed: Among Us, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Lawn Mowing Sim...2021-12-121h 21
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSome Fire Titles ft. The Retro RunnerThis week we have the current speedrun world record holder for Ninja Gaiden on the show! Ian aka The Retro Runner stops by to chat with us about his recent success, how he got into speedrunning, and the supportive community built around it! We also chat about some videogame/anime shows, some recent obscure games that may have gone under your radar, PlayStation's version of Game Pass, and a ton more! Check us out and share us around to your gamer friends!
Games Discussed: - Enter The Gungeon, Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder...2021-12-051h 23
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastBonuscast: Skyrim Yelp ReviewsHappy Thanksgiving Everyone! The guys are on vacation next week so in lieu of a full episode, we hail to you from beautiful Skyrim! MC Paperstacks and Fullmetal Murk decide to turn to Yelp to find the best Inns and Taverns in all the Nine Holds. We read reviews from every inn we can find and some sound great while others sound....interesting... Hope you enjoy and we'll see you next week for a full episode of Player 2!
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
2021-11-2823 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastFire Bobby KotickThere was a surprising amount of comic book movie stuff to talk about this week! Derrick had a great week with pickups, we discuss new Netflix shows like Cowboy Bebop and Arcane, Xbox's 20th Anniversary was this week and they had some great surprises in store for us, ActiBlizz CEO Bobby Kotick continues to compete for "World's Worst Human Being", and Rockstar is....sorry? Check out all the videogame news and fun asides this week and share us around to your gamer friends!
Games Discussed: Shin Megami Tensei V, Haven, Tales of Arise, Pokém...2021-11-211h 18
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastA Never-ending Stream of Joy ft. Gamer Parent's Strategy GuideWhat a show this week! We got the founder of the Gamer Parent's Strategy Guide, Jed Shaffer, on the show with us to talk about his column/podcast and the advice we all seek as parents of gamers and gamer parents. Mike got his first taste of intentional thrifting this week, there are rumors on abandoned popular franchises getting games, and we talk some first-hand impressions on the big games released this week like Forza Horizon 5 and GTA's Definitive Editions! Check it out and share with a friend!
Games Discussed: Control, Hades, Saint's Row...2021-11-141h 28
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastButterface Spider-ManWe got shiny Pokemon, weird vampire movies, and fun rumors to talk about this week! Plus tons of games we've played and great news for Game Pass users and Playstation fans alike! Check us out and share us around with your friends who love podcasts, videogames, nerd stuff, and good vibes!
Games Discussed: Rain On Your Parade, New Super Lucky's Tale, Ryse: Son of Rome, Gunstar Heroes, M.U.S.H.A., Sin and Punishment, Star Fox 64, The Pathless, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Tales of Arise, Back 4 Blood, T...2021-11-0756 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastAnime Nonsense ft. PopAnimeComicsThis week we interview Andrew Davis, founder of PopAnimeComics, and bring him along as we discuss the games we've played this week, Sony's most recent State of Play, rumors on upcoming games, the ongoing drama with Nintendo Switch Online's N64 emulation, and a ton more!
Games Discussed: - Sonic Adventure 2, Shantae and The Pirate's Curse, Cyberpunk 2077, Lost Judgment, What Remains of Edith Finch, Zuma's Revenge!, The Pathless, Gears 5, Tetris Effect: Connected, The Medium, Cluster Truck, Into the Pit, Minecraft, Dragon Quest Builders 2, Splatterhouse, Knights of the Round, Back 4 Blood, Tales of Arise
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastWHAT PLANET IS THIS?!Fullmetal Murk finally got his own next-gen Xbox and between the two hosts, there are a ton of games to talk about this week! We also discuss the new trailers for Cowboy Bebop, Uncharted, and Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Remastered. Games are getting pushed back, announced, updated, and upgraded and we are here to cover it all! Join in on the fun with this week's listener question and share us around with your friends who enjoy pop culture and gaming!
Games Discussed: - Dragon Ball FighterZ, 12 Minutes, Battletoads, Boyfriend Dungeon, Haven, Heavy Weapon, Killer...2021-10-241h 06
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Spooky Season ft. DaniellesgamesThis week we had a very special guest from TikTok: Daniellesgames! She joins us to chat about our mutual love for Squid Game, her massive videogame collection, the Animal Crossing Direct, and a ton more!
Games Discussed: Red Dead Redemption 2, Crash Bash, McDonaldland/M.C. Kids, It Takes Two, Tekken 7, Lost Judgment, Metroid Dread, Hades, The Evil Within, Kong: The 8th Wonder of the World, Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut, Back 4 Blood
Our Guest: tiktok.com/@daniellesgames
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email...2021-10-171h 21
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMemories of MordorThis week we're catching up on pop culture stuff like What If?, Dave Chappelle's nonsense, Midnight Mass, and Korean movie recommendations. Derrick gets some hands-on time with the new Switch OLED and Metroid Dread and we also rap about Smash Ultimate's final new character reveal!
Games Discussed: Lost Judgment, Thumper, Tekken 7, Dragonball Z: Budokai 2, Metroid Dread, Pokémon Radical Red, The Ascent, SCARLET NEXUS, Unsighted
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Check us out on all the socials!2021-10-101h 03
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Full Armor of GodThis week we rap about the most interesting episode of "What If?" yet, Sony's recent dev acquisitions, Switch Pro rumors that just won't die, interesting games on Game Pass, an update on Netflix's foray into gaming, and so much more!
Games Discussed: Lost Judgment, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, The Ascent, The Evil Within, Pokémon Radical Red, Planet Alpha, Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut, Dragon's Crown Pro
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Check us out o...2021-10-031h 25
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastLeisure Suit KratosWe have a fun one for you this week! The guys have a great time talking about some recent scary movies, we get into side tangents galore, Star Wars Visions, more What If?, Derrick finished Tales of Arise, and Mike goes on a From Software rant. They also discuss the most recent Nintendo Direct, the games they've played throughout the week, and a cool listener question regarding mini-games worthy of getting stand-alone versions!
Games Discussed: Tales of Arise, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, Fire Emblem Warriors, Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise...2021-09-261h 37
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastWhat If, Mayne?The guys watched more "What If?" and Full Metal Murk had an interesting casting suggestion. They also talk about Malignant, ActiBlizz, Gamecube's 20th Anniversary, Tales of Arise, and have a fun conversation on videogame movies they love that everyone else hates!
Games Discussed: Tales of Arise, The Bouncer, Fight Crab, What Remains of Edith Finch, Fire Emblem Warriors, Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of The Earth
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Check us out on all the...2021-09-191h 02
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastShiny Green BootyThe Playstation Showcase was this week and what a showcase it was! The guys discuss all the announcements that have them hype for upcoming games, another canceled Kickstarter project, the new Matrix trailer, some game publisher drama on Twitter, Wata being shady, and a lot more!
Games Discussed: Legend of Legaia, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, Tales of Arise, Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut, The Ascent, Fortnite, Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of The Earth, Fire Emblem Warriors, Blue Dragon
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at...2021-09-121h 24
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastPokédonks: Gotta Slap 'Em All!The guys got together this week to play Pokémon Snap with the kids but it didn't go exactly as planned... They also discuss episodes 3 and 4 of Marvel's What If?, the new animated Witcher movie, some upcoming gaming news events like Tokyo Game Show and Playstation Showcase, Twitch hate raids, China banning gaming, interesting Nintendo rumors, and a ton more!
Games Discussed: New Pokémon Snap, Legend of Legaia, Way of the Samurai 3, The Ascent, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Psychonauts 2, River City Ransom
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please em...2021-09-0556 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastShibuya Sword Call ft. Why You Should PlayWe have a very special guest this week! Josh from 'Why You Should Play' joins us to discuss Gamescom and a controversial new addition to Fortnite. We also discuss the games we played this week, his channel, sweet sword collecting, the new Spider-man trailer, and much more!
Games Discussed: Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut, Baldo, Hoa, Neo: The World Ends With You, Myst, Legend of Legaia, DOUBLE DRAGON & Kunio-kun Retro Brawler Bundle, The Ascent, Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of The Earth, 12 Minutes
Our Guest: https://www.tiktok.com...2021-08-291h 10
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastI Want To Be The Very Best!Mike gets fed up and decides to determine, once and for all, how many games are backward compatible for the Xbox Series X/S while Derrick stresses about an upcoming outdoor vendor event. They both excitedly recount the Star Wars: Visions and Eternals trailers that dropped this week and discuss exciting news on new games that dropped, remasters, a hot new emulator, and the Pokémon Presents that happened this week!
Games Discussed: Yakuza 5, Legend of Legaia, Viewtiful Joe 2, Back 4 Blood Beta, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, Hellmut: The Badass From Hell, Hades, Boyfriend Dungeon, ObsCure2021-08-221h 06
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastBetter Than Mama!We're rapping about the first episode of "What If?" this week and Indie showcases for both Xbox and Nintendo Switch! We even got some fun listener questions and feedback and as always we're talking games we played this week and some cool things on streaming you can watch right now!
Games Discussed: The Sly Collection, Judgment, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Samurai Warriors: Spirit of Sanada, Cooking Mama: Cookstar, Boyfriend Dungeon, Ghosthunter
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastIt's The Dragonborn In MeWe check out some comic book movies this week both old and new, we also respond to a recent Gamer Friends episode and extensively go over load time differences for Playstation vs Xbox. We're super excited to share details on our new TikTok page and how well it's going and we cover a very interesting listener question regarding Kazuya vs The Phantom Thieves!
Games Discussed: Judgment, New Pokémon Snap, A Plague Tale: Innocence, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Octopath Traveler, The Death and Return of Superman, Lonely Mountains: Downhill, Yoku's Island Express, M...2021-08-081h 13
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastPretending I'm A SupermanThe guys bond over the shared challenge of the Yakuza mid-game lull and Mike learns he has a close friend who is also a huge fan of Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Not a big news week but they discuss the new Stray Trailer, PS5's upgrade to allow external storage, Horizon Forbidden West's new release date, and how workers at Ubisoft are showing solidarity with those at Blizzard. They also cover an interesting listener question on different reward systems that could be implemented for getting trophies and/or achievements!
Games Discussed: New Pokémon S...2021-08-011h 03
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastLoki Spoilercast ft. Call It Like I Don't See ItWe present a very special episode of Player 2 Has Entered the Podcast! We have enlisted the assistance of a Player 3 and 4 in the form of our friends AD and GP from Call It Like I Don't See It Podcast so we can all gush over how much we enjoyed Loki! We first discuss the cast and then do a deep dive of each individual episode of the first season in order! Heavy spoilers in this one so go watch the show and then come back and hang with us while we cover the good, the bad, and the variants!2021-07-291h 03
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastShilling For Taco BellThis week Mike is on a horror movies kick and Derrick binged the new He-Man show. They both get way too excited for some PS3 pickups and discuss the EA Presentation, Final Fantasy X's 20th Anniversary, some awesome stuff coming out in August, and a ton more!
Games Discussed: Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna the Golden Country, Judgment, Battletoads, Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing In Disguise, Octopath Traveler, The Medium, Resident Evil Village
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://www.ebay.com/str/gamergoodiesandmore
Mike's...2021-07-2557 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastOther People's PilgrimagesA Final Fantasy anime lost to time, rare DS game pickups, the Loki Season Finale, more on the Xbox Series X, and the drama of trying to preorder anything gaming-related in 2021! The guys discuss all that and news on the new Steam Deck, a Smash clone, a new Monster Hunter show, and a ton more! It was an interesting week in gaming for sure!
Games Discussed: Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna The Golden Country, SCARLET NEXUS, Judgment, Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks, Knockout City, Apex Legends, The Wonderful 101: Remastered, Resident Evil Village
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please...2021-07-181h 24
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastInfinite DorknessThis week Mike gushes about his new Series X, the guys discuss some new and old games they got to try, and we discuss Sony's State of Play, the Switch (OLED model), and the new Resident Evil show that dropped on Netflix this week. Enjoy!
Games Discussed: SCARLET NEXUS, Battletoads, Sunset Overdrive, Carrion, Subnautica, Tetris Effect, Forza Horizon 4, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, Urban Reign, UnMetal Demo, Michigan: Report from Hell, Judgment, Resident Evil Village
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://www.ebay...2021-07-111h 35
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastAbandon the Blue Box!Dreams are coming true this week as it seems all our friends are finally getting their hands on these elusive next-gen consoles! The guys discuss some recent game release rumors that came true, beef between Playstation and Indie Devs, the Abandoned/Blue Box Games conspiracy, and a tone more!
Games Discussed: -Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna The Golden Country, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity DLC, Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood, Judgment, Resident Evil Village
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://www.ebay.com/str/gamergoodiesandmore
2021-07-041h 21
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastDon't Waste Our Time, Game!The guys discuss some awesome new shows on the horizon, rumors about a follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima, the 25th anniversary of Nintendo 64, and more! They also tackle a very interesting listener question on remakes and remasters and discuss some good and bad games they played for the first time this week!
Games discussed: Dusk Diver, The Caligula Effect: Overdose, KILL la KILL - IF, God of War (PS5 Upgrade), Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna The Golden Country, Resident Evil Village, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (Pulse of the Ancients DLC), Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance, Neo: The World Ends...2021-06-271h 22
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastYear 2, We're Old Pros Now!It's our 1 year podcast anniversary!!! Thanks so much for all the support you've shown us this year. We're keen to make this next year even better! This week we announce some new additions to the show including art, merch, and a Patreon! We also play a game where Derrick has to guess the context for the names of some of our older episodes. On the news side, we cover the remainder of E3 and Pokémon Unite!
Games discussed: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin, Final Fight: Streetwise, Ju...2021-06-201h 13
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastWhere is Jill?! ft. VeeGeeAWe have a very special guest this week, veteran speedrunner: Vega also known as VeeGeeA! The guys sit down to talk speedrunning with Vega and learn his origins, methods, and who he likes to work with. They also discussed several games they played this week including more than a few that just came out for PS5! On the news side, they discuss E3 showcases for Digital Devolver, Ubisoft, and Gearbox. We also look at some crazy trailers that dropped, video game-related shows from Netflix, and the Summer Games Event. Check us out and share with your friends who love...2021-06-141h 50
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastNobody Finishes Star OceanThe guys both had eventful weeks and talk about taking care of their kids, struggles with exercise and "spicy" gummies, and pickups and streaming! They also played a lot of games this week again and have made great achievements in getting through some tougher challenges! In gaming news they discuss God of War's delay, people getting antsy about the Switch Pro, more leaks on release dates for anticipated games, sales and demos that dropped, the upcoming schedule for E3, and a ton more!
Games Discussed: Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Sackboy: A Big Adventure, Maquette, Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown...2021-06-061h 11
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGhosty BloomsWe played soooo many games this week! Derrick has a very special announcement as he scored a W we've all been trying to achieve since late last year. We also have news on upcoming Dragon Quest projects, some Final Fantasy rumors, the Horizon Forbidden West State of Play, and hints at some of the big announcements we can expect next month during E3!
Games Discussed: Astro's Playroom, Godfall, Thumper, The Witness, Rez Infinite, Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory, Diablo III, Final Fight: Streetwise, Demon Chaos, Retro Game Challenge, Returnal, Resident Evil Village, It Takes Two, Marvel's Spider-Man...2021-05-301h 15
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSo Many Devil Games! ft. Big Nkrumah (Gamer Friends Podcast)This week we have a guest from one of our favorite gaming podcasts, Gamer Friends! Big Nkrumah joins us to discuss the latest in gaming news this week including IGN's struggle with doing the right thing, Division leaks, rumors for Nintendo and Playstation, some amiibo drama, and a ton more!
Games Discussed: Destiny 2: Season of the Splicer, Apex Legends, Software Inc., Panzer Dragoon: Remake, Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory, Final Fantasy X, Persona Series, Diablo III, Final Fight: Streetwise, Little Nightmares: The Residence, Returnal, Disco Elysium, Hades, The Division 2
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please...2021-05-231h 37
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastWe Got Afro SapphireThis week we're talking some new games, old games, new old games, and old new games! Join us for discussion on more videogame industry rumors, our thoughts on Castlevania season 4, speculation on what's next for Nintendo, and a ton more!
Games discussed: Pokémon Diamond, Final Fantasy X, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Resident Evil Village, Little Nightmares "The Hideaway", Returnal, Baldur's Gate Dark Alliance, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Sunset Overdrive, Zombies Ate My Neighbors
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://www.ebay.com/str/gamergoodiesandmore2021-05-161h 15
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSorceress Madea's Family ReunionThis week the guys go on a few rants about Final Fantasy, Marvel Ultimate Alliance, and Baldur's Gate Dark Alliance. They also discuss rumors on Games Pass and Sunset Overdrive, impressions on some new shows, videogame industry bs, PS5/Series X performance comparisons, the newest Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade trailer, and more!
Games Discussed: Pokémon Diamond, Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy VIII, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Little Nightmares: The Depths, Returnal, Marvel Ultimate Alliance, Baldur's Gate Dark Alliance, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Sunset Overdrive
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at m...2021-05-091h 21
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastFarewell, Old FriendThis week we say a fond farewell to an old friend, discuss a trilogy of pickup stories from Derrick's thrifting adventures, catch up on the season finale of Invincible, rap about several bits of gaming news like 300k Gold Plated Wiis, PS5 Shoes, Smash Ultimate Rumors, Sony's State of Play, and a lot more!
Games discussed: Persona 5 Strikers, Pokémon Diamond, Grand Theft Auto V, Final Fantasy X, Bower's Fury, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Tokyo Jungle, Miitopia, The Simpsons Game, Little Nightmares
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
D...2021-05-021h 24
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Week of FinalesIt's the end of an era as the guys discuss multiple show endings from The Falcon and The Winter Soldier to the Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge! We also rap about some Playstation news, release date announcement hype, and our thoughts on the new Mortal Kombat movie!
Games discussed: Persona 5 Strikers, Pokémon Diamond, Chicken Range, Grand Theft Auto V, "Tales of" Series
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 24-25 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 63-64
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://w...2021-04-251h 42
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastAnime Gosh Darn It!Things start kind of heavy as the guys recount recent mass/police shootings in the US and how the feeling of helplessness draws parallels to the Falcon and the Winter Soldier leading to an interesting criticism of the show among those on the left. After that, they discuss lighter topics like Derrick's pickups, the PS3 CMOS issue, and the recent Indie Showcase for Nintendo Switch.
Games Discussed: Persona 5 Strikers, Pokémon Diamond, Shadow Hearts, Little Nightmares, Life is Strange 2, Aerial_Knight’s Never Yield, Pac-Man 99, Oddworld: Soulstorm, King of Dragons
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Ber...2021-04-181h 46
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThat's My Zemo!This week the guys catch up on discussing the last two episodes of Falcon and the Winter Soldier and mourn over the loss of a hip hop icon gone too soon. They also discuss some more news from Sony, Final Fantasy VII, E3, Streets of Rage, The Last of Us, and more.
Games discussed: Persona 5 Strikers, Resident Evil 4, Pokémon Diamond, Shadow Hearts, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition, Little Nightmares, Twerk Hero
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 22 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 60
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.c...2021-04-111h 19
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSimpin' for Wire Bugs! ft. LaDiiMomoChanThe guys are joined by a very special guest this week! Twitch streamer and media manager LaDiiMomoChan joins us for what turned out to be our biggest episode yet! We spoke at length about tons of gaming topics and news like PSN store closures, the death of Mario, Godzilla vs Kong, Yasuke, Monster Hunter Rise, and more!
Games discussed: Monster Hunter Rise, Persona 5 Strikers, Resident Evil 4, Outriders, Pokémon Diamond, Shadow Hearts, Super Mario 3D World, Final Fantasy X, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition, Little Nightmares 2, X-Men Arcade (1992), X-Men: Children of the Atom
Reddit's PSN List: h...2021-04-042h 10
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSome Great Value King BradleysThis week the guys were surrounded by comic book-inspired media! We had the Suicide Squad trailer drop, a new Falcon and Winter Soldier episode, Mike played yet another Spider-Man beat 'em up, the guys continue to fall in love with Harley Quinn, and a new show on Amazon called Invincible shows up and makes a huge impression! It was a slow news week but what we got was very interesting and the guys discuss plans for a Ghost of Tsushima movie, news on Playstation's back catalog, and more!
Games discussed: Persona 5 Strikers, Venom/Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety, Resident...2021-03-281h 16
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThis Game's Got Human On Human Action!The guys hit some heavy topics this week before getting to the lighter stuff. We discuss the shooting in Atlanta, cancel culture, overpaid CEOs and layoffs, EA-Gate, etc. It's not all doom and gloom though as some good stuff happened too so please stick around for our talk on Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Zack Snyder's Justice League, and Square Enix's Spring 2021 Presentation among other things.
Games Discussed: Persona 5 Strikers, Spider-Man and Venom: Maximum Carnage, Resident Evil 4, Outriders, Dying Light: Enhanced Edition, Remnant: From the Ashes, Pokémon Diamond
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk E...2021-03-211h 32
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastNew York's Hottest RPG Has Everything! ft. Kitty SapphireThis week we had a very special guest join us for discussion on Resident Evil, Pokémon, Disgaea, our #FirstRPG stories, Bethesda X Microsoft, and a ton more! Thanks to Kitty Sapphire for her awesome energy and perspective. Check out her YouTube and original art! (links below)
Games Discussed: Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII, Phantasy Star II, Persona 5 Strikers, Splatterhouse 3, Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil 3 Remake, Remnant: From the Ashes, Pokémon Diamond, Disgaea
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://www.ebay.com/str/ga...2021-03-141h 05
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastFill My Eyes With That Double Vision!Hogwarts drama, new Smash Bros DLC, Switch Pro rumors, WandaVision season finale, and a whole lot more are on the topic list this week. The guys also discuss their "gamer motivation profiles" as calculated by Quantic Foundry and they were surprisingly accurate.
Games discussed: Persona 5 Strikers, Resident Evil 4, Maquette, Smash Bros Ultimate, Pokemon Diamond, Hogwarts Legacy, Aliens: Fireteam, Tales of Arise
Gamer Motivation Profile Survey: https://apps.quanticfoundry.com/surveys/start/gamerprofile/
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 19 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 55-56
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email...2021-03-071h 32
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastAn Entanglement With Cao CaoThis week the guys rap about WandaVision's latest, Sony's State of Play, the recent Pokemon Direct, Avatar Studios, and a whole lot more!
Games Discussed: Final Fantasy X, God of War, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Persona 5 Strikers, Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions, Warriors of Fate, The Glass Staircase, Super Mario 3D World + Bower's Fury, Fallen Legion, Cris Tales
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 18 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 52-54
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://www.ebay.com/str/gamergoodiesandmore
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastLaying Some Warp Pipe!This week the guys try their best to cover a huge amount of news from the first Nintendo Direct in almost 2 years. They also discuss some hands-on time with games from the direct and thoughts on the newest episode of WandaVision and the Mortal Kombat trailer that dropped.
Games Discussed: Final Fight, Maneater, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury, Capcom Arcade Collection, Project Triangle Strategy demo, Captain Toad's Treasure Tracker, Lost in Vivo, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store: https://www...2021-02-211h 33
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastExperience The Belt Buckles!The guys are back this week to discuss another awesome episode of WandaVision, some great games releasing this month, pickups, some Mandalorian controversy, Zelda rumors, Last of Us tv show casting, Kingdom Hearts news, and much more!
Games Discussed: Final Fantasy X, Guardian Heroes, Gris, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Control Ultimate Edition, Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox, Lost in Vivo, Cyber Shadow, Bravely Default 2, Persona 5 Strikers
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 17 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 49-51
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us...2021-02-141h 40
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastWe Love Buns With White Frosting! ft. Call It Like I Don't See It (AD & GP)This week we have very special return guests with AD & GP of the Call It Like I Don't See It Podcast! The guys discuss their reactions to the best episode of WandaVision yet, the Playstation 4 2020 stats they've all achieved, some kid's shows to avoid when raising your little ones, Mortal Kombat drama, Nier: Automata's final secret revealed, Mewtwo's birthday, and a ton more!
Games Discussed: Final Fantasy X, Control Ultimate Edition, Streets of Kamurocho, Golden Axed, The Adventures of Batman & Robin, Lost in Vivo, Cyber Shadow, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Resident Evil 7, MLB The Show 21, Nier: Automata...2021-02-071h 32
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThuglas Ruglas Bone ft. KingThuglasBeen a while since we had a special guest! Big welcome to a fellow streamer and Rocket League champ, KingThuglas! This week the guys discuss that GameStonk saga, some recent losses in the world of gaming and movies, some PlatinumGames news, casting for the Borderlands movie, and a lot more!
Games discussed: Final Fantasy X, Cyberpunk 2077, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Ninja Baseball Bat Man, Apex Legends, Rocket League, Call of Duty: Warzone, Hunt: Showdown, Lost In Vivo, No Man's Sky, Marvel's Avengers
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastCan't Play Your Switch With Giant Mittens On!Lots happened this week for games and for the guys personally! We discuss the biggest meme to come out of the inauguration, some insane sales we found, a new celebrity gets Covid, GTA VI news, the Resident Evil Showcase, GameStop news, and more!
Games Discussed: Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, Final Fantasy X, Grand Theft Auto V, Goat Simulator, Cyberpunk 2077, Resident Evil Village (Maiden Demo), Armored Warriors
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 16 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 46-48
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's S...2021-01-241h 21
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastCan't Get More 90s Than Donatello Wearing a Bulls Jersey!This week marks our 30th episode! We discuss creating an ultimate videogame music playlist on streaming, our thoughts on WandaVision and Season 1 of Sweet Home, some new Nintendo trailers for games coming out this year, EA losing Star Wars exclusivity, Mortal Kombat movie screenshots, and lots more!
Games Discussed: Ys: Memories of Celceta, Final Fantasy X, Cyberpunk 2077, Spooky's Jump Scare Mansion, Streets of Rage 4, Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, Super Mario 3D World/Bower’s Fury, Pokémon Snap, Resident Evil, Pokémon Diamond and Pearl
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 15 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 4...2021-01-171h 22
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGimme Dat Deku Nut!Oof what a week! The guys get some of the heavy stuff out of the way in the beginning then move on to this week's pickup stories, some Nintendo news, another videogame-themed Netflix show?, and some awesome videogame soundtracks dropping on Spotify.
Games Discussed: Ys: Memories of Celceta, Hollow Knight, Unraveled 2, Yakuza 5, Ys IX Demo, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Splatterhouse, Final Fantasy X, Cyberpunk 2077, Spooky's Jump Scare Mansion, Streets of Rage 4, Super Smash Bros Ultimate
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 14 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 40-42
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc...2021-01-101h 15
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThere's Something About WakkaThis week we discuss possible refunds for PS Plus games, pranks on console scalpers, Wonder Woman 1984, where The Office went, and some odd news about the PS5 and Google searches in 2020. We also recap our top 5 games of 2020, the worst games we played this year, and our hopes for our backlog in 2021!
Games discussed: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy X, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, World of Final Fantasy Maxima, Donut County, Tokyo Xanadu Ex+, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth - Hacker's Memory, Disgaea 1 Complete, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Ghost of Tsushima, Yakuza 4, Marvel's Spider-man...2021-01-031h 25
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThings I Learned From Mario's ButtIt may have been a slow news week but that doesn't mean that the little bit of news we did get wasn't crazy! This week we rap about the newest game console from KFC, our Nintendo Switch 2020 stats, some interesting videogame pickups to be added to Derrick's store soon, and a huge sale on the PSN for the holidays!
Games Discussed: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy X, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Shadow of the Colossus Remake, Hollow Knight, Tokyo Xanadu Ex+
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 13 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 37...2020-12-271h 12
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastPut That CPU In The Butt Or Something!Definitely a slow news week especially when compared to last week but we manage to get some good conversation in this episode regardless! Derrick has some decent pickups this week, a conclusion to the ebay return drama, some unfortunate events occurring close to home, and Mike might be going solar?! A couple of Nintendo Directs, a new Smash character, and more Cyberpunk 2077 drama to round things out.
Games discussed: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Spooky's Jump Scare Mansion, Cyberpunk 2077, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, and Tokyo Xanadu Ex+
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 12 / Full...2020-12-201h 28
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastWhat're You Gonna Do, Baby?So...much...news...this...week! The guys decide to stall the Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge for one week to fit in all the latest about Marvel, Star Wars, Cyberpunk 2077, and the 2020 Game Awards. Some new pickups and thoughts on Big Mouth season 4 and The Mandalorian too!
Games Discussed: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Resident Evil 7, Tokyo Xanadu Ex+, Doom Eternal, Cyberpunk 2077, and Marvel's Avengers.
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Derrick's Store
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Mike's...2020-12-131h 20
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Exaggerated Swagger of a Middle-Aged Italian PlumberThis week we discuss how to get a 4-year-old with a crippling fear of failure into videogames, Warner Bros dropping all its movies onto streaming day one, some crappy eBay customer interactions/pickup stories, and some quick bit-uh, I mean some rumors! Yeah, some rumors regarding some Konami properties and other gaming news.
Games discussed: Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Hades, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Resident Evil 7, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Doom Eternal, Super Mario Maker 2, Astro's Playroom, Tokyo Xanadu Ex+, and The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV.
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMy Dear Sweet Brother Numsie!This week the guys talk about their delicious Thanksgiving leftovers, news on the final season of Attack on Titan, more info on the Capcom hack, a nice thing SquareEnix is doing for their employees, stories of PS5 scalping, an update on a Saga Frontier remaster and some twitch and online tourney drama.
Games discussed: Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Hades, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Resident Evil 7, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV, Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 10 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 28-302020-11-291h 19
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastDragonball DuragThis week we discuss the recent huge Capcom games info leak, some fun pickup stories from Derrick's thrifting adventures, the picks for the game of the year awards (you can vote here at thegameawards.com/nominees), and some updates for controller support on Super Mario 3D All-Stars!
Games discussed: Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Hades, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, Doom Eternal, Resident Evil 7, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV, Dead or Alive 6, LEGO Harry Potter Collection, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Ghost of Tsushima, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and The Last Of...2020-11-2257 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastBeeg PS5 vs Smoky XboxesThis week Derrick laments his lack of PS5 but lays out a master plan to secure one while Mike discusses his experience with the PS5 so far. Derrick also shares some cool pickup stories on a couple of rare finds this week and the guys discuss news on Ubisoft Montreal, the release date for Wandavision on Disney+, and what they've learned this week about the console launches of both major consoles.
Games discussed: Ghost of Tsushima, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV, Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory, No More Heroes, Bugsnax, Hollow Knight, Marvel's...2020-11-151h 08
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGameStop ShenanigansThis week the guys discuss Mike's week-long covid scare, finally getting hands on one of those Mario pin sets, picking up a random rare Halo toy, next-gen systems reviews, and plenty of new GameStop nonsense!
Games discussed: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV, Hollow Knight, Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory, and New Super Lucky's Tale.
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 7 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 19-21
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com2020-11-081h 05
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastAll Hallows PeenMike and Derrick wishes everyone a Happy Halloween! This week we discuss some game delays, some updates on Spider-man Miles Morales, the last Nintendo Partner Showcase of the year, the newest Final Fantasy XVI trailer, yet another videogame show coming to Netflix, and much more!
Games discussed: Hyrule Warriors 2, Hades, Mother Russia Bleeds, Tokyo Xanadu Ex+, Spongebob: Battle for Bikini Bottom Re-hydrated, Destroy All Humans!, Intelligent Qube, Brigandine - The Legend of Forsena, Hellnight, The Legend of Dragoon, and The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 6...2020-11-011h 03
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Driptastic Four ft. Call It Like I Don't See It (AD and GP)This week we have special guests AD and GP from the podcast "Call It Like I Don't See It"! The four of us got together to tear it up on the new Ghost of Tsushima multiplayer mode. In this episode we discuss the science of fasting for health, how Gamefly does used games right, our thoughts on Lovecraft Country, Borat 2's infamous scene, the GARLIC. BUTTER. BACON. BURGER. at Sonic, Megalo Box, Minecraft Steve getting his "meat" nerfed, Unskippable ads in games?!, and a bunch more.
Games discussed: Fire Emblem Warriors, Hades, Cadillacs and Dinosaurs, Outlast II...2020-10-251h 05
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastEver Heard of a SPIDER-CAT?!This week we're talking about the sad state of affairs in Metal Gear Solid 5 nuclear disarmament, classic game scenes recreated via shadowbox art, the new Monster Hunter movie, Gamestop and Microsoft partnering to sell more digital games, US office of Level 5 shuts down, new Ghost of Tsushima multiplayer update, and Spider-Cat!!!
Games discussed: Spider-man: Miles Morales, Fire Emblem Warriors, Hades, Silent Hill 3, Super Mario Mario Bros. 35, Crash Bandicoot 4, and Skyrim.
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 5 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 13-15
For questions, comments, suggestions, etc. please email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail...2020-10-181h 07
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSpoilercast: The Last of Us Part IIWelcome to our third bonus spoilercast episode for The Last of Us Part II. This episode spoils both games in the series (it's kinda hard not to) so you've been warned. Check out our hot takes and send us a message if you agree or disagree with any of our points at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
Feel free to let us know if there are any other games you want to hear a spoilercast about.2020-10-1451 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastA Fellow Chucker, Eh?This week we're talking fitness, mice catching, nunchaku masters, and oh yeah, videogames, lol. Ghost of Tsushima is adding some new features dropping 10/16, Nintendo shows off gameplay for Pikmin 3 and Hyrule Warriors 2, Sony picks apart the PS5 (literally) and gives us a list of PS4 games it will support, IGN throws shade at EA, Gamestop and Microsoft partner up, and some more Mortal Kombat news!
Games discussed: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Hyrule Warriors, Hades, P.T. (Silent Hills Playable Teaser), Tetris 99, Journey of the Broken Circle, Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath, and Genshin Impact.
Derrick X Mike...2020-10-111h 24
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastEthan Got The Bad EndingBig news for Smash fans this week, some Mass Effect Trilogy speculation, another Resident Evil series coming to Netflix (making two total?!), a free to play game that's worth your time, some Spider-man related drama, good news for Tekken fans, and um...oh yeah the President got that rona ya'll. This week was something else.
Games discussed: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Resident Evil 3, Grandia II HD, Genshin Impact, Ys: Memories of Celceta, SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered.
If you dig our show please...2020-10-041h 01
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMicrosoft Did A CapitalismLots to talk about this week, an update on the fate of Tik Tok, Disney+ claps back with trailers for new shows, Microsoft buys Bethesda, Metal Gear Solid might get a remake?, pricing on new games and updates for old ones, PS5 scalping, and we finished Dragon's Dogma on Netflix and have a spoiler talk about it.
Games Discussed: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Fight Crab, Maneater, Octopath Traveler, Resident Evil 3, Disgaea 5, Ys: Memories of Celceta, Metal Gear Solid: The Twin Snakes.
Derrick X Mike Anime Challenge: Berserk Episode 2 / Full Metal Alchemist Episodes 4-6
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Derrick X Mike Anime ChallengeTons of news this week! We rap about potential N64 games coming to Switch, the Mass Effect Trilogy being announced soon, even more videogame shows coming to Netflix, the sad fate of the 3DS, news from a recent Nintendo Partner Showcase, and the huge PS5 live stream announcement event showcasing tons of eagerly anticipated games. We also start a new challenge for watching some of our favorite animes so we can discuss them on the show.
Games discussed: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Hyrule Warriors, Dynasty Warriors 9, Catherine Full Body, A Short Hike, Final Fantasy XII, Super Mario 3...2020-09-201h 42
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastHot Cheetos and TakisWe are reunited on the show and also locally as we record the show today in the same room (something not done since episode 1). Derrick catches us up on his past two weeks, we discuss some Xbox/PlayStation news, new games coming from Nintendo, some interesting shows coming to streaming soon, awesome tasbot speed runs, the ubiforward presentation (booo), some game delays, and news on some amiibo reprints.
Games discussed: The Last of Us Part II, Mega Man (Legacy Collection), Hyrule Warriors, Paratopic, Tokyo Xanadu EX+, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III, and Death S...2020-09-131h 13
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSpoilercast: Ghost of TsushimaThis is our official spoilercast covering the story and our review of Ghost of Tsushima. We try to cover the game in chronological order so those playing through the game can listen to the beginning and hop off once we reach the point they are at (but it's not perfect so still listen at your own risk!)
For comments, questions, feedback, etc. as always feel free to email us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com2020-09-091h 23
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Rock Got That Rona Ya'll ft. Mykal WilliamsDerrick is out this week and Michael is joined by a special guest (Mykal Williams). This episode we discuss how more celebrities are getting coronavirus and what this means for making films and going out in general, Nintendo's Mario Direct, new amiibos!, and some shows you may want to check out.
Games discussed: The Thing, Tokyo Xanadu Ex+, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition, The Last of Us Part II, Dynasty Warriors 7, Food Truck Tycoon: Asian Cuisine, Final Fantasy III DS, Pokemon Puzzle League, Animal Crossing, Final Fantasy VII, Marvel's Avengers, Hyrule Warriors, Fire Emblem Warriors, Fire Emblem: Three...2020-09-061h 33
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThe Batman Beatdown ft. A Small Voice (Jose)We have another special guest on the podcast this week, Jose (better known on YouTube and Twitter as "A Small Voice"), stops by to chat up games with us. We have Batman news overload and everything looks amazing, talk a bit about videogame adaptations and what's coming to Netflix, Nintendo's recent partner showcase, and some sad news regarding a modern icon. Rest in Power Mr. Boseman.
Games discussed: Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Gotham Knights, The Last of Us Part II, Dynasty Warriors 6, Food Truck Tycoon: Asian Cuisine, Dark Souls, Ghost of Tsushima, Fire Emblem: Radiant...2020-08-301h 47
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastThere's Some Horse In This HouseWe went on a cabin retreat for a few days and caught up on some shows and video games. Mike and Derrick discuss Project Power, season 1 of Umbrella Academy, and the first episode of Lovecraft Country. Derrick has a new mic but unfortunately messing with the levels prior to recording caused huge disparity in the sound department so we apologize in advance if the sound is a little off. Big news on a game coming from a new developer in China, some interesting info on haptic feedback for the PS5 controller and examples of how it will be applied...2020-08-231h 31
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastMurkaroni & Cheese in the Morning! ft. SgtPinkBeast (Ryan King)Once again we have a special guest with the gang to chat up games with, Mike's cousin Ryan King (yay nepotism). We wax on about the recent Epic vs Apple beef, the insanity of trying to hold a conversation with a 4-year-old, consoles launching during a housing crisis, some Netflix shows (and behind the scenes drama), and that Sonic movie (it wasn't that bad!).
Of course, we discuss some good gaming deals we saw during the week and there's a bit of news about DLC, upcoming releases, and new features for PSN.
Games discussed: Ghost o...2020-08-161h 30
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastBeeg Dunkey BootyWe're rapping politics in this episode including recent progressive primary wins and Trump banning TikTok (and what that means for gamers). We also discuss our thoughts on some Netflix shows and tv show bloat as well as some shows we're interested in, our new listener in Europe, and Mike manically gushes about froth in his coffee. Join for the haiku inspired by hot springs in Ghost of Tsushima and stay for stories on the awesome pickups Derrick found this week!
Games discussed: Ghost of Tsushima, Until Dawn, Tembo the Badass Elephant, Horizon Chase Turbo, Dynast Warriors Series...2020-08-091h 01
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastOk, 3, 2, 1, Let's Snooze! ft. Emperor Rimial (Kardell)Today we feature our first guest! Kardell DeShaun Manning (aka Emperor Rimial) joins us to talk about his new laptop and love for the PS4 rpg Greedfall. We also get into some soundtracks that dropped on Spotify, a certain someone finally finished a certain game, some news about the next generation of consoles and game releases this month, a reaction to Joe Rogan's recent comments on videogames, and even more game-related tv shows coming up. We also discuss our favorite consoles of all time.
Games discussed: Ghost of Tsushima, Last of Us II, Dynasty Warriors 3, Vampyr, League...2020-08-021h 00
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGet Ya Mind RightThis week there are too many game deals to count but we do our best to recap. Microsoft released an Xbox showcase, Nintendo did a partner direct, and Devolver Digital released their annual insane press conference video with game trailers. Derrick ensures anime is brought up multiple times and Mike discusses a recent podcast he's been getting into.
Games discussed: Ghost of Tsushima, The Witcher 3, Man of Medan, Dynasty Warriors 2, Darksiders Genesis, The Last of Us II, BlazBlue:Cross Tag Battle, Granblue Fantasy Versus, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Final Fantasy XV, Mass Effect, and Halo.2020-07-261h 24
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSpoilercast: Final Fantasy VII RemakeA special bonus episode where we spoil the heck out of one of our favorite games of the year. We talk extensively about Final Fantasy VII Remake, things we liked, didn't like, our theories about the sequels, and our overall love for Final Fantasy in general.
Feel free to send feedback, questions, corrections, etc to us via email at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com2020-07-191h 34
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastDon't Be a Menace to Your Employees While Running Ubisoft in 2020Chatting some Netflix shows today, Metacritic placing limitations on user reviews, expensive Lego sets for Nintendo, Ubisoft is gross and they should be ashamed of themselves, gaming-related reality shows, amazing finds at yard sales, new amiibos, and new schedule for Twitch (gonna be playing a lot of Ghost of Tsushima soon). Games mentioned: The Last of Us II, Dead Space 2, Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun, Knights of Valour, The Outer Worlds, Ghost of Tsushima.
Feel free to send feedback, questions, corrections, etc to us via email at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com2020-07-1956 min
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastJapan is Sinking and Bridge Babies Are On SaleThis week we're talking Spider-verse costumes for the whole family, how NOT to charge your PS4 controllers, weird tv accessories, and a lot of anime shows. Games discussed: The Punisher Arcade, The Witcher 3, The Last of Us II, Silent Hill 2, Thief Simulator, Outer Worlds, Wargroove, Ni No Kuni, Dragon Quest Builders 2, Ghost of Tsushima, Deadly Premonition 2, and Pokemon.
Whole lot to go over but we hope you enjoy! You can shoot us an email with questions/suggestions at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com
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Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastSmash 4 AllThis week we chat a few games we played recently (Last of Us II, Persona 5 The Royal, Layers of Fear, Smash Ultimate with Min Min, Alien Vs Predator, Serial Cleaner). We also get into some politics (Happy Birthday America) and recent controversy in the video games industry. We are feeling animated shows this week so stick around for some good recommendations on what to watch. If you have any suggestions or want to send us a question we can answer on the next episode you can reach us at mcpaperstacks@gmail.com2020-07-051h 09
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastLiving Single with KratosIt's our first episode! Share it around if you enjoyed it. Today we're rapping about coronavirus (shit is real), sophisticated drinks, being a video game collector who let an expensive game get away, some of our favorite games, JRPGs (the good, the bad, the ugly), PS5, The Last of Us II (no spoilers), and where you can get some sweet deals on used games. Also other stuff, check it out!2020-06-2856 min