Video Games
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Microsoft Leaks, ‘Mortal Kombat 1’ Review, and a Preview of ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’
We’re talking why gaming leaks are sensational, Megan Fox’s confounding performance as Nitara, exploiting glitches, and more
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Infinity Meets the Finite in ‘Starfield’
For its latest blockbuster, Bethesda built ‘Skyrim’ in space. Is that enough to make it an "important" RPG?
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RPG Blowout: The Massive Worlds of ‘Starfield’ and ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’
Ben and Jess explore brave new worlds by delving into two of this year’s biggest games!
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Questioning the NFL’s Dominance, Daniel Jeremiah on NFL Week 1 and Caleb Williams, and Skateboarding Legend Tony Hawk
Ryen and Daniel Jeremiah evaluate some college prospects before Tony Hawk joins to talk ‘Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater’ and much more!
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More Than a Game: The Improbable Rise of the Real ‘Gran Turismo’ Racer
Jann Mardenborough defied the odds to go from obsessive ‘Gran Turismo’ player to real-life professional racer. Now, a Hollywood film will attempt to tell his story, even as new chapters of his career are being written.
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Face-Your-Fears Game Swap: ‘Braid’ and ‘Outlast’
Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons swap games and discuss whether 2023 is shaping up to be an all-time-great gaming year
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How Hollywood (Finally) Figured Out Video Game Adaptations
With the success of ‘The Last of Us,’ ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie,’ and Peacock’s ‘Twisted Metal,’ Hollywood has raised the ceiling and the floor for video game adaptations
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The Immensity of ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and a Breakthrough Year for Video Game Adaptations | Button Mash
Examining the upsides and downsides of gigantic games
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‘Pikmin 4’ and the Nintendo Franchise Draft
In the inaugural episode of ‘Button Mash,’ Ben and Jess discuss some of their favorite Nintendo franchises and the upcoming ‘Twisted Metal’ adaptation
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Netflix’s Next Act Is Investing in Video Games
First came DVDs. Then came streaming movies and TV. Now, Netflix is betting big on video games—and new release ‘Oxenfree II’ may be just the beginning of a long-term plan.
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Revisiting ‘Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic’ on Its 20th Anniversary
Ben and Jessica look back at the classic RPG and evaluate its impact on the overall franchise
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Nintendo Direct News and ‘Final Fantasy XVI’ Spoiler-Free Reactions
Ben, Jessica, and Justin react to the ‘Super Mario RPG’ remake news and discuss their experiences with the ‘Final Fantasy’ series
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Josh Allen on Expectations for 2023, Aaron Rodgers, and His All-Time Favorite Play
Plus, ranking the top five NFL franchises with Lindsay Jones
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The Dominance of ‘Diablo IV,’ the ‘LOTR: Gollum’ Fiasco, ‘Street Fighter 6,’ and the Future of Fighting Games
The crew discusses reveals from Summer Game Fest and some newly released video games
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Beating ‘Tears of the Kingdom’ Is Much Different Than Finishing It
Few games are as massive or as crammed with content as the newest ‘Legend of Zelda’ game, yet few make playing feel less like crossing off items on a digital to-do list
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‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ Discussion and Analysis
Ben, Justin, and Matt are back to take a deep dive into the latest ‘Zelda’ game, discussing their likes and dislikes, their hopes for future games, and more!
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‘Zelda,’ Not ‘Mario,’ Is the Real Star of Nintendo
Yes, Mario recently made a billion dollars at the box office, but in terms of Nintendo’s core product—video games—‘Zelda’ has become the standard-bearer for the company and the Switch
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Reviewing ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’
Justin and Micah return to discuss their thoughts on ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’
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‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ Instant Reactions
The guys head to Hyrule to discuss the latest installment in the Nintendo franchise
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The Boundless Legacy of ‘Breath of the Wild’
After ‘Breath of the Wild,’ open-world games can be split into two camps: those that share its philosophy of total freedom and those that don’t
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Exploring the World of ‘Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’
Ben and Charles break down all of the new gameplay changes for the sequel and discuss what they think of the epic story, along with a few nitpicks
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‘Jedi: Survivor’ Is a Great Action Game and an Even Better ‘Star Wars’ Game
Almost four years after the release of ‘Jedi: Fallen Order,’ Respawn Entertainment raises the bar, crafting a superior sequel (and an equally engrossing ‘Star Wars’ experience)
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Do We Need a Nintendo Cinematic Universe?
‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ does a great job of making you want to play more Mario games (and hopefully forget the 1993 live-action disaster). But does it make a nonmonetary case for a film franchise?
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‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Instant Reactions
The Midnight Boys discuss their visit to the Mushroom Kingdom
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‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Is Here! Is Our Video Game Movie Future?
Ben Lindbergh and Charles Holmes join to discuss the new movie and how video games have been the most valuable IP in Hollywood
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How Do You Make a Movie Out of ‘Tetris’? Apple TV+ Still Isn’t Quite Sure.
No characters, no setting, no context—there’s not really a story to adapt from ‘Tetris,’ unless, of course, you add in the Cold War
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Michael Jordan’s Hair Inspiration and the Pageantry of MLB’s Opening Day
Jason also explains why he’s more excited about the women’s Final Four than the men’s slate
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Has Hollywood Finally Figured Out Video Games?
Matt also gives a box office prediction about the opening weekend for ‘Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’
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Can the ‘Resident Evil 4’ Remake Redefine the Franchise’s Tone?
The new remake of the influential GameCube title is a chance to reestablish whether ‘Resident Evil’ wants to be schlocky B horror or self-serious action
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Why ‘The Last of Us’ Succeeded—and What Other Video Game Adaptations Can Take From It
The hit HBO series was uniquely suited to thrive, but there are a few lessons for any show looking to follow in its footsteps
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Waiting for ‘Creed III’ to Come Out
Justin and Micah return to discuss some of the things they’ve caught up with over the past few weeks, including ‘You,’ ‘Tár,’ and ‘Hogwarts Legacy’
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Microsoft’s Billion-Dollar ‘Call of Duty’ Problem
Microsoft’s $69 billion takeover of Activision Blizzard seemed inevitable. Now government regulators around the world are trying to block the deal over … ‘Call of Duty’?
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‘Dead Space’ Only Gets Better With Age
A gruesome assemblage of sci-fi-horror tropes, ‘Dead Space’ is now rightly regarded as a classic of immersive space-horror storytelling. Fourteen years later, with a remake newly released, its successes are even clearer.
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The Golden Age of Multiplayer: How Online Gaming Conquered Video Games
Gaming is more social than ever before, and while single-player still has its place, online multiplayer has become the dominant mode of video game culture. How did this happen?