2022 has come to an end. Jake and Sam spend one last episode recapping the very-difficult to-say year, discussing our “Year In Reviews,” the GOTY across the web, the biggest story of the year, and how our 2022 predictions and fantasy league competitions concluded!
Avatar: The Way of Water Review
Feliz Naʼvidad! As a Christmas gift to themselves (and the listeners), the boys forgo video games this week to review their most-anticipated movie of the year, Avatar: The Way of Water. They discuss whether the sequel was worth the 13-year wait, the visual effects, how it compares to the original, and more.
The Game Awards 2022 Recap, Review, and In-Person Rundown
Sam attended The Game Awards 2022, and Jake made his girlfriend watch it with him, so they’re ready to break down gaming’s big night. In an episode slightly longer than Christopher Judge’s speech, they discuss this year’s show, their favorite announcements, how their predictions performed, and more.
Stray Review
Jake reviews 2022’s indie darling, Stray. Should it have been nominated for Game of the Year? What makes Stray so special? He gets into all of that and more while Sam is out for The Game Awards.
The Best Game Awards Bracket
Awards season never ends, and neither do our bracket episodes! This week, the boys decide the best year of The Game Awards so far - awards and announcements included.
The Game Awards 2022 Predictions
The Game Awards revealed its 2022 nominations, and as to be expected, this year is the battle between Elden Ring and God of War Ragnarök… and Stray? The boys discuss this year’s picks and predict the show’s big winners (and announcements)!
Our Favorite “7 out of 10” Games
Sometimes video games are just okay. And sometimes those okay games are actually great. This week, Sam and Jake are here to tell you about those secretly great games! The brothers talk about their favorite “7 out of 10” video games, from Assassin’s Creed 3 to Spider-Man: Web of Shadows.
Is PSVR2 Set Up for Success?
PlayStation VR2 finally has a price and release date - $549.99 and February 22, 2023. Is this good news? The boys break down these announcements, PSVR2’s confirmed list of games, their experiences with PSVR1, and what its successor needs to do to win them over.
Marvel Snap Review
Is Marvel Snap the next massively popular mobile game? Jake and Sam answer this and share their very positive opinions on the card game phenomenon.
Ultimate Gaming Backlog (2019-2021)
The Moshi Moshi Video Game Club is changing, which means the brothers now have more time for their backlog. To celebrate, Jake and Sam kick off a new recurring topic called the Ultimate Backlog. Going year by year, they select the top game from each year that they want to play most, starting with 2021, 2020, and 2019!
10 Remasters and Remakes We ACTUALLY Want
With the rumors of PlayStation potentially remaking Horizon Zero Dawn, the boys select the 10 video game titles or franchises that actually deserve a remake or remaster. From the likes of Chrono Trigger to Motorstorm, hear what the boys want from the world of remakes.
Moshi Moshi Video Game Club: Portal
It’s time to start podcasting with portals! The boys and special guest Kaitlyn Red Wing review the Valve classic Portal for its 15th anniversary. The group discusses how the game holds up, its darkly hilarious story, GLaDOS’ best quotes, its influence on gaming, and more.
2012 Video Game Draft
It’s draft season, baby! The boys travel 10 years back in time to 2012 - the birth year of everyone’s two favorite systems: the Wii U and PS Vita. Let us know who drafted a better team from what many would call an “off year” full of sequels and threequels.
Assassin’s Creed Setting Wishlist
Assassin’s Creed has gone to Egypt, Greece, revolutionary America, and more. Where should the series go next? The boys pitch their 20 dream settings, so expect some weird picks! They also discuss the GTA6 leaks, EA’s new Iron Man game, and the Like a Dragon franchise (R.I.P. Yakuza).
September 2022 Showcase Spectacular
The ghost of E3 past has returned again to haunt September. The brothers discuss all the latest and greatest showcases: the Disney and Marvel Games Showcase, PlayStation State of Play, Ubisoft Forward, and Nintendo Direct!
Moshi Moshi Video Game Club: Cuphead and The Delicious Last Course (Part 2)
Sam, Jake, and Sam Kingma continue their Cuphead book club by breaking down the final bosses in the base game and reviewing the Delicious Last Course DLC. The boys discuss Ms. Chalice’s gameplay, the improved animation, side bosses, and more.
Moshi Moshi Video Game Club: Cuphead and The Delicious Last Course (Part 1)
Sam and Jake are joined by Cuphead (and former PS5) correspondent Sam Kingma to discuss Cuphead and its 2022 DLC, The Delicious Last Course. The boys break down why Cuphead is one of their favorite indies, including its incredible animation, so-called difficulty, and the first two worlds of bosses.
Listener Questions (Streaming vs. Consoles, VR, and Handheld Gaming)
Due to busy travel schedules, Jake is going solo this week. He talks about (now confirmed) Assassin’s Creed rumors, Nintendo Direct rumors, VR’s place in the industry, and whether streaming is the future or just gaming’s side piece.
Gamescom 2022 and Best Boss Fight Bracket (Part 2)
Two main topics for the price of one! This week, the boys review Gamescom Opening Night Live 2022 and highlight their favorite trailers from the Geoff Keighley showcase. Then they finish the best boss fight bracket and crown the best villain showdown in gaming.
Best Boss Fight Bracket (Part 1)
As the boys play Cuphead for the game of the month, they have bosses on their minds. That’s why they are determining the best boss fight of all time! They weed through the first round of 32, deciding between titans like Psycho Mantis, Bowser, and the Cleric Beast!