Was this the best Summer Game Fest yet? Did Xbox deliver and convince us of a bright future? The Mosher brothers answer all of this and more during their reviews of 2023’s Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest!
Summer Game Fest 2023 Predictions
The summer showcase season is officially here! To kick it off, the brothers review last week’s PlayStation Showcase and predict 2023’s Summer Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase, Ubisoft Forward, and more.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Impressions
Jake explores Hyrule alone while Sam is sick and shares impressions of 2023’s most anticipated title, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. He discusses the groundbreaking new abilities, if Breath of the Wild’s sense of discovery is still intact, and what makes this and its predecessor stand out amongst its competition.
Ultimate E3 Bracket (Part 2)
Sam and Jake continue their E3 bracket series to pick the best year of the beloved (and maligned) gaming conference. This week, they cover the first E3, the Nintendo Switch’s first E3, PlayStation’s incredible 2016 showcase, and more!
Ultimate E3 Bracket (Part 1)
E3 2023 is canceled, but Jake and Sam aren’t done with gaming’s classic summer tradition. This week, they kick off the “Ultimate E3 Bracket” - a deep-dive series devoted to picking the very best year of E3. E3 might be dead, but its spirit will always live on! As if that isn’t enough, the brothers react in real time to Redfall’s review embargo lift.
One Month with the Steam Deck
Jake and Sam are now Deck Boys, so after one month with the hit portable PC, it’s time for them to share their impressions of the Steam Deck. They discuss the hardware, games played so far, Steam sales, and why other gamers should consider becoming Deck Boys too.
Our Dream PlayStation Showcase
PlayStation has been quiet for quite a while, so Jake and Sam take it upon themselves to end their silence. With rumors swirling of an upcoming showcase, the brothers each create their dream PlayStation Showcase, inspired by a recent episode of Kinda Funny’s PSILY show (with rules that were created by Jake)!
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Review
Wahoo! It’s time for the Super Mosher Bros. to review The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The brothers discuss the movie’s box office success, beautiful animation, voice cast, music, and treasure trove of references worthy of a Smash Bros. game. Let’s-a-go!
God of War Ragnarök Review
Ragnarök has finally arrived. Jake has beaten God of War Ragnarök, and Sam has questions. The boys discuss how it compares to its predecessor, if the story is everything it’s hyped up to be, and why this series is so beloved. In addition to this, they talk about the downfall of E3, which after the day they recorded this, was canceled.
Top 10 Dream LEGO Games
LEGO video games are branching out from TT Games with LEGO 2K Drive, so the boys create their wishlist of dream LEGO games, including Scooby-Doo, Godzilla, and more. The brothers also discuss recent hardware news like a rumored PS5 Pro and Sam’s Steam Deck purchase.
Moshi Moshi Video Game Club: Citizen Sleeper
The brothers have returned to the Moshi Moshi Video Game Club to review the 2022 role-playing video game Citizen Sleeper. They are joined by Game Informer associate editor Wesley LeBlanc to discuss mega-corporations, bounty hunters, life on the Eye, and their favorite twists and endings!
Ultimate Gaming Backlog (2016-2018)
Jake and Sam expand their ultimate backlog with the games from 2016-2018 that they want to play most. They also discuss Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League’s reported delay, Starfield’s fall release date, and The Last of Us’ penultimate episodes before the finale.
2022 Game of the Year Draft
It’s almost March, which means it’s time to round out 2022 for good. The brothers reflect on the best games of 2022 and draft their “Game of the Year” teams in the first-ever GOTY draft. Their former guests also highlight the games that made their 2022 special, including Sonic Frontiers and Neon White.
Best Video Game Couples Bracket
Love is in the virtual air this week as Jake and Sam pick the best video game couple. To no one’s surprise, there aren’t many options, but the brothers manage to build a Sweet 16 bracket filled with picks from the arcade era all the way to everyone’s favorite Sony motorcycle game.
Nintendo Direct February 2023 Review
Jake and Sam celebrate everyone’s favorite holiday - Nintendo Direct Day! The brothers discuss everything announced in Nintendo’s most recent Direct, including the Metroid Prime Remastered shadow drop, the new Tears of the Kingdom trailer, and the addition of Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games to Nintendo Switch Online!
Top 10 Games That Deserve the HBO Treatment
HBO’s The Last of Us is a bona fide hit. Its third episode defied public expectations for a video game adaptation, so what games are worthy of the same treatment? Jake and Sam pick 10 games that could be the next prestige TV hit, as well as discuss this week’s truckload of news, game cancellations, and shutdowns.
Xbox Developer Direct Review
A new fighter has joined the “digital showcase” party - the Xbox Developer Direct. Sam and Jake share their opinions on Xbox’s new showcase format, the surprise release of Hi-Fi Rush, and whether that surprise was a good decision. They also review episode two of HBO’s The Last of Us.
The Last of Us Premiere Review
HBO’s The Last of Us is not only the first big show of 2023, but also the biggest video game adaptation for TV of all time. Did it live up to the hype? Jake and Sam break down the 85-minute premiere, how it adapts the game’s opening hours, and what they expect from the next eight episodes.
The 2023 Fantasy Critic Draft
The 2023 Fantasy Critic season has begun. The boys draft their first 12 games and realize just how great this year is going to be. Let the competition begin!
The Mosher Bros’ 2023 Gaming Predictions
New year, new predictions, new resolutions! The boys predict the biggest announcements, surprises, successes, and disappointments of the year to come. They also discuss their 2023 gaming resolutions, the latest Switch Pro rumors, and The Last of Us franchise’s big year to come!