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Episode 457
The first of two new Ninja Gaiden games has arrived! The developers of Blasphemous have produced a 2D retro-inspired action game worthy of the origin…
1 year, 1 month ago
Mario + Hulk + Red Faction = Donkey Kong Bananza
Episode 456
Donkey Kong Bananza isn't the game we expected Nintendo would create to launch the Switch 2. But we're so glad they made this weird, wonderful, and i…
1 year, 1 month ago
Want a New GBA-style Zelda? Try This Indie Game
Episode 455
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo looks and feels like a lost Game Boy Advance game, but with all of the quality of life improvements of a modern game.…
1 year, 2 months ago
Deltraune Isn’t Finished Just Yet, But You Should Play It Now
Episode 454
This week, The Besties talk about Deltarune Chapters 1-4. Though a few more chapters are on the way, now’s a great time to try the Undertale follow-u…
1 year, 2 months ago
In The Alters, Life Comes at You Fast
Episode 453
The Alters is one of the year’s most interesting games, blending experimental sci-fi narrative with a clever management simulation. The Besties talk …
1 year, 2 months ago
Death Stranding 2 Adds Fun, Subtracts Frustration
Episode 452
This week, the Besties deliver an episode on Death Stranding 2. It’s a big and heavy one, but we were happy to hike across the internet and leave it …
1 year, 2 months ago
Don’t Miss the Switch 2’s Hidden Gem
Episode 451
Mario Kart World is getting all of the attention at the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. But if you look deeper into the Nintendo eShop, you’ll find another…
1 year, 3 months ago
The Big Switch 2 Episode – Plus the Best of SGF
Episode 450
Nintendo’s new console is finally here. With Plante undergoing a colonoscopy (which was all okay!), the crew invited long-time friend of the show Chr…
1 year, 3 months ago
A Golden Age for Card Game Sickos
Episode 449
This week, The Besties shuffle the deck and deal a hand of fun new video games. First, they discuss two new card games that have little in common bey…
1 year, 3 months ago
Tired of the World? Try a Fantasy Life
Episode 448
The cult 3DS game Fantasy Life returns, now on all major platforms and PC. The sequel blends Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley, and action-RPGs. Plus, …
1 year, 3 months ago