Game Junk Podcast
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A Weekly Podcast About Video Games by the People Who Make Them
Episodes
- Game Junk Episode #269: Saros is a GOTY Contender + 2026 is the Year of Capcom
We've been gaming hard and checking out more new releases including the highly-anticipated Saros (which might be someone's new GOTY), Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, Titanium Court, Soul Quest and Gecko Gods plus Frank tries to push…
- Game Junk Episode #268: Brutally Honest Thoughts on Pragmata, Replaced, Crimson Desert and More!
We break down the Xbox Game Pass price cut and provide some unfiltered (and unhinged?) impressions of a ton of new games including Pragmata, Replaced, Vampire Crawlers, Mouse: P.I. for Hire, and Crimson Desert.
- Game Junk Episode #267: PS5 Price Increase + Super Meat Boy 3D Impressions
We discuss the latest price increases to hit the game industry and whether you should buy buy buy a PS5 Pro plus we also discuss Super Meat Boy 3D, Darwin's Paradox, NBA 2K26, Raccoin: Coin Pusher Roguelike, Minishoot Adventures and Starsh…
- Game Junk Episode #266: DLSS 5… Megaton or Debacle?
We wade into the scorching hot debate surrounding Nvidia's DLSS 5 reveal and the future of A.I. in game development plus we also catch up on a bunch of games we've been playing including John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, Under the Island, R…
- Game Junk Episode #265: Is Sony Pulling the Plug on PC Ports of PS5 Games?
We discuss the recent rumours that Sony may no longer release PC ports of first-party games and speculate about the next Xbox console's chances plus we also talk Pokémon Pokopia, Scott Pilgrim EX, The Eternal Life of Goldman demo, Relooted…
- Game Junk Episode #264: Is Resident Evil Requiem the Best Resident Evil Game Ever?
The Game Junk Podcast discusses Resident Evil Requiem, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Marathon, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Reanimal, Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, and Steam Next Fest demos.
- Game Junk Episode #263: Phil Spencer is Out at Xbox
This episode of Game Junk Podcast covers the departures of Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond from Xbox, and Sony
- Game Junk Episode #262: Sony State of Play Feb 2026 + God of War: Sons of Sparta
The Game Junk Podcast covers the February 2026 Sony State of Play, detailing new game announcements like Castlevania, Kena: Bridge of Spirits sequel, and Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2. The episode also includes initial thoughts…
- Game Junk Episode #261: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Feb. 2026 + Nioh 3 + Cairn
In Game Junk Episode #261, the hosts review the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, covering announcements like Horizon Hunters Gathering. They also discuss potential Nioh 3, Cairn, MIO: Memories in Orbit, and Zexion.
- Game Junk Episode #260: The Best Games of 2025
Game Junk Episode #260 reviews the best video games of 2025. The hosts count down their individual top 10 lists and discuss honourable mentions, reflecting on the year in gaming.
- Game Junk Episode #259: Xbox Developer Direct 2026 Recap
Game Junk Podcast reviews the Xbox Developer Direct 2026, recapping the games presented. Discussions include MIO: Memories in Orbit, Ghost of Yotei, Strange Jigsaws, And Roger, Your House, and Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound.
- Game Junk Episode #258: It's Time for Our Annual Gaming Stats Showdown
Game Junk Episode #258 reviews the hosts' annual gaming statistics in comparison to Nintendo's Year in Review for 2025. The episode also covers the games Sektori, Deadpool VR, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Terminator 2D: No Fate, Dispatch, Fals…
- Game Junk Episode #257: Our Most Anticipated Games of 2026
The Game Junk Podcast episode #257 looks ahead to the most anticipated video games of 2026. The hosts also discuss games they have been playing, such as Terminator 2D: No Fate, Windswept, Arc Raiders, and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.
- Game Junk Episode #256: The Game Awards 2025 Recap: All the Winners, Losers and Major Announcements
Game Junk Podcast recaps The Game Awards 2025, highlighting Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's success and major announcements like Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic and Tomb Raider Catalyst.
- Game Junk Episode #255: Metroid Prime 4 Impressions: Was it Worth the Wait?
Game Junk Podcast shares first impressions of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond after a few hours of gameplay. The hosts also speculate about The Game Awards and discuss several other video games.
- Game Junk Episode #254: Xbox Partner Preview + Kirby Air Riders, Silent Hill f and More
The Game Junk Podcast covers the November 2025 Xbox Partner Preview and discusses recent gaming experiences including Silent Hill f, Kirby Air Riders, Voidtrain, Absolum, Hades II, Dispatch, and Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked.
- Game Junk Episode #253: Breaking Down Valve's MEGATON Steam Machine Announcement
Game Junk Episode #253 covers Valve's Steam Machine announcement, The Game Awards nominations, and several games including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Egging On, Possessor(s), MotionRec, Herdling, and ARC Raiders.
- Game Junk Episode #252: The Game Awards 2025 Predictions
Game Junk Episode #252 covers predictions for The Game Awards 2025, the GTA VI delay, and new games such as ARC Raiders, The Seance of Blake Manor, Absolum, Death by Scrolling, The Rogue: Prince of Persia, and The Outer Worlds 2.
- Game Junk Episode #251: PowerWash Simulator 2 Impressions + Halo on PS5?!
This episode of Game Junk Podcast features Jay Cheel discussing impressions of PowerWash Simulator 2 and the announcement of Halo on PS5. Other games mentioned include Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, Look Outside, Demeo, Her…
- Game Junk Episode #250: Initial Thoughts on Keeper, Ball X Pit and Battlefield 6
This episode of Game Junk Podcast covers initial thoughts on Keeper and Ball x Pit, and discusses Battlefield 6, Absolum, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Donkey Kong Bananza, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC, and Steam…
- Game Junk Episode #249: Hard Pass on Game Pass? + Ghost of Yotei Thoughts
In episode #249, Game Junk Podcast discusses recent changes to Xbox Game Pass pricing. The hosts also share first impressions of the game Ghost of Yotei and touch on other game releases.
- Game Junk Episode #248: Sony State of Play Recap + TGS 2025
Game Junk Podcast Episode 248 recaps the Sony State of Play, highlighting trailers for Saros and Marvel's Wolverine. The episode also covers Tokyo Game Show news and discussions on Borderlands 4, Mafia: The Old Country, Baby Steps, and Dee…
- Game Junk Episode #247: Nintendo is Bringing Back Virtual Boy
Game Junk Episode #247 covers Nintendo Direct announcements, including the return of the Virtual Boy, Metroid Prime 4 release date, and Super Mario 40th Anniversary events. The hosts also discuss games like Little Problems, Hollow Knight:…
- Game Junk Episode #246: Hollow Knight: Silksong Initial Impressions
Game Junk Episode #246 covers initial impressions of Hollow Knight: Silksong, including its hype. The hosts also discuss Gears of War: Reloaded, Elsewhere Electric, Everybody's Golf, and the Sony State of Play event featuring 007 First Lig…
- Game Junk Episode #245: 2025 Fall Game Preview (This Might Get Ugly)
Game Junk Episode #245 previews 2025 video game releases, offering initial thoughts on titles like Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Sword of the Sea, The Rogue Prince of Persia, Herdling, and Path of Exile II.
- Game Junk Episode #244: Gamescom 2025 Recap
In Game Junk Episode #244, hosts Andrew and Sean, joined by a mystery guest, recap Gamescom 2025. They analyze news and trailers from the Opening Night Live event and the Kirby Air Riders Nintendo Direct, and discuss several other game tit…
- Game Junk Episode #243: Hell is Us Demo Impressions
Game Junk Episode #243 covers impressions of the Hell is Us demo. The hosts also discuss the games Off and The Roottrees Are Dead, and speculate about unreleased 2025 titles.
- Game Junk Episode #242: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase + Indie World Recap
Game Junk Episode #242 recaps the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase and Indie World Showcase. The hosts share initial impressions of Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, the Shinobi: Art of Vengeance demo, and Is This Seat Taken?. They also discuss Bat…
- Game Junk Episode #241: WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers + Wheel World Impressions
Game Junk Episode #241 reviews the soulslike game WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers and the open-world biking game Wheel World. The episode also revisits Donkey Kong Bananza and discusses Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 and The Drifter.
- Game Junk Episode #240: Donkey Kong Bananza Initial Thoughts + Ghost of Yotei State of Play Recap
Game Junk Episode #240 discusses the Ghost of Yotei Gameplay Deep Dive State of Play and initial impressions of Donkey Kong Bananza. The hosts also cover Shadow Labyrinth, Unicorn Overlord, MindsEye, Peak, and Marvel Rivals.
- Game Junk Episode #239: Making Sense of the Latest Xbox Layoffs
This episode of Game Junk Podcast covers the recent Xbox layoffs and considers if Game Pass is negatively affecting the gaming industry. It also includes first impressions of MindsEye and discussions on other titles like Death Stranding an…
- Game Junk Episode #238: Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct Breakdown
Game Junk Episode #238 covers the latest Nintendo Direct, with a focus on Donkey Kong Bananza. The discussion includes its Game of the Year prospects and other titles such as Rematch, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind, Unicorn Ov…
- Game Junk Episode #237: Initial Thoughts on Switch 2 + Mario Kart World
In Game Junk Episode #237, hosts share their thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 and discuss potential launch titles such as Mario Kart World and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Switch 2 Edition.
- Game Junk Episode #236: Top 10 Announcements from Summer Game Fest 2025
Game Junk Episode #236 covers the top 10 announcements from Summer Game Fest 2025. The hosts also discuss Sony's State of Play, the Xbox Games Showcase, The State of Unreal 2025, and the role of AI tools in game creation.
- Game Junk Episode #235: Junk Mail: Dream Game Announcements, Most Frustrating Trophies and More Q&A
Game Junk Episode #235 addresses listener questions about dream game announcements, satisfying and frustrating platinum trophies, desired studio changes, and the criteria for including unfinished games in top 10 lists.
- Game Junk Episode #234: PlayStation Stars is Dead
This episode covers the discontinuation of the PlayStation Stars program and discusses the Epic Games vs. Apple lawsuit. It also touches on new additions to Game Pass, Onimusha 2, Doom: The Dark Ages, Xenoblade Chronicles X, and other game…
- Game Junk Episode #233: Doom: The Dark Ages Initial Thoughts
Game Junk Episode #233 covers initial impressions of Doom: The Dark Ages, and discusses the new GTA 6 trailer, Revenge of the Savage Planet, Death Stranding, Inscryption, and Utopia Must Fall.
- Game Junk Episode #232: It's Over.. Gears of War is Coming to Playstation
Game Junk Podcast Episode 232 covers the announcement of Gears of War coming to PlayStation, alongside discussions on Xbox price increases, a potential GTA 6 delay, and various games including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Doom 2016, Death…
- Game Junk Episode #231: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 + Oblivion Remastered Impressions
Game Junk Episode #231 covers new RPGs on Xbox Game Pass, offering initial impressions of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered. The discussion also includes Blue Prince, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and The Electrifyi…
- Game Junk Episode #230: Is Blue Prince Truly a New Masterpiece?
The Game Junk Podcast discusses their relationship with the game Blue Prince and covers reveals from Marathon, as well as South of Midnight, Atomfall, Crypt Custodian, Portal Revolution, and Doom (2016).
- Game Junk Episode #229: Breaking Down the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct
Game Junk Episode #229 covers the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, detailing announcements on price, release date, and new game titles such as Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and The Duskbloods.
- Game Junk Episode #228: The Last Nintendo Switch Direct Ever??
The Game Junk Podcast episode #228 reflects on the conclusion of the Nintendo Switch era. Discussions include final Nintendo Direct announcements such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Virtual Game Cards, and Marvel Cosmic Invasion, alongside ot…
- Game Junk Episode #227: GDC Awards + Future Games Show / The MIX Spring Showcases 2025
Game Junk Episode #227 reviews the GDC Awards, highlighting Balatro's success, and counts down top games from the Future Games Show and The MIX Spring Showcases. The episode also touches on Assassin's Creed Shadows, Rise of the Tomb Raider…
- Game Junk Episode #226: PowerWash Simulator 2 Announcement + Split Fiction Impressions
Game Junk Episode #226 features Jay Cheel discussing the PowerWash Simulator 2 reveal, a Star Fox spiritual successor, and the new Death Stranding 2 trailer. The episode also covers impressions of Split Fiction, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth,…
- Game Junk Episode #225: Monster Hunter Wilds + Steam Next Fest Feb. 2025
Game Junk Episode #225 covers early impressions of Monster Hunter Wilds and discusses demos from Steam Next Fest, featuring titles like Skin Deep, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, and others.
- Game Junk Episode #224: Avowed / Lost Records / Pirate Yakuza Impressions
Game Junk Episode #224 covers initial impressions of Avowed, Lost Records: Rage & Bloom, and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza. The discussion also touches on ID@Xbox Showcase announcements, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist, The Centennial Cas…
- Game Junk Episode #223: Sony State of Play Feb. 2025 Recap
In Episode #223 of Game Junk Podcast, hosts discuss the February 2025 Sony State of Play, reacting to new game announcements including Shinobi, Onimusha, Saros, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist, Guns of Fury, and Eternal Strands.
- Game Junk Episode #222: The Top 10 Games of 2024
The Game Junk Podcast discusses their favourite games of 2024, covering popular choices, controversial picks, and hidden gems. The episode also touches upon a potential rule-breaking addition to the list.
- Game Junk Episode #221: Xbox Developer Direct 25 Recap
Game Junk Episode #221 recaps the Xbox Developer Direct ‘25 showcase, discussing featured games and titles like Nine Sols, Hyper Light Breaker, Lok Digital, and Anno: Mutationem.
- Game Junk Episode #220: Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal Reaction
Game Junk Episode #220 covers the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal teaser, with hosts discussing theories about Mario Kart 9, Proverbs, Beta Max, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.