New Dad Gaming
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Each week the New Dads walk through their experiences both as fathers and gamers. With precious limited time for gaming, the Dads talk about what games they’re playing and what fatherhood has thrown at them this week.
Episodes
- Ep. 391: Bedtime Monopoly Massacre, Console Dust, & FFXIV Free Trials
Welcome to New Dad Gaming, where the adult beverages are poured, the kids are (mostly) asleep, and we’re figuring out our gaming lives! This week, Trevor and Jeff read an amazing email from a fellow "Rad Dad" and Less Than Jake fan, provin…
- Ep. 390: Your Kid's First MP3, Pragmata's Dad Energy & Roller Coasters Are Trying to Kill Me
What music do you put on your kid's FIRST MP3 player? Trevor lost sleep over the answer. This week opens with the universal dad experience: "watch this, Dad!" — followed by the kid's setup that NEVER works on the first try. Trevor and Jeff…
- Ep. 389: Old Dad Sayings, Infinite Craft Gone Wrong & Your Kid's First Instagram
Can your kids finish the classic parent threats? Jeff and Trevor find out — and the answers are heartwarming. This week starts with a social media trend we couldn't resist: parents asking their kids to finish old-school sayings like "as lo…
- Ep. 388: Bandwidth Wars, Secret Consoles & the GTA 6 Talk Every Dad Dreads
Jeff's mid-combat in Kingdom Come Deliverance when everything goes blocky. A quick router check reveals his teen is downloading 100 gigs and pulling 10x the bandwidth. Then comes the plot twist: Trevor secretly set the router to prioritize…
- Ep. 387: Poems, Plagues, Pokémon Pokopia & the Backlog Paradox
Jeff survived the family plague (barely), and this week we're recording live — poems and all. This episode kicks off with a live poem creation featuring the Steam Deck and Skate 3. From there, Jeff shares how the Steam Deck was his lifelin…
- Switch 2 vs Quest 3 for Kids? + Crimson Desert Hype & Pokemon TCG | New Dad Gaming Ep. 386
In episode 386 of New Dad Gaming, the hosts debate gaming hardware for kids, including the Switch 2 and Meta Quest 3, explore alternatives to Roblox, discuss the Steam Deck, and touch on Pokémon TCG, Crimson Desert, and Hades.
- Pokemon Red for $30 & Smurfing in Marvel Snap | Ep. 385
Trevor and Jeff discuss their children's behavior and educational tactics, including bribing them with Duolingo. They cover the kids' return to classic games like Pokémon Sword and EA FC, and the adults' gaming activities, such as Nintendo…
- Dad as an Uber, Getting Kids on Skyrim, and Cheating for the memories | New Dad Gaming Ep. 384
In episode 384 of New Dad Gaming, hosts discuss Jeff driving for Uber to get his kids Skyrim VR, Trevor finishing Hades 2 and playing Pokemon Fire Red, and Trevor cheating at Flip 7 for charity.
- Surviving Valheim Chaos With Kids & Sneaking Balatro into School | New Dad Gaming Ep. 383
In episode 383 of New Dad Gaming, hosts Trevor and Jeff discuss the chaos of playing Valheim with children, a teenager caught playing Balatro at school, and the process of selecting gaming gear for a family move to Colombia. They also cove…
- Skyrim in 2026, Valheim's "Beautiful Ugly," and Letting Games Breath | New Dad Gaming Ep. 382 | Ep. 282
In episode 282 of New Dad Gaming, hosts Trevor and Jeff discuss their "No New Games in 2025" challenge, upcoming 2026 releases including Fable and Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, and their children's experiences with games like Skyrim and WWE…
- We Can Finally Buy Games Again: The 2026 Shopping List | New Dad Gaming Ep. 381
Trevor and Jeff discuss completing the 2025
- We Bought ZERO Games for an Entire Year (Here’s What Happened) | New Dad Gaming Ep. 380
In the final episode of 2025, hosts Trevor and Jeff review their "No New Games" Challenge, discussing backlog progress and changes in gaming habits. They also explore Christmas gift choices, the pros and cons of kids' gaming in 2025 with a…
- Why I’m Banning Roblox This Christmas (And The "Digital Gift" Problem) | New Dad Gaming Ep. 379
In this episode of New Dad Gaming, hosts Trevor and Jeff delve into the diminishing magic of Christmas morning due to digital gifts like Robux and V-Bucks. They debate the pros and cons of physical vs. digital game unwrapping, discuss the…
- Game Award Nominees 2025 - We Played Nothing | New Dad Gaming Ep. 378
The New Dads review this years nominees for Game of The Year - a fun experience given they've played none during their year of no games. However, if nothing else it helps fill out their wish list once their self imposed exile is over. 🎧 S…
- Steam Machine Hype, VR Temptations & No-Game Punishments | New Dad Gaming Ep. 377
It’s full-on dad mode: both households hand out no-game punishments after kids try to sneak Roblox and skip chores, sparking a conversation about clear consequences, consistency, and what it means when your kids don’t even argue the punish…
- Arc Raiders Hype, AI in Games & Teaching Kids Magic: The Gathering | New Dad Gaming Ep. 376
Arc Raiders is the hot new extraction shooter everyone’s talking about… and the community is actually nice ?! 😅 This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff crack open the last of the pumpkin beers, dive into the surprise hype around Arc…
- Expensive Fortnite Skins, Future Gaming Dreams, Watching Breaking Bad | New Dad Gaming Ep. 375
This week the dads discuss expensive Fortnite skins, introducing Breaking Bad to an eldest, and dream a little dream of games they will have. This week features some solid pumpkin beer to boot! 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on fatherhoo…
- Listener letters, Saving for a Playstation, Kid Jobs | New Dad Gaming Ep. 374
The Dads are back with pumpkin in their beer, With notes from listeners they definitely hold dear. Breaking the bank with a skin from Fortnite, And will a kid save for a Playstation? He just might. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on fathe…
- Pumpkin Beer Regret, Hades II Bliss, Hollow Knight Sleepover, & FF8 Cheats (Dad Mode!) | New Dad Gaming Ep. 373
Trevor and Jeff kick off October with a live taste test of a 10% pumpkin ale (it goes… badly), celebrate the pure joy of Hades II (with “God Mode” as the ultimate dad setting), recap a wholesome Hollow Knight all-night kids’ sleepover, and…
- In-Person Chaos! Hades II Hype, Teens Buying Games, & Couch-Co-Op Headaches | New Dad Gaming Ep 372
We did it: our once-a-year in-person episode! Trevor and Jeff awkwardly remember how to record without Zoom, swap Toronto trip stories, and dive into dad-mode gaming topics: Hades II’s launch, whether it breaks our “no new games” pact, acc…
- Broken Controllers, No Man’s Sky Comeback & The Silk Song Struggle – New Dad Gaming Ep. 371
Welcome to New Dad Gaming, the show where Trevor and Jeff prove that becoming a dad doesn’t mean game over. 🎮👨👧👦 This week, the dads dive into: Broken controllers & kid chaos – how one “dad-only” controller didn’t survive. No Man’s S…
- Kids Back in School, Dads Back in Space: No Man’s Sky “Voyagers,” Kingdom Come 2 Hype & a Fortnite Confession | New Dad Gaming - Ep. 370
Kids back in school, dads back in space. This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff swap school drop-off war stories, crack seasonal beers, dive into No Man’s Sky “Voyagers” (ship interiors! group missions! biomes!), pine for Kingdom Com…
- Parenting as Shepherds, Not Engineers | Gaming Dads, Metal Detecting, & Elite Dangerous Adventures - Ep. 369
Being a dad isn’t about engineering your kids’ every move—it’s about shepherding them through life’s adventures. In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into Dr. Russell Barkley’s powerful advice on parenting: guiding your…
- Brewing Beer, Splitting Consoles, Roblox Controversy & Donkey Kong Bonanza – New Dad Gaming Ep. 368
This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff cover the highs and lows of fatherhood and gaming life. From fan mail about homebrewing beer, to kids pitching in for a PS5, to the latest controversy with Roblox knockoffs, it’s another hilario…
- Party Dad IPAs, Grow-a-Garden Addiction & Roblox Rage - New Dad Gaming Ep. 367
Dogs, digital gardens, and dopamine loops—oh my! In this jam-packed episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into: 🐶 Puppy problems and the very real debate: Do we get a dog or keep our freedom? 🍺 Dad beers of the week, including…
- Microbrews, One Piece Cards, and a Not-So-Lost Gaming Challenge – New Dad Gaming Ep. 366
Summer vibes, card battles, and dad dilemmas collide! In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff pour a couple of beverages (from microbreweries and grocery store seltzers), reflect on their infamous “No New Games” challenge, and d…
- D&D and Dads and Drones | New Dad Gaming Ep. 365
To dungeons, to dragons, one family does tread, While another dad decides to the sky he will head. This week both dads drop back into VR, And Death Stranding was beaten, via hoof bike and car. #GamingDad #ParentingAndGaming #DeathStranding…
- Gaming Dad Corners, Switch Lite Joy & Death Stranding Returns | New Dad Gaming Ep. 364
This week on New Dad Gaming , Trevor shares his new dad gaming cubby setup, complete with a Switch Lite gifted by his nephews and an ingenious use of the Quest 3 as a giant PS4 screen. Jeff returns to Death Stranding to prep for its sequel…
- DLC Bribes, Switch Repairs & Magic Cards | New Dad Gaming Ep. 363
What happens when exams meet DLC drops? This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff discuss using video games as parenting bribes—and whether it’s genius or dangerous. Jeff negotiates with his teen over a Hunter: Call of the Wild DLC, whi…
- Switch 2 Temptation & Console Tragedies | New Dad Gaming Ep. 362
A surprise Switch 2 drop, a blue screen of death, and Father’s Day gift loopholes - this episode has it all. Trevor barely escapes the clutches of buying a brand-new Switch 2… but just barely. Meanwhile, Jeff’s aging Switch kicks the bucke…
- Night Rain Temptations & Switch 2 FOMO | New Dad Gaming Ep. 361
This week, Trevor and Jeff face their greatest challenge yet: resisting the urge to break their no-new-games vow. With the Elden Ring Nightreign expansion stealing the spotlight and rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 release buzzing, the tempta…
- Temptation Denied, Goat Madness, and Magic The Gathering Costs
After a brief break (no disasters—just dad life ), Trevor and Jeff are back to talk about holding strong in their no new games challenge—sort of. Jeff’s been tearing up the zombie roads in Days Gone , teaching his kids how to shop smart wi…
- Dad Court: Minecraft Mayhem, Backlog Betrayals, and the Temptation of Oblivion | New Dad Gaming Ep. 359
This week on New Dad Gaming , Trevor and Jeff hold a special session of Dad Court to determine if their backlog challenge has been broken—or if there’s still hope for their gaming honor. Spoiler: Jeff may have withheld some crucial evidenc…
- Minecraft Movie Madness, Missed Projects, and Surprise Nerf Birthdays | New Dad Gaming Ep. 358
This week on New Dad Gaming , Jeff and Trevor trade parenting war stories as they navigate teenage moods, missed school projects, and the absolute chaos of Minecraft movie culture. From last-minute movie plans to self-imposed consequences,…
- The Switch 2 Switch-Up, Mario Kart Open World, and a Surprise Elden Ring Successor | New Dad Gaming Ep. 357
This week on New Dad Gaming , it’s all about the Nintendo Switch 2. Trevor and Jeff dive into Nintendo’s massive announcement, breaking down the upgraded hardware, surprising launch titles, and some truly unexpected exclusives—including Du…
- AI Game Coaches, Elden Ring Redemption, and Letting Go of Teen Independence | New Dad Gaming Ep. 356
This week on New Dad Gaming , the dads are back in the saddle after a run of sickness, vacation, and dad exhaustion. Trevor returns to Elden Ring —this time without cheats—and finds himself rediscovering the magic of adventure, danger, and…
- Gaming Through the Plague, Steam Deck Saves the Day, and League of Legends Dad Challenge | New Dad Gaming Ep. 355
This week on New Dad Gaming , Jeff barely makes it back from the brink after being taken down by the dreaded dad plague—but thanks to the Steam Deck, he managed to game his way through recovery. Trevor and Jeff discuss how portable gaming…
- Steam Deck Joins the Family, V-Bucks Bribery, and League of Legends Challenge | New Dad Gaming Ep. 354
This week on New Dad Gaming , Trevor and Jeff welcome a new gaming dad into the Steam Deck Brigade! A listener writes in about choosing between a gaming PC and a Steam Deck—did they make the right choice? Jeff shares his insights on why th…
- Backlog Progress, Balatro Controversy, and the Spider-Man Reality Check | New Dad Gaming Ep. 353
The dads are back with a backlog challenge update! Trevor thought he was nearly done with Spider-Man Remastered … until he realized he was only halfway through . Jeff, meanwhile, has to resist the temptation of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2…
- Tackling the Backlog Challenge | New Dad Gaming Ep. 352
The dads are taking on a gaming challenge for 2025—no new games, just tackling their massive backlogs! Inspired by a listener, Trevor and Jeff set out to finally complete the games they've collected over the years. They discuss their perso…
- Switch 2 Revealed, Fortnite's Gaming Dad Takeover, and Baldur's Gate 3 Fails | New Dad Gaming Ep.351
This week on New Dad Gaming , the dads dive into the much-anticipated reveal of the Switch 2! Trevor and Jeff share their gaming dad perspectives on what this new console means for families and gamers alike, speculate on pricing, and discu…
- Gaming Dad Resolutions: More Family Time, Backlog Gaming, and No New Games! | New Dad Gaming Ep. 350
As the year draws to a close, the New Dad Gaming duo shares their heartfelt hopes and resolutions for the new year. Trevor and Jeff reflect on cherishing the precious moments with their kids while they’re still young and finding better way…
- Gaming Dad Christmas Poem, Year in Review, and the Games We Loved (or Quit) | New Dad Gaming Ep. 349"
This week on New Dad Gaming , Trevor surprises Jeff (again!) with a heartfelt and hilarious Gaming Dad Christmas poem to kick off the holiday season. Tune in as the dads dive into a year-end review of the games that defined their parenting…
- Gaming with Dads: Path of Exile 2, WWE 2K24, and Christmas Quandaries | New Dad Gaming Ep. 348
This week on New Dad Gaming , Trevor and Jeff reflect on their first-ever live gaming stream with Path of Exile 2 . Spoiler alert: Jeff carried the team while Trevor embraced the role of "revive practice dummy." They discuss the quirky pay…
- Beer Advent Calendars, Sim Racing, and Path of Exile 2 with Kids | New Dad Gaming Ep. 347
This week on New Dad Gaming , Trevor and Jeff explore the world of gaming dads with holiday-themed advent calendars, from beer to Pokémon cards. They share insights on navigating gaming card stores with kids and finding the right vibe for…
- Gaming Dads on Black Friday Finds, Space Games, and Nintendo Night | New Dad Gaming Ep. 346
In this episode of New Dad Gaming , Trevor and Jeff share their Black Friday and Cyber Monday gaming hauls, from the thrilling depths of space games like Elite Dangerous and Everspace 2 to the joy of snagging Spider-Man on sale. They recou…
- Gaming Dads Unite: Balancing School, Christmas, and Roblox Chaos | New Dad Gaming Ep. 345
In this episode of New Dad Gaming , Trevor and Jeff dive into the challenges of parenting while gaming. They share hilarious stories about bribing kids with stuffed cookies to boost school grades, debate the pros and cons of Roblox’s updat…
- Ep. 344 - Gaming Dads Go Hot: Game Awards 2024 Predictions and Debates
In this episode of New Dad Gaming , Trevor and Jeff dive into the Game Awards 2024 nominations with no prep and plenty of hot takes. From debating the merits of Elden Ring DLC in the "Game of the Year" category to championing underdogs lik…
- Ep. 343 - Christmas PS5s and Dad Health Dives
This week Trevor enters death saving throws as he powers through an illness to record, appropriate as Jeff is back in some D&D mechanics with Baulder's Gate 3. A gaming dad wrote in to ask for PS5 game recommendations for his kids as he's…
- Ep. 342 - A Brothership 100 Feet Wide
This week Jeff dips his toes into Gwent, the dads both try out Mario and Luigi Brothership, and the Trevor walks through is new VR gaming setup that has revealed some wild results from NHL 17 and NHL 24. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Pod…