Two dads get together on Sunday to talk about video games and pop culture while our kids mess up the audio.
GameDads
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41 episodes
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Two dads get together on Sunday to talk about video games and pop culture while our kids mess up the audio.
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5/7/2023
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Recent Episodes
April 16, 2026
Gamedads - 43 - Traffic-Free Factories & Final Fantasies
In this episode of the Game Dads podcast, the hosts—two dads who balance parenting and gaming—catch up on a chaotic few weeks of life. They share major personal updates: one host had adenoids removed, bought a Kia Telluride to fit a growing family, picked up a new TCL TV with playback quirks, and dealt with baby naps and shaving mishaps that surprised the kids. Between family stories they talk about the end of the school year, summer plans, and how parenting shapes when and how they play.On the gaming front, a major chunk of the show is devoted to Satisfactory: the hosts dig into the experimental update that overhauls vehicle navigation by routing vehicles to avoid traffic jams. They explain how the change will simplify logistics, remove pile-ups, and alter factory design decisions, and how this one tweak can dramatically reshape a veteran player’s late-game strategy.They also dive deep into Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, recounting experiences jumping into hard mode, adjusting loadouts and materia, and re-learning precision blocking, MP management, and stagger tactics. The hosts discuss Gilgamesh, proto-relic quests, character strengths (Tifa, Yuffie, Aerith, Cloud, Barret), and plans to revisit the game on other platforms and with performance patches.Other games discussed include a Hollow Knight playthrough and next-gen improvements, Resident Evil Requiem (classic-mode speedrun attempts and why one host ranks Resident Evil 9 highly), and brief mentions of Pocopia and Switch 2 performance expectations. They reflect on how games respect players’ time, offer different play styles, and provide ways to unwind after parenting duties.Family and kids gaming get spotlight time: both kids are making progress in Mario Wonder, one child can play multiple levels solo, while controller ergonomics keep the younger sibling from fully joining in. The conversation touches on device frustrations, multiplayer frustrations, and the small victories of getting kids to play independently.Expect a warm, conversational episode that moves between real-life parenting anecdotes and thoughtful game analysis—covering patch-driven gameplay changes, hard-mode strategy breakdowns, favorite moments from current playthroughs, and how family life intersects with their hobby. Perfect for parents who game and gamers who love hearing the human side of play.
March 23, 2026
Gamedads - 42 - Croup and Console Wars: A Game Dad’s Catch-Up
On this episode of the Game Dad's Podcast, hosts Aaron and Brett catch up after a brutal household run of flu and COVID, share a terrifying — and then hilarious — croup story, and ease back into life and work. The conversation pivots to games: a full breakdown of the new Resident Evil (Leon vs. Grace campaigns and the RE Engine lore threads), impressions of Crisis Core and its combat flow, and retro sessions with Chrono Trigger (including a deep dive into a notoriously tricky boss and the controversial Chrono death/resurrection choice), Pokémon Leaf Green, Mario Wonder, and progress toward Resident Evil platinums. They also spotlight smaller releases and favorites — Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Satisfactory, Marvel Rivals — and why some of these under-the-radar picks are worth your time and money. On the pop-culture side, Aaron and Andrea revisit 30 Rock — why the show’s political satire holds up in 2026 — and launch into a spirited defense of Teen Titans Go, arguing its humor, cultural coding, and meta-commentary are misunderstood by many viewers. The episode closes with industry chatter — Xbox’s rumored "Project Helix," leadership and pricing concerns, and why healthy competition matters — plus a heartfelt parenting moment: Dom’s kindergarten teacher praises her kindness and inclusion, offering proud reassurance to the hosts. Expect personal anecdotes, spoiler-heavy Chrono Trigger talk, game recommendations, TV takes, and plenty of dad humor as the crew teases future scheduling and signs off.
February 9, 2026
Gamedads - 41 - The 2025 Brettley Awards (Nintendo Switch 2 Edition)
Join the Game Dads for a special episode: the 2025 Brettley Awards — Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. The hosts kick off with light, nostalgic banter about Pokémon — from watching the Indigo League on Netflix to critiques of modern Game Freak releases, Pikachu’s inconsistent power portrayals, and the clever loading tricks that make classic Pokémon feel seamless. They also riff on collectibles, adult fandom, and how franchise focus has shifted since the original creators’ early, eccentric ideas. Next up: the awards. This episode is a lively, category-driven roast and celebration where the hosts alternate nominees and winners. Highlights include Anime Voice Actor of the Year (with special praise for Zeno Robinson), Anime of the Year (Dan to Dan season two), and the Digital Dust Award for games they never quite finished (winner: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion). They also name Xbox their Biggest Disappointment of the year, and award Donkey Kong the Don’t Say Anything prize for best silent protagonist. Movie and TV coverage features passionate takes on Sinners (winner of Movie of the Year), One Battle After Another, Superman, and a surprise love for anime films like Demon Slayer and Chainsaw Man. On television, Creature Commandos earns a standout mention for subversive, earned storytelling, alongside Twisted Metal season 2, Dragon Ball Daima and more. The hosts praise memorable moments, voice performances and how certain shows exceeded expectations. Game discussion runs from indie time-sinks to AAA remakes: Robocop Rogue City is highlighted among non-2025 game picks, Marvel Rivals’ live-ops loop is lauded for player engagement, Satisfactory and Monster Hunter World get personal shout-outs, and Ball X Pit (Ball Expert) is recognized as a surprise addictive time-sink. The episode’s Game of the Year goes to Donkey Kong Bonanza — praised as a brilliant, nostalgic-yet-modern 3D Donkey Kong that many felt justified a Switch 2 purchase. Throughout the show the hosts mix deep fandom analysis with personal storytelling: why English voice acting now shines, how anime like Mashal, Shangri-La Frontier, Solo Leveling and Campfire Cooking Delivered delight and warmth, and why Dragon Ball Daima hit a sweet spot for longtime fans. They also debate console pricing, Steam machine rumors, and the shifting economics of modern hardware. The episode wraps with lighter moments and real-life advice — a reminder to make time for people not screens (the hosts describe a nightly ritual of playing cards and talking). The Brettley Awards close with absent-shoutouts (a missed cameo from Dickie Simpkins), playful prize descriptions, and invitations to continue the conversation next time.
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