Knights of the Video Game Table Podcast

About Knights of the Video Game Table Podcast

Four old friends talk about video games and other nerdy/geeky stuff.

Publisher

KVGT Crew

Category

leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 May 2009

Latest episode

26 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

225 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Apr 2026

   Less Blockbuster, More Hollywood Video (Episode 209)

   Let’s Make It A Blockbuster Night Quick correction: At the start of this episode, we mentioned this was episode 210. Due to shifting the upcoming KVGT Hot Wings Challenge from a full episode to a special, this is now Episode 209 instead. Episode Description KVGT is back with another round of life updates, gaming catch-ups, and a deep dive into one of the biggest trends in entertainment right now. Jeremy, Patrick, Kevin, and Frank settle in with their usual mix of stories, shows, and games before tackling a bigger question: are we living in a golden age of revivals, or is the industry playing it safe? From anime binges to multiplayer chaos and nostalgic throwbacks, the crew sets the stage before diving into a conversation sparked by the Gears of War E-Day showcase, exploring what it means for the future of gaming, franchises, and originality. Topics Covered Life Updates (Non-Gaming) Jeremy balancing dad life, rebuilding his company website, and revisiting shows like Castle and Psych. Patrick juggling life changes, including moving his parents, getting back into the gym, and a trip to Old Spaghetti Factory. Kevin deep in anime mode with series like Frieren, Goblin Slayer, One Piece, and more. Frank catching up on shows like The Bear, Outer Range, and diving into content from Red Letter Media. A mix of everyday life, routines, and the ongoing effort to stay balanced while still gaming. What We’ve Been Playing Jeremy: Lunar: Silver Star Story Remaster, Lethal Company, YapYap, Devour, A Day Out, Marvel Rivals, and Mario Party Jamboree. Patrick: Marvel Rivals, YapYap, Lethal Company, UNO, Burglar Gnomes, Garten of BanBan, Resident Evil 4, Left 4 Dead 2, A Day Out, Devour, and Retro Rewind. Frank: Loop Hero, After Inc. Revival, and Pokémon TCGP. Kevin: Continuing his journey in World of Warcraft. Main Topic: The Revival Debate The crew dives into the Gears of War: E-Day showcase and uses it as a launching point for a bigger discussion: Are we in a golden age of revivals, where classic franchises are being reimagined the right way? Or are we entering a “coward age” of entertainment, where studios rely too heavily on nostalgia instead of taking risks? The conversation explores: Why remakes and remasters succeed (or fail) The role nostalgia plays in both gaming and movies Whether studios are innovating or just playing it safe Which franchises deserve a comeback—and which should be left alone It’s part industry analysis, part nostalgia trip, and part passionate debate about where gaming is headed next. Notable Moments The group reflecting on how much of their current gaming still ties back to older franchises. Kevin casually running through an entire anime catalog like it’s a checklist. Multiplayer chaos continuing to be a core part of KVGT’s identity. The shift from “what we loved” to “what should come back” sparking some strong opinions. The realization that not every classic needs a second life… but some absolutely do. What Next? What do you think? Are we in a golden age of revivals, or has entertainment gotten too comfortable playing it safe? 📧 kvgt04@gmail.com And follow KVGT across the realms: 🐦 Twitter: @KVGTpodcast (http://www.twitter.com/kvgtpodcast) 📸 Instagram: @KVGTpodcast (http://www.instagram.com/kvgtpodcast) Episodes drop monthly (on a day ending in “Y,” as Patrick helpfully noted in a previous episode). Thanks for hanging out—see you next month!

2. 

   29 Jan 2026

   You Can’t Say That On Twitch (Episode 208)

   Reviving an old favorite Episode Description KVGT returns with a new episode full of post-holiday recovery, gaming catch-ups, and the kind of conversations that only happen when four long-time friends get comfortable behind the mics. Jeremy, Patrick, Kevin, and Frank share New Year reflections, recent adventures, and what they’ve been playing lately before diving into a brand-new segment that’s already destined to return. To cap things off, Jeremy hosts the first-ever KVGT Video Game Trivia, putting the crew’s gaming knowledge to the test and proving that confidence, creativity, and wrong answers can be just as entertaining as getting things right. Topics Covered Housekeeping .Testing out audio-only YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels. Ongoing experimentation with content formats as KVGT settles into its monthly groove. Life Updates (Non-Gaming) Jeremy talks Christmas celebrations, post-holiday sickness, and ringing in the New Year. Patrick reflects on the holidays, a trip to Monterey Bay, and a refreshed mindset heading into the new year. Kevin dives into anime season, catching up on shows like One Punch Man, Ranma ½, Tengoku Daimakyo, and Wise Man’s Grandchild, plus dealing with a New Year cold. Frank checks in with his own post-holiday routine and day-to-day updates. Lighthearted (and sometimes unfortunate) food and health stories make their way into the mix. What We’ve Been Playing Jeremy: Lunar: Silver Star Story Remastered, Kirby Air Ride, Marvel Rivals, and a selection of retro games while family was visiting, including Goof Troop (SNES). Plus multiplayer chaos with Liar’s Bar, Lethal Company, Don’t Scream Together, and REPO. Patrick: Multiplayer horror nights with Lethal Company, Liar’s Bar, Don’t Scream Together, and REPO, alongside Marvel Rivals, Lost Records, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Dead Island, Black Myth: Wukong, and RV There Yet. Frank: Settling into longer sessions with Fallout Shelter, Fallout 4, and RimWorld. Kevin: Spending time in New World, Baldur’s Gate 3, and Mario Party. Video Game Trivia The debut of KVGT Video Game Trivia, hosted by Jeremy. Questions covering iconic characters, classic games, console history, studios, and memorable gaming moments. A mix of confident answers, wild guesses, and creative wrong responses. Friendly competition, laughter, and just enough chaos to guarantee this won’t be the last time trivia shows up on KVGT. Notable Moments The realization that holiday recovery sometimes takes longer than the holidays themselves. Kevin casually listing anime like it’s a full-time job. The group discovering just how dangerous confidence can be during trivia. Wrong answers that somehow feel more entertaining than the correct ones. The collective agreement that trivia needs to come back… soon. What Next? Want to submit trivia questions, suggest future topics, or throw a game into the spotlight for an upcoming episode? We want to hear from you. 📧 kvgt04@gmail.com And follow KVGT across the realms: 🐦 Twitter: @KVGTpodcast (http://www.twitter.com/kvgtpodcast) 📸 Instagram: @KVGTpodcast (http://www.instagram.com/kvgtpodcast) Episodes drop monthly (on a day ending in “Y,” as Patrick helpfully noted in a previous episode). Thanks for hanging out—see you next month!

3. 

   30 Dec 2025

   Where The Headphones At? (Episode 207)

   Reviving an old favorite Episode Description It’s the holiday send-off episode for 2025. Jeremy, Patrick, Kevin, and Frank check in on life, work, conventions, and the ongoing “we’re actually being consistent now” era of KVGT. After some quick gaming updates, the crew leans into seasonal nostalgia and swaps stories about classic Christmas gaming moments from growing up in the 80s and 90s, including late-night console sessions, renting games from Blockbuster, and that magic feeling when a new system felt like a generational leap. To close things out, KVGT brings back a fan-favorite segment: Versus, now with a new cinematic twist. Topics Covered Life Updates (Non-Gaming) Jeremy’s second week as a full-time stay-at-home dad and the behind-the-scenes grind of rebuilding the KVGT website. Holiday season chaos and the “how is it already Thanksgiving/December?” feeling. Frank and Patrick hitting a comic con, visiting a friend’s booth, and getting the itch to go to more conventions. The legendary crab feed (and Kevin catching heat for missing it). Kevin becoming a regular at a San Francisco pub and accidentally turning “going out” into a hobby. What We’ve Been Playing Jeremy steps away from DC Universe Online and talks about finally losing the pull. A co-op horror night in Devour featuring a new carnival map, plus some frustration with one of the game’s tougher levels. Patrick’s time with the newest Call of Duty and why the internet outrage doesn’t match his experience. Marvel Rivals updates and experimenting with a new character kit. Patrick returning to Silent Hill F for a second playthrough. Frank wrapping up his obsession run with Infection Free Zone and returning to Rocket League after years away (and discovering how “rust” works in real-time). Kevin going deep into Baldur’s Gate 3, including the joys and dangers of “perfect outcome” decision-making. Versus Returns Versus is back, and it’s getting the full KVGT glow-up. This is our “nerd bar fight” segment where we toss two iconic characters into the same arena and argue it out like it’s the most important court case in gaming history. The difference in 2025? It’s more curated, more cinematic, and we’re bringing in a KVGT-trained AI to help generate tighter matchups, add flavorful fight breakdowns, and serve as a tiebreaker when the table inevitably deadlocks. Same chaos, better scaffolding. Samus Aran vs. Doom Slayer @ Midgar (Final Fantasy 7) Samus Aran isn’t just a bounty hunter, she’s a one-person tactical strike team in a power suit. She fights like a scientist with a cannon: patient, methodical, and always gathering information before committing. With long-range firepower, mobility tricks, and the kind of adaptability that comes from surviving hostile alien worlds on the regular, Samus thrives when she can control space, use cover intelligently, and force her opponent to play her game. The Doom Slayer is the exact opposite kind of nightmare. He’s pure forward pressure, a walking apocalypse with a toolkit designed to keep momentum never-ending. He doesn’t “engage,” he arrives like a violent weather system, chaining weapons and movement with relentless purpose. The longer he stays close, the worse your life gets. In a battlefield like Midgar’s wreckage, the question becomes brutally simple: can Samus keep the fight at her preferred distance long enough to dismantle him, or does the Slayer close the gap and turn Sector 7 into a one-person horror show? Who do you think wins: Samus or the Doom Slayer? Drop a comment and make your case. And if you’ve got a matchup you want us to throw into the arena next, send it in. Holiday Nostalgia Classic memories of opening consoles, staying up way too late, and sharing games with family. The “wow” moment of early PlayStation era upgrades: CD audio, intros, and graphics that felt unreal at the time. Christmas gaming staples: NES, Genesis, Madden, Twisted Metal, and the magic of that first real “next-gen leap.” A side tangent into tech nostalgia, including old TVs, old phones, and how quickly everyday tech becomes “ancient artifacts.” Notable Moments Jeremy calling out the new intro still throwing him off, mid-intro. The group roasting their own “consistency era” while actively trying to be consistent. The crab feed talk turning into a culinary victory lap (and Kevin getting dragged for missing it). Frank describing Rocket League “warm-up science” like it’s a sacred ritual. Kevin casually revealing that his BG3 “playtime” and his “save file time” are wildly different… for reasons. The Versus segment returning with full dramatic narration, instantly provoking maximum group chaos. AI picking a different winner than the hosts, which immediately becomes part of the fun. What Next? Got a Versus matchup you want us to debate? Or want us to cover a specific game, topic, or bit of gaming news next month? Send it in. 📧 kvgt04@gmail.com And follow KVGT across the realms: 🐦 Twitter: @KVGTpodcast (http://www.twitter.com/kvgtpodcast) 📸 Instagram: @KVGTpodcast (http://www.instagram.com/kvgtpodcast) Episodes drop monthly (on a day ending in “Y,” as Patrick helpfully noted in a previous episode). Thanks for hanging out—see you next month!

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