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Critical Arcade

Nick Hendrix
Gunstar Heroes
Video Games
I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream
Lego Movie Videogame
Sayonara Wild Hearts
Sega Mega Drive
Telltale Games
Astro Bot
Sega Genesis
Treasure
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools Of Destruction
Harlan Ellison
Erica
The Lego Movie
Stray
Steller Blade
Castlevania
Crysis 2
Tales Of Vesperia

Welcome to the award-winning Critical Arcade Podcast, the ultimate destination for all things gaming. Every week, our hosts Nick and Dave will be taking you on a journey through the world of video games, where they’ll be reviewing the greatest releases through time, as well as diving into the rich history of gaming.

Whether you’re a hardcore gamer looking for an in-depth analysis of the newest tri... more

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This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick lock, load, and launch themselves back into the loot-splattered insanity of Borderlands 4. Once again, the galaxy is on the brink of chaos, and naturally, the only two people crazy enough to handle it are o... more

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick step into the desolate, war-torn world of Hell is Us. Set in a country ripped apart by years of civil strife and buried secrets, the game forces them to navigate a landscape where danger comes from both sid... more

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave finally get their hands on Lost Soul Aside, the game that spent longer in development than Dave did in college. They step into the boots of Kaser, a moody anime protagonist with more hair gel than common se... more

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick lock and load as they stomp into the gritty, blood-soaked battlefields of Gears of War Reloaded. Humanity is on its last legs, cornered and desperate, after the ground splits open and unleashes the monstrou... more

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Co-host of the Critical Arcade Podcast, engaging in lively discussions about video game history and trends.
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Fun Reviews of Variety of Games

    This is a cool niche podcast dealing with video games past and present. It’s cool to hear the thoughts on the gameplay and other aspects of the games. There’s even some good humor to keep things light.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C2theN
    United States2 years ago
  • Power Up!

    Nick and Dave do a great job hosting this podcast! And I loooove the “insider” peek into the gaming industry too. Well done guys! 🙌 Vin

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vinniepotestivo
    United States2 years ago
  • If you are a gamer…

    Nick and Dave deliver the promise of their podcasting. If you are a gamer and are looking for anything related to video games, new releases, hacks inside scoops etc. then this podcast is for you and a must listen. To be honest however I would’ve given it 4.5 stars if that was an option as the podcast episodes are a bit long a little too much banter. as a podcast aficionado I know that you want to keep the audiences attention. As I was listening to some episodes, I literally had to tune out and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    moodfixer
    United States2 years ago
  • Game Reviews

    I enjoy gaming and have been looking for new games to play, which is how I found this podcast. The discussion of gameplay and mechanics is enjoyable, and the asides and stories work well. I look forward to dipping into this show’s previous episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jodwriter
    United States2 years ago
  • Good stuff

    Truly good stuff. The hosts know what they’re talking about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lord_Nigel
    South Africa3 years ago

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The show offers a broad exploration of video games, encompassing reviews of both contemporary AAA titles and nostalgic classics. Each episode features lively discussions led by the hosts, who analyze gameplay mechanics, narratives, and cultural impacts of games while incorporating humor and personal anecdotes. A notable aspect is the engagement with industry trends and insights from influential figures in gaming, providing listeners with a well-rounded perspective on both gameplay and the video game industry as a whole.

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Critical Arcade launched 3 years ago and published 124 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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