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Giant Bombcast

Giant Bomb
Video Games
Nintendo
Giant Bomb
Game Of the Year
Mario Party
Pokémon
Nintendo Switch
Prince Of Persia: the Lost Crown
Indie Games
Mario Kart
Game Awards
Resident Evil
Metroid Prime 4
Hades II
Death Stranding 2
Astrobot
Silent Hill 2
Halo
Vampire Survivors
Monster Hunter

The Giant Bomb discusses the latest video game news and new releases, answers listener questions, and sometimes gets wildly off-topic in this weekly podcast. Featuring Jan Ochoa, Jeff Grubb, and Jeff Bakalar.

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Latest Episodes

We got a three man team for this pod! Today we dive DEEP into how much we're enjoying The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, Grubb also dives into Queen's Domain, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and more! We also get into the current discussion a... more

Before the crew flies out to Minneapolis for EXTRA LIFE THIS WEEKEND (please tune in), they sit down to talk about Queen's Domain, Penguin Colony, Ace Combat 8, and more! After that, it's time to get Grubby with the news, followed by YOUR emails!

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Spooky season is ahead of us, but have no fear because the Bombcast is here to talk about video games! We circle back to Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Tenebris Somnia, Star Wars: Zero Company, Final Fantasy Resonance, and Phantom Blade Zero! We also ... more

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We've come straight from the Giant Bomb-a-thon and directly onto your Tuesday morning! We get into Jerf and Will's time with the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, DING DONGing in Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and the whiplash of our feelings on C... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Manati
Cleveland streamer, games media personality
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Jeff Grubb
Gaming journalist and guest on show
GamesBeat/News division of various outlets
Episode: Marvel's Wolverine Review Discussion
Ben Hanson
Giant Bomb contributor and guest on episode
Giant Bomb
Episode: Giant Bombcast 950: The Thirties (feat. Ben Hanson)
Abby Russell
Premium content contributor mentioned as a guest on the dump truck segment
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Episode: Giant Bombcast 946: Heaven is REEL
Jessica Cogswell
Editor at GameSpot
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Episode: Giant Bomb @ Nite | Day 2 (presented by Please Wishlist Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2)
Lucy James
Co-host of Summer Game Fest; founder of Looking Okay
Panic / Looking OKAY
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Matt Rorie
former Giant Bomb staff, now involved with Beta Hat collaboration
Beta Hat
Episode: Giant Bombcast 939: Meat Shaped State
Stan Kwon
Managing Director of Beta Hat and ex-General Manager of Giant Bomb
Beta Hat
Episode: Giant Bombcast 939: Meat Shaped State
Matt McMuscles
Video game content creator, guest for dump truck segment
Episode: Giant Bombcast 937: Sausage Lair

Hosts

Jan Ochoa
Giant Bomb presenter
Jeff Grubb
Video game journalist and games news reporter
Jeff Bakalar
Video game journalist and presenter
Mike Minotti
Video game journalist and games media personality
Sean McDowell
Video game journalist and presenter

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 10.2k ratings
  • New line up stinks

    Some really annoying personalities makes it hard for me to listen

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SENÎOR P
    Francea month ago
  • Politics

    The virtue signal cast.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Types92
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show, bad host

    Love the crew but Jan is just a vacuum of personality that thinks volume and funny sounding words fills a podcast instead of insightful thoughts or interesting thoughts. Just keepJimmy jamming along and boot scooting… ugh

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dopetydopedope
    United States2 months ago
  • My favorite video game podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    2 months ago
  • My favorite video game podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    opie3369
    2 months ago

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Fans who enjoy the current cast praise its chemistry, humor, and relaxed group conversation.
Ad breaks and repeated membership promotions are a point of frustration for some listeners.
Some listeners find the banter, interruptions, and off-topic stretches tiring or overly long.
Several reviewers object to the amount of political discussion, while others appreciate the hosts' views on games and culture.
Listeners value the game coverage most when the hosts bring informed, specific criticism and strong news discussion.

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Giant Bombcast 964: Amnesia Girl
Q: What classic monster would make the best video game protagonist, and how could its abilities translate into game mechanics?
The hosts suggest possibilities including the Phantom of the Opera as a stealthy Metroidvania hero, the Creature from the Black Lagoon navigating waterways, and Frankenstein as a destructive brawler.
Giant Bombcast 964: Amnesia Girl
Q: What is the crossover element in Final Fantasy Resonance like, and does it feel fun or gimmicky?
Sean McDowell explains that heroes from across Final Fantasy's history appear as summons through the game's crystals, adapting the mobile game's character-collection concept without its paid mechanics.
Giant Bombcast 963: One Kamehameha
Q: Would you rather be able to physically control your home electronics or owning magic skateboard that gives you the skills of a professional skateboarder?
The panel favors the magical skateboard, with several hosts arguing that becoming a professional skater is more appealing than controlling electronics.
Giant Bombcast 963: One Kamehameha
Q: If you were to play a little guy in a Star Wars project, what would your little guy look and sound like?
The hosts imagine roles ranging from a gonk droid and a tiny Babu Frik-like character to a buff Hutt and a tracksuit-wearing character.
Giant Bombcast 962: EMAIL EXTRAVAGANZA
Q: How do you choose and cover fan-made retro game projects while filtering out AI-generated work?
Sean recommends using GitHub's blocked-user notice to spot projects with Claude contributions, while Jeff says the team will prioritize human-made fan games, mods, and translations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Giant Bombcast

What is Giant Bombcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly, multi-host roundtable on new and upcoming games, gaming news, and the culture around playing and covering games. Regulars Jan Ochoa, Jeff Grubb, Jeff Bakalar, and Mike Minotti trade impressions and criticism, with other Giant Bomb contributors joining the conversation. Discussions range from detailed takes on game design, combat, storytelling, and hardware to industry developments involving publishers, platforms, studios, and labor. Listener questions and personal stories regularly take the conversation beyond games, giving the format a loose, humorous feel alongside its news and criticism. The mix of candid opinions, recurring personalities, gaming knowledge, and off-topic banter suits listeners who enjoy an informal group conver... more

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4. Abby Russell
5. Jessica Cogswell
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7. Matt Rorie
8. Stan Kwon

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