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Nintendo Direct
Fortnite
Square Enix
PS2
Nintendo
Castlevania
Brazilian Twitter
PS5 Pro
Twisters
Persona 3 Reload
Rune Factory
Legend Of Zelda
Star Wars
Microsoft
Flappy Bird
Annapurna Interactive
Weddings
Pokemon
Luigi's Mansion
Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles

It's the Gen Z video game podcast. Tori Domínguez Peek, Noah Hertz and Nathaniel Wilson break down the latest in gaming news, talk about what they're playing and do some deep dives into the industry and their favorite games.

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Latest Episodes

Every year, Tori sits down with her gamer husband to find out what stood out among the many games he played. Join us for a little midweek bonus in the feed with 2025's JGOTYs (Jesse's Games of the Year).

THINGS MENTIONED

Jacob Geller's YouTube vide... more

I see gaming in your future...

THINGS MENTIONED:

00:00 Reviewing over our 2025 predictions

12:00 2026 predictions and what we want to play

34:20 What Tori's Playing

48:20 What Noah's playing

01:00:09 What Nathaniel's playing

01:18:30 Wrapping ... more

We got more OTYs in here than you could ever possibly imagine.

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00:00 Opening and Gift giving

14:34 Nathaniel's long-awaited tierlist

24:36 Tierlists from Discord

37:56 Giveaway!!

39:02 Time for the OTYs starting with... GOTY more

HEY don't forget to join our holiday Wordatro giveaway! Info at the top of the show!!

RED DEAD REDEMPTION 2 SPOILERS: 17:50 - 26:30

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00:00 Intro and holiday giveaway reminder

05:25 What Noah's playing

17:30 What Nathaniel's play... more

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Recent Guests

AJ Fillari
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Episode: Episode 179: Are Pikmin providing free childcare? (feat. AJ Fillari & Matt Horton)
Matt Horton
Podcaster and YouTuber
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Elaine U. Cho
Author of Ocean's Godori
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Episode: Episode 169: The games that made Ocean's Godori (feat. Elaine U. Cho)
Autumn Wright
Critic of video games and animation, freelance writer, and editor.
Episode: Episode 165: Canceling GamePass and Microsoft (feat. Autumn Wright)
Jamal Michel
Writer and games reporter, contributed to major publications like The New York Times and NPR
Episode: Episode 153: Please Be Normal (feat. Jamal Michel)
Tori Domínguez Peek
Episode: Episode 148: Nathaniel's yap session
Noah Hertz
Episode: Episode 148: Nathaniel's yap session
Chase Albee
Co-host of Video Game Podtimism
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Episode: Episode 135: Coworker manga (feat. Chase (VGP, dotzip) and Kim (dotzip, frogs))
Emily Price
Freelance games writer and contributor to Unwinnable.com
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Episode: Episode 131: My Sonic suit is at the tailor (feat. Brendon Bigley and Emily Price)

Hosts

Tori Domínguez Peek
Host and a key figure in engaging discussions about video games, often sharing personal anecdotes and insights.
Noah Hertz
Co-host who brings humor and critical perspectives to the gaming discussions, often focusing on industry trends and personal gaming experiences.
Nathaniel Wilson
Co-host known for engaging storytelling and personal gaming anecdotes, often exploring deeper themes in the industry and connecting them with pop culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Smokable

    Show us extremely smokable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brannon H.
    United States2 months ago
  • funny chill

    loves it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    varialflips
    United States6 months ago
  • 5 stars

    a really good video game podcast the hosts have good banter good politics and good takes on video games

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elijah 🧦
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice chill podcast

    Been out with COVID this week and binged all episodes of this jrpg/video essay review show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tudbdxbjaj
    Australia3 years ago
  • Can't Get Enough

    i've been binging this podcast for the past month, while working at the worst job known to man. Tori and Noah give an authentic perspective on the latest in games and it's so refreshing to hear.

    Jolly good show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K-K-K-KALI!
    United States3 years ago

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Many find the episodes refreshing and relatable, particularly in their approach to current gaming events and trends.
Listeners appreciate the informal yet insightful discussions on video games and the hosts' humorous interactions.
The podcast is praised for its inclusivity and thoughtful critique of the gaming culture, resonating with a young audience.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#185
Singapore/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#217
South Africa/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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Press START plays: Tony Hawk's Underground 2
Q: What do you think I missed by dropping the series after Pro Skater 3?
You missed the chance to experience innovative gameplay mechanics and deeper customization in later series entries.
Press START plays: Tony Hawk's Underground 2
Q: How do you feel about this era of cheats and unlockables?
The unlock system is very engaging, rewarding players for exploration and skill.
Episode 138: Where we dropping, Arianators? (feat. Rowndlet)
Q: How did you first get into video games?
I have three brothers, and one of them was playing Lego Star Wars. I was interested in joining them, which started my journey into gaming.

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Focused on the vibrant landscape of video games, this podcast offers a Gen Z perspective on the latest gaming news and industry trends. The engaging hosts share personal anecdotes about their gaming experiences while exploring a variety of topics including game reviews, cultural impacts of gaming, and interviews with creators. Unique elements such as tier lists and interactive discussions about personal favorite games help foster a sense of community among listeners, making each episode not only informative but also entertaining. With a mix of humor and critical insights, it appeals to gaming enthusiasts who appreciate both light-hearted banter and deeper discussions of the gaming world.

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2. Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast
3. Girl Mode
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5. NPC: Next Portable Console

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Press START launched 4 years ago and published 198 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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1. AJ Fillari
2. Matt Horton
3. Elaine U. Cho
4. Autumn Wright
5. Jamal Michel
6. Tori Domínguez Peek
7. Noah Hertz
8. Chase Albee

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