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Thumb Cramps

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Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem
Timesplitters 2
Super Mario Galaxy
Faith: the Unholy Trinity
The Legend Of Zelda: Twilight Princess
Knuckle Sandwich
Fortnite
Tears Of the Kingdom
Nintendo Gamecube
Gamecube
Turok: Evolution
PC Building Simulator
3D Pinball: Space Cadet
Frog Detective
Sonic Heroes
The Legend Of Zelda
Thumb Cramps
Helldivers 2
Wii
Mother Series

Thumb Cramps is a weekly video game review podcast hosted by Professional Gamers Joel Duscher and Jackson Baly as they are joined each week by special guests to take a look at what games they’ve been playing lately. New releases, retro games, AAA titles and even real life experiences are all equally judged and reviewed on Thumb Cramps. New episodes every Friday.

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PublishesWeeklyEpisodes362Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This week on Thumb Cramps, Oct! New Release Tobers! continues with all three hosts, Joel, Jackson and Ruby Innes, finally together in the same room to check out the freshest releases in gaming! Join them as they look at Pac-Man World 2: Re-PAC for th... more

This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s time to experience the freshest games available that will leave you screaming Oct! as they celebrate Oct! New Release Tobers! A month dedicated to exclusively fresh and new games and who better to join them on this fre... more

This week on Thumb Cramps, all Septendogs must go to heaven and to help them celebrate the final week of this month they’re joined by Scaredy Boys’ very own Sean Carney to look at Dog’s Life for the PS2, Nintendogs + Cats for the 3DS and Fortnite Bli... more

This week on Thumb Cramps, the Septendogs celebration continues as they’re joined by Steph Panecasio and Ricky from Good Games Morley to look at Hotdog Quest: One With Everything for the Steam Deck, Fallout 4 for the Steam Deck, Dog Witch for the PC ... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Carney
One of the hosts of Scaredy Boys and How Good's Footie
Scaredy Boys
Episode: Dog's Life and Other Games (Ft. Sean Carney)
Darcy Smith
Game developer and guest on Thumb Cramps
Studio Folly
Episode: Pokemon Trading Card Game and Other Games (Ft. Darcy Smith and Woody)
Lena Moon
Twitch streamer, comedian, writer
Episode: Daemon X Machina and Other Games (Ft. Lena Moon)
Tom Reed
Guest on the episode
Episode: Doom 3 and Other Games (Ft. Tom Reed)
Ruby Innes
Video game critic and guest
Episode: Bubsy: Paws on Fire! and Other Games (Ft. Ruby Innes)
Cass Paige
Guest on the podcast
Episode: Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP and Other Games (Ft. Cass Paige)
Nick Mason
Guest on Thumb Cramps and host of The Weekly Planet
The Weekly Planet
Episode: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Other Games (Ft. Nick Mason)
Steph Panecasio
Editor of GamesHub
GamesHub
Episode: Max Payne and Other Games (Ft. Steph Panecasio and Zac Naoum)
Zac Naoum
Podcaster and gaming enthusiast
Episode: Max Payne and Other Games (Ft. Steph Panecasio and Zac Naoum)

Hosts

Joel Duscher
Host of the show, bringing humor and personal anecdotes from gaming culture, skilled in storytelling and connecting with the audience.
Jackson Baly
Co-host alongside Joel, known for his comedic timing and engaging discussions on various gaming topics, enhancing the overall experience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • One Host Dead, One Missing?

    If you like true crime or serial, you’ll love listening along as host Joel Duscher actively plots how to replace his cohosts after their untimely disappearance. Previous host Joel Zammit continues to appear as a guest from beyond the grave, as does breakfast radio darling and fart ghost Hayden Bleechmore!

    If you like video games you’ll love reviews of new and old games, casual and sweaty, including reviews by previous hosts and guests including industry devs and designers, historians, and other... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Velvet Revolver Ocelot
    United Statesa month ago
  • Insomnia cure?

    The other night I was having trouble falling asleep, but I remembered reading about how it can help to think about things you’re looking forward to the next day. All I could think about was how it was going to be Friday and a new Thumb Cramps episode would be dropping, then I slept like a baby.. I’m horrified??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    arniie13
    Australiaa month ago
  • Enjoyably Chaotic

    Like all the shows from Sanspants, Thumb Cramps is definitely worth the listen. You’ll learn a bit, laugh a lot, and partake in some friends riffing about their shared love of gaming.

    Best gaming podcast I listen to, two thumbs and a knuck.

    Ps: one of you should try Kenshi seeing as you enjoy games that periodically punish you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quenton3212
    Canadaa month ago
  • They CAN get you

    This afternoon I walked past Joel on the footpath and realised that even though he spared me this time, they can, in fact, “get me” if I don’t write a review.

    Now that I’m safe: shout out to mud, shout out to Sydney Rd!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skittles McDonut
    Australiaa month ago
  • This podcast can expose you to chemicals including Thumb Juice which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    BotaBotaBota
    a month ago

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Many reviews mention the engaging discussions and the light-hearted banter that makes the podcast enjoyable and relatable.
Some listeners note the podcast's ability to blend gaming discussions with personal anecdotes, which keeps the content fresh and dynamic.
Listeners appreciate the humor and camaraderie of the hosts, often highlighting the podcast's entertaining take on gaming culture.
There are mixed feelings regarding specific guests, with some listeners expressing preferences for regular hosts over certain guest appearances.

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#183
Australia/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

God of War: Chains of Olympus and Other Games (Ft. Tom Reed)
Q: Have you played a God of War game before?
I have played that God of War where you fight and kill all of the Greek gods for the titans.
God of War: Chains of Olympus and Other Games (Ft. Tom Reed)
Q: How many thumbs are you giving God of War: Chains of Olympus?
I'm going to go four thumbs, actually, you know what? I'm going to bump that up. Four thumbs and a knock.
Monster Hunter Wilds and Other Games (Ft. Matthew Jackson from Toot Games)
Q: If you were to recommend a starting game for Monster Hunter, which one would it be?
I'd recommend starting with 'Monster Hunter World' for newcomers, but if you want an old school experience, 'Monster Hunter Freedom Unite' is a great choice.
WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Party Game$! and Other Games (Ft. Adam Carnevale)
Q: Tell us about Jarren's Outpost.
Jarren's Outpost is a board game based on a popular D&D campaign, featuring characters and narratives from that world.
Cursed to Golf and Other Games (Ft. Andrew Levins)
Q: What do you think of Fallen Leaf?
Levins expresses that Fallen Leaf could potentially be his favorite game of the year.

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1. Sean Carney
2. Darcy Smith
3. Lena Moon
4. Tom Reed
5. Ruby Innes
6. Cass Paige
7. Nick Mason
8. Steph Panecasio

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