Big news! NX is now available on its own dedicated feed, so please look for us there and subscribe! After this episode, the dedicated NX podcast feed will be the ONLY place to listen to new episodes of NX! Indie World! New NSO games! Silksong? Don't be daft. We've got the lot on the world's most relaxed Nintendo podcast. Here's the full rundown:
- Why F-Zero X is the greatest racing game of all time by Smark Maultby.
- Why Pokemon Violet is quite shite by Tylor
- The unappreciated charms of Rainworld by Smark Maultby
- To rename or not rename in Chrono Trigger and other JRPGS by Tylor and Ethan
* Indie World? Is it a world, really?
* Mario or Smario by Tylor
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageExciting news! NX is now available on its own dedicated feed, so please look for us there and subscribe! After episode 10, the dedicated NX podcast feed will be the ONLY place to listen to new episodes of NX!
Look. Every episode I try to inject some personality into these descriptions that nobody reads, but it's a bank holiday today, and quite frankly I can't be arsed. So instead, below is the exact message Smark sent me about this episode:
Games discussed - Dune 2 (not a game), Chrono Trigger, Mario vs DK, Metroid Prime HD, Vampire Survivors, Pokemon Violet
News/Topics - F-Zero is it shite?
Princess Peach review round-up
EShop Sale
Easter Gaming feature
Mario or Smario
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this episode, Smark and the Smarkettes discuss Balatro, Suika Game, Mar10 Day and something called... Pokémon, which I don't believe they've ever mentioned before.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this episode of The World's Most Educational Casual Gaming Podcast, we give our Unicorn Overlord review in progress; our first impressions of New Star GP and take a look at upcoming releases for the rest of the month. All that sounds quite sensible in theory, doesn't it? Don't be fooled.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messagePlayStation lay-offs! Pokemon announcements! Balatro! Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth! Cobalt Core! Tails of Iron! Persona 3 Reload! A new quiz format and the obligatory c-bomb from Alex rounds out another edition of the world's most casual casual gaming podcast.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageJoin the gang as we break down the recent Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase and ask all the big questions. Does Snake Rattle 'n' Roll still hold up? Did it ever? Is Pocket Card Jockey even a real game? Why does it feel so nice to say "Contra: Operation Galuga"? Try it: Galooooga. Galooooooga. Lovely stuff.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageHey!
The Switch 2 rumour mill keeps on chugging. Although mills don't actually chug, do they? I suppose former host of Channel 5's Games World, Bob Mills, looks like he's chugged a few pints in his time... So there we go. Mills can chug. Now shut up and let me get on with this.
Er... Switch 2, yeah. That's covered here. We've also played a bunch of stuff, including Super Mario RPG, Cassette Beasts, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown and Case of the Golden Idol.
There's also an EPIC game of Mario or Smario to finish you off.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageHey! Let's talk about the games we're looking forward to in the year of our lord 2024, shall we? Also covered on this week's show: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown; Tekken 8 and The Last of Us Part II Remastered.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/message2024 baybeeeeeeee! Strap in for a big one.
This week, we're joined by one of our most ravishing patrons and PROPER GAMES JOURNALIST, Nate Ellingsworth, to pick his brains on Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown.
We also look ahead to Nintendo's 2024, and look back at other years that end in a 4.
Hey, what's your favourite year that ends in a 4? Mine is probably 1984, because of the novel by George Orwell. I've never read it, but I have a beloved aunt who lives under the Orwell Bridge near Ipswich.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageIt's that time of the year again, folks. Join Dan, Lewis, Alex and Ben as they give you the DEFINITIVE games of the year in the only award ceremony that counts.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageJoin Smark, Tylor and Ethan as they reflect on what's certainly been another year for Nintendo. Another great year? Terrible year? You'll need to listen to find out.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThe lads sit down and discuss their updated top tens and how they feel about the latest GTA 6 trailer!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAaaaaaand we're back. It's been a crazy few weeks but we're back in action, catching up on everything we've picked up and played, including Alan Wake 2, Baldur's Gate 3, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Spider-Man 2 and the PlayStation Portal.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOcarina of Time is finally old enough to drink in Eritrea.
Join us as we celebrate this momentous occasion. We also discuss the best Nintendo Black Friday deals; Game Awards nominations and give our first impressions of Super Mario RPG.
The NX boys are back with more thoughts on Super Mario Bros. Wonder; responses to your fantastic listener questions; their dream cast for the recently confirmed Zelda movie and, of course, a cheeky round of Mario or Smario.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageWhat the FFFFFFFlower Kingdom is this???
It's a brand new, 100% Nintendo focussed podcast from Cross Players alumni and Ninty pervs, Smark, Tylor, and Ethan.
Join them for their thoughts on all the lovely Nintendo games they've been playing and, of course, the big new Switch release, Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
And if 2 hours of these goombas isn't enough, watch out for the next episode of our Patreon podcast, Bin Chat, which you can access for a mere £2 per month over at patreon.com/thecrossplayers
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageKeen readers of episode titles will already know that this one is about Forza Motorsport, Cocoon & EA Sports FC 24. But hold on there, clever clogs, because we also cover sexy times in Baldur's Gate 3; October's Sweet Releases and catch up on the latest Fantasy Critic movers and shakers.
On this week's show we discuss Baldur's Gate 3; EA Sports FC 24 and that other hit game of recent memory, Knights of the Old Republic. Which is a Star Wars game for virgins.
Our topic of the week is 'Game Genres We've Grown to Love' - let us know yours!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageXbox leaks! Tokyo Game Show! Unity blunder! Gunbrella! Starfield! Armored Core VI! Pikmin 4! Inscryption! F-Zero 99! Trombone Champ! Shotgun King! Bad impressions of Dan! This episode has all this and more. Enjoy.
On this week's episode, we give our first (and in some cases, last) impressions of Starfield, pick through the latest news and squeeze in a big old quiz at the end. We also talk about doing a Fantasy Critic update, but then completely forget about it.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this week's CrossCast, we cover all the latest gaming news, along with what we've been playing (Baldur's Gate 3, Marvel Snap, Vampire Survivor, Pokemon, Pistol Whip) before discussing the PlayStation Portal announcement in full.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this week's CrossCast, we cover all the latest gaming news, along with what we've been playing (Baldur's Gate 3, Pikmin 4, EA Sports FC24, Pyre, The Room VR) before using our collective genius to create our dream arcade bar experience.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageJoin Dan, Alex and Ethan as they talk Pokemon Presents, Pikmin 4 and Baldur’s Gate 3.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageWe just got our filthy little paws on the upcoming co-op mode of one of our absolute favourites from last year, Vampire Survivors. We give our first impressions, piddle about with some PSVR2 chat and a wee bit of Street Fighter 6 before casting our beady eye upon what's coming out in August.
For a chance to win 1 of 3 Vampire Survivors t-shirts, drop your preferred size (M, L or XL) in the comments of the video version of this episode!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLewis gets a new toy; the lads debate which platform has the best online offering and then, inexplicably, there's an RE quiz at the end.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAfter a bit of a summer break, we’re back with a bumper-sized Pick Up and Play before flexing our considerable business acumen to devise the most predatory loot box ideas imaginable.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this week’s episode we dive deep into Final Fantasy 16 and take a look back at the first half of 2023, before finishing off with an epic quiz.
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this episode Dan, Alex and Ben pick through the latest Nintendo Direct, Final Fantasy XVI reviews and everything they've been playing this week, including Dordogne, Citizen Sleeper and Tears of the Kingdom. -------------------------------------------------------- Support The Cross Players for exclusive content and community access: ► Patreon: https://bit.ly/3dQ80RJ More from The Cross Players : ► Website: https://bit.ly/3krg7Wm ► Twitter: https://bit.ly/3uvRqMU ► Discord: https://bit.ly/2MqpRDF ► Twitch: https://bit.ly/2ZNQhST ► Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3qZH8T6
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageWe’ve all been spoilt rotten lately with all the big game announcements, so the team pick out all their favourites before diving into their initial thoughts on Diablo IV.
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex and Tylor are back after a little break catching you up on the latest news, what they have been playing (including Lego 2K Drive, Planet of Lana, Pentiment, Redfall and more) and take a look ahead and give some wild suggestions about what we might be seeing at Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase this weekend. Apparently you need to pack an extra pair of pants!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this episode, we discuss upcoming releases for June 2023 and share our thoughts on Planet of Lana, Humanity and, of course, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
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This week, the lads are joined by Andrew from Lost in Cult and are chatting all things Sony right after the Showcase. If you want to watch their reactions to the stream live, then head over to youtube.com/thecrossplayers to watch!
Enjoy,
Dan
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageTears of the Kingdom. That's all. What else do you need to know. It's Zelda, innit.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the lads are joined by Simran, CEO of Format, the ultimate gaming social event! They chat about Redfall, Xbox in general, and cover off some of the best May The Fourth Be With You deals!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the lads talk through the latest news, including the reviews for Jedi Survivor . They also unleash Alex's fury [again] about Microsoft's acquisition, well, attempted acquisition...
We also have accomplished author and Lost in Cult's Operations Director, Andrew Dickinson on the pod to face his Vault suggestions and tackle the dreaded SpeedRun.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex and Tylor look ahead to Redfall and The Last Case of Bennedict Fox before discussion how Xbox is suffering whilst Microsoft has been "distracted".
With the usual round-up of what we've been playing, a mini review of Gematombe and look at what is coming to Xbox Game Pass - it's not a total grumpfest!
In this episode, Ben, Alex, and Dan are joined by the enigmatic Ethan to chat about the recent Nintendo Indie World Showcase, and PS5 dominance in european markets.
We also test Ethan out with our new SpeedRun quiz, and challenge him to submit some choices to our TCP Vault.
Enjoy!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageHey dear listener, we took a bit of time off over the Easter break but we're back! Well, the CrossButton VR boys are, so here's their latest episode. Here's what they say you can expect from this one:
On this episode, we chat about what we’ve been playing; PlayStation VR2 news; whether PS VR2 is already doomed to fail (spoilers: it’s not) and give our review of the excellent Pistol Whip.
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You can also watch each episode on our YouTube channel.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Loz, Hez & Dan chat about how Sony could potentially create their own Call of Duty competitor.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageDan, Ben and, for a while at least, Alex get together to chat about what they’ve picked up and played this week, including the phenomenal Resident Evil 4 remake, before diving chebs first into the topic that many of us struggle with: fitting gaming into everyday life alongside all our other responsibilities.
What’s your secret? How do you manage it? Let us know!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex and Tylor are back to chat through Starfield finally having a release date, Redfall being praised in hands-on previews and the CMA finally backing down on its console competition argument.
We also chat through first impressions of the Diablo IV beta and have an early look at Dredge.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this episode, Max steps in for Alex; a robot steps in for Lewis; Dan barely stays awake and Ben fixates on colons.
We also provide THE DEFINITIVE Top 10 Metroid games ever and talk about some stuff that isn’t Metroid. We love Metroid, she’s the best.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageIn case you missed it, we've started a dedicated PlayStation VR2 podcast called CrossButton VR, which you can find by searching for it in your podcast app or via this link.
Please give it a cheeky follow so we can stop those VRsoles from invading this precious feed again!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, we've been discussing our perfect gaming peripherals [hence the title, duhh]. Have a listen & let us know on Twitter what your fav's are...
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageJoin Alex and Tylor as they share their gaming adventures and opinions on the latest news and trends in the world of Xbox.
In this episode, they talk about what they have been playing lately, from Sonic Frontiers to Like a Dragon Ishin!
They also discuss the ongoing Activision Blizzard acquisition and how it affects the gaming industry and community. Plus, they cover the rest of the Xbox news, including updates on Forza Horizon 5 and Tango Gameworks.
And finally, they reveal what games are coming and going on Game Pass in the coming weeks.
Don't miss this episode of X Players, the podcast for Xbox fans by Xbox fans!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week Dan, Alex and Lewis chat about various things
- some Xbox pish
- some Playstation pish
- they acknowledge that Pokemon exist (pish)
- memories will be relived
- Lewis plays a lip reading game that 100% does not work in an audio format so good luck
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If you're an absolute FREAK then do the next bit!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageI definitely said 'the third Rice Krispie man' and not what Ben intimated. Shame on him. But, yes, videogames. We discuss them, including our thoughts on Hogwarts Legacy, GT7, and of course the bumper reveals from the recent Nintendo Direct.
Enjoy!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOn this week’s episode, we lay down the red carpet and shoot an innocent fox cub to celebrate the return of Shadowfax, Lord of the Ponies aka The Phantom Nose Whisperer of Letchworth aka Laurie.
Join him as he reluctantly mixes with the common folk (Dan, Alex and Ben) to discuss his favourite games of all time and trust us when we say there are a few surprises on there.
Let us know what you think of Laurie’s list or just reach out to tell us what you had for dinner.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the PS Ponies talk all things PSV2 & TLOU tv show!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex and Tylor return to kick off 2023 - The Year of Xbox.
We look back at the Xbox Developer_Direct showcasing Minecraft Legends, Forza Motorsport, Elder Scrolls Online and Redfall and give their first impressions of the biggest surprise of the show - Hi-Fi Rush.
You can find all of our other content and links here. Please let us know what you thought of the episode, jump into Discord and say hello or even drop us a couple of quid by supporting us on Patreon.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLooking both backwards and forwards like the Roman god, Janus (the J is silent), Lewis, Dan, Alex and Ben dissect their 2022 predictions and then look ahead to predict 2023 and make their Fantasy Critic picks.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageWell folks, it's the big one.
They said we wouldn't make it this far.
They said Alex would eventually transfer to a podcast that doesn't require a stable internet connection. Perhaps one based in Scarborough.
They said Ben would leave all his worldly possessions (except the wine fridge) and start a new life with his cleaner, somewhere near Siofra River.
They said Lewis would sadly die of old age before finishing everyone's intros, the poor wee sausage.
And they said Dan would sit alone, surrounded by empty steelbooks, blaming himself, drunk off a potent mix of Bisto and broken dreams.
But here we are, mother chuffers. Episode 100, featuring all your favourite segments and some suitably silly celebrations.
Enjoy, and thank you all for your time, love and support. We love doing this, and we couldn't do it without you.
Here's to the next 100!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Loz, Hez, & Danz all discuss their outlandish PlayStation predictions for 2023, with a brief look into the next few weeks of releases. Enjoy!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageChristmas jumpers at the ready! Lewis, Dan, Alex and Ben get the festivities started with a quick round of Pick Up & Play, a little quiz and a rundown of all the winners of our GOTY awards!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex, Tylor and Lalena see off 2022 in style discussing what they've been playing; their favourite games of the year and Tylor and Lalena go head to head in the ultimate Xbox quiz of 2022.
You can also find all of our other content and links here. Please let us know what you thought of the episode, jump into Discord and say hello or even drop us a couple of quid by supporting us on Patreon.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Alex, Ben, and Dan take on the famous WHEEL OF CHEESE to randomise & build the best darn Christmas game known to man.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Lozza hosts & guides Hez & Dan[z] through all of the movers & shakers at this years Game Awards. Want to hear their reactions, hit the play button!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageTylor and Alex take a look at the first batch of games for Xbox Game Pass in December and there are some big hitters. They also discuss their Xbox Game of the Year, yes there have been games (not as many as controllers though).
If you want to win £50 store credit, all you have to do is take part in our Cross Players GOTY vote here.
You can also find all of our other content and links here. Please let us know what you thought of the episode, jump into Discord and say hello or even drop us a couple of quid by supporting us on Patreon.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageListen in as Ben, Mark, Tylor, Lewis, Alex and Dan fight it out over the official Cross Players GOTY 2022 nominees. Thanks to our lovely Patreon supporters for having their say (become one of the elite here) and keep an eye on Discord and Twitter so you can vote for the ultimate winners and perhaps bag yourself a STUNNING prize.
This episode was recorded as part of our fundraising stream for Movember. Thanks to everyone who has donated so far, and if you'd like to contribute towards this fantastic cause, you can do so here.
Alex, Mark and Ben take a deep dive into what they’ve been playing this week, including Pentiment, God of War Ragnarok and The Inner World. And since we’re getting into list-making season, we also see the return of Ben’s Tens, with a special GOTY twist.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageFan faves Lewis, Mark and Ben discuss the 2022 Game Awards nominations, Vampire Survivors and Metroid Dread.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the guys give their first impressions of God of War: Ragnarok & talk about the price point for PSVR2.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLewis, Ben, Alex and Mark are here with your weekly dose of gaming goodness!
We attempt to stage an intervention around Ben's Marvel Snap addiction; Alex gives us his early thoughts on The Entropy Centre; Lewis presents The Dusties and Mark does Mark.
We also have a look ahead to November and the mountain of new releases and Game Pass additions that are about to descend upon us including God of War Ragnarok, Return to Monkey Island, Football Manager 23, Pentiment, Somerville, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and Sonic Frontiers to name a few!
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageIt's a full house for Episode 11 as Alex, Tylor and Lalena discuss the latest news including Xbox Game Pass growth and profitability, what's coming to Game Pass in November, what we have been playing and whether the Xbox Series S really is "holding back the generation".
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the lads went a bit off track & decided to act like goats. Oh, and they talk about games too.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week it's just Loz & Dan, as Hez is unwell [get well soon!] and they're talking about Sony's extortionate price for the Dualsense Edge and the Ragnarok previews.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageDan, Lewis, Alex and Ben explore the inner workings of their diabolical minds as they try to understand why certain critically acclaimed games just haven’t clicked for them. The gang also discuss what they’ve picked up and played this week and introduce a new quiz that’s fun for all the family.
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageA grumpy Alex is joined by the delightful Tylor to bring you all of the latest Xbox news and goodness. Including the Xbox Accessibility Showcase, more new controllers, a look at Uncle Phil's shelves, the acquisition latest and an insight into Xbox Game Pass revenues.
Of course, there are also some games to talk about with an early look at Scorn, Tylor discusses Trifox and a few others thrown in there for good measure!
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Ethan joins the guys this week to sell you a Steam Deck as Lewis is introduced to Megan Thee Stallion, Ben falls in love with Cyberpunk 2077 and Alex takes us through Lego Brick Tales. We also talk twerking, Control, Dorfromantik, Meta Quest and round things off with the good old humming game!
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You can find all of our content at thecrossplayers.com/links, including our interviews from EGX.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Laurie takes Heather & Dan through all the latest Sony news, with a big old chat about the PS2 at the end. Wonderful.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex, Mark & Ben are joined by our old mate Andrew Dickinson (and Dan at certain points) to go through a bunch of news, October’s Sweet Releases and whole lorra laffs.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex and Tylor look ahead to what October has in store on Xbox Game Pass; spoiler there is a lot including Scorn, A Plague Tale: Requiem, Persona 5 Royal, Norco and many more and those are just a few of the day one games that we know about.
We also chat through what we've been playing before discussing the Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld and the latest Xbox Series controller special edition.
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAfter a short hiatus (and a little hiccup) Alex, Tylor and Lalena are back to talk you through all of the latest Xbox news.
The headlines:
- Xbox at the Tokyo Game Show
- ID@Xbox Fall Showcase
- Discord voice chat available for all and PC app updates
- Leadership changes at 343 industries
- Grand Theft Auto VI leaks
- Game Pass additions and games for the rest of September
And, of course, there are plenty of games and Xbox Game Pass additions to talk about, including:
- Midnight Fight Express
- You Suck at Parking
- Metal Hellsinger
- Fuga: Melodies of Steel
- Tinykin
- Immortals; Fenyx Rising
- Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
- Wayward Strand
If you like what we do, firstly, seek professional help. After that, you can help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, by flinging us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers. You can also find a link to our Discord at thecrossplayers.com/links.
This week, we get to talk all things Nintendo Direct & State of Play... LETS GET JUICY!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Hez, Loz & Dan chat about the latest Ubisoft news & talk about The Last of Us Part I
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the lads chat about September, including all of the new games hitting our lovely lovely consoles
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Laurie is in the hot seat & literally threatens to cut Heather & Dan... That's all you need to know... Oh, and we chat about Gamescom.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the wheel of cheese makes its timely return, as the guys let fate decide their perfect gaming convention - enjoy!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageTylor and Alex are back looking at the biggest Xbox news from the last few weeks as Lalena is still on her holidays. It has been a busy couple of weeks!!
- Shredder's Revenge
- Turbo Golf Racing
- Two Point Campus
- Cursed to Golf
- Mouse and keyboard support on Cloud gaming incoming?
- Game Pass additions and removals for August
- Midnight Fight Express early reviews
- Classic Bethesda titles added to PC Game Passs at QuakeCon 2022
- Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding heading to PC Game Pass
- Xbox at Gamescom 2022
- Gamescom Opening Night Live with Geoff Keighley (hopefully with a new stylist)
Tylor, Alex and Ben give you fresh takes on the freshest games of the moment before trying a new quiz format that nobody else has ever thought of. Play along at home!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Hez, Loz, and .... Daz[?] talk about their final thoughts on Stray, all of the latest PS news, and then deep dive into their gaming nostalgia about the PS1.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the cheeky chaps sit down and talk about the latest Splatoon 3 Direct!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex and Lalena are back to discuss this week's Xbox news including:
- Xbox Game Pass Additions for August:
- Ghost Recon Wildlands
- Turbo Golf Racing
- Ghost Recon Wildlands
- Two Point Campus
- Cooking Simulator
- Expeditions: Rome
- Offworld Trading Company
- Activision Blizzard acquisition rumblings.
- Xbox Series S Memory boost for developers.
- Xbox Game Pass Family Plan insider testing.
- Cloud gaming handheld in the works from Logitech and the long term viability of cloud gaming.
You can find links to all of our content, including our Discord at thecrossplayers.com/links.
If you like what we do, firstly, seek professional help. After that, you can help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, by flinging us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers.
THE WHEEL OF CHEESE / FATE IS BACK!! And this time, the guys are using it to build their own handheld gaming console. Well, that's at least how it starts...
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLewis, Mark & Ben have a very sensible discussion about the games they've been playing and the games we're all looking forward to playing later this year.
If you like what we do, firstly, seek professional help. After that, you can help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, by flinging us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers
You can also support us AND get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code CROSS at MANSCAPED.com!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThings get catty as Lewis, Alex, Tylor & Ben share unpopular gaming opinions and also talk about a game with a cat in it.
If you like what we do, firstly, seek professional help. After that, you can help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, by flinging us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Heather guides Shadowfox [??] through all of the latest PlayStation news, whilst trying to contain her excitement for the upcoming cat simulator game. Then, the gruesome twosome get HYPED after the release date for God of War Ragnarök landed!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Ben, Lewis & Dan design their very own videogames with some interesting results...
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex, Tylor and Lalena are here with episode 4 of your fortnight Xbox fix!
The guys discuss the latest news including the latest on ActiBlizzard, Psychonauts 2 finally getting a physical release (yay!) and the beginning of the end of Games with Gold?
After previewing the first batch of Xbox Game Pass additions for July (including the Game Pass Game club game, Matchpoint Tennis Championships), the focus turns to the games that they would never have found if it wasn't for game pass. Featured titles are Citizen Sleeper, Wandersong and Lonely Mountains Downhill.
If you like what we do, firstly, seek professional help. After that, you can help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, by flinging us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLock up your [REDACTED] because Mark's back, joining Alex, Lewis and Ben as they rattle through Pick Up & Play, Sweet Releases and Mario or Smario.
If you like what we do, firstly, seek professional help. After that, you can help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, by flinging us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers
You can also support us AND get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code CROSS at MANSCAPED.com!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLive from a cheeky lunchtime recording, the CrossButton PonyTeam [TM] talk about the DualSense Pro, EA's silly tweets, and deep dive into why Dan thinks PS+ is now better than Game Pass.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the gang chat through the latest announcements from the latest Nintendo Direct Mini & Dan gets a sparker out after one specific game reveal...
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex, Tylor and Lalena chat through all things Xbox including what they've been playing and take a look over June's Game Pass Game Club Game, Unsighted whilst shortlisting the choices for next month, so head over to Discord at thecrossplayers.com/links/ to vote for the July Game Pass Game Club Game.
After receiving some questions from our community, we discussed around which games keep permanent residence on our hard drives!
Tune in as we discuss Fall Guys, Disc Room, TMNT Shredder's Revenge, Forza Horizon 5 and many more.
If you like what we do and want to help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, why not drop us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers.
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week we talk about what we’ve been playing, the latest gaming news and our favourite controllers of all time.
If you like what we do and want to help us continue to grow the best gaming community on the internet, why not drop us £2 a month at patreon.com/thecrossplayers
You can also support us AND get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code CROSS at MANSCAPED.com!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Heather, Laurie & Dan announce their top gaming Daddies & the team review the latest gaming news after all of the June reveals!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Alex, Ben, Dan & Lewis chat about the huge news from the latest summer presentations!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAlex, Tylor and Lalena take a look at all of the announcements from the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase. We apologise for the length, but Xbox brough a LOT of games so there wasn't a great deal we could do about it!
Highlights include, but are not limited to:
- Redfall
- Silksong
- Forza Motorsport
- Flintlock: Siege of Dawn
- Lightyear Frontier
- Gunfire Reborn
- Pentiment
- As Dusk Falls
- Cocoon
Oops, we forgot STARFIELD!!!!!
There is also a (very) brief look at Summer Game Fest Live and the announcement of our first X Players Game Pass Game Club game.
If you want to get involved in the discussion, or our game club head over to Discord via www.thecrossplayers.com/links.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week it's all about the guys deciding on what The Cross Players top ten games of all time are - enjoy!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLaurie & Heather go it alone on this weeks pod & deep dive into all of the news & content shown in the recent State of Play presentation!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageX Players is your brand new Xbox obsessed podcast from The Cross Players crew. Alex, Tylor and Lalena discuss their Xbox gaming histories and take a look at the games coming to Xbox Game Pass in June. They also share their predictions for the upcoming Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, with the right to choose the first Game Pass Game Club game at stake.
Hop over to our Discord and let us know your thoughts on the episode and get involved with the community.
Links to all of our content can be found here.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, It's Ben's time in the spotlight as he delivers his top ten list of games to the group.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, It's Alex's time in the spotlight as he delivers his top ten list of games to the group.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week the ponies digest all of the latest PlayStation news and then chat through the rumoured June showcase & whether Sony need to pull out all the stops, or just deliver what's already slated for release in 2022.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, It's Mark's time in the spotlight as he delivers his top ten list to the group. It's a week of firsts, with our lovely lovely Alex taking the hosting hot seat, too!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week we talk a little bit about what we're playing, but then jumpo into a new segment called 'Ben's Tens' where Ben decides on a top ten list & one of our hosts has to deliver! Sadly for you lot, it's Dan's turn in the hot seat!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week Heather, Laurie & Dan talk about the latest Playstation news and play a huuuge game that Heather spent a lot of time designing.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, the absolute guys sit down for a ruddy whopping episode, full of game chat, news, and a tasty game of Indie In a Bottle!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThe Sit Down is Dan's opportunity to chat with likeminded friends. On this episode Dan has a great conversation with The Cross Players very own Alex!
Alex has been a member of TCP for just over two years & has been both a written and audio contributor.
We hope you enjoy the episode
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week Lewis, Alex, Ben, & Dan chat about everything they've been playing AND play a new / old trivia game. Fun!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLaurie is on holibobs this week, so Heather & Dan are joined by the lovely Alex to chat about all things Playstation!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThe team chat about all things PS Plus, Kirby, Elden Ring platinums, new NSO games, and much much more!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week, Lewis, Alex & Dan chat about all the latest gaming news, with a larger deep dive into what they've all been playing!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThis week the ponies talk about the most recent State of Play, alongside their thoughts on all the latest big release including Horizon: Forbidden West & Elden Ring!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messagePlaystation? Xbox? Nintendo Switch? We talk about all of them!
Ben was desperate to get 'distinctly vulpine' into the episode title, but i refused. We need to be tapping up SEO, not putting a load of niche jokes into our content. It's already embarrassing enough that we've referenced genitals and bottoms, why continue? Eugh.
Anyway, it was the N64's birthday this week, so we talked about our fondest memories, alongside all of the latest gaming news!
Elden Ring. Elden... Ring. E L D E N R I N G. Lewis. Elden Ring. Mark. Elden. Alex. Ring. Ben. Elden Ring. Pokemon? Elden Ring. Mario Elden or Smario Ring.
Elden Ring us on Twitter and let us know your thoughts on Elden Ring.
Elden Ring.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageHeather, Laurie & Dan talk about the Cyberpunk upgrade & then chat through the good & bad of Horizon Forbidden West.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messagePlaystation? Xbox? Nintendo Switch? We talk about all of them!
On this episode, the guys chat about censorship in games and Dan, sorry, Potato Jenny makes Ben do something rather silly and not really considerate of audio listeners.
Hit us up on twitter [@thecrossplayers] and tell us your thoughts on censorship in videogames.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messagePlaystation? Xbox? Nintendo Switch? We talk about all of them!
On this episode, the guys chat about what they've been playing this week, along with a deep dive into the recent Nintendo Direct.
Hit us up on twitter [@thecrossplayers] and let us know your pick of the games announced.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThe guys sit down to enjoy the Nintendo Direct LIVE and give their hot takes on the newest announcements.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageIn their very first video podcast, Heather, Laurie, and Dan talk about PlayStations stacked 2022 of games.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLewis is unwell, so Dan takes the hot seat and drives Mark, Ben & Alex into a brick wall of gaming goodness. Buckle up, it's going to be a bumpy ride!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageJoin your hosts Lewis , Dan, Ben, Alex & Mark as they rattle (prattle?) through all manner of gaming topics - the news, gaming resolutions, Pick Up & Play and the first Mario or Smario of 2022. This one is a real doozy. To be honest I've never really understood what that means, but I feel like it's too late to ask anyone and I don't want to admit defeat and Google it. So here we are. Enjoy the show!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageCheeky sausages all round! This episode is hosted by four of them:
Alex, the good old dependable Scottish square sausage.
Lewis, as above except he calls it a Lorne sausage because he's posh-Scottish.
Dan, a battered sausage from the chippy, smothered in gravy, curry sauce and the tears of a vegan child.
Mark, who was confused by the concept of sausages and instead dressed up as Linda McCartney.
Anyway, this is a video game podcast, but please still give it a listen if you found it by searching for podcasts about sausages.
It's January. We're all miserable. Life has no meaning. We get it. Turn that frown upside down by listening to your pals Lewis, Ben, Mark and Alex as they predict how the next year in gaming is going to shake out. This time around there's a competitive twist so at the end of the year we'll be able to crown our very own NEStradamus. Who has the craziest predictions? Who played it safe? Who ate all the pies? Tune in to find out!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageWhen it comes to Game of the Year Awards, there aren't many outlets brave enough to record their decision-making process for all to see. And with good reason, based on this utter shambles. Still, what's more festive than having a drink and arguing with people you secretly hate about things that don't even matter?
I'm kidding! I love these guys. And we hope you love listening to Lewis, Dan, Ben, Mark and Alex talk about the best games this year has had to offer. Let us know if you agree/disagree with our choices and if we don't see you before then, we hope you and your loved ones enjoy the festive season.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageGather round, dear listeners for the latest Christmas Terror Alert, more thoughts on Halo Infinite, some chat about Control, Shin Megami Tensei V and a whole lot more. Your hosts Lewis, Dan, Ben and Alex also discuss their most underrated games of 2021 and the best games they've played this year that were released pre-2021.
All this is to say that our annual big, bad bumper GOTY episode is recording later today (9th December) and we want to hear from YOU, so join us at 8:30pm UK time over at twitch.tv/thecrossplayers to have your say!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageA pinch of Lewis, a dash of Ben, a dusting of Mark and a good glug of Alex. No, it's not a cookery show. It's not even a porno. It's CrossCast, a video game podcast by idiots, for idiots.
On this week's show, we discuss the Golden Joystick awards, the Switch OLED, Tetris Effect, A Monster's Expedition, EXO one and much more besides.
You know what, just reading back the first sentence I should have fully committed to the cooking theme and written this out like a recipe. Like, a proper recipe Mary Berry would write. Not one of those silly internet recipes where they tell you about their life for the first seven paragraphs before actually getting to the cooking bit. I mean, who has time to read that shit? It's so self indulgent and rarely entertaining. Why do they do it? Is it for SEO? I guess you can't blame a chef for keyword STUFFING. Ha! Little marketing/cookery joke there. Anyway, what was I saying about those people who ramble on, seemingly for their own entertainment? So annoying. Tell you what though, while we're talking about cookery, I've been watching a lot of Masterchef lately and I can't work out if I'm more attracted to Marcus Wareing or Monica Galetti. Probably Monica to be fair, not least because her name rhymes with phenomenal spaghetti.
Anyway, this is a video game podcast about video games.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLewis, Dan, Ben & Max break down the Game of the Year nominees, discuss Elden Ring impressions and offer in-depth analysis* of Halo Infinite.
*They've played it for about an hour.
We're all playing Forza Horizon 5 and we have things to say about it. We also have things to say about the GTA Trilogy, Elden Ring and Max's mum.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageDear listener,
We've had a number of complaints* that our episode titles have nothing to do with the games we talk about on the episode, which puts us in an awkward position.
On one hand, listener feedback is crucial to us. We are nothing without you.
On the other hand, if somebody told Leonardo da Vinci to paint a speech bubble coming out of the Mona Lisa's mouth so we knew what she was smirking about, he'd have told them to fuck off.
But that makes it sound like we're putting ourselves on the same level as a master of Italian Renaissance art, and even though it's true, we are far too humble to make that comparison in public.
So instead we thought "what would Jesus do?" and we realised that after he'd thanked us for blessing the world with our art, he would probably say "I dunno, just put a game in the episode title as well as your usual shite".
And thus 'Starfox 64: Robert Mugabe's Teste' was born.
Thanks for listening.
*Zero. The number is zero.
Well, we finally made it to the last episode of Game Club. but don't worry as the Playlist podcast is here rising from the ashes to carry on the legacy of Game Club. You can help the Playlist by searching for The Cross Players Playlist in your favourite podcast app or click this dear link right here and subscribing. Not only will you be making sure that you don't miss an episode you will also be helping the Playlist fulfil its destiny by continuing the work of Game Club with its amazing game suggestions to play every month.
This episode brings Jason, Mike and Alex together to discuss the games of October which are: Streets of Rogue, What Remains of Edith Finch, Crown Trick and Streets of Rage 4. Which one came up trumps and which was a complete wet flannel? Well, stop reading this, hit that play button and find out!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAn Englishman, a Mozambican & a Scotsman (and another Scotsman) walk into a bar.
The Englishman lays his Louis Vuitton man purse on the bar and says "I've already had 10 pints, and bought 10 rounds for my friends. Altruism".
The first Scotsman says "Hullo there! I'll have something from Stewart Brewing, it's just around the corner from me".
The second Scotsman says "I'll get this, guys. I made 20G this month!". The barman then explains that Gamerscore is not legal tender.
Finally, the Mozambican sighs and says "Guys, I'm new around here and though I'm sure whoever is writing this finds these in-jokes hilarious, I don't think I or anyone else will find it remotely funny. If anything, it seems like you've just written this elaborate description to cover up the fact that you haven't even listened to this episode and have no idea what Lewis, Dan, Alex and Patric (hey, that's me!) talked about."
Lewis, Dan, Ben and Max give their spoiler-free thoughts on Metroid Dread and take a look back at EGX 2021 amongst all the other nonsense you've grown to endure.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLewis and Dan managed to ditch Ben and Mark for the week and drafted in the Gamerscore whore (Gamerwhore?) Alex for this episode.
For a chance to beat his Gamerscore with your very own Xbox Series S, take a look at our pinned tweet here and for TEN additional chances of winning, check out our revamped Patreon here and see which tier tickles your fancy.
What a month for Game Club! A steller line up of games meant that this was not going to be an easy task! Which one succeeded and which ones failed? find out now as Jason, Alex and Luke sat down to discuss Hellblade, Hades, Pikuniku and Poirtal 2 and chose a game of the month.
As mentioned on the podcast Game Club is ending and is being replaced with the Playlist. This podcast will be on a separate feed to the rest of the Cross Players podcast so PLEASE go and subscribe now so you don't miss any of the episodes. You can find it here: https://anchor.fm/tcpplaylist This will point you to a webpage that contains links to most of the major podcasting platforms that it is currently on or you can listen in with the Anchor player. There is an episode waiting for you there right now so don't delay, go subscribe now!!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageAre you ready for some trivia? I sure hope you are. Because that's what this is.
Smark concocted a full-length version of our 'beloved' Mario or Smario segment and got a load of us together to compete for prizes on behalf of our Patreon supporters, as part of our year 2 celebrations.
It's fun, it's very silly and it's definitely not one to play around your kids, or other people's kids.
Don't forget, we're giving away an Xbox Series S (a brand new one, not the one Dan owned for 2 weeks). To have a chance of winning, take a look at our pinned tweet here and for TEN additional chances of winning, check out our revamped Patreon here and see which tier tickles your fancy.
If you're reading this and have somehow missed that we're giving away an Xbox Series S, well, it's true. We're giving away an Xbox Series S. To have a chance of winning, take a look at our pinned tweet here and for TEN additional chances of winning, check out our revamped Patreon here and see which tier tickles your fancy.
And what prompted this sudden wave of generosity? Well, we celebrated our 2nd year refresh at the weekend with a full night of streams, live recordings and general merriment, so this particular episode is slightly more alcohol-fuelled than usual.
And if you think this episode is chaotic, wait until you hear the full-length Mario or Smario special hitting your feed later this week.
For legal purposes, we have been advised to clarify that the 'Brian May' referred to in this episode is a fictional character and in no way related to the poodle-haired, badger-shagging Queen guitarist, Brian May CBE.
With that out of the way, you can expect to hear the usual mix of video game chat and unapologetic nonsense, with your hosts Lewis, Dan, Ben & Mark.
We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our nonsense, and we hope it brings some silly fun into your life. We've got a whole evening of fun lined up for Saturday 25th September, including some community gaming, lots of prizes and some cheeky twists to our usual format, so we hope you can join us at twitch.tv/thecrossplayers to help us celebrate our year 2 refresh!
Join Lewis, Dan, Ben and Mark as they talk about recent gaming news, the games they've been playing and their console histories, WITH HILARIOUS CONSEQUENCES!!!
We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our nonsense, and we hope it brings some silly fun into your life. We've got a whole evening of fun lined up for Saturday 25th September, including some community gaming, lots of prizes and some cheeky twists to our usual format, so we hope you can join us at twitch.tv/thecrossplayers to help us celebrate our year 2 revamp!
Join Lewis, Dan, Ben and Alex as they offer their expert opinion on the hottest gaming news from several weeks ago.
They also discuss what they were playing several weeks ago and experiment with a fun new segment that seemed like a good idea several weeks ago.
This episode was recorded several weeks ago.
Laurie slides into Dan's ample shoes (genitals first) and joins Lewis, Ben and Mark to discuss what they've been playing, news and much more besides.
Don't forget! You can get an additional podcast every god damn week by joining our Patreon and gifting us a frankly laughable one pound a month.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageSeptember already!!! Soon enough we'll be ramming our hands up some turkeys and pulling some cheap Christmas crackers!
This month Jason is joined by a special guest, John, who hosts his own podcast Gaming in the Wild. you can find his podcast here. Alex also joins the guys and the less said about that the better. Want to know why? then get listening!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageJoin Lewis, Dan, Ben and Mark as they give their thoughts on the newly announced Steam Deck, chat about what they've picked up and played and recall their fondest summer gaming memories. They also squeeze in a cheeky game of Mario or Smario - why not play along at home by joining us live, every Thursday at 8pm (UK time) over at youtube.com/thecrossplayers
Will it be third time lucky for Jason or will it be his never ending torture to get a game chosen to enter the hallowed halls of the Game Club.
Joining Jason on his quest is the ever lasting git that is Lewis and making his Game Club debut is one of our newest members of the Cross Players team Ryan!
Find out what the boys pitched and chose for you to play in next months Game club...and don't forget to rub the bust on your way in please.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageLock up your children! Or else, he will!
Smark, the ghost of podcasts past, emerges from his crypt to strike fear into our mortal hearts, as well as discussing the Switch OLED model with Lewis, Dan and Ben.
Now fetch me my Switch Island housecoat and begone, peasant!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageThe fella that usually writes the silly episode titles and descriptions is off at the moment, so I've just named this episode 'The One with Laurie & Luke' and will be padding out this description with meaningless waffle based around that title.
'The One with Laurie & Luke' was, of course, inspired by the hit sitcom, Friends, in which six affluent white people take turns boning each other. Except Ross and Monica, not only because they are unattractive, but also because they are siblings and that sort of thing is only legal in certain parts of America.
If you're from one of those parts of America, why don't you and your 12-fingered sister pop along to our Discord and say howdy?
On this episode, and as is the way with Game Club hosts, we witness Jason's inevitable descent into megalomania, as he callously casts aside his usual co-hosts in favour of our Patreon supporters Lalena and Mark. One can only assume Jason plans to assert his dominance over these kind souls in a desperate bid to get his own picks onto July's Playlist.
Will his evil plan be successful or will Lalena and Mark fight back and even save Jason from the path towards self-destruction and ultimate doom? Tune in to find out and have your say over on Discord.
Dan and Ben were joined by Gary Gray and our old mucker Andrew to watch the Xbox and Bethesda E3 conference, and what a show it was. This is a brief summary of their thoughts, straight after it happened!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageBonus episode o'clock! Get ready for the hottest of hot takes because Ethan, Jason, Dan and Ben literally just watched the Ubisoft Forward E3 2021 presentation and here's what they thought. But what did YOU think, sexy sexy listener?
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageGamer Jason rounds up a merry band of misfits to review our Game Club games of May 2021. Thanks to our lovely Patreon supporter Alex for joining us on this one. You too can be as cool as him by getting involved over on Discord or Patreon.
Oh, did I mention Lewis and Ben are on this episode too? Nah I didn't. You know why? Because I hate them. There I said it.
Join Lewis, Dan and Ben as they offer their uniquely gobshitey take on the latest gaming news and what they've been playing.
To be part of the conversation, come on over to Discord and say "gloves up and stay buttery".
There's a new king of the Game Club castle, as Jason takes the hot seat to guide Ben & Dan to choose some suitable games for the Game Club in June! Dont forget to head over to thecrossplayers.com/discord to join in on the voting!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageWith Ori and the Will of The Wisps being part of this month's Game Club (get involved over on Discord!) Ben had a chat about it with Perry from the excellent Talk Nintendo podcast. Being conscientious podcasters, they recorded that conversation and... this is it!
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageNate, Ethan and Laurie get together to pick apart a whole lot of gaming news and give their views on New Pokemon Snap, Returnal and NieR Replicant.
They even make time to sneak in a fun little game of their own. Enjoy!
Tissues at the ready as Andrew, Max and Jason round up and review April's Game Club games.
Want to get involved in Game Club? Of course you do, it's a nice way to have shared experiences with a very nice group of people, and Lewis.
To join in the fun, come on over to Discord and say hi.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageHello there, dear listeners! Kick back and relax as Lewis, Dan and Ben have a good, old-fashioned chat about gaming gubbins they've picked up and played, including but not limited to a console, a peripheral and a bunch of old games Lewis stole from his own mother. The bastard.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecrossplayers/messageOh hello there! Can you believe it’s been 10 days since our last episode? Feels like longer, doesn't it? Hey, you had a hair cut! Suits you. Really brings out your eyes.
There's a lot of other stuff that's changed in the last 10 days. For example, we've changed our podcast hosting service so if you're reading this, that means it worked. We're also tinkering around with one or two new formats, and this episode is one such experiment. Basically, it's the Pick Up and Play section from CrossCast, expanded out, giving the team a little more time to nerd out about whatever has been tickling their fancy of late.
With that in mind, join your hosts Nate and Laurie as they have their say on Immortals Fenyx Rising; Concrete Genie and Bravely Default II.
Enjoy and hit us up on Twitter @TheCrossPlayers to throw some feedback our way about this format!
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