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Critical Arcade

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 triple-A title or a casual player looking for some nostalgia-fueled fun, Nick and Dave have got you covered

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1:22:07

DOOM: The Dark Ages (2025) Born Of Fire, Bound In Iron

Critical Arcade ·

2025/05/22

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick trade space marines for medieval mayhem as they dive headfirst into Doom: Dark Ages—the blood-soaked prequel we never knew we needed. Set centuries before the events of the modern Doom series, this brutal reimagining throws the Doom Slayer into a world of stone castles, haunted cathedrals, and hellspawn in chainmail. Armed with a fist forged in demonic fire, a flail that probably violates several Geneva Conventions, and yes, a medieval chainsaw shield, our

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1:06:54

Umurangi Generation (2020) Snapshots Of A Dying World

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2025/05/14

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick grab their retro-futuristic cameras and slip on their skater shoes to explore the neon-lit, decaying world of Umurangi Generation—a first-person photography game where the apocalypse isn’t coming… It’s already here. Set in the last city standing after a slow-motion global collapse, they take on the role of a courier-slash-shutterbug tasked with documenting the final days of humanity through the lens of Gen Z cynicism and lo-fi aesthetic grit.As Dave

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1:36:12

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (2025) Brushstrokes And...

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2025/05/07

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick pack their best magical brushes and step into the hauntingly beautiful, surreal nightmare that is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. In a world where death comes not from war or plague, but from a woman with a paintbrush and a god complex, they join the 33rd Expedition—one of humanity’s last desperate hopes to break a deadly cycle. Every year, the Paintress awakens and paints a number onto the monolith. Everyone of that age is instantly erased from existence,

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1:10:05

Star Wars: The New Droid Army (2002) This Is Not the...

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2025/04/23

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick polish up their lightsabers and take on Star Wars: The New Droid Army, a Game Boy Advance title that boldly asks the question: “What if Anakin Skywalker had a bad day, bad intel, and a worse run animation?” Set between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, this pocket-sized adventure drops Anakin onto Tatooine with a mission to investigate a new kind of droid that, somehow, completely ignores lightsabers, which seems like something the Jedi Council

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1:04:06

Blue Prince (2025) Gems, Keys and Mysteries

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2025/04/17

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave have to grab their notebooks, hold onto their rabbits' feet, and dive headfirst into the twisted, ever-changing corridors of Blue Prince. In this rougelike puzzle game, they play the role of Simon P. Jones, a young boy who is to inherit the estate of his great uncle Herbert S. Sinclair, but it comes with one catch: they must locate a hidden 46th room within the mansion in order to secure his inheritance. Failure to reach that room within the span of a

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The Gardens Between (2018) Beyond the Clock

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2025/04/09

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave put away their weapons, slow down time, and step into the beautiful, contemplative dreamscape of The Gardens Between. In this surreal puzzle adventure, they join childhood friends Arina and Frendt as they explore a string of mysterious island gardens, each one crafted from fragments of their shared memories. With the power to control time itself, Nick and Dave will have to guide the pair through shifting pathways, manipulate objects frozen in moments, and

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1:05:00

Stellaris (2016) Cosmic Conquering

Critical Arcade ·

2025/04/02

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick take to the stars in Stellaris, where diplomacy, warfare, and questionable ethics collide in a galaxy teeming with possibilities. As they forge their own interstellar empire, they’ll have to balance exploration, technological advancement, and the occasional existential crisis when a sentient AI starts asking too many questions. Will they embrace the path of peace, fostering alliances and trade with other civilizations? Will Nick decide that diplomacy is

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1:12:08

WWE 2K25 (2025) Bringing The Pain

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2025/03/18

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick step into the ring, lace up their boots, and prepare to throw down in WWE 2K25! With an updated roster, improved mechanics, and enough over-the-top action to make even the most seasoned wrestling fan cheer, they’ll be suplexing their way through the latest entry in the legendary franchise. Whether it’s mastering the new MyRise story mode, dominating the squared circle in Universe Mode, or creating the most ridiculous custom wrestler imaginable, there’s no

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1:00:51

Stray (2022) A Cy-PURR-punk Journey

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2025/03/11

Critical Arcade is back and this week Dave and Nick ditch their usual two-legged protagonists for something far more nimble—an adorable stray cat. In Stray, they explore a breathtaking cybercity, abandoned by humans but repurposed by quirky, humanoid robots just trying to get by. Will Nick ever stop getting distracted by the sheer joy of the tone altering music and inorganic sound design? Can Dave persevere through the dark narrative when he thought it was a game about being a cute cat? And just how

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1:08:08

Sayonara Wild Hearts (2019) A Roller-coaster Of Closure

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2024/09/19

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave strap on their heart-shaped sunglasses and ride into the neon dreamscape of 'Sayonara Wild Hearts.' Described as a "pop album video game," this dazzling rhythmic adventure takes them through a kaleidoscope of vibrant worlds filled with motorcycles, skateboards, laser duels, and heartbreak. As they follow the journey of a heartbroken woman transforming into a masked biker named "The Fool," they'll have to dodge obstacles, collect hearts, and face off

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1:13:30

Astro Bot (2024) An Astro-nomically Good Time

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2024/09/11

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave take on the role of everyone's favorite byte-sized robot Astro Bot. After bumping into the galaxy's infamous Space Bully Nebulax, they are tasked with rebuilding their spacefaring PS5 and rounding up all their little robot pals from over 100 different planets some inspired by Playstation's most memorable franchises. Can Dave stop accidentally calling this game 'Astro Boy'? And why does Nick believe this game is a true contender for Game of the Year?Support

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1:03:32

The Lego Movie Videogame (2014) Everything's Not Awesome

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2024/09/03

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave dive into the colorful and creative world of The Lego Movie Videogame! Released in 2014, this game tries to capture all the charm, humor, and endless possibilities of the Lego universe, offering players a chance to relive the adventures of Emmet, Wyldstyle, Batman, and a whole host of other iconic characters from the hit movie. As they journey through vibrant locations like Bricksburg, Cloud Cuckoo Land, and the Wild West, our hosts must use their

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1:06:57

Tales of Vesperia (2014) A Grand Chase at a Snails Pace

Critical Arcade ·

2024/08/27

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave set sail for adventure in the sprawling world of Tales of Vesperia. They take on the mantle of Yuri Lowell, a former Imperial Knight who’s more comfortable solving problems with his fists than following orders. They stumble upon a plot involving the misuse of ancient technology called "blastia," they must journey through the slums of Zaphias to the farthest reaches of Terca Lumireis. Along the way, they’ll meet a colorful cast of characters: Estelle, the

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1:02:59

Erica (2019) The Butterfly Defect

Critical Arcade ·

2024/08/20

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave take a deep breath and dive headfirst into the cinematic and suspense-filled world of Erica. Playing as Erica Mason, a young woman haunted by the brutal murder of her father finds herself entwined in the inner workings of the mental institution her mother was sent to. They must make split-second decisions that could alter the course of the story—and Erica’s fate—forever. Does Dave actually consider this a video game? And will Nick ever save the annoying

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1:04:07

Crysis 2 (2011) Suit Up

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2024/08/13

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave suit up in nano suits to take on the role of Alcatraz, a Marine left for dead but given a second chance thanks to an advanced nanofiber suit. They must battle through the ravaged cityscape and traverse various environments, from the flooded streets of Lower Manhattan to the crumbling skyscrapers of Midtown. All this while engaging the sinister CELL corporation and the terrifying Ceph alien invasion that threatens humanity’s survival. Will Nick ever live it

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1:09:18

I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream (1995) I Game,...

Critical Arcade ·

2024/08/06

In this episode, Nick and Dave step into the roles of Gorrister, Benny, Ellen, Nimdok, and Ted. Each with their own uniquely torturous scenario designed by AM, an Artificial Intelligence, to exploit their deepest fears and regrets. They'll have to explore the dark and twisted environments AM creates, ranging from a desolate wasteland to a gruesome meat processing facility, all while grappling with themes of guilt, survival, and redemption. Will Nick manage to navigate the absurd puzzles? And will

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1:07:55

Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction (2007)...

Critical Arcade ·

2024/07/30

In this episode of Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick embark on an epic intergalactic journey with everyone's favorite Lombax and his trusty robotic sidekick. They must uncover the sinister plot of Emperor Percival Tachyon, a tyrannical Cragmite hell-bent on destroying Ratchet and reclaiming the galaxy for his race. Along the way, they learn about the mysterious disappearance of the Lombaxes and Ratchet’s role in this ancient conflict. Does Nick's heart have room for a slick, thieving raccoon and

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1:02:22

Children of Morta (2019) We Are Family

Critical Arcade ·

2024/07/23

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick venture into the beautifully pixelated yet perilous world of 'Children of Morta.' Delving deeper into the ever-changing caverns, forests, and temples, they'll need to harness the strengths of each Bergson—whether it's John's steadfast sword and shield, Linda's precise archery, or Lucy's powerful spells—to survive the relentless onslaught of enemies. Is this the first Indie game to disappoint Nick? And will this game be able to point and click its way into

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1:16:34

Zenless Zone Zero (2024) Gotta Gatch Them All!

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2024/07/16

This week on Critical Arcade, Nick and Dave find themselves in the bustling, post-apocalyptic metropolis of New Eridu, the last urban civilization standing. In Zenless Zone Zero. They step into the roles of Proxies, guiding survivors through dangerous anomalies and battling mysterious, interdimensional entities known as the Ethereal. As they navigate the vibrant streets and shadowy alleyways, they'll need to harness their combat skills and strategic prowess to protect the city's inhabitants and

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1:07:22

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance (2024) Deals, Demons...

Critical Arcade ·

2024/07/09

This week on Critical Arcade, Dave and Nick step into the shoes of a high school student who merges with a mysterious being to turn into a Nahobino, gaining incredible powers to help navigate post-apocalyptic Tokyo transformed into Da'at, a realm where angels and demons clash in an eternal struggle. They'll encounter a vast array of supernatural beings, from the familiar Jack Frost to the menacing Lucifer, each with their own motives and potential alliances. Will Dave recover from his massive set

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