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PODCAST

JoyPad Podcast

Four (sometimes three) friends talk about video games, and the things that make them so wonderful. THIS PODCAST WILL CONSISTENTLY BE FILLED WITH SPOILERS FOR GAMES OLD AND NEW!

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00:51:50

The Joy of Gaming

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/04/15

Happy Thump Day! In today's episode, the gang discusses games that, well... they're bad at. But hey, it doesn't matter if you're bad at a game if you're enjoying it, right? Let's talk about that!

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00:47:49

Missed the Mark

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/04/01

This week, we discuss games that we wanted to love. We really did... but there was just something holding it back. These games were almost good, but they just missed the mark.

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00:52:20

Tequila Mockingbird

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/03/25

In this week's episode, the gang discusses games that they feel are either underrated, underplayed, or both! Keep in mind, this is all just a matter of opinion. That said... these games are probably pretty good, because we know what we're talking about.

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00:47:48

Fun Per Minute - Simulation Games

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/03/18

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners. In this week's episode of JoyPad, we discuss simulation games, and talk about the metrics of enjoyment that must be met to have fun playing them. Are you having enough FUN PER MINUTE (tm) to justify spending time playing Cities: Skylines? What about Madden 21? Roller Coaster Tycoon? THIS IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT RESEARCH.

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00:49:23

The Captain Crunch & Pineapple Juice Challenge

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/03/11

Greetings for the day, dear listeners. This week, we discuss some lesser seen or utilized game mechanics that we really enjoy that we wish we could see more of in other games or series. Food, Sanity, Notes... it's all fair game!

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00:45:51

It's a Grind.

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/03/07

The gang discusses games that they have spent far too much time on, or games that require players to spend exorbitant amounts of time playing to get the best items, achievements, or cosmetics. Is this okay? Is it good? Is it just a ploy by developers to get you to spend more because "there's just so much content!" Who really knows, man.

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00:49:46

To E3 or Not to E3?

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/03/04

With the world of cons and showcases disrupted by, you know... a global pandemic... we discuss if there is still a need for these in-person gatherings when they seem to be just as effective done digitally? On the other hand, there's nothing like a big group of nerd congregating.

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00:52:21

Bread is Cancelled! - Gaming Memorabilia

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/02/18

Happy Thump Day! This week, the gang discusses the gaming memorabilia that they have accrued over the years. That's what happens when you're a nerd!

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00:48:47

Difficulty Sucks

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/02/11

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners. This Thump Day, the gang discusses difficulty in games. Some games are difficult, some games are easy, some are in between. Most of them let you choose your difficulty level... but some don't. What's your preferred level of difficulty??

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00:50:30

So... What's New?

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/02/04

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners. Now that we're a month deep into 2021, it's time to revisit some of the upcoming games and tech that will hopefully be coming out this year! We'll discuss what we're looking forward to, what we're not looking forward to, and anything else that comes up! What games are YOU looking forward to?

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00:47:32

That's Just My Strongly Worded Opinion

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/01/28

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners. This week, the gang will be discussing "narrative games." Or perhaps, where does a game become an interactive experience, as opposed to a full blown game? There are several games that feature minimal gameplay, and maximum storytelling. Are these games? What say you?

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00:34:25

Wegman's, We Need You

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/01/21

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners. This week we discuss a growing trend in games: Product Placement. It's been seen more and more in modern games, and probably is going to continue showing up. Is it garish? Is it okay? Let's talk about that.

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00:50:55

It's Like David Bowie in Labyrinth

JoyPad Podcast ·

2021/01/14

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners. It's time for another episode of JoyPad! In this episode, the gang returns to a recurring topic, our favorite levels and locales in games. It... it goes places. But we manage to stay mostly on topic!

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00:49:22

Play With Me!

JoyPad Podcast ·

2020/12/31

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners! In this week's episode, the gang will be discussing games that are good for everyone to play. This is probably the best time to get your friends and loved ones into gaming, since everyone is stuck at home. We discuss the best, most fun, easiest games to learn so you can have a good time with your friends.

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00:41:36

Don't Buy Beer for People

JoyPad Podcast ·

2020/12/24

Greetings of the Day, dear listeners. In this week's episode, the gang discusses gift giving, both in games and outside of games. Give the gift of gaming, it's something that everyone can and should appreciate! Happy Holidays! We love and appreciate you!

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00:44:07

Kickz 4 Sidez

JoyPad Podcast ·

2020/12/17

Greetings of the day, dear listeners! In this week's episode, we've discussed protagonists and antagonists, but we've not yet discusses the often overlooked sidekick! This week, we're going to give some love to the sidekicks of the world. Who are some of YOUR favorite sidekicks??

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00:45:25

Iconic Levels and Locales (Part One)

JoyPad Podcast ·

2020/12/10

Greetings of the Day, dear listeners. This week will be the first of probably many episodes where the gang discusses some of their favorite levels and locales in games. There are so many that there is absolutely no chance we'll get to them all in just 40 minutes.

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00:46:24

Gaming Backlog (REUPLOAD)

JoyPad Podcast ·

2020/12/04

Greetings of the day to you, dear listeners. In this week's episode, the gang discusses their gaming buildup. IE, games that are on the backburner that we plan on playing... someday. We'll get to them eventually! What causes this gaming backlog, and what are some games that we want to complete sometime in the future?

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00:44:32

Peripheral Parley

JoyPad Podcast ·

2020/11/12

Happy Thump Day, dear listeners. In this week's episode, the gang discusses some of their favorite gaming peripherals. You know, the gaming accessories outside of the console, games, and controllers. Maybe some fancy controllers? Maybe something that enhances the gaming experience? There used to be a lot more out there... and we're going to talk about them!

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00:45:39

Randomize Me, Captain!

JoyPad Podcast ·

2020/11/05

Greetings of the day, dear listener. This week, the gang discusses procedural generation and randomization in various games, and what makes it so great. Also some things that are not so great, but mostly great.

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