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Midlife SideQuest

Midlife SideQuest is the over the hill gaming podcast. Every week host John Wahl brings you his gaming impressions, the latest industry news, and tales of a Gen X geek, brought to you in just 15 minutes to fit your busy life.

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15:40

173: Romeo is a Dead Man

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/02/26

On this week’s program, I’m playing the completely zany Romeo is a Dead Man from Suda 51! Plus the latest from the Xbox leadership change and more!

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18:04

172: Phil Spencer Departs Xbox

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/02/20

It’s a special Friday episode of Midlife SideQuest! Breaking news! Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond are out at Xbox. What does that mean for the future of Xbox? Who is in charge now? Let’s discuss!

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15:02

171: The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/02/19

This week I’m talking about the 40th anniversary of one of my favorite series of all time, The Legend of Zelda! Plus the latest headlines and more!

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15:50

170: Cairn

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/02/12

This week I’m checking out the thrilling climbing adventure Cairn! Plus a preview of the upcoming PlayStation State of Play.

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15:15

169: MIO: Memories in Orbit

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/02/05

This week I’m checking out a new metroidvania game, Memories in Orbit! Plus Sony wants to make AI podcasts and it’s a big anniversary!

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13:45

168: Big Hops

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/01/29

On this weeks show I’m checking out the 3D platformer, Big Hops! Plus the PS6 may be a long way off and Samantha takes charge during the zombie apocalypse!

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13:32

167: Apartment No 129

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/01/22

It’s spooky time!! This week I’m checking out the indie horror game, Apartment No. 129. Plus Nintendo continues its world dominance and more!

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14:39

166: Raft

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/01/15

On this week’s episode I’m playing a game that ended up being one of my favorite co-op games… ever? Plus layoffs hit the games industry just a few weeks into the year, and I give an update to the unrest in Minneapolis.

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16:16

165: 2026 Preview

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/01/09

On today’s show I take a look at the calendar for 2026 and pick my five most anticipated games! Plus I review my 2025 predictions and choose some new ones for this year.

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15:33

164: Game of the Year 2025 Pt.2

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/01/02

It’s part two of the Midlife SideQuest Game of the Year 2025 special! Today I’m counting down my top 5! Which game will take the crown? It might surprise you!

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17:01

163: Game of the Year 2025 Pt.1

Midlife SideQuest ·

2026/01/01

It’s Game of the Year time! On today’s special episode I’m counting down from #10 to #6. Plus my daughter Sam joins me to help with the countdown! Happy New Year!!

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15:55

162: Ghost of Yotei

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/12/18

It’s the final episode of 2025 and this week I’m playing Sucker Punch’s Ghost of Yotei! Plus gaming hardware sales are in the gutter and Netflix has your family game night covered!

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14:33

161: Baby Steps

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/12/11

On this week’s show I’m checking out the ridiculous and challenging Baby Steps! Plus the future of WB Games is as uncertain as a second season of a Netflix original series, and I’m back in Fortnite!

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14:50

160: Ball x Pit

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/12/04

This week on the program I’m playing the super fun Ball x Pit! Plus the latest news on the controversy surrounding horror game Horses, and some alternative options for your holiday donation bucks!

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15:27

159: Rad Stuff of 2025

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/11/20

On this week’s program, I run down my favorite things of 2025! Including the Xbox Ice Breaker controller and Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race KD3! Plus we get our first look at the Legend of Zelda film and a special Black Friday giveaway!

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14:23

158: Keeper

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/11/13

On this week’s show I’m talking about Double Fine’s Keeper, the newly announced Steam Machine, and more!

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16:12

157: Yooka-Replaylee

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/11/06

On today’s episode, I’m checking out Yooka-Replaylee from Playtonic! Plus the state of Xbox is… not great, and John vs The Vending Machine!

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16:06

156: Spirits of the Stanley Hotel Part Two

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/10/30

In the conclusion to our special two part episode, I explore the halls of the Stanley Hotel and experience something unusual during my first night’s stay.

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14:01

155: Spirits of the Stanley Hotel Part One

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/10/23

On part one of a special two part Halloween episode, I share my experience at the legendary Stanley Hotel. Part one talks about the history of the hotel, its inspiration for an iconic horror novel, and my arrival at the hotel.

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17:13

154: Silent Hill F

Midlife SideQuest ·

2025/10/16

Halloween episodes continue this week with my impressions of Silent Hill F! Plus reviews are out for the ROG Xbox Ally X and a special guest talks about Cloverpit!

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