Almost Gamers
Join us in a casual conversation with friends about gaming. It's a humorous journey into what we are currently playing, sometimes poorly and not usually on trend. We also talk new and upcoming releases, gaming news, best of lists, and are never afraid to go off on crazy tangents.
Episodes
24 episodes
Episode 24: Airships and Magic Sticks
The party is back with a brand new look and a temporary save point. From there they set forth on...not very many quests. Luckily the Boss Battle is mighty. The duo try their best to sell you various vehicles from video games. Matt really gets i...
Episode 23: Unhinged Gameplay
Brace yourselves, this ride may go off the rails a bit. Eventually, Matt talks a little about playing some modded Fall Out New Vegas, and a little game called Brotato. Andrew finishes up Diablo 2 and a little game called Minishoot' Adventures.<...
Episode 22: The Saga Continues
The boys are back and ready for more adventures! It's been a while since the party was assembled, so there's a lot of catching up to do. Matt gives an in depth look at The Outer Worlds 2 while Andy...digs a hole. They hop back into the Emporium...
Episode Twenty One: The Final Boss
Join us for the exciting season finale. The adventure begins yet again in Hades. Matt somehow braves through (some of) Wu Chang Fallen Feathers, but his nerves give out. Andy grabs armor and a cape and starts Doom Dark Ages, but still has time ...
Episode Twenty: Gathering For Battle
Join us as the party gathers 'round to give thanks. Matt and Andrew are plenty thankful for Hades II as they dive pretty deep into this GOTY contender. Matt finally boards the Monster Train, and they both find their own Vampire Survivors clones...
Episode Nineteen: The Haunted Castle
Welcome to a spooky journey into Hades... 2. Matt finally finishes his 33rd expedition, and Andy can lay Hollow Knight to rest and then digs up a creepy old game. Grab some peanuts and crackerjacks, cause they pick video game characters to play...
Episode Eighteen: The Overworld
In the midst of a multi-day Borderlands 4 marathon, the team takes a break to bring you another episode. Andman continues his love of playing games that makes him hate himself. Matt still can't finish a game. The duo reminisce over the possibly...
Episode Seventeen: Borderlands History
Deep dive in the history, lore, and gameplay of Borderlands. A great primer for those just jumping into the universe, or anyone needing a recap of the series.
Episode Sixteen: The Return Home
Possibly the party's longest journey yet, this tale will last you through the night. Matt and Andrew actual play a game together. Matt does a little 33 and a touch of a rando game, while Andrew surprise plays a sequel.The Emporium is fil...
Episode Fifteen: Boss Battle Beach Questions
While at the beach, we decided to Lightning Round some game-related questions with our friends. So pour yourself a Dirty Witcher and join us for some fun.
Episode Fourteen: The Beach
Join us on vacation as we record at the Outer Banks, NC.
Episode Thirteen: The Dungeon Part 2
Still trapped in the Dungeon, the party forages for crunchy rolls. The shop is all about Ultrawide Monitors and Matt almost answers questions about it correctly. Matt corrects some composer errors and kinda corrects some easter eggs. Andy bring...
Episode Twelve: The Dungeon Part 1
Beware as we enter The Dungeon, where our party is low on sleep and full of vodka iced tea. We get fan mail, Andy finishes KCD2, and there is much rejoicing. Matt is loving his 33rd Expedition while Andy collects some Monster Train Cards. For t...
Episode Eleven: New Party Member Part 2
Haley returns and this episode's trip to the Emporium enters the exciting realm of... Chairs! Matt gives Andy a hard time during the Respawn, and responds with an Apache Helicopter. More BL4 news sparks a debate about "Collector's Editions." We...
Episode Ten: New Party Member Part 1
This episode, the first guest joins us on the epic journey: Hayley Wilds. She shares her woes of growing up not having a console of her own, and finding love during gaming. And also hate. During an ill fated Gears of War session with us a...
Episode Nine: The Inn Part 2
Second Half of The Inn brings us back to the Equipment shop where we discuss video gamepads and their progression over the years. Matt remembers his struggles adapting to "Dual Analogue sticks" which naturally leads to fluffernutter recipes. Ma...
Episode Eight: The Inn Part 1
Back at it with some updated What Yinz Playing. Matt starts the 33rd expedition and likes what he see so far. Andy and Matt are both on team dodge, those parries can suck it. MAtt also gives the final review on South Of Midnight. Andrew takes a...
Episode Seven: Tutorial Part 2
We start off with a trip to the Emporium and talk about gaming headsets and their evolution over the years. Andrew clarifies some Max Richter music from an earlier episode. Also, bass clarinets and minimaps. We discuss the horrors of $80 games ...
Episode Six: Tutorial Part 1
Another epic episode with tales of 90s mascots and castles. Matt gives up on Blue Prince while Andy delves back into the peasant life with Kingdom Come Deliverance. Matt is loving on South Of Midnight, but not so much on muso games. This Boss B...
Episode Five: Opening Cutscene Pt 2
Join us for the exciting second half! We try to game and quicky go down a Metallica tangent. The news leads us into an Elder Scrolls tangent. Then it's Borderlands 4, collectors editions, and Game Pass games galore. And instead of deciding what...
Episode Four: Opening Cutscene Pt 1
Load up this episode as Matt and Andy both share their experience with Blue Prince. Hilarity ensues. Things heat up when the duo talk about their Video Game Crushes. Matt talks the history of 3D gaming and how much he really likes to look...
Episode Three: Character Creator
This episode Andrew discusses the benefits/hardships of gaming with a 6 year old daughter. Matt gushes over Assassin's Creed Shadows and how distracted he gets from a good looking vista. They delve into the history of licensed games and Matt's ...
Episode Two: Settings
Welcome back for some more random talk about games. This time Matt can't seem to play games the right way while Andrew falls into a Minecraft hole. The duo discuss "old" games that were impossible to beat, reminisce about all night gaming marat...
Episode One: Title Screen
Join us as we start as level 1 podcasters. We discuss a lot of Baldur's Gate, tabletop D&D, Andrew's love of crippling difficulty and Matt's delve back into Night City. We also worry for Ubisoft, xbox controllers, and OCD oriented players. ...