The Cross Players Podcast
352 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★ - 6 ratingsWelcome to The Cross Players Podcast, where casual gaming and comedy collide.
Hosted by a group of internet gaming friends from across the UK, we cover all things Nintendo, PlayStation and Xbox. And sometimes, if we're feeling particularly saucy, PC and retro games too.
If you enjoy the show, check out more from The Cross Players podcast network and support us on Patreon for even more bonus content.
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Episodes
The Switch Island Podcast - Ep30 - Mario Can't Make This Pod Any Better
June 30, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBThis week, Rich, Pete, and Dan all sit down to discuss the latest Nintendo news and releases, with big Dave making a guest appearance to host the Prancing Epona Pub Quiz!
The Switch Island E3 Community Reaction Special
June 21, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBOn this special episode, we take a deep dive into everything Nintendo served up at E3 and take calls from several illustrious members of this wonderful little community. Thanks to everyone who contributed: Steven (Our newest Patron!) Justin (Nintendo Dads) Adam (Patron/Switch Indie Fix) Gio (SwitchRPG.com) Congaltron (Listener) Casey (Talk Nintendo) Serge (Backlog Busters) Lloyd (Nintendo Pulse) Dr Fact (Patron) ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as w...
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep14 - Andrew Dickinson
June 14, 2019 05:00 - 40 minutes - 46.7 MBOn episode 14 of Desert Island Cartridges, Ben and Rich are joined by one of our lovely patrons, Andrew Dickinson, who also happens to be the author of the forthcoming book Dreamcast: Year One. Needless to say, this is a bit of a Sega love-fest, and the boys also talk about their mums quite a lot, but in between Andrew tries to get his game, food and drink of choice onto our glorious island. ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you...
The Switch Island E3 Nintendo Direct Reaction Special
June 11, 2019 21:10 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBJoin Dan, Mark & Ben as we geek the heck out and give our instant takes on Nintendo's 2019 E3 Direct! As ever, thanks for listening to our inane ramblings this week. If you’re a regular listener and fancy getting a bit more involved on the island, our social links are pretty simple and easy to remember... YouTube: www.youtube.com/TheSwitchIsland Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheSwitchIsland Website: www.TheSwitchIsland.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheSwitchIsland Instagram: www.instagram.com/T...
The Switch Island Bumper E3 Prediction Special
June 06, 2019 06:30 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBThree blokes, six predictions. Three sensible(ish) and three completely idiotic. Join Mike, Mark, and Dan as we get super hyped for E3 2019. So, thanks for listening to our inane ramblings this week. If you’re a regular listener and fancy getting a bit more involved on the island, our social links are pretty simple and easy to remember... YouTube: www.youtube.com/TheSwitchIsland Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheSwitchIsland Website: www.TheSwitchIsland.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheSwitchIsl...
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep13 - Hannes Rahm
May 20, 2019 04:00 - 33 minutes - 38.2 MBHannes Rahm is the super-talented developer behind the recently released "Hell is Other Demons". Today he is facing a new kind of hell and 3 grotesque demons (Ben, Mike & Rich) as he attempts to make it onto the island... ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support us directly by contributing to our Patreon: patreon.com/theswitchisland ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get involved with our supe...
The Switch Island Podcast - Ep29 - Ding Dong XL Puns Galore
May 12, 2019 22:04 - 1 hour - 165 MBThe guys get a little caught up in Ding Dong XL puns, but bring it back on track to discuss games like Hollow Knight, Shakedown Hawaii, Cuphead, and much more!
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep12 - Adam Nickerson
May 06, 2019 18:00 - 47 minutes - 54.4 MBFor this episode we are delighted to be joined by Adam Nickerson, creator of the dangerously addictive Ding Dong XL. We know he can make great games, but can he choose a game that will allow him safe passage into our exclusive, all-inclusive resort? Join Dan, Ben, Mike and Rich as they ask the hard-hitting questions and giggle at any mention of the word Ding Dong. Grow up, lads. ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support ...
The Switch Island Podcast - Ep28 - Hangovers, Tingle, And A Tombola
April 28, 2019 07:17 - 1 hour - 184 MBThis week, the guys talk through Nintendo's fiscal results, SteamWorld Quest, the recent system update, and whether Joker has been a super smash, or an ultimate flop. ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support us directly by contributing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/join/SwitchIsland ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get involved with our super-friendly gaming community: YouTube: youtube.co...
Mario or Smario - Ep1
April 26, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBBy popular demand, we’ve put together an entire Mario or Smario episode, invited on two of our lovely patrons & lumbered them with our in-house numpties to compete for a prestigious prize! ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support us directly by contributing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/join/SwitchIsland ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get involved with our super-friendly gaming community...
The Switch Island Podcast - Ep27 - We All Want Labo VR!?
April 15, 2019 22:12 - 1 hour - 209 MBThis week, the lads are chatting about Labo VR (with the help of a very special guest, Charlie!!) as well as the latest Nintendo Direct trolling and the accidental announcement of the Super Smash Brothers stage builder... Sakuraiiiiiiii !! ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support us directly by contributing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/join/SwitchIsland ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get...
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep11 - EGX Rezzed 2019
April 12, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBThis week Ben and Age of Boredom managed to escape the island to pay a visit to EGX Rezzed back in their hometown of London. In order to make it back they’ll need to endure a thorough dressing down from Dan as he pumps them for intel on all the upcoming Switch games they played. Not only did those cheeky scamps return with some insider info, they also picked up a few stowaways on their travels… Thanks to all of our guests on this special episode: Doris & Rosie from Chucklefish Roberto from...
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep10 - Justin Masson
April 05, 2019 04:01 - 53 minutes - 61.1 MBFor the 10th episode of Desert Island Cartridges, Ben and Dan are joined by one of our podfathers, Justin from Nintendo Dads! There may even be a short cameo from one of Justin's N-Dads cohorts... ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support us directly by contributing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/join/SwitchIsland ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get involved with our super-friendly gaming c...
The Switch Island Guide to... SEGA
April 01, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBJoin Dan, Mark, Ben and "Qualified SEGA Historian" Rich as we present our guide to Nintendo's old nemesis-turned-BFF, SEGA. --------------- If you'd like to be in with a chance of winning a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, modded to perfection by the strangely feminine hands of our man Dan, head on over to our Twitter page: https://twitter.com/switch_island/status/1108496802326691840 ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can sup...
The Switch Island Podcast - Ep26 - New Switch Models And An Old Joker Called Shigeki Morimoto
March 29, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBThis week, the lads are discussing the latest Nindie Showcase, the rumour of TWO new Switch models, and so much more (this one is a banger!) ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support us directly by contributing to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/join/SwitchIsland ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get involved with our super-friendly gaming community: YouTube: youtube.com/theswitchisland Twitter:...
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep9 - Daan Koopman
March 27, 2019 05:00 - 52 minutes - 60.4 MBOn this episode Ben and Dan welcome Daan Koopman aka @NintenDaan (GameXplain, Nintendo World Report) and pick his encyclopaedic brain to see which game he'd bring onto the island. But first he'll need to convince the lads and possibly arm wrestle Dan to decide which is the best Final Fantasy game... It gets spicy. If you'd like to be in with a chance of winning a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, modded to perfection by the strangely feminine hands of our man Dan, head on over to our Twitter p...
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep8 - Age of Boredom
March 20, 2019 05:00 - 52 minutes - 60.6 MBYouTuber extraordinaire, Age of Boredom joins Ben and Mark and attempts to sneak himself and his game of choice onto the island. Will the fact that he hates Dan be enough to get him on? Probably, but there's only one way to be sure... ------------------------------ If you enjoy consuming our content as much as we love making it, you can support us directly by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/SwitchIsland ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and...
The Switch Island Podcast - Ep25 - Bye Reggie, Pokemon, Resident Evil Switch Tax, & Labo VR!
March 13, 2019 23:11 - 1 hour - 168 MBIn this weeks car crash, the guys talk through the recent Pokemon Direct, Reggie retiring, new Wargroove content, Final Fantasy IX, Turok, the Resident Evil Switch tax, and much much more!!
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep7 - Drew Agnew
March 08, 2019 13:27 - 39 minutes - 44.8 MBJoin Ben and Dan as they welcome Drew Agnew from the House of Mario podcast onto episode 7 of Desert Island Cartridges. Will Drew's antipodean charm be enough to win us over and get himself and his game onto the island? Every fortnight, we ask the general dirty public and internet personalities, which game they would take onto our elusive, all-inclusive Switch Island. ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get involved with our super-friendly gaming community: YouTub...
The Switch Island Guide to... The Messenger
February 28, 2019 06:00 - 42 minutes - 48.6 MBJoin Dan, Mark & Ben as they take a spoiler-filled deep dive into The Messenger on Nintendo Switch. --------------- eShop Description: As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor. Leveraging player expectations as a core design ingredient, The Messenger is fir...
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep24 - Nintendo Direct, Links Awakening, & Hell Warders!
February 25, 2019 19:47 - 1 hour - 194 MBThis week, the lads discuss the recent Nintendo Direct and their hot takes on the announcements / how 2019 is shaping up for the Switch.
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep6 - Talk Nintendo Podcast
February 20, 2019 07:25 - 56 minutes - 64.3 MBThe Desert Island Cartridges welcomes Casey Gibson & Perry Burkham from Talk Nintendo Podcast! But will both of them make it onto the island...? You can find Casey and Perry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkNintendoPod Every fortnight, we ask the general dirty public and internet personalities, which game they would take onto our elusive, all-inclusive Switch Island. ------------------------------ Hop on over to the island and get involved with our super-friendly gaming community: Twi...
The Switch Island Podcast: BONUS - Feb 2019 Nintendo Direct Reaction - A New Old Zelda!
February 13, 2019 23:16 - 12 minutes - 23 MBNike, Mark, Ben, and Dan all share their thoughts on the excellent February 2019 Nintendo Direct!
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep5 - Super Rare Games
February 11, 2019 22:26 - 33 minutes - 38.5 MBThe Desert Island Cartridges - George from Super Rare Games!! Every fortnight, we ask the general dirty public and internet personalities, which game they would take onto our elusive, all-inclusive Switch Island. You can find George and Super Rare Games at https://superraregames.com/ or on twitter @SuperRareGames
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep23 - Nintendo Are Minted! Feat. Smite, Wargroove, And Dr Mario
February 04, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBThis week, the lads are talking about Nintendo's fiscal reports, as well as discussing their thoughts on Smite, Skies of Fury, Metroid Prime, and much more! Hosted by Pete, Mark, and Dan.
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep4 - N64 Josh
February 02, 2019 10:20 - 42 minutes - 48.8 MBThe Desert Island Cartridges - N64JOSH!! Every fortnight, we ask the general dirty public and internet personalities, which game they would take onto our elusive, all-inclusive Switch Island.
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep22 - Where's Our Main Nintendo Direct?
January 26, 2019 13:35 - 1 hour - 164 MBThis week, Pete, Mark, and Dan are discussing the lack of a full Nintendo Direct, as well as Tales of Vesperia, Super Mario Bros U Deluxe, Smash, and all of the latest news!
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep3 - The Nintendo Guru
January 22, 2019 07:00 - 50 minutes - 92.3 MBThe Desert Island Cartridges - Bobby aka The Nintendo Guru! Every fortnight, we ask the general dirty public and internet personalities, which game they would take onto our elusive, all-inclusive Switch Island. Your hosts this week: @Benjicong & @DannyWard2707
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep2 - Ben @Benjicong
January 19, 2019 07:52 - 42 minutes - 77.6 MBThe Desert Island Cartridges - Ben! Every fortnight, we ask the general dirty public and internet personalities, which game they would take onto our elusive, all-inclusive Switch Island.
Desert Island Cartridges - Ep1 - Rob @Becquerel269 & Mike @Fox 4ce5
January 19, 2019 07:49 - 38 minutes - 70.4 MBThe Desert Island Cartridges - Episode 1 - Rob & Mike! Every fortnight, we ask the general dirty public and internet personalities, which game they would take onto our elusive, all-inclusive Switch Island.
Ep21 - Our 2019 Predictions & The Year We See Xbox On Switch?
January 04, 2019 07:00 - 2 hours - 295 MBIt's The Islands birthday and also New Years Day, so the boys are celebrating by sounding off on their predictions and wildest dreams for 2019! Agree or disagree? Let us know at @Switch_Island on Twitter, or in the comments on our site - www.switchisland.co.uk
Ep20 - The Big Bad Bumper GOTY 2018
December 19, 2018 08:00 - 2 hours - 182 MBThis is it. The one you've been waiting for - Episode 20 and our huge, massive, game of the year episode 2018. Strap in and come along for the ride of your life!
Ep19 - Skyward Sword Homeward Bound?
December 05, 2018 00:03 - 2 hours - 226 MBThis week, we digest the news of a (pocket) monster for Switch sales, as well as discussing the rumours of a long awaited remaster of Skyward Sword. Big man tings. * Pokemon Let’s Go - Sales figures looking strong. And Black Friday sales of were through the roof. * Zelda rumours - Skyward Sword teased and then shot down * A few Twitter called Pikachu a boy’s Pokemon and Eevee a girl’s Pokemon? Truth or bollocks? * There WAS another Pokemon RPG, Pete was right. Smark reveals all, and reveal...
Ep18 - A Really Big Bee Interrupted The Show.
November 24, 2018 13:36 - 2 hours - 120 MBThis week, we talk all things Smash, Pokemon Lets Go!, Diablo 3, and much more! (We're also attached by a giant be - sorry). Hope you enjoy the show! Pokemon Let's Go! Diablo 3 Child Of Light Undertale Resident Evil Revelations Night In The Woods
Ep17 - The Halloween Special: Scary Games and Rooty Shooty 2 vs Breath of the Wild
October 29, 2018 21:55 - 2 hours - 237 MBIn their first ever Halloween episode, the terrible trio talk through their scariest gaming experiences and discuss how THE INTERNET has decided that Breath of the Wild is terrible, due to some cowboy nonsense. This one isn't for the fainthearted!
Ep16 - The Big N64 Mini Wishlist
October 20, 2018 15:45 - 1 hour - 188 MBIt's been a minute, but the boys are back to discuss all things Nintendo! This week, we discuss JoyCon modding, our official N64 Mini wishlist, and the games we're all playing.
EGX 2018 - The Morning After The Night Before
September 24, 2018 23:22 - 41 minutes - 75.3 MBThe lads are back and rested(ish) from their weekend at EGX 2018 and are ready to share their initial thoughts on the games they played!
Ep15 - Nintendo Direct Hit, or Miss? (with special guest Age of Boredom)
September 16, 2018 13:33 - 2 hours - 252 MBThis week, we're joined by special guest, Age of Boredom, to discuss and digest the September Nintendo Direct! Did the guys enjoy the direct? Listen to find out! (This one gets a bit raunchy!)
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep14 - Indies And Definitely Not Monster Hunter. Promise.
September 02, 2018 20:28 - 1 hour - 217 MBThis week, we absolutely don't talk about the recent release of The Game That Shall Not Be Named, along with our thoughts on the latest batch of Indie announcements, and several other hot topics from the wonderful world of Nintendo! In this episode, we talk about; Indie Directs Rumoured firmware 6.0 Smash Pro Controller and which special edition to buy! Shovel Knight final releases now April 2019 Dragalia Lost Direct Switch It Up Pete - MHGU! Mark - No Heroes Here vs Overcooked 2, BombCh...
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep13 - Pete's Little Laptop, (Feat. Haig Club Whiskey)
August 20, 2018 21:36 - 2 hours - 221 MBThis week, the lads get (a little - ahem) tipsy and take on the following topics; IGN Plagiarism Scandal. Diablo on switch this year (audible gasps) Doom Eternal. Switch Online coming second half of September. Dark Souls confirmed date - October 19th. Nintendo hits 700 million consoles sold. Smash Direct!!! Switch It Up Darkest Dungeon Octopath Traveller Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate Element Salt & Sanctuary
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep12 - Oi Dave, You Got Any Of Them Nintendo's?
August 04, 2018 19:50 - 1 hour - 188 MBWe should really stop this trainwreck - tonight, we tried to keep it civil, focused, and factual. Instead, it turned into (nearly) two hours of mouth farts. We talk about Octopath Traveller, DK Tropical Freeze, Darkest Dungeon DLC, and Mushroom Wars 2, and tackle a new edition of Who Wants To Be A Millionerd. Enjoy!
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep11 - Our Sweaty Summer Episode
July 13, 2018 15:17 - 1 hour - 150 MBWE'RE BACK! It's been a nice month of sun and lemonade in the UK, but the boys are back into the wonderful world of Nintendo and raring to chat. This week, we talk about Hollow Knight, Mario Tennis, Nintendo's plan to release more Nindie titles, and much, much more.
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep10 - Nintendo Direct E3 Reaction
June 12, 2018 19:07 - 52 minutes - 95.7 MBSo, the E3 Nintendo Direct has just finished and our tiny little minds were blown. The guys deep dive into the games announced and try to piece together whether 2018 is a better year for Nintendo than 2017, and just exactly what 2019 will look like! https://www.switchisland.co.uk/news/2018/6/12/the-podcast-ep10-nintendo-direct-e3-reaction
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep9 - The E3 2018 Special
June 09, 2018 15:39 - 2 hours - 253 MBThis week, the lads are SUPER pumped for E3! We have a special guest on to help us digest all of the recent leaks and predict what Nintendo might have in store for us. The games we discuss this week; Wulverblade Fortnite Mario Tennis Pokemon Octopath Traveller Xenoblade Chronicles Dragon Ball Fighter Z Lichtspeer MegaMan Collection Die For Valhalla Stardew Valley West Of Loathing Skies Of Fury Sky Rogue And many, many more ....
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep8 - Is It Laurel or Yoshi?
May 23, 2018 20:32 - 2 hours - 223 MBAfter a few weeks of Nintendo news, the boys are back and raring to go. Star Fox, Monster Hunter, Mario Aces, and all the usual goofiness from your three favorite Liverpool and Dorset based nerdy commentators.
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep7 - Dan Hates DK And His Stupid Face.
May 04, 2018 22:29 - 1 hour - 200 MBThis week, the triforce trio tackle Tropical Freeze, Nintendo's leadership changes, how Rockstar could bring GTA to the Switch and much, much more!
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep6 - Ready Player Three! (It's Smark Time!)
April 22, 2018 18:59 - 1 hour - 190 MBOh my! Is that a new voice we can hear? Pete, Dan & Mark (!!) discuss what they're playing and what the feel Sega Ages means for the absent virtual console, along with chatting about the franchise's they DON'T want to see on Switch.
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep5 - Early E3 Predictions, A Lack Of News, & Some Cube Love.
April 01, 2018 13:44 - 55 minutes - 102 MBThis week, the lads talk through what they're hoping to see from Nintendo at E3, along with some thoughts on their recent announcements.
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep4 - Nintendo Direct Reactions
March 10, 2018 16:04 - 1 hour - 161 MBThis week the boys are digesting all the huge news from March's Nintendo Direct!
The Switch Island Podcast: Ep3 - Celeste, Bayonetta, Big Dave in Costco
March 04, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 158 MBAfter a few weeks, the boys are back in the box and chatting all things Nintendo! Please share, like, and subscribe!