Franchise Unpacked
148 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsEvery movie, TV show, and video game has a rich and unique history. Dive into your favorite franchises with hosts Zac Rogers and Dave Meese as they unpack every little detail on the creation, duration, and potential futures of a wide variety of franchises!
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Episodes
Daddy of War...Er I mean God of War
January 20, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBThis week, Zac and Dave dive into the classic franchise "God of War", focusing mostly on the God of War 2018 and Ragnarok installments this time 'round. Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mummy Featuring SANDSTORM BY DARUDE
December 16, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBIn today's episode, the boys dive into the classic Brendan Fraser franchise: The Mummy! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Best Holiday Break Franchises!
November 27, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBWhich games are best suited for holiday breaks? Well, lucky for you, Zac and Dave are gonna be discussing JUST THAT! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bond...Franchise Bond...James Bond? James Bond.
November 11, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBZac and Dave dive into the classic British franchise "James Bond" in this week's episode. Get ready to talk about some VERY promiscuous names, some classic games, and the coolest spy the world has probably ever seen as we talk about some of the classic films from the James Bond franchise, as well as some of the most acclaimed video games like Goldeneye 007 for the Nintendo 64! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast o...
DOOM! The Game, the Movie, the....Floppy Disk?
October 28, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBZac and Dave BLAST some demons straight to hell in the 1993 classic, DOOM, that spawned (hah) an entire franchise from its cult-like following. Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Last of Us Part 1 Remake of the Re-Release of the Original
October 21, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBZac and Dave discuss the 2013 PS3 classic, The Last of Us part 1! Also for playstation 4. And playstation 5. And probably Playstation 6. Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EVIL INCARNATE! // Halloween (1978)
October 14, 2022 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBOn today's episode the boys dive into the SPooOOOoooOOOky 1978 smash hit, "Halloween" directed by John Carpenter. Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Super Mario Bros. Movie Trailer
October 07, 2022 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBWe discuss Chris Pratt's voice, Jack Black as Bowser, and the amazing aesthetics of the Mushroom Kingdom in this (extra long) minisode about the new Super Mario Bros. movie trailer that released just yesterday! Yeah. That's how on the ball we are. Make sure to check us out on Instagram @franchiseunpacked! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Al...
Hermi-One // Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
September 23, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIt's not leviosa. It's leviosa. Join the dudes as they dive into the amazing smash hit movie, HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE! Sorry for yelling. Follow us on instagram @franchiseunpacked ya dinguses! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Zelda Tears Of The Kingdom First Impressions
September 16, 2022 04:00 - 11 minutes - 8.2 MBYou guys. It's really happening!! Make sure to check us out on instagram @franchiseunpacked for more updates on this game! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Does Lakitu TRULY exist?? // Super Mario 64
September 09, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBWe got cameras, we got polygons, and doggonit we got nostalgia for the N64 smash hit, Super Mario 64! Make sure to follow us on instagram @franchiseunpacked! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Vecna you sneaky B // Stranger Things 4
September 02, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBJoin us in a trip TO THE UPSIDE DOWNNNNN while we discuss the fourth season of the hit Netflix series, Stranger Things! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BRING ME SPIDER-MAN! // Marvel's Spider Man for PS4
August 26, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBMore spidey? Say less. Join Zac and Dave as they dive into the Playstation 4 smash hit: "Marvel's Spider-Man". Have suggestions for our next episode? Think you'd be a great guest? Drop us a line at [email protected]! And be sure to follow us on instagram @franchiseunpacked Love you <3 Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we'r...
Spider Man: No Way Home....Oh also we're back baby!
August 19, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBOn today's episode, Zac and Dave dive into the Marvel hit movie Spider Man: No Way Home. Also, the boys are BACK IN TOWN BABY! New release schedule with episodes dropping every friday. You're not gonna wanna miss these upcoming episodes. It's the good stuff. Trust me. Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which wil...
What's up with the new Breath of the Wild 2 footage?
April 18, 2022 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.4 MBWhat's going on with the Master Sword? Or Link's arm? We honestly have no idea, but we make some WILD guesses and speculation in today's episode all about the new footage seen in the new BotW2 trailer! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
Move it, FOOTBALL HEAD! It's time for HEY ARNOLD!
April 04, 2022 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBJoin us as we dive into the Nickelodeon classic, Hey Arnold! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dumb and Dumber is a classic
March 28, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBThanks for tuning in! Make sure to check us out on instagram @franchiseunpacked! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Elden Ring is hard as h*ck
March 14, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBWe talk runes, incantations, spells, and allllll the death screens you can possibly imagine on this week's episode of Franchise Unpacked! Make sure to check us out on Instagram @franchiseunpacked Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Final Fantasy with Wayne McCarty
March 07, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBYou guys. Wayne is a rockstar in this episode. We take a dive into the amazing franchise that is Final Fantasy! We all geek out pretty dang hard in this one, so buckle up, and enjoy the ride. Make sure to check out Wayne and the Florida Men on Florida Man podcast HERE Huge shoutout to these guys. They've been long time friends and supporters of the show, and we're here for it. Love you dudes! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe...
Pokémon Legends Arceus! Arseus? Arkeus?
February 28, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIt's time to dive in to (what Zac thinks may be) the best Pokémon game in a decade. Pokemon Arceus! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Legend of Zelda REMAKES
February 01, 2022 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBI mean, this one's kinda self explanatory. We dive into the wonderful world of Zelda remakes! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Top 5 WORST Disney Movies Featuring Kelly Washington and Will Lentz!
January 24, 2022 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBToday the wonderful folks from the Slice of Disney Podcast join us to talk about our TOP 5 WORST DISNEY MOVIES EVER! It's a wild ride, folks. Let's dive in. Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Scream 2022
January 17, 2022 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBI mean, the title basically says it all. Today we dive into the Scream franchise with a focus on the new Scream 2022! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Matrix Resurrections
January 10, 2022 18:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIs it good? Does it suck? That's up to YOU to decide. And for us to discuss on this week's episode all about the Matrix, specifically the latest installment The Matrix Resurrections! Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
Nintendo Console TIER LIST!
January 07, 2022 14:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIt was REALLY hard to not give every console an S tier ranking. Just saying. Check us out on Instagram!
Zelda: Breath of the Wild
January 03, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBWE'RE BACK LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!! Get ready to dive into a new year, new us with Franchise Unpacked. Thanks so much for listening! If you're not already, we'd really appreciate it if you'd subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platforms, and give us that 5 star rating, you nerds! Also, we're on Instagram here which will absolutely be a good time for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Grand Theft Failure
December 10, 2021 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBSafe to say the GTA Remasters aren't the best. But are they the WORST? Also yes. Kind of. Let's discuss. Check us out on Instagram!
Don't Far Cry For Us.
November 19, 2021 17:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBOkay it was a bad title, but it's kinda fitting because the game isn't that great either. Listen to us gripe about (and praise) Far Cry 6! Check us out on Instagram!
To Emulate or Not To Emulate? Switch Virtual Console WSG CAPTAIN DANGEROUS!
November 12, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBIn to the woods we go, friends. We dive into the addition of the N64 Virtual console on the Nintendo Switch with our new friend and Nintendo brand ambassador Captain Dangerous (Ky) Check us out on Instagram!
Majora's MADNESS! Majora's Mask SPOOKY EPISODE*
October 22, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MB*Not actually that spooky. Sorry. Check us out on Instagram!
Resident Evil VR
October 15, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWe talk crypto, producer Shia, and most importantly Resident Evil VR for the Oculus Quest 2! It's a good-un. Check us out on Instagram!
Red Dead Redemption and BONUS STORIES with ELEMENTELLIE!
October 08, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBGuys. This is a big one. We're joined by the INCREDIBLE @elementellie (IG) in this very special, very funny episode of Jump Attack Gaming (HEIIIIIY!) Check out Ellie on IG! Ellie's Website! Check us out on Instagram!
What Are We Playing? Eastward and Diablo II
October 01, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.25 MBIn this minisode, we catch up on what's currently in our consoles and on our minds. Get ready for a special episode next week featuring our guest @RedEllieGMR Check us out on Instagram!
The Re Re Re RELEASE of Skyrim
September 24, 2021 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBLet's "jump" into the "attack" of Skyrim. That was bad. I'm sorry. I'll have Shia go back and erase that. Check us out on Instagram!
The Game Boy Boys are BACK // Custom Game Boys
September 17, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBSpecial thanks to @linkmods80 on IG for showing us the light that is custom game boys. In today's episode we (Zac and Dave, and our new intern Shia) discuss the incredible world of custom game boys! Check us out on Instagram!
State of the Jump // Rumors Galore!
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBGuys let's just chill and hang today, yeah? We'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode, shoot us an email at [email protected]! Make sure to follow us on instagram too, @jumpattackgaming. We love you all. So much. ❤️.
Activision and Blizzard 👎 // Activision Drama
August 06, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBWe'd love to hear your thoughts on this issue, shoot us an email at [email protected]! Make sure to follow us on instagram too, @jumpattackgaming. We love you all. So much. ❤️.
Bust Out The Soundboard // Skyward Sword and GTA
July 30, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode we chat about Skyward Sword and GTA Online. Who'd have thought? Come hang with us ya beautiful humans!
Back At It Again! // Steam Deck
July 23, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBName changes? Steam decks? In person recording? We've got it all, folks.
Raw Doggin' It (I'm so sorry) // Cyberpunk 2077
December 14, 2020 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn today's episode we....ugh.........raw dog it.....with Cyberpunk 2077! Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook
Only Hand Stuff.....Sorry. // Oculus Quest 2
November 30, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBI promise it's not what it sounds like. Today on Hitbox Heroes we discuss the latest and greatest in VR - the Oculus Quest 2 headset! Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
The Great Walmart Crash of '20 // Playstation 5
November 23, 2020 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.9 MBIn today's episode we talk about the brand spankin new PS5! Even though it's sold out everywhere... Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
This Episode Might Get Flagged.... // Grand Theft Auto 5
November 16, 2020 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBFor crying out loud, we're only talking about running a crime empire in the VIDEO GAME, people! Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
Weird Donkey Kong Noises // Mario Kart
November 09, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBFor real though, what monkey makes that type of sound? Join us for our discussion of the Mario Kart franchise! Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
A Full Body Experience // Wind Waker (Lite) with WILL GOERINGER
November 02, 2020 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBOkay, so we strayed a little from our original topic of Zelda : The Wind Waker, but you'll get the picture. Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
No Unfurnished Tile Rooms // P.T.
October 26, 2020 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBToday we're diving into the immensely creepy (and increasingly difficult to find a copy of) P.T. for PS4! Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
Charles Entertainment Cheese // Five Nights At Freddy's
October 19, 2020 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBGet ready to JUMPSCARE! Did we get you? No? Damn. Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
Don't Investigate Distress Signals // Dead Space with DAVE SYMONDS!
October 12, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBBut for real, WHY would you go toward a distress signal in space? Just stay away, it's too late. Special thanks to our guest Dave Symonds for joining us in our discussion about Dead Space! Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing. Thanks everyone!
You Will Scream...Out Loud // Resident Evil 7
October 05, 2020 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBLet's get SPOOOOOKY in our first Spooktober episode on the ultra-creepy Resident Evil 7. Social Media: Instagram Twitter Facebook Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing! Thanks everyone!
Dave Is Secretly Jay Leno // Pokémon Red & Blue
September 28, 2020 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBGotta catch em all, and also gotta listen to Dave host his new late night show. Today we dive into Pokémon Red and Blue for the Gameboy. Instant classic, and the start of one of the largest video game franchises in history! Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/hitboxheroes/ https://twitter.com/HitboxHeroes Be sure to give us a follow, subscription, rating, all that good stuff! And please share so we can keep this podcast growing! Thanks everyone!