Game Mess Decides
400 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 62 ratingsThe Game Mess Decides podcast is the weekly gaming news show from Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti. They decide all of the biggest issues in gaming so you don't have to think for yourself.
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218: NSO IS MID
October 15, 2021 22:20 - 2 hours - 86.8 MBIt was a busy week of video game news and releases, and the GamesBeat Decides crew is here to talk about all of that and more. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about the new Final Fantasy XIV expansion, which Mike played for around 9 hours. They also talk about Nintendo's expensive Expansion Pack. Join them, won't you? Jeff Grubb’s Twitter Mike Minotti’s Twitter Watch live Friday afternoons on YouTube (subscribe and ring the bell) Subscribe to the RSS Listen on Anchor.fm Ap...
217: METROID DREAD TIME
October 08, 2021 23:21 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBIt was a busy week of video game news and releases, and the GamesBeat Decides crew is here to talk about all of that and more. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb are playing Metroid Dread, and they have thoughts. They also talk about Sora joining Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and the GTA Trilogy launching next month. Join them, won't you? Patreon.com/gamemess Join the podcast’s Discord server Jeff Grubb’s Twitter Mike Minotti’s Twitter Watch live Friday afternoons on YouTube (subscribe and rin...
216: BAND OF HEROES = LIMP BIZKIT
October 01, 2021 20:01 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBWelcome to October here at GamesBeat Decides. On this episode, the crew talks about PlayStation's acquisition of Bluepoint and what it means for that studio's games. Also, is the Metroid Prime Trilogy really coming? Turns out that Nintendo might have other plans. Oh, and Limp Bizkit is in a Final Fantasy game sorta. The crew talks about all of that and more, so join them, won't you? Patreon.com/gamemess Join the podcast’s Discord server Jeff Grubb’s Twitter Mike Minotti’s Twitter Watch live F...
215: GOODBYE, JASON!
September 24, 2021 21:31 - 2 hours - 83.9 MBIt was one weird week in video games. Nintendo finally did its September Direct video event where it announced -- well, all we can really remember is that Chris Pratt is playing Mario. GamesBeat editor Mike Minotti, however, is still excited that Kirby is getting a full 3D video game. Also, that Castlevania Advance Collection is real and available now. Additionally, former GamesBeat managing editor Jason Wilson joins the podcast to say goodbye to the writers he attempted to herd for nearly a ...
214: DELAY SEASON
September 17, 2021 21:06 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBThe GamesBeat Decides podcast is back this week to destroy your stock portfolio. Editor Jeff Grubb discusses how you caused a slight dip in EA's stock price this week, and fellow editor Mike Minotti gives himself an alibi to evade the long arm of the Securities and Exchange Commission. The crew talks about all of that and Battlefield 2042's delay, which kicked off the whirlwind stock rollercoaster in the first place. Also, Mike and Jeff really like Deathloop. Jeff, meanwhile, really likes Det...
213: I'MMA GET THAT ASS
September 10, 2021 22:06 - 2 hours - 85.1 MBAre you considering thinking for yourself? Well cut that out because GamesBeat Decides is here to do all your thinking for you. That includes insights regarding the PlayStation 5 Showcase, the return of KOTOR, and Insomniac's Wolverine. We also talk about Jim Ryan reversing decisions, Halo's next flight, and some awful game called Parasite Eve. Join us, won't you? Join the podcast’s Discord server Jeff Grubb’s Twitter Mike Minotti’s Twitter Watch live Friday afternoons on YouTube (subs...
212: KOTAKU DESTROYS MIKE MINOTTI
September 03, 2021 21:22 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBGamesBeat Decides is reconvening to decide everything about the world of video games so you don't have to think for yourself. On this episode, GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about the recently announced PlayStation 5 showcase. That is coming next week and will focus on PS5 games. Sony also revealed some details about Horizon: Forbidden West's launch including the lack of an upgrade path for PS4 owners. Finally, Nintendo surprised everyone with a new game that is launching ...
211: APRIL O'NAL
August 27, 2021 22:19 - 2 hours - 87.9 MBOn this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides, the crew talks about playing Psychonauts 2. GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti also discuss Gamescom news including Halo's date, Horizon's delay, and the reveal of Marvel's Midnight Suns. The team also reacts to the new Metroid Dread trailer, and we all learn about Mike's feelings about April O'Neil. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeffgrubb Discord: https://discord.gg/N7x23EYXQS Gamesbeat.com
210: HALO FEATURES DELAYED
August 20, 2021 20:32 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBDiscord Patreon YouTube Quakecon happened, and Bethesda revealed yet another version of Skyrim that it wants to sell you, and the GamesBeat Decides crew came together to discuss the news. Also, fans are getting an enhanced version of Quake from Nightdive Studios, Microsoft revealed it delayed some Halo features, and GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb played the WarioWare: Get It Together demo. Join us, won't you?
209: BIG GTA REMASTER, NPD, AND MORE
August 13, 2021 19:19 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBVideo games are real. There's no denying that.
208: JEFF'S FAVORITE JOURNALIST
August 06, 2021 20:52 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBDiscord Patreon YouTube The gaming industry delivered earnings this week, and the crew talks about it on this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides podcast. It turns out companies are still seeing strong performance even if sales are down compared to the 2020 pandemic. But Nintendo has sold 89 million Switch systems, GTA V has sold more than 150 million copies, and PlayStation Plus continues to grow. Also, GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti answer listener questions. Join us, won't ...
207: HORIZON FORBIDDEN WEST DELAY
July 30, 2021 21:36 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBDiscord Patreon YouTube Horizon: Forbidden West isn't coming out this year. That's according to a GamesBeat source and corroborated by a source for Bloomberg's Jason Schreier. What does that mean for Sony's holiday release slate? Well, PlayStation probably isn't worried as PlayStation 5 hardware and software continue to sell well. GamesBeat Decides hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss all of that and more on this week's episode.
206: CRANK TIME
July 23, 2021 22:54 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBDiscord Patreon YouTube Working at Blizzard sounds like a challenge for women and minorities, and in some instances, it sounds like a nightmare. At least, those are the allegations from California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing. The crew discusses those issues on this episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti also talk about EA Play, Dead Space, Battlefield Portal, and Respawn's new game.
205: VAVLE'S SWITCH PRO
July 17, 2021 18:44 - 1 hour - 78 MBDiscord Patreon YouTube On the latest episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb attempt to preorder the new Steam Deck handheld device. Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch OLED model also went up for reservation, and The NPD Group released June 2021 sales data. Jeff and Mike also answer listener questions about the Steam Deck, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl, and more. Join us, won't you?
204: #HULSTING
July 09, 2021 22:41 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBOn this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb live the beef-'n'-cheddar life. They also discuss what Nintendo is thinking with the Switch OLED and what Ubisoft is thinking with Assassin's Creed: Infinity. The crew also answers listener questions and discuss Donkey Kong Country 2. Finally, send pictures of your upside down PlayStation 5s to @jeffgrubb with the hashtag #hulsting. Discord Patreon YouTube
203: BUBBLE BITER
July 02, 2021 20:39 - 1 hour - 77 MBOn this week's GamesBeat Decides, we admit that we were referencing Dead Space now that everyone else in the world has confirmed it. Also in the news, Hideo Kojima is getting nearer to a deal with Microsoft, and Mass Effect and Dragon Age will skip EA Play later this month. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb, meanwhile, answer listener questions and play listener-submitted games. Join us, won't you? Discord Patreon YouTube
202: BEEF AND CHEDDAR BOYS
June 25, 2021 16:48 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBDiscord Patreon On the GamesBeat Decides podcast this week, editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti woke up early so Jeff could go to the zoo. That means you get Jeff's disturbing morning voice. The crew also discusses the building excitement for Metroid Dread, which has Nintendo fans seeking out previous Metroid releases. Mike, meanwhile, has nothing but nice things to say about Sega's 30th anniversary Sonic concert. Oh, and Konami may finally release a bundle of its Game Boy Advance Castlevani...
202: MEATFLUENCERS
June 25, 2021 16:48 - 1 hour - 102 MBDiscord Patreon On the GamesBeat Decides podcast this week, editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti woke up early so Jeff could go to the zoo. That means you get Jeff's disturbing morning voice. The crew also discusses the building excitement for Metroid Dread, which has Nintendo fans seeking out previous Metroid releases. Mike, meanwhile, has nothing but nice things to say about Sega's 30th anniversary Sonic concert. Oh, and Konami may finally release a bundle of its Game Boy Advance Castlev...
201: WELCOME TO THE BLUE BOX DILEMMA, AGENT 47
June 18, 2021 19:51 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBDiscord Patreon E3 is over, and what do we have to show for it? Well, how about a conspiracy about a Hideo Kojima video game? The crew talks about the latest internet theories surrounding developer Blue Box and the horror game Abandoned on this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb also give their final thoughts about E3, talk about some news, and answer your questions. Listen, won't you?
GB Decides E3 Day 6
June 15, 2021 23:39 - 2 hours - 86.2 MBDiscord Patreon Nintendo nailed its Nintendo Direct today by going to the well and rescuing some old franchises from certain demise. GamesBeat Decides is coming together to discuss the Switch's upcoming releases like WarioWare: Get It Together, Metroid: Dread, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, and more. Mike also played that Final Fantasy Origin demo finally, and Cyberpunk 2077 is back on PSN.
E3 2021 Day 5: VERIZON? CAPCOM? BATMAN? WTF?!
June 15, 2021 00:52 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBDiscord Patreon We were supposed to talk about new games announced at E3 on this show, but there freakin' weren't any. Instead, Batman doesn't go down, Intellivision is like a depressing Vegas casino, and your questions answered.
E3 2021 Day 4: XBOX, BETHESDA, FORZA, HALO, FINAL FANTASY DISASTER, AND MORE
June 14, 2021 01:28 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBMike is mad about Final Fantasy, and Jeff doesn't think Guardians of the Galaxy looks good. But Xbox had a great show.
E3 2021 DAY 3: UBISOFT, MARIO + RABBIDS, AVATAR, AND THE RANDY PITCHFORD SHOW
June 13, 2021 00:19 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBOn this episode of GamesBeat Decides, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb react to day three of E3. That includes Ubisoft, which has a new Mario + Rabbids and an Avatar game. Also, why is Randy Pitchford? These questions answered and more. 2:06 - E3 Day 3 Reactions 33:39 - Questions
200: E3 2021 Day 2, Koch Gaming Primetime, Episode 200 Spectacular!
June 12, 2021 00:04 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBDiscord Patreon GamesBeat Decides reaches episode 200, and thank you to anyone who has listened to all of them or if you've only listened to one of them! On this episode, GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about E3 2021, Summer Game Mess, industry hacks, Arby's, and more.
E3 DAY 1 SPECIAL: ELDEN RING, SUMMER GAME FEST, AND MORE
June 10, 2021 22:28 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBKeighley had it.
RATCHET & CLANK: RIFT APART REVIEW
June 08, 2021 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBMike and Jeff review Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, which launches June 11 exclusively on PlayStation 5 for $70. Discord Patreon
199: E3 2021 SCHEDULE, PREDICTIONS, AND LEAKS
June 04, 2021 21:20 - 2 hours - 96.9 MBDiscord Patreon The rumored Nintendo Switch Pro probably won't pop up before E3, and GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about that and more this week. Also, what is up with Elden Ring, Marvel XCOM leaks, and more. E3 2021 is heating up, and the crew is getting excited and is ready to answer listener questions.
198: E3 2021 NEWS WEEK 1, SWITCH PRO, SONIC, HORIZON, AND DRAGON QUEST
May 28, 2021 20:56 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBDiscord Patreon The Nintendo Switch Pro is back in the news, and a reveal is imminent, according to Bloomberg and other insiders. Meanwhile, it was a busy week leading into E3 with news about Horizon: Forbidden West, Dragon Quest 12, and Sonic Rangers. The crew talks about all of that and more on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast.
197: STARFIELD DISCOURSE NEVER ENDS
May 21, 2021 20:23 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBSorry about AJ's Audio. I did what I could to fix it! It gets better later in the episode. Discord Patreon AJ on Twitter Jason on Twitter E3 2021 is mere weeks away, and is it time for gamers to start putting their expectations in check? That's one of the things that comes up on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. For this episode, Mike Minotti has been banished to the phantom zone, so editors Jeff Grubb and Jason Wilson brought in AJ Minotti, Mike's brother. In addition to...
196: ELDEN RING, STARFIELD, AND E3 2021
May 14, 2021 21:54 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBDiscord Patreon It feels like E3 has already begun, but while some fun announcements are coming, let's get some bad news out of the way. To that end, GamesBeat editors talk about Elden Ring's chances to show up at E3. They also discuss their expectations for Starfield releasing in 2021. 01:53 - Mike gets banished 04:20 - Starfield 6:30 - Elden Ring 11:05 - "I hope I'm wrong" 12:50 - PlayStation news 17:01 - New DualSense colors 19:40 - DQ stream 22:05 - Yakuza/Sega news 26:25 - Ubisoft news ...
195: LIGMA
May 07, 2021 21:54 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBDiscord Patreon On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, the crew discusses Nintendo's record earnings report. Reviews editor Mike Minotti talks about his Resident Evil Village review, Nintendo's new IP, and his thoughts on ligma. Also, more companies are joining E3 2021 and GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb talks about that as well as the Minions CEO joining Nintendo's board of directors.
194: THREE OUT OF FIVE
April 30, 2021 21:43 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBDiscord Patreon GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb dropped his Returnal review this week, and the internet handled it well. Jeff and reviews editor Mike Minotti discuss the game and the response to the review. Also, rumors are swirling about a new Project Dragon game out of Hitman developer IO Interactive. Jeff addresses that and the future of Star Wars games out of Lucasfilm.
193: INSPIRED BY MAG
April 23, 2021 21:20 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBDiscord Patreon Jeff on Attack of the Show GamesBeat reviews editor Mike Minotti is furious that Disney is changing an attraction -- something the company has probably never done before. But the crew doesn't have much time to talk about that because it's a busy GamesBeat Decides this week. Sony and Microsoft both have a lot of news, and then Mike and co-host Jeff Grubb answer a lot of your questions. They then talk about Returnal, MLB The Show 21, and Nier Replicant. Join us, won't you! 0:49 ...
192: EVERYBODY HATES JEFF
April 16, 2021 21:46 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBDiscord Patreon Everyone in video games is mad at GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb this week. ResetEra is furious, Dave Jaffe is upset, young people are cranky, and Jeff talks about it on this week's GamesBeat Decides podcast. Reviews editor Mike Minotti, meanwhile, gives us a look at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase. But first, the crew dives into the March 2021 NPD report, the Resident Evil showcase, and more. Join us, won't you!
191: KOJIMA + XBOX
April 09, 2021 22:03 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBHideo Kojima is talking with Xbox about publishing his next game, according to ... well, according to this podcast. Editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss that deal on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. The crew also tries to figure out what is going on with Sony's blockbusters-only strategy and if that could have negative repercussions for the publisher. Oh, and Jeff is nearly finished with Balan Wonderworld, which is a miserable experience. Join us, won't you?
191: KOJIMA + XBOX
April 09, 2021 22:03 - 1 hour - 55 MBHideo Kojima is talking with Xbox about publishing his next game, according to ... well, according to this podcast. Editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss that deal on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. The crew also tries to figure out what is going on with Sony's blockbusters-only strategy and if that could have negative repercussions for the publisher. Oh, and Jeff is nearly finished with Balan Wonderworld, which is a miserable experience. Join us, won't you?
190: WTF IS THREE FIVE EIGHT?
April 02, 2021 22:13 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBDiscord Patreon On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, reviews editor Mike Minotti shares some deeply troubling information about the nature of the game Kingdom Hearths 358/2. Also, Mike and fellow editor Jeff Grubb talk about MLB The Show launching on Xbox Game Pass, Mario's death, and Balan Wonderworld. Join us, won't you?
189: SWITCH PRO, DISCORD+XBOX, MONHUN RISE
March 26, 2021 21:09 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBDiscord Patreon GamesBeat reviews editor Mike Minotti got his first vaccine shot, so he's feeling a little loopy. He also ripped off his bandaid live during this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Beyond their adventures in public health, Mike and fellow editor Jeff Grubb talk about more Super Nintendo Switch rumors and Discord going up for sale. The crew also answers your questions and discusses Monster Hunter: Rise and It Takes Two. Join us, won't you?
188: THE GAME BOY COLOR CONFLICT
March 19, 2021 22:23 - 1 hour - 56 MBOn the latest episode of The GamesBeat Decides podcast, the crew looks at Xbox's strong week and PlayStation buying the Evo fighting-game tournament. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb also answer your questions and rank the Xbox consoles. But all anyone really cares about is the Game Boy Color. Was it a new generation and platform or was it a revision like other Nintendo handhelds? These are the questions that we are here to argue so you don't have to think for yourself. Join us, ...
187: BETHESDA, XBOX, STARFIELD, AND MORE
March 12, 2021 22:56 - 1 hour - 62 MBDiscord Patreon I forgot Starfield until the very end, so if you're listening for that be sure to listen until that point.
186: SUPER NINTENDO SWITCH RUMORS
March 06, 2021 16:27 - 1 hour - 58 MBDiscord Patreon Super Nintendo Switch rumors are heating up again, and GamesBeat Decides hosts Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about what they could mean. Also, that Elden Ring trailer leaked.
185: YUFFIE EXPERTS ONLY
February 26, 2021 23:22 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBDiscord Patreon We talk about commercials for video games and old games and other games.
184: MIKE'S BACKWARDS
February 21, 2021 02:08 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBDiscord Patreon The Gamer Rap By Mike Minotti Mike had his mic backwards. Yell at him on Twitter.
183: BOWSER'S FURY REVIEW, NPD SALES, CHEESECAKE FACTORY BET
February 13, 2021 00:43 - 1 hour - 72 MBDiscord Patreon The GamesBeat Decides crew can finally talk about Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury without getting a spank on the bottom, so they do exactly that this week. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb both really like the Wii U port and the new Mario experience. They talk about seeing the limitations of this new format for a Nintendo platformer while also guessing what the publisher might do next with the character. In the news, the team covers the latest NPD game report...
182: 'DAISY HAD A BADONKADONK'
February 06, 2021 00:08 - 1 hour - 53 MBPatreon.com/jeffgrubb Discord The gaming industry dropped a load of financial news over the last week. That has left the GamesBeat Decides crew to talk about PS5 sales, component shortages, and more on this week's episode. Join GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb as they tackle the week's news and discuss whether Battlefield 6 will have any free-to-play components. Mike is also weirded out by a developer's rant on ResetEra, and Jeff has gathered up some of your questions from the Di...
181: MAKE LOVE TO KEANU
January 29, 2021 23:45 - 1 hour - 48 MBhttps://discord.gg/RFzRM7gS6A It was a weird one in video games this week. Gamers upended the stock market because they only believe in memes, and whose fault is that? Also, you can bang Keanu Reeves in Cyberpunk, but should you? Nope, because he belongs to GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti. Also, Mike talks about Super Mario 3D World. Join us, won't you?
180: XBOX LIVE GOLD PRICE INCREASE, ACTIVISION CLOWNS
January 23, 2021 01:06 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBActivision is run by clowns, and Xbox Live Gold costs a lot more now. It's time to talk about video games on the GamesBeat Decides podcast. And GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti showed up to do exactly that. They also answer listener questions before talking in depth about Hitman 3. Join them, won't you?
179: THE JEFF GRUBB RADIO NETWORK
January 15, 2021 23:55 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBJoin our Discord Video game news is back after taking an extended holiday break. On the GamesBeat Decides podcast this week, editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about Lucasfilm Games, the 2020 NPD game-sales report, and Bowser's Fury. The Decides crew also answers your questions, which are almost all about Elden Ring for some reason. Join us, won't you? Core Mario https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xcvimjSa94
178: DEEMPHASIZING THE BIRD
January 09, 2021 00:48 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBIt's 2021 now, and video games are somehow still legal. And even if they weren't, we would still do this show because we're just a couple of badasses, and you can tell by looking at our gamer chairs. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb discuss the small bits of news. Jeff has also spent some time with Hitman 3 and he talks at length about that. Join us, won't you?
GAME OF THE YEAR 2020
December 27, 2020 02:41 - 2 hours - 75.8 MBGamesBeat Decides the top 10 games of the year.