Game Mess Decides

53: I don't know about this PewDiePie

Last week, everyone was mad at GamesBeat for posting a video of Dean playing Cuphead poorly. This week, it's PewDiePie's turn for ... worse things. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, hosts Jeffrey Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about why PewDiePie is bad, why he keeps doing this, and why other YouTubers are sick of his crap. As part of the fallout from PewDiePie discussion, the podcast tries to figure out what this means for the future of copyright, DMCA law, and Fair Use ...

52: Your Cuphead World Champions

The collection of gamers that compose YouTube and Reddit have turned their suspicious gaze upon GamesBeat, and we swear we didn't mean to offend. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, hosts Dean Takahashi, Jeffrey Grubb, and Mike Minotti humble themselves before this great and terrible force. Together, we are holding hands and begging for one last chance to "git gud." We awoke this ancient legion of frustrated gamers with a 26-minute demo of Dean playing the upcoming Xbox ...

51: New Super Mario Bros. Is Dogshit

Half-Life 2: Episode 3 died a long time ago, but its soul found some new life this week when writer Marc Laidlaw apparently published the story he had planned to close out the trilogy. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, we talk about Laidlaw's attempts to finish his story and our feelings about a Valve that isn't interested in making Half-Life anymore. In addition to Half-Life, hosts Jeffrey Grubb and Mike Minotti dive into the news like PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds be...

50: Been Through The Desert On Xbox With No Games

Microsoft delayed Crackdown 3 to next year, and the publisher doesn't have a lot of other releases to fill in the gaps for its upcoming holiday season. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, managing editor Jason Wilson, reviews editor Mike Minotti, and I (PC gaming editor Jeffrey Grubb) try to figure out what the hell Microsoft is doing. The Xbox One X is launching November 7 for $500, and Microsoft is focusing on what the upgraded console will do for your current library....

49: Nazi Murdering Simulators

Nazis and the Ku Klux Klan are in the news in the United States for holding rallies and murdering a counter-protester in Charlottesville, Virginia. This grim reality weighed on our minds when we went to record the GamesBeat Decides podcast this week, so we decided to talk about the history and the future of how games depict white supremacy. This week, VentureBeat social editor Anthony Agnello and VentureBeat managing editor Jason Wilson join host Jeffrey Grubb on the GamesBeat Decides podcas...

48: The Official Game Boy Sock Light

We are talking road-trip games on the GamesBeat Decides podcast this week. PC gaming editor Jeffrey Grubb and reviews editor Mike Minotti talk through their memories of playing video games on America's highways, at Disney World, and that one Shoney's in Central Ohio. The hosts also talk about news stories like Middle-earth: Shadow of War's microtransactions, Take-Two's deep respect and love for the PC, and Activision's remaster plans. Games discussed include: - Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 ...

47: SONIC = THOMAS JEFFERSON

Regular host Jeff Grubb is on vacation and is getting ready to road trip up to Mount Rushmore, but he came in to record this week's podcast with Mike Minotti. Inspired by this presidential monument, the GamesBeat Decides crew is going to pick which characters should go on the Mount Rushmore of video games. We also talk about the news and some games on this episode, so join us, won't you? Games discussed this week: - PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds - Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 - SMT: Stran...

46: Nintendo's Online House of Misery

Nintendo released its Switch Online app on iOS and Android last week, and it is awful. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, we ask if Nintendo will ever really fix it because it seems like it just doesn't care.  In addition to Nintendo's dumpster fire, hosts Jeffrey Grubb and Mike Minotti welcome Intel indie developer program boss Bob Gardner to talk about the news and some games. We cover the NPD report and talk about strong sales for fighting games, Crash Bandicoot, and...

45: Where are the Mario Maker clones?

Super Mario Maker came out in 2015 and proved that designing games is a ton of fun. Now, in 2017, gamers are still waiting for a followup to that game from Nintendo or something similar from any other publisher or developer. Instead, fans have started filling in the gaps with their own games that enable you to make your own Mega Man levels and Super Mario 64 courses. So why the hell are we relying on fans, and where are the official Mario Maker clones? We tackle that subject on this week's ep...

44: SAMOA JOE ON THE GO

Take-Two Interactive is bringing games to the Nintendo Switch, so the GamesBeat Decides podcast wants to talk about third-party support for the Switch. Are more publishers going to consider the hybrid console? We decide that and more. Hosts Jeffrey Grubb and Mike Minotti also talk about the news and some of the games we've been playing. Games discussed include: - Final Fantasy XII - Shovel Knight: Spectre of Torment - PUBG

43: Patriotic But Very Lazy

It's July 4 weekend in the United States still, and we're feeling pride in our country and sloth everywhere else. This week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast is a quick one. Hosts Jeffrey Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about games and the news, and then they return to their red, white, and blue holes to eat tubed meats and blow shit up. Games on this week's show: - PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds - Final Fantasy XIV - The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild DLC - Crash Bandicoot N.Sane...

42: Five Stages of Hype/Grief for SNES Classic

Summer is upon us, and that means we have some time to catch up on games, look to the future, and -- oh, my god! Nintendo just announced the Super NES Classic Edition! I'm freakin' out! On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides, that sweet boy Bob Gardner joins the podcast along with hosts Mike Minotti and Jeffrey Grubb. We talk about Wolfenstein: The New Order, Nier, and more before getting into the news. In the second half, Mike and Jeff discuss their excitement for the Super NES Cla...

41: Yeah, I was at E3 2017

The GamesBeat team is back home after a long week in Los Angeles for the Electronic Entertainment Expo trade show in Los Angeles. E3 2017 had plenty to get fans excited, and now it's time to look back assess the show, the games, and everything else on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Hosts Jeffrey Grubb and Mike Minotti look back and talk about if companies like Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, and the rest met expectations. They also talk about how E3 itself has changed. Fina...

40: E3 SPECIAL 4 -- ALL IS LOST

The GamesBeat crew has lost its mind. We have gone repeatedly into the belly of the Electronic Entertainment Expo beast, and the trade show has revealed the beast in us. Now, we need to talk about video games at E3. On today's episode of GamesBeat Decides, the entire team gets together to discuss the best game they saw today. Hosts include Jeffrey Grubb, Mike Minotti, Stephanie Chan, Dean Takahashi, and Jason Wilson, and they each pick one game that they played on the penultimate day of E3. ...

39: E3 SPECIAL 3 - YOUR ONE-UP BOYS AND GIRLS

Nintendo brought the pre-E3 media presentations to an end yesterday with its half-hour of power. The publisher didn't reveal Super Smash Bros. for Switch. Instead, it revealed Rocket League, Metroid Prime 4, and Pokemon are all going to hit its hybrid home/handheld console. The company also revealed new Yoshi and Kirby games. On today's episode of GamesBeat Decides, the crew of Jeffrey Grubb, Mike Minotti, Jason Wilson, and Stephanie Chan come together to discuss everything Nintendo as well a...

38: E3 SPECIAL 2 - RABBIDS > SPIDER-MAN

We're back ... barely. E3 marches on, and now we've survived through Sony, Ubisoft, and more. Join us to hear our thoughts so far.

37: E3 SPECIAL 1 - EA, XBOX, AND BETHESDA

For our first GamesBeat Decides podcast of E3 2017, hosts Jeffrey Grubb and Mike Minotti welcome on new hire Stephaine Chan to talk about what we've seen so far. Electronic Arts, Microsoft, and Bethesda have finished their media events. They were exhausting, nonstop experiences clearly designed to overwhelm the senses. And I think you can consider our senses overwhelmed.

36: Losing It Before E3

It's all coming undone, and just in time for E3. This week, Jeff and Mike wrap up some final thoughts on E3, remember the best moments from past shows, and talk about the news. Games we discuss: - Rebuilding a PC - Arms - more

35: Nintendo E3 Preview

On this week's episode, Mike and Jeff talk Nintendo at E3. We know about Mario, but what else will the publisher bring? And what did we do to deserve a crossover Rabbids game? We also have news and some new games. Here's what we discuss: - Star Trek: Bridge Crew - Vanquish - The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind

34: Sony PlayStation E3 Preview

On this week's show, we cover what Sony is bringing to E3. We also talk about the week's news and the following games: - Dead Cells - Danger Zone - Injustice 2 - PUBG - Nier: Automata

33: Microsoft E3 Preview

Join us as we talk about Vanquish, Nier, Prey, and Battlegrounds. We also go over the news, and preview what you should expect from Microsoft at E3 next month!

32: Bethesda, Ubisoft, and Activision E3 Preview

This week, Mike and Jeff go over the week's news, talk about our recent games, and then we preview what you can expect from Activision, Ubisoft, and Bethesda at E3 2017. Stick around to the end for an interview with Playful CEO Paul Bettner about his studio's game Creativerse.

31: EA At E3 - What To Expect

E3 is fast approaching, so we're going to start talking about this week on the podcast. We also go over the last week of news and talk about what we've been playing. Discussed: PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, Puyo Puyo Tetris, Mario KArt 8 Deluxe, and more

30: Nintendo Happens For A Reason

Doesn't mean it's a good reason. On this week's episode, Mike and Jeff try to figure out why the hell Nintendo would cancel the NES Classic.

29: Free Minecraft In Every Pot

28: Teach Me How To Dysentery

27: Batman Forever Commemorative Collector's Cup

Mike is back from his sexual tourism in Canada, and we talk Persona 5, Splatoon 2, and whether Nintendo's business model is what Microsoft and Sony are missing.

26: A Stale Tale In Andromeda

On this week's episode, host Jeffrey Grubb and GamesBeat lead writer Dean Takahashi talk about the latest Mass Effect game. Is Mass Effect: Andromeda a galactic leap forward for the company? Ehhhhh....

25: ZELDA SPOILERCAST

On this week's episode, Jeff does a weird voice, Mike finds something to complain about, and both of the guys talk Zelda spoilers for about an hour. Join us, won't you?

24: Zelda Hater vs. Zelda Lover

On this week's episode, we talk about our Zelda: Breath of the Wild review. Host Jeffrey Grubb gave the new Zelda masterpiece a 100/100, so he had on freelancer Willie Clark who gave the game a "NO" in his review at Zam.com (and got a lot of shit for it). Along with GamesBeat's Mike Minotti and Dean Takahashi, the crew talk about what the game gives you to love and why Willie doesn't love it at all. Join us, won't you?

23: Ark pays $4,000 a month for mods

On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, host Jeffrey Grubb talks to Studio Wildcard's Ark lead designer Jeremy Stieglitz and community manager Cedric Burkes about the developer paying modders. Join us, won't you?

22: Nintendo Switch hands-on preview

We have the Switch, and we're allowed to talk about it ... a bit. Nintendo's preview embargo for the hardware is up now, and we wanted to answer some of your questions. Join us for the start of our content leading up to the launch of the Switch.

21: Horizon Zero Teddy Roosevelt

On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, Intel esports marketing boss George Woo joins host Jeffrey Grubb to talk about IEM Katowice and which president they think should be in their favorite games. Join us, won't you?

20: Steve Wiebe's Favorite Video Game

We talk about E3 opening up to the public as well as Jeff's visit to Valve. Mike also shares which celebrity loves him and thinks he is a video game. Join us, won't you?

19: You're talking outta turn, Mike!

In this week's episode, Jeff and Mike talk video game commercials during the Super Bowl and Fire Emblem: Heroes. Join us, won't you? And email the podcast at [email protected] with any questions or comments.

18: Overwatch in 2017 - Watch The Tanks!

GamesBeat Decides discusses the future of Overwatch. Host Jeffrey Grubb and co-host Mike Minotti discuss what Blizzard has been doing with the game so far and what we want from the shooter in 2017. Join us, won't you?

17: Nintendo won't make another 3DS

On this week's podcast, the crew talks about the 3DS. Is the Switch going to replace Nintendo's handheld? And what were the five best 3DS games? GamesBeat Decides.

16: TEENS REACT TO NINTENDO SWITCH

In this special episode, the GamesBeat Decides team reacts to Nintendo's Switch event. We talk about the price, release date, motion controls as well as games like 1-2 Switch, Super Mario Odyssey, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

GamesBeat Decides 15: Oh, yeah! Effin' Wave Race!

The GB Decides crew picks the dormant Nintendo franchises that should return on the Switch.

GamesBeat Decides 14: A Hideous Xbox

In this miniepisode, Mike and Jeff pick the 5 best-looking consoles of all time.

Game of the Year

In this episode, GamesBeat Decide gets the whole crew together for a lengthy, contentious battle over what are the 10 best games of the year. Join us, won't you?

GamesBeat Decides: 2016 GB Rewind Part 3

In part 3 of our look back at 2016, Jeff and Mike pick the best gaming company of 2016.

GamesBeat Decides: 2016 GB Rewind Part 2

In the second part of our GB Rewind series, we decide the best new gaming universe.

GamesBeat Decides: 2016 GB Rewind Part 1

GamesBeat Decides looks back on 2016 with some year-end awards.

GamesBeat Decides 08: Six Death Stars

Jeff, Dean, and Mike talk about the Nintendo Switch's Maxwell chip, Super Mario Run's $10 price, and the top 10 best Star Wars games.

GamesBeat Decides 07: 100 new Pokémon in Call of Duty

On this week's episode, host Jeffrey Grubb and his cohort Mike Minotti talk about Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios. Then they decide the following topics: Are baby Pokemon enough to save Pokemon Go? Is Super Mario Run exciting? Is Nintendo’s Switch marketing working? Can Call of Duty recover?

GamesBeat 06: Skip to the HD Remaster

On this week's episode, host Jeffrey Grubb has GamesBeat writers Dean Takahashi and Mike Minotti on. Together, they discuss Oculus Touch, The Last Guardian, PlayStation Experience, and The Game Awards.

GamesBeat Decides 05: No Cats

On this week's episode, host Jeffrey Grubb and GamesBeat editor Jason Wilson discuss the first hours of Final Fantasy XV, No Man's Sky's first big update, game sales, and getting back into Hearthstone.

GamesBeat Decides 04: Evil Comedy Man

On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, Mike and Jeff discuss Thanksgiving co-op games, the Nintendo Switch price, Conan O'Brien being mean to Japanese role-playing games, and the top-5 Wii games.

GamesBeat Decides Beta Episode: A Manufactured Minotti Shortage

On the episode for the week of November 14, GamesBeat Decides host Jeffrey Grubb and his cohort Mike Minotti decide the fate of the NES Mini and 2016's forgotten game of the year contenders. They also choose the next franchise that Telltale should work on.