Rated G for Gamers Podcast
430 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★ - 9 ratingsDave and Dan are Rated G for Gamers. A podcast filled with news, rumors, in-depth discussions, and all around interesting banter about video games. Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo, PC, et al. New shows every Tuesday.
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Episodes
Episode 379 - So Long and Farewell
February 02, 2024 00:49 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBAfter a long hiatus, Rated G is back! This episode is bittersweet because it's Dave's last show. He'll be stepping down from hosting duties and the show will be going through some changes. But they still have a great show for you. Xbox has their first showcase of 2024 and the year looks to be strong for the green machine and the 2023 Game of the Year nominees and winners. All that and more on episode 379 of Rated G.
Episode 378 - We Go Direct Crazy
February 02, 2024 00:40 - 1 hour - 103 MBSony and Nintendo drop new showcases, the FTC blames Microsoft for devastating Xbox court document leak, and the latest iPhone lean in on AAA gaming. All that and more on episode 378 of Rated G.
Episode 377 - Did the Switch 2 Just Leak?!
September 19, 2023 12:23 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBSwitch 2 rumors are on the rise as the internet claims it's been shown behind closed doors. Is it time? Does 7 years mark the end of the reign of the original Switch? Dan and Dave discuss. Also in the news, E3 as we know it may be dead, and GameStop's CEO Ryan Cohen throws support for physical media. All that and Dan gives his thoughts on Starfield on episode 377.
Episode 376 - Is it Worth the Price?
September 07, 2023 17:56 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBSony gets a little greedy with their recent PlayStation Plus price increases. Dan and Dave get critical on this change and ponder whether people will bother paying for the service now. Also in the news, Nintendo goes deep on the new Super Mario Bros. Wonder in their latest direct and a new Atari 2600 console hits the market. All that and Dan's got some wrestling takes on episode 376.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 35 - Pocket Bike Racer (Xbox), Gunvalkyre (Xbox), Pursuit Force (PSP), G.I. Joe (NES)
August 30, 2023 20:02 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Pursuit Force for the PSP and G.I. Joe for the NES and in our Triple R segment Pocket Bike Racer and Gunvalkyre for the original Xbox.
Episode 375 - One Ninety Nine
August 29, 2023 14:58 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBSony finally drops it's price and system specifics on their new handheld, the PlayStation Portal. The internet certainly had thoughts and so does Dan and Dave. Also in the news, Gamescom has come and gone and we get some announcements and gameplay trailers, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 gets a release date, and Charles Martinet, the voice of Mario is stepping down on episode 375.
Episode 374 - Hayden Christensen DLC
August 22, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBThe all digital future is here as Microsoft winds down the Xbox 360 store. Dan and Dave discuss what this means for the gaming space. Also in the news, Xbox rolls out a new enforcement strike system for unruly players, leaked photos of Lenovo's new handheld appear online and Sega now officially owns Angry Birds. All that and new Hayden Christensen content comes to every game ever on episode 374.
Episode 373 - Red Dead Damnation
August 15, 2023 04:05 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBThis episode is spicy like a habanero pepper as Strauss Zelnick doubles down on the Red Dead Redemption port pricing, the Video Game History Foundation puts out a troubling report on classic video games and THQ Nordic puts out a showcase of upcoming games. All that and Dan and Dave's takes on the Twisted Metal tv series and Guardians of the Galaxy 3 on episode 373.
Episode 372 - The Madness is Runnin' Wild with Special Guest Patrick Hickey Jr.
August 08, 2023 15:12 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBWith the launch of Wrestlequest, we have returning to the show Patrick Hickey Jr. to talk about his involvement with the game, voice acting, and his favorite wrestlers and matches of all time. In the news, rumors of a new Nintendo console continue to grow, Final Fantasy XIV heads to consoles and EA is porting Star Wars - Jedi Survivor to previous generation consoles. All that and more on episode 372.
Episode 371 - Xbox Hates Emulation
August 03, 2023 20:34 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB2023 is certainly shaping up to be a big year. Since it's a new month, we've got the new releases for August and boy is this month stacked. In the news, Microsoft brings down the hammer on gamers using their Xboxes for emulation, Dying Light developer Techland acquired by Tencent and a rare insurance ad referencing Super Mario World from New Mexico is unearthed. All that and more on episode 371 of Rated G.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 34 - Pro Wrestling (NES), Fable (Xbox), Our Top 3 Marvel Games
July 29, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Pro Wrestling for the NES and Fable for the original Xbox and in Our Top 3 segment, our top 3 Marvel games.
Episode 370 - Power to the People
July 25, 2023 16:52 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBWe may be close to the end of the Microsoft court battle as Activision Blizzard extends deadline to Microsoft in acquisition as to work out streaming rights in Europe and Sony signs 10-year agreement to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation platforms. Also in the news, as the SAG-AFTRA strike heats up, we find out that video game and commercial work are allowed as they fall under a different union, Xbox Live Gold is being sunset and NetherRealm Studios confirms Homelander, Peacemaker and more for...
Episode 369 - Microsoft Wins!
July 18, 2023 17:11 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBMicrosoft in a stunning victory has hopped all hurdles standing in it's way to acquire Activision Blizzard. It's all but complete with the exception of some streaming rights in Europe. Also in the news, Limited Run has their summer showcase and the content and execution were super rad, EA confirms Black Panther game in development and Larry Hyrb is stepping down as Major Nelson from Xbox. All that and more on episode 369.
Episode 368 - Let Me Tell You About My New Game
July 13, 2023 00:40 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBOn this week's episode, a rare 272 page PDF gets leaked from Sega detailing their confidence in the Sega Saturn, composer Grant Kirkhope thinks there's not enough fandom for a Banjo Kazooie sequel, Yuji Naka faces a 1.2 million dollar fine for insider trading and ol' Peter Molyneux is back with another Fable like project. All that and Dan's opinions on the Witcher and Marvel's Secret Invasion on episode 368.
Episode 367 - Final Fantasy May Cry
July 05, 2023 15:42 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBWe may be finally coming to the end of the Activision Blizzard acquisition court case! At the end of this month, a court ruling will decide whether or not Microsoft can move forward with the acquisition. If they get denied, Microsoft claims they will walk away. Very interesting times indeed. Also in the news, Red Dead Redemption and Assassin's Creed 4 - Black Flag may be getting remakes and the Gulf War Gameboy moves from it's Nintendo World Store location in New York. All that and the games...
Episode 366 - We Thought We Were Done
June 28, 2023 17:21 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBSeriously! We thought E3 summer showcase time was over but Nintendo comes out of the left field and surprises us wth a summer direct. And boy did they deliver. New games, new remakes and so much more. So join Dan and Dave on episode 366 where they get into all of it.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 33 - Mortal Kombat Special Forces (PS1) Twisted Metal 2 (PS1), NCIS 3D (3DS), WCW Mayhem (PS1)
June 26, 2023 04:23 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about NCIS 3D for the 3DS and WCW Mayhem for the PS1 and in our Triple R segment, Mortal Kombat Special Forces for the PS1, and Twisted Metal 2 for the PS1.
Episode 365 - ...and All the Rest
June 23, 2023 02:22 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBWe've finally come to a close of the pseudo E3 season with a bevy of showcases. Dan and Dave discuss Ubisoft Forward, the Devolver Digital showcase, Day of the Devs and the Capcom showcase. Who came to play and who didn't even show up. Join us on episode 365 as they break it all down.
Episode 364 - The Xbox Showcase 2023
June 14, 2023 01:48 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBMicrosoft comes out swinging during their showcase in the Summer Game Fest. Lots of games on display, 11 from their own studios. Check out this episode for all the details and Dan and Dave's hot takes.
Episode 363 - Geoff Keighley Presents - The Games
June 12, 2023 18:31 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBIt's all about Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest 2023 on this episode. Tons of games, premieres and and an in depth look of Mortal Kombat 1 with Ed Boon all on episode 363 of Rated G.
Episode 362 - Talking Streaming, Parenting and Final Fantasy Games with Special Guest GGGorgeous
June 06, 2023 20:02 - 1 hour - 93.2 MBOn this weeks episode, Dan and Dave talk to streamer GGGorgeous. She talks about gaming as a parent, her love of RPGs, the 1990 classic the Wizard and her thoughts on the greatest game of all time. In the news, Activision Blizzard may have a backup buyer if the Microsoft acquisition fails, the Meta Quest 3 gets announced and THQ wants to put out a physical edition of Alan Wake 2 on episode 362.
Episode 361 - Is This the Vita 2?!
May 31, 2023 16:18 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIt's all about Sony's press conference on episode 361. New trailers from Sony's latest acquisitions, a surprise remake from Konami and a new handheld?! All that and more on episode 361 of Rated G.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 32 -Darkstalkers (PS1), Joe and Mac 2 - Lost in the Tropics (SNES), Our Top 3 Zelda Games
May 27, 2023 04:05 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Darkstalkers for the PS1 and Joe and Mac 2 - Lost in the Tropics for the SNES and in Our Top 3 segment, in honor of Tears of the Kingdom releasing, our top 3 Zelda games.
Episode 360 - Welcome to the Seventy Dollar Price Tag
May 23, 2023 13:56 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBControversy over the new Mortal Kombat reboot price for the Switch ignites the internet as the inevitable seventy dollar price tag is coming. Dan and Dave discuss. Also in the news, PlayStation announces their 2023 showcase and they also throw their hat in the hardware accessibility ring, PS exclusive Stray is coming to Xbox and we say goodbye to Brendan O'Brien, the voice of Crash Bandicoot on episode 360.
Episode 359 - Game! Of! The! Year!
May 16, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBThis is it! Tears of the Kingdom has finally dropped! Dan and Dave spent the day at the Nintendo World Store too celebrate and pick up a copy. They're only a few hours in but does the game live up to the hype? Also, a speedrunner has already beaten the game in less than 2 hours and the game has been out less than a day. Crazy indeed. So check out our latest episode where it's all things Zelda... well mostly.
Episode 358 - Powersliding into Theaters
May 09, 2023 04:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBThe trailer for the Gran Turismo movie trailer drops and boy do Dan and Dave have differing opinions. But that's not the biggest news this week. Phil Spencer makes an appearance on the Kinda Funny podcast and takes responsibility for Xbox's recent misteps, Activision stands to get 3 billion if Microsoft deal falls through and a new Double Dragon game is in the works on episode 358.
Episode 357 - It Boils Dan's Bubble
May 02, 2023 15:07 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBThe CMA this week in a shocking turn of events blocks the sale of Activision Blizzard to Microsoft, the Twisted Metal TV show trailer drops, Sony gets Japan exclusive FFXVI accessories and good news for gamers who want a PSVR 2. All that and Dan confuses Dave on this episode with some new lingo that Dan swears is in with the kids on Tiktok on episode 357.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 31 - Kirby 64 - The Crystal Shards (N64), The Legend of Zelda - Oracle of Ages (GBC), NBA JAM (Arcade), Saturday Night Slammasters (Arcade)
May 01, 2023 00:12 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Kirby 64 for the N64 and The Legend of Zelda - Oracle of Ages for the GBC and in our Triple R segment, NBA Jam and Saturday Night Slammasters.
Episode 356 - Joseph Staten Leaves Xbox
April 25, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBLots of drama this week as Gary Bowser, the hacker who was part of Team Xecuter who made mod chips to bypass copy protection, was released from jail but a 14.5 million fine owed to Nintendo still on the books. Joseph Staten, ex-Halo boss moves onto work for Netflix Gaming, Sega acquires Rovio Entertainment and Atari regains the rights to a ton of game IP all on episode 356 of Rated G for Gamers.
Episode 355 - Ganondorf the Thicc
April 18, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 61 MBThe final Tears of the Kingdom trailer and an in depth Final Fantasy XVI State of Play both dropped this week. Dave has dubbed this time of 2023 as Christmas 3 because of how good these presentations look. They break down all the juicy details. Also, Redfall will only have 30fps quality mode on launch, Suicide Squad delayed again and a rare Sonic Adventure competition disc resurfaces all on episode 355.
Episode 354 - Could This Be the End?
April 13, 2023 15:24 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWe're back with our regularly scheduled programming and a lot happened in the past two weeks. The ESA officially cancels E3 this year. Dan and Dave discuss the future of the show and if it will even return next year. Also in the news, Gamestop copes with low sales numbers, Sony may be working on a new portable device and a new PlayStation patent suggests temperature changing controllers all on episode 354.
Episode 353 - PAX East 2023 Post Show Part 2
April 04, 2023 17:26 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBDan and Dave made it back home and boy are they tired. PAX East 2023 was an amazing experience and they're here to breakdown the rest of the stuff they saw. Games in this show: Dead Island 2, Toxic Crusaders, Gravity Circuit, Smile for Me, Turbo Overkill, Another Space Opera, Moonlight Pulse, Die by the Blade, Planet Cube - Edge, Mythic Protocol: Riftstorm. So join them for all the best moments of this year's con.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 30 - Pikmin 3 (Wii U), Kid Icarus - Uprising (3DS), Our Top 3 Launch Games
April 01, 2023 13:04 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Pikmin 3 for the Wii U and Kid Icarus - Uprising for the 3DS and in Our Top 3 segment, our top 3 console launch games.
Episode 352 - PAX East 2023 Post Show
March 29, 2023 13:46 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MBPAX East 2023 has come to a close and Dan and Dave are exhausted in a good way. This episode highlights some of the best of the show. They cover 30XX, Nocturnal, Elsie, Strayed Lights, Wrestlequest and more. Also in the news, The Last Ronin comic is being adapted into a videogame, Valve announces Counter-Strike 2 and Atari buys Nightdive Studios all on episode 352.
Episode 351 - The Future of Streaming and Microsoft
March 21, 2023 13:40 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBIt's their last episode before heading to PAX East! Dan and Dave share what they're looking forward to at the top of the show. Also they go over the notable games coming out next month. In the news, Microsoft partners with cloud streaming service Ubitus, beat 'em up Toxic Crusaders coming for current and previous gen consoles and PC, and the 3DS and Wii U eShops are finally closing down. All that and some Twitter drama over game accessibility on episode 351.
Episode 350 - It's Pronounced Three Fiddy
March 14, 2023 03:44 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBAt the top of the show, we get a little lesson on pronunciation and Loch Ness monsters. In the news, Starfield finally gets a concrete release date, Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi is making a comeback, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League delayed again and an Xbox Series S toaster? All that and more on episode 350 of Rated G.
Episode 349 - Trade Secrets
March 07, 2023 02:57 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBThe Activision Blizzard saga marches on as Sony is forced to reveal private documents to Microsoft after making monopolistic claims if the acquisition goes through. What ultimately will this do to Sony and Microsoft? Also in the news, NSO adds Metroid Fusion to it's game roster, Forspoken Dev Luminous Productions is being folded into Square-Enix and the Wolf Among Us 2 is delayed til next year. All that and more on episode 349 of Rated G.
Episode 348 - All the Right Moves
March 03, 2023 01:35 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBSony has their first State of Play of the year and it's quite the snoozefest. Konami claims big plans if E3 is happening, Microsoft doubles down on Call of Duty support for Nintendo consoles, an earnings call lets slip Mortal Kombat 12 production and John Romero gets a lifetime achievement award. All that and Dave's troubles finding a copy of Metroid Prime Remastered on episode 348 of Rated G.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 29 - Mario Hoops 3 on 3 (DS), Labryinth (Famicom), Super Mario Land 2 - 6 Golden Coins (GB), Doom (SNES)
February 25, 2023 05:01 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Super Mario Land 2 - 6 Golden Coins for the original Gameboy and Doom for the SNES and in our Triple R segment, Mario Hoops 3 on 3 for the Nintendo DS and Labryinth for the Famicom.
Episode 347 - The Trouble with Game Pass
February 21, 2023 05:15 - 55 minutes - 43.7 MBAt the top of the show, Dave gives his spoiler free review of the new Ant-Man movie and Dan reminisces over the Super Bowl. In the news, with the ongoing Activision Blizzard court proceedings, Microsoft agrees that Xbox Game Pass cannibalizes game sales despite previous claims, Nintendo and Sega are giving their employees raises and Ubisoft plans on being at E3 if there even is one on episode 347.
Episode 346 - The Best News Dave's Gonna Hear All Year
February 14, 2023 04:57 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBNintendo gives us a jam packed direct and Dan and Dave are here to break it all down on episode 346 of Rated G for Gamers.
Episode 345 - Not So GoldenEye
February 07, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBGoldenEye on modern consoles are finally here but is it the port we've been waiting for? Dan and Dave discuss the good, the bad and the differences between them. In the news, Knockout City, the live service dodgeball game is closing down only after a year of being up, all three major console manufacturers bow out of E3 and in Dubai, a giant PS5 is installed as a promotional stunt. All that and plans for the new DCU on episode 345 of Rated G for Gamers.
Episode 344 - Microsoft's Developer Direct 2023
January 31, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBXbox's latest developer direct, GoldenEye 007 Xbox and Switch remakes drop and boy do they have issues, The Last of Us Part 1 sees huge spike in game sales following HBO show and Metal Gear Solid 2 player beats the game using a dance pad. All on episode 344 of Rated G.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 28 - Thor (X360 & PS3), Comix Zone (Genesis), Tork (Xbox), Vanquish (X360)
January 28, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Tork for the original Xbox and Vanquish for the Xbox 360 and in our Triple R segment, Thor for the Xbox 360 and PS3 and Comix Zone for the Genesis.
Episode 343 - Tech Jobs in Trouble
January 25, 2023 23:44 - 55 minutes - 46.1 MBThe tech industry is a pretty bad state at the moment amid employee cuts. Microsoft reports over ten thousand including 343, Xbox, and Bethesda. Also in the news, the EU is reportedly objecting to Microsoft's Activision Blizzard purchase, Xbox and Platinum rumored to be reviving Scalebound and devs protest Indian government categorizing videogames as gambling. All that and Dan and Dave fawn over HBO's The Last of Us on episode 343.
Episode 342 - WATA Does it Again!
January 18, 2023 03:16 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBWATA just can't do anything right. It gets into hot water again after it incorrectly graded a Castlevania - Rondo of Blood which went up on eBay for 4k. Also in the news, Xbox Bethesda developer direct officially announced and it won't include Starfield, Ubisoft's stock price plummets and Prince Harry misremembers a holiday gift from his mom all on episode 342 of Rated G for Gamers.
Episode 341 - New Year, New Games
January 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBThey've been away for a bit but Dan and Dave back and better than ever. It's their 2022 recap episode and Game of the Year conversation. 10 games enter and one winner emerges.
Saturday Morning Retro Episode 27 - Shinobi (3DS), Jet Set Radio Future (Xbox), Our Top 3 Videogame Christmas Gifts
January 08, 2023 04:46 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBOn this month's episode of Saturday Morning Retro, Dan and Dave talk about Shinobi for the 3DS and Jet Set Radio Future for the Xbox. Also, in our "Our Top 3" segment, our top 3 videogame Christmas gifts.
Episode 340 - Is the Videogame Adaptation Renaissance Here?
December 21, 2022 04:34 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBOn this weeks episode, Sony goes all in on videogame adaptations, Hideo Kojima is working on a Death Stranding movie and an extremely rare Michael Jackson game gets found at a flea market. All this and Dan and Dave look back at their Nintendo Switch gaming stats for the last year on episode 340 of Rated G.
Episode 339 - The Game (Trailer) Awards Recap
December 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 77.8 MBAl Pacino, Final Fantasy XVI, Christopher Judge's long acceptance speech and a shout to Bill Clinton. All these things happened at the 2022 Game Awards. It was a wild night and Dan and Dave spend the episode breaking it all down.