Can A Game Be Good When It Makes You Feel Bad?

What's The Deal With: Final Fantasy?: Why do people love this whole Final Fantasy thing so much? Welcome to What's The Deal With, in which the Triple Click crew explains why something matters. This week, Jason, Maddy, and Kirk explain the history and appeal of one of the most beloved roleplaying video game series ever, from Sephiroth to Noctis and oh so much more. by Triple Click

58 min listen

Sony Shows A Bunch of PS5 Games: Surprise! Time for a bonus episode, as Maddy, Jason and Kirk react to Sony's big PlayStation 5 video game showcase. There were some cars, some swords, a lot of graphics, and a kitty cat wearing a backpack. They also showed what the console will look like. Let's discuss. by Triple Click

53 min listen

Do Spoilers Ruin Stories?: It's time for another HOT TOPIC! This week, Kirk, Jason, and Maddy talk spoilers: what are they? Why do people hate them? Do they really ruin stories? Plus: Jason's not throwing away his shot. by Triple Click

59 min listen

Black Lives Matter: We'll be back with a regular episode next week. by Triple Click

2 min listen

Trailer: Each week on Triple Click, video game experts Kirk Hamilton, Maddy Myers, and Jason Schreier journey into the fascinating world of games. They’ll explore hot topics in video game news and culture, answer burning listener questions, debate the pros and cons of the biggest new games, and replay old classics together. Coming soon to Maximum Fun! by Triple Click

2 min listen

The Fall of Fallout: There's been a lot of talk about post-apocalyptic worlds these days, so why not take a look at one of the most popular ones? This week, Maddy, Jason, and Kirk take a deep dive into Fallout, the long-running series whose most recent entry, Fallout 76, has been polarizing (to say the least). How did we get here? Let's discuss. by Triple Click

58 min listen

The Joy of Super Mario Odyssey: It's time for Triple Play, in which Kirk, Jason, and Maddy all play the same game. This week, the three of them are going deep on Super Mario Odyssey, released for the Nintendo Switch in 2017. How does it compare to previous Mario games? What's the multiplayer like? And why is this game such a complete and utter joy to play? Let's discuss! by Triple Click

52 min listen

Triple Play: Marvel's Avengers: It's time for another Triple Play! This week, the gang jumps into Marvel's Avengers, a new video game about superheroes who play Destiny. Is this game any good? Is it going through an identity crisis? And just what is up with Kamala Khan? Plus: Samus's Soapbox! by Triple Click

55 min listen

Summer News Roundup: It's time for some news! Maddy, Jason, and Kirk talk about the summer in gaming news, from the next-gen console war (and the glaring lack of prices) to replacement E3 plans from companies like Warner Bros., Nintendo, and Microsoft. Plus: Ubisoft keeps stepping on rakes. by Triple Click

59 min listen

The Music of Final Fantasy VII: It's time for a new segment called "Hey, Listen!", where Kirk takes listeners deep inside the music for a given video game. This first edition focuses on 1997's Final Fantasy VII, as well as some of the new arrangements from 2020's Final Fantasy VII Remake. What makes the original game's music so special? What new musical ideas are introduced in the Remake? And why is Aerith's theme so magical? Put on your headphones for this one, and turn up the volume. by Triple Click

60 min listen

Beanscast: Star Wars: The Mandalorian: In honor of MaxFunDrive 2021, we decided to put a beanscast from earlier this year in the main feed! This episode originally aired in the bonus feed on February 21, 2021. If you'd like more bonus episodes (and to get some extra MaxFunDrive swag), sign up to become a member today. ORIGINAL SHOW NOTES: For this month’s bonus episode, Jason, Maddy and Kirk put on their beskar helmets and jetpack straight into the rough and tumble world of Star Wars: The Mandalorian. It’s a wide-ranging discussion that goes from the specific (how can a helmet be so expressive?) to the broad (what are the most and least interesting things about Star Wars?), with plenty of detours along the way. by Triple Click

68 min listen

The Best Quarantine Video Games: What games should you play in quarantine? What are the best games to help you stay connected to your friends? This week, Kirk, Maddy, and Jason talk through some of their recommendations for video games to play in self-isolation, from meaty RPGs to idyllic animal village simulators. They also highlight their favorite Jackbox Party Pack games. by Triple Click

56 min listen

When Is It Ok To Use A Video Game Guide?: It's time for Burning Questions, in which Triple Click answers YOUR questions about all things gaming (and more). This week, Jason, Kirk, and Maddy open up the mailbag and answer questions about the best time to use strategy guides and what a video game industry without crunch might look like. Plus: One More Thing and Maddy's new job! by Triple Click

59 min listen

What's The Deal With... Paper Mario?: Just what is the deal with Paper Mario? Why is he so... flat? This week, the Triple Click gang dives into the conflict at the heart of Mario's spinoff adventures. Tradition versus innovation -- which will reign supreme? (Innovation. The answer is innovation.) by Triple Click

58 min listen

Beanscast: Final Fantasy VII Remake: In the first bonus episode of Triple Click, Maddy, Jason and Kirk get together to “spill the beans” on Final Fantasy VII Remake. What did they think of the game overall? How about that ending? And what the heck might happen next? This episode includes FULL SPOILERS for Final Fantasy VII Remake, and at about the hour mark (with a warning), the hosts will also talk about the events of the original Final Fantasy VII. by Triple Click

88 min listen

Triple Play: Hades: Jason, Kirk, and Maddy dive into Hades, one of the best games of the year so far. They talk about their favorite strategies, honor the Greek gods, and try to pinpoint what makes the latest game from Supergiant Games so special. by Triple Click

56 min listen

Which Games Do We Wish We Were Better At?: Maddy, Jason, and Kirk bring on special guest Ben Hanson (co-founder of MinnMax) to open up the listener mailbag and answer some BURNING QUESTIONS. What games does the crew wish they were better at? What are some timeless mechanics? And what are the most memorable button prompts in gaming? by Triple Click

55 min listen

Early Thoughts On The Last Of Us Part II: Maddy brings on special guest Rob Zacny (Vice, Waypoint Radio) to give some early impressions on The Last of Us Part II. They talk about what the game accomplishes, why it didn't do what they hoped it would do, and they try to avoid spoilers while navigating that ridiculous embargo. by Triple Click

56 min listen

Cops In Video Games: Kirk, Maddy, and Jason bring on old friend Evan Narcisse (Kotaku, io9, Rise of the Black Panther) to talk about how the police are portrayed in video games like BioShock Infinite, Resident Evil, and the Arkham series. Do games glamorize cops? Do they have a subtle influence on the way we perceive the militarization of police? Let's discuss. by Triple Click

58 min listen

Is The Madden Curse Real?: Since 1998, just about every NFL player to appear on the cover of the Madden video games has suffered some horrible fate. This week, Jason, Kirk, and Maddy debate an important question: does the Madden Curse really exist? by Triple Click

57 min listen

Triple Click Picks: The Video Games You Should Play: It's time for a brand new feature, Triple Click Picks, in which the gang builds a living list of ten video games that best represent the show -- ten video games that you should go and play ASAP. This week, Jason, Kirk, and Maddy announce the inaugural list of ten. by Triple Click

58 min listen

What Video Games Assume You Know: Welcome to Triple Click, a podcast about video games! On this debut episode, Kirk Hamilton, Maddy Myers, and Jason Schreier introduce themselves and then talk a bit about the language of video games. With tons of people stuck inside and playing games these days, what kind of video game tropes are they learning? What have hardcore gamers learned to take for granted? Why does food always give you health? Plus: the introduction of a weekly segment called One More Thing! by Triple Click

45 min listen

What's The Deal With: Souls Games?: What makes a Souls game a Souls game? Why do we love'em so much? And how many things have we learned from Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and the rest of the gang over the years? This week, the Triple Click crew dives into From Software's classic series and tries to figure out what the deal is. by Triple Click

58 min listen

Whoa, Microsoft Bought Bethesda: Well hey, if we had known Bethesda was on the market for only $7.5 billion, we would have made a bid! Maddy, Jason, and Kirk talk about Microsoft's major acquisition, plus the big PS5 news last week (Final Fantasy XVI!!!) and the reality that video games are going to cost $70 very soon. Plus, the brilliant, beautiful Hades and other One More Things. by Triple Click

56 min listen

The Last of Us Part II (Part 2): Jason and Kirk have gotten some time with The Last of Us Part II, and they have THOUGHTS. They talk to Maddy about the first half of the game (including spoilers for the first couple of hours) and dissect what they like and don't like. Later, the gang talks about the recent wave of sexual harassment allegations in the video game industry. by Triple Click

50 min listen

So Your Friends All Stopped Playing Video Games: What do you do when your friends stop playing games? Are games more fun when you play them at launch? This week, Kirk, Maddy, and Jason open up the mailbag and answer some of YOUR burning questions. Plus: Marvel's Avengers! Is it good? Let's discuss. by Triple Click

57 min listen

Our Favorite Games of 2020: 2020 is over!!! Thank goodness! It's time for Kirk, Jason, and Maddy to go over the best games of 2020. Each host shares their top-ten list, which includes some choices you might guess... and some that might surprise you! Plus: Jason and Kirk have finally finished the game they were obliged to play... Kirby Planet Robobot. by Triple Click

60 min listen

Now We've Played The PS5 Too: Last week it was all things Xbox, and now it's time for PlayStation 5! Jason has been using the fifth PlayStation for a few weeks now, and he's impressed. The load times are fast and the controller is slick. But is it worth getting or should you just wait??? Plus: Spider-Man Miles Morales and the wonderful Bugsnax (talkin about Bugsnax)! by Triple Click

59 min listen

The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X Are Almost Here: The console war is almost here! Or is it a console war at all? It's time to step back and go over everything we know about the next Xbox and PlayStation, as Kirk, Maddy, and Jason set the stakes for this fall's next-generation console battle. Plus: Ghost of Tsushima and much more. by Triple Click

56 min listen

Nintendo Direct, Harry Potter, and More Gaming News: It's time for some news!!! Kirk, Maddy, and Jason pick some of the biggest stories in gaming this year, from Covid's effect on game production to the Harry Potter controversy, and break them all down. The gang also talks Google Stadia's woes, EA canceling Anthem Next, and all the hot Mario and Zelda news from the most recent Nintendo Direct. by Triple Click

59 min listen

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