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“Found this show September. It’s so good had to binge all 274 episodes !!!
Wish I could sit in as a cohost sometime just for the fun dialogues alone !!!”
Mcondello via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/24
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“ET is not a bad game. Have you ever even played it?? the pits are temperamental, but even as a kid I figured out how to usually not fall down back into them on accident. Pretty sure it was the first three-dimensional world which had never been a thing before and the gameplay was way better than...”Read full review »
l cryptocurrency Mike via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/23
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“This is great 👍🏿 👍🏻👍🏾👍🏽👍🏼👍 I’ve been listening since I was 11. My favorite episode was when the fake Batman was fighting some dude”
john jack a boy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
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“Good stuff, kind guys, warm feels, grime facts. What more could anyone need?”
Tpynchon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
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“Quickly becoming my favorite video game podcast. The guys have a nice chill dynamic and the show has enough real history discussed that it’s not just ‘remember this thing?’ type nostalgia, although a little bit of that is definitely cool with me, too.”
hogansrun via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“Absolutely love these guys, I have listened to every single episode and I am now starting over from the beginning. Thoroughly entertaining and informative. Thank you Mike and Tyler for keeping it clean so that my parents won’t get upset.”
MicahD3000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/23
“Tyler and Mike,
You guys make such a great podcast. I’ve fallen in and out of interest with podcasts but I always check weekly for one of your episodes. The discussions lately have been my favorite, but before it used to be the book reads. I’ve listened to every episode now, some more than...”Read full review »
tomplease nomorequotes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/22
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“Hello Tyler and Mike I have listens to every episode that you have created and none have disappointed me. Also have you considers creating a episode on Halo or Forza? You talk about Halo quite a bit in the what you been playing segment so why not to a history about the first few games or a mini...”Read full review »
higpixel via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/31/22
“Hi Mike and Tyler,
I started listening to your podcast a few weeks ago and, despite being very time poor as a high school teacher, have already just finished the podcast on Mega Man and Nintendo Power. I even sometimes opt to listen to you guys over playing video games in the precious little...”Read full review »
Maxwell Fightmaster via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/16/22
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“Really easy to listen to and enjoyable as well. I find myself learning something new about video games often. Would love for them to make a series on Paper Mario.”
TalentlessPiano via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/22
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“Fantastic Podcast. You guys have really great taste in games that span so much more than just the FPS centric mainstream schlock, which is a breath of fresh air. Listening to you guys banter and talk is almost like hanging out with my friends and talking games.”
Davidstarsky76 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/22
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“I very much enjoy this podcast, the hosts have an excellent rapport and their enthusiasm for gaming comes through well. It also has a nice vibe, there's a positivity that I find very refreshing. Two gently funny guys talking about video game history, highly recommended if that sounds like...”Read full review »
hjdoom via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/12/22
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“Great show with great hosts. My favorite thing about this show is how pleasant it is. Mike and Tyler clearly have a great friendship and enjoy each other’s perspective. This show is very easy to listen to. It’s almost like comfort food for gamers. Each episode is a pleasant discussion with no...”Read full review »
MattWson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/22
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“Generally OK, but they shouldn’t be making episodes on games they haven’t bothered to fully play. Any old Joe can get information off the internet and read it out.”
Earthsea4lf via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/20/21
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“Keep it up. Go do history on them’s fighting herds the mane6 Video game. There is the Wikipedia page of this. Edit: my name is Parker a huge fan over your podcast:). Edit: And do talk about the history of five nights at Freddy’s”
dlandfan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/21
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“Awesome podcast! Easy to listen to the history of games in order, or bounce around to different episodes based on your interests. Tyler and Mike have a great dynamic and their passion for old school games is clear! 6 stars out of 5”
wm8897 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/21
“I had found what I had believed to had been certain parts of certain installments of this series of recordings to had been very enjoyable and very insightful. I had also wished some of those installments had not involved language I had found to had been vulgar (or rude) and unnecessary and had...”Read full review »
(Mario500) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/21
“Updating my review to say that I'm very satisfied with these episodes on the new book by Stephen Kent. That interview was very interesting, thanks for that guys! Excited to listen to even more Codex.”Read full review »
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United States of America ·
09/06/21
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“I am a long time Spotify listener which for some reason does not have a rating system. I am finally getting around to rating this show on this app I don’t use.
If you are at all interested in the history of the world’s greatest art form (sorry Polka music), Codex is the show for you! It starts...”Read full review »
Simon Bemont's Secretary via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/21
“Codex is an amazing ad-free podcast that feels like sitting around with college nerd friends talking about awesome and not-so-awesome video games stretching back from the ancient past up to the almost-present. The two hosts clearly love each other and the only negative of the show (if you can...”Read full review »
P. Atilio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/21
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“I absolutely love this podcast. I am only on episode 7, but it’s been clear from the very first show how good these two are. The show is well-produced, the content is presented in a fascinating way, and both these guys are really funny. I find myself chuckling a lot, even when I don’t know...”Read full review »
Gray_Wolves via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/21
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“I searched for “video game history” and it’s exactly what I was hoping to find. Instead of looking forward to upcoming games, I find more satisfactory in learning about and playing all the games I missed or had played growing up. It’s exciting to discover the shared appreciation”
Pierson71 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/21
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“I’m a pretty nerdy guy and loved video games growing up. While doing some chores around the house and browsing for a new podcast to listen to I discovered Codex.
I’ve been binge listening since then it’s that good! The podcast rekindled my love of games. Definitely worth listening to if you...”Read full review »
twill19899 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/21
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“Best gaming podcast”
chukis138 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/21
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“Really fantastic podcast, exactly what I was looking for when searching for a video game history podcast. Great balance of humor and education. I’m working on the backlog and also look forward to new episodes each week.
Side note...the discord is super chill and enjoyable as well.”
Snoogins12388 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/21
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“I drive truck so I listen to a lot of podcasts and this one is my favorite. Great banter between the two hosts, informative, funny, it’s the complete package. I’ve listened through the whole show twice already and I’m sure there will be many more times I do this. Regular episodes come out weekly,...”Read full review »
OMGitsCameron via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/21
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“Mike and Tyler tell it like it is! Wait... Tyler and Mike tell it like it was! If you want a deep dive into gaming’s sordid history, look no further. The rapport is terrific, the banter snappy and upbeat, and curiosities are satiated. Hats off to you captains of the explanations of the goings on...”Read full review »
Burgerchamp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/21
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“Normally I don’t take the time to rate anything, but these guys are so awesome that I just had to give them 5-stars. Codex History of Video Games is both an easy-listen and so informative. Mike and Tyler provide a commentary that is reminiscent of chilling and chatting with friends. I look...”Read full review »
Koberchrome via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/20
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“Whether you’re new to gaming history or are yourself an avid historian. You’re going to enjoy these two and their calmingly nostalgic trip down the history of gaming.”
Creature73L via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/20
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“If you are a video game fanatic, and you love history this is the show for you! These guys make 50-70 mins fly by. This is my favorite podcast to listen to. The information they provide is entertaining and never drags. Great memories flood back when listening to them about the history of games....”Read full review »
Candlepinkid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/20
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“This podcast is so good. The witty banter never fails to make me laugh. Hey, did you guys know that USA Networks just cast the two Johns for a Masters of Doom TV movie? Love the show so much.”
enoghye via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/20
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“I love these episodes! I listen to them while I do homework!”
protofesor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/20
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“I am in the “old” crew (38) and grew up in the NES, Genesis, and N64 years. I recently got some of my original NES, N64 and Genesis games and consoles from my mom (that I thought were lost forever) and have been doing some “flipping” of games on eBay and OfferUp to make some side money and play...”Read full review »
J720Backspin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/20
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“My friend and I are both getting switch’s and I was wondering what are some good switch games that you recommend I love the podcast you guys never disappoint me. ✋”
cmantheoger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/20
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“Mike and Tyler are great hosts! Super informative, you can definitely tell that this podcast is a passion project. My boys and I love listening, especially when they go off on wild tangents that usually are the most interesting stories! J-Bird 4 Lyf.”
Awesomeguy822 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/20
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“Great listen. Love the positivity. JayBird for life!”
the4thstranger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/20
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“I love learning about my childhood from two guys who have amazing chemistry together. Thank you guys :)”
melloweryellow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/20
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“Mike and Tyler take you on an epic journey through the history of video games, starting all the way back at pinball and arcade. The first episodes focus on the book "The Ultimate History of Video Games" by Steven L. Kent, and later episodes meander through various consoles, game series...”Read full review »
Mr. Grime via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/19/20
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“Love this podcast. I’m pretty sure it’s mostly just two guys reading Wikipedia and being really nice and cute with each other, but it’s also really sweet and fun and nice to listen to two people talk about something they love so much. And what’s not to love about the history of video games? ...”Read full review »
David Joseph Ostrowski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/20
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“Thank you guys for all that you do ! You guys do a great job and bring up so many memories from my childhood. You do a great job of blending colorful commentary, personal experiences, and hard core facts. From Virginia”
Riptide48 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/20
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“This is the best podcast about gaming in general. The banter between the hosts is genuine and hilarious and flows perfectly with the knowledgeable facts. They have no ads which is great in this world of over commercialization and shows that they are just here to have fun. They bring a lot of...”Read full review »
DR SPLENDID via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/20
“I just started listening to this podcast, and I’m really enjoying learning about the history of games and getting some insight into the early days of gaming. The main host (I haven’t memorized their names yet) is great, very informative and enjoyable to listen to. But the other guy brings...”Read full review »
Spektre0 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/25/20
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“I’ve enjoyed catching up on this podcast. It’s been quite a nostalgia trip for me. I’ve been playing games since the early 80s and had forgotten about a lot of the games and systems that you’ve mentioned in your history of video games series. I also forgot that I had a case and a light for my...”Read full review »
KW_77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/20
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“I love this lighthearted and educational approach to video game history. Good job, guys!”
Arcturus347 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/20
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“This pod is awesome! I love the banter between these two and find my self listening to episodes on games I don’t care about just to hear their takes.”
Jakeyjay420 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/20
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