A spoilercast for a Kirby game? Yes!! They done dang put a real-ass story in Kirby and the Forgotten Land, so LB, Fūnk-é and merritt are here to dive as deeply into it as mouthful mode will allow. It goes without saying that everything will be spoiled so listen accordingly! More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on Discord (Talk to us and our loving community. Also we have a pets...

VTuber librarian mouse/Twitch partner Maroony finds herself alongside Steven and Danielle, who must attempt to rehabilitate history's worst (gaming) offenders at merritt's behest. Later, after brief detours through the old west and Dream World, the gang dispenses another rapid-fire round of positively powerful protips. Segments: Spin Doctor Mario, Normal Human Staff Picks, There’s No ”E” in Protip Games discussed: Weird West, Dragon Quest VI More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do...

There's a new Kirby on the block, and to celebrate merritt probes Fūnk-é, LB and Steven's collective knowledge of the little pink puffball's various transformations. Later, merritt's victims host their own Reddit AMAs, just without prior knowledge of who they are or what they're doing. Plus, the the gay cannibal king of Ireland is here! Segments: Kirby Copy Quiz, Normal Human Staff Picks, AMA Games discussed: Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Crusader Kings 3 More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast...

If they hope to survive merritt's latest trials of life or death, Michael, Dillon and John must flex their extensive knowledge of all the different kinds of guys there are, in addition to their improvisational pitching proficiency. And speaking of guys, this week's games features some of our favorite bros from yesteryear and today. Segments: (Mega) Man or Myth, Normal Human Staff Picks, Speed Pitching Neo Games discussed: Tunic, Final Fantasy Origin: Stranger of Paradise, Final Fantasy VII...

merritt has Paul, Niki and Danielle put their voice acting skills to the test in celebration of Resident Evil 4's newly announced remake. Later, merritt steals a book from a child and forces the group to grapple with some truly challenging hypotheticals. Also we talk about games that aren't Elden Ring! Segments: RE4 Recast, Normal Human Staff Picks, Would You Rather: Child's Stolen Book Edition Games discussed: Gran Turismo 7, Neo Cab More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other...

With several hundred hours of playtime between them, Steven, Fūnk-é, Danielle and Imran dive as deeply into the mysteries of Elden Ring as humanly possible. It goes without saying that this podcast is as spoiler-filled as can be! I can't even tell you what they talked about it's so damn spoilery! Listener beware! You're in for a scare!! (In this case "scare" refers to the terror of realizing that you've been spoiled by somehow listening to this episode without first reading its title or this...

Steven, LB and Fūnk-é face an existential crisis as merritt forces them to determine what is and is not a dog as part of her latest experiment. Later, the group must confront horrors beyond imagination, which may or may not be contained within the Nintendo eShop. Beware!! Segments: Is It a Dog?, Normal Human Staff Picks, Did Nintendo Let Them Put This on the Store?  Games discussed: The Pokemon animated films, Gran Turismo 7, Destiny 2 More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other...

Having survived her terrifying encounter with The Jordsaw Killer, merritt returns to her life of crime with a renewed sense of purpose and understanding. Thus, this week's victims (Danielle, Michael and Imran) must test their knowledge of Mario and general life advice for a chance at freedom. Segments: Salute to Supper Mario Broth, Normal Human Staff Picks, Protip Promulgation Parade Games Discussed: Elden Ring, Babylon's Fall More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts...

At the mercy of a mysterious killer, merritt's only options are to live or die. But at what cost? More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on Discord (Talk to us and our loving community. Also we have a pets channel that is very good.) Twitch Live Streams (Hang out with us live.) Rate and review our show (Let us know how we’re doin’!) And hey, get in touch if you want to advertise...

Dillon, John and Steven attempt to navigate two of merritt's most fiendish games yet, which involve two of the most terrifying things known to man: 90s video game ads, and the human heart. (Also hey, the voice audio is a little jank on this one but everything else is normal! Sorry about that!) Segments: Video Game Valentines, Normal Human Staff Picks, Adpocalypse Games discussed: Triangle Strategy, Call of the Sea, Horizon Forbidden West, Final Fantasy III and/or VI More from...

Niki, Fūnk-é and Danielle must test their knowledge of sick flips and cool (productivity) tricks, before attempting to outwit their toughest opponent yet: an artificial intelligence. Segments: Tony Hawk's Productivity Skater, Normal Human Staff Picks, AI Storytime Games discussed: Pokemon Legends: Arceus, OlliOlli World, Pupperazzi, Grapple Dog More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on...

Resident Pokemon Masters Niki, Kenneth and Imran dive deep into the latest (and perhaps most experimental) Pokemon game to date, Pokemon Legends: Arceus. How unnecessary is the new lore? How's the new battle system compared to the main series? Will the next leap be the leap home? Find out!! Spoilers begin right after the ad break at around the 40 minute mark! More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good...

Niki, Steven and Kenneth test their knowledge of Halo lore, Pokemon and their coworkers in a last-ditch effort to survive merritt's most perilous games yet. Plus, learn about survivoring your own low-res vampire roguelike and get a little glimpse into our upcoming Pokemon Legends: Arceus review podcast. Segments: You Had Me at Halo, Normal Human Staff Picks, Who's That Pokemon! Games discussed: Vampire Survivors, Pokemon Legends: Arceus More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do...

Mike, Niki and John encounter a hellish stable of simulated terrors, each less coherent than the last, before devising games clever enough to appease their cruel captor. Segments: Name That Clip, Normal Human Staff Picks, Speed Pitching Games Discussed: Dying Light 2, Nobody Saves the World More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on Discord (Talk to us and our loving community. Also we...

Michael, Danielle and Collin must apply their knowledge of English synonyms and critical decision making skills vis-à-vis Minecraft in order to survive merritt's latest series of dastardly challenges. This somehow involves kissing! Segments: Thesaurus Thunderdome, Normal Human Staff Picks, Choose and/or Die: Minecraft Edition Games discussed: Dishonored, Valorant, Escape from Tarkov More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on...

LB, Steven and Fūnk-é attempt to survive another pair of merritt's nefarious games by flexing their knowledge of the Warhammer series, as well as their co-worker's gaming habits. Segments: Warhammer? I Hardly Know Her!, Normal Human Staff Picks, Most-Played Masquerade Games discussed: Realms of Runeterra (technically a "book"), Rift Breaker, Great Ace Attorney Chronicles More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in...

Jordo, Steven and LB are subjected to another series of painful experiments by local mad scientist merritt k, who needs more data for her ongoing world domination efforts. Who can invent the best video game starring Matt Berry? Did Dracula have a Texan grandchild? How big of a hassle can owning an arcade machine be, really? Stay tuned to find out!! Segments: Speed Pitching (Matt Berry Edition), Normal Human Staff Picks, Around the World in 30 Games Games discussed: Solar Ash, Wildermyth More...

Jordo and merritt inadvertently travel 30 years into the past after attempting to play a haunted copy of James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod obtained from Goodwill. While stranded, the intrepid duo delay their attempts to fix the future (and return home) long enough to appreciate how good of a year 1991 was for video games. More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on Discord (Talk to us and...

It’s finally here. Gaming’s biggest night: Part 4 of The Fancies.  Join Jordan Mallory, Danielle Riendeau, Collin MacGregor, and Dillon Skiffington as they reveal their categories and winners from the past year. Happy holidays, y’all. Más Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We have other channels with equally incredible shows. We promise.) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on Discord (Talk to us and our loving community. Also we have a pets channel...

Welcome to the third installment of The Fancies, our four-part Game of the Year-style award series wherein Fanbyte staff members create brand-new, never-before-seen awards and then announce the winners! John, merritt and Niki are here to present the winners of [REDACTED], [REDACTED] and [REDACTED], so buckle up! More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on Discord (Talk to us and our...

What’s that? You want MORE of The Fancies, our four-part Game of the Year-style award series?  Join the illustrious Steven Strom as they’re joined by the one and only Michael “Pino” Higham, Mike Williams, and Imran Khan to discuss their awards and respective winners. Congratulations to all the winners. Más Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We have other channels with equally incredible shows. We promise.) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us on Discord...

Welcome to the first installment of The Fancies, our four-part Game of the Year-style award series wherein Fanbyte staff members create brand-new, never-before-seen awards and then announce the winners! Not even the other hosts know who's won what! It's a secret to everybody! This episode features Fūnk-é, Natalie, Kenneth and Elise presenting the winners of their various, confidential categories!! More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter...

For Michael's Channel F debut, merritt presents two of the most fiendish (and embarrassing) challenges seen yet, and two opponents that won't hold back: Jordo and Danielle. Whose old username is "monkeymanhunter?" Just how humble is that burger farm? And how will anyone survive the nearby evil city? Find out!! Segments: Guess the Gamertag, Normal Human Staff Picks, Translator Boomerang Games discussed: FFXIV: Endwalker (no spoilers!), Happy's Humble Burger Farm, Shin Megami Tensei V, Tetris...

Returning champion John faces off against plucky underdog LB Hunktears and the mysterious "Dillon" for a three-way battle that invokes ancient deities and an army of plumbers in the pacific northwest. Games discussed: Shin Megami Tensei V, Halo Infinite Multiplayer, Minecraft Segments: Devils and Demons, Normal Human Staff Picks, Speed Pitching More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.) Talk to us...

John, Imran and Kenneth attempt to navigate another labyrinthine pair of merritt's infernal machinations, which test not only their knowledge of early-2000s celebrities and Pokemon, but also their wills to live. Segments: Were They There?!, Normal Human Staff Picks, How Tall's That Pokemon! Games discussed: Fire Pro Wrestling World, Genshin Impact, Danganronpa Decadence More from Fanbyte: Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!) Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in...