Reviews
This podcast is my happy place. Good friends, good jokes, and good game reviews
Dervishi via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/20/24
You might too, who knows?
whataboregrr via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/13/24
Much fun.
GhostofTheGhostofMiltonBradley via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/13/24
This show is perfect to listen to while at work or playing video games yourself. The flow of banter between the 4 friends is excellent, the balance of in depth video game discussion and comedy is sublime. I highly recommend this show.
Mabaripup via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/03/24
Newly found, but long time listener of all things McElroy. It’s super entertaining listening to everyone’s opinions on games I may not have otherwise known about and games that I’ve come to love. Just overall a great podcast and another good thing to listen to in my spare time.
Mackeroo3 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/22/24
An incredible video game podcast by real life best friends. You can feel their friend energy (friendergy?) radiating through the audio waves. Highly recommend for anyone who wants the best game recommendations around.
23isnumber1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/20/24
Great podcast for staying up-to-date on great games. The boys are funny. Thanks.
AdamFocht via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/16/24
The Besties is about fun times listening to good friends hanging out, and these friends just happen to be thoughtful and experienced games journalists and web-native comedians. Like all great emerging media, this show lives on the razor’s edge of existence, giving it a self-aware chaotic energy...Read full review »
transresistor via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/16/24
I use PocketCasts and they provide a yearly summary of what you listened to most. The Besties has been my number 1 podcast two years in a row. I love these boys.
AdrienHunter via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 02/15/24
Hey guys, I have been listening to you for years and I love it. You have the same view of the gaming landscape as me (maybe because we are both not the youngest gamers anymore). Keep it up. Greetings from Amsterdam.
krust-e via Apple Podcasts · Netherlands · 02/11/24
If you want dry boring analysis of video games, then this isn't the place for you. But if you like a good time and you just want to know if a game is any fun to play, then you are in the right place. I look forward to this show each week! This podcast has a great balance, each person enjoys a...Read full review »
HurdHouse via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/10/24
Video games have always been a major interest of mine, but I’ve often been frustrated that the discourse around them seems to begin and end with reviews. What a relief to discover The Besties podcast in its (all-too-brief!) relaunch on Spotify a few years back. I’ve been a weekly listener ever...Read full review »
Leedemus via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/09/24
Great concise video game podcast. Entertaining and good for getting Indy recommendations. Hosts do have some big blind spots for certain genres (strategy, sim, etc). But I’m always entertained with what they decide to cover. If both Russ and Justin and enjoy a game, I’ll always play it.
Iamsquillis via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/09/24
The Besties is that podcast that has just enough structure to stay on track, but enough freedom for each of the four members to go off in their own directions when talking about games. From reflections on the biggest games of the year, to indie gems I would have never found without them, the...Read full review »
Arlantis via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/07/24
Best pod for gamers out there!
funny funny me via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/06/24
In a podcast landscape overwhelmed by video game review shows, The Besties stands out by being extremely informative and thoughtful game critique while simultaneously laughing-out-loud funny. As someone who identifies as a ‘casual gamer,’ I started listening a couple years ago by engaging with...Read full review »
EggerAndBacon via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 02/03/24
This show is fun, funny, and simply a joy to listen to
Jables48 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/03/24
Every week, these fellas bring a unique perspective to a game (or games) that always makes me want to dive deeper into and expands my horizons. Come for the games, stay for Plante’s bonkers movie recommendations.
parker909 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/03/24
Game times
Warf's Meatloaf via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 02/01/24
He didn’t pay me to write this review, so don’t even think that for a second. I don’t even know what money is.
thisappistupid via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/29/24
These guys have introduced me to my all-time favorite games (Outer Wilds and Return of the Obra Dinn), along with a veritable buffet of classics that have helped me rekindle my love of video games and changed the way I think about them as art. I owe a huge debt of gratitude to these boys for...Read full review »
Chad_Hernandez via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/26/24
Very good podcast if you like discussion based around the art of professional game journalism. Theyve been in the sphere for a long time and it adds lots of value to the conversations.
Really real racing via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/23/24
Lotsa fun!
ObsidianTain via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 01/22/24
The title says it all. Love you guys.
RyanArnett via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/21/24
Yes, they should, and do! On this very podcast! Sometimes Harley Quinn’s Ron Funches, or Boy Detective Jordan Morris are there! Maybe a wild Felicia Day?
Yardrac via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/19/24
It’s got the McElroys, a couple of other funny guys and now it’s even got a Jordan Morris promoting Bubble!
markarodgersjr via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/14/24
Link is not controlling Mineru the player is!
besusfuffoon via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/12/24
The hosts give serious attention to the production and consumption of video games, from and individual standpoint as well as broader cultural impact, without an overly critical vibe. Now in my late 30s, I have precious little time and resources to explore games, so I really appreciate the...Read full review »
Andrew__M via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/06/24
I originally found The Besties through the McElroy Brothers and I was not disappointed. All week I look forward to a new besties episode. They are always hilarious and maintain a positive but honest opinion on the weekly topics.
Not impressed in Nevada via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/03/24
I feel like I’m part of something special listening each week. It really is a fun little video game book club with four intelligent and thoughtful guys 😁
Mfell14 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/29/23
I don’t normally listen to podcasts about video games, but the last couple years were a year to get into video games if there ever was one. I’m enjoying the banter between the hosts and have definitely gone into the back catalog to learn about some other games I’ve been interested in. I highly...Read full review »
instanttaylor via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/26/23
These dudes alternate between sounding like 4 gay best friends giggling about boys and 4 burnouts trying to sound smart while high as a kite. Between the 4 of them, they also have the most annoying laugh and 2 of the most annoying voices I’ve ever heard.
nitemare200 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/20/23
It’s really great to hear four good friends, and experts on video games, talk and laugh together about one of my own favorite things.
Quattuor via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/16/23
These wholesome boys gimme the game news that I do not need, but love to get vicariously because it takes way less time than actually playing games. Plante, I’ll never watch your movie recs, but boy howdy, you’ve sent me down some good wiki rabbit holes.
Not cool bro56868 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/16/23
I don’t get to play games as much as I’d like anymore but I love listening to all these people talk about them! Each one has a corner for types of games they like and I like getting all the different perspectives
cowgirlcaviar via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/16/23
The besties have great insights on video games, but not just that, they’re also hilarious and have fantastic insight on tons beyond just video games. My absolute favorite podcast.
DeeFulls via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/15/23
I’ve been listening to this show for years and constantly have a great time waiting for Friday’s new ep! I will say, I think the 2023 year exemplifies that these four hosts just aren’t in the same place/situation to be able to offer the same dynamic they used to. Nothing wrong with having a...Read full review »
NYC Tech Moron via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/15/23
They have such good opinions on games! Can’t get enough. Endlessly entertaining.
Cambopp via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/09/23
My obsession with video games has stayed constant in my life, despite not having the countless hours to devote to it like I did in my teens. Instead I fill the rest of the void with The Besties. It’s a constant favorite for me and my boyfriend. And it’s definitely helped me judge where to spend...Read full review »
upsetkids1411 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/08/23
but every time russ starts the intro i skip forward like 2 minutes
doinkSalad via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/08/23
The Besties is my favorite videogame podcast, and likely my favorite podcast, that I listen to. I’m already a McElroy fanboy and also love Polygon and this show is a fantastic amalgamation of the two. While the content is extremely good, it is the host rapport that keeps me coming back. These...Read full review »
KM987654321 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/07/23
Funny, mostly chill, and overall a nice break in the week to listen to news updates and opinions about video games. I like that thy don’t take themselves too seriously but at the same time they all have a lot of knowledge/experience about games. Good stuff!
AJBelsor via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/06/23
This crew of podcasters never fails to bring me joy. They bring so much humour, levity, and passion to gaming and it’s almost infectious. I often listen while at work and I’m almost always excited to get home and play games after listening to these guys wax philosophical about the industry,...Read full review »
Jason Cope via Apple Podcasts · Poland · 12/05/23
If you want to listen to a few friends that know each other very well talking about video games, this is your podcast!
Brayliner via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/05/23
I decided I love the besties again in spite of their bad Zelda ranking, I wish they would spend more time talking about weird indie games but they do a really impressive job talking about them a bit so it’s a good podcast. That’s one thing though that makes this stand head and shoulders above...Read full review »
Jill Lloyd Flanagan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/02/23
This show has broadened my game horizons so much. I get really overwhelmed with the quantity of games that are out there, so I am super grateful for these guys and their approachable and entertaining approach to reviews and recommendations. Even we disagree on games, I love hearing their...Read full review »
turneriffic.time via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/01/23
Only just discovered Great podcast talking about all things gaming related Hosts are very knowledgeable
pieman1969 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/29/23
I listen to the Besties and the Erza Klein podcast for the same reason: book recommendations 👌 Long time listener from Singapore 🤍
Mike ccc sin via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/23/23
Even as a more casual, few-hours-a-week kind of gamer, I really enjoy how in-depth they go with their reviews of a single game each week. The focus on one title means you get a fleshed out idea of whether or not you'd enjoy the game their discussing. They do all of this without it feeling...Read full review »
MOVEApparel via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/14/23
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