Welcome to Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! The show where we hit pause, sit back and just chill. Join host Ben Magnet and a guest or guests as they talk about video games both retro and modern! When we say any and all video game topics we MEAN all video game topics. Nintendo, consoles, handhelds, anniversaries, E3, E.T. and more! You name it, we want to talk about it. Tangents and rants aren't only welcomes, they're encouraged!
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The Good Ol' Days w/ Bill Tucker (A Gamer Looks At 40) (01:57:04)
Remember back in the day when things seemed a little easier? Well, Ben and Bill do! On this episode of Pause Menu, Ben is joined by Bill Tucker, host of the A Gamer Looks at 40 podcast, and they sit back and talk about their own personal "good ol' days." What things were good then, and what things have gotten better with time?Also, don't forget to follow Bill and check out his show! Specifically, episode 115, where Ben was a guest on his show! Bill's socialsBluesky: @agamerlooksat40.bsky.socialInstagram: @agamerlooksat40 TikTok: @agamerlooksat40website: https://agamerlooksat40.com Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials, especially Bluesky, and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts, a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. Find us at ITunes, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. bapausemenu@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/bapausemenu
Super Sonic Collecting W/ G To The Next Level (02:02:47)
SSSSEEEGGGAAAA!!! SEGA super fan, G To The Next Level, makes his glorious return to Pause Menu to talk with Ben about all things SONIC! Sonic fans have been enjoying a resurgence of the blue blur, so Ben and G talk about their personal collections and experiences of being a fan over the years. Don’t forget to follow G on all his socials to see what new additions get added to the collection! Use the link to do so:https://gtothenextlevel.carrd.co/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYVY2plxzDh6DS8RA6jXQ78p5DwgZy72ss08Y9EFcEA7bpQQJTuWno-j3Y_aem_6iuuRKmm4ZjaxTZjdcMPdgAlso, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials, especially Bluesky, and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts, a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. Find us at ITunes, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. bapausemenu@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/bapausemenu
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Live Reaction! (01:49:46)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!IT'S MARIO TIME! Ben sits down with Ryan Eleopoulos as they do the first ever LIVE REACTION on Basement Arcade for the Nintendo Switch 2! Will dreams be made or crushed? Will the game shown be Day 1 buys? Will the mic cut out because Ben yelled so loud? Check out the episode to find out! Follow Ryan Eleopoulos on Bluesky: @djtonysnark.bsky.socialand on Twitch @: Twitch.tv/Djtonysnark616Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials, especially Bluesky, and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts, a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. Find us at ITunes, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. bapausemenu@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/bapausemenu
SONIC ROLL w/ Anthony Thorp (01:54:39)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Let’s get ROLLING! On this episode of Pause Menu, Ben sits down with Game Designer from Kess Entertainment, Anthony Thorp. They talk about the game he designed: SONIC ROLL! If you ever wondered how some video games get made into board games then this is the episode for you! Not only do they talk about SONIC ROLL, Ben and Anthony also talk about the newest Sonic board game from Kess Entertainment: SONIC SPEED BATTLE! Also go and follow Kess Entertainment for updates on upcoming games!Socials:@kess_ent (Twitter and Instagram, Anthony doesn’t have personal socials)Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts, a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. bapausemenu@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/bapausemenu
Physical Games w/ Patrick Brickhouse (01:01:44)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Pat’s Back! In his never-ending quest to get that mythical sandwich card stamped, friend of the show Patrick Brickhouse (Retro Blast) joins Ben on another episode of Basement Arcade Pause Menu! The 2 talk about physical games, the importance of preservation, and griping about how digital games can come and go. A more relaxed episode of Pause Menu, but a fun one nonetheless!Don’t forget to follow Pat and listen to his show, The Retro Blast Podcast!Socials Twitter: @retroblastusInsta: @retroblastpatAlso, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts, a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. bapausemenu@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/bapausemenu
Q1 + Q2 2024 - Pause Menu Quarterly (02:49:42)
Welcome gamers to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!It's The Pause Menu Quarterly! Here, the boys of the Fake Nerd Podcast come together to discuss what they've been playing and some news in the quarter of the year. This is all about Quarters 1 and 2 of 2024!Ben is joined by fellow Fake Nerds, Ryan Eleopoulos and Sparkz Witty, to discuss some of what they've played in the first half of the year. Featuring: Multiversus, Helldivers 2, and Final Fantasy XVI.THEN, it's a discussion of some their favorite game trailers coming out of Summer Game Fest 2024! It's a great conversation and so much to look forward to!This video was recorded on June 22, 2024.Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade:Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts, a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. bapausemenu@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/bapausemenu
Talking MORE Books w/ Retro Game Books (02:15:44)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Books are awesome! And they’re even better when video games are involved! Ben continues his pixelated literary adventure and talks with Brian Riggsbee of Retro Game Books. They talk how Retro Game Books started, the beauty of reading about a favorite game, and why there’s a book all about video game maps!Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/yOaIz7OpjrUIf you want to check out the selection of books for yourself, check the link below, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review of the show. It really helps us out!Website link: https://retrogamebooks.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@retrogamebooks?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Insta: https://www.instagram.com/retrogamebooks?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts is a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. They give their more earnest and positive perspectives on video games, comics, movies, and television through their various shows.Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
SPORTSBALL Games w/ Urinating Tree (01:38:57)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!On this all new episode of Basement Arcade: Pause Menu, we’re talking SPORTSBALL VIDEO GAMES! Ben is joined by sports YouTuber, Urinating Tree! They talk about the great sports video games of old, now, how EA is ruining sports games, the 2024 NFL Wildcard weekend, and…Hallmark Christmas tree ornaments? Well, tangents are welcome on this show but if you like sports and video games then this is the episode for you!Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/rAlFs8spnoQDon't forget to follow Tree and check out his YouTube channel for more SPORTSBALL! Twitter & TikTok: @UrinatingTreeInsta: @urinating_treeYouTube link: https://youtube.com/@UrinatingTree?si=-2jiBaD7gznG3gFeAlso, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes!Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts is a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. They give their more earnest and positive perspectives on video games, comics, movies, and television through their various shows.Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Q4 2023 - Pause Menu Quarterly (02:18:20)
Welcome gamers to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!It's The Pause Menu Quarterly! Here, the boys of the Fake Nerd Podcast come together to discuss what they've been playing and some news in the quarter of the year. This is all about Quarter 4 of 2023!First we have a few news stories including talk about the new Indiana Jones game, some Youtuber controversy, and we mourn the death of E3! Then we get into all the game we've been playing these past few months. Lastly, some quick fire hits of games we are excited for in the first quarter of 2024.Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review (01:48:03)
Hey Fake Nerds! It's the show led by our very own Ben Magnet to discuss video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Ben brings Ryan on board for a full discussion of a top Game of the Year contender: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! After months of mini discussion on Pause Menu and the Fake Nerd Podcast, the time has come for the pair to go deep on this beloved new title in the Zelda franchise. You don't want to miss this one! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/BGT-T4kvTb4Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Q3 2023 - Pause Menu Quarterly (02:35:24)
Welcome gamers to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!It's The Pause Menu Quarterly! Here, the boys of the Fake Nerd Podcast come together to discuss what they've been playing and some news in the quarter of the year. This is all about Quarter 3 of 2023! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/n5zONjWAbEgThis is the episode catching you up on the guys latest plays in gaming and the news they noticed for the last few months. First, some recent news around Charles Martinet retiring from Mario, Microsoft acquiring Activision/Blizzard, Unity's attempt to gouge users for money, and the death of Gundam Evolution at less than a year old.Next is the games they've been playing. Featuring:- Fortnite check-in- Jedi: Survivor- Ben FINALLY playing Miles Morales- Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom- Kirby: Return to Dreamland for the Switch- The Pokemon TCG Mobile Game- Gamera in Godzilla: Battle Line- Starfield- Spider-Man 2- MK 11- Mortal Kombat 1- Final Fantasy XVI- Gotham Knights- Cult of the Lamb DLC- Evil Dead: The Game- Disney Illusion Island- Mario Kart 8 DLC- Baldur's Gate IIIPlus a look ahead at games coming in the next quarter and beyond!Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Boss Fight Books w/ Gabe (01:51:05)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Ever wanted to read a book about one of your favorite video games? Ever wanted to write a book about your favorite game? Well then, do we have an episode for you! On this episode of Basement Arcade: Pause Menu, Ben sits down with the Founding Editor of Boss Fight Books: Gabe! They talk about how Boss Fight Books got started, the process of picking a book, and some other behind the scenes tidbits! Also don’t forget to check out Boss Fight Books - you just might find a book you can’t put down! Check out the website at:https://bossfightbooks.comSocials:Twitter: @BossFightBooksInstagram: @bossfightbooksWatch the episode here: https://youtu.be/UwTbbmR3muQFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Making a Gaming Magazine w/ Ryan Burger (Old School Gamer Magazine) (00:55:48)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!You’ve heard Ben mention that he writes for them on every episode of this podcast, well now he's interviewing Publisher and Founder of Old School Gamer Magazine, Ryan Burger! He talks about how he created the magazine, what the mission is, and how you can help keep this passion project alive! This is a great episode for those who want to know about printing and creating a niche magazine! Check out the website at:https://www.oldschoolgamermagazine.comSupport on Kickstarter:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ryanburger/old-school-gamer-retro-gaming-magazineFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Selling, Trading, and Working Games w/ Eli (NormanBatesJr) (01:39:29)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Games are expensive today. It’s a common fact, but one we wish wasn’t true. Our guest, Eli, certainly thinks so and they own/manage their own game store! Ben and Eli talk about the selling of their prized games while along with what goes into running and working at a game store. While this episode gets a little heavy, it’s definitely one you won’t want to miss!Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/wIY-r2joDuwEli’s Links:https://beacons.ai/normanbatesjrFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
The Art of Nintendo Power w/ Stephan Reese (01:42:24)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Want to go back in time to talk about the most famous video game magazine ever!? Of course you do! This episode, Ben sits down with Stephan Reese - the curator and head of The Art Of Nintendo Power and The Interactive Art Collection. They talk about collecting these amazing pieces from the magazine as well as other little tidbits from its past. Also, how Stephan created the traveling museum that is a must see at any gaming convention. Have you seen the Art of Nintendo Power? Sound off in the comments or on social media! Also don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow Art of Nintendo Power on her socials!Art of Nintendo Power Socials: Twitter: @ArtofNPInstagram: @art_of_nintendo_powerLinktree: https://linktr.ee/interactiveartcollectionWatch the video here: https://youtu.be/MH6IORL5MwIFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Q2 2023 - Pause Menu Quarterly (02:29:44)
Welcome gamers to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!It's The Pause Menu Quarterly! Here, the boys of the Fake Nerd Podcast come together to discuss what they've been playing and some news in the quarter of the year. This is all about Quarter 2 of 2023! This is the episode catching you up on the guys latest plays in gaming and the news they noticed for the last few months. First, some recent news around comic book video game adaptations, the arrest of Sonic creator -Yuji Naka, and the disappointing decisions made for Overwatch 2. Next is the games they've been playing. Featuring:- Fortnite check-in- Sparkz's closure on God of War: Ragnarok- Jedi: Survivor- Exoprimal Beta- En Garde Demo- Thirsty Suitors Demo- Laika: Aged Through Blood Demo- Lies of P Demo- Final Fantasy XVI- Sonic Frontiers- Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection and, of course,- Legend of Zelda: Tears of the KingdomPlus a look ahead at games coming in the next quarter and beyond!Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/_e__48NoEC0Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Game Remasters/Remakes We Love w/ Mint Blais (01:45:06)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!On this episode, Mint Blais makes her glorious return to talk about remasters and remakes we LOVE! These are games that took the original formula and added something special or gave the game a glow up. We talk about those AND gush about Armored Core VI for a bit. It’s a good time and be sure to check it out! Also don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow Mint on her socials!Follow Mint Blais:Twitter: @MintBlaisTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mintblaisWatch the video here: https://youtu.be/LiDk_6tufw4Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Summer Game Fest 2023 Discussion Part 2 (00:51:33)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/kb-iwq4ecwkDue to recording errors, this is Part 2 of our Summer Game Fest 2023 discussion. Ben, Ryan, and Sparkz are back to spotlight a few more games that have them really excited for the next years in video games. There's some charming smaller titles here and some of the biggest to come. So come along for the thrill of anticipating these exciting releases!Games Discussed:- Mortal Kombat 1- Station to Station- Laika: Aged Through Blood- Luto- En Garde- Viewfinder- Helskate- Summerhill- Hauntii- Starfield- Star Wars: OutlawsFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Summer Game Fest 2023 Discussion Part 1 (01:30:46)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Due to recording errors, this is a Part 1 of what will be a 2-part discussion. Ben, Ryan, and Sparkz kick off a discussion of the games they found appealing at this year's Summer Game Fest. There's a lot of indie love and unique games to discuss. So many wonderful choices and great games to look forward to, come along for the thrill of anticipating these exciting releases!Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Lp2fOgeoEzQGames Discussed:- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown- Sand Land- Sonic Superstars- Lies of P- Alan Wake 2- Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden- El Paso, Elsewhere- Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2- Fable- South of Midnight- 33 Immortals- Persona 3 Reload- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth- Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis- Final Fantasy XVI- Armored Core 6- Demonschool- Avowed- Microsoft Flight Simulator - Dune- Marvel's Spider-Man 2- Ebenezer and the Invisible World- Senua's Saga: Hellblade II- Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess- Dragon's Dogma II- Jusant- Warhaven- Still Wakes the Deep- Dungeons of Hinterberg- Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty- Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora- Clockwork Revolution- Little Nemo and the Guardians of SlumberlandFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Making Games (Copper Jacket) w/ Nick M of Monsoon Studios (01:47:40)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Want to know more on how to make your own NES game? Well you came to the right place! Ben sits down with head of Monsoon Studios, Nick M, about developing Copper Jacket for the NES! This is a great chance to get into the nitty-gritty of not only game development, but also cartridge manufacturing! Don’t worry, we still talk about how cool the game is too!Follow Monsoon Studios!Socials: Twitter: @Monsoonstu Website: https://monsoonstudios.netWatch the video here: https://youtu.be/UuIeLrXAWeQFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Playstation Showcase May 2023 (A Mini FNP Excerpt) (00:57:22)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!An excerpt of Pause Menu is pulled out of the 329th episode of The Fake Nerd Podcast and brought to the proper channel. Over on FNP, the nerds held a brisk and selective discussion over the recent Playstation Showcase. They get into the Metal Gear news, some exciting surprises in the indy space, the latest from Bungie, Assassin's Creed, an overt homage to Starship Troopers, and the big one: Spider-Man 2! Catch up on all this separated out from the mother show, right here.Watch the video right here: https://youtu.be/TF8vC9XkjhAFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Real Pong w/ Yuriy Yakimenko (00:45:18)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!It's a blast from the past on this episode of Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! Ben is joined by indie game developer/designer Yuriy Yakimenko, who took the classic game Pong and gave his own twist on it to create RealPong! The two discuss the development of the game, changing the control scheme of a true classic, and what's ahead/where the game will go. If you love Pong or games like it, this is one episode of Pause Menu you're sure to love.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/yOkYp74H8bUSocialsWebsite: https://realpong.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/RealPongGameTelegram: https://t.me/RealPongGameGet the Game!Linux Snap store: https://snapcraft.io/realpongMicrosoft Store: https://www.microsoft.com/store/apps/9N67RVVXL0PRFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Jedi: Fallen Order Review (2020 FNP Archive) (01:20:11)
Hey Fake Nerds! It's the show led by our very own Ben Magnet to discuss video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Watch the video right here: https://youtu.be/Em4S0C37mfsBringing the video of an old archive episode originally released in audio only, this is the full review of Star Wars - Jedi: Fallen Order that released on the Fake Nerd Podcast feed in 2020. Before the release of the new game, revisit how all 4 of the Fake Nerd hosts felt about the original adventure with Cal Kestiss. There's a lot of anticipation amongst them for the sequel, so find out where their foundation for it all started, right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
SEGA - Hidden Gems w/ G to The Next Level (01:15:55)
Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Watch the video right here: https://youtu.be/LPn-9X37-CoSEEEGGGAAAA!!! Here at Basement Arcade: Pause Menu, we love SEGA and the SEGA Genesis. While we have our favorites, our guest for this episode - G To The Next Level - is going to talk all about some hidden gems for the system! Best part: if you think you know what games he’ll mention, then GUESS AGAIN! This is one episode every SEGA fan should catch and you’ll probably wanna add some games to the backlog. Find all the places to follow G to The Next Level, right here:https://pillar.io/gtothenextlevelFake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
Q1 2023 - Pause Menu Quarterly (02:04:57)
Welcome gamers to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/c9uc1b_BXSwIt's The Pause Menu Quarterly! Here, the boys of the Fake Nerd Podcast come together to discuss what they've been playing and some news in the quarter of the year. This is all about Quarter 1 of 2023! This is the episode catching you up on the guys latest plays in gaming and the news they noticed for the last few months. First, some recent news around more games shutting down servers (including KO City), the death of E3, Multiversus closing until 2024, the end of the PS Plus collection, and the closing of Nintendo's 3DS and WiiU eShops. Next is the games they've been playing. Featuring:- Fortnite check-in- Godzilla: Battle Line- God of War: Ragnarok- Marvel United- Hi-Fi Rush- Half Life VR- Metroid Prime Remastered- Final Fantasy I- Sonic Frontiers- and more! Plus a look ahead at games coming in the next quarter and beyond!Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerdhttp://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod
