Something a little different - this 'Interlude' episode is a roundtable of some us and friends - join us as we hang out and talk about some gaming, sci-fi television and film, and a few other segues wherever we end up.

Getting MAMEd playing with kids

Mar 29th, 2020 1h 10m

Special guest Mike joins us as Brandon is away on a Top Secret Mission. We talk about gaming with kids and some ideas of how to bring that Arcade feel to your home.

When to Upgrade

Jan 25th, 2020 52m 9s

Upgrades - we talk about when we upgrade hardware and replace parts, and when do to major software updates. A revelation about Ken's computer is revealed. Also the new Star Wars game is a great movie?Elevator Music by Kevin Macleod, used unde

Whatcha got going on?

Jan 5th, 2020 59m 22s

No topic, just banter - We touch briefly on our Dreamcast experience, play with Alexa some, talk about Telltale Games and 7 Days to Die by the Fun Pimps and banter about Superhero TV series.

Back in My Day

Dec 15th, 2019 52m 44s

Brandon Loves Death Stranding, Patrick Hates Red Dead, Ken wants to go see the Dungeon Siege movie over and over again. Oh, and we also we all talk nostalgia about gaming when we were kids.

Let's try this one again...

Dec 1st, 2019 41m 48s

We’re joined by repeat guest Justin, and review some games we think most people have not played. Also amidst the slew of various media remakes, we pine for games that should be remastered for current hardware.Games Discussed this episode: A

Waddaya Wanna Talk About Today?

Nov 17th, 2019 46m 42s

The Crew reminisce about video game memories.Show Notes / Links:Intro parody of Polly-o String Cheese commercial. (YouTube)International Bridge Contractor 1985 (via MyAbandonWare.com)We incorrect claim the studio that made Desert Comb

Cancel Culture

Nov 2nd, 2019 1h 4m

We discuss Cancel Culture (aka Callout Culture or Name-and-Shame) with a focus about how it applies to Video Gaming - what it is, how it's being weaponized - for good or bad.

S02E01 - We now return to the real Lunch Crew Gaming Podcast!

Oct 20th, 2019 56m 23s

In this inaugural episode of Season 2, we talk about some of our favorite Game Music covers, and discuss Game Collectorism. Show Notes:Ultima Stones by Boa Guardian, via the Ultima Stones Archive (scroll to "Fan Versions And Remixes", "Gu

Ep.18 - The MetaSode

Aug 18th, 2019 1h 11m

This episode the gang talks about the Podcast itself… because we like to talk about ourselves. Find out what happened to Jim Stories, how we come up with ideas, get guests, and some special thanks to people that have (sometimes unknowingly)

Ep.17 – Co-Op and You, and Me, and that other guy

Jul 27th, 2019 1h 4m

The Gang, with returning guest Chris, talk about what really IS co-op gaming.Show Notes:– Dr. Mario costs $5 to play Uninterrupted ( via Reddit) – Note: The user and original post has been deleted.. comments still stand)– Cuphead c

Ep.16 - EEE and Me!

Jul 3rd, 2019 1h 11m

On a very special episode of the Lunch Crew Gaming Podcast, the gang discovers the meaning of true love..er.. I mean E3 2019 Hype, and we learn a few things about the history of E3 via an adhoc quiz.Show Notes:– E3 Video / Cyberpunk 2077 w/

Ep.15 - Media of our Yute

Jun 18th, 2019 1h 10m

Ken, Brandon, and Patrick delve into the ancient past of their lives and discuss some of the cartoons, movies, TV series, and books that helped shape them into the evil geniuses they are today.Show Notes:Intro stolen from the Thundar the

Ep.14 – A long time ago, in a Lunchroom far far away…

Jun 6th, 2019 1h 17m

The regular lunch crew talk about the best and worst, and ‘WTF’s of long-running Star Wars video game franchise, with a few comparisons to the Star Trek franchise thrown in for good measure.. Show Notes:Games Mentioned:Days GoneCity of

Ep.13 - The BLEEPING Lunchcrew BLEEPING podcast

May 30th, 2019 1h 25m

Lucky 13, we discuss some light-hearted topics like Censorship in media, or specifically games, today. Special Guest Dustin joins the usual approval committee of Brandon, Ken, and Patrick.Show Notes, and Games Mentioned:FEPA: https://en.w

Ep.12 - It’s a Hard Con Life for me

May 4th, 2019 1h 26m

Patrick talks about his trip to Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), and the rest of the gang talks about Conventions in general.The GI Joe PSA Re-dubs (Pork Chop Sandwiches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1BDM1oBRJ8 )Zelda’s “Cadence of Hyrul

Ep.11 - How Hard(ware) Is It?

Apr 13th, 2019 1h 19m

The Gang gives a primer on what you might need to build yourself a PC Gaming rig. We also learn Brandon’s secret to getting the right hardware upgrades when you need them!Show Notes:Critical Role KickstarterEmerald City Comic ConBig R

Ep.10 - The Division 2 and Preorders

Mar 26th, 2019 1h 35m

Ken, Brandon, and Patrick discuss the .. well, at the time (because Ken is a bad person), coming release of ‘The Division 2’, as well as the idea of PreOrdering games in general.We also ramble some about Atlas, PiHoles, and plenty of other

Ep.09 - L(a)UNCHer Wars

Feb 28th, 2019 1h 16m

Ken, Patrick, and Brandon discuss the state of Game Launchers today, is it good or bad to have a bunch of competing launchers, and does it really matter?We also take a Quiz on Valve & Steam to see if we really know what we’re talking about.

Ep.08 – MMOney Pit

Feb 15th, 2019 1h 17m

Patrick, Brandon, and Ken talk about MMO-RPGs, some current (well.. at the time of recording) events, and try their hand at a MMO-related quizShow Notes:* Atomic Heart (by Mundfish.com) * Fallout 76 Nuka Cola Black plastic bottles* EQ2 /p

Ep.07 - The Sins of SimCity

Feb 2nd, 2019 1h 13m

Brandon, Patrick, and Ken discuss the rise and fall of the SimCity, well.. Sim-Everything Franchise, joined by special guest Chris.We also play a round of ‘Is this a real Game’ to somewhat amusing results.

Ep.06 - Grumpy Old Gamers Just Talking

Jan 28th, 2019 1h 5m

Brandon, Ken, and Patrick take some time to just talk about it means to be a middle aged gamer and some things that we’ve seen change over time. And a fair bit of shaking our fists at the clouds.. but not really.Show Note Links:What ever

Ep.05 – And then What?

Dec 16th, 2018 47m 39s

The Lunch Crew takes care of a loose end, and discuss what makes some games bad.With this episode we’re testing using an off-WordPress host for the actual Audio File, please let us know if you run into any issues.Also we REALLY are going to

Ep.04 - Meatspace

Nov 20th, 2018 46m 39s

In this episode, we explore Meat Space gaming with Original-Issue Lunch Crew member, Jeff- or specifically in this case, the physical environment around playing table top games.. well mostly table top RPGs (like Dungeons and Dragons). Thing

Ep.03 – Good Grief and Good Friends

Nov 17th, 2018 39m 29s

What is the difference line between being a griefer and just having fun? Join us as we explore this topic with special guest Jeremy, along with regulars Patrick, Brandon, and Ken.Links for this Episode:Bungie’s Destiny 2 Free until Nov 18