The Animated Gamers Podcast

We keep things spooky this week to cover Psychological Horrors and share a few of our favorites.  These genres are often hard to define so we discuss what constitutes as a Psychological Horror vs Slashers and Supernatural.  Join us in this descent into madness to uncover some of the best scares out there. What would you do when the scariest thing resides in your mind? Catch us online: Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

It's October so it's time to get bloody!  This week, we kick off our month of horror with the tried and true movie Slasher! From outrunning Michael Myers, Jason Vorhees and Freddy Kruger to squaring up with Chucky - we talk about our favorites and how we would survive a Slasher film!  If you're a fan of horror, this episode is for you! Stay tuned to learn how you can take part in our upcoming watch parties and streams! Catch us online: Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

This week we talk about that mugga!  Microsoft just purchased Bethesda Studios for 7.5 Billion Dollars.  BILLION!  Will we be playing the next Fallout game exclusivity on the Xbox?  Will their VR department undergo a huge revamp?  We also discuss the 25 highest-grossing media franchises of all time.  You'll be surprised by what sits at the top and devastated by the titans at the bottom - 7.5 Billion is pocket change compared to some other recent business deals.  You wouldn't believe how much Microsoft paid for LinkedIn!  We step away from business deals to a murder mystery, although they often go hand and hand, with Knives Out!  I won't say this was an easy dub, but it was a dub.  Let us know if you agree with our rating! Catch us online: Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

This week we go over the PS5 showcase!  From the price point and exclusives to which console we're siding with - we put it all on the table.  Was Mass Effect 3 really that bad?  We discuss rumored remakes we're excited to see!  The Nintendo GameCube turns 19 years old this month so we talk about some of our favorites.  We wrap up with a review for The Social Dilemma - a look at Social Media and how it is shaping the future of our country - you don't want to miss this! Catch us online: Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

This week, we talk about the Xbox Series S leak, the official prices for Microsoft's next-gen consoles, and what we're looking for from Sony.  We also talk about Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, the Breath of the Wild prequel set 100 years in the past.   We take a moment to reminisce about our favorite childhood cartoons.  We also review Mulan (2020) Catch us online: Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

This week, we’re joined by some of our closest friends to talk about a game we've come to love… and sometimes hate - Dead by Daylight.  With an update on the horizon (adding The Blight, Felix Richter, and cosmetic changes) and Halloween quickly approaching, we have invited our buddies to troll a little.  We’re also reviewing “The Night Comes for Us.” Follow our friends online! Iron Kage: https://twitter.com/IamIronBryan twitch.tv/iamironkage Karim: https://twitter.com/TeamKarimGamin1 twitch.tv/teamkarimgaming

From DC's FanDome to Kingdom Hearts, this week we catch up on ever expanding universes we know and love.  Will The Batman be the edgiest film of all time?  Can Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory capture hardcore fans?  Will Netflix make Wesker's kids interesting?  Find out on the latest episode of The Animated Gamers Podcast!  Oh... and we review Safe House. Catch us online: Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

This week, we discuss the Death Loop and Halo Infinite delays.  With companies scrambling to hit deadlines, will we continue to see an uptick in delays?  The Mortal Kombat film turns 25 this year - we talk about the iconic series and our favorite characters.  As we continue to catch up on old series, we review seasons 3 and 4 of Hunter x Hunter.  Find out if Foxtail and The Medicine Man are still sold on the series.  The OP Battle this week puts Scorpion against Kurapika - which chain user will win?  Finally, we review 2018's Searching. Join us online for discussions and the latest news updates! Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

This week we had the honor of interviewing THE Hardest Working Man in Comics, Victor Dandridge.  In 2011, he launched his own creator-owned imprint, Vantage:Inhouse Productions, where he's successfully published hit series The Samaritan, Origins Unknown, and The Trouble w/Love.  We get candid about working in the comic industry and what it takes to develop award-winning stories and memorable experiences.  From Avengers: Endgame to Wizard World, we peek into the mind one of the most prolific independent comic book creators of the modern age and discuss his road to success.  You're in for a real treat - you won't want to miss this! Find all of his work and upcoming projects by visiting his website: vantageinhouse.com And be sure to check out U-Cre 8 Comics, Vantage:Inhouse Productions' empowerment and literacy program at ucre8comics.com

Mulan is set to release on Disney + for $30 in September.  Is this the right move and will Black Widow soon follow?  How does this affect the movie theater business - we give our thoughts!  With the Xbox Cloud Service around the corner, we talk about playing COD on the train and the pocket raids.  Will this fair better than Stadia?  Most likely.  We commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Mighty Morphing Power Rangers film by talking about our favorite characters and fondest memories from the series.  This week's OP Battle puts Marvel's Black Widow against D.C.'s Cat Woman and we review the 2019 Psychological Horror Escape Room.

We give our thoughts on the Xbox Series X Showcase!  Initial thoughts about the event and games shown. Microsoft is rumored to set Xbox gold for free in the near future!  We discuss.  Is AT&T is looking to sell its gaming division?  Some bidders include TakeTwo, EA, Activison and Blizzard.  What other companies would we like to see with these titles?  We have react to the return of G4!  What shows do you expect to make a comeback this time around?  our OP battle this week! Pus Uvogin (Hunter x Hunter) Vs. All might! (My Hero Academia).  Finally, we review Green Room! Join us online for discussions and the latest news updates! Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

Ubisoft finally showed off some gameplay of Assassin's Creed Valhalla!  Is this still a day one buy?  Do we REALLY need to dual wield shields?  Find out here!  Gamers expect a fair challenge in video games but sometimes it feels cheap.  We talk about Balance in gaming and the line between difficulty and cheating.  This month, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first X-Men movie!  We share our thoughts on the good, the bad and the future of the X-Men. Sekiro takes on Artorias in the crowd favorite "OP Battles".  Find out which bad ass comes out on top!  Finally, we review the film 2 States! Join us online for discussions and the latest news updates! Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server

Magical Girl in-training, LadyBugzie, joins us for a very special episode!  We talk about some of our favorite short-form anime, amnesia in anime and fawn over our favorite slice-of-life series.  We also review 1988's Grave of the Fireflies, a movie guaranteed to break your heart. Join LadyBugzie on Instagram and Twitch! Instagram: LadyBugzie Twitch: twitch.tv/ladybugzie

This week, we talk about National video game Day and list our favorite series and why we call ourselves gamers.  Hunter X Hunter is one of the best anime out there - don't @ me!  We talk about the first 2 seasons as we make our way through the series.  What would happen if Super Man didn't have Johnathan and Martha Kent?  You get Brightburn - we share our thoughts on this Comic Book / Horror film!  Finally, we put Matt from Chronicle against Brandon from Brightburn.  Who would win?!

This week, we talk about CyberPunk 2077 - again, as more footage is released and a key feature is removed.  With movies and TV shows delaying production, are we in danger of a media shortage?  Nintendo has officially apologized for the Switch Drift - will this impact how we look at Nintendo?  Will Smith vs Will Smith part 2 is here! Finally, we review the film Chronicle from 2012! Join us online for discussions and the latest news updates! Instagram: animated.gamers Twitter: gamers_animated Facebook: Animated Gamers DM to join our Discord Server